# Gov Handbook: full text of all answers for Greenwood --- title: "Greenwood fence rules: permits and height limits" question: "Do I need a permit to build a fence, and how high can it be?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/fence-rules/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/fence-rules.json" --- # Greenwood fence rules: permits and height limits **Question:** Do I need a permit to build a fence, and how high can it be? **Short answer:** Greenwood's Zoning Bylaw limits solid screening, such as a fence, wall or hedge, to 1.3 metres (4 feet) closer to a street than the building setbacks allow. Open fencing has no height or location limit. The bylaw does not mention a fence permit; ask City Hall. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Cost:** No fence permit or fee is stated by the City. **Where:** - Phone: Greenwood City Hall, 250-445-6644 - Email: Greenwood City Hall, reception@greenwoodcity.ca - Phone: RDKB building permits, 250-442-2708 ## Key facts - **Permit:** Not confirmed. The Zoning Bylaw does not say whether a fence needs a permit. - **Height, front yard:** Screening (fences, walls, hedges) 2 m (6.5 ft) or less is limited to 1.3 m (4 ft) when closer to any street than the required building setbacks for the zone. Open fencing is not restricted as to height or location. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 305(1), (3)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "screening shall be limited to a" … "maximum height of 1.3 metres (4 feet) when sited closer to any street than the required" … "Open fencing shall not be restricted as to height or location." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Height, side and rear yards:** Screening 2 m (6.5 ft) or less may be sited on any portion of a lot (subject to the 1.3 m limit near a street). Screening over 2 m must meet the building setbacks of the zone. Open fencing is not restricted. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 305(1)-(3)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "screening which is 2 metres (6.5 feet) or less in height may" … "be sited on any portion of a lot" … "Screening greater than 2 metres (6.5 feet) in height shall be sited in accordance with the" … "Open fencing shall not be restricted as to height or location." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Corner lots and sightlines:** None set. The Zoning Bylaw does not give a separate rule for corner lots. - **Other rules:** Zoning Bylaw s. 305 regulates 'screening', defined as a fence, wall, berm, vegetative barrier or similar buffer. No rules on barbed wire, electric fences, retaining walls or pool fences were found in the bylaw. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 103](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: ""FENCE" means a linear structure which provides a separating, protective or confining barrier;" … ""SCREENING" means a fence, wall, berm, vegetative barrier or similar buffer, and any" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 305 (Screening and Fences) - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 305](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "305. Screening and Fences" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) section 305 regulates "screening", defined as a fence, wall, berm, vegetative barrier or similar buffer. - Screening 2 metres (6.5 feet) or less may go on any part of a lot, but it is limited to 1.3 metres (4 feet) when it is closer to a street than the required building setbacks for the zone. - Screening over 2 metres must meet the building setbacks of the zone. - Open fencing is not restricted as to height or location. ## Steps 1. Check your lot's zone and setbacks with City Hall at 250-445-6644. 2. Ask City Hall and the RDKB (250-442-2708) whether your fence needs a permit. The bylaw does not say. ## Good to know - The bylaw does not give a separate rule for corner lots. - No rules on barbed wire, electric fences, retaining walls or pool fences were found in the bylaw. ## Official forms and pages - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) ## The same question elsewhere - [Fence height limits in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fence-rules.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/fence-rules.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/fence-rules.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/fence-rules.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/fence-rules.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/fence-rules.md) - [Trail](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/trail/fence-rules.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Forms & Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 1 is recorded as not set; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/fence-rules/_ --- --- title: "Greenwood zoning: find your zone and what it allows" question: "How do I find out how my property is zoned and what I can build on it?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/zoning-lookup/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/zoning-lookup.json" --- # Greenwood zoning: find your zone and what it allows **Question:** How do I find out how my property is zoned and what I can build on it? **Short answer:** The City of Greenwood sets zoning in Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997. Its Schedule A zoning map shows each zone. No online property lookup was found, so confirm your lot's zone with City Hall at 250-445-6644. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Where:** - Phone: City Hall, 250-445-6644 - Email: Greenwood City Hall, reception@greenwoodcity.ca - In person: City Hall, 202 South Government Avenue, Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0 ## Key facts - **How to find your zone:** The Zoning Map is Schedule A of Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (page 42 of the City's PDF). Council gave final reading to Bylaw No. 1049, 2026, amending that map, on Sept 8, 2026. No online map found; ask City Hall, 250-445-6644. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 401(2)-(3)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "The extent and boundary of each zone is shown on City of Greenwood Zoning Map" … "centre line of such road allowance or watercourse shall be the zone boundary." - Source: [October 2026 newsletter, Council highlights, Sept 8, 2026 meeting](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/c4wfjepc/october-2026-newsletter-1.pdf) - Official wording: "Bylaw No. 1049, 2026 to amend the "City of Greenwood Zoning Bylaw No. 683," - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Zoning bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997. The City's PDF is the 1997 bylaw with old amendment notes; no 'current to' date is stated. Bylaw No. 1049, 2026 amended the Schedule A zoning map (final reading Sept 8, 2026). - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, Title](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW NO. 683, 1997" - Source: [October 2026 newsletter, Council highlights, Sept 8, 2026 meeting](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/c4wfjepc/october-2026-newsletter-1.pdf) - Official wording: "Bylaw No. 1049, 2026 to amend the "City of Greenwood Zoning Bylaw No. 683," - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **What the zone controls:** Zones: R1, R1A, R2, R3, R3A, C1, C1A, C2, C3, I, LI, PR, ICF, RU. Each zone sets permitted uses, minimum lot area, setbacks, lot coverage, height and parking. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 401](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "Residential 1 Zone (Single and Two Family)" … "Residential 3A" … "Light Industrial" - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 402](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "402.3 Minimum Lot Area" … "402.4 Setbacks" … "402.5 Lot Coverage" … "402.6 Height" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Contact:** Greenwood City Hall, 250-445-6644, reception@greenwoodcity.ca, 202 South Government Avenue. The Building Inspector enforces the Zoning Bylaw. - Source: [Forms & Permits, Contact Us](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "202 South Government Avenue P.O. Box 129 Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0 Phone: (250) 445-6644 Fax: (250) 445-6441 Email: reception@greenwoodcity.ca reception@greenwoodcity.ca" - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 201](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "The Building Inspector or other such persons appointed by Council of the City of" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, Title](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW NO. 683, 1997" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) applies to land in the City. Section 401 lists the zones: R1, R1A, R2, R3, R3A, C1, C1A, C2, C3, I, LI, PR, ICF and RU. Each zone sets permitted uses, minimum lot area, setbacks, lot coverage, height and parking. The Zoning Map is Schedule A of the bylaw (page 42 of the City's PDF). The City's PDF is the 1997 bylaw with old amendment notes, and no "current to" date is stated. Council gave final reading to Bylaw No. 1049, 2026, which amends the zoning map, on Sept 8, 2026. ## Steps 1. Call City Hall at 250-445-6644 and ask which zone your lot is in. No online map was found. 2. Read the section for that zone in the bylaw (section 402 onward) for permitted uses and limits. 3. Ask City Hall whether any amendment affects your lot. ## Good to know - The Building Inspector enforces the Zoning Bylaw. - City Hall is at 202 South Government Avenue. ## Zones 14 zones are listed from [City of Greenwood Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (the City posts the base bylaw; no consolidation found)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf). Each zone has its own page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/zoning/index.json ## Official forms and pages - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) ## Related questions - [Greenwood secondary suite and carriage house rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/secondary-suite.md) - [Greenwood fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/fence-rules.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Zoning maps in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/zoning-lookup.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/zoning-lookup.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/zoning-lookup.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/zoning-lookup.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/zoning-lookup.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/zoning-lookup.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/zoning-lookup.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [October 2026 newsletter (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/c4wfjepc/october-2026-newsletter-1.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Forms & Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/zoning-lookup/_ --- --- title: Greenwood secondary suite and carriage house rules question: "Can I add a secondary suite or a carriage house?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/secondary-suite/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/secondary-suite.json" --- # Greenwood secondary suite and carriage house rules **Question:** Can I add a secondary suite or a carriage house? **Short answer:** Yes. Greenwood's Zoning Bylaw permits a secondary suite in the R1 and R1A zones, only in single detached housing. A carriage house is also permitted in R1, but not on a lot that has a secondary suite. The bylaw sets size, parking and sewer rules. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Cost:** No City suite fee is stated. See the building permit fees answer. **Where:** - Phone: Greenwood City Hall, 250-445-6644 (Zoning questions.) - Email: Greenwood City Hall, reception@greenwoodcity.ca - Phone: RDKB building permits, 250-442-2708 ## Key facts - **Secondary suite allowed:** Yes, secondary suites are a permitted use in the R1 zone (and R1A, which allows all R1 uses), only in single detached housing. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 402.2, 316-317.1](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "(12) Secondary suites." … "A Secondary suite is to be located only in single detached housing." - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 402A.2](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "(1) All uses permitted in the Residential 1 Zone." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Coach house or garden suite allowed:** Carriage houses (a secondary dwelling in an accessory building) are a permitted use in R1, only as an accessory to single detached housing, and not on a lot that has a secondary suite. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 402.2, 315.1](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "(11) Carriage houses;" … "shall only be considered an Accessory Use to the Single" … "A Carriage House is not permitted on a Lot where a Secondary Suite is located." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Limits:** Floor area at most the lesser of 90 m² or 40% of the principal building's floor area; the definition also limits the building to 90 m² total floor space and the suite to under 40% of its habitable space. Needs community sewer unless lot is 1,200 m² or more. 30 m² private open space. No B&B, boarding house or group home in a suite. No owner-occupancy rule found. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 316 (317.2, 317.3, 317.6, 317.7)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "The maximum floor area of a secondary suite shall not exceed the lesser of 90m2 or" … "40% of the total floor area of the principal building." … "unless the lot is at least 1,200m2 and meets the requirements of the City and the Medical" … "permitted to operate within a secondary suite." … "a minimum area of 30 m2 of private open space" … "located within a residential building that has a total floor space of no more than 90 m2 in" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Parking:** Two spaces per dwelling unit for single and two family dwellings, carriage houses and secondary suites; a maximum of two spaces may be in tandem. A lighted pathway is required from suite parking to the suite entrance. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 308, 317.8](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "Two spaces per dwelling unit" … "may be in tandem" … "A lighted pathway is required from the on-site secondary suite parking stall(s) to the" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Permits:** Secondary dwelling units must comply with all relevant City bylaws and the Building Code. The definition requires an Occupancy Permit. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 317.5, 103](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "Secondary dwelling units shall comply with all relevant City Bylaws, and the Building" … "an additional dwelling unit that has been issued an Occupancy" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, Title](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW NO. 683, 1997" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) allows a secondary suite in the R1 zone, and in R1A, which allows all R1 uses. A suite is allowed only in single detached housing. - **Size:** at most the lesser of 90 m² or 40% of the principal building's floor area. The definition also limits the building to 90 m² of floor space and the suite to under 40% of its habitable space. - **Sewer:** community sewer is needed unless the lot is 1,200 m² or more. - **Open space:** 30 m² of private open space. - **Parking:** two spaces per dwelling unit, and at most two may be in tandem. A lighted pathway is required from suite parking to the suite entrance. - **Not allowed in a suite:** a bed and breakfast, boarding house or group home. - **Carriage house:** a secondary dwelling in an accessory building, permitted in R1 only with single detached housing and not on a lot that has a secondary suite. ## Steps 1. Confirm your lot's zone with City Hall at 250-445-6644. 2. Call the RDKB at 250-442-2708 about building permits. ## Good to know - A suite must comply with all relevant City bylaws and the Building Code. The bylaw's definition requires an Occupancy Permit. - No owner-occupancy rule was found in the bylaw. ## Official forms and pages - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) ## Related questions - [Greenwood zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/zoning-lookup.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Secondary suite and carriage house rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/secondary-suite.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/secondary-suite.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/secondary-suite.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/secondary-suite.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/secondary-suite.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/secondary-suite.md) - [Trail](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/trail/secondary-suite.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Forms & Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/secondary-suite/_ --- --- title: "Greenwood garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits" question: "When is garbage collected, and what are the rules for carts, limits, and extra bags?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Garbage, recycling and waste owner: regional owner_body: Regional District of Kootenay Boundary sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/garbage-collection/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/garbage-collection.json" --- # Greenwood garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits **Question:** When is garbage collected, and what are the rules for carts, limits, and extra bags? **Short answer:** Garbage and green bin organics are collected weekly in the City of Greenwood, and recycling every two weeks, through the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB). Most of Greenwood has Tuesday collection. Each garbage bag needs a $3 RDKB tag. **Who handles it:** Regional district (Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, https://rdkb.com) **Cost:** Garbage: a $3 RDKB tag per bag or container. Organics (green bin) collection is free. No recycling charge is stated. **How long:** Garbage and organics weekly; recycling every two weeks. **Where:** - Phone: RDKB, 1-800-355-7352 - Phone: Greenwood City Hall, 250-445-6644 ## Key facts - **How often:** Garbage weekly, organics (green bin) weekly, recycling every two weeks. Run through the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB). - Source: [Garbage and Recycling, Garbage and Recycling page](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) - Official wording: "Garbage and organics are collected weekly, while recycling is bi-weekly." … "Greenwood residents receive curbside collection services through the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB)." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Finding your day:** Tuesdays for most of Greenwood. Find your day on the RDKB curbside collection map and calendar for Area E / West Boundary, Midway and Greenwood, or call RDKB at 1-800-355-7352. - Source: [Garbage and Recycling, Garbage section](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) - Official wording: "(Tuesdays for most of Greenwood; check schedule for specifics)" … "Download the 2025 West Boundary collection schedule." - Source: [2025 West Boundary collection schedule (RDKB, PDF), Page 1-2, Curbside Collection](https://rdkb.com/Portals/0/EnvironmentalServices/CollectionCalendarWestBoundary.pdf) - Official wording: "Garbage and green" … "bin collection service" … "RDKB if you need a green 800.355.7352" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Carts:** No cart sizes are stated. A green bin stays with the address it was issued to (leave it when you move); contact RDKB at 1-800-355-7352 if you need one. - Source: [2025 West Boundary collection schedule (RDKB, PDF), Page 1-2](https://rdkb.com/Portals/0/EnvironmentalServices/CollectionCalendarWestBoundary.pdf) - Official wording: "RDKB if you need a green 800.355.7352" … "Green bins are meant to stay with the address to which they are" … "issued. If you move, please leave the bin behind for the next" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Setting carts out:** Put out by 8:00 a.m. on collection day; not the night before. Bring bins back promptly after pickup. - Source: [Garbage and Recycling, Garbage section](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) - Official wording: "Set-Out Time: Place bins curbside by 8:00 a.m. on collection day" … "Do not set out the night before." … "Retrieve bins promptly after pickup to avoid attracting bears." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Limits and extra garbage:** Garbage in cans must weigh under 23 kg (50 lbs). Each garbage bag needs a $3 RDKB tag; for several bags in one can, tag only the top bag. No loose garbage. Tags are sold at City Hall, Greenwood Canco (General Store), Greenwood Groceries and West Boundary Landfill. - Source: [Garbage and Recycling, Garbage section](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) - Official wording: "Each bag or container (up to 23 kg/50 lbs) requires a $3 RDKB garbage tag." … "Note: Untagged garbage will not be collected." … "Greenwood City Hall" - Source: [2025 West Boundary collection schedule (RDKB, PDF), Page 2, Garbage Bag Tags](https://rdkb.com/Portals/0/EnvironmentalServices/CollectionCalendarWestBoundary.pdf) - Official wording: "bags can be used - only tag the top bag in your can! No loose garbage!" … "each garbage bag must be affixed with a $3 RDKB bag tag." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee:** Garbage: $3 RDKB tag per bag or container. Organics collection is free. Recycling: no charge stated. (Sources differ: Conflict: the Public Works page says garbage rates are included in quarterly utility bills, while the Garbage and Recycling page (updated October 2025) says a $3 tag is needed per bag or container. The garbage page is newer.) - Source: [Garbage and Recycling, Garbage and Organics sections](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) - Official wording: "requires a $3 RDKB garbage tag." … "Organics are collected weekly at no charge in Greenwood’s green bin program." - Source: [Public Works, Public Works, Garbage Collection](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/public-works/) - Official wording: "Rates are included in quarterly utility bills." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Not confirmed. The City page refers to Greenwood bylaws for can requirements but does not name one. ## How it works Garbage is collected weekly, organics (green bin) weekly and recycling every two weeks, run through the RDKB. Collection is on Tuesdays for most of Greenwood. Find your day on the [RDKB West Boundary collection calendar]() for Area E / West Boundary, Midway and Greenwood, or call RDKB at 1-800-355-7352. The calendar on file is for 2025. ## Steps 1. Put your garbage out by 8:00 a.m. on collection day, not the night before. 2. Keep garbage in cans under 23 kg (50 lbs). Put a $3 RDKB tag on each bag; for several bags in one can, tag only the top bag. No loose garbage. 3. Bring bins back promptly after pickup. ## Good to know - Tags are sold at City Hall, Greenwood Canco (General Store), Greenwood Groceries and West Boundary Landfill. - No cart sizes are stated. A green bin stays with the address it was issued to, so leave it when you move; call RDKB at 1-800-355-7352 if you need one. - Organics collection is free. The City's [Public Works page]() says garbage rates are included in quarterly utility bills, while the newer [Garbage and Recycling page]() says a $3 tag is needed. Confirm with City Hall. - The City page tells residents to check Greenwood bylaws for mandatory can requirements but does not name the bylaw. ## Official forms and pages - [2025 West Boundary collection schedule (RDKB, PDF)](https://rdkb.com/Portals/0/EnvironmentalServices/CollectionCalendarWestBoundary.pdf) - [Garbage and Recycling, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) ## The same question elsewhere - [Garbage collection in British Columbia: frequency, limits and fees by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/garbage-collection.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/garbage-collection.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/garbage-collection.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/garbage-collection.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/garbage-collection.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/garbage-collection.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/garbage-collection.md) ## Sources - [Garbage and Recycling, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) (read 2026-11-05) - [2025 West Boundary collection schedule (RDKB, PDF)](https://rdkb.com/Portals/0/EnvironmentalServices/CollectionCalendarWestBoundary.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Public Works, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/public-works/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Regional District of Kootenay Boundary. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/garbage-collection/_ --- --- title: Greenwood watering restrictions question: "Are there lawn sprinkling or watering restrictions?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Water, sewer, roads and snow owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/water-restrictions/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/water-restrictions.json" --- # Greenwood watering restrictions **Question:** Are there lawn sprinkling or watering restrictions? **Short answer:** In the City of Greenwood, Stage 1 sprinkling rules apply all year: no sprinkling from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on any day. The City announces stricter stages when needed. Ask City Hall at 250-445-6644 which stage is in effect. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Where:** - Phone: City Hall / Public Works, 250-445-6644 ## Key facts - **When restrictions apply:** Stage 1 sprinkling rules apply all year, except when Stage 2, 3 or 4 restrictions are brought in. The City announces higher stages; check with City Hall at 250-445-6644. - Source: [June 2026 newsletter, June 2026 newsletter, sprinkling reminder](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/mqpj0wgz/june-2026-newsletter-4.pdf) - Official wording: "Regulations, as outlined in Water Regulations and Rates Bylaw No. 1038, 2025, are" … "continuously in effect throughout the year, except when Stage 2, 3, or 4" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Sprinkling schedule:** Stage 1 (all year unless a higher stage applies): no sprinkling between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on any day. Stage 2 adds an odd/even days schedule; ask City Hall which stage is in effect. (Sources differ: The Water Regulation and Rates Bylaw No. 1038, 2025 PDF is a scanned image with no text layer and could not be read (no OCR). The Public Works page only says "Restrictions apply to prevent contamination or wasteful practices" and "Conservation is encouraged". Filled by checker.) - Source: [June 2026 newsletter, June 2026 newsletter, sprinkling reminder](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/mqpj0wgz/june-2026-newsletter-4.pdf) - Official wording: "Under Stage 1 regulations, sprinkling is not permitted between the hours of 11:00" … "AM and 6:00 PM on any day." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Allowed at any time:** Under Stage 2, hand watering of trees, shrubs, flowers, vegetable gardens and other landscape plants remains permitted. - Source: [July 2026 newsletter, July 2026 newsletter, Stage 2 notice](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/3vvkqmvx/july-2026-newsletter.pdf) - Official wording: "Hand watering of trees, shrubs, flowers, vegetable gardens, and other landscape plants remains permitted." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **New lawns:** Not confirmed. Greenwood's water bylaw is published only as a scanned image that could not be read. - **Fine:** Not confirmed. Greenwood's water bylaw is published only as a scanned image that could not be read. - **Bylaw:** Water Regulation and Rates Bylaw No. 1038, 2025 (as listed by the City). (Sources differ: The Public Works page still cites Water Regulation Bylaw No. 912, 2016, while the bylaw list shows No. 1038, 2025; the newer one is taken as current.) - Source: [Bylaws and Policies, Bylaw list](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/government/bylaws-policies/) - Official wording: "Bylaw No. 1038, 2025 - Water Regulation & Rates Bylaw" - Source: [Public Works, Public Works, Water Services](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/public-works/) - Official wording: "refer to the Water Regulation Bylaw No. 912, 2016" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under the City of Greenwood's Water Regulation and Rates Bylaw No. 1038, 2025 (as listed on the [bylaw list]()), Stage 1 sprinkling rules apply all year unless Stage 2, 3 or 4 restrictions are brought in. The bylaw itself is published only as a scanned image that could not be read, so these rules come from City newsletters. - **Stage 1:** no sprinkling between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on any day. - **Stage 2:** adds an odd/even days schedule. Hand watering of trees, shrubs, flowers, vegetable gardens and other landscape plants remains permitted. The City announces higher stages. We cannot tell you which stage is in effect today; call City Hall at 250-445-6644. ## Good to know - The [Public Works page]() still cites an older Water Regulation Bylaw (No. 912, 2016), and older City pages may show different times. Confirm with City Hall. - Rules for new lawns, and fines for breaking the rules, are not available to us in readable form. ## Official forms and pages - [Public Works, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/public-works/) ## The same question elsewhere - [Watering restrictions in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/water-restrictions.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/water-restrictions.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/water-restrictions.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/water-restrictions.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/water-restrictions.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/water-restrictions.md) - [Trail](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/trail/water-restrictions.md) ## Sources - [June 2026 newsletter (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/mqpj0wgz/june-2026-newsletter-4.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [July 2026 newsletter (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/3vvkqmvx/july-2026-newsletter.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Public Works, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/public-works/) (read 2026-11-05) - [Bylaws and Policies, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/government/bylaws-policies/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/water-restrictions/_ --- --- title: "Greenwood dog licences: fees and how to get one" question: "How do I get a dog licence, and what does it cost?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/dog-licence/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/dog-licence.json" --- # Greenwood dog licences: fees and how to get one **Question:** How do I get a dog licence, and what does it cost? **Short answer:** The City of Greenwood requires a dog licence every year, issued at City Hall. Its Forms and Permits page lists 2022 fees of $15 (January) or $30 (February to December) for a neutered or spayed dog and $25 or $40 for an intact dog. Those fees may be out of date, so confirm with City Hall. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Cost:** Listed for 2022 on the City's Forms and Permits page: neutered male or spayed female $15 if bought January 1 to 31, $30 from February 1 to December 31; intact male or female $25 in January, $40 from February 1 to December 31. The page says fees are subject to change. **How long:** Licences are annual. The City does not state a processing time or an expiry date. **Where:** - In person: Greenwood City Hall, 202 South Government Avenue, Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0 (The City's page names City Hall for applications and renewals. No online option is stated.) - Phone: City Hall, 250-445-6644 - Email: City Hall reception, reception@greenwoodcity.ca ## Key facts - **Licence required:** Dog licences are required annually (the page does not state a minimum age). - Source: [Forms and Permits, Forms and Permits page, dog licences](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "Dog licences are required annually, with fees subject to change." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Issued by:** City of Greenwood City Hall. - Source: [Forms and Permits, Forms and Permits page, dog licences](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "Contact: Greenwood City Hall for applications and renewals." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee, spayed or neutered:** Listed for 2022: $15 if bought January 1-31; $30 from February 1 to December 31 (neutered male or spayed female). - Source: [Forms and Permits, Forms and Permits page, dog licence fees](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "Below are the fees for 2022:" … "Neutered Male: $15.00" … "Neutered Male: $30.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee, not spayed or neutered:** Listed for 2022: $25 if bought January 1-31; $40 from February 1 to December 31 (intact male or female). - Source: [Forms and Permits, Forms and Permits page, dog licence fees](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "Below are the fees for 2022:" … "Intact Male: $25.00" … "Intact Male: $40.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other fees and discounts:** The lower rate applies only if the licence is bought in January; the higher rate applies from February 1 to December 31. No other fees listed. - Source: [Forms and Permits, Forms and Permits page, dog licence fees](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "### January 1–31, 2022" … "### February 1–December 31, 2022" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Renewal:** Annual. The page lists a lower rate for January 1-31 and a higher rate for the rest of the year. - Source: [Forms and Permits, Forms and Permits page, dog licences](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "Dog licences are required annually, with fees subject to change." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to get one:** Apply or renew at Greenwood City Hall. - Source: [Forms and Permits, Forms and Permits page, dog licences](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "Contact: Greenwood City Hall for applications and renewals." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine, unlicensed dog:** Not confirmed. The City's current Fees and Charges Bylaw is a scanned image that could not be read. - **Bylaw:** Not confirmed. No dog licensing bylaw is on the City's bylaw list. ## How it works The City of Greenwood's [Forms and Permits page](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) says dog licences are required annually and names City Hall as the place to apply or renew. The page does not state a minimum age for the dog. The fees on that page are labelled 2022 and the page says fees are subject to change, so they may be out of date. The City's current Fees and Charges Bylaw (No. 1037, 2025) was published only as a scanned image that could not be read, so these amounts could not be checked against it. ## Steps 1. Call City Hall at 250-445-6644 to confirm the current fee and what to bring. 2. Apply or renew in person at City Hall, 202 South Government Avenue. ## Good to know - Fees listed for 2022, for a neutered male or spayed female: $15 if bought January 1 to 31, $30 from February 1 to December 31. - Fees listed for 2022, for an intact male or female: $25 if bought January 1 to 31, $40 from February 1 to December 31. - The page lists no other fees, such as a replacement tag or a senior discount, and does not say when a licence expires. - No fine for an unlicensed dog could be found in readable City documents. ## Official forms and pages - [Forms and Permits page (dog licence fees, 2022 schedule)](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dog licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-licence.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/dog-licence.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/dog-licence.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/dog-licence.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/dog-licence.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/dog-licence.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/dog-licence.md) ## Sources - [Forms and Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 7 of 9 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/dog-licence/_ --- --- title: Greenwood backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules question: "Can I keep chickens, bees, or other livestock?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/backyard-chickens/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/backyard-chickens.json" --- # Greenwood backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules **Question:** Can I keep chickens, bees, or other livestock? **Short answer:** In the City of Greenwood you can keep hens (5 on lots of at least 465 m², 10 on lots of at least 929 m²) and bees (2 or 3 hives) on residential or agricultural-use lots, with an annual licence. Other livestock is allowed only in the Rural zone. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Cost:** An annual licence fee applies, set in the Fees and Charges Bylaw. The fee amount could not be found because that bylaw is a scanned image. **How long:** Licences are annual. Processing time is not stated. **Where:** - Online: Keeping of Backyard Bees Registration Form, https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Keeping-of-Backyard-Bees-Registration-Form - Phone: City Hall, 250-445-6644 - Email: City Hall reception, reception@greenwoodcity.ca ## Key facts - **Hens allowed:** Yes, on residentially zoned properties or properties that permit agricultural use under the Zoning Bylaw. Hens must be at least four months old to count as backyard hens; the flock must be licensed annually. - Source: [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025, s. 5.1, s. 4](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - Official wording: "5.1 The keeping of backyard hens are permitted to be kept on residentially zoned properties or" … "properties that permit agricultural use as defined in the City of Greenwood Zoning Bylaw." … "at least four months old" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Most hens:** 5 hens on lots of at least 465 m² (5,000 sq. ft.); 10 hens on lots of at least 929 m² (10,000 sq. ft.). - Source: [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025, s. 5.2](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - Official wording: "the maximum number of hens is five (5);" … "the maximum number of hens is ten (10)." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Roosters:** Not allowed. - Source: [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025, s. 5.14](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - Official wording: "Bylaw and the City of Greenwood Zoning Bylaw have been satisfied. 5.14 Roosters are prohibited. 6. BACKYARD BEES REGULATIONS" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Coop rules:** A fully enclosed predator-proof coop with an attached covered outdoor run is required: at least 0.5 m² per hen inside the coop and 1 m² per hen in the run, one perch and one nest per hen. Hens must stay in the coop or run at all times. No setbacks stated. - Source: [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025, s. 5.3-5.4](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - Official wording: "Coops must provide one perch and one nest per hen." … "minimum 1 m2 (10.76 square feet) of outdoor enclosure per hen." … "Backyard hens must be housed completely within either a coop or an outdoor enclosure at" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Permit or registration:** Yes. An annual licence from the City is required, with the fee set in the Fees and Charges Bylaw. A City inspection is needed first, and a renter needs the owner's written consent. - Source: [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025, s. 5.13](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - Official wording: "keeping of backyard hens is subject to the owner licensing the backyard hen flock with" … "the City annually and paying the applicable licensing fee prescribed in the City of Greenwood" … "Fees and Charges Bylaw." … "must inspect the property upon which" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bees:** Allowed on residentially zoned or agricultural-use properties: 2 hives on lots of at least 465 m², 3 hives on lots of at least 929 m². Beekeeper must live on the property, register the apiary with the Province, and license the bees annually with the City after an inspection. Honey for personal use only. (Sources differ: The City's Backyard Bees Registration Form (older wording) says beehives must be in a rear-yard secure enclosure at least 15 m from the front lot line and 4.5 m from side and rear lot lines, and only in Residential 1 and 2 zones; Bylaw No. 1034 states none of this. The bylaw wins. The form also lists penalties of $100 to $200.) - Source: [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025, s. 6.1-6.8](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - Official wording: "6.1 The keeping of backyard bees are permitted to be kept on residentially zoned properties or" … "the maximum number of beehives is two (2);" … "the maximum number of beehives is three (3)." … "The Beekeeper must be a resident of the property where the backyard bees are kept." … "They register their apiary location with the Province of British Columbia." … "Honey produced by backyard bees is for personal use only" - Source: [Keeping of Backyard Bees Registration Form, Registration form, Regulations](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Keeping-of-Backyard-Bees-Registration-Form) - Official wording: "Beehives must be kept in secure enclosures in the rear yard." … "Permitted in the Residential 1 Zone (Single and Two-Family) and the Residential 2 Zone (Mobile Home Subdivision)." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other livestock:** Livestock counts as agricultural use, which the Zoning Bylaw permits in the Rural (RU) zone (minimum lot 16 ha), not in the residential zones. In the RU zone, animal enclosures, troughs and manure storage must be 20 m from any lot line abutting residential, commercial or institutional land. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 410.2, 410.3, 410.5](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "Agricultural uses (excluding intensive agricultural uses);" … "The minimum lot area shall be 16 hectares (40 acres)." … "No drinking or feed trough, no manure storage area and no enclosure, structure" … "or building used for housing or keeping of animals, shall be located within 20" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025 ("A bylaw to regulate the keeping of bees and hens in the City of Greenwood"); replaced Backyard Hens Bylaw No. 1003, 2023 and Backyard Bees Bylaw No. 1004, 2023. - Source: [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025, s. 1, s. 8](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - Official wording: "BEES AND HENS BYLAW NO. 1034, 2025" … "“Backyard Hens Bylaw No. 1003, 2023”,; “Backyard Bees Bylaw No. 1004, 2023” are hereby" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works The City's [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025]() allows backyard hens and bees on residentially zoned properties, or properties that permit agricultural use under the Zoning Bylaw. Both need an annual City licence and a City inspection first. A renter needs the owner's written consent. Eggs and honey are for personal use only. **Hens:** at least four months old to count as backyard hens. Up to 5 hens on a lot of at least 465 m² (5,000 sq. ft.); up to 10 on a lot of at least 929 m² (10,000 sq. ft.). Roosters are not allowed. **Coop:** a fully enclosed, predator-proof coop with an attached covered outdoor run. Allow at least 0.5 m² per hen inside the coop and 1 m² per hen in the run, with one perch and one nest per hen. Hens must stay in the coop or run at all times. The bylaw states no setback distances. Slaughter and burial of hens on residential lots are not allowed. **Bees:** up to 2 hives on a lot of at least 465 m²; up to 3 hives on a lot of at least 929 m². The beekeeper must live on the property and register the apiary with the Province. **Other livestock:** Bylaw 1034 covers only hens and bees. Under the [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997](), livestock counts as agricultural use, which is permitted in the Rural (RU) zone (minimum lot 16 ha), not in the residential zones. In the RU zone, animal enclosures, troughs and manure storage must be 20 m from any lot line abutting residential, commercial or institutional land. ## Steps 1. Confirm your lot size and zoning with City Hall at 250-445-6644. 2. Ask City Hall for the licence application, and book the inspection. The City's [bees registration form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Keeping-of-Backyard-Bees-Registration-Form) says hens must not be kept until the registration form has been reviewed. 3. Pay the annual licence fee. The fee amount is not available to us; ask City Hall. ## Good to know - The City's older bees registration form describes hive setbacks and limits bees to certain residential zones. Bylaw 1034 does not state those, so confirm with City Hall which applies. - The manure limit, sealed feed storage and other hen rules are in sections 5.7 to 5.11 of the bylaw. ## What you'll need - Written consent of the property owner, if you rent ## Official forms and pages - [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025 (PDF)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) - [Keeping of Backyard Bees Registration Form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Keeping-of-Backyard-Bees-Registration-Form) ## The same question elsewhere - [Backyard chicken rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-chickens.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/backyard-chickens.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/backyard-chickens.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/backyard-chickens.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/backyard-chickens.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/backyard-chickens.md) - [Trail](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/trail/backyard-chickens.md) ## Sources - [Bees and Hens Bylaw No. 1034, 2025 (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/wn2kul4e/bylaw-no-1034-2025-bees-and-hens-bylaw.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Keeping of Backyard Bees Registration Form, City of Greenwood](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Keeping-of-Backyard-Bees-Registration-Form) (read 2026-11-05) - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Forms and Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 8 of 8 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/backyard-chickens/_ --- --- title: Greenwood unsightly property rules and how to report question: "How do I report an unsightly or overgrown property in Greenwood?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/unsightly-property/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/unsightly-property.json" --- # Greenwood unsightly property rules and how to report **Question:** How do I report an unsightly or overgrown property in Greenwood? **Short answer:** Report an unsightly property to the City of Greenwood in writing or through its online complaint form. The City says property maintenance falls under the Good Neighbour Bylaw, which we could not read, so ask City Hall at 250-445-6644 what counts. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Where:** - Online: Complaint / Request / Inquiry form, https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Complant-Request-Inquiry (The form asks you to arrange an in-person appointment date.) - By mail: City Hall, 202 South Government Avenue, PO Box 129, Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0 - Phone: City Hall, 250-445-6644 ## Key facts - **What counts:** Not confirmed. The Good Neighbour Bylaw is published only as a scanned image that could not be read. - **How to report:** In writing to the Municipal Office or through the online complaint form, with name, address and contact details, and the date, time, location and nature of the problem. The complainant must own, live on or have an interest in impacted property in Greenwood. Complaints are kept confidential. - Source: [Policy 2024-01 Bylaw Enforcement Policy, Policy 2024-01, s. 2-3](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/5xvbvscc/policy-2024-01-bylaw-enforcement-policy.pdf) - Official wording: "be submitted in writing to the City of Greenwood Municipal Office at 201 S. Government Ave," … "include details regarding the date, time, location and nature of the alleged infraction; and" … "The complainant’s identity will not be disclosed to the person under investigation or any" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **What happens next:** The City may investigate a valid complaint; its main aim is voluntary compliance. If that fails it may issue an Order to Comply, a Bylaw Notice, a Municipal Ticket Information, a section 57 notice on title, remedial action, or take court action. It has discretion and no duty to act on every complaint. - Source: [Policy 2024-01 Bylaw Enforcement Policy, Policy 2024-01, s. 9-10](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/5xvbvscc/policy-2024-01-bylaw-enforcement-policy.pdf) - Official wording: "The City of Greenwood’s primary enforcement objective is to obtain voluntary compliance." … "The issuance of an Order to Comply;" … "Issuance of a Municipal Ticket Information under the Local Government Act, Community Charter and" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** Not confirmed. The ticketing bylaws are scanned images that could not be read. - **Bylaw:** Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1013, 2024 (the City says property maintenance falls under it). - Source: [May 2026 newsletter, May 2026 newsletter, Spring Cleanup reminder](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/prjbqcz3/may-2026-newsletter.pdf) - Official wording: "property maintenance falls under the City’s Good Neighbour Bylaw" … "No. 1013, 2024, which helps ensure that all properties are kept in a condition that supports" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works The City of Greenwood says property maintenance falls under its [Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1013, 2024](). That bylaw is published only as a scanned image that could not be read, so we cannot say what counts as unsightly or overgrown, how long an owner has to fix it, or the fine. The complaint process comes from the City's [Bylaw Enforcement Policy](). The City may investigate a valid complaint and aims mainly for voluntary compliance. If that fails it may issue an Order to Comply, a Bylaw Notice or a Municipal Ticket Information, place a notice on title, take remedial action or go to court. It has discretion and no duty to act on every complaint. ## Steps 1. Note the address and what you see, with the date, time and location. 2. Send a written complaint to City Hall or use the online Complaint / Request / Inquiry form, with your name, address and contact details. You must own, live on or have an interest in impacted property in Greenwood. Complaints are kept confidential. 3. The online form asks you to arrange an in-person appointment date. Call City Hall at 250-445-6644 if you need help. ## Good to know - Ask City Hall what the bylaw requires before you complain. - Ticket amounts are not available to us in readable form. ## Official forms and pages - [Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1013, 2024 (PDF, scanned image)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/550pl4lr/bylaw-no-1013-2024-good-neighbour-bylaw.pdf) ## The same question elsewhere - [Unsightly property fines in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/unsightly-property.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/unsightly-property.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/unsightly-property.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/unsightly-property.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/unsightly-property.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/unsightly-property.md) - [Trail](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/trail/unsightly-property.md) ## Sources - [Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1013, 2024 (PDF, scanned image), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/550pl4lr/bylaw-no-1013-2024-good-neighbour-bylaw.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Policy 2024-01 Bylaw Enforcement Policy (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/5xvbvscc/policy-2024-01-bylaw-enforcement-policy.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [May 2026 newsletter (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/prjbqcz3/may-2026-newsletter.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Complaint / Request / Inquiry form, City of Greenwood](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Complant-Request-Inquiry) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 3 of 5 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/unsightly-property/_ --- --- title: Greenwood backyard fire and burning rules question: "Can I have a backyard fire or burn yard waste in Greenwood?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/backyard-fire/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/backyard-fire.json" --- # Greenwood backyard fire and burning rules **Question:** Can I have a backyard fire or burn yard waste in Greenwood? **Short answer:** To burn yard waste in the City of Greenwood you request a Permit to Burn from the City, for 1 to 7 days. We could not find a City fire bylaw, so rules for campfires and fire pits are not stated; ask City Hall at 250-445-6644. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Cost:** The Permit to Burn form does not state a fee. **How long:** The permit form offers 1 to 7 days, running from the date of issue. **Where:** - Online: Permit to Burn form, https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/PERMIT-TO-BURN - Phone: City Hall, 250-445-6644 - Phone: Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department, non-emergency, 250-445-2222 - Phone: Report a wildfire, 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on a cell phone ## Key facts - **Backyard campfires:** Not confirmed. The City does not state a rule for campfires or fire pits. - **Burning yard waste:** The City issues a Permit to Burn for yard waste: permission runs from the date of issue; no fires on windy days; the applicant must stay in constant attendance. - Source: [Permit to Burn, Permit to Burn form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/PERMIT-TO-BURN) - Official wording: "Permission to burn yard waste from the date of issue. No Fires shall be kindled on windy days. Applicant must undertake to oversee any fire kindled under this permit and remain in constant attendance." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Permit:** A Permit to Burn is requested through the City's online form, for 1 to 7 days. No fee is stated. - Source: [Permit to Burn, Permit to Burn form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/PERMIT-TO-BURN) - Official wording: "Date Email Address Phone Number Address Length to Burn 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days" … "3 Days 4 Days 5 Days 6 Days 7 Days Please enter your signature. Clear Submit" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fire bans:** Municipalities usually set their own open fire prohibitions, which may follow or differ from BC Wildfire Service ones; BCWS orders usually cover areas outside municipalities. Check with the City (250-445-6644) and the BCWS fire bans page. - Source: [Fire Prohibitions and Restrictions, Province of BC, Fire Prohibitions page](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status/prevention/fire-bans-and-restrictions) - Official wording: "BCWS open fire prohibitions and equipment/activity prohibitions apply to public and private land within the area defined in the order, which is usually all areas outside of municipalities." … "always check with local government authorities for any other open fire restrictions." … "Municipalities typically implement their own open fire prohibitions that may follow or vary from BCWS prohibitions." … "which is usually all areas outside of municipalities." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Instead of burning:** Residents can use regional (RDKB) facilities for yard waste. Green bin organics collection does not accept yard waste. - Source: [Public Works, Public Works, Recycling and Waste Disposal](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/public-works/) - Official wording: "Residents can access regional facilities for recyclables, yard waste, and other items." - Source: [Garbage and Recycling, Garbage and Recycling, Organics](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) - Official wording: "Not Accepted: Plastics (even “compostable”), pet waste, diapers, or yard waste." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** The Permit to Burn form warns that violating the regulations could cost $1,150 under BC Wildfire Service rules. No City ticket amount found. - Source: [Permit to Burn, Permit to Burn form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/PERMIT-TO-BURN) - Official wording: "Violating these regulations could cost you $1,150, as per the British Columbia BC Wildfire Service." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Not confirmed. No City fire or burning bylaw was found. ## How it works For yard waste, the City of Greenwood issues a Permit to Burn through its [online form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/PERMIT-TO-BURN). You choose 1 to 7 days. Permission runs from the date of issue, no fires are allowed on windy days, and you must stay in constant attendance. The form states no fee. We could not find a City fire or burning bylaw, so where and when burning is allowed, and any rule for campfires or fire pits, is not stated. Ask City Hall. ## Steps 1. Call City Hall at 250-445-6644 to confirm burning is allowed at your address. 2. Request a Permit to Burn using the online form. 3. Stay with the fire until it is out. ## Good to know - Open fire bans: municipalities usually set their own, which may follow or differ from BC Wildfire Service ones. BC Wildfire Service orders usually cover areas outside municipalities. Check with City Hall and the [BC Wildfire Service page](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status/prevention/fire-bans-and-restrictions) before lighting anything. - The permit form warns that breaking the regulations could cost $1,150 under BC Wildfire Service rules. No City ticket amount is available to us. - Instead of burning, residents can use regional (RDKB) facilities for yard waste. The green bin does not accept yard waste; see the yard waste answer. - To report a wildfire, call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on a cell phone. ## Official forms and pages - [Permit to Burn](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/PERMIT-TO-BURN) - [Fire Prohibitions and Restrictions, Province of BC](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status/prevention/fire-bans-and-restrictions) ## The same question elsewhere - [Backyard fire and burning rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-fire.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/backyard-fire.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/backyard-fire.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/backyard-fire.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/backyard-fire.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/backyard-fire.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/backyard-fire.md) ## Sources - [Permit to Burn, City of Greenwood](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/PERMIT-TO-BURN) (read 2026-11-05) - [Fire Prohibitions and Restrictions, Province of BC](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status/prevention/fire-bans-and-restrictions) (read 2026-11-05) - [Garbage and Recycling, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/garbage-and-recycling/) (read 2026-11-05) - [Public Works, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/public-works/) (read 2026-11-05) - [Emergency Preparedness, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/emergency-info/emergency-preparedness/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/backyard-fire/_ --- --- title: "Greenwood business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply" question: "Do I need a business licence in Greenwood, and how do I get one?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Starting and running a business owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/business-licence/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/business-licence.json" --- # Greenwood business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply **Question:** Do I need a business licence in Greenwood, and how do I get one? **Short answer:** Greenwood issues business licences through City Hall (250-445-6644) using an online Business Licence Application Form. The City's page lists a regular licence at $100 plus a $50 application fee. Business Licence Bylaw 1016, 2024 could not be read, so confirm who needs a licence with the City. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Cost:** Regular licence $100 plus a $50 application fee; seasonal $75; non-profits no fee; transfer to a new person $25. Special event mobile vendors ($150) and retail cannabis and liquor stores ($350) are listed as application fees. New businesses applying after October 1 pay 50%. **How long:** Not stated by the City. **Where:** - Online: Business Licence Application Form, https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form - In person: Greenwood City Hall, 202 South Government Avenue, Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0 - Phone: City Hall, 250-445-6644 - Email: City Hall reception, reception@greenwoodcity.ca ## Key facts - **Who needs one:** Not confirmed. The City's Business Licence Bylaw 1016 is image-only and could not be read. - **Fee:** Regular licence $100 plus a $50 application fee. Seasonal $75. Non-profits pay no fee. Special event mobile vendors ($150) and retail cannabis and liquor stores ($350) are listed as application fees. Transfer to a new person $25. New businesses applying after October 1 pay 50%. - Source: [Forms & Permits, Permits & Fees](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "The Regular Business License Fee in the City of Greenwood shall be $100.00." … "A Seasonal Business License fee shall be $75.00." … "Special Event Mobile Vendor: $150" … "Retail Cannabis stores & Liquor Store(s): $350" … "The fee to transfer a license to a new person shall be $25.00." … "License Fees are pro-rated 50% for new businesses who apply after October 1st." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to apply:** Complete the Business Licence Application Form online or at City Hall (202 S Government Ave, 250-445-6644, reception@greenwoodcity.ca). A non-refundable application fee applies. Interior Health approval is needed for food premises, personal service establishments and care facilities; building or sign permits may be needed. Premises may not be occupied until inspected and licensed. - Source: [Business Licence Application Form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) - Official wording: "please contact the Greenwood City Hall at 250-445-6644, reception@greenwoodcity.ca, or visit us at City Hall, 202 S Government Ave." … "There will be a non-refundable application fee" … "Interior Health Approval Required?" … "they may not be occupied until they have been inspected by the authorities concerned and a license issued." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Renewal:** Renew before expiry for $90 (10% discount); if not renewed by March 1 the fee is $120. The April 2026 newsletter says businesses not paid by April 30, 2026 are deemed inactive and cancelled, and renewing after that carries the $50 application fee. The expiry date is not stated. - Source: [Forms & Permits, Permits & Fees](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "the Regular Business License Fee will be $90.00 (10% discount)." … "by March 1 of each year, the Regular Business License fee will be $120.00 (a 20% penalty)." - Source: [April 2026 newsletter, Business Licences notice](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/3wqfmsv0/april-2026-newsletter-2.pdf) - Official wording: "Business license renewal fees for 2026 are now overdue. Reminder" … "paid for by April 30, 2026 will be deemed inactive and canceled." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Inter-community licence:** Not confirmed. The City's Business Licence Bylaw 1016 is image-only and could not be read. - **Fine:** Not confirmed. The City's Business Licence Bylaw 1016 is image-only and could not be read. - **Bylaw:** Business Licence Bylaw No. 1016, 2024 - Source: [Business Licence Application Form, Note](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) - Official wording: "Business Licences Bylaw # 1016, 2024" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works The City's Forms and Permits page lists the fees below. They may change when the City updates its fees bylaw. The business licence bylaw (Business Licence Bylaw No. 1016, 2024) could not be read, so who needs a licence is not confirmed here. - Regular licence: $100 plus a $50 application fee. Seasonal: $75. Non-profits: no fee. - Special event mobile vendors ($150) and retail cannabis and liquor stores ($350) are listed as application fees. - Transfer to a new person: $25. New businesses applying after October 1 pay 50%. ## Steps 1. Complete the Business Licence Application Form online or at City Hall (202 South Government Avenue). The application fee is non-refundable. 2. Get Interior Health approval if you run a food premises, personal service establishment or care facility. Building or sign permits may also be needed. 3. Do not occupy the premises until it is inspected and licensed. ## Good to know - **Renewal:** renew before expiry for $90 (a 10% discount). If not renewed by March 1, the fee is $120. The expiry date is not stated. - The City has stated that businesses not paid by April 30 are deemed inactive and cancelled, and that renewing after that carries the $50 application fee. - The City states no processing time or fine. Call City Hall at 250-445-6644. ## Official forms and pages - [Business Licence Application Form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) - [Forms & Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) ## Related questions - [Greenwood home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/home-based-business.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Business licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/business-licence.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/business-licence.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/business-licence.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/business-licence.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/business-licence.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/business-licence.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/business-licence.md) ## Sources - [Business Licence Application Form, City of Greenwood](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) (read 2026-11-05) - [Forms & Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) (read 2026-11-05) - [April 2026 newsletter (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/3wqfmsv0/april-2026-newsletter-2.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 3 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Greenwood. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/business-licence/_ --- --- title: Greenwood home-based business rules question: "Can I run a business from my home?" place: Greenwood, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/greenwood category: Starting and running a business owner: municipal owner_body: City of Greenwood sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/home-based-business/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/home-based-business.json" --- # Greenwood home-based business rules **Question:** Can I run a business from my home? **Short answer:** Yes. Greenwood's Zoning Bylaw 683, 1997 allows home occupations in the R1, R1A, R2 and RU zones, with limits on size, signs, employees and nuisances. The City's licence form asks if a business is home based, so expect to need a business licence; confirm with City Hall at 250-445-6644. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Greenwood, https://www.greenwoodcity.com) **Cost:** The City's page lists a regular business licence at $100 plus a $50 application fee. No separate home-based fee is stated. **How long:** Not stated on the City's website. **Where:** - Online: Business Licence Application Form, https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form - Phone: City Hall, 250-445-6644 - Email: City Hall reception, reception@greenwoodcity.ca ## Key facts - **Allowed:** Yes. Home occupations are a permitted use in the R1 (and R1A), R2 and RU zones. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 402.2, 403.2, 410.2](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "- 19 -" … "402. Residential 1 Zone (Single and Two Family) R1 402.1 Subject to compliance with the General Provisions in Part 3, the following provisions shall apply in the Residential 1 Zone. 402.2 Permitted Uses (1) Single family dwellings; (2) Two family dwellings and semi-detached dwelling; (3) Home occupations;" … "403. Residential 2 Zone (Mobile Home Subdivision) R2 403.1 Subject to compliance with the General Provisions in Part 3, the following provisions shall apply in the Residential 2 Zone. 403.2 Permitted Uses (1) Mobile homes; (2) Home occupations;" … "shall apply in the Rural Zone. 410.2 Permitted Uses (1) Agricultural uses (excluding intensive agricultural uses); (2) Cemeteries; (3) Resource uses; (4) Kennels and animal shelters provided they do not include any outside animal enclosures or runs; (5) Rodeo and gymkhana grounds; (6) Single family dwellings; (7) Mobile homes; (8) Home occupations;" … "*402A. Residential 1A Zone (Single & Two Family) R1A 402A.1 Subject to compliance with the General Provisions in Part 3, the following provisions shall apply in the Residential 1A Zone. 402A.2 Permitted Uses (1) All uses permitted in the Residential 1 Zone." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Business licence:** The City's licence form asks whether a business is home based, so a licence is expected. Regular business licence fee is $100 plus a $50 application fee; no separate home-based fee is stated. - Source: [Business Licence Application Form, Section 2](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) - Official wording: "Is the business home based?" - Source: [Forms & Permits, Permits & Fees](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) - Official wording: "The Regular Business License Fee in the City of Greenwood shall be $100.00." … "shall pay $50 at the time of application." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Limits:** Entirely inside enclosed buildings, including storage. Uses no more than 25% of the dwelling's floor area (even in an accessory building). Only residents may be employed. No exterior evidence except one non-illuminated sign up to 1 m². No vibration, noise, heat, glare or radiation detectable beyond the lot; no odours, toxic matter, electrical interference or traffic congestion. No customer or parking rule found. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 306](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "be conducted entirely within one or more wholly enclosed building, including all" … "not occupy an area greater than 25 percent of the floor area of the dwelling unit" … "employ only residents of the dwelling within which the occupation is being" … "one non-illuminated name" … "produce no odours, toxic or noxious matter or any electrical interference or traffic" … "generate no vibration, noise, heat, glare or radiation detectable from beyond the" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Businesses not allowed:** Not confirmed. Not found in the official sources that were read. - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 306 (Home Occupation); Business Licence Bylaw No. 1016, 2024 - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, s. 306](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - Official wording: "(3) Open fencing shall not be restricted as to height or location. 306. Home Occupation (a) be conducted entirely within one or more wholly enclosed building, including all" … "THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF GREENWOOD ZONING BYLAW NO. 683, 1997 A Bylaw to regulate the location and use of buildings and" - Source: [Business Licence Application Form, Note](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) - Official wording: "Business Licences Bylaw # 1016, 2024" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) section 306 allows home occupations in the R1 (and R1A), R2 and RU zones. A home occupation must: - be entirely inside enclosed buildings, including storage; - use no more than 25% of the dwelling's floor area, even in an accessory building; - employ only residents; - show no exterior evidence except one non-illuminated sign up to 1 m²; - cause no vibration, noise, heat, glare or radiation detectable beyond the lot; and - cause no odours, toxic matter, electrical interference or traffic congestion. No customer or parking rule was found. ## Steps 1. Confirm with City Hall that your lot's zone allows a home occupation. 2. Complete the Business Licence Application Form. It asks whether the business is home based. ## Good to know - Business Licence Bylaw No. 1016 could not be read, so the licence requirement is expected from the form rather than confirmed. ## Official forms and pages - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997, section 306 Home Occupation (PDF)](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) - [Business Licence Application Form](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) ## Related questions - [Greenwood business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/greenwood/business-licence.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Home-based business rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/home-based-business.md) - [Midway](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/midway/home-based-business.md) - [Grand Forks](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/grand-forks/home-based-business.md) - [Osoyoos](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/osoyoos/home-based-business.md) - [Rossland](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rossland/home-based-business.md) - [Oliver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/oliver/home-based-business.md) - [Warfield](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/warfield/home-based-business.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Bylaw No. 683, 1997 (PDF), City of Greenwood](https://media-002-ca.cdn.govstack.com/greenwoodcity-013-ca/media/kd3p3rea/zoning-bylaw-no-683-1997.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Business Licence Application Form, City of Greenwood](https://forms.greenwoodcity.com/Business-Licence-Application-Form) (read 2026-11-05) - [Forms & Permits, City of Greenwood](https://www.greenwoodcity.com/services/forms-permits/) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 5 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed. 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