{"place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","slug":"maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","full_name":"City of Maple Ridge","type":"municipality","country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"},"region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"website":"https://www.mapleridge.ca","population":"estimated 102,414 (About Maple Ridge page)","intro":"Maple Ridge is one of the fastest-growing cities in Metro Vancouver, on the north side of the Fraser River between Pitt Meadows and Mission, with the Golden Ears mountains, farmland and the Haney and Port Haney heritage areas. The City of Maple Ridge runs planning and building permits, business and dog licences, the Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety department (bylaw enforcement, animal control and park patrols), roads and snow clearing, water distribution, sewers and storm water, the Maple Ridge Fire Department, emergency readiness, parks, the Leisure Centre, Maple Ridge Cemetery and the ACT Arts Centre with its society. Residents arrange their own garbage pickup with private haulers; curbside recycling is Recycle BC's program and the Recycling Depot is run by the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society. Policing is the Ridge Meadows RCMP detachment. Metro Vancouver supplies the drinking water, treats the sewage and runs the regional transfer stations and parks (Golden Ears is a provincial park); TransLink runs the buses and the West Coast Express; the library is the Fraser Valley Regional Library; health care is Fraser Health (Ridge Meadows Hospital); and marriage licences, health cards and driver's licences are provincial.","city_hall":{"label":"City Hall","address":"11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9","phone":"604-463-5221","email":"Enquiries@MapleRidge.ca","hours":"Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m."},"useful_contacts":[{"label":"After-hours emergencies (Operations Centre)","value":"604-463-9581"},{"label":"Engineering Operations (roads","water":null,"sewer":null,"snow; office 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)":null,"value":"604-463-9581"},{"label":"Engineering","value":"604-467-7339"},{"label":"Bylaw","Licensing and Community Safety (bylaws":null,"dog licences":null,"animal control)":null,"value":"604-467-7305"},{"label":"Finance (property taxes)","value":"604-463-5221"},{"label":"Facilities","Parks and Properties":null,"value":"604-467-7346"},{"label":"Economic Development and film permits","value":"604-467-7320"},{"label":"Ridge Meadows RCMP (non-emergency)","value":"604-463-6251"},{"label":"Maple Ridge SPCA shelter (10235 Jackson Road)","value":"see spca.bc.ca for the branch phone"}],"bodies":{"municipal":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"regional":{"name":"Metro Vancouver","url":"https://metrovancouver.org"},"provincial":{"name":"Province of British Columbia","url":"https://www2.gov.bc.ca"},"federal":{"name":"Government of Canada","url":"https://www.canada.ca"}},"boundary":{"geojson":"/data/ca/bc/maple-ridge/boundary.geojson","area_km2":287.07,"source":"Municipalities - Legally Defined Administrative Areas of BC, BC Data Catalogue","source_url":"https://catalogue.data.gov.bc.ca/dataset/municipalities-legally-defined-administrative-areas-of-bc","accessed":"2026-11-07"},"zoning":{"zones":97,"zone_pages":54,"has_page":true,"bylaw":{"title":"Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 (consolidated to July 28, 2026)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","accessed":"2026-11-07","note":"Consolidated PDF with a list of amending bylaws at the end. Residential sections 601 to 604 and 615 are deleted by Bylaw 8104-2026; CD sections 1037, 1038, 1043, 1044 and 1046 to 1049 are held for future zones (no text). Zone section numbers are the bylaw's 3 to 4 digit section numbers. The City's map still carries old Bylaw 3510 zones (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, RT-1) on some lots, which are not part of Bylaw 7600."},"map":{"has_map":true,"has_addresses":true}},"counts":{"answers":24,"facts_matched":144},"latest":"2026-11-05"},"generated":"2026-11-12T01:48:38.090Z","count":24,"answers":[{"title":"Maple Ridge building permits: when you need one and how to apply","question":"Do I need a building permit, and how do I apply?","slug":"building-permit","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"building-and-renovating","name":"Building, renovating and your property"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge you need a City building permit before you build, demolish or move a building or structure. The bylaw lets accessory buildings of 10 square metres or less go without one. Apply through the City's online Citizen Portal. No set processing time is stated.","aliases":["building permit maple ridge","do i need a permit maple ridge","apply for building permit maple ridge","citizen portal maple ridge"],"cost":"An application fee ($180.25 for a house or duplex, $602.55 for other buildings) plus a fee based on the value of the work, under the Fees and Charges Bylaw 7575-2019. See the building-permit-fees answer.","how_long":"The City states no set time. It says the timeline varies with the volume of applications, the complexity of the project and how complete the application is.","where":[{"type":"online","label":"Citizen Portal (apply and track)","value":"https://citizenportal.mapleridge.ca/citizenportal/app/landing"},{"type":"email","label":"Permit applications","value":"PermitApplications@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Building general inquiries and inspections line","value":"604-467-7311"},{"type":"email","label":"Building general inquiries","value":"BuildingEnquiries@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"in_person","label":"Maple Ridge City Hall, Planning and Building","value":"11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9"}],"documents":["Title search dated within 30 days","Copies of covenants and charges on title","Legible, scaled design drawings (hand-drawn plans are not accepted)","Any approvals required under other laws, plus the City's application form"],"forms":[{"title":"Building Permits (City page)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits"},{"title":"Home Improvements (City page)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements"},{"title":"Residential Permits (guides, checklists, forms)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/residential-permits"},{"title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026"}],"related":[{"slug":"deck-shed-garage-permit","title":"Maple Ridge permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},{"slug":"building-permit-fees","title":"Maple Ridge building permit fees","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit-fees/"},{"slug":"zoning-lookup","title":"Maple Ridge zoning: find your zone and what it allows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning-lookup/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/building-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/building-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/building-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/building-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/building-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/building-permit/"}],"topic":{"title":"Building permits in British Columbia: how to apply, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/building-permit/"},"facts":{"needed_for":{"label":"Needed for","value":"A permit is required before any construction, demolition or moving of a building or structure, and before occupying a new building or changing a building's use. The City's pages set the size line at over 10 m² (107 sq. ft.) or over 100 sq. ft. Retaining walls over 0.6 m also need one.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 10.1, 10.2, 15.2","quotes":["A permit is required when construction regulated under this Bylaw is to be undertaken","Commencing any construction work for any building or structure;","Demolishing a building or structure;","Moving a building or structure into or within the geographic limits of the City;","A building permit is required for any retaining wall over 0.6 metres in height."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Home Improvements page","quotes":["A Home Improvement Building Permit is required to build, construct, remodel, repair, demolish, remove, or move any building or structure over 10 m2 (107 sq.ft.)."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits","title":"Building Permits, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Building Permit","quotes":["A building permit is legally required to build, construct, remodel, repair, demolish, remove or move any building or structure over 100 square feet."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"The Building Permits page says over 100 sq. ft.; the Home Improvements page says over 10 m2 (107 sq. ft.); Building Bylaw s. 10.6(e) lets accessory buildings up to 10 m2 be built without a permit. Treat 10 m2 as the bylaw line."},"not_needed_for":{"label":"Not needed for","value":"Storage and garden sheds and other accessory buildings of 10 m² or less may be built without a permit, but must still meet the Building Code and all bylaws. A plumbing permit is not required for leak repairs, fixture replacement or clearing blockages (with clean-outs). The Chief Building Official may waive a requirement.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 10.6(e), 13.5, 11.4","quotes":["Storage and garden sheds and other accessory buildings not exceeding ten (10) square metres in floor area may be erected without a permit","A plumbing permit is not required for:","The repair of leaks in water pipes;","The Chief Building Official may waive a permit requirement where"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"how_to_apply":{"label":"How to apply","value":"Home improvement permits: apply through the City's online Citizen Portal (create an account, add a new permit, upload drawings and forms, pay fees in the portal). The Residential Permits page also says to come to City Hall to apply. Plumbing, electrical, gas and sprinkler permits without drawings can be emailed to PermitApplications@MapleRidge.ca.","short":"Online (Citizen Portal) or in person","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Step Six: Submit Completed Application Via Online Portal","quotes":["Create an account on, or visit the Online Portal","Upload drawings, forms, and any required supporting documentation"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/residential-permits","title":"Residential Permits, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Helpful Tips for Your Application","quotes":["come to City Hall to apply for your permit with your application fees"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits","title":"Building Permits, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Building Permits page","quotes":["may be sent to PermitApplications@MapleRidge.ca for processing"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"City pages differ: the Home Improvements page describes online portal submission; the Residential Permits page (updated May 2026) says come to City Hall. Both are City web pages; no bylaw rule."},"what_to_submit":{"label":"What to submit","value":"A title search dated within 30 days, copies of covenants and charges on title, legible scaled design drawings, any approvals required under other laws, and the City's application form and fees. Hand-drawn plans and previously stamped drawings are not accepted. Checklists vary by project type.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 11.2, 11.3","quotes":["the said Title Search must be dated no more than thirty (30) days prior to the date of application;","A copy of all covenants and charges listed on the Title Search;","Legible and reproducible design drawings at an appropriate scale;","Hand-rendered plans or modifications to plans."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"processing_time":{"label":"Processing time","value":"No set time is stated. The City says the timeline varies with the volume of applications, the complexity of the project and how complete the application is.","short":"No set time","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Step Eight: Permit Issuance","quotes":["The permit timeline varies based on the factors below, but not limited to:","Volume of applications","Complexity of the project"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"inspections":{"label":"Inspections","value":"Request an inspection at least 24 hours ahead. Inspections booked online before 3 p.m. are scheduled for the next business day; a.m. or p.m. is not guaranteed. Cancel before 3 p.m. at least one business day ahead. Inspections line: 604-467-7311.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 12.5","quotes":["The owner or the applicant must request an inspection at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/inspections-results","title":"Inspections and Results, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Book an Inspection","quotes":["Inspections are automatically scheduled for the following business day if booked before 3 pm","Book Inspections Online","by calling the inspections line at 604-467-7311"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"contact":{"label":"Contact","value":"Planning and Building department, 11995 Haney Place: phone 604-467-7311; email BuildingEnquiries@MapleRidge.ca (general), PermitApplications@MapleRidge.ca (applications).","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/residential-permits","title":"Residential Permits, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Contact Information","quotes":["Tel: 604-467-7311 Email: BuildingEnquiries@MapleRidge.ca","Email: PermitApplications@MapleRidge.ca"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/accessory-building-permit-guidepdf","title":"Accessory Building Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Footer","quotes":["11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 1.1","quotes":["Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":8,"stated":8,"matched":8,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nThe City of Maple Ridge [Building Bylaw 8097-2026](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026) requires a permit before any construction, demolition or moving of a building or structure, and before occupying a new building or changing a building's use. A retaining wall over 0.6 m high also needs one.\n\nStorage and garden sheds and other accessory buildings of 10 m² or less may be built without a permit, but must still meet the Building Code and all bylaws.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Check your zoning and site limits on the City's RidgeView map, or ask Planning (see the zoning-lookup answer).\n2. Read the guide and checklist for your project on the Residential Permits or Home Improvements page. Checklists vary by project type.\n3. Gather a title search dated within 30 days, copies of covenants and charges on title, and legible scaled drawings.\n4. Create an account in the Citizen Portal, add a new permit, upload your drawings and forms, and pay the fees there.\n5. Request each inspection at least 24 hours ahead, by the inspections line (604-467-7311) or online.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- The Building Permits page says a permit is needed over 100 square feet; the Home Improvements page and the bylaw use 10 m² (107 square feet). The bylaw figure is used here. Confirm with the Building department for a size in between.\n- The Residential Permits page says to come to City Hall to apply; the Home Improvements page says to use the portal. Both are City pages, so confirm if you want to apply on paper.\n- Plumbing, electrical, gas and sprinkler permits without drawings can be emailed to PermitApplications@MapleRidge.ca.\n- Inspections booked online before 3 p.m. are scheduled for the next business day. A morning or afternoon time is not guaranteed.\n- The Chief Building Official may waive a permit requirement in some cases.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits","title":"Building Permits, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/residential-permits","title":"Residential Permits, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/accessory-building-permit-guidepdf","title":"Accessory Building Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/inspections-results","title":"Inspections and Results, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 8 of 8 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge fence rules: permits and height limits","question":"Do I need a permit to build a fence, and how high can it be?","slug":"fence-rules","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"building-and-renovating","name":"Building, renovating and your property"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge's residential zones a fence can be 1.2 metres high in the front yard and 2.0 metres in the rear and interior side yards (Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019). Neither the Zoning Bylaw nor the Building Bylaw says an ordinary fence needs a building permit. Retaining walls over 0.6 m do.","aliases":["fence height maple ridge","backyard fence maple ridge","fence permit maple ridge","fence bylaw maple ridge","pool fence maple ridge"],"cost":"The bylaws we read do not set a fence permit fee.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Planning (zoning)","value":"604-467-7341"},{"type":"email","label":"Planning","value":"Planning@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Building general inquiries","value":"604-467-7311"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019, section 405.4 Fence Requirements (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019"},{"title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026"}],"related":[{"slug":"deck-shed-garage-permit","title":"Maple Ridge permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},{"slug":"zoning-lookup","title":"Maple Ridge zoning: find your zone and what it allows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning-lookup/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/fence-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/fence-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/fence-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/fence-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/fence-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/fence-rules/"}],"topic":{"title":"Fence height limits in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fence-rules/"},"facts":{"permit":{"label":"Permit","value":null,"status":"unknown","reason":"not_published","note":"Neither the Zoning Bylaw nor the Building Bylaw says an ordinary fence needs a building permit.","sources":[]},"height_front":{"label":"Height, front yard","value":"In residential zones, 1.2 m maximum in the front yard (also the exterior side yard and the panhandle portion of a panhandle lot).","short":"1.2 m","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 405.4 Fence Requirements","section":"s. 405.4(2)(a)","quotes":["A Fence in a Residential Zone shall:","not exceed 1.2 metres in Height where located;","(i) in the Front Yard;","(ii) in the Exterior Side Yard; or"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"height_side_rear":{"label":"Height, side and rear yards","value":"In residential zones, 2.0 m maximum in the rear yard and the interior side yard (and on a panhandle lot except its panhandle portion).","short":"2.0 m","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 405.4 Fence Requirements","section":"s. 405.4(2)(b)","quotes":["not exceed 2.0 metres in Height where located:","(i) in the Rear Yard;","(ii) in the Interior Side Yard; or"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"corner_lots":{"label":"Corner lots and sightlines","value":"No fence, wall, building, hedge or plant may exceed 1.0 m high within 7.5 m of the corner along both lot lines at a street corner (6.0 m at a lane corner). No driveway within 7.5 m of the corner where an exterior side lot line meets the front or rear lot line.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 405.4 Fence Requirements","section":"s. 403.8","quotes":["growth shall be installed or allowed to grow to a Height greater than 1.0 metre in the area bounded by:","7.5 metres in both directions from their point of","6.0 metres in both directions from their point of","No access or egress driveway is permitted within 7.5 metres in either direction"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"other_rules":{"label":"Other rules","value":"Height is measured from finished grade at the fence base. Barbed or razor wire is banned in residential zones (limited exceptions on ALR land). Electric fences only on ALR land in certain zones. Retaining walls max 1.2 m high, permit over 0.6 m; a fence on top is separate. Pool fence at least 1.2 m.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 405.4 Fence Requirements","section":"s. 405.4(1), (7), (8); 403.9","quotes":["The Height of a Fence shall be measured from the Finished Grade at the base of","A barbed wire or razor wire Fence shall not be permitted except in:","An electric security Fence shall:","to the top of the wall, shall not exceed 1.2 metres.","A Fence may be installed on the top of a Retaining Wall but shall not form a part"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 15.2, 16.4","quotes":["A building permit is required for any retaining wall over 0.6 metres in height.","Has a minimum height of 1200 millimetres;"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, s. 405.4 (Fence Requirements) and s. 403.8 (Visual Clearance at Intersections); Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026, s. 15 and s. 16.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 405.4 Fence Requirements","section":"s. 101.1, 405.4","quotes":["MAPLE RIDGE ZONING BYLAW NO.7600-2019","405.4 Fence Requirements"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 1.1","quotes":["Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":1},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nFences in the City of Maple Ridge are regulated by section 405.4 of [Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019). Height is measured from finished grade at the base of the fence. In residential zones:\n\n- 1.2 m maximum in the front yard, the exterior side yard (the side facing a street) and the panhandle part of a panhandle lot.\n- 2.0 m maximum in the rear yard and the interior side yard.\n\nCommercial zones have the same 1.2 m limit at the front and exterior side. Agricultural, industrial and institutional zones allow 3.6 m.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Confirm where your property line is and which yard each section of fence sits in.\n2. Keep the fence within the height limit for that yard.\n3. Keep it clear of the corner: no fence, wall, hedge or plant may be over 1.0 m high within 7.5 m of the corner along both lot lines at a street corner (6.0 m at a lane corner).\n4. If unsure, email Planning@MapleRidge.ca or call 604-467-7341.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Neither bylaw says an ordinary fence needs a building permit. Confirm with the Building department (604-467-7311) before you build.\n- A retaining wall can be up to 1.2 m high, and a building permit is needed over 0.6 m. A fence on top of one is treated separately.\n- Barbed or razor wire is banned in residential zones, with limited exceptions on farmland in the Agricultural Land Reserve. Electric fences are allowed only on that land in certain zones.\n- A pool fence must be at least 1.2 m high. Pool rules are in section 16 of [Building Bylaw 8097-2026](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026).\n- The bylaws set no rule we found on fence disputes between neighbours.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 405.4 Fence Requirements","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw","title":"Zoning Bylaw, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/residential-permits","title":"Residential Permits, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fence-rules/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fence-rules.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fence-rules.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages","question":"Do I need a permit for a deck, shed, carport, or garage?","slug":"deck-shed-garage-permit","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"building-and-renovating","name":"Building, renovating and your property"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge a shed or other accessory building of 10 square metres or less can be built without a building permit, but must still meet the Building Code and all bylaws. Garages, carports and larger buildings need one. The City says decks need one, with no height stated.","aliases":["shed permit maple ridge","deck permit maple ridge","garage permit maple ridge","carport permit maple ridge","accessory building maple ridge"],"cost":"Application fee plus a value-based fee under the Fees and Charges Bylaw. See the building-permit-fees answer.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"online","label":"Citizen Portal","value":"https://citizenportal.mapleridge.ca/citizenportal/app/landing"},{"type":"phone","label":"Building general inquiries","value":"604-467-7311"},{"type":"email","label":"Permit applications","value":"PermitApplications@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Planning (zoning questions)","value":"604-467-7341"},{"type":"email","label":"Planning (zoning questions)","value":"Planning@MapleRidge.ca"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Accessory Building Guide (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/accessory-building-permit-guidepdf"},{"title":"Home Improvements (decks, carport and garage conversions)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements"},{"title":"Residential Permits","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/residential-permits"},{"title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026"}],"related":[{"slug":"building-permit","title":"Maple Ridge building permits: when you need one and how to apply","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit/"},{"slug":"building-permit-fees","title":"Maple Ridge building permit fees","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit-fees/"},{"slug":"fence-rules","title":"Maple Ridge fence rules: permits and height limits","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fence-rules/"},{"slug":"zoning-lookup","title":"Maple Ridge zoning: find your zone and what it allows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning-lookup/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/deck-shed-garage-permit/"}],"topic":{"title":"Deck and shed permit thresholds in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/deck-shed-garage-permit/"},"facts":{"shed":{"label":"Sheds","value":"Under the Building Bylaw, a shed or accessory building of 10 m² or less may be built without a permit but must still meet the Building Code and all bylaws. The City page says a permit is needed over 100 sq. ft. (9.3 m²), so confirm sheds in between. Larger sheds need a permit.","short":"No if 10 m² or less","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 10.6(e)","quotes":["Storage and garden sheds and other accessory buildings not exceeding ten (10) square metres in floor area may be erected without a permit"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/accessory-building-permit-guidepdf","title":"Accessory Building Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Accessory Building Guide","quotes":["applying for a permit to build an accessory building (shed, garage, workshop, greenhouse, barn etc.)."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"The Building Permits page says a permit is needed for structures over 100 square feet (about 9.3 m2); the bylaw's no-permit line is 10 m2."},"deck":{"label":"Decks","value":"The City says a permit is required to construct, renovate, demolish or alter a deck; no height threshold is stated on that page. The Building Bylaw defines 'Structure' to include 'decks over 0.6 metres above finished grade'.","short":"Yes; no height threshold stated","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Decks (Addition or Renovation)","quotes":["A Permit is required for construction, renovation, demolition, or alteration of a deck."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 2, definition of Structure","quotes":["decks over 0.6 metres above finished grade"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"No explicit 'low decks need no permit' rule found. The page wording (any deck) and the bylaw definition (0.6 m) may differ; confirm with the Building Department for decks under 0.6 m."},"garage_carport":{"label":"Garages and carports","value":"Yes. Garages and carports are accessory buildings covered by the Accessory Building Guide and need a building permit unless 10 m² or less. Converting a carport to a garage, or a carport or garage to living space, also needs a building permit.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/accessory-building-permit-guidepdf","title":"Accessory Building Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Accessory Building Guide","quotes":["applying for a permit to build an accessory building (shed, garage, workshop, greenhouse, barn etc.)."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Carport or Garage Conversions","quotes":["Converting a carport into a garage, or a carport/garage into living space requires careful review of structure, insulation, and parking requirements."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 10.6(e)","quotes":["Storage and garden sheds and other accessory buildings not exceeding ten (10) square metres in floor area may be erected without a permit"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"zoning_limits":{"label":"Zoning limits","value":"Set zone by zone. Example, RS-1: accessory buildings up to 4.5 m high; at least 7.5 m from the front lot line, 1.5 m from rear and interior side lines, 3.0 m from an exterior side line, 1.5 m from the house; total lot coverage 40%. Urban Infill lots: 4.5 m high; 5.5 m front, 1.5 m rear.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"s. 605.6, 605.7(2), 605.8(2) (RS-1); 402.29(5)-(6)","quotes":["Accessory Structures together shall not exceed a Lot Coverage of 40%.","Minimum Setbacks for Accessory Buildings and Accessory Structures shall be not","from a Front Lot Line 7.5 metres","from a Rear Lot Line 1.5 metres","from an Exterior Side Lot Line 3.0 metres","Building Height for Accessory Buildings and Accessory Structures shall not exceed 4.5 metres."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026; Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 1.1","quotes":["Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"s. 101.1","quotes":["MAPLE RIDGE ZONING BYLAW NO.7600-2019"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":5,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the City of Maple Ridge [Building Bylaw 8097-2026](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026), storage and garden sheds and other accessory buildings of 10 m² or less may be built without a permit. Garages and carports are accessory buildings and need a building permit unless they are 10 m² or less. Converting a carport to a garage, or a carport or garage to living space, also needs one.\n\nFor decks, the City's Home Improvements page says a permit is required to construct, renovate, demolish or alter a deck and states no height. The bylaw's definition of a structure includes decks over 0.6 m above finished grade.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Check your zoning on the City's RidgeView map or with Planning (604-467-7341). Size, height and setbacks are set zone by zone.\n2. Read the Accessory Building Guide and the checklist for what to submit.\n3. Apply in the Citizen Portal with a site plan and drawings.\n4. Wait for the permit before building, then request inspections.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- A shed of 10 m² or less is exempt from the permit, not from the rules. The Building Code, setbacks and height limits still apply.\n- The Building Permits page says a permit is needed over 100 square feet (about 9.3 m²), a little lower than the bylaw. For a shed in between, confirm with the Building department.\n- For decks under 0.6 m high, the page and the bylaw may differ. Confirm with the Building department.\n- Example limits in the RS-1 zone: accessory buildings up to 4.5 m high; at least 7.5 m from the front lot line, 1.5 m from the rear and interior side lines, 3.0 m from an exterior side line and 1.5 m from the house; total lot coverage 40%. Other zones set their own limits.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/accessory-building-permit-guidepdf","title":"Accessory Building Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits","title":"Building Permits, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/deck-shed-garage-permit/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/deck-shed-garage-permit.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/deck-shed-garage-permit.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge building permit fees","question":"How much does a building permit cost?","slug":"building-permit-fees","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"building-and-renovating","name":"Building, renovating and your property"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"A Maple Ridge building permit fee is based on the declared value of the work: $154.50 for the first $5,000, then a rate per $1,000 above that. A non-refundable application fee ($180.25 for a house or duplex) is paid at intake and credited toward the permit fee. Taxes are extra.","aliases":["building permit cost maple ridge","how much is a permit maple ridge","permit fees maple ridge","fees and charges bylaw maple ridge"],"cost":"First $5,000 of value $154.50; then per $1,000 or part: $14.16 up to $25,000; $13.49 up to $50,000; $10.82 up to $75,000; $10.30 up to $100,000; $10.04 over $100,000. Application fee $180.25 (house or duplex) or $602.55 (other buildings, plus $103 per unit), credited toward the permit fee. Taxes extra.","how_long":"The application fee is paid when you apply. The permit fee is paid when the permit is issued.","where":[{"type":"online","label":"Pay a permit online","value":"https://www2.mapleridge.ca/BuildingPermitPayment","note":"Online payment is limited to $100,000 per transaction."},{"type":"phone","label":"Building general inquiries","value":"604-467-7311"},{"type":"email","label":"Building general inquiries","value":"BuildingEnquiries@MapleRidge.ca"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019"},{"title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026"},{"title":"Building Permits (City page)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits"}],"related":[{"slug":"building-permit","title":"Maple Ridge building permits: when you need one and how to apply","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/building-permit-fees/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/building-permit-fees/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/building-permit-fees/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/building-permit-fees/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/building-permit-fees/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/building-permit-fees/"}],"topic":{"title":"Building permit fees in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/building-permit-fees/"},"facts":{"minimum_fee":{"label":"Lowest fee","value":"The first $5,000 of construction value costs $154.50 (Building Permit Fee Based on Market Value). A non-refundable application fee ($180.25 single detached or duplex, $602.55 other buildings) is paid at intake and credited toward that fee. Taxes extra.","short":"$154.50 for first $5,000 of value","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule A (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Building Fees","quotes":["For the first $5,000 of value $154.50","Application Fee per Building Permit for Single Detached and Two-Unit (Duplex) $180.25 Dwellings","Application Fee per Building Permit for other than Single Detached and Two-Unit $602.55 (Duplex) Dwellings","All fees are exclusive of taxes, which will be added if applicable."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee_formula":{"label":"How the fee is worked out","value":"Based on declared construction value, as set by the City: $154.50 for the first $5,000, then per $1,000 or part: $14.16 up to $25,000; $13.49 up to $50,000; $10.82 up to $75,000; $10.30 up to $100,000; $10.04 over $100,000.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule A (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Building Fees","quotes":["For each additional $1,000 or part thereof up to $25,000 $14.16","For each additional $1,000 or part thereof up to $50,000 $13.49","For each additional $1,000 or part thereof up to $75,000 $10.82","For each additional $1,000 or part thereof up to $100,000 $10.30","For each additional $1,000 or part thereof over $100,000 $10.04"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 20.2","quotes":["If the declared value is lower than the City's calculated value, the City's calculated value prevails."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"application_fee":{"label":"Application or plan review fee","value":"A non-refundable application fee is paid before the application is accepted: $180.25 for single detached and duplex, $602.55 for other buildings (plus $103 per unit for multi-unit). It is credited toward the building permit fee before issuance.","short":"$180.25 single detached or duplex; $602.55 other","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 20.1","quotes":["a non-refundable application fee, in accordance with the Fees and Charges Bylaw","will be credited toward the total building permit fee prior to"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule A (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Building Fees","quotes":["Application Fee per Building Permit for Single Detached and Two-Unit (Duplex) $180.25 Dwellings","Application Fee per Building Permit for other than Single Detached and Two-Unit $602.55 (Duplex) Dwellings","Additional fee for Building Permit for other than Single Detached and Two-Unit $103.00 (Duplex) Dwellings (per unit)"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits","title":"Building Permits, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Permit Fees and Charges","quotes":["Building permit fees include a plan processing fee (payable at the time of application)"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"other_fees":{"label":"Other fees","value":"Demolition $180.25 per building. Retaining wall $120.51 for first 20 m plus $54.59 per extra 10 m. Plumbing minimum $103. Re-inspection $175 (second and later). Permit fee doubles if work starts before the permit. Security deposit required before issue.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule A (PDF)","section":"Schedule A","quotes":["Building Demolition Permit (per building) $180.25","First 20 m or portion thereof $120.51","For each additional 10 m or portion thereof $54.59","Minimum fee for any Plumbing Permit or Inspection $103.00","$175.00 faulty workmanship or materials requiring rework for each extra re-inspection"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 20.3, 20.9","quotes":["The permit fee is doubled for every permit application if construction commences before the","An owner must submit a security deposit to the City prior to permit issuance in accordance"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"how_to_pay":{"label":"How to pay","value":"The plan processing fee is paid when applying (in the online portal for portal applications); the building permit fee is paid when the permit is issued, and outstanding fees are due at permit pickup. Permits can also be paid online; online payment is limited to $100,000 per transaction.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits","title":"Building Permits, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Permit Fees and Charges; Pay for a Permit","quotes":["a plan processing fee (payable at the time of application) and a building permit fee (payable at the time of building permit issuance)","Complete the online pay form below to pay for your Building, Sprinkler, Electrical, Gas, Plumbing and Sign Permits.","Online payment is limited to a maximum of $100,000.00 per transaction."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Step Eight: Permit Issuance","quotes":["Any outstanding fees are due at time of permit pickup."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Fees & Charges Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule A (Building, Planning, Engineering, and Board of Variance Fees); permit fee rules in Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026, Part 20.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule A (PDF)","section":"Title page and Schedule A","quotes":["Fees & Charges Bylaw No. 7575-2019","Consolidated for Reference: June 30, 2026","Building, Planning, Engineering, and Board of Variance Fees"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 20","quotes":["20. FEES AND SECURITY DEPOSITS Permit Application Fees 20.1 Prior to the intake of a building permit application, the owner must pay a non-refundable","CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE BUILDING BYLAW NO. 8097-2026 A Bylaw to regulate the construction of buildings and other structures in the City of Maple Ridge in"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nIn the City of Maple Ridge you pay two things: a non-refundable application fee when you apply, and a building permit fee based on the declared construction value. Amounts are in Schedule A of the [Fees and Charges Bylaw 7575-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019) and exclude taxes. The application fee is credited toward the permit fee before the permit is issued, so it is not added on top.\n\nIf the declared value is lower than the City's calculated value, the City's value is used (Building Bylaw 8097-2026, s. 20.2).\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Work out the construction value of your project.\n2. Apply and pay the application fee: $180.25 for a single detached house or duplex, or $602.55 plus $103 per unit for other buildings.\n3. The permit fee is $154.50 for the first $5,000, then the per-$1,000 rates in the cost line.\n4. Pay the permit fee when the permit is issued. Pay any outstanding fees at permit pickup.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Other fees: demolition permit $180.25 per building; retaining wall $120.51 for the first 20 m plus $54.59 per extra 10 m; plumbing minimum $103; each extra re-inspection for rework $175.\n- If work starts before the permit is issued, the permit fee is doubled.\n- Projects in the Certified Professional Program get the market-value fee reduced by 5% (up to $10,000).\n- A security deposit is required before the permit is issued. The amount follows the City's Security Deposit Policy, which the bylaw does not state.\n- Schedule A also lists a Secondary Suite Registration fee of $250.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule A (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/building-permits","title":"Building Permits, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit-fees/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit-fees.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit-fees.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge 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?","slug":"zoning-lookup","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"building-and-renovating","name":"Building, renovating and your property"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"To find your zoning in Maple Ridge, look up your lot on the City's RidgeView map, then read your zone's section of Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019. Planning staff can confirm it at 604-467-7341, and a Land Use Inquiry application can give your current zoning or zoning history.","aliases":["zoning map maple ridge","what is my zoning maple ridge","zoning bylaw 7600","ridgeview maple ridge","can i build on my lot maple ridge"],"cost":"Looking up zoning is free. A Land Use Inquiry has an application fee of $265 before taxes (Fees and Charges Bylaw 7575-2019).","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"online","label":"Zoning Bylaw page and zoning map","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw"},{"type":"online","label":"Maps and Guides (RidgeView)","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/maps-guides"},{"type":"phone","label":"Planning","value":"604-467-7341"},{"type":"email","label":"Planning","value":"Planning@MapleRidge.ca"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Zoning Bylaw page (bylaw and zoning map)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw"},{"title":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019"},{"title":"Land Use Inquiry Application Guide (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/land-use-inquiry-application-guide"},{"title":"Maps and Guides","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/maps-guides"}],"related":[{"slug":"secondary-suite","title":"Maple Ridge secondary suite and carriage house rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/secondary-suite/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/zoning-lookup/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/zoning-lookup/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/zoning-lookup/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/zoning-lookup/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/zoning-lookup/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/zoning-lookup/"}],"topic":{"title":"Zoning maps in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/zoning-lookup/"},"facts":{"how_to_find":{"label":"How to find your zone","value":"Look up the property on RidgeView, the City's interactive lot map, then read that zone's section of the Zoning Bylaw. The Zoning Bylaw page also gives access to the zoning map. Planning staff can confirm zoning, and a Land Use Inquiry application can give current zoning or zoning history.","short":"Online map (RidgeView)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/maps-guides","title":"Maps and Guides, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Maps","quotes":["RidgeView: Interactive City Lot Map","RidgeView provides Information about properties, facilities, attractions, utilities, schools, parks, and aerial imagery."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Step One","quotes":["using the Ridgeview Mapping Application."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw","title":"Zoning Bylaw, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Zoning Bylaw page","quotes":["current Zoning Bylaw and zoning map, and to find information"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/land-use-inquiry-application-guide","title":"Land Use Inquiry Application Guide (PDF)","section":"Land Use Inquiry Application Guide","quotes":["Current zoning or zoning history of a site."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"zoning_bylaw":{"label":"Zoning bylaw","value":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, consolidated to July 28, 2026 (adopted December 8, 2020); a Zoning Bylaw update is under way.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"title page","quotes":["Consolidated to July 28, 2026"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw","title":"Zoning Bylaw, City of Maple Ridge","section":"History","quotes":["Final Reading to Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 on December 8, 2020","The City of Maple Ridge is in the process of updating the Zoning Bylaw"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"what_zone_controls":{"label":"What the zone controls","value":"For each zone: permitted principal and accessory uses and density, lot size, lot coverage, setbacks, building height, landscaping and fencing, and parking. General rules cover specific uses, siting, retaining walls and waste.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw","title":"Zoning Bylaw, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Regulations","quotes":["Within each zone, regulations for the permitted use and density of use of land, buildings and other structures;","Regulations for setbacks, and for the height of buildings and structures;","Regulations for the area, shape and dimensions of new lots;","Regulations for landscaping and fencing;"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"contact":{"label":"Contact","value":"Planning Department: Planning@MapleRidge.ca or 604-467-7341.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw","title":"Zoning Bylaw, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Zoning Bylaw page","quotes":["Please contact the Planning Department by email Planning@MapleRidge.ca or by phone at 604-467-7341"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"s. 101.1","quotes":["MAPLE RIDGE ZONING BYLAW NO.7600-2019"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":5,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":0},"zoning":{"bylaw":{"title":"Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 (consolidated to July 28, 2026)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","accessed":"2026-11-07","note":"Consolidated PDF with a list of amending bylaws at the end. Residential sections 601 to 604 and 615 are deleted by Bylaw 8104-2026; CD sections 1037, 1038, 1043, 1044 and 1046 to 1049 are held for future zones (no text). Zone section numbers are the bylaw's 3 to 4 digit section numbers. The City's map still carries old Bylaw 3510 zones (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, RT-1) on some lots, which are not part of Bylaw 7600."},"zones":97,"zone_pages":54,"index_url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning/index.json","lookup_url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning/lookup","map":{"has_map":true,"has_addresses":true,"zones_geojson":"/data/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zones.geojson","addresses_json":"/data/ca/bc/maple-ridge/addresses.json","source_url":"https://services8.arcgis.com/5BI85L7dtV6PVZGB/ArcGIS/rest/services/Property_/FeatureServer/25","viewer":{"title":"RidgeView: Interactive City Lot Map","url":"https://mapleridge.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=65732c3048a14279a55c26281c6aa0b9"},"caveat":"The map layer is a lot (parcel) layer with the zone stored per lot as ZoneType1; lots split between zones also carry ZoneType2 and ZoneType3, which this map does not show. The City's zoning map is Schedule A of the bylaw.","accessed":"2026-11-07"}},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nEvery property in the City of Maple Ridge has a zone. [Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019), consolidated to July 28, 2026, sets for each zone the permitted principal and accessory uses and density, lot size, lot coverage, setbacks, building height, landscaping and fencing, and parking. General rules cover specific uses, siting, retaining walls and waste. The City says a Zoning Bylaw update is under way, so rules may change.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Look up your lot on RidgeView, the City's interactive lot map (see the Maps and Guides page).\n2. Open the Zoning Bylaw and read your zone's section. The Zoning Bylaw page also gives access to the zoning map.\n3. For a written answer, email Planning@MapleRidge.ca or call 604-467-7341.\n4. Or file a Land Use Inquiry application, which can give your current zoning or zoning history.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Some lots also have rules from the Official Community Plan, development permit areas or the Agricultural Land Reserve. Ask Planning if your lot may be affected.\n- The Land Use Inquiry fee is $265 before taxes.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/community-planning/zoning-bylaw","title":"Zoning Bylaw, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/maps-guides","title":"Maps and Guides, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/land-use-inquiry-application-guide","title":"Land Use Inquiry Application Guide (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning-lookup/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning-lookup.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning-lookup.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge secondary suite and carriage house rules","question":"Can I add a secondary suite or a carriage house?","slug":"secondary-suite","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"building-and-renovating","name":"Building, renovating and your property"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Yes, in zones that list them. The City of Maple Ridge allows one secondary suite inside a principal dwelling and a Detached Garden Suite (its name for a carriage house) in the rear yard. New construction or renovation needs a building permit. If both units are rented, you need a business licence.","aliases":["basement suite maple ridge","detached garden suite maple ridge","carriage house maple ridge","laneway house maple ridge","legal suite maple ridge"],"cost":"Building permit fees apply (see building-permit-fees). The fee schedule lists a $250 Secondary Suite Registration fee. If both units are rented, the business licence has a one-time $500 application review fee plus the licence fee.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Planning","value":"604-467-7341"},{"type":"email","label":"Planning","value":"Planning@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"online","label":"Citizen Portal (building permit)","value":"https://citizenportal.mapleridge.ca/citizenportal/app/landing"},{"type":"phone","label":"Building general inquiries","value":"604-467-7311"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Secondary Suites (City page)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/planning-land-use/community-planning/housing-ready/secondary-suites"},{"title":"Detached Garden Suites (City page)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/planning-land-use/community-planning/housing-ready/detached-garden-suites"},{"title":"Detached Garden Suite Guide (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/detached-garden-suite-guide"},{"title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019"}],"related":[{"slug":"building-permit","title":"Maple Ridge building permits: when you need one and how to apply","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit/"},{"slug":"short-term-rental","title":"Maple Ridge short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/short-term-rental/"},{"slug":"zoning-lookup","title":"Maple Ridge zoning: find your zone and what it allows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/zoning-lookup/"},{"slug":"business-licence","title":"Maple Ridge business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/business-licence/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/secondary-suite/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/secondary-suite/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/secondary-suite/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/secondary-suite/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/secondary-suite/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/secondary-suite/"}],"topic":{"title":"Secondary suite and carriage house rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/secondary-suite/"},"facts":{"suite_allowed":{"label":"Secondary suite allowed","value":"As an accessory use inside a principal dwelling (one suite per house) in zones that list it, such as RS-1, and under Urban Infill Residential rules inside the Urban Containment Boundary. The City says single detached, duplex and triplex buildings. Not in a floodplain unless the floor is above flood level.","short":"Yes, in zones that list it (one per house)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"definition; s. 402.24; 402.29(2); 605.3","quotes":["is limited to one Secondary Suite per Principal Residential Use.","shall be contained within a Principal Residential Dwelling Unit;","Accessory Residential Uses: (i) Secondary Suite Residential;","shall not be permitted on a Lot situated within a Floodplain Area unless the underside of the finished floor system of the Secondary Suite Residential Use is above the established minimum Flood Construction Level."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Secondary Suites","quotes":["Secondary Suites are permitted in single detached, two-unit (duplex), and triplex residential buildings subject to meeting the BC Building Code regulations."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"detached_allowed":{"label":"Coach house or garden suite allowed","value":"Called a Detached Garden Suite. Allowed as an accessory use in zones that list it (such as RS-1) and under Urban Infill rules. Must be in the rear yard, one storey (or second storey over an accessory or parking use in some cases), no basement, not strata-titled or subdivided, and not on lots with boarding, caretaker, agricultural employee or tourist accommodation use.","short":"Yes, Detached Garden Suite in zones that list it","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"s. 402.11; 402.29(2); 605.3","quotes":["shall only be located within the Rear Yard of a Principal Residential Use, and","shall be limited to one Storey;","shall not be strata-titled or subdivided;","(ii) Detached Garden Suite Residential;","Agricultural Employee Residential, Boarding, Caretaker Residential, or Tourist Accommodation Use on the same Lot;"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"limits":{"label":"Limits","value":"One suite per principal dwelling, inside it; the City page says at most 40% of the building's gross floor area. Detached garden suite: up to 140 m² or 15% of lot area, whichever is less (90 m² in the ALR); one or two per lot per the City guide. If the owner lives elsewhere, a business licence and Good Neighbour Agreement are required.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"s. 402.24, 402.11(3)","quotes":["shall not be strata-titled; and","not more than 140.0 square metres or 15% of the Lot Area, whichever is less","not more than 90.0 square metres or 15% of the Lot Area, whichever is less, for Lots within the Agricultural Land Reserve"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Secondary Suites","quotes":["A Secondary Suite cannot exceed 40% of the total Gross Floor Area of the principal residential building in which it is located."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/detached-garden-suite-guide","title":"Detached Garden Suite Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"DGS Guide, items 1 and 20","quotes":["One or two DGS Residential Use allowed per residential or agricultural zoned lots","Should the property owner not reside on the property"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"parking":{"label":"Parking","value":"Secondary suite: 1 space for the suite (Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw No. 7970-2023, s. 2.07). No space is required on lots over 281 m² with up to 6 units within 400 m of a bus stop, or in a Transit-Oriented Area. Detached garden suite: 1 space, not tandem, always accessible.","short":"1 space per suite (none in some areas)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/detached-garden-suite-guide","title":"Detached Garden Suite Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"DGS Guide, item 11","quotes":["One parking space dedicated exclusively to the DGS residents, as regulated under the Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw. It must not be tandem and must have unobstructed access and egress at all times"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/planning-land-use/community-planning/housing-ready/detached-garden-suites","title":"Detached Garden Suites, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Detached Garden Suite Regulations","quotes":["One parking off-street parking space must be dedicated to the detached garden suite"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/maple-ridge-street-parking-and-loading-bylaw-no-7970-2023","title":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/maple-ridge-street-parking-and-loading-bylaw-no-7970-2023","section":"s. 2.07.1 table A; 2.07.2; 2.07.3","quotes":["1 space per Dwelling Unit","Secondary Suite Residential; 1 space per Dwelling Unit","the minimum Parking Space requirements listed in Section 2.07.1 shall not apply to Residential Uses"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"permits":{"label":"Permits","value":"A building permit is required for any new construction or renovation of a secondary suite or detached garden suite (for example adding a kitchen, bedrooms, plumbing or electrical, fire separation, or egress windows). A business licence is needed if both units are rented (one-time $500 application review fee plus licence fee).","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/planning-land-use/community-planning/housing-ready/secondary-suites","title":"Secondary Suites, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Secondary Suites page","quotes":["Building permits are required for any new construction or renovation of a secondary suite.","A Business Licence is required if there are two rental units on the property.","there is a one-time Application Review Fee of $500."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Do I Need a Permit for a Secondary Suite?","quotes":["Adding a kitchen","Installing new plumbing or electrical","Creating required fire separation"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/planning-land-use/community-planning/housing-ready/detached-garden-suites","title":"Detached Garden Suites, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Detached Garden Suites page","quotes":["Building permits are required for any new construction or renovation of a detached garden suite."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, s. 402.24 (Secondary Suite Residential) and s. 402.11 (Detached Garden Suite Residential); Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","section":"s. 402.24, 402.11","quotes":["402.24 Secondary Suite Residential","402.11 Detached Garden Suite Residential"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026","section":"s. 1.1","quotes":["Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nA secondary suite is a self-contained unit inside a principal dwelling. A Detached Garden Suite is a small separate home on the same lot, in the rear yard. Both are accessory uses in zones that list them, such as RS-1, and under Urban Infill Residential rules inside the Urban Containment Boundary (Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019, sections [402.24 and 402.11](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019)). The City says suites are allowed in single detached, duplex and triplex buildings. Neither is allowed in a floodplain unless the floor is above the flood construction level.\n\n**Secondary suite:** one per principal dwelling, inside it. The City page sets a limit of 40% of the building's gross floor area, which the bylaw text does not repeat.\n\n**Detached Garden Suite:** up to 140 m² or 15% of the lot area, whichever is less (90 m² in the Agricultural Land Reserve). One or two per lot per the City guide. It must be one storey with no basement, not strata-titled or subdivided.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Confirm your zoning and flood status with Planning (604-467-7341).\n2. Read the City's Secondary Suites or Detached Garden Suites page.\n3. Apply for a building permit in the Citizen Portal. A permit is needed for any new construction or renovation of a suite, such as adding a kitchen, plumbing, electrical, fire separation or egress windows.\n4. If both units are rented, get a business licence.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Parking: the guide asks for one space for a Detached Garden Suite, not tandem and always accessible. For a secondary suite, check the Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw No. 7970-2023 with Planning.\n- If the owner lives elsewhere, a business licence and a Good Neighbour Agreement are required.\n- The Secondary Suites page says one suite per lot, while the Home Improvements page says single detached, duplex and triplex buildings. Confirm with Planning.\n- The bylaws we read do not state an owner-occupancy rule.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/planning-land-use/community-planning/housing-ready/secondary-suites","title":"Secondary Suites, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/planning-land-use/community-planning/housing-ready/detached-garden-suites","title":"Detached Garden Suites, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/construction-development-permits/home-improvements","title":"Home Improvements, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/detached-garden-suite-guide","title":"Detached Garden Suite Guide (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/maple-ridge-street-parking-and-loading-bylaw-no-7970-2023","title":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/maple-ridge-street-parking-and-loading-bylaw-no-7970-2023","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/building-bylaw-no-8097-2026","title":"Building Bylaw No. 8097-2026","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/secondary-suite/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/secondary-suite.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/secondary-suite.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge tree removal rules and permits","question":"Do I need permission to cut down a tree on my property?","slug":"tree-removal","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"building-and-renovating","name":"Building, renovating and your property"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Usually yes. In Maple Ridge you need a City tree permit to cut, remove or prune more than a quarter of the live crown of a protected tree, which includes any tree 20 cm or more across at breast height. The residential fee is $70 for the first tree in a calendar year. Do not start until the permit is issued.","aliases":["tree cutting permit maple ridge","tree bylaw maple ridge","cut down tree maple ridge","tree permit fee maple ridge","hazard tree maple ridge"],"cost":"Residential application fee $70 for the first tree per calendar year and $100 for each additional tree, plus taxes. Refundable security of $640 per replacement tree; cash in lieu $800 per tree if planting is not feasible.","how_long":"The City does not publish a review time.","where":[{"type":"email","label":"Trees (Facilities, Parks and Properties)","value":"Trees@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Facilities, Parks and Properties","value":"604-467-7346"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw (City page with forms)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/your-government/policies-bylaws/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw"},{"title":"Bulletin, Residential Tree Cutting Permits (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-bulletin-residential-tree-cutting-permits"},{"title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026"}],"related":[{"slug":"building-permit","title":"Maple Ridge building permits: when you need one and how to apply","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/building-permit/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/tree-removal/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/tree-removal/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/tree-removal/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/tree-removal/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/tree-removal/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/tree-removal/"}],"topic":{"title":"Tree removal permits in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tree-removal/"},"facts":{"permit_needed":{"label":"When a permit is needed","value":"A permit is needed to cut, remove or prune more than 1/4 of the live crown of any Protected Tree, on any property. Protected: any tree 20 cm DBH or larger, any tree on City property, Significant Trees (60 cm+), replacement trees, and trees of any size in riparian or conservation areas, under covenant, or with raptor, osprey or heron nests.","short":"Yes, for trees 20 cm DBH or larger","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026","title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 6.3; definition of Protected Tree","quotes":["A Tree Permit is required to Cut or Remove a Protected Tree, including its roots, or to prune","any tree within the City of Maple Ridge with a DBH equal to or greater than 20 centimetres","any tree located on City Property;","a tree of any size located in a Riparian Area or Conservation Area;"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-bulletin-residential-tree-cutting-permits","title":"Bulletin, Residential Tree Cutting Permits (PDF)","section":"Bulletin","quotes":["All trees 20 cm Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) or greater"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"exemptions":{"label":"Exemptions","value":"No permit is needed if the tree is dead of natural causes (verified), is a storm-damaged hazard tree in imminent danger (arborist assessed; report within one business day), or fewer than 10 are removed on active-farm land as required for a designated farm use. ALR land is not otherwise exempt.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026","title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 4.6, 4.3, 4.5","quotes":["the Protected Tree is dead of natural causes as verified and documented by an Arborist","the person who Removes the tree reports it to the Manager within one business day","less than 10 Protected trees are being removed and the land is in Agricultural Use, with","This Bylaw does not apply to trees on property owned by either the Government of Canada","farm use described Agricultural Land Commission Act Regulation"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee":{"label":"Fee","value":"Residential: $70 for the first tree per calendar year and $100 for each additional tree, plus taxes. Development stream: $300 base plus $100 per tree.","short":"$70 first tree per year, $100 each additional","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule J (PDF)","section":"Schedule J","quotes":["Tree Permit Application Fee (Residential Stream)","For the first tree applied for removal from a lot (per tree, per calendar $70.00 year)","For each additional tree applied for removal from a lot per calendar year $100.00","Base fee for tree permits associated with a subdivision application,","Fees will be effective June 30, 2026."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"replacement":{"label":"Replacement trees","value":"Replacement trees are planted on the lot: 2 for each tree of 20-39 cm DBH, 3 for 40-59 cm, 4 for 60 cm or more; only 1 if the permit covers a single tree in a calendar year. A refundable security of $640 per replacement tree is due before the permit is issued. Cash in lieu is $800 per tree if planting is not feasible.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026","title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 8.5, 9.4, 9.5, 9.6","quotes":["Before permit issuance, the Applicant must provide a refundable security for Replacement","20 cm – 39 cm 2 trees","More than 60 cm (Significant tree) 4 trees","only one Protected Tree, only one Replacement Tree is required","the Applicant must pay cash in lieu for each required Replacement Tree not planted on the Lot"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule J (PDF)","section":"Schedule J","quotes":["Replacement Tree Security Fee (per tree) $640.00","Cash-in-lieu of Replacement Tree (per tree) $800.00"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"city_trees":{"label":"City trees","value":"Street trees are City property, usually on the boulevard. They may not be cut, damaged or removed except by the City or its agents, and pruning must be done by the City. Report concerns to ParksOperations@MapleRidge.ca or 604-467-7346. RidgeView shows whether a tree is on City land.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026","title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 5.5","quotes":["that is on City Property, unless the work is undertaken by the City or its authorized agents.","shall install or permit to be installed lights, ropes, chains, or objects in"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/trees","title":"Trees, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Trees page","quotes":["To find out if a tree is on City or private property, check RidgeView"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/build-develop-permits/land-development/street-trees","title":"Street Trees, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Street Trees page, Maintenance","quotes":["Street trees are owned by the City and are generally located on the boulevard","any pruning must be done by the City","ParksOperations@MapleRidge.ca or 604-467-7346"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Removing a protected tree without a permit: $450 (early $400, late $500) under the Bylaw Notice Enforcement schedule; $3,000 under the Ticket Information Utilization schedule. Court fines can go up to the Offence Act maximum.","short":"Notice $450 ($400 if paid early); ticket $3,000","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Tree Management Bylaw","quotes":["Tree Management Bylaw No. 8025-2026","8025-2026 5.1 Remove protected tree $450 $400 $500 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 30","quotes":["Remove protected tree 5.1 $3000"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026","title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","section":"s. 13.1","quotes":["liable to a fine and penalty not exceeding the maximum amount"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"Two ticket schedules give different amounts for the same offence. Both name 'Tree Management Bylaw No. 8025-2026' while the current bylaw is No. 8045-2026 (same section number 5.1). The Bylaw Notice Enforcement consolidation lists amendments up to 8136-2026; the Ticket Information consolidation up to 8135-2026."},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026","title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","section":"title; s. 2.1","quotes":["TREE PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT BYLAW NO. 8045-2026","Maple Ridge Tree Protection Bylaw No. 7133-2015 and its amendments are hereby repealed."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":7,"stated":7,"matched":7,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nTrees in the City of Maple Ridge are regulated by the [Tree Protection and Management Bylaw 8045-2026](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026). A permit is needed to cut, remove or prune more than 1/4 of the live crown of any protected tree, on any property. Protected trees are any tree 20 cm DBH (diameter at breast height) or larger, any tree on City property, Significant Trees (60 cm or larger), replacement trees, and trees of any size in riparian or conservation areas, under covenant, or with raptor, osprey or heron nests.\n\nA permit is issued only if one of the grounds in section 6.6 applies, such as a hazard tree, a tree within 1.0 m of the house foundation, structural damage, an approved development or a dying tree.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Check on the RidgeView map whether the tree is on private or City land.\n2. Apply using the City's tree permit forms (see the bulletin and bylaw page) and pay the application fee, which is non-refundable.\n3. Plant replacement trees on the lot: 2 for each tree of 20 to 39 cm DBH, 3 for 40 to 59 cm, 4 for 60 cm or more. Only 1 is needed if the permit covers a single tree in a calendar year.\n4. Pay the refundable security of $640 per replacement tree before the permit is issued. The security may be waived if it is under $5,000.\n5. Cut only after the permit is issued.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- No permit is needed for a tree that is dead of natural causes (verified), or a storm-damaged hazard tree in imminent danger (assessed by an arborist, reported within one business day). Fewer than 10 trees removed on active-farm land for a designated farm use are also exempt. Farmland in the ALR is not otherwise exempt.\n- Street trees are City property, usually on the boulevard. Only the City or its agents may cut, prune or damage them. Report concerns to ParksOperations@MapleRidge.ca or 604-467-7346.\n- Removing a protected tree without a permit: a bylaw notice is $450 (early payment $400, late $500); a municipal ticket is $3,000. Court fines can go up to the Offence Act maximum. The two ticket schedules differ, so confirm the amount with the City.\n- The City's bulletin still links to an older, repealed tree bylaw. Use Bylaw 8045-2026.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-protection-and-management-bylaw-no-8045-2026","title":"Tree Protection and Management Bylaw No. 8045-2026 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/tree-bulletin-residential-tree-cutting-permits","title":"Bulletin, Residential Tree Cutting Permits (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019, Schedule J (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/trees","title":"Trees, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/build-develop-permits/land-development/street-trees","title":"Street Trees, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 7 of 7 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/tree-removal/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/tree-removal.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/tree-removal.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits","question":"Does the City of Maple Ridge collect garbage, and how do I arrange pickup?","slug":"garbage-collection","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"garbage-and-recycling","name":"Garbage, recycling and waste"},"owner":"other","owner_label":"Another public body","owner_body":null,"short_answer":"No. The City of Maple Ridge runs no curbside garbage collection. Residents manage their own waste: garbage is arranged privately or taken to the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre. Curbside recycling is provided by Recycle BC, at no cost to residents.","aliases":["maple ridge garbage pickup","garbage day maple ridge","private garbage hauler maple ridge","who picks up my garbage"],"cost":"Curbside recycling (Recycle BC) is free. Garbage disposal is arranged and paid for privately; the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre charges tipping fees.","how_long":"Recycle BC collects paper, mixed containers and glass weekly and flexible plastics every 2 weeks.","where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre","value":"604-681-5600"},{"type":"phone","label":"Missed curbside recycling (Remple Disposal)","value":"778-503-1340"},{"type":"phone","label":"Missed recycling, multi-family (Waste Control Services)","value":"778-503-1341"},{"type":"online","label":"Recycle BC schedule for Maple Ridge","value":"https://recyclebc.ca/mapleridge"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge"},{"title":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011"}],"related":[],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/garbage-collection/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/garbage-collection/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/garbage-collection/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/garbage-collection/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/garbage-collection/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/garbage-collection/"}],"topic":{"title":"Garbage collection in British Columbia: frequency, limits and fees by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/garbage-collection/"},"facts":{"frequency":{"label":"How often","value":"Residents manage their own waste disposal: garbage is arranged privately or taken to the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre. Curbside recycling is provided by Recycle BC (not the City): paper, mixed containers and glass weekly, flexible plastics every 2 weeks. No curbside food scraps collection is described; residents must compost food scraps under Metro Vancouver's Organics Disposal Ban.","short":"No City garbage; recycling weekly via Recycle BC","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"intro; Collection Types and Frequency","quotes":["Maple Ridge residents are responsible for managing their own waste disposal.","Residents may also contract private waste disposal services.","Weekly collection for paper, mixed containers, glass. Flexible plastics picked up every 2 weeks.","Maple Ridge residents are required to compost food scraps and other organic materials"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"collection_day":{"label":"Finding your day","value":"Check the Recycle BC schedule for Maple Ridge (recyclebc.ca/mapleridge) or the Recycle BC app. For missed curbside recycling call Remple Disposal at 778-503-1340 (multi-family: Waste Control Services, 778-503-1341). No City collection-day lookup is listed for garbage.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Recycle BC","quotes":["Never miss a pick up - get the App to check sorting instructions & more.","For residential curbside recycling: Call Remple Disposal: 778-503-1340"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"carts":{"label":"Carts","value":null,"status":"unknown","reason":"not_found","sources":[]},"set_out":{"label":"Setting carts out","value":"Put solid waste and recycling receptacles at the road shoulder, lane or curb in front of the premises, or on the premises beside the property line, no earlier than 5:00 a.m. and no later than 7:00 a.m. on collection day, and take them in by 6:00 p.m. (Solid Waste Bylaw) or 7:00 p.m. (Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw). Bear-resistant containers must be unlatched by 5 a.m. and re-locked by 7 p.m.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011","title":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011 (consolidated with 6994-2013)","section":"s. 11","quotes":["no earlier than 5:00 am and no later than 7:00 am on collection day.","removed from the street or lane allowance no later than 6:00 pm on collection day."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/wildlife-and-vector-control-consolidated-bylaw-no-7437-2018","title":"Wildlife And Vector Control Consolidated Bylaw No 7437 2018 (PDF), Maple Ridge","section":"s. 4.5.9, 4.5.10","quotes":["no earlier than 5:00 am and no later than","removed from the street or lane allowance no later than 7:00","unlatched by","5:00 am on designated Collection days and re-locked by 7:00 pm on"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"Bylaw 6800-2011 s. 11 says receptacles must be removed by 6:00 pm; Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw 7437-2018 s. 4.5.10 (amended 2020) says 7:00 pm. The City's Wildlife Safety page also says 7:00 pm."},"limits":{"label":"Limits and extra garbage","value":"A household garbage receptacle is a sealed bag or can that weighs no more than 20 kg when full; cans no more than 77 litres, with a watertight cover and no sharp glass or wood that could tear the bag.","short":"Bag or can max 20 kg; cans max 77 litres","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011","title":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011 (consolidated with 6994-2013)","section":"s. 2 Household Receptacle","quotes":["(b) when full, has a gross weight not exceeding 20 kg","having a volume not exceeding 77 litres"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee":{"label":"Fee","value":"Curbside recycling (Recycle BC) is at no cost to residents. Garbage disposal is arranged and paid for privately; the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre charges tipping fees.","short":"No City fee; recycling free, garbage private","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Recycling transition; Waste Disposal","quotes":["it is a service provided at no cost to residents by Recycle BC","Residents may also contract private waste disposal services.","Tipping fees apply; check the Metro Vancouver website for details."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011 (consolidated with 6994-2013); see also Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437-2018","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011","title":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011 (consolidated with 6994-2013)","section":"citation","quotes":["Maple Ridge Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/wildlife-and-vector-control-consolidated-bylaw-no-7437-2018","title":"Wildlife And Vector Control Consolidated Bylaw No 7437 2018 (PDF), Maple Ridge","section":"s. 1.1","quotes":["This bylaw may be cited as the Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437 – 2018"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":7,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":1},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nThe City of Maple Ridge does not collect household garbage. Residents arrange it privately or take it to the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre. Curbside recycling is provided by Recycle BC, not the City: paper, mixed containers and glass weekly, and flexible plastics every 2 weeks. The City page describes no curbside food scraps collection; residents must compost food scraps under Metro Vancouver's Organics Disposal Ban.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Find your recycling day on the Recycle BC schedule for Maple Ridge (recyclebc.ca/mapleridge) or in the Recycle BC app. The City lists no collection-day lookup for garbage.\n2. For a missed curbside recycling pickup, call Remple Disposal at 778-503-1340 (multi-family: Waste Control Services, 778-503-1341).\n3. For garbage, hire a private hauler or take it to the Recycling and Waste Centre, 10092 236 Street (604-681-5600). The City does not list haulers or prices.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Setting out under the [Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011): put receptacles at the road shoulder, lane or curb in front of the premises, or on the premises beside the property line, no earlier than 5:00 a.m. and no later than 7:00 a.m. on collection day.\n- Take them in by 6:00 p.m. under the Solid Waste Bylaw, or 7:00 p.m. under the [Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437-2018](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/wildlife-and-vector-control-consolidated-bylaw-no-7437-2018). The other official source says otherwise, so confirm with the City; the 7:00 p.m. time is the later one. Bear-resistant containers must be unlatched by 5 a.m. and re-locked by 7 p.m.\n- The bylaw defines a household garbage receptacle as a sealed bag or can weighing no more than 20 kg when full; cans no more than 77 litres, with a watertight cover and no sharp glass or wood that could tear the bag. That text predates the Recycle BC change.\n- No garbage cart programme or cart sizes were found.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011","title":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011 (consolidated with 6994-2013)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/wildlife-and-vector-control-consolidated-bylaw-no-7437-2018","title":"Wildlife And Vector Control Consolidated Bylaw No 7437 2018 (PDF), Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"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."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/garbage-collection/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/garbage-collection.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/garbage-collection.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge yard waste collection and drop-off","question":"Where does yard waste and brush go?","slug":"yard-waste","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"garbage-and-recycling","name":"Garbage, recycling and waste"},"owner":"regional","owner_label":"Regional district","owner_body":{"name":"Metro Vancouver","url":"https://metrovancouver.org"},"short_answer":"The City of Maple Ridge describes no curbside yard waste collection. Residents can drop off grass clippings, branches and leaves at the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, 10092 236 Street, run by Metro Vancouver. Yard trimmings cost $139 per tonne, with a $10 minimum per load.","aliases":["yard waste drop off maple ridge","branches disposal maple ridge","where to dump leaves maple ridge"],"cost":"Yard trimmings: $139 per metric tonne, with a minimum recycling fee of $10 per load (Metro Vancouver fees effective July 1, 2026). Mixed loads are charged at the highest-cost material.","how_long":"Open Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (October to March) or 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (April to September); Sundays and holidays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.","where":[{"type":"in_person","label":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre","value":"10092 236 Street, Maple Ridge, BC","note":"Closed New Year's Day and Christmas Day."},{"type":"phone","label":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre","value":"604-681-5600"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, Metro Vancouver","url":"https://metrovancouver.org/services/solid-waste/maple-ridge-recycling-and-waste-centre"}],"related":[{"slug":"garbage-collection","title":"Maple Ridge garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/garbage-collection/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/yard-waste/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/yard-waste/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/yard-waste/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/yard-waste/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/yard-waste/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/yard-waste/"}],"topic":{"title":"Yard waste collection in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/yard-waste/"},"facts":{"curbside":{"label":"Curbside collection","value":null,"status":"unknown","reason":"not_published","note":"The City of Maple Ridge describes no curbside yard waste collection.","sources":[]},"preparation":{"label":"How to set it out","value":"At the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, yard trimmings (grass, branches, brush, weeds, leaves, sod) may be no more than 30 cm across and 120 cm long. Loads must be off-loaded by hand.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/GVSDD_Bylaw_379_Consolidated.pdf","title":"GVS&DD Tipping Fee and Solid Waste Disposal Regulation Bylaw No. 379 (unofficial consolidation, PDF), Metro Vancouver","section":"definition of Yard Trimmings","quotes":["with a maximum diameter of 30 centimetres and a maximum length of 120 centimetres"]},{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/services/solid-waste/maple-ridge-recycling-and-waste-centre","title":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, Metro Vancouver","section":"facility notes","quotes":["All loads must be off-loaded by hand. Self-tipping vehicles are not permitted."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"drop_off":{"label":"Drop-off","value":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, 10092 236 Street. Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (October to March) or 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (April to September); Sundays and holidays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed New Year's Day and Christmas Day. Phone 604-681-5600.","short":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, 10092 236 Street","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Waste Disposal Options","quotes":["Location: 10092 236 Street, Maple Ridge, BC","Monday to Saturday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm (Oct. to March), 8:00 am–6:00 pm (April to Sept)","Sunday and Holidays: 9:00 am–5:00 pm (Closed on New Year’s Day and Christmas Day )","Contact: 604-681-5600"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"cost":{"label":"Cost","value":"Yard trimmings: $139 per metric tonne, with a minimum recycling fee of $10 per load (Metro Vancouver fees effective July 1, 2026). Mixed loads are charged at the highest-cost material.","short":"$139 a tonne ($10 minimum per load)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/GVSDD_Bylaw_379_Consolidated.pdf","title":"GVS&DD Tipping Fee and Solid Waste Disposal Regulation Bylaw No. 379 (unofficial consolidation, PDF), Metro Vancouver","section":"Schedule B, Table 3","quotes":["Table 3 - Recycling Fees for Recyclable Material dropped off in designated Recycling Areas","$139/metric $139/metric $139/metric $139/metric $139/metric $139/metric","Minimum Recycling Fee of $10 per Load."]},{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/services/solid-waste/maple-ridge-recycling-and-waste-centre","title":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, Metro Vancouver","section":"facility notes","quotes":["Mixed material loads will be charged at the rate for the highest cost material."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"not_accepted":{"label":"Not accepted","value":"Not yard trimmings at the Metro Vancouver centre: snow-flocked or frosted trees, toxic plants (Devil's club, giant hogweed, spurge laurel), clean wood, food waste and agricultural waste. Stumps and sod count only if no more than 30 cm across and 120 cm long. Soil and rocks are not mentioned.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/GVSDD_Bylaw_379_Consolidated.pdf","title":"GVS&DD Tipping Fee and Solid Waste Disposal Regulation Bylaw No. 379 (unofficial consolidation, PDF), Metro Vancouver","section":"definition of Yard Trimmings","quotes":["but exclude Snow Flocked or Frosted Trees, Toxic Plants, Clean Wood, Food Waste and Agricultural Waste.","Yard Trimmings include grass, shrub and tree branches, grass sod, flowers, weeds, leaves, vegetable stalks, brush and tree stumps"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011 (City); GVS&DD Tipping Fee and Solid Waste Disposal Regulation Bylaw No. 379, 2024 (Metro Vancouver)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011","title":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011","section":"citation","quotes":["Maple Ridge Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011"]},{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/GVSDD_Bylaw_379_Consolidated.pdf","title":"GVS&DD Tipping Fee and Solid Waste Disposal Regulation Bylaw No. 379 (unofficial consolidation, PDF), Metro Vancouver","section":"title","quotes":["GVS&DD TIPPING FEE AND SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL REGULATION BYLAW NO. 379, 2024"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":1},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nThe City's Waste and Recycling Services page says residents manage their own waste and can drop off grass clippings, branches and leaves at the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre. No curbside yard waste collection is described. The City's [Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011) defines yard waste receptacles, but no current collection service was found.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Cut yard trimmings (grass, branches, brush, weeds, leaves, sod) to no more than 30 cm across and 120 cm long.\n2. Bring them to the Recycling and Waste Centre, 10092 236 Street. Loads must be off-loaded by hand.\n3. Pay the tipping fee under the [Metro Vancouver Bylaw No. 379](https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/GVSDD_Bylaw_379_Consolidated.pdf).\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Hours: Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (October to March) or 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (April to September); Sundays and holidays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed New Year's Day and Christmas Day. Phone 604-681-5600.\n- Not yard trimmings at the Metro Vancouver centre: snow-flocked or frosted trees, toxic plants (Devil's club, giant hogweed, spurge laurel), clean wood, food waste and agricultural waste. Stumps and sod count only if no more than 30 cm across and 120 cm long. Soil and rocks are not mentioned.\n- Mixed loads are charged at the highest-cost material.","sources":[{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/GVSDD_Bylaw_379_Consolidated.pdf","title":"GVS&DD Tipping Fee and Solid Waste Disposal Regulation Bylaw No. 379 (unofficial consolidation, PDF), Metro Vancouver","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/services/solid-waste/maple-ridge-recycling-and-waste-centre","title":"Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, Metro Vancouver","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/solid-waste-and-recycling-regulation-bylaw-no-6800-2011","title":"Solid Waste and Recycling Regulation Bylaw No. 6800-2011","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/yard-waste/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/yard-waste.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/yard-waste.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge watering restrictions","question":"Are there lawn sprinkling or watering restrictions?","slug":"water-restrictions","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"water-roads-and-snow","name":"Water, sewer, roads and snow"},"owner":"shared","owner_label":"More than one level of government","owner_body":null,"short_answer":"Yes. Stage 1 restrictions start automatically on May 1 each year and end October 15. Metro Vancouver declares Stages 2 to 4. In Maple Ridge in Stage 1, homes with even addresses may water lawns on Saturdays and odd addresses on Sundays. Lawn watering is prohibited in Stage 2 and above.","aliases":["sprinkling ban maple ridge","lawn watering days maple ridge","water restrictions stage 1","lawn watering permit maple ridge","report watering violation"],"cost":"Lawn Watering Permit for a new lawn: $30.90 for a single detached home.","how_long":"A new-lawn permit lasts 21 days and may be extended once, to at most 42 days.","where":[{"type":"online","label":"Watering Regulations, City of Maple Ridge","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/water-sewer/waterworks/watering-regulations"},{"type":"online","label":"Report a concern","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/report"},{"type":"email","label":"Bylaw Services","value":"Bylaws@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7305"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw 7425-2018 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018"},{"title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Amending Bylaw 8111-2026 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/maple-ridge-drinking-water-conservation-plan-amending-bylaw-8111-2026pdf"}],"related":[],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/water-restrictions/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/water-restrictions/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/water-restrictions/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/water-restrictions/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/water-restrictions/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/water-restrictions/"}],"topic":{"title":"Watering restrictions in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/water-restrictions/"},"facts":{"in_effect":{"label":"When restrictions apply","value":"Stage 1 restrictions start automatically on May 1 each year and end October 15 unless a stage is declared otherwise. Stages 2 to 4 are declared by Metro Vancouver (GVWD Commissioner) and take effect in the City 72 hours after the public announcement. No stage stays in force after October 15 unless the Commissioner declares it. The current stage is not stated in the pages read.","short":"Stage 1: May 1 to October 15; stricter by declaration","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018","title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (PDF)","section":"s. 3.1, 3.2, 3.4","quotes":["If no Restriction Stage is in force on May 1st of any year, Stage 1 Restrictions come into force","comes into force in the City 72 hours after the GVWD","No Restriction Stage remains in force after October 15th of any year, unless the GVWD"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/water-sewer/waterworks/watering-regulations","title":"Watering Regulations, City of Maple Ridge (updated October 22, 2026)","section":"intro","quotes":["Water restrictions typically begin at Stage 1 on May 1, and extend to October 15, unless otherwise noted."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"schedule":{"label":"Sprinkling schedule","value":"Stage 1, homes: lawns may be watered on Saturdays for even-numbered civic addresses and Sundays for odd-numbered ones. Automatic (sprinkler system) watering 5 to 7 a.m.; manual watering 6 to 9 a.m. In Stage 2 and above, lawn watering is prohibited.","short":"Stage 1: even Sat, odd Sun; no lawn watering Stage 2+","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018","title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (PDF)","section":"Schedule 1, Stage 1 and 3","quotes":["Even-numbered civic addresses permitted on Saturdays:","Odd-numbered civic addresses permitted on Sundays:","Automatic watering from 5 am to 7 am","Manual watering from 6 am to 9 am"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/water-sewer/waterworks/watering-regulations","title":"Watering Regulations, City of Maple Ridge (updated October 22, 2026)","section":"Stage 2","quotes":["| Residential | Watering Lawns | Prohibited"]},{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/services/water/water-restrictions","title":"Lawn Watering Restrictions, Metro Vancouver","section":"Stage 1","quotes":["- Residential lawn watering allowed: Even-numbered addresses: Saturdays Odd-numbered addresses: Sundays Automatic watering: 5:00 am - 7:00 am","Residential lawn watering allowed: Even-numbered addresses: Saturdays Odd-numbered addresses: Sundays Automatic watering: 5:00 am - 7:00 am Manual watering: 6:00 am - 9:00 am"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"exempt_watering":{"label":"Allowed at any time","value":"Edible plants (vegetables, herbs, berries) may be watered at any time in every stage; the bylaw schedule says so for Stage 4, though the City page says all activities are prohibited in Stage 4. Trees, shrubs and flowers: sprinkler any day 5 to 9 a.m. (Stages 1 and 2); handheld hose, container or drip irrigation any time, plus soaker hose in Stages 1 and 2; prohibited in Stage 4.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018","title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (PDF)","section":"Schedule 1, Stage 1 and 3","quotes":["Watering edible plants. No restriction. At any time.","On any day from 5 am to 9 am if using a sprinkler","On any day at any time if using a handheld hose,","soaker hose, water container, or drip irrigation","Watering trees, shrubs, and flowers. Prohibited."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/water-sewer/waterworks/watering-regulations","title":"Watering Regulations, City of Maple Ridge (updated October 22, 2026)","section":"Stage 4","quotes":["All activities prohibited in Emergency Stage 4."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"Drip irrigation is excluded from the bylaw's definition of 'Watering' (s. 2.1). Hoses must have an automatic shut-off device (s. 6.1)."},"new_lawns":{"label":"New lawns","value":"A 'Lawn Watering Permit - New Lawn' (new sod, seed or landscaping) or 'Natural Pest Control' (nematodes for chafer beetle) lets you water outside the restricted times. The new-lawn permit lasts 21 days and may be extended once, to at most 42 days. $30.90 for a single detached home. No new permits in Stage 2; permits are void in Stage 3.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018","title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (PDF)","section":"Part 5, s. 5.1, 5.5-5.7","quotes":["may apply to the Engineer for a 'Lawn Watering Permit - New Lawn'","shall expire and be of no force or effect 21 days","such extension shall end on or before 42 days from the date of issue","must not be issued, renewed, or extended;"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","section":"Watering and Sprinkling Fees","quotes":["Newly Seeded Lawns or Landscaping sprinkling permit for single detached $30.90"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Bylaw notice: $250 ($200 early, $300 late) for hose, runoff and Part 1 watering offences; $450 ($400, $500) for Part 2 watering. Municipal ticket: $250 for the general rules; watering $250, $500, $750 or $1,000 (Parts 1 to 4). The City says fines start at $450 in Stage 2 and are $750 in Stage 3. Court: $3,000 to $10,000.","short":"Notice $250 ($200 early); ticket $250","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Part 11","quotes":["Unauthorized Watering $250 $200 $300 No","Unauthorized Watering $450 $400 $500 No","7425-2018 6.1 No automatic shut off device $250 $200 $300 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 7","quotes":["Unauthorized Watering Schedule 1, Part 1 $250","Unauthorized Watering Schedule 1, Part 4 $1000"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018","title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (PDF)","section":"s. 7.6","quotes":["not more than $10,000 and not less than $3,000"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/water-sewer/waterworks/watering-regulations","title":"Watering Regulations, City of Maple Ridge (updated October 22, 2026)","section":"Enforcement & Compliance","quotes":["During Stage 3, no further warnings will be provided and fines for non-compliance are $750 per offence"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Maple Ridge Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (amended by Nos. 7831-2022, 8068-2025 and 8111-2026); stages are declared by Metro Vancouver","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018","title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (PDF)","section":"citation","quotes":["Maple Ridge Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-","2. Maple Ridge Drinking Water Conservation Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7831-2022"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the [Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018), Stage 1 restrictions start automatically on May 1 each year and end October 15 unless a stage is declared otherwise. Stages 2 to 4 are declared by Metro Vancouver (GVWD Commissioner) and take effect in the City 72 hours after the public announcement. No stage stays in force after October 15 unless the Commissioner declares it. The Engineer may also impose extra temporary restrictions. Check the City's Watering Regulations page for the stage now in effect.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Stage 1, homes: lawns may be watered on Saturdays for even-numbered civic addresses and Sundays for odd-numbered ones. Automatic (sprinkler system) watering is 5 to 7 a.m.; manual watering is 6 to 9 a.m. Lawn watering is prohibited in Stages 2, 3 and 4.\n- Non-residential properties and mixed-use buildings follow different days: even addresses Monday, odd Tuesday; automatic watering 4 to 6 a.m.\n- Edible plants (vegetables, herbs, berries) may be watered at any time in every stage, according to the bylaw schedule, including Stage 4. The City page says all activities are prohibited in Stage 4, so confirm with the City.\n- Trees, shrubs and flowers: sprinkler any day 5 to 9 a.m. (Stages 1 and 2); handheld hose, container or drip irrigation any time, plus soaker hose in Stages 1 and 2; prohibited in Stage 4. Hoses must have an automatic shut-off device.\n- New lawn: a \"Lawn Watering Permit - New Lawn\" (new sod, seed or landscaping) lets you water outside the restricted times. It costs $30.90 for a single detached home, plus $30.90 for each dwelling unit in a multiple residential development, to a maximum of $154.50. No new permits in Stage 2; permits are void in Stage 3. A \"Natural Pest Control\" permit (nematodes for chafer beetle) cannot be renewed.\n- Fines: a bylaw notice is $250 ($200 early, $300 late) for hose, runoff and Part 1 watering offences, and $450 ($400, $500) for Part 2 watering. A municipal ticket is $250 for the general rules and $250, $500, $750 or $1,000 for watering (Parts 1 to 4). The City says fines start at $450 in Stage 2 and are $750 in Stage 3. In court: $3,000 to $10,000.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/drinking-water-conservation-plan-bylaw-no-7425-2018","title":"Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw No. 7425-2018 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/water-sewer/waterworks/watering-regulations","title":"Watering Regulations, City of Maple Ridge (updated October 22, 2026)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://metrovancouver.org/services/water/water-restrictions","title":"Lawn Watering Restrictions, Metro Vancouver","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/water-restrictions/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/water-restrictions.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/water-restrictions.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge dog licences: fees and how to get one","question":"How do I get a dog licence, and what does it cost?","slug":"dog-licence","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"pets-and-wildlife","name":"Pets, animals and wildlife"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Every dog kept in Maple Ridge needs a current City licence, except a dog under four months old. For a spayed or neutered dog the fee is $25 if paid by January 31 and $41 after that; for an unaltered dog it is $52 or $68. Email the application to Dogs@MapleRidge.ca.","aliases":["dog license maple ridge","dog tag maple ridge","renew dog licence maple ridge","how much is a dog licence"],"cost":"Altered dog: $25 if paid by January 31, $41 from February 1 to December 31 (seniors 65+ $12.50 or $20.50). Unaltered dog: $52 or $68 (seniors $26 or $34). Aggressive dog: $200 or $270. Replacement tag or transfer: $5. Guide dogs: fees waived.","how_long":"Licences expire December 31 each year. The City mails renewal notices in December.","where":[{"type":"email","label":"Send your application to Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"Dogs@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety (renewal payment by phone, press 3)","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"in_person","label":"City Hall (pay a renewal in person)","value":"11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9"}],"documents":["Completed dog licence application form","Veterinarian's proof of spay or neuter, for the altered-dog fee"],"forms":[{"title":"Dog licence application form","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/dog-licence-application"},{"title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services (City page)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control"},{"title":"Schedule A, fees and charges (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/anmlctrlscheda201309241341477252"}],"related":[{"slug":"how-many-pets","title":"How many dogs or cats you can keep in Maple Ridge","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/how-many-pets/"},{"slug":"dog-leash-rules","title":"Maple Ridge dog leash rules and off-leash areas","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-leash-rules/"},{"slug":"dangerous-dogs","title":"Maple Ridge rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dangerous-dogs/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/dog-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/dog-licence/"}],"topic":{"title":"Dog licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-licence/"},"facts":{"required":{"label":"Licence required","value":"Yes. Every dog kept in Maple Ridge needs a current licence, except a dog under four months old (and dogs kept at the animal control facility, pet stores, vet clinics or pet care establishments). Licences cannot be issued to anyone under 18.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 6.2.1, 6.2.10, 6.4.1","quotes":["No Owner shall Keep a dog, or permit a dog to be kept, in the District unless a current valid dog licence has been obtained from the District for that dog.","No dog licence shall be issued to or in the name of any person under the age of eighteen (18) years.","A dog established by the Owner to be under the age of four (4) months"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Apply for a licence","quotes":["All dogs over four (4) months of age must be licensed every year with the City of Maple Ridge."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"issued_by":{"label":"Issued by","value":"The City of Maple Ridge, through its Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety department.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Animal Control & Licensing Services","quotes":["services are provided by the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety department"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee_altered":{"label":"Fee, spayed or neutered","value":"$25 if paid by January 31; $41 from February 1 to December 31. Seniors (65+) pay $12.50 or $20.50. Proof of spaying or neutering from a veterinarian is required.","short":"$25 by January 31 ($41 after)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/anmlctrlscheda201309241341477252","title":"Schedule A, Fees and Charges, Bylaw 6908-2012","section":"Schedule A, s. 1(c), (d)","quotes":["(c) Altered Dog $25.00 $41.00","Altered Dog $12.50 $20.50"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"How Much Does a Dog Licence Cost?","quotes":["On or before January 31 of the current year, an altered dog licence is $25.00, or if you're a senior (65+) the cost is $12.50.","you must provide a document of verification from your veterinarian"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee_unaltered":{"label":"Fee, not spayed or neutered","value":"$52 if paid by January 31; $68 from February 1 to December 31. Seniors (65+) pay $26 or $34. A $27 rebate applies to the standard (non-senior) unaltered licence if a vet's spay/neuter proof is given later in the same calendar year.","short":"$52 by January 31 ($68 from February 1)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/anmlctrlscheda201309241341477252","title":"Schedule A, Fees and Charges, Bylaw 6908-2012","section":"Schedule A, s. 1(a), (b), s. 2","quotes":["(a) Unaltered Dog $52.00 $68.00","qualifies for a rebate of $27.00","A Dog that is licenced under section 1 (a) qualifies for a rebate of $27.00"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"How Much Does a Dog Licence Cost?","quotes":["If your dog is unaltered, the licence cost is $52.00, or if you're a senior the cost is $26.00."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"other_fees":{"label":"Other fees and discounts","value":"Aggressive dog licence $200 (to January 31) or $270. Dog acquired on or after July 1 and licensed within 30 days: $12.50 altered or $26 unaltered, with proof. $5 for a replacement tag or a transfer of owner, dog or district. Guide dogs: fees waived.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/anmlctrlscheda201309241341477252","title":"Schedule A, Fees and Charges, Bylaw 6908-2012","section":"Schedule A, s. 1(e), 3, 4","quotes":["(e) Aggressive Dog $200.00 $270.00","may qualify for a licence fee of $12.50 for an Altered Dog","A fee of $5.00 will be charged for:","replacing a lost Dog tag;"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 6.2.11","quotes":["Dogs used as a guide animal pursuant to the Guide Animal Act are exempt from the licencing fees."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"renewal":{"label":"Renewal","value":"Licences expire December 31 each year. The City mails renewal notices in December; paying by January 31 gets the lower fee.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 6.2.9","quotes":["expires on the thirty first (31) day of December in the year it was issued"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"How to Renew","quotes":["the City will mail out a dog licence renewal notice in December each year.","A discount is available if the renewal is paid by January 31."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"how_to_get":{"label":"How to get one","value":"New licence: download the application form and email it to Dogs@MapleRidge.ca or fax 604-467-7445; applications cannot be submitted online. The City then emails an account number so you can pay online. Renew online (Visa/MasterCard), by phone at 604-467-7305 (press 3), or in person at City Hall.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Apply / Renew","quotes":["Unfortunately at this time, applications can not be submitted online.","please email it to the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety department at Dogs@MapleRidge.ca or fax it to us at 604-467-7445","by calling our Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety office at 604-467-7305, press 3"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine_unlicensed":{"label":"Fine, unlicensed dog","value":"Bylaw notice: $150 ($100 within 14 days, $200 after 28 days). Municipal ticket: $100.","short":"Notice $150 ($100 if paid in 14 days); ticket $100","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Part 1","quotes":["6908-2012 6.2.1 Fail to obtain licence $150 $100 $200 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 2","quotes":["Fail to obtain licence 6.2.1 $100"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (fees in its Schedule A)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"title","quotes":["Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":9,"stated":9,"matched":9,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the [Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012), every dog kept in Maple Ridge needs a current licence from the City. A dog under four months old is exempt, as are dogs kept at the animal control facility, pet stores, vet clinics and pet care establishments. No licence can be issued to anyone under 18. The City's Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety department issues licences.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Download the dog licence application form from the City's page.\n2. Email it to Dogs@MapleRidge.ca, or fax it to 604-467-7445. Applications cannot be submitted online.\n3. For the altered fee, include a veterinarian's proof of spaying or neutering.\n4. The City emails you an account number. Pay online by Visa or MasterCard.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Renewals: pay online, by phone at 604-467-7305 (press 3), or in person at City Hall. Paying by January 31 gets the lower fee.\n- A $27 rebate applies to the standard unaltered licence if you give a vet's spay or neuter proof later in the same calendar year.\n- A dog acquired on or after July 1 and licensed within 30 days costs $12.50 (altered) or $26 (unaltered), with proof.\n- A replacement tag, or a transfer of owner, dog or district, is $5.\n- An unlicensed dog: a bylaw notice is $150 ($100 within 14 days, $200 after 28 days); a municipal ticket is $100.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/anmlctrlscheda201309241341477252","title":"Schedule A, Fees and Charges, Bylaw 6908-2012","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 9 of 9 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-licence/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-licence.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-licence.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge dog leash rules and off-leash areas","question":"Where can dogs be off leash, and what are the leash rules?","slug":"dog-leash-rules","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"pets-and-wildlife","name":"Pets, animals and wildlife"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge a dog off its owner's property must be on a leash and under the owner's immediate and effective control. In parks, dogs must be leashed unless the area is designated and posted as off-leash. The City lists six off-leash parks, including Jerry Sulina Park and Albion Fairgrounds.","aliases":["dog off leash park maple ridge","dog park maple ridge","are dogs allowed in parks maple ridge"],"cost":"A dog at large is a $150 bylaw notice ($100 within 14 days, $200 after 28 days) or a $100 municipal ticket.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Report an off-leash dog (Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety)","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"online","label":"Report a concern","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/report-concern"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Dogs in Parks (City page)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/art-parks-rec/parks-trails/dogs-parks"},{"title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012"}],"related":[{"slug":"dog-licence","title":"Maple Ridge dog licences: fees and how to get one","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-licence/"},{"slug":"dangerous-dogs","title":"Maple Ridge rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dangerous-dogs/"},{"slug":"how-many-pets","title":"How many dogs or cats you can keep in Maple Ridge","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/how-many-pets/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/dog-leash-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/dog-leash-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/dog-leash-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/dog-leash-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/dog-leash-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/dog-leash-rules/"}],"topic":{"title":"Dog leash rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-leash-rules/"},"facts":{"leash_rule":{"label":"Leash rule","value":"Off the owner's property a dog must be on a leash and in the owner's immediate and effective control; a dog at large is an offence. In parks, no unleashed dog unless the area is designated and posted as off-leash.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 7.1.1 and definition of At Large","quotes":["in a place other than the premises of the Owner while not on a leash and in the immediate and effective control of the Owner;","shall not allow or permit that animal to be At Large."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"FAQ","quotes":["The City's Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw states that a dog must be on leash at all times while off its property."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/public-places-parks-and-recreation-facilities-regulation-bylaw-no-7854-2022","title":"Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022","section":"s. 12.1.1","quotes":["unless the Park or area of the Park is designated and posted as an off- leash area;"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"leash_length":{"label":"Maximum leash length","value":null,"status":"none","note":"The bylaw sets no general maximum leash length.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012"}]},"off_leash_areas":{"label":"Off-leash areas","value":"Designated, signed off-leash parks listed by the City: Beckett Park, Albion Fairgrounds, Maple Ridge Upper Park, Hammond Dog Off-Leash Area, Westview Park and Jerry Sulina Park. Up to three dogs per owner, under immediate control. The list is on the City's Dogs in Parks page.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/art-parks-rec/parks-trails/dogs-parks","title":"Dogs in Parks, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Off-Leash Dog Parks","quotes":["Off-Leash Dog Parks","a new urban dog park was developed in Beckett Park at 11683 223 St."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"Schedule C","quotes":["Jerry Sulina Park (13200 210 St)","a maximum of three (3) Dogs per Owner are permitted off leash and under immediate control of an Owner."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"dogs_not_allowed":{"label":"Places dogs are not allowed","value":"Dogs are banned in, on or within 5 m of playgrounds, sports fields, municipal golf courses, tennis or basketball courts, wading pools, swimming beaches, food service areas or concessions, picnic eating areas and shelters, and municipal and public buildings (including daycares and recreation centres), and in Haney Wharf Park.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"Schedule B (s. 6.5.1(a))","quotes":["Pursuant to section 6.5.1(a), Dogs are prohibited in the following areas:","In, on, or within 5 meters of:","2. Haney Wharf Park"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/public-places-parks-and-recreation-facilities-regulation-bylaw-no-7854-2022","title":"Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022","section":"s. 12.1.3","quotes":["Permit a dog or other animal on or within five (5) metres of any playing field, sports surface,"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"clean_up":{"label":"Cleaning up","value":"The owner must immediately remove the animal's excrement from any place other than the owner's property and dispose of it in a sanitary manner.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 7.2.1","quotes":["the Owner shall immediately remove the excrement and dispose of it in a sanitary manner."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/art-parks-rec/parks-trails/dogs-parks","title":"Dogs in Parks, City of Maple Ridge","section":"intro","quotes":["Dog owners are required to pick up after their pets and to dispose of their waste responsibly."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine_at_large":{"label":"Fine, dog at large or off leash","value":"Animal at-large (dogs and other animals except cats): bylaw notice $150 ($100 within 14 days, $200 after 28 days). Municipal ticket: $100.","short":"Notice $150 ($100 if paid in 14 days); ticket $100","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020","section":"Schedule A, Part 1","quotes":["6908-2012 7.1.1 Animal at-large $150 $100 $200 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 2","quotes":["Animal at-large 7.1.1 $100"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (parks: Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022, s. 12.1)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"title","quotes":["Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/public-places-parks-and-recreation-facilities-regulation-bylaw-no-7854-2022","title":"Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022","section":"title","quotes":["Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":7,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":1,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nThe [Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012) says that off the owner's property a dog must be on a leash and in the owner's immediate and effective control. A dog at large is an offence. In City parks, the [Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/public-places-parks-and-recreation-facilities-regulation-bylaw-no-7854-2022) bars unleashed dogs unless the area is designated and posted as off-leash.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Off-leash parks on the City's Dogs in Parks page: Beckett Park, Albion Fairgrounds, Maple Ridge Upper Park, Hammond Dog Off-Leash Area, Westview Park and Jerry Sulina Park. Up to three dogs per owner, under immediate control.\n- The bylaw sets no general maximum leash length. A 1.5 m maximum applies only to leashes for dangerous animals and aggressive dogs.\n- Dogs are banned in, on or within 5 m of playgrounds, sports fields, municipal golf courses, tennis or basketball courts, wading pools, swimming beaches, food service areas or concessions, picnic eating areas and shelters, and municipal and public buildings (including daycares and recreation centres). They are also banned in Haney Wharf Park.\n- The owner must immediately remove the dog's excrement from any place other than the owner's property and dispose of it in a sanitary manner.\n- A dog at large: a bylaw notice is $150; a municipal ticket is $100.\n- To report a dog off leash, call 604-467-7305.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/public-places-parks-and-recreation-facilities-regulation-bylaw-no-7854-2022","title":"Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/art-parks-rec/parks-trails/dogs-parks","title":"Dogs in Parks, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 1 is recorded as not set."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-leash-rules/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-leash-rules.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-leash-rules.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs","question":"What are the rules for aggressive or dangerous dogs?","slug":"dangerous-dogs","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"pets-and-wildlife","name":"Pets, animals and wildlife"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge, a dog that has attacked, bitten or injured a person or domestic animal, or aggressively pursued one, is an \"aggressive dog\" under the Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw. Owners must confine and muzzle it, post signs and microchip or tattoo it. The licence costs $200 or $270.","aliases":["aggressive dog maple ridge","dog bite rules maple ridge","dangerous dog bylaw","muzzle dog maple ridge"],"cost":"Aggressive dog licence $200 if paid by January 31, $270 from February 1. Impound fee for a dangerous or aggressive dog: $500 first time, $1,000 second time.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"phone","label":"Ridge Meadows RCMP non-emergency","value":"604-463-6251"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Dog incident statement","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/dog-incident-statement"},{"title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012"}],"related":[{"slug":"dog-licence","title":"Maple Ridge dog licences: fees and how to get one","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-licence/"},{"slug":"dog-leash-rules","title":"Maple Ridge dog leash rules and off-leash areas","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-leash-rules/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/dangerous-dogs/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/dangerous-dogs/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/dangerous-dogs/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/dangerous-dogs/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/dangerous-dogs/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/dangerous-dogs/"}],"topic":{"title":"Dangerous dog rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dangerous-dogs/"},"facts":{"how_declared":{"label":"How a dog is declared dangerous or aggressive","value":"Aggressive Dog: one that has attacked, bitten or injured a person (or shown a tendency to), bitten, killed or injured a domestic animal, or aggressively pursued or harassed a person or animal. Dangerous Animal: by District, SPCA or RCMP records or the owner's knowledge, has killed or injured a person or pet or, unprovoked, harassed a person.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 4.1 definitions","quotes":["a dog that has attacked, bitten or caused injury to a person or has","a dog that has bitten, killed or caused injury to a domestic animal; or","a dog that has aggressively pursued or harassed a person or domestic","according to the records of the District, including the SPCA or the","demonstrated a propensity, tendency or disposition to do so","a dog with a known propensity to attack or injure a person without"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"owner_rules":{"label":"Rules for owners","value":"Keep the dog indoors, in an enclosure (1.8 m high, solid floor, mesh sides and roof) or on a leash of 1.5 m or less held by a competent adult; an enclosure must also be built on the property. Muzzle in public. Microchip or tattoo an aggressive dog. Post warning signs. Tell an officer within 3 days if it dies or is moved or sold, and at once if at large.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 7.7.1, 7.7.2, definition of Enclosure","quotes":["on a leash or tether no more than 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) in length","shall ensure that the animal wears a Muzzle while in a Public Place.","shall tattoo or implant an electronic","shall post warning signs which give clear notice","within three (3) days should the","“Enclosure” means a structure at least 1.8 metres (5.9 feet) in height having a solid","shall build an enclosure on their property as defined by this bylaw"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee":{"label":"Licence fee","value":"Aggressive dog licence: $200 if paid by January 31; $270 from February 1 (no senior discount listed).","short":"$200 if paid by January 31 ($270 from February 1)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/anmlctrlscheda201309241341477252","title":"Schedule A, Fees and Charges, Bylaw 6908-2012","section":"Schedule A, s. 1(e)","quotes":["(e) Aggressive Dog $200.00 $270.00"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Annual Licensing and Renewal Fees","quotes":["| Altered (Senior Owner Discount) | $12.50 | $20.50 | Aggressive | $200.00 | $270.00 | Once fees have been paid, a dog licence is valid until the end of the current calendar year | |"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"report":{"label":"How to report","value":"Complete the City's dog incident statement form and return it to the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety Department (604-467-7305, email or fax), or call the Ridge Meadows RCMP non-emergency line at 604-463-6251.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Dog Attacks (including bites)","quotes":["Please complete our dog incident statement form and return it to the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety Department at 604-467-7305 or via email or contact the Ridge Meadows RCMP non-emergency number at 604-463-6251."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Bylaw notice: confine aggressive dog indoors $450; muzzle $300; warning signs $300; enclosure $300; fail to notify when at large $300; tattoo $200; leash over 1.5 m $150. Municipal ticket: $500, $300, $300, $300, $300, $200 and $100.","short":"Notice $150 to $450; ticket $100 to $500","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020","section":"Schedule A, Part 1","quotes":["6908-2012 7.7.1(a) $450 $400 $500 No","6908-2012 7.7.2(a) $300 $250 $350 No","6908-2012 7.7.1(d) Leash more than 1.5 m. $150 $100 $200 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 2","quotes":["Fail to confine an aggressive dog indoors 7.7.1(a) $500","Fail to muzzle an aggressive dog 7.7.2(a) $300","Leash more than 1.5 m. 7.7.1(d) $100"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (s. 7.7)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"title","quotes":["Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nThe [Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012) defines an \"Aggressive Dog\" as one that has attacked, bitten or injured a person (or shown a tendency to), bitten, killed or injured a domestic animal, or aggressively pursued or harassed a person or animal. A \"Dangerous Animal\" is one that, by District, SPCA or RCMP records or the owner's knowledge, has killed or injured a person or pet or, unprovoked, harassed a person. The bylaw does not say who formally decides a dog is aggressive.\n\n## Owner rules\n\n1. Keep the dog indoors, in an enclosure (1.8 m high, solid floor, mesh sides and roof, built on the property), or on a leash of 1.5 m or less held by a competent adult.\n2. Muzzle the dog in public.\n3. Microchip or tattoo the dog.\n4. Post warning signs.\n5. Tell an officer within 3 days if the dog dies or is moved or sold, and at once if it is at large.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- A licensed dog that becomes aggressive: produce its licence within 14 days. The Inspector may revoke the licence.\n- Bylaw notice amounts: confining the dog indoors $450; muzzle $300; warning signs $300; enclosure $300; failing to notify when it is at large $300; tattoo $200; leash over 1.5 m $150. Municipal ticket amounts for the same offences, in that order: $500, $300, $300, $300, $300, $200 and $100.\n- To report an attack or bite, return the City's dog incident statement form to the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety Department (604-467-7305, email or fax), or call the Ridge Meadows RCMP non-emergency line at 604-463-6251.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/anmlctrlscheda201309241341477252","title":"Schedule A, Fees and Charges, Bylaw 6908-2012","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/animal-control","title":"Animal Control and Licensing Services, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dangerous-dogs/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dangerous-dogs.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dangerous-dogs.json"}},{"title":"How many dogs or cats you can keep in Maple Ridge","question":"How many dogs or cats can I keep?","slug":"how-many-pets","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"pets-and-wildlife","name":"Pets, animals and wildlife"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Maple Ridge allows no more than three dogs on a parcel, and no more than six weaned, altered (spayed or neutered) cats. A dog under four months old does not count. The bylaw does not say how many unaltered cats are allowed.","aliases":["dog limit maple ridge","cat limit maple ridge","how many dogs can i have","kennel maple ridge"],"cost":"More than three dogs, or more than six cats: a $150 bylaw notice ($100 within 14 days, $200 after 28 days) or a $100 municipal ticket.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"email","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"Bylaws@MapleRidge.ca"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012"}],"related":[{"slug":"dog-licence","title":"Maple Ridge dog licences: fees and how to get one","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-licence/"},{"slug":"backyard-chickens","title":"Maple Ridge backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-chickens/"},{"slug":"dog-leash-rules","title":"Maple Ridge dog leash rules and off-leash areas","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-leash-rules/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/how-many-pets/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/how-many-pets/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/how-many-pets/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/how-many-pets/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/how-many-pets/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/how-many-pets/"}],"topic":{"title":"Dog and cat limits in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/how-many-pets/"},"facts":{"dog_limit":{"label":"Dogs allowed","value":"No more than 3 dogs on any parcel. A dog under four months old does not count.","short":"Max 3 dogs","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 6.1.1, 6.4.1","quotes":["No Owner shall Keep, or permit to be kept, more than three (3) dogs on any","A dog established by the Owner to be under the age of four (4) months"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"cat_limit":{"label":"Cats allowed","value":"No more than six (6) weaned altered (spayed or neutered) cats on any one parcel.","short":"Max six cats","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 10.1.1","quotes":["more than six (6) weaned Altered Cats on any one parcel"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"other_limits":{"label":"Other animal limits","value":"No one may walk more than three dogs in a public place at one time. Livestock may be kept only as the Zoning Bylaw permits. Hobby beekeeping is limited to two hives per lot.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 6.5.1(c), 11.1.1","quotes":["walk more than three (3) Dogs in any Public Place at any one time.","No Owner shall Keep or permit to be kept Livestock except as permitted"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019","section":"s. 402.13","quotes":["a maximum of two (2) bee hives per Lot shall be permitted;"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"exceptions":{"label":"Exceptions","value":"The dog limit does not apply at the Animal Control Facility or in a lawfully licenced pet store, veterinary clinic, pet care establishment, commercial kennel or hobby kennel. The cat limit has the same exceptions except kennels. Dogs under four months old do not count.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 6.1.1, 10.1.1, 6.4.1","quotes":["except at the Animal Control Facility, or in the lawful and licenced","operation of a Pet store, veterinary medical clinic, or Pet care","A dog established by the Owner to be under the age of four (4) months"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Bylaw notice: more than 3 dogs $150 and more than six cats $150 (each $100 within 14 days, $200 after 28 days). Municipal ticket: $100 for each.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020","section":"Schedule A, Part 1","quotes":["6908-2012 6.1.1 More than 3 dogs $150 $100 $200 Yes","6908-2012 10.1.1 More than six cats $150 $100 $200 Yes"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 2","quotes":["More than 3 dogs 6.1.1 $100","More than six cats 10.1.1 $100"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (dogs s. 6.1, cats s. 10.1)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"title","quotes":["Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the [Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012), no more than three dogs may be kept on any parcel, and no more than six weaned altered cats. A dog under four months old does not count toward the limit.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- The dog limit does not apply at the Animal Control Facility or in a lawfully licenced pet store, veterinary clinic, pet care establishment, commercial kennel or hobby kennel. The cat limit has the same exceptions except kennels.\n- The bylaw text says nothing about how many unaltered cats you may keep. Ask the department.\n- No one may walk more than three dogs in a public place at one time.\n- Livestock may be kept only as the Zoning Bylaw permits. See the backyard chickens answer.\n- Hobby beekeeping is limited to two hives per lot under the [Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019).\n- Penalty for more than three dogs or more than six cats: a bylaw notice is $150 for each; a municipal ticket is $100 for each.\n- To ask about a higher limit, call 604-467-7305.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/bylaw-notice-ticket","title":"Bylaw Notice (Ticket), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/how-many-pets/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/how-many-pets.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/how-many-pets.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules","question":"Can I keep chickens, bees, or other livestock?","slug":"backyard-chickens","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"pets-and-wildlife","name":"Pets, animals and wildlife"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge, hens are an \"agricultural\" use. They are allowed only on lots of 0.4 hectares (1 acre) or more, in the RS-3 and agricultural zones, and in RS-1 or RS-2 only if the lot is in the Agricultural Land Reserve. No separate hen rules were found. Up to two bee hives are allowed.","aliases":["backyard hens maple ridge","keep chickens maple ridge","beekeeping maple ridge","livestock zoning maple ridge"],"cost":null,"how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"email","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"Bylaws@MapleRidge.ca"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019"},{"title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012"}],"related":[{"slug":"how-many-pets","title":"How many dogs or cats you can keep in Maple Ridge","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/how-many-pets/"},{"slug":"dog-licence","title":"Maple Ridge dog licences: fees and how to get one","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/dog-licence/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/backyard-chickens/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/backyard-chickens/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/backyard-chickens/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/backyard-chickens/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/backyard-chickens/"},{"place":"ca/bc/belcarra","name":"Belcarra","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/belcarra/backyard-chickens/"}],"topic":{"title":"Backyard chicken rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-chickens/"},"facts":{"hens_allowed":{"label":"Hens allowed","value":"Chickens are an 'Agricultural' use: only on lots of 0.4 ha (1 acre) or more, in RS-3 and the A zones, and in RS-1 or RS-2 only if the lot is in the Agricultural Land Reserve (the Zoning Bylaw also accepts lots designated Agricultural in the OCP). No separate hen rules were found.","short":"Only lots of 0.4 ha or more (RS-3, A zones)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019","section":"definition of Agricultural; s. 605.11, 610.11, 611.11","quotes":["poultry; pigeons; doves; bees; and other animals or birds.","shall not be permitted on a Lot of less than 0.4 hectares; and","shall not be permitted on a Lot unless the Lot is within the Agricultural Land Reserve"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","section":"FAQ","quotes":["This is an agricultural use permitted on a property .4 ha (1 acre) or more.","This is permitted on lands zoned RS-1 and RS-2 if they are designated Agricultural Land Reserve."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"max_hens":{"label":"Most hens","value":null,"status":"unknown","reason":"not_found","sources":[]},"roosters":{"label":"Roosters","value":null,"status":"unknown","reason":"not_found","sources":[]},"coop_rules":{"label":"Coop rules","value":"Buildings and structures that involve keeping poultry must be at least 60 m from the front and exterior side lot lines, 30 m from the rear and interior side lot lines, 30 m from wells and 30 m from the face of a residential building.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019","section":"s. 610.7 (same numbers in RS-1, RS-3, A-1, A-2, A-3)","quotes":["The minimum Setbacks for Buildings and Structures that involve mushroom growing, or the keeping of swine or poultry shall be not less than:","a. from a Front Lot Line 60.0 metres","d. from an Exterior Side Lot Line 60.0 metres","e. from all wells 30.0 metres"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"registration":{"label":"Permit or registration","value":null,"status":"unknown","reason":"not_found","sources":[]},"bees":{"label":"Bees","value":"Hobby beekeeping is an accessory use in the RS-1, RS-1a to RS-1d, RS-2, RS-3 and SRS zones: up to two hives per lot, behind the principal residential building, entrance facing the centre of the lot, and behind a solid fence or hedge at least 2 m high (extending 6 m past the hive each way) or raised 2.5 m. Hives must be inaccessible to wildlife.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019","section":"s. 402.13","quotes":["a maximum of two (2) bee hives per Lot shall be permitted;","shall be oriented with the hive entrance facing toward the centre of the","the hive shall be raised a minimum of 2.5 metres above the Finished","b. Boarding; c. Detached Garden Suite Residential; d. Hobby Beekeeping; e. Home Occupation;"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/wildlife-and-vector-control-consolidated-bylaw-no-7437-2018","title":"Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437-2018 (consolidated)","section":"s. 4.5.3","quotes":["bee hives are inaccessible to Wildlife;"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"other_livestock":{"label":"Other livestock","value":"Livestock, which includes horses, swine, sheep, goats, llamas, alpacas, cattle and birds such as chickens, turkeys, ducks and geese, may be kept only as the Zoning Bylaw permits (Agricultural use, lots of 0.4 ha or more in the zones above). Livestock may not stray onto highways, public places or other private land.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"s. 11.1.1, 11.1.2, definition of Livestock","quotes":["No Owner shall Keep or permit to be kept Livestock except as permitted","i) a horse, mule, ass, swine, emu, ostrich, llama, alpaca, sheep or goat;","animals of the avian species including chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019; Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012; Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437-2018 (bee hives)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019","section":"title","quotes":["CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE ZONING BYLAW NO. 7600-2019"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","section":"title","quotes":["Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/wildlife-and-vector-control-consolidated-bylaw-no-7437-2018","title":"Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437-2018 (consolidated)","section":"title","quotes":["Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437 - 2018"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":8,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":3},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nMaple Ridge has no separate backyard-hen bylaw. Under the [Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019), chickens are an \"Agricultural\" use. That use is allowed only on lots of 0.4 ha (1 acre) or more, in the RS-3 zone and the A zones. In RS-1 or RS-2 it is allowed only if the lot is in the Agricultural Land Reserve (the Zoning Bylaw also accepts lots designated Agricultural in the Official Community Plan). The City's Bylaw Enforcement FAQ names the same zones.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Number of hens: the Zoning Bylaw and the Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw set no limit that we found.\n- Roosters: neither bylaw mentions them. The Noise Control Bylaw bans animal or bird noise that disturbs the neighbourhood.\n- Permit: no permit, licence or registration for hens was found.\n- Coops: buildings and structures that involve keeping poultry must be at least 60 m from the front and exterior side lot lines, 30 m from the rear and interior side lot lines, 30 m from wells and 30 m from the face of a residential building. No coop size rule was found.\n- Other livestock (horses, swine, sheep, goats, llamas, alpacas, cattle, and birds such as turkeys, ducks and geese) may be kept only as the Zoning Bylaw permits. Livestock may not stray onto highways, public places or other private land. Rules for ducks and rabbits on residential lots were not found. Impounded poultry costs $10 per day.\n- Bees: hobby beekeeping is allowed in the RS-1, RS-1a to RS-1d, RS-2, RS-3 and SRS zones. Up to two hives per lot, behind the principal residential building, entrance facing the centre of the lot, behind a solid fence or hedge at least 2 m high (extending 6 m past the hive each way) or raised 2.5 m. Hives must be inaccessible to wildlife under the Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437-2018.\n- Questions: call 604-467-7305.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/wildlife-and-vector-control-consolidated-bylaw-no-7437-2018","title":"Wildlife and Vector Control Bylaw No. 7437-2018 (consolidated)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/animal-control-and-licencing-bylaw-no-6908-2012","title":"Animal Control and Licencing Bylaw No. 6908-2012","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 8 facts was matched to the official text; 3 could not be confirmed."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-chickens/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-chickens.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-chickens.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge RV, boat and trailer parking rules","question":"Can I park an RV, boat, or trailer on the street or in my yard?","slug":"rv-boat-trailer-parking","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"parking-and-driving","name":"Parking, tickets and driving"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge, an RV, boat or trailer on a residential lot must be entirely on the lot, with no more than one in the front yard and on the driveway, and licensed to the owner, occupier or a relative living there. On a street, a trailer must be attached to a vehicle that can tow it. No one may live in an RV.","aliases":["park rv on my property maple ridge","boat storage residential maple ridge","camper trailer street parking","recreational vehicle bylaw maple ridge"],"cost":"Bylaw notice: RV rule broken on a lot $450; unattached trailer on a street $100 ($75 within 14 days, $125 after 28 days); over 72 hours $75. Municipal tickets are $500, $100 and $75.","how_long":"No vehicle may be parked on a street more than 72 hours in a row without moving.","where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"email","label":"Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety","value":"Bylaws@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"online","label":"Submit a bylaw complaint or question","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/form/bylaw-complaint-form"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019, section 402.20 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019"},{"title":"Highway and Traffic Bylaw 6704-2009 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/6704-2009-highway-and-traffic"},{"title":"Bylaw Enforcement","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement"}],"related":[],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/rv-boat-trailer-parking/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/rv-boat-trailer-parking/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/rv-boat-trailer-parking/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/rv-boat-trailer-parking/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/rv-boat-trailer-parking/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/rv-boat-trailer-parking/"}],"topic":{"title":"RV, boat and trailer parking rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rv-boat-trailer-parking/"},"facts":{"on_street":{"label":"On the street","value":"A trailer (including a boat or camping trailer) may not be parked on a street unless it is attached to a motor vehicle able to tow it. No vehicle may be parked more than 72 hours in a row without moving, and vehicles over 5,500 kg licensed weight may not park on a street or public place from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Vehicles over 18 m long are banned. Usual no-parking rules also apply.","short":"72 hours; unattached trailers not allowed","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/6704-2009-highway-and-traffic","title":"Highway and Traffic Bylaw No. 6704-2009, sections 11, 13 and 25","section":"s. 13.0","quotes":["No trailer designed for occupancy by individuals or for the carriage of goods and","unless it is attached to a motor vehicle"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/6704-2009-highway-and-traffic","title":"Highway and Traffic Bylaw No. 6704-2009, sections 11, 13 and 25","section":"s. 11.1(z), (aa), (bb)","quotes":["upon any highway for a continuous period of time exceeding","72 hours without movement;","Vehicle/Trailer – on a highway or public place between 9 o’clock at night","and 6 o’clock the next morning if the vehicle or trailer has a licenced gross","vehicle weight that exceeds 5500 kgs;"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Highway and Traffic","quotes":["leaving an unhitched trailer or boat on the street"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"on_property":{"label":"On your property","value":"On a residential lot an RV, boat, boat trailer, camping trailer, motor home or similar must be parked entirely on the lot, with no more than one in the front yard and on the driveway, licensed and registered to the owner, occupier or a relative living on the lot, and screened as the bylaw requires. On agricultural lots it must be registered to the owner, occupier or a relative living there.","short":"Must be on lot, max 1 in front yard; licensed to resident","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, sections 401.3, 402.20 and 402.21","section":"s. 402.20(1), (2); definition","quotes":["Recreational Vehicles and Equipment shall not be parked or stored on any Lot Zoned for","a. Recreational Vehicles and Equipment shall be parked or stored entirely on","not more than one (1) Recreational Vehicles and Equipment shall be parked","or stored in the Front Yard and it shall be located on a driveway;","licensed and registered to the","any boat, boat Trailer, cargo Trailer, camping Trailer, motor home, camper, bus, snowmobile, and similar"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"living_in":{"label":"Living in an RV","value":"Not allowed. An RV may not be occupied for any reason while parked or stored on a lot (except in a campground), and no one may live in a motor vehicle, RV or trailer on a street or other public place unless authorized.","short":"No on a lot or public place","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, sections 401.3, 402.20 and 402.21","section":"s. 402.20(3)","quotes":["Recreational Vehicles and Equipment shall not be occupied for any reason while parked or","stored on a Lot, with the exception of Campground Use."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/6704-2009-highway-and-traffic","title":"Highway and Traffic Bylaw No. 6704-2009, sections 11, 13 and 25","section":"s. 25.0","quotes":["No person shall occupy a motor vehicle, recreation vehicle, or trailer as living quarters while it","is parked upon any highway or in any public place unless authorized to do so."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Bylaw notice: unattached trailer on a street $100 ($75 within 14 days, $125 after 28 days); parking over 72 hours $75; vehicle over 5,500 kg at night $200; occupying a vehicle on a street $100; unlawful, unregistered or occupied RV on a lot $450. Municipal ticket: $100, $75, $200, $100 and $500 for the same offences.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"Schedule A, Parts 11 and 35","quotes":["6704-2009 13.0 Unattached trailer $100 $75 $125 No","6704-2009 11.1 (z) Park over 72 hours $75 $50 $100 No","6704-2009 25.0 Occupy motor vehicle $100 $75 $125 No","7600-2019 402.20(3) Occupied RV $450 $400 $500 Yes"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedules 11 and 35","quotes":["Unattached trailer 13.0 $100 $50","Occupied RV 402.20(3) $500"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Highway and Traffic Bylaw No. 6704-2009 (ss. 11, 13, 25); Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 (s. 402.20)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/6704-2009-highway-and-traffic","title":"Highway and Traffic Bylaw No. 6704-2009, sections 11, 13 and 25","section":"title","quotes":["CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE BYLAW NO. 6704 - 2009"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, sections 401.3, 402.20 and 402.21","section":"title","quotes":["CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE ZONING BYLAW NO. 7600-2019"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":5,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nOn a residential lot, the [Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019) (s. 402.20) requires an RV, boat, boat trailer, camping trailer, motor home or similar to be parked entirely on the lot, with no more than one in the front yard and on the driveway. It must be licensed and registered to the owner, occupier or a relative living on the lot, and screened as the bylaw requires. On agricultural lots it must be registered to the owner, occupier or a relative living there. The bylaw sets no maximum number outside the front yard and no size limit in that section. Commercial vehicles are covered separately.\n\nOn streets, the [Highway and Traffic Bylaw 6704-2009](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/6704-2009-highway-and-traffic) applies.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- A trailer (including a boat or camping trailer) may not be parked on a street unless it is attached to a motor vehicle able to tow it.\n- No vehicle may be parked more than 72 hours in a row without moving. Vehicles over 5,500 kg licensed weight may not park on a street or public place from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Vehicles over 18 m long are banned.\n- Usual rules also apply: not within 3 m of a driveway, 5 m of a hydrant, 6 m of an intersection or crosswalk, or on a sidewalk or boulevard.\n- Living in it is not allowed. An RV may not be occupied for any reason while parked or stored on a lot (except in a campground), and no one may live in a motor vehicle, RV or trailer on a street or other public place unless authorized.\n- Bylaw notices: unattached trailer on a street $100; over 72 hours $75; vehicle over 5,500 kg at night $200; occupying a vehicle on a street $100; unlawful, unregistered or occupied RV on a lot $450. Municipal tickets for the same offences: $100, $75, $200, $100 and $500.\n- Over-length and overweight boats and trailers on residential property are zoning complaints, according to the City.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/6704-2009-highway-and-traffic","title":"Highway and Traffic Bylaw No. 6704-2009, sections 11, 13 and 25","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, sections 401.3, 402.20 and 402.21","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/rv-boat-trailer-parking/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/rv-boat-trailer-parking.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines","question":"What are the noise rules and quiet hours?","slug":"noise-rules","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"bylaws-and-complaints","name":"Bylaws, noise and complaints"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Maple Ridge's Noise Control Bylaw bans noise that disturbs the neighbourhood, with no fixed nightly quiet hours. Commercial or industrial construction that disturbs residents is banned from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Monday to Saturday and all day on Sundays and statutory holidays. Report noise to 604-467-7305.","aliases":["maple ridge noise bylaw","construction noise hours maple ridge","barking dog noise maple ridge","loud music neighbour maple ridge","lawn mower hours maple ridge"],"cost":"Disturbing or animal noise: $300 bylaw notice ($250 within 14 days, $350 after 28 days). Construction outside allowed times or engine noise: $400 ($350 early, $450 late).","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"email","label":"Bylaws","value":"Bylaws@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"online","label":"Bylaw complaint form","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/form/bylaw-complaint-form"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Maple Ridge Noise Control Bylaw No. 5122-1994 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-bylaw-no-5122-1994"},{"title":"Noise relaxation application (construction outside allowed hours)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-relaxation-application"}],"related":[{"slug":"bylaw-fines","title":"Maple Ridge bylaw fines and how tickets work","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/bylaw-fines/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/noise-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/noise-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/noise-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/noise-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/noise-rules/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/noise-rules/"}],"topic":{"title":"Noise bylaws in British Columbia: quiet hours, construction hours and fines by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/noise-rules/"},"facts":{"general_rule":{"label":"General rule","value":"No one may make or allow any noise that disturbs or tends to disturb the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment, comfort or convenience of the neighbourhood or people nearby. Owners and occupiers must not let their property be used that way, and must not let an animal or bird disturb others.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-bylaw-no-5122-1994","title":"Noise Control Bylaw No. 5122-1994, City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 3, 4, 5","quotes":["any noise or sound which disturbs or tends to disturb the","No owner or occupier of property shall allow that property to be used so that a noise or","by its calls, cries, barks or other noise, disturbs or tends to disturb the quiet"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"quiet_hours":{"label":"Quiet hours","value":null,"status":"none","note":"The Noise Control Bylaw sets no fixed quiet hours for ordinary noise.","sources":[]},"construction_hours":{"label":"Construction hours","value":"Commercial or industrial construction, repair, demolition, road work or excavation that disturbs residents of a residential zone is banned from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Monday to Saturday, and all day on Sundays and statutory holidays. A Bylaw Enforcement Officer may give written consent for other hours.","short":"Mon-Sat 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; no Sun or holidays","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-bylaw-no-5122-1994","title":"Noise Control Bylaw No. 5122-1994, City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 6, 7","quotes":["commercial or industrial","between the hours of nine o’clock in the evening and seven o’clock in the morning on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and not at all on Sunday and Statutory Holidays","may be performed outside the stipulated hours and days if prior written"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Construction Noise","quotes":["Temporary Construction Noise is permitted Monday to Saturday between the hours of 7:00 am & 9:00 pm and not at all on Sunday or Statutory Holidays"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"other_limits":{"label":"Other limits","value":"No decibel limit found. Commercial vehicle operation or major repairs in a residential zone that disturb the neighbourhood are banned. Exempt: emergency vehicles, City works, public transit, approved events, and lawn mowers or power garden equipment 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays and statutory holidays.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-bylaw-no-5122-1994","title":"Noise Control Bylaw No. 5122-1994, City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 8, 9","quotes":["No person shall carry on or suffer or permit to be carried on in any residential zone the","a lawn mower or power gardening equipment between the hours of seven o’clock in the","and between the hours of nine o’clock in the morning and nine o’clock in the evening on Sunday and Statutory Holidays"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"contact_day":{"label":"Who to call, business hours","value":"Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety Department, 604-467-7305. Complaints need your name, address and phone number, plus the type of noise and its dates, times and duration; anonymous complaints are not accepted. File online (mapleridge.ca/report), by email at bylaws@mapleridge.ca, or with the complaint form.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Noise; How to File a Bylaw Complaint","quotes":["please print off and complete our complaint form or contact the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety Department at 604-467-7305.","A reminder that we do not accept anonymous complaints.","by email at bylaws@mapleridge.ca"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"contact_after_hours":{"label":"Who to call, after hours","value":null,"status":"unknown","reason":"not_published","note":"No after-hours noise complaint line was found on the City's pages.","sources":[]},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Noise that disturbs (s. 3, 4) or animal noise (s. 5): $300 bylaw notice ($250 if paid within 14 days, $350 after 28 days). Construction outside allowed times (s. 6) or engine noise (s. 8): $400 ($350 early, $450 late). Municipal tickets list the same $300 and $400, with $150 and $200 if paid within 30 days.","short":"Notice $300 ($250 if paid in 14 days)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"Schedule A, Part 14","quotes":["5122-1994 3 Noise Which Disturbs $300 $250 $350 No","5122-1994 8 Engine Noise $400 $350 $450 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 14","quotes":["Noise Which Disturbs 3 $300.00 $150","Construction contrary to Time Restriction 6 $400.00 $200"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Maple Ridge Noise Control By-law No. 5122-1994","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-bylaw-no-5122-1994","title":"Noise Control Bylaw No. 5122-1994, City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 1","quotes":["Maple Ridge Noise Control By-law No. 5122-1994"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":8,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":1,"unknown":1},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the [Noise Control Bylaw No. 5122-1994](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-bylaw-no-5122-1994), no one may make or allow noise that disturbs or tends to disturb the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment, comfort or convenience of the neighbourhood or people nearby. Owners and occupiers must not let their property be used that way, and must not let an animal or bird disturb others. The City's Bylaw Enforcement page says the bylaw is in effect 24 hours a day. The bylaw sets no fixed quiet hours for ordinary noise and no decibel limit.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Note the type of noise and its dates, times and duration.\n2. Complain online at mapleridge.ca/report, by email at bylaws@mapleridge.ca, by phone at 604-467-7305, or with the complaint form. Include your name, address and phone number; anonymous complaints are not accepted.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Commercial or industrial construction, repair, demolition, road work or excavation that disturbs residents of a residential zone is banned from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Monday to Saturday, and all day on Sundays and statutory holidays. A Bylaw Enforcement Officer may give written consent for other hours.\n- Commercial vehicle operation or major repairs in a residential zone that disturb the neighbourhood are banned.\n- Exempt: emergency vehicles, City works, public transit, approved events, and lawn mowers or power garden equipment from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays and statutory holidays.\n- No after-hours noise complaint line was found on the City's pages.\n- Municipal tickets list the same $300 and $400 amounts, with $150 and $200 if paid within 30 days ([Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated)). The bylaw's court fine is not less than $100.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/noise-bylaw-no-5122-1994","title":"Noise Control Bylaw No. 5122-1994, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 8 facts was matched to the official text; 1 is recorded as not set; 1 could not be confirmed."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/noise-rules/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/noise-rules.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/noise-rules.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge unsightly property rules and how to report","question":"How do I report an unsightly or overgrown property?","slug":"unsightly-property","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"bylaws-and-complaints","name":"Bylaws, noise and complaints"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge, report garbage, debris, overgrown grass or brush, noxious weeds or graffiti on a neighbouring property to the City's Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety department online at mapleridge.ca/report or at 604-467-7305. An officer can order the owner to fix it.","aliases":["overgrown lawn complaint maple ridge","untidy premises maple ridge","garbage on neighbour property maple ridge","blackberry bushes neighbour maple ridge","graffiti maple ridge"],"cost":"Untidy or unsightly premises or graffiti: $300 bylaw notice ($250 within 14 days, $350 after 28 days). Overgrowth: $200.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"online","label":"Bylaw complaint form","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/form/bylaw-complaint-form"},{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"email","label":"Bylaws","value":"Bylaws@MapleRidge.ca"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/untidy-unsightly-premises-bylaw-no-6533-2007"}],"related":[{"slug":"bylaw-fines","title":"Maple Ridge bylaw fines and how tickets work","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/bylaw-fines/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/unsightly-property/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/unsightly-property/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/unsightly-property/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/unsightly-property/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/unsightly-property/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/unsightly-property/"}],"topic":{"title":"Unsightly property fines in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/unsightly-property/"},"facts":{"what_counts":{"label":"What counts","value":"An owner or occupier must not let property become or stay untidy or unsightly, or allow graffiti. Unsightly includes accumulated junk, litter, brush, rubbish or derelict vehicles; broken or rotting fences; dead or neglected landscaping; grass over 30 cm or brush spreading onto neighbours; noxious weeds; and building materials stored over 15 days without a permit.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/untidy-unsightly-premises-bylaw-no-6533-2007","title":"Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007 (consolidated)","section":"s. 2 definitions, 3, 4, 8, 9","quotes":["the accumulation of junk, filth, litter, brush, discarded materials, refuse,","No Owner or Occupier of Property shall cause, permit or allow the Property to become or","No Owner or Occupier of Property shall cause permit or allow Graffiti on the Property.","overgrown with any grasses in excess of 30 centimetres in height or brush of any","accumulation of building materials on"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"how_to_report":{"label":"How to report","value":"Online at mapleridge.ca/report, by phone at 604-467-7305, by email at bylaws@mapleridge.ca, by mail or in person. Give your full name, home address and phone, the property address and details. Anonymous complaints are not accepted; limit of three non-recurring complaints per complainant property per calendar year.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","section":"How to File a Bylaw Complaint","quotes":["You may submit a complaint online, over the phone at 604-467-7305, by email at bylaws@mapleridge.ca by regular mail or in person","There is a limit of three (3) non-recurring complaints per complainant property, per calendar year."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"process":{"label":"What happens next","value":"An officer may serve an order to fix the problem within 30, 14 or 7 days (7 if the officer believes it is a nuisance), sent by express mail to the owner and posted on the property if the premises are occupied. If not done, the City may do the work and recover the cost as property taxes. The owner has 5 days to ask Council to review the order.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/untidy-unsightly-premises-bylaw-no-6533-2007","title":"Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007 (consolidated)","section":"s. 10","quotes":["Within 30 days or,","Within 7 days if the Bylaw Enforcement Officer believes the contravention is a","at the expense of the Owner or Occupier","within 5 days of the posting or mailing of the Notice","This notice must also be posted on the subject property if there is an occupied premise."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"$300 bylaw notice for untidy or unsightly premises (s. 3) or graffiti (s. 4): $250 if paid within 14 days, $350 after 28 days; a compliance agreement is available. Overgrowth (s. 8) is $200. Municipal tickets list the same $300 and $200.","short":"Notice $300 ($250 if paid within 14 days)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"Schedule A, Part 32","quotes":["6533-2007 3 Untidy/Unsightly Premises $300 $250 $350 Yes","6533-2007 8 Overgrowth $200 $150 $250 Yes"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 31","quotes":["Untidy/Unsightly Premises 3 $300","Overgrowth 8 $200"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Regulation of Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/untidy-unsightly-premises-bylaw-no-6533-2007","title":"Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007 (consolidated)","section":"citation","quotes":["Regulation of Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":5,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nThe [Regulation of Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/untidy-unsightly-premises-bylaw-no-6533-2007) says an owner or occupier must not let property become or stay untidy or unsightly, or allow graffiti. Unsightly includes accumulated junk, litter, brush, rubbish or derelict vehicles; broken or rotting fences; dead or neglected landscaping; grass over 30 cm or brush spreading onto neighbours; noxious weeds; and building materials stored over 15 days without a permit. Containers must also be adequate, closed and not overflowing.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Report online at mapleridge.ca/report, by phone at 604-467-7305, by email at bylaws@mapleridge.ca, by mail or in person.\n2. Give your full name, home address and phone, plus the property address and details. Anonymous complaints are not accepted.\n3. An officer may serve an order to fix the problem within 30, 14 or 7 days (7 if the officer believes it is a nuisance). It is sent by express mail to the owner and posted on the property if the premises are occupied.\n4. If the work is not done, the City may do it and recover the cost as property taxes.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Each complainant property is limited to three non-recurring complaints per calendar year.\n- The owner has 5 days to ask Council to review the order.\n- Fines: untidy or unsightly premises or graffiti is a $300 bylaw notice, and a compliance agreement is available. Overgrowth is $200. Municipal tickets list the same $300 and $200.\n- A court can impose a penalty of not less than $1,000 and not more than $10,000.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/untidy-unsightly-premises-bylaw-no-6533-2007","title":"Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007 (consolidated)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement","title":"Bylaw Enforcement, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/unsightly-property/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/unsightly-property.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/unsightly-property.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge backyard fire and burning rules","question":"Can I have a backyard fire or burn yard waste?","slug":"backyard-fire","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"bylaws-and-complaints","name":"Bylaws, noise and complaints"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"In Maple Ridge, backyard burning of yard waste needs a $75 City burn permit. It is allowed only in the \"Open to Burning\" area, from April 15 to May 15 and October 15 to November 15, in daylight. Properties in the \"Closed to Burning\" area may not have any wood-burning fire.","aliases":["burn permit maple ridge","backyard burning maple ridge","fire pit rules maple ridge","campfire maple ridge","open to burning map maple ridge"],"cost":"$75 burn permit per property, non-refundable. Burning without a permit: $200 bylaw notice.","how_long":"Permits are sold from early April to May 15 and from early October to November 15. Burning is allowed April 15 to May 15 and October 15 to November 15.","where":[{"type":"online","label":"Buy a burning permit","value":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/burn-permits-and-backyard-burning"},{"type":"in_person","label":"City Hall Revenue Services","value":"11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9"},{"type":"phone","label":"Fire Department non-emergency (report a violation)","value":"604-463-5880"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Burn Permits and Backyard Burning","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/burn-permits-and-backyard-burning"},{"title":"Fire Bans and Restrictions","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fire-bans-restrictions"}],"related":[{"slug":"fireworks","title":"Maple Ridge fireworks rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fireworks/"},{"slug":"yard-waste","title":"Maple Ridge yard waste collection and drop-off","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/yard-waste/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/backyard-fire/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/backyard-fire/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/backyard-fire/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/backyard-fire/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/backyard-fire/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/backyard-fire/"}],"topic":{"title":"Backyard fire and burning rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-fire/"},"facts":{"campfires":{"label":"Backyard campfires","value":"Only in the 'Open to Burning' area; properties in the 'Closed to Burning' area may not have any wood-burning fire. The City says the fire needs a valid permit; the bylaw sets none for recreational fires. A campfire may be no bigger than 0.5 m high and wide, 15 m from buildings and wires, watched by an adult (19+), with a hose and shovel.","short":"Only in the Open to Burning area","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fire-bans-restrictions","title":"Fire Bans and Restrictions, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Category 1 Campfire Specifications","quotes":["Can’t be larger than 0.5 metre in height and 0.5 metre in width,","Must not be within 15 metres of any building, structure, overhead wires or cables","Fires are only permitted on properties designated “Open to Burn” and must have a valid permit."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/burn-permits-and-backyard-burning","title":"Burn Permits and Backyard Burning, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Can You Burn on Your Property?","quotes":["Properties located in the “Closed to Burning” area are not permitted any type of wood burning fires, including open pit campfires or outdoor wood burning appliances"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/outdoor-burning-regulation","title":"Outdoor Burning Regulation Bylaw (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 15, 16","quotes":["Recreational Fires are only allowed within the area marked “Area Open to Burning”","within fifteen (15) metres of any building, structure, overhead wires or"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"The City pages say all fires need a valid permit; the bylaw's recreational fire section (s. 15-16) sets no permit, and its list of permit-free fires (s. 6) does not include campfires. Both are shown."},"open_burning":{"label":"Burning yard waste","value":"Backyard burning of leaves, prunings and branches grown on the property needs a permit and is allowed only in the 'Open to Burning' area, April 15 to May 15 and October 15 to November 15, in daylight hours, weather permitting. Fire no larger than 2 m high or wide; 15 m from buildings, wires and forest edge; watched by an adult (19+) with hose and shovel. No material from elsewhere, no lumber, no stumps or branches over 10 cm.","short":"Only with a permit, Apr 15 to May 15 and Oct 15 to Nov 15","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/burn-permits-and-backyard-burning","title":"Burn Permits and Backyard Burning, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Permit Purchasing / What Can I Burn?","quotes":["Maple Ridge permits allows backyard burning with a permit during spring and fall, weather permitting.","Fires should not be larger than 2 metres high or 2 metres in diameter","Burning can only be conducted during daylight hours","Stumps or tree branches larger than 10 cm in diameter"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/outdoor-burning-regulation","title":"Outdoor Burning Regulation Bylaw (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 3, 5(c), 13, 14","quotes":["“Backyard Fire” is an outdoor fire where garden refuse such as leaves, prunings and small","burn, in an outdoor fire, material brought from another location;","is valid for the period of April 15th to May 15th or for the","unless a person nineteen (19) years of age or older is, at all times, present at"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"permit":{"label":"Permit","value":"Yes. A burn permit costs $75 per property, non-refundable, and may be revoked without notice (fire ban, unsafe conditions or breach of conditions). Buy online or in person at City Hall Revenue Services, 11995 Haney Place. Permits are sold from early April to May 15 and from early October to November 15.","short":"Yes, $75","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/burn-permits-and-backyard-burning","title":"Burn Permits and Backyard Burning, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Pricing; Where to Buy","quotes":["A burn permit costs $75.00.","Permits are non-refundable and may be revoked without notice","Permits may be purchased online at the link below, or in person at the City Hall Revenue Services Department at 11995 Haney Place."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","section":"Permitting Fees","quotes":["Open Air Burning Permit (per property of any type) $75.00"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/outdoor-burning-regulation","title":"Outdoor Burning Regulation Bylaw (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 13","quotes":["costs Twenty-five Dollars ($25.00), payable to the District."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"Outdoor Burning Regulation Bylaw s. 13 (1997) still says $25; the Fees & Charges Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (consolidated to June 30, 2026) and the City page both say $75. The City page says fees were updated in December 2025."},"fire_bans":{"label":"Fire bans","value":"Maple Ridge Fire Rescue issues bans in line with the Coastal Fire Centre. Check the City's Fire Bans & Restrictions page (it said no bans were in effect when last updated October 23, 2026). Under a Category 2 or 3 ban, fireworks, burn barrels and similar are also banned. Permits may be revoked.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fire-bans-restrictions","title":"Fire Bans and Restrictions, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Fire bans","quotes":["Bans are issued by Maple Ridge Fire Rescue and align with regional requirements from the Coastal Fire Centre.","There are currently no fire bans in effect in Maple Ridge.","Under a Category 2 or 3 Fire Ban, the following are also prohibited:"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"alternatives":{"label":"Instead of burning","value":"Grass clippings, branches and leaves can be dropped off at the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, 10092 236 Street (tipping fees apply).","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Yard & Garden Trimmings","quotes":["Residents can drop off grass clippings, branches, and leaves at the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre.","Tipping fees apply; check the Metro Vancouver website for details."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Bylaw notice: burning without a permit $200 ($150 within 14 days, $250 after 28 days); unattended or after-dark backyard fire $200; recreational fire contrary to the bylaw or unattended $100; noxious material $450; fire during a closure $450. Municipal ticket: outdoor fire $1,000, no permit $200, noxious material $500, closure $500. Fire ban violations: municipal fines up to $1,000.","short":"Notice $200 ($150 if paid in 14 days); ticket $200","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"Schedule A, Part 16","quotes":["5535-1997 5(d) No permit $200 $150 $250 No","5535-1997 14(b) Unattended Backyard Fire $200 $150 $250 No","5535-1997 19 Outdoor fire during Closure $450 $400 $500 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 16","quotes":["Outdoor fire 5(a) $1000","Burn noxious material 5(b) $500","No permit 5(d) $200","Outdoor fire during Closure 19 $500"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fire-bans-restrictions","title":"Fire Bans and Restrictions, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Fines","quotes":["Municipal fines of up to $1000 may be issued for violation of a fire ban."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/outdoor-burning-regulation","title":"Outdoor Burning Regulation Bylaw (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"s. 23","quotes":["shall be liable to a fine of not less than $500.00 and not"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Maple Ridge Outdoor Burning Regulation By-law No. 5535-1997 (consolidated with Amending Bylaw No. 6363-2005)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/outdoor-burning-regulation","title":"Outdoor Burning Regulation Bylaw (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","section":"citation","quotes":["Maple Ridge Outdoor Burning Regulation By-law No. 5535-1997"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":7,"stated":7,"matched":7,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nBackyard burning of leaves, prunings and branches grown on the property needs a permit under the [Outdoor Burning Regulation By-law No. 5535-1997](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/outdoor-burning-regulation). It is allowed only in the \"Open to Burning\" area, in daylight hours, weather permitting. The bylaw also bans outdoor fires unless the ventilation index is forecast as \"good\" and lets the Fire Chief suspend burning. A permit may be revoked without notice (fire ban, unsafe conditions or breach of conditions).\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Check the City's \"Open to Burning\" map for your property.\n2. Buy a $75 permit online or in person at City Hall Revenue Services, 11995 Haney Place.\n3. Burn only on the allowed dates and when no fire ban is in effect. Check the City's Fire Bans and Restrictions page first.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Open burning limits: no larger than 2 m high or wide; 15 m from buildings, wires and forest edge; watched by an adult (19+) with a hose and shovel. No material from elsewhere, no lumber, no stumps or branches over 10 cm.\n- Campfires: allowed only in the \"Open to Burning\" area. They may be no bigger than 0.5 m high and wide, 15 m from buildings and wires, watched by an adult (19+), with a hose and shovel. The City says a valid permit is needed, but the bylaw's recreational fire section sets none. Confirm with Fire Rescue.\n- The fee: the old bylaw still says $25; the Fees & Charges Bylaw and the City page say $75.\n- Under a Category 2 or 3 ban, fireworks and burn barrels are also banned. Maple Ridge Fire Rescue issues bans in line with the Coastal Fire Centre.\n- Instead of burning, drop grass clippings, branches and leaves at the Maple Ridge Recycling and Waste Centre, 10092 236 Street (tipping fees apply).\n- Bylaw notices: burning without a permit $200 ($150 within 14 days, $250 after 28 days); unattended or after-dark backyard fire $200; recreational fire contrary to the bylaw or unattended $100; noxious material $450; fire during a closure $450. Municipal tickets: outdoor fire $1,000; no permit $200; noxious material $500; closure $500. Fire ban violations: municipal fines up to $1,000.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fire-bans-restrictions","title":"Fire Bans and Restrictions, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/burn-permits-and-backyard-burning","title":"Burn Permits and Backyard Burning, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/outdoor-burning-regulation","title":"Outdoor Burning Regulation Bylaw (PDF), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/resident-services/waste-and-recycling-services-maple-ridge","title":"Waste and Recycling Services, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 7 of 7 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-fire/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-fire.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-fire.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge fireworks rules","question":"Are fireworks allowed?","slug":"fireworks","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"bylaws-and-complaints","name":"Bylaws, noise and complaints"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"No. In Maple Ridge it is unlawful to possess, ignite or set off fireworks or firecrackers, including sparklers, without a valid permit, and permits are for displays. Selling them is also banned. The City runs its own display at the Celebrate the Night Festival around Halloween.","aliases":["halloween fireworks maple ridge","firecrackers maple ridge","fireworks permit maple ridge","report fireworks maple ridge"],"cost":"Special Fireworks Permit for a display: $200. Discharging without a permit: $450 bylaw notice ($400 within 14 days, $500 after 28 days) or $500 municipal ticket.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety (report fireworks)","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"email","label":"Bylaws","value":"Bylaws@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Ridge Meadows RCMP non-emergency","value":"604-463-6251"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Fireworks, City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fireworks"},{"title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004"}],"related":[{"slug":"backyard-fire","title":"Maple Ridge backyard fire and burning rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/backyard-fire/"},{"slug":"bylaw-fines","title":"Maple Ridge bylaw fines and how tickets work","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/bylaw-fines/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/fireworks/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/fireworks/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/fireworks/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/fireworks/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/fireworks/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/fireworks/"}],"topic":{"title":"Fireworks rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fireworks/"},"facts":{"use":{"label":"Setting off fireworks","value":"Not allowed without a valid permit. Without a permit it is unlawful to possess, ignite, discharge or set off fireworks or firecrackers anywhere in Maple Ridge, including bottle rockets, fountains, Roman candles and sparklers. Permits are for displays (see Permit). Fireworks are also banned under a Category 2 or 3 fire ban and in parks without a permit.","short":"No, without a valid permit","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004","title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004","section":"s. 3","quotes":["No person may throw, propel, eject, light, fire, explode, set off, discharge or possess firecrackers or","valid permit as issued under this bylaw."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fireworks","title":"Fireworks, City of Maple Ridge","section":"What is prohibited without a permit?","quotes":["Sell, give away, trade, possess, ignite, discharge, throw, propel, or set off fireworks or firecrackers in Maple Ridge."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fire-bans-restrictions","title":"Fire Bans and Restrictions, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Additional Restrictions","quotes":["Under a Category 2 or 3 Fire Ban, the following are also prohibited:"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/public-places-parks-and-recreation-facilities-regulation-bylaw-no-7854-2022","title":"Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022 (PDF)","section":"s. 9.1.29","quotes":["Discharge any fireworks without a valid permit"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"sale":{"label":"Selling fireworks","value":"Not allowed. The bylaw says no person may offer for sale, sell, give or trade fireworks or firecrackers in Maple Ridge. Selling to a minor is also an offence.","short":"No","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004","title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004","section":"s. 2, 22","quotes":["No person may offer for sale, sell, give or trade firecrackers or other fireworks of every","No person shall sell, give or furnish fireworks to a minor."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fireworks","title":"Fireworks, City of Maple Ridge","section":"intro","quotes":["prohibits the sale or explosion of fireworks year-round without a valid permit."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"},"sources_differ":"The City page says sale is prohibited 'without a valid permit'; the bylaw (s. 2) has no permit exception for sale."},"what_counts":{"label":"What counts as fireworks","value":"Fireworks: low-hazard recreational fireworks (Class 7.2.1) such as fountains, golden rain, lawn lights, pinwheels, Roman candles, volcanoes and sparklers. Firecrackers: small noise makers such as bottle rockets, screechers, supersonic bang and air bombs.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004","title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004","section":"s. 1 definitions","quotes":["such as fireworks showers, fountains, golden rain, lawn lights, pinwheels, Roman candles,","volcanoes and sparklers.","bottle rockets, screechers, screecharoos, humaroos, supersonic bang, butterfly thunder and air"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"permit":{"label":"Permit","value":"A Special Fireworks Permit for a display costs $200 and is bought from the Fire Department / City Hall. Two qualified operators (one with a Fireworks Supervisor certificate, all in charge 21+), $5 million liability insurance naming the City, and a spectator line 45 m back are required. The Fire Chief may issue a permit for religious or ceremonial fireworks.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004","title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004","section":"s. 8, 9, 25-35","quotes":["may be purchased from the Fire Department","for a fee of $200.00.","the Fire Chief may issue a permit to a person","at least twenty-one (21) years of age, and competent for the task.","Five Million ($5,000,000) Dollars"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fireworks","title":"Fireworks, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Fireworks Permits / Permit insurance and operator requirements","quotes":["Anyone planning a fireworks display may apply for a Special Fireworks Permit through City Hall.","- Operators who are at least 21 years old and competent to conduct the display. - At least two approved fire extinguishers available at the display site. - General comprehensive liability insurance of at least $5 million, naming the City as an additional insured. ## Weather and fire-risk restrictions Even after a permit has been issued, a fireworks display may not proceed if conditions are unsafe. A permit may be cancelled, suspended, or subject to additional restrictions because of fire danger or weather conditions."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","section":"Permitting Fees","quotes":["Open Air Burning Permit (per property of any type) $75.00 Fireworks Permit $200.00 Filming and Special Effects and Pyrotechnics Permit $250.00"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"Bylaw notice: discharging fireworks without a permit $450 ($400 within 14 days, $500 after 28 days). Municipal ticket: $500 for discharging without a permit and $1,000 for selling. In court, up to $10,000 or six months in jail, or both. Fire response costs are also charged.","short":"Notice $450 ($400 if paid in 14 days)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"Schedule A, Part 9","quotes":["6279-2004 II(3) $450 $400 $500 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 9","quotes":["Sell fireworks II(2) $1000","Discharge fireworks without permit II(3) $500"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004","title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004","section":"s. 37, 17","quotes":["not more than $10,000.00 or to imprisonment for not more than six (6) months","$300.00 per hour for every fire truck and $30.00 per hour for every fire fighter."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Maple Ridge Fireworks By-law No. 6279 - 2004","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004","title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004","section":"s. 1","quotes":["Maple Ridge Fireworks By-law No. 6279 - 2004"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the [Fireworks By-law No. 6279-2004](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004), no one may possess, ignite, discharge or set off fireworks or firecrackers anywhere in Maple Ridge without a valid permit. That includes bottle rockets, fountains, Roman candles and sparklers. Permits are for displays, so household fireworks have no allowed dates or hours. Fireworks are also banned under a Category 2 or 3 fire ban, and in parks without a permit.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Fireworks are low-hazard recreational fireworks (Class 7.2.1) such as fountains, golden rain, lawn lights, pinwheels, Roman candles, volcanoes and sparklers. Firecrackers are small noise makers such as bottle rockets, screechers, supersonic bang and air bombs.\n- Selling: the bylaw says no person may offer for sale, sell, give or trade fireworks or firecrackers in Maple Ridge, and selling to a minor is an offence. The City page says sale is prohibited \"without a valid permit\"; the bylaw has no permit exception for sale.\n- A display permit costs $200, bought from the Fire Department or City Hall. It requires two qualified operators (one with a Fireworks Supervisor certificate, all in charge 21 or older), $5 million liability insurance naming the City, and a spectator line 45 m back. The Fire Chief may issue a permit for religious or ceremonial fireworks.\n- Fines: a bylaw notice for discharging without a permit is $450; a municipal ticket is $500, and $1,000 for selling. Discharging in a park is a $450 bylaw notice. In court, up to $10,000 or six months in jail, or both. Fire response costs are also charged.\n- To report fireworks, call 604-467-7305.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fireworks-bylaw-no-6279-2004","title":"Fireworks Bylaw No. 6279-2004","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fireworks","title":"Fireworks, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/fire-rescue/fire-prevention/outdoor-fire-safety/fire-bans-restrictions","title":"Fire Bans and Restrictions, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/public-places-parks-and-recreation-facilities-regulation-bylaw-no-7854-2022","title":"Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/fees-charges-consolidated-bylaw-no-7575-2019","title":"Fees and Charges (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7575-2019 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fireworks/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fireworks.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fireworks.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge bylaw fines and how tickets work","question":"What are the common bylaw fines?","slug":"bylaw-fines","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"bylaws-and-complaints","name":"Bylaws, noise and complaints"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Maple Ridge uses two ticket systems side by side: a Bylaw Notice and Municipal Ticket Information. Common bylaw notice amounts are $50 for overtime parking, $150 for a dog at large or unlicensed, $300 for disturbing noise and $200 for burning without a permit. Paying within 14 days earns a lower amount.","aliases":["maple ridge ticket amounts","maple ridge bylaw notice fine","how much is a parking ticket maple ridge","maple ridge noise fine"],"cost":"Bylaw notice amounts are in the list below. Early payment is lower; late payment is higher.","how_long":"Pay or dispute a bylaw notice within 14 days of receiving it.","where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Ticket payments and questions","value":"604-467-7305"},{"type":"in_person","label":"City Hall","value":"11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020"},{"title":"Bylaw Notice (Ticket)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/bylaw-notice-ticket"}],"related":[{"slug":"noise-rules","title":"Maple Ridge noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/noise-rules/"},{"slug":"fireworks","title":"Maple Ridge fireworks rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/fireworks/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/bylaw-fines/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/bylaw-fines/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/bylaw-fines/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/bylaw-fines/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/bylaw-fines/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/bylaw-fines/"}],"topic":{"title":"Bylaw tickets in British Columbia: early payment, late payment and disputes by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/bylaw-fines/"},"facts":{"how_tickets_work":{"label":"How tickets work","value":"Two systems: a Bylaw Notice (under the provincial Local Government Bylaw Notice Enforcement Act; placed on a vehicle or mailed to the registered owner; disputes go to a screening officer, then adjudication) and Municipal Ticket Information (MTI; disputes go to Provincial Court). Tickets are issued by Bylaw Compliance Officers, including RCMP members, parking officers and animal control officers.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/bylaw-notice-ticket","title":"Bylaw Notice (Ticket), City of Maple Ridge","section":"intro","quotes":["A Bylaw Notice may be placed on a vehicle or mailed to the registered owner."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"s. 10.1","quotes":["Members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police;","Parking Officers appointed pursuant to the Community Charter;"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/municipal-ticket-information-mti","title":"Municipal Ticket Information (MTI), City of Maple Ridge","section":"intro","quotes":["whether the contravention of a bylaw requires enforcement by issuance of a municipal ticket or whether to Lay an Information in Provincial Court"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"example_fines":{"label":"Common fines","value":"Bylaw notice: dog at large or unlicensed $150; noise that disturbs $300; untidy premises $300; overtime parking $50; parking within 5 m of a hydrant $100; burning without a permit $200. Municipal ticket: the same, except dog at large or unlicensed is $100.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"Schedule A","quotes":["6908-2012 7.1.1 Animal at-large $150 $100 $200 No","5122-1994 3 Noise Which Disturbs $300 $250 $350 No","6533-2007 3 Untidy/Unsightly Premises $300 $250 $350 Yes","6704-2009 11.1 (v) Overtime parking $50 $35 $75 No","6704-2009 11.1 (d) $100 $75 $125 No","5535-1997 5(d) No permit $200 $150 $250 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedules 2, 14, 31","quotes":["Animal at-large 7.1.1 $100","Untidy/Unsightly Premises 3 $300"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"early_payment":{"label":"Paying early","value":"Bylaw notice: pay within 14 days of receiving the notice to get the lower early-payment amount (e.g. $150 becomes $100; $300 becomes $250). Municipal tickets for highway/traffic offences and noise show a discounted amount if paid within 30 days (e.g. $50 becomes $20; $300 becomes $150).","short":"Notice: lower if paid in 14 days; some tickets in 30 days","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"s. 5.1(b)","quotes":["If received by the City within fourteen (14) days of the person receiving or being","the Early Payment Penalty"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"s. 4.5; Schedules 11 and 14","quotes":["provided that Municipal Ticket Information is paid within thirty (30)","Pay Within 30 Calendar"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"late_payment":{"label":"Paying late","value":"Bylaw notice: if paid more than 28 days after receiving the notice, a late-payment surcharge applies (e.g. $150 becomes $200; $300 becomes $350). Unpaid notices and tickets go to a collection agency or legal firm, and the City may take the person to a Provincial Court payment hearing.","short":"Surcharge after 28 days (e.g. $200 for $150)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"s. 5.1(c)","quotes":["If more than twenty-eight (28) days after the person received or is presumed to have","late payment surcharge"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/municipal-ticket-information-mti","title":"Municipal Ticket Information (MTI), City of Maple Ridge","section":"FAQ","quotes":["Unpaid Bylaw Notices and Municipal Tickets are sent to a collection agency or to a legal firm"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"dispute":{"label":"Disputing a ticket","value":"Bylaw notice: dispute in writing within 14 days of the issue date (back of the notice or the Notice of Appeal form); no phone disputes. A screening officer reviews it, then an adjudication hearing (in person, by phone or in writing). If you lose, pay the full amount plus a $25 fee. MTI: dispute form within 14 days; may go to Provincial Court. A paid ticket cannot be disputed.","short":"Within 14 days; $25 fee if you lose","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/bylaw-notice-ticket","title":"Bylaw Notice (Ticket), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Disputes","quotes":["All disputes must be submitted in writing within 14 days of the date of issue shown on the Bylaw Notice (ticket).","plus an additional $25 administrative fee"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/municipal-ticket-information-mti","title":"Municipal Ticket Information (MTI), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Disputes","quotes":["Disputes must be received within fourteen (14) days of the Ticket issued date"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"s. 7.3","quotes":["must pay the City an additional fee of $25"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 7626-2020; Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","section":"s. 1.1","quotes":["This bylaw may be cited as “Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 7626 – 2020”."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"title","quotes":["Maple Ridge Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nMaple Ridge has two ticket systems. A Bylaw Notice, under [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 7626-2020](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020) and the provincial Local Government Bylaw Notice Enforcement Act, is placed on a vehicle or mailed to the registered owner. Municipal Ticket Information (MTI), under [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated), is the other. Tickets are issued by Bylaw Compliance Officers, including RCMP members, parking officers and animal control officers. The City pages do not say which offences use which system.\n\n## Common amounts\n\n- Bylaw notice: dog at large or unlicensed $150; noise that disturbs $300; untidy premises $300; overtime parking $50; parking within 5 m of a hydrant $100; burning without a permit $200.\n- Municipal ticket: the same, except a dog at large or unlicensed is $100.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Early payment: pay a bylaw notice within 14 days of receiving it for a lower amount (for example $150 becomes $100; $300 becomes $250). Municipal tickets for highway and traffic offences and for noise show a discounted amount if paid within 30 days (for example $50 becomes $20; $300 becomes $150).\n- Late payment: a bylaw notice paid more than 28 days after you receive it costs more (for example $150 becomes $200; $300 becomes $350). Unpaid notices and tickets go to a collection agency or legal firm, and the City may take the person to a Provincial Court payment hearing.\n- Disputing a bylaw notice: in writing within 14 days of the issue date (back of the notice or the Notice of Appeal form); no phone disputes. A screening officer reviews it, then there is an adjudication hearing (in person, by phone or in writing). If you lose, you pay the full amount plus a $25 fee.\n- Disputing an MTI: use the dispute form within 14 days; it may go to Provincial Court. A paid ticket cannot be disputed.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/bylaw-notice-ticket","title":"Bylaw Notice (Ticket), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020, Schedule A","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/community-safety/bylaw-enforcement/municipal-ticket-information-mti","title":"Municipal Ticket Information (MTI), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/bylaw-fines/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/bylaw-fines.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/bylaw-fines.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply","question":"Do I need a business licence in Maple Ridge, and how do I get one?","slug":"business-licence","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"business","name":"Starting and running a business"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Yes. Every business and not-for-profit operating in the City of Maple Ridge needs a City business licence, including home-based and non-resident businesses. The minimum fee is $110 a year, and licences run January 1 to December 31. Apply to Business Licensing at BusLic@MapleRidge.ca.","aliases":["maple ridge business license","do I need a business licence maple ridge","apply for business licence maple ridge","non-profit business licence maple ridge"],"cost":"Minimum $110 a year; some businesses pay more (floor area, number of chairs or professionals, etc.; see Schedule A of the bylaw). Fees are not refundable once issued.","how_long":"A non-resident licence may be issued on the spot. Home occupation and commercial licences can take 10 business days or more because inspections come first.","where":[{"type":"email","label":"Business Licensing (send completed application)","value":"BusLic@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7440"},{"type":"in_person","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety front counter","value":"11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9"},{"type":"mail","label":"Mail the application (address as published by the City)","value":"City of Maple Ridge, 11900 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Business Licensing page","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing"},{"title":"Business Licence Types","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types"},{"title":"Business Licence Application Form","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licence-application-form"},{"title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011"}],"related":[{"slug":"home-based-business","title":"Maple Ridge home-based business rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/home-based-business/"},{"slug":"short-term-rental","title":"Maple Ridge short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/short-term-rental/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/business-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/business-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/business-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/business-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/business-licence/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/business-licence/"}],"topic":{"title":"Business licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/business-licence/"},"facts":{"who_needs":{"label":"Who needs one","value":"Every business and not-for-profit operating in Maple Ridge, including home-based and non-resident (visiting) businesses. A landlord renting no more than one unit is exempt. Work done off-site and delivered to Maple Ridge does not need a licence.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","section":"FAQ: Who requires a business licence?","quotes":["All businesses and not-for-profit organizations in the City of Maple Ridge require a business licence.","All work done offsite and delivered to Maple Ridge, does not require a licence"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","section":"s. 6.1.1, 6.1.2(a)","quotes":["no person shall carry on, maintain, own or operate a","a Residential Dwelling Unit Lessor that rents or leases or offers to rent or lease no more than one Unit in the City"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fee":{"label":"Fee","value":"Minimum $110 per year. Some businesses pay more, based on floor area, number of chairs or professionals, etc.; see Schedule A of the bylaw. Fees are not refundable once issued.","short":"From $110 a year","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","section":"FAQ: How much does a business licence cost?","quotes":["The minimum fee is $110 per year. Some businesses pay more; for example, on the basis of square meters of the business premises, the number of chairs in a restaurant, or the number of professionals operating at the location."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","section":"Schedule A; s. 6.3.4","quotes":["Licence fee each calendar year unless classification of Business otherwise stated","annually and implemented on the 1st day of January in the following"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"how_to_apply":{"label":"How to apply","value":"Submit the application form in person at the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety counter, by email to buslic@mapleridge.ca, or by mail, with payment (the application does not progress until paid). Staff check zoning and bylaw compliance, and inspections may include building, electrical, plumbing, gas, fire, health and bylaw officers.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Steps 3-6","quotes":["in person at Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety Department front counter","by email to buslic@mapleridge.ca","NOTE: Your application will not progress until payment is received.","Zoning Approval: This is to assess compliance with the Zoning Bylaw","Fire Approval from the Maple Ridge Fire Department"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"renewal":{"label":"Renewal","value":"Licences are valid January 1 to December 31. No new application is needed to renew; an invoice is mailed before year end. Renewal fee is due by December 31 or a $25 late fee applies.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Step 7","quotes":["Your Business Licence is valid until December 31 of the current year.","You do not need to submit a new application to renew your Business Licence"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","section":"s. 6.5.1, 6.6.2","quotes":["expire on the 31st day of December of each year","payment fee of $25 shall be applied."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"inter_community":{"label":"Inter-community licence","value":"Yes: the Fraser Valley Intermunicipal Business Licence (IMBL), for mobile construction-industry contractors and some mobile health providers with a fixed premises in a participating city. Valid in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Delta, Hope, Kent, Langley (City and Township), Maple Ridge, Mission, Pitt Meadows, Surrey and Harrison Hot Springs. $250 on top of the Maple Ridge licence.","short":"Yes, $250 (construction, some health care)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/maple-ridge-intermunicipal-business-licence-scheme-bylaw-no-7915-2023-consolidated","title":"Intermunicipal Business Licence Scheme Bylaw No. 7915-2023 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"s. 5.1, 6.6","quotes":["The Intermunicipal Business Licence fee is $250 and is payable to the Principal Municipality.","City of Abbotsford Township of Langley","Mobile Business means a trades contractor or other professional related to the construction"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types","title":"Business Licence Types, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Intermunicipal Business Licence (IMBL)","quotes":["The cost of the IMBL is $250 and is in addition to your existing Maple Ridge Business Licence."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"$300 for carrying on a business without a licence. Bylaw Notice Enforcement schedule: early $250, late $350. Ticket Information schedule: $300. Failing to renew is also $300.","short":"Notice $300 ($250 if paid early); ticket $300","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw","quotes":["6815-2011 6.1.1(a) No business licence $300 $250 $350 No","6815-2011 6.6.1 Fail to renew licence $300 $250 $350 No"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 5","quotes":["No business licence 6.1.1(a) $300"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw No. 6815-2011","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","section":"title","quotes":["Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw No. 6815-2011","Effective Date: November 13, 2012","Business Licencing and Regulation Amending Bylaw No. 8022-2025"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":7,"stated":7,"matched":7,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nUnder the [Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw 6815-2011](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011), every business and not-for-profit operating in the City of Maple Ridge needs a licence, including home-based and non-resident (visiting) businesses. A landlord renting no more than one unit is exempt. Work done elsewhere and only delivered to Maple Ridge does not need a licence.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Pick your licence type (see Business Licence Types) and check your business is allowed where you operate. Home businesses have their own rules (see the home-based-business answer).\n2. Fill in the business licence application form.\n3. Submit it with payment at the front counter, by email to BusLic@MapleRidge.ca, or by mail. The application does not progress until it is paid.\n4. Staff check zoning and bylaw compliance. Inspections may include building, electrical, plumbing, gas, fire, health and bylaw officers.\n5. Renew each year. Licences are valid January 1 to December 31, no new application is needed, and an invoice is mailed before year end.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Renewal is due by December 31 or a $25 late fee applies.\n- Mobile construction-industry contractors and some mobile health providers with a fixed premises in a participating city can get the Fraser Valley Intermunicipal Business Licence (IMBL) for $250 on top of the Maple Ridge licence. It is valid in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Delta, Hope, Kent, Langley (City and Township), Maple Ridge, Mission, Pitt Meadows, Surrey and Harrison Hot Springs.\n- Carrying on a business without a licence: a bylaw notice is $300 (early payment $250, late $350); a municipal ticket is $300. Failing to renew is also $300.\n- Short-term rentals have their own application and guide (see the short-term-rental answer).","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types","title":"Business Licence Types, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/maple-ridge-intermunicipal-business-licence-scheme-bylaw-no-7915-2023-consolidated","title":"Intermunicipal Business Licence Scheme Bylaw No. 7915-2023 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 7 of 7 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/business-licence/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/business-licence.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/business-licence.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge home-based business rules","question":"Can I run a business from my home?","slug":"home-based-business","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"business","name":"Starting and running a business"},"owner":"municipal","owner_label":"Municipal","owner_body":{"name":"City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca"},"short_answer":"Usually yes. The City of Maple Ridge allows home occupations as an accessory use under section 402.14 of Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019, with rules that depend on your home type and lot size (Types 1 to 4). You need a business licence (minimum $110 a year) and an inspection first.","aliases":["home occupation maple ridge","work from home business licence maple ridge","home based business rules"],"cost":"Minimum $110 a year for the business licence (City website).","how_long":"Home occupation licences can take 10 business days or more because an inspection comes first.","where":[{"type":"phone","label":"Planning Department (is my business allowed?)","value":"604-467-7341"},{"type":"email","label":"Planning","value":"Planning@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"email","label":"Business Licensing","value":"BusLic@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Bylaw, Licensing and Community Safety","value":"604-467-7440"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Type 1 Home Occupation Regulations","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/type-1-home-occupation-regulations"},{"title":"Type 2 Home Occupation Regulations","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/type-2-home-occupation-regulations"},{"title":"Type 3 Home Occupation Regulations","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/type-3-home-occupation-regulations"},{"title":"Type 4 Home Occupation Regulations","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/type-4-home-occupation-regulations"},{"title":"Business Licence Types","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types"}],"related":[{"slug":"business-licence","title":"Maple Ridge business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/business-licence/"},{"slug":"short-term-rental","title":"Maple Ridge short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/short-term-rental/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/home-based-business/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/home-based-business/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/home-based-business/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/home-based-business/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/home-based-business/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/home-based-business/"}],"topic":{"title":"Home-based business rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/home-based-business/"},"facts":{"allowed":{"label":"Allowed","value":"Yes, as an accessory use on agricultural, residential and CD-zoned lots, entirely inside the dwelling or an accessory building. Type 1: multi-family unit. Type 2: lot under 1,200 m². Type 3: lot 1,200 m² or more. Type 4: lot 0.4 ha or more, where the bylaw expressly permits.","short":"Yes, in agricultural, residential and CD zones","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.14","section":"s. 402.14(1)-(2)","quotes":["A Home Occupation Use shall be entirely Enclosed within:","A Home Occupation shall be considered for Lots Zoned Agricultural, Residential","a Type 2 Home Occupation where the operation occurs on a Lot with a Lot Area less than 1,200.0 square metres","a Type 3 Home Occupation where the operation occurs on a Lot with a Lot Area equal to or greater than 1,200.0 square metres"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types","title":"Business Licence Types (Home Occupation), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Home Occupation Business","quotes":["the business must be operated by the occupant(s) of the home"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"licence":{"label":"Business licence","value":"Yes. A business licence is required. Minimum fee $110 per year (City website); a Bylaw Compliance Officer inspection is required before approval. Licences run to December 31 each year.","short":"Yes: from $110 a year","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types","title":"Business Licence Types (Home Occupation), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Home Occupation Business","quotes":["along with a minimum payment of $110.00.","Inspections are required."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","section":"FAQ","quotes":["The minimum fee is $110 per year."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/type-1-home-occupation-regulations","title":"Type 1 Home Occupation Regulations, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Type 1 brochure, step 6","quotes":["An inspection by a Bylaw Compliance Officer is part of the Business Licensing process."]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"limits":{"label":"Limits","value":"Floor area: Types 1 and 2 up to 30% of the home (max 50 m²); Type 3 up to 45% (max 100 m²). Non-resident employees (with on-site parking): 1, 2, 3 for Types 1, 2, 3. Clients by appointment per day: 6 (tutoring only), 10, 16. Signs follow the Sign Bylaw. No unenclosed storage.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.14","section":"s. 402.14(3)-(5), (9)","quotes":["30% of the Gross Floor Area of the Dwelling Unit in which the Home Occupation is located, up to maximum of 50.0 square metres in total for Type 1 Home Occupation","30% of the Gross Floor Area of the Dwelling Unit and Accessory Building in which the Home Occupation is located, to a maximum of 50.0 square metres in total for Type 2 Home Occupation","45% of the Gross Floor Area of the Dwelling Unit and Accessory Building in which the Home Occupation is located, to a maximum of 100.0 square metres in total for Type 3 Home Occupation","one (1) Non-Resident Employee per Dwelling Unit for Type 1 Home Occupation","two (2) Non-Resident Employees per Dwelling Unit for Type 2 Home Occupation","three (3) Non-Resident Employees per Dwelling Unit for Type 3 Home Occupation","ten (10) clients per day per Lot for Type 2 Home Occupation","sixteen (16) clients per day per Lot for Type 3 Home Occupation","Maple Ridge Sign Bylaw No.7630-2020"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"not_allowed":{"label":"Businesses not allowed","value":"Prohibited: assembly, body modification, odour, noise or vibration, outside changes to the building, retail where customers walk in without an appointment, motor vehicle salvage, repair or sales, orchestra and band training, unenclosed storage or display, and use of non-domestic machinery. Dog daycare excluded; some animal and health services off-site only.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.14","section":"s. 402.14(7), (9)","quotes":["A Home Occupation shall be prohibited for the following Uses:","orchestra and band training;","Retail sale of goods or products where customers enter the premises to","salvage, repair, maintenance or sales of motor Vehicles, motor Vehicle","generation of parking shortages, traffic congestion, electrical interference,","Animal Services, excluding Dog daycare, except Type 1 and Type 2 Home"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, s. 402.14 (Home Occupation); Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw No. 6815-2011; Sign Bylaw No. 7630-2020","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.14","section":"s. 402.14","quotes":["402.14 Home Occupation","Maple Ridge Sign Bylaw No.7630-2020"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","section":"title","quotes":["Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw No. 6815-2011"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":5,"stated":5,"matched":5,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nA home occupation in the City of Maple Ridge is allowed as an accessory use on agricultural, residential and CD-zoned lots, entirely inside the dwelling or an accessory building ([Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019), s. 402.14). The type depends on your home: Type 1 for a multi-family unit, Type 2 for a lot under 1,200 m², Type 3 for a lot of 1,200 m² or more, and Type 4 for a lot of 0.4 ha or more where the bylaw expressly permits.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Read the brochure for your type, or call Planning at 604-467-7341 to confirm your zone allows your business.\n2. If you rent or live in a strata, check with your landlord or strata council; they can restrict a home business.\n3. Submit the business licence application to BusLic@MapleRidge.ca with the fee (minimum $110 a year).\n4. Pass the Bylaw Compliance Officer inspection before approval. Licences run to December 31.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Floor area: Types 1 and 2 up to 30% of the home (maximum 50 m²); Type 3 up to 45% (maximum 100 m²).\n- Non-resident employees, with on-site parking: 1, 2 and 3 for Types 1, 2 and 3.\n- Clients by appointment per day: 6 (tutoring only) for Type 1, 10 for Type 2, 16 for Type 3.\n- Prohibited: assembly, body modification, odour, noise or vibration, outside changes to the building, walk-in retail without an appointment, motor vehicle salvage, repair or sales, orchestra and band training, unenclosed storage or display, and non-domestic machinery.\n- Family daycare is allowed as a home occupation except in RM-2 to RM-6 and commercial zones.\n- Signs follow the Sign Bylaw.\n- Type 4 limits are not set in section 402.14. Ask Planning.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.14","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types","title":"Business Licence Types (Home Occupation), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/type-1-home-occupation-regulations","title":"Type 1 Home Occupation Regulations, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/home-based-business/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/home-based-business.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/home-based-business.json"}},{"title":"Maple Ridge short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)","question":"Can I rent out my home or a room on Airbnb in Maple Ridge?","slug":"short-term-rental","place":{"path":"ca/bc/maple-ridge","name":"Maple Ridge","region":{"code":"bc","name":"British Columbia"},"country":{"code":"ca","name":"Canada"}},"category":{"slug":"housing-and-renting","name":"Housing and renting"},"owner":"shared","owner_label":"More than one level of government","owner_body":null,"short_answer":"Yes, in your principal residence only. Maple Ridge requires a City business licence before you list or rent ($500 application review plus $200 annual fee, per the City's guide), and stays are limited to 30 consecutive days. You must also register with the Province's Short-Term Rental Registry.","aliases":["airbnb maple ridge","vrbo maple ridge","bed and breakfast maple ridge","short term rental licence maple ridge","rent a room maple ridge"],"cost":"$500 application review fee plus $200 annual business licence fee (per the City's Operator Guide). Provincial registration fees are not stated here. Taxes may apply.","how_long":null,"where":[{"type":"email","label":"Business Licensing (send completed application)","value":"BusLic@MapleRidge.ca"},{"type":"phone","label":"Business Licensing","value":"604-467-7440"},{"type":"phone","label":"Planning (lot size questions)","value":"604-467-7341"}],"documents":[],"forms":[{"title":"Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (PDF)","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/operator-guide"},{"title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing"},{"title":"Business Licence Types, City of Maple Ridge","url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types"},{"title":"Short-term rentals, Province of B.C.","url":"https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals"}],"related":[{"slug":"business-licence","title":"Maple Ridge business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/business-licence/"},{"slug":"home-based-business","title":"Maple Ridge home-based business rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/home-based-business/"},{"slug":"secondary-suite","title":"Maple Ridge secondary suite and carriage house rules","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/secondary-suite/"}],"nearby":[{"place":"ca/bc/pitt-meadows","name":"Pitt Meadows","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/short-term-rental/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-coquitlam","name":"Port Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/short-term-rental/"},{"place":"ca/bc/coquitlam","name":"Coquitlam","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/coquitlam/short-term-rental/"},{"place":"ca/bc/anmore","name":"Anmore","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/short-term-rental/"},{"place":"ca/bc/langley-township","name":"Township of Langley","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/langley-township/short-term-rental/"},{"place":"ca/bc/port-moody","name":"Port Moody","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-moody/short-term-rental/"}],"topic":{"title":"Short-term rental rules in British Columbia, by municipality","url":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/short-term-rental/"},"facts":{"allowed":{"label":"Allowed","value":"Yes, only in the operator's principal residence (owner or authorized tenant), on lots of at least 371 m², in single detached, duplex, triplex, fourplex, secondary suite or garden suite homes (not townhouses or apartments), in zones that list it (such as RS-1). Not on lots with assisted living, caretaker or neighbourhood daycare use. Stays: 30 consecutive days maximum.","short":"Yes, principal residence only, in zones that list it","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.31","section":"s. 402.31","quotes":["A Short-Term Rental shall be operated by a Registered Owner or an Authorized","A Short-Term Rental shall be limited to the Registered Owner or Authorized","A Short-Term Rental shall not be permitted on a Lot with a Lot Area less than 371 square metres.","periods longer than 30 consecutive days.","A Short-Term Rental shall not be permitted where the following Uses are on the"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/operator-guide","title":"Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (PDF, March 30, 2026), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Rental Specifications 1","quotes":["Short-Term Rentals are permitted in single-detached, duplex, triplex, fourplex, secondary suite, and","They are not permitted in multi-family developments, such as"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"licence":{"label":"Business licence","value":"Yes. A City business licence is required before listing or renting. At application: $500 application review fee plus $200 annual business licence fee (per the City's guide). Also needed: $1,000,000 liability insurance, fire safety plan, parking plan and safety checklist.","short":"Yes, $200 a year plus $500 application review","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/operator-guide","title":"Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (PDF, March 30, 2026), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Rental Specifications 8; Business Licence Application Package 7","quotes":["you must first obtain a Business Licence through the Bylaw, Licensing & Community Safety Department","Application Review ($500.00), plus the Annual Business Licence Fee ($200.00)","Applicants are required to obtain $1,000,000 in general liability insurance"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"provincial_registration":{"label":"Provincial registration","value":"Yes. Short-term rental operators must also register with the Province of B.C.'s Short-Term Rental Registry.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/operator-guide","title":"Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (PDF, March 30, 2026), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Short-Term Rentals in Maple Ridge","quotes":["all Short-Term Rental operators are required to register with the"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types","title":"Business Licence Types, City of Maple Ridge","section":"Short-Term Rental","quotes":["all Short-Term Rental operators are required to register with the Province of British Columbia"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"rules":{"label":"Operating rules","value":"Max 6 guests at a time. One licence per property: either one whole dwelling unit or up to 3 rented sleeping units. At least one unobstructed off-street parking space per listing. Principal residence only. Fire safety plan posted, $1,000,000 insurance, emergency contact able to respond within 30 minutes.","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.31","section":"s. 402.31","quotes":["A Short-Term Rental occupancy shall not exceed a maximum number of six (6)","three (3) rented Sleeping Units per property for a Short-Term Rental","one (1) unobstructed Off-Street Parking space per listing must be available to guests."]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/operator-guide","title":"Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (PDF, March 30, 2026), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Application Package; Appendix A","quotes":["Fire Safety/Emergency Evacuation Plan: A fire safety/emergency evacuation plan","Person must be able to respond within 30 minutes of being contacted"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"fine":{"label":"Fine","value":"$300 for operating without a business licence (early $250, late $350 under the Bylaw Notice schedule; $300 under the Ticket Information schedule). No ticket is listed for short-term rentals as such; breaking the zoning rules may be ticketed as \"contrary to permitted use\", s. 307.1(1): $450 (early $400, late $500).","short":"Notice $300 ($250 if paid early); ticket $300","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","section":"Schedule A, Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw","quotes":["6815-2011 6.1.1(a) No business licence $300 $250 $350 No","Contrary to permitted 307.1(1) $450 $400 $500 Yes"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","section":"Schedule 5","quotes":["No business licence 6.1.1(a) $300"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}},"bylaw":{"label":"Bylaw","value":"Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019, s. 402.31 (Short-Term Rental); Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw No. 6815-2011; City Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (March 30, 2026)","status":"stated","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.31","section":"s. 402.31","quotes":["402.30 Transit-Oriented Areas .................................................................................................................. 28 402.31 Short-Term Rental ......................................................................................................................... 28 402.32 Density Bonus Framework ............................................................................................................ 29","CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE ZONING BYLAW NO. 7600-2019 A Bylaw to Regulate Zoning in the City of Maple Ridge"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","section":"title","quotes":["Business Licencing and Regulation Bylaw No. 6815-2011"]},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/operator-guide","title":"Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (PDF, March 30, 2026), City of Maple Ridge","section":"Operator Guide","quotes":["City of Maple Ridge Short-Term Rental Guide Page 1 of 17"]}],"check":{"result":"matched","text_date":"2026-11-06"}}},"facts_summary":{"total":6,"stated":6,"matched":6,"none":0,"unknown":0},"body_markdown":"## How it works\n\nThe City of Maple Ridge allows short-term rentals under [Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019](https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019) section 402.31 and a City business licence. Only the operator's principal residence qualifies (owner or authorized tenant), on a lot of at least 371 m², in a single detached, duplex, triplex, fourplex, secondary suite or garden suite home, in zones that list the use (such as RS-1). Townhouses and apartments are not allowed, nor are lots with assisted living, caretaker or neighbourhood daycare use.\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Confirm your home and lot qualify.\n2. Email the licence application to BusLic@MapleRidge.ca, with $1,000,000 liability insurance, a fire safety plan, a parking plan and the safety checklist.\n3. Pay the $500 application review fee and the $200 annual licence fee.\n4. Register with the Province of B.C.'s Short-Term Rental Registry.\n\n## Good to know\n\n- Maximum 6 guests at a time, and stays of 30 consecutive days at most.\n- One licence per property: either one whole dwelling unit or up to 3 rented sleeping units.\n- At least one unobstructed off-street parking space per listing, and an emergency contact able to respond within 30 minutes.\n- Operating without a business licence: a bylaw notice is $300 (early payment $250, late $350); a municipal ticket is $300. No ticket is listed for short-term rentals as such. Breaking the zoning rules may be ticketed as \"contrary to permitted use\": $450 (early $400, late $500) as a bylaw notice.\n- The bylaw and guide say nothing we found about posting a licence number in listings.","sources":[{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/operator-guide","title":"Short-Term Rental Operator Guide (PDF, March 30, 2026), City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/zoning-bylaw-7600-2019","title":"Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019 (PDF), section 402.31","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing/business-licence-types","title":"Business Licence Types, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/build-do-business/business-licensing","title":"Business Licensing, City of Maple Ridge","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/business-licencing-and-regulation-consolidated-bylaw-no-6815-2011","title":"Business Licencing and Regulation (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 6815-2011 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/bylaw-notice-enforcement-consolidated-bylaw-no-7626-2020","title":"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Consolidated) Bylaw No. 7626-2020 (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"},{"url":"https://www.mapleridge.ca/media/file/ticket-information-utilization-bylaw-no-6929-2012-consolidated","title":"Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 6929-2012 (Consolidated) (PDF)","accessed":"2026-11-05"}],"sources_read":"2026-11-05","review":{"status":"machine_checked","badge":"Checked against official text","label":"Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text."},"urls":{"html":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/short-term-rental/","markdown":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/short-term-rental.md","json":"https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/maple-ridge/short-term-rental.json"}}]}