Regulations regarding building and structure maintenance are found in part 12 of the 
Community Standards Bylaw 5M2004 and in theLand Use Bylaw 1P2007. This is an overview of the Community Standards Bylaw, please refer to the actual bylaw for more detailed information. For information regarding building permits and other topics, please refer to theLand Use Bylaw 1P2007. Original copies of the bylaws are available at the City Clerk's office.
Overview of the Community Standards Bylaw
Balconies, decks, fences, porches and stairs must be kept in “Good Repair”.
“Good Repair” means a condition where something is free from:
- significant damage
- peeling surfaces
- broken, missing, or fallen parts
- rot or other significant deterioration
- openings which are not secured
- other visual evidence of a lack of general maintenance.
Fines for violations of these regulations range between $100 and $300.
Filing a complaint
To report a bylaw violation please choose one of the following:
