# Gov Handbook: full text of all answers for Pemberton --- title: "Pemberton building permits: when you need one and how to apply" question: "Do I need a building permit in Pemberton, and how do I apply?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit.json" --- # Pemberton building permits: when you need one and how to apply **Question:** Do I need a building permit in Pemberton, and how do I apply? **Short answer:** Use Pemberton’s online permit application. Locate your property, select the permit type for your project, upload the documents and submit the application. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Needed for:** A permit is required for work the bylaw regulates, including new buildings and structures, alterations, demolition and relocation, subject to section 4.2 exemptions. - Source: [Building Bylaw, Sections 4.1–5.1, scope and permits](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361) - Official wording: "PART 4: SCOPE AND EXEMPTIONS 4.1. This Bylaw applies to the design, construction, and occupancy of new buildings and structures and the alteration, reconstruction, demolition, removal, relocation, and occupancy of existing buildings and structures. 4.2 This Bylaw does not apply to: (a) a building or structure commonly known as “Canadian Standards Association Z240 MH series, Z241 series, or A277 series”, except as regulated by the Building Code; or (b) another building or structure exempted by Part 1 of the Building Code except as expressly provided herein. PART 5: PERMIT CONDITIONS 5.1 A permit is required if work regulated under this Bylaw is undertaken." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Not needed for:** Pemberton’s guide exempts accessory buildings under 10 square metres from a building permit if they will not be used for residential occupancy. - Source: [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896) - Official wording: "accessory buildings (e.g. storage shed) less than 10 square metres in size, not to be used for residential occupancy (note: even though a permit is not required, the structure must still comply with zoning regulations with respect to setbacks and height." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **How to apply:** Use Pemberton’s online permit application. - Source: [Apply for a Permit, Application Instructions](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit) - Official wording: "All permit types must be applied for online through Cloudpermit. 1. Create an account (first-time users) or log in (returning users). 2. Select “Create New Application.” 3. Name your project (e.g., 7400 Prospect Street). 4. Locate your property using the map, by entering the address, or entering it manually. 5. Select the Building Permit icon and choose your permit type (e.g., Residential – New Single Family Dwelling)." … "6. Upload the required documentation and submit your application." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **What to submit:** Upload the supporting documents for your selected permit type. - Source: [Apply for a Permit, Application Instructions](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit) - Official wording: "5. Select the Building Permit icon and choose your permit type (e.g., Residential – New Single Family Dwelling). * Note: Excavation, Occupancy, Retaining Walls, Culverts, and Woodstoves are found under “Miscellaneous.” Site Alteration is listed under “Site Alteration.” 6. Upload the required documentation and submit your application." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Processing time:** Not confirmed. Checked Apply for a Permit: Village of Pemberton; not found there. - **Inspections:** Notify the building official about scheduled professional inspections and when the work is complete so a final inspection can take place. - Source: [Building Bylaw, Part 8, owner’s duty to notify](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361) - Official wording: "excavation, or construction activity contained are within the property boundaries. 8.7 Every owner must give at least 48 hours’ written notice to the Building Official (a) of any scheduled inspections of a registered professional or representative; (b) of intent to cover work that has been ordered to be inspected prior to covering; and (c) when work has been completed so that a final inspection can be made." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Contact:** Not confirmed. Checked Apply for a Permit: Village of Pemberton, Building Bylaw; not found there. - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Building Bylaw No. 912, 2021. - Source: [Building Bylaw, Section 1.1, citation](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361) - Official wording: "PART 1: CITATION 1.1 This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as the “Village of Pemberton Building Bylaw No. 912, 2021”" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Describe the work in terms of what will change. An addition, an alteration inside an existing building and a change in how a space is used can raise different permitting questions at the same address. Upload the supporting documents for your selected permit type. ## Steps 1. Use the application guidance in [Apply for a Permit](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit). List the work planned for each part of the building. Identify existing construction and what you propose to add, remove or enclose. 2. Check the application instructions for that type of project. Ask which drawings, approvals and inspection stages apply before scheduling work that would conceal it. 3. Notify the building official about scheduled professional inspections and when the work is complete so a final inspection can take place. ## Good to know - Pemberton’s guide exempts accessory buildings under 10 square metres from a building permit if they will not be used for residential occupancy. - A permit is required for work the bylaw regulates, including new buildings and structures, alterations, demolition and relocation, subject to section 4.2 exemptions. - Keep a copy of the plans you submitted. If the scope changes, describe the change to the permit office before relying on the original instructions. - For a question about the type of work, its location and which application checklist to use, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. - Read the applicable provisions in [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322374) and [Building Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361). ## What you'll need - Upload the supporting documents for your selected permit type. ## Official forms and pages - [Apply for a Permit](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit) ## Related questions - [Pemberton building permit fees](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit-fees.md) - [Pemberton permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Building permits in British Columbia: how to apply, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/building-permit.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/building-permit.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/building-permit.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/building-permit.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/building-permit.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/building-permit.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/building-permit.md) ## Sources - [Apply for a Permit](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896) (read 2026-11-09) - [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322374) (read 2026-11-09) - [Building Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 8 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit/_ --- --- title: "Pemberton fence rules: permits and height limits" question: "Do I need a fence permit in Pemberton, and how high can my fence be?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fence-rules/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fence-rules.json" --- # Pemberton fence rules: permits and height limits **Question:** Do I need a fence permit in Pemberton, and how high can my fence be? **Short answer:** Pemberton’s guide lists front fences under 1.2 metres and rear fences under 1.8 metres among projects exempt from a building permit. Ask the Village about side yards, corner lots or a fence at the threshold. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Permit:** Pemberton’s guide lists front fences under 1.2 metres and rear fences under 1.8 metres among projects exempt from a building permit. - Source: [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896) - Official wording: "installing fences less than 1.2 metres in height at the front or 1.8 meters in height at the rear;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Height, front yard:** In a residential front yard, the usual maximum is 1.2 m. A fence may reach 2 m if the portion above 1.2 m uses transparent mesh. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Zoning Bylaw, section 7.15(a)–(b)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "7.15 Fences (Amendment Bylaw No. 862, 2019/Adopted May 7, 2019) (a) Except as otherwise specifically stated in this Bylaw; i. The height of a fence or wall shall be measured to the highest point from, and perpendicular to, a line representing the average natural grade level at its base, including where a fence or wall is constructed above a retaining wall; ii. The maximum height of a fence shall not exceed 1.2 m in a front yard and not more than 1.8 m on all other parts of a lot in a residential zone. (b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a) above; i. the fence height may be increased to 2.0 m in a front yard provided Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw 832, 2018 63 transparent mesh is used for the portion of fence that is more than 1.2 m in height;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Height, side and rear yards:** In a residential zone the usual limit outside the front yard is 1.8 m. Other zones have a 2.5 m limit, subject to the bylaw’s exceptions. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Zoning Bylaw, section 7.15(a)–(b)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "7.15 Fences (Amendment Bylaw No. 862, 2019/Adopted May 7, 2019) (a) Except as otherwise specifically stated in this Bylaw; i. The height of a fence or wall shall be measured to the highest point from, and perpendicular to, a line representing the average natural grade level at its base, including where a fence or wall is constructed above a retaining wall; ii. The maximum height of a fence shall not exceed 1.2 m in a front yard and not more than 1.8 m on all other parts of a lot in a residential zone. (b) Notwithstanding paragraph (a) above; i. the fence height may be increased to 2.0 m in a front yard provided Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw 832, 2018 63 transparent mesh is used for the portion of fence that is more than 1.2 m in height; ii. the maximum height of a fence shall not exceed 2.5 m in any other zone;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Corner lots and sightlines:** Not confirmed. Checked Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide, Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018; not found there. - **Other rules:** Measure to the highest point from the average natural grade at the base, including above a retaining wall. Specified recreational fences using see-through materials have a height exception. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Zoning Bylaw, section 7.15](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "i. The height of a fence or wall shall be measured to the highest point from, and perpendicular to, a line representing the average natural grade level at its base, including where a fence or wall is constructed above a retaining wall;" … "iii. Fences used in association with recreational uses, such as playing fields, golf courses, driving ranges and tennis courts shall not be limited in height, provided such fences are constructed of materials that permit visibility, such as transparent mesh; and iv. Fences may be constructed on any portion of a lot, including within a required setback area, except closed fences and landscape screens shall be less than 2.0 m in height when sited in a required setback area from a lot line adjoining any residential use." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, section 7.15. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Zoning Bylaw, section 7.15](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON BYLAW NO. 832, 2018 CONSOLIDATED VERSION Final Readings July 24, 2018 LAST OFFICE CONSOLIDATION: December 18, 2025" … "7.15 Fences (Amendment Bylaw No. 862, 2019/Adopted May 7, 2019) (a) Except as otherwise specifically stated in this Bylaw; i. The height of a fence or wall shall be measured to the highest point from, and perpendicular to, a line representing the average natural grade level at its base, including where a fence or wall is constructed above a retaining wall; ii. The maximum height of a fence shall not exceed 1.2 m in a front yard and not more than 1.8 m on all other parts of a lot in a residential zone." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Sketch the lot before choosing a fence height. Show the street, the front of the building, each length of proposed fence and any intersection or driveway near it. The same fence can cross more than one regulated area. In a residential front yard, the usual maximum is 1.2 m. A fence may reach 2 m if the portion above 1.2 m uses transparent mesh. ## Steps 1. Check the fence provisions in [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896). Find the rule for each segment and the point from which height is measured. Mark where a segment changes from one yard or regulated area to another. 2. For a corner lot, also check visibility requirements. If the site slopes or the fence sits on a retaining wall, describe that to the planning office before ordering panels. ## Good to know - In a residential zone the usual limit outside the front yard is 1.8 m. Other zones have a 2.5 m limit, subject to the bylaw’s exceptions. - Measure to the highest point from the average natural grade at the base, including above a retaining wall. Specified recreational fences using see-through materials have a height exception. - Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. - Include any gates, screens or changes in material on your sketch. Ask planning to identify the applicable clause if it is unclear where a limit changes. - For a question about which yard the fence crosses and whether the corner has a sightline requirement, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. A sketch showing the street, house and proposed fence will help identify which limits you need. - Read the applicable provisions in [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446). ## Related questions - [Pemberton secondary suite and carriage house rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/secondary-suite.md) - [Pemberton zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Fence height limits in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fence-rules.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/fence-rules.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/fence-rules.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/fence-rules.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/fence-rules.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/fence-rules.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/fence-rules.md) ## Sources - [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896) (read 2026-11-09) - [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) (read 2026-11-09) - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _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. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fence-rules/_ --- --- title: Pemberton permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages question: "Do I need a permit for a deck, shed, carport, or garage in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/deck-shed-garage-permit/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/deck-shed-garage-permit.json" --- # Pemberton permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages **Question:** Do I need a permit for a deck, shed, carport, or garage in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton’s guide exempts accessory buildings under 10 square metres from a building permit if they will not be used for residential occupancy. Setback and height rules still apply. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Sheds:** Pemberton’s guide exempts accessory buildings under 10 square metres from a building permit if they will not be used for residential occupancy. - Source: [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896) - Official wording: "accessory buildings (e.g. storage shed) less than 10 square metres in size, not to be used for residential occupancy (note: even though a permit is not required, the structure must still comply with zoning regulations with respect to setbacks and height." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Decks:** Not confirmed. Checked Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide, Building Bylaw; not found there. - **Garages and carports:** Not confirmed. Checked Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide, Building Bylaw; not found there. - **Zoning limits:** Setbacks and height limits still apply to a permit-exempt shed. - Source: [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896) - Official wording: "even though a permit is not required, the structure must still comply with zoning regulations with respect to setbacks and height." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Building Bylaw No. 912, 2021. - Source: [Building Bylaw, Sections 1.1 and 4, citation and scope](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361) - Official wording: "PART 1: CITATION 1.1 This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as the “Village of Pemberton Building Bylaw No. 912, 2021”" … "PART 4: SCOPE AND EXEMPTIONS 4.1. This Bylaw applies to the design, construction, and occupancy of new buildings and structures and the alteration, reconstruction, demolition, removal, relocation, and occupancy of existing buildings and structures. 4.2 This Bylaw does not apply to: (a) a building or structure commonly known as “Canadian Standards Association Z240 MH series, Z241 series, or A277 series”, except as regulated by the Building Code; or (b) another building or structure exempted by Part 1 of the Building Code except as expressly" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Describe exactly what you are building. A storage shed, a roofed carport, an enclosed garage and an elevated or covered deck do different things, even when they have the same footprint. Setbacks and height limits still apply to a permit-exempt shed. ## Steps 1. Check your proposed structure against [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896). Measure the footprint and height. For a deck, also record the height above ground and whether the work adds a roof or enclosure. 2. Draw the structure in relation to the home, lot lines and other buildings. Compare the design with both the permit threshold and the rules for siting it on the lot. 3. Use Pemberton’s online permit application. ## Good to know - Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. - If you later connect the structure to the house, enclose it or change its intended use, ask the permit office about that revised design. - For a question about the footprint, height above grade and distance from each property line, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. Give the height at the highest point above adjacent ground if the land slopes. - Read the applicable provisions in [Building Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361). ## Related questions - [Pemberton building permits: when you need one and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit.md) - [Pemberton building permit fees](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit-fees.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Deck and shed permit thresholds in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) ## Sources - [Pemberton Good Neighbour Guide (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/323896) (read 2026-11-09) - [Apply for a Permit](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit) (read 2026-11-09) - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Building Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322361) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 3 of 5 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/deck-shed-garage-permit/_ --- --- title: Pemberton building permit fees question: "How much does a building permit cost in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit-fees/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit-fees.json" --- # Pemberton building permit fees **Question:** How much does a building permit cost in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton lists building permit prices in Schedule T of its fees and charges bylaw. Pay by debit, cash or cheque at the Village office, or by credit card online through OptionPay. Online processing fees may apply. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Cost:** $100 minimum per building, pool or pond permit. **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Lowest fee:** $100 minimum per building, pool or pond permit. - Source: [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T, Schedule T, building permit fees](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322374) - Official wording: "SCHEDULE T – BUILDING (Amendment Bylaw No. 913, 2021) (Amendment Bylaw No. 923, 2022) (Amendment Bylaw No. 951, 2023) 1. The following fees, charges, and deposits apply to services that are or may be provided under Building Bylaw No. 912, 2021: Fee Type Fee Unit Building Permit Fees Building permit; pool permit; pond permit* $10.00 / $1,000 of cost of construction or fraction thereof up to $100,000 $7.00 / $1,000 of cost of construction or fraction thereof in excess of $100,000 $100 minimum fee per permit" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **How the fee is worked out:** $10 per $1,000 of construction cost or fraction up to $100,000, then $7 per $1,000 or fraction above $100,000. Minimum $100. - Source: [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T, Schedule T, building permit fees](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322374) - Official wording: "Building Permit Fees Building permit; pool permit; pond permit* $10.00 / $1,000 of cost of construction or fraction thereof up to $100,000 $7.00 / $1,000 of cost of construction or fraction thereof in excess of $100,000 $100 minimum fee per permit" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Application or plan review fee:** Not confirmed. Checked Apply for a Permit: Village of Pemberton, Village building permit fees, Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T (PDF); not found there. - **Other fees:** Not confirmed. Checked Apply for a Permit: Village of Pemberton, Village building permit fees, Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T (PDF); not found there. - **How to pay:** Pay online by credit card through OptionPay or by cash, cheque or debit at Municipal Hall. - Source: [Apply for a Permit, Permit Fees and Payment](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit) - Official wording: "Permit fees can be paid online through credit card using our OptionPay service. Please note processing fees may apply. The Village office (7400 Prospect St.) accepts Debit, Cash or Cheque in office. Credit Card payments are not accepted in office." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, 2021, Schedule T, for services under Building Bylaw No. 912, 2021. - Source: [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T, Schedule T, building](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322374) - Official wording: "SCHEDULE T – BUILDING (Amendment Bylaw No. 913, 2021) (Amendment Bylaw No. 923, 2022) (Amendment Bylaw No. 951, 2023) 1. The following fees, charges, and deposits apply to services that are or may be provided under Building Bylaw No. 912, 2021: Fee Type Fee Unit Building Permit Fees Building permit; pool permit; pond permit* $10.00 / $1,000 of cost of" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Start an estimate by identifying the kind of work, its construction value and which stage you are paying for. An amount collected when plans are submitted may cover a different part of the application than the final permit charge. Construction-value calculation — $10 per $1,000 of construction cost or fraction up to $100,000, then $7 per $1,000 or fraction above $100,000. Minimum $100. ## Steps 1. Find the charges for your project in [Apply for a Permit](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit). Find the line for your project in the fee schedule. Read the column heading, unit of value and any minimum before doing the calculation. 2. If the project crosses a fee band, check how the schedule treats the first band and the remaining value. Ask how the office determines construction value if your estimate includes several kinds of work. ## Good to know - Minimum charge — $100 minimum per building, pool or pond permit. - Use Pemberton’s online permit application. - When comparing the amount due with a quote, itemize any plan review, inspection or other charges separately. This makes it easier to ask which payment is credited toward the balance. - For a question about the fee schedule and the project value used for the calculation, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. Give an estimate for the entire proposed scope and distinguish any application charge already paid. - Read the applicable provisions in [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322374). ## Related questions - [Pemberton building permits: when you need one and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit.md) - [Pemberton permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Building permit fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/building-permit-fees.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/building-permit-fees.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/building-permit-fees.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/building-permit-fees.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/building-permit-fees.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/building-permit-fees.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/building-permit-fees.md) ## Sources - [Apply for a Permit](https://www.pemberton.ca/building-development/building-permits/apply-for-a-permit) (read 2026-11-09) - [Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 905, Schedule T (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322374) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/building-permit-fees/_ --- --- title: "Pemberton zoning: find your zone and what it allows" question: "How do I find my property’s zoning in Pemberton and check what I can build?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup.json" --- # Pemberton zoning: find your zone and what it allows **Question:** How do I find my property’s zoning in Pemberton and check what I can build? **Short answer:** Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. Select the parcel to read the zoning information, then consult that zone’s regulations before designing the project. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Email: Enquiries, developmentservices@pemberton.ca ## Key facts - **How to find your zone:** Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. - Source: [Using the Village geographic information system, PDF p. 3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) - Official wording: "Next, you can choose to type in your address in the search bar below the ribbon, or manually scrub through the map to find your property. Once you have located your property, you can click on it to bring the information box up. The information box will have the current zoning information." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Zoning bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, consolidated December 18, 2025. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON BYLAW NO. 832, 2018 CONSOLIDATED VERSION Final Readings July 24, 2018 LAST OFFICE CONSOLIDATION: December 18, 2025" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **What the zone controls:** The district sets permitted principal and accessory uses, lot size and width, building setbacks, lot coverage and heights. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Section 11.1, Residential 1 example](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "11.1Residential 1 (R-1) The Residential 1 (R-1) Zone is intended to accommodate detached dwellings within residential neighbourhoods. 11.1.1 Permitted Principal Uses (a) Dwelling, Detached 11.1.2 Permitted Accessory Uses (a) Bed and Breakfast (b) Home Occupation (c) Secondary Suite (d) Short-Term Rental 11.1.3 Lot Regulations a) Minimum Lot Size: 700 m2 b) Minimum Lot Width: 18 m" … "11.1.4 Building Regulations a) Minimum Principal Building Width: 7.6 m b) Minimum Front Setback: 6 m c) Minimum Rear Setback: 5 m d) Minimum Interior Side Setback (subject to Conditions of Use): 1.5 m e) Minimum Exterior Side Setback: 4.6 m f) Maximum Lot Coverage: 40% g) Maximum Number of Principal Buildings: 1 h) Maximum Number of Accessory Buildings: 2 i) Maximum Building Height, Principal: 10.5 m j) Maximum Building Height, Accessory: 4.6 m" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Contact:** Email Village Development Services at developmentservices@pemberton.ca for questions about the parcel map. - Source: [Using the Village geographic information system, Using the Village GIS, Questions](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) - Official wording: "map. Questions? Please contact developmentservices@pemberton.ca for any additional questions you may have." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, consolidated December 18, 2025. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON BYLAW NO. 832, 2018 CONSOLIDATED VERSION Final Readings July 24, 2018 LAST OFFICE CONSOLIDATION: December 18, 2025" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works A zoning search has two parts. The map identifies the district attached to a parcel. The written regulations explain what that district means for a proposed use, building size or location on the lot. The district sets permitted principal and accessory uses, lot size and width, building setbacks, lot coverage and heights. ## Steps 1. Start the parcel search with [Village of Pemberton map](https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/b6d340fe06ff4337bdf93c47d16034cc). Search for the civic address, select the actual parcel and copy the complete zone code, including any suffix. For a parcel crossed by a zone line, identify where the proposed work would sit. 2. Open the matching district or zone section. Read the permitted uses and the relevant dimensions together with definitions and any rules that apply across zones. ## Good to know - Email Village Development Services at developmentservices@pemberton.ca for questions about the parcel map. - Save the address, zone code and relevant section with your sketch. Give those details to planning when asking about an amendment, a site-specific provision or a boundary that is hard to read. - Read the applicable provisions in [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446). ## Zones 39 zones are listed from [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446). Each zone has its own page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning/index.json Look up the zone of an address: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning/lookup?address=123+Main+St ## Related questions - [Pemberton backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-chickens.md) - [Pemberton home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/home-based-business.md) - [Pemberton fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fence-rules.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Zoning maps in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/zoning-lookup.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/zoning-lookup.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/zoning-lookup.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/zoning-lookup.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/zoning-lookup.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/zoning-lookup.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/zoning-lookup.md) ## Sources - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Village of Pemberton map](https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/b6d340fe06ff4337bdf93c47d16034cc) (read 2026-11-09) - [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup/_ --- --- title: Pemberton secondary suite and carriage house rules question: "Can I add a secondary suite or a carriage house in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/secondary-suite/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/secondary-suite.json" --- # Pemberton secondary suite and carriage house rules **Question:** Can I add a secondary suite or a carriage house in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton permits secondary suites in detached homes. Unless the zone says otherwise, the limit is two suites per lot, with no more than two bedrooms in a suite. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Secondary suite allowed:** In R-1, a secondary suite is an accessory use to the permitted detached dwelling. Check the schedule for the actual parcel. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Section 11.1.2, R-1 permitted accessory uses](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "11.1Residential 1 (R-1) The Residential 1 (R-1) Zone is intended to accommodate detached dwellings within residential neighbourhoods. 11.1.1 Permitted Principal Uses (a) Dwelling, Detached 11.1.2 Permitted Accessory Uses (a) Bed and Breakfast (b) Home Occupation (c) Secondary Suite (d) Short-Term Rental" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Coach house or garden suite allowed:** Where the zone permits a carriage house, the home is on the second storey above a garage, storage building or similar use. Keep it at least 3 m from the dwelling. The residential floor area may not exceed 90 m². - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Zoning Bylaw section 7.10(a)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "7.10 Carriage Houses (Amendment Bylaw No. 975, 2024/Adopted December 10, 2024) (a) Where permitted in a zone, carriage houses shall be subject to the following regulations: i. The distance between the permitted dwelling unit and the carriage house shall be a minimum of 3.0 m; ii. The accessory dwelling unit of the carriage house shall be located on the second storey of an accessory building over top of a garage, storage building, or similar; (Amendment Bylaw No. 924, 2022/Adopted May 17, 2022) iii. Notwithstanding any other regulation in a zone, accessory buildings with a carriage house may be constructed to a maximum height of two (2) storeys; iv. The gross floor area of the residential dwelling in a carriage house shall not exceed 90 m2;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Limits:** A maximum of two bedrooms per suite. Unless the zone provides otherwise, up to two suites per lot. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, PDF p. 66](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "(b) Unless a zone specifically provides for otherwise, only two (2) secondary suites are permitted on a lot; (c) A secondary suite shall not have more than two (2) bedrooms;Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw 832, 2018" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Parking:** Not confirmed. Checked Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018; not found there. - **Permits:** Not confirmed. Checked Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018; not found there. - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, consolidated December 18, 2025. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON BYLAW NO. 832, 2018 CONSOLIDATED VERSION Final Readings July 24, 2018 LAST OFFICE CONSOLIDATION: December 18, 2025" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works First identify the kind of dwelling you want to add. A suite inside the main building and a separate dwelling in a backyard building can have different names and different permissions in the zoning bylaw. A maximum of two bedrooms per suite. Unless the zone provides otherwise, up to two suites per lot. ## Steps 1. Check the housing guidance in [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446). Find the parcel's zone and look up the dwelling type you intend to create. Describe whether the space is existing, new or part of a detached building. 2. Show the existing dwellings, proposed entrance and parking on a sketch. Ask planning about permitted use and the building office about the work needed for the space. ## Good to know - Where the zone permits a carriage house, the home is on the second storey above a garage, storage building or similar use. Keep it at least 3 m from the dwelling. The residential floor area may not exceed 90 m². - In R-1, a secondary suite is an accessory use to the permitted detached dwelling. Check the schedule for the actual parcel. - Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. - When discussing an existing unit, distinguish what a current zone permits from any approvals already on file for that particular unit. - For a question about the dwelling type, the zone and whether the proposed suite is attached or detached, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. ## Related questions - [Pemberton fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fence-rules.md) - [Pemberton zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Secondary suite and carriage house rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/secondary-suite.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/secondary-suite.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/secondary-suite.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/secondary-suite.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/secondary-suite.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/secondary-suite.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/secondary-suite.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) (read 2026-11-09) - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/secondary-suite/_ --- --- title: Pemberton watering restrictions question: "Are there lawn sprinkling or watering restrictions in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Water, sewer, roads and snow owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/water-restrictions/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/water-restrictions.json" --- # Pemberton watering restrictions **Question:** Are there lawn sprinkling or watering restrictions in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton’s annual water restrictions run from June 1 through September 30. The Village adjusts the level according to demand and weather, so use its posted level to find the watering days for your address. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **When restrictions apply:** Pemberton’s annual water restrictions run from June 1 through September 30. - Source: [Water Restrictions, Staff Access](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/water-sewer/water-restrictions) - Official wording: "With population growth and the impacts of climate change, there is increasing pressure on our water supply. Water restrictions help ensure there is enough treated drinking water for everyone during the dry summer months. Water restrictions are in effect annually from June 1 through September 30, with levels adjusted based on weather conditions and water use." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Sprinkling schedule:** At Level 2, even addresses sprinkle Thursday and Sunday, odd addresses Wednesday and Saturday, 4–9 a.m. or 7–10 p.m. In-ground irrigation runs 10 p.m.–4 a.m. the following day. Check the posted level. - Source: [Water Restrictions, Level 2 Water Restrictions](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/water-sewer/water-restrictions) - Official wording: "## Level 2 Water Restrictions Even addresses water on Thursdays and Sundays Odd addresses water on Wednesdays and Saturdays Sprinkling between 4 - 9am or 7 - 10pm In-ground irrigation systems between 10pm - 4am the following day Hand watering, drip irrigation, or vegetable garden watering is permitted." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Allowed at any time:** Not confirmed. Checked Water Restrictions: Village of Pemberton, Outdoor Water Use Bylaw; not found there. - **New lawns:** Apply for a permit for new sod, seed or substantial new landscaping. A permit may last up to 90 days and must be displayed on site. At Level Two or higher, the Village may refuse, suspend, change or cancel it. - Source: [Outdoor Water Use Bylaw, Sections 7.1–7.4, permits](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322241) - Official wording: "7. PERMITS 7.1 A person, owner or occupant of a parcel may apply to the Village Official for a permit that allows for sprinkling on the premises despite a period of water restrictions: (a) a new lawn, either by replacing sod or by seeding; (b) who has installed new landscaping on a substantial part of the outdoor portion of a premises. 7.2 The Village Official may require the applicant for a permit to produce such information as he or she considers relevant in the circumstances, and taking into account the potential impact of the proposed activity on the Water supply, may refuse, suspend, modify or cancel a permit if the activity occurs during a Level Two or higher water restriction period or otherwise would, in the Village Official’s opinion, adversely affect Water conservation in the circumstances. 7.3 A permit issued under Section 7.2 shall be conspicuously displayed at the premises for which it was issued 7.4 A permit may be issued for up to ninety (90) days." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine:** Not confirmed. Checked Water Restrictions: Village of Pemberton, Outdoor Water Use Bylaw, Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020; not found there. - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Outdoor Water Use Regulation Bylaw No. 792, 2015. - Source: [Outdoor Water Use Bylaw, Section 1, citation](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322241) - Official wording: "1. CITATION This Bylaw may be cited as “Village of Pemberton Outdoor Water Use Regulation Bylaw No. 792, 2015.”" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Look up the restriction for the water system serving the address. The type of planting and method of watering matter too. A lawn sprinkler, a hand-held hose used on shrubs and a newly planted lawn can have different rules. At Level 2, even addresses sprinkle Thursday and Sunday, odd addresses Wednesday and Saturday, 4–9 a.m. or 7–10 p.m. In-ground irrigation runs 10 p.m.–4 a.m. the following day. Check the posted level. ## Steps 1. Check the current local instructions in [Water Restrictions](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/water-sewer/water-restrictions). Identify the current stage, the property address and whether the watering is automatic or manual. Use the schedule for that combination. 2. Check the permitted day and time before programming a controller. If there is a temporary restriction, read the notice for its dates and the uses it covers. ## Good to know - Apply for a permit for new sod, seed or substantial new landscaping. A permit may last up to 90 days and must be displayed on site. At Level Two or higher, the Village may refuse, suspend, change or cancel it. - For a new lawn or another special circumstance, check the conditions before watering outside the ordinary schedule. Keep any approved permit with the irrigation schedule. - For a question about the water supplier, restriction stage and type of irrigation, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. For a multi-unit property, use the service address on the water account. - Read the applicable provisions in [Outdoor Water Use Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322241). ## The same question elsewhere - [Watering restrictions in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/water-restrictions.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/water-restrictions.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/water-restrictions.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/water-restrictions.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/water-restrictions.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/water-restrictions.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/water-restrictions.md) ## Sources - [Water Restrictions](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/water-sewer/water-restrictions) (read 2026-11-09) - [Outdoor Water Use Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322241) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/water-restrictions/_ --- --- title: "Pemberton dog licences: fees and how to get one" question: "How do I get a dog licence in Pemberton, and what does it cost?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-licence/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-licence.json" --- # Pemberton dog licences: fees and how to get one **Question:** How do I get a dog licence in Pemberton, and what does it cost? **Short answer:** In Pemberton, a dog over three months old must have an annual Village licence. The tag expires December 31. Use the Village’s dog licence application for the current price. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Cost:** Spayed or neutered — $25 for a new licence or renewal before January 31, $40 for renewal after January 31. Unaltered — For an unaltered dog over 18 months, $65 new or renewed before January 31 and $85 for renewal after January 31. Under six months the form lists $15. Ask the Village about the unlisted age band. Other rates — The application lists $100 for a dangerous dog and $10 for a replacement tag. **How long:** December 31 each year. **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Licence required:** In Pemberton, a dog over three months old must have an annual Village licence. (Sources differ: Section 1.1 sets the licensing threshold at over three months. The Village application page uses broader wording about puppies.) - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 6](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "1. Licencing of Dogs 1.1. No person shall keep, own, harbour or be in possession of any dog over the age of three (3) months within the Village unless such dog is licensed as provided by this bylaw. 1.2. The owner of a dog shall obtain an annual licence for such dog by paying the fee. (Amendment Bylaw No. 905, 2021)" - Source: [Dog licence application, Staff Access](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) - Official wording: "In accordance with Consolidated Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, all dogs (including puppies) living within municipal boundaries must wear a valid Village of Pemberton dog licence tag at all times. Annual dog licences are valid from January 1 to December 31 each year." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Issued by:** Village of Pemberton. - Source: [Animals & Pets: Village of Pemberton, Dog licensing](https://www.pemberton.ca/community/animals-pets) - Official wording: "## Dog Licensing All dogs in Pemberton must be licensed annually through the Village. Licensing helps us reunite lost pets with their families and ensures compliance with local bylaws. Dog licences also contribute to community initiatives such as maintaining doggie bag dispensers and supporting the Pemberton Animal Wellbeing Society (PAWS)." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fee, spayed or neutered:** $25 for a new licence or renewal before January 31, $40 for renewal after January 31. - Source: [Dog licence application, Staff Access](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) - Official wording: "Licence Type | New Licence | Renewal Fee (before Jan 31st) | Renewal Fee (after Jan 31st)" … "Neutered/Spayed Dog | $25.00 | $25.00 | $40.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fee, not spayed or neutered:** For an unaltered dog over 18 months, $65 new or renewed before January 31 and $85 for renewal after January 31. Under six months the form lists $15. Ask the Village about the unlisted age band. - Source: [Dog licence application, Staff Access](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) - Official wording: "Licence Type | New Licence | Renewal Fee (before Jan 31st) | Renewal Fee (after Jan 31st) Unneutered/Unspayed Dog Over 18 Months | $65.00 | $65.00 | $85.00" … "Under 6 Months Dog | $15.00 | $15.00 | N/A" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Other fees and discounts:** The application lists $100 for a dangerous dog and $10 for a replacement tag. - Source: [Dog licence application, Staff Access](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) - Official wording: "Dangerous Dog | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 Replacement Tag | $10.00 | $10.00 | N/A" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Renewal:** December 31 each year. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 7](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "i. expires on the thirty-first (31st) day of December of the year in which it is issued; and" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **How to get one:** Complete the Village application and pay online via OptionPay or in person at the Village Office. The online payment vendor charges fees. - Source: [Dog licence application, Dog licence application, payment options](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) - Official wording: "## Payment Options [Input] How would you like to pay? * [Input] Online Payment [Input] Pay In Person at the Village Office #### Online Payments can be made online via OptionPay (third party vendor fees apply). Visit payment.optionpay.ca/village-of-pemberton to purchase your dog licence online." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine, unlicensed dog:** An unlicensed dog carries $75, $50 early or $100 late. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Schedule, Animal Control Bylaw section 1.1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Applicable Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 1.1 Unlicensed dog: $75$50$100 Yes $25 2.1, 2.2 Dog at large or in prohibited area: $50$25$75 No Not" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "This Bylaw shall be cited as the Village of Pemberton "Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Before applying, work out which fee category fits your dog. If you have recently moved or acquired the dog, compare the date you moved or took ownership with the licensing and renewal dates. Complete the Village application and pay online via OptionPay or in person at the Village Office. The online payment vendor charges fees. ## Steps 1. Start with [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279). Check the age requirement and the fee for your dog's circumstances before paying. 2. If you are claiming a reduced rate, check what proof the licensing office accepts and whether the reduction applies to a first licence, a renewal or both. ## Good to know - Spayed or neutered dogs — $25 for a new licence or renewal before January 31, $40 for renewal after January 31. - For an unaltered dog over 18 months, $65 new or renewed before January 31 and $85 for renewal after January 31. Under six months the form lists $15. Ask the Village about the unlisted age band. - The application lists $100 for a dangerous dog and $10 for a replacement tag. - December 31 each year. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Official forms and pages - [Dog licence application](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) ## Related questions - [Pemberton dog leash rules and off-leash areas](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-leash-rules.md) - [How many dogs or cats you can keep in Pemberton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/how-many-pets.md) - [Pemberton rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dangerous-dogs.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dog licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-licence.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/dog-licence.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/dog-licence.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/dog-licence.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/dog-licence.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/dog-licence.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/dog-licence.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) (read 2026-11-09) - [Dog licence application](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) (read 2026-11-09) - [Municipal Hall contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) - [Animals & Pets: Village of Pemberton](https://www.pemberton.ca/community/animals-pets) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 9 of 9 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-licence/_ --- --- title: Pemberton dog leash rules and off-leash areas question: "Where can dogs go off leash in Pemberton, and what are the leash rules?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-leash-rules/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-leash-rules.json" --- # Pemberton dog leash rules and off-leash areas **Question:** Where can dogs go off leash in Pemberton, and what are the leash rules? **Short answer:** Leash your dog in public in Pemberton unless you are in a designated off-leash area. Carry bags and remove your dog’s waste. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) ## Key facts - **Leash rule:** Leash your dog in public in Pemberton unless you are in a designated off-leash area. - Source: [Animals & Pets, Paw-sitive Pet Etiquette](https://www.pemberton.ca/community/animals-pets) - Official wording: "* Leash Up: Keep your dog leashed in all public spaces unless in designated off-leash areas. This keeps your pet and others safe." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Maximum leash length:** Use a leash no longer than 2 m, attached to the collar or harness and strong enough to control the dog. A dangerous dog in public must be muzzled and on a leash no longer than 1 m. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, Definition of leash and dangerous dogs in public places](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "Leash means a rope, chain, cord, or leather strip no longer than 2 metres, attached to the collar or harness of a dog, of sufficient strength to be used for controlling and restraining the activity of the dog; (Amendment Bylaw No. 870, 2019)" … "the owner or person responsible for the dangerous dog must: (a) within 30 days of the date of Notice, display an aggressive dog sign at each entrance to the property and building where the dog is kept so that the aggressive dog sign is visible to any person entering the property; (b) not cause, permit or allow the dog to be in any public place, unless the dog is muzzled and secured on a leash, no longer than one (1) metre, to its owner or to the competent person responsible for the dog;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Off-leash areas:** The northeast corner of One Mile Lake Park is designated off leash. Other areas must be designated by the Village. The owner must maintain verbal control and prevent injury or damage. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, Sections 2.3 and 2.7](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "2.3. Notwithstanding subsection 2.1, a dog is not required to be on a leash while in the designated off-leash area located on the northeast corner of One Mile Lake Park or any other Village designated off-leash area;" … "2.7. The owner of any dog that is lawfully not on a leash pursuant to subsection 2.3 shall: a) keep the dog under control by verbal command at all times; b) ensure that the dog does not cause injury to any person or other animal or damage to any property." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Places dogs are not allowed:** Keep dogs off school playing fields and out of public spaces posted against dogs. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, Section 2.2, dog control](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "2.1. An owner shall ensure his or her dog does not run at large within the Village; 2.2. An owner shall ensure his or her dog does not enter the school playing fields or any other public space that has signage posted at any time; 2.3. Notwithstanding subsection 2.1, a dog is not required to be on a leash while in the designated off-leash area located on the northeast corner of One Mile Lake Park or any other Village designated off-leash area;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Cleaning up:** Carry bags and clean up after your dog. - Source: [Animals & Pets, Paw-sitive Pet Etiquette](https://www.pemberton.ca/community/animals-pets) - Official wording: "* Pick Up After Your Pet: Always carry bags and clean up after your dog. Proper disposal keeps our parks and trails clean for everyone." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine, dog at large or off leash:** A dog at large or in a prohibited area carries $50, $25 early or $75 late. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Schedule, Animal Control Bylaw sections 2.1 and 2.2](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Applicable Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 1.1 Unlicensed dog: $75$50$100 Yes $25 2.1, 2.2 Dog at large or in prohibited area: $50$25$75 No Not Applicable" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "This Bylaw shall be cited as the Village of Pemberton "Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Plan the whole walk, including the path from the parking area to the off-leash space. A designation for one part of a park can leave the adjoining trail, beach or playing field subject to different rules. The northeast corner of One Mile Lake Park is designated off leash. Other areas must be designated by the Village. The owner must maintain verbal control and prevent injury or damage. ## Steps 1. Check the park or area in [Animals & Pets](https://www.pemberton.ca/community/animals-pets). Look up the specific park or trail you intend to use. Check the description against the signs where you enter. 2. Take a leash even if your destination has an off-leash area. Know where the designated section ends before letting your dog run. ## Good to know - Keep dogs off school playing fields and out of public spaces posted against dogs. - Use a leash no longer than 2 m, attached to the collar or harness and strong enough to control the dog. A dangerous dog in public must be muzzled and on a leash no longer than 1 m. - Carry bags and clean up after your dog. - A dog at large or in a prohibited area carries $50, $25 early or $75 late. - Read the applicable provisions in [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF), Village of Pemberton](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) and [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Related questions - [Pemberton dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-licence.md) - [How many dogs or cats you can keep in Pemberton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/how-many-pets.md) - [Pemberton rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dangerous-dogs.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dog leash rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/dog-leash-rules.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/dog-leash-rules.md) ## Sources - [Animals & Pets](https://www.pemberton.ca/community/animals-pets) (read 2026-11-09) - [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF), Village of Pemberton](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) (read 2026-11-09) - [Dog licence application](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 7 of 7 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-leash-rules/_ --- --- title: Pemberton rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs question: "What are the rules for aggressive or dangerous dogs in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dangerous-dogs/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dangerous-dogs.json" --- # Pemberton rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs **Question:** What are the rules for aggressive or dangerous dogs in Pemberton? **Short answer:** In Pemberton, a dog designated aggressive must be muzzled and held on a leash no longer than two metres in public. Keep it out of off-leash areas. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **How a dog is declared dangerous or aggressive:** A bylaw enforcement officer can designate a dog based on reasonable grounds and delivers notice to the owner. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, Sections 4.1 and 4.2, aggressive-dog designation](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "4. Aggressive Dogs 4.1. A Bylaw Enforcement Officer may designate a dog as an aggressive dog for the purposes of this Bylaw, based on his or her own knowledge or observation, a written communication from another Bylaw Enforcement Officer, or a written complaint about the dog that provides reasonable grounds for the designation. 4.2 (Amendment Bylaw No. 870, 2019) If the Bylaw Enforcement Officer has designated a dog as an aggressive dog, the Bylaw Enforcement Officer will deliver to the owner or other person responsible for the dog, if that person is known, written notice advising that the dog has been so designated." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Rules for owners:** In Pemberton, a dog designated aggressive must be muzzled and held on a leash no longer than two metres in public. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 11](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "(b) not cause, permit or allow the dog to be in any public place, unless the dog is muzzled and secured on a leash, no longer than two (2) metres, to its owner or to the competent person responsible for the dog;" … "(e) not cause, permit, or allow the dog to enter any off-leash area; and" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Licence fee:** Not confirmed. Checked Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018; not found there. - **How to report:** Not confirmed. Checked Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018; not found there. - **Fine:** Failure to take the required control measures for an aggressive dog is $300, $250 early or $350 late. The separate dangerous-dog control, confinement or notification offence is $500, $400 early or $500 late. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Animal Control bylaw notice schedule, sections 4 and 7](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Failing to take stipulated measures regarding the control of an aggressive dog $300$250$350 Yes$2007.1 Keeping a dangerous dog without a licence $500 $400 $500 Yes$250 7.2 Failing to take stipulated measures regarding the control, confinement, or notification of a dangerous dog $500 $400 $500 Yes$250" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "This Bylaw shall be cited as the Village of Pemberton "Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Describe what the dog did and where it happened. Details such as pursuit, a bite, an injury or the presence of another animal help an officer distinguish the incident you saw from a description of the dog's temperament. Failure to take the required control measures for an aggressive dog is $300, $250 early or $350 late. The separate dangerous-dog control, confinement or notification offence is $500, $400 early or $500 late. ## Steps 1. For the local definition and reporting information, consult [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279). Write down the location, time and sequence of events. Identify what you saw yourself and how an officer can reach any witnesses. 2. Use the reporting information below or the animal-control contact in the linked rules. If you receive a designation, read the conditions before taking the dog into a public place. ## Good to know - A bylaw enforcement officer can designate a dog based on reasonable grounds and delivers notice to the owner. - The application lists $100 for a dangerous dog and $10 for a replacement tag. - Keep any written notice. If its terms are unclear, refer to the wording on the notice when asking about handling, confinement or review. - For a question about how to submit the incident details and obtain a reference number, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Related questions - [Pemberton dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-licence.md) - [Pemberton dog leash rules and off-leash areas](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-leash-rules.md) - [How many dogs or cats you can keep in Pemberton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/how-many-pets.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dangerous dog rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/dangerous-dogs.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) (read 2026-11-09) - [Dog licence application](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dangerous-dogs/_ --- --- title: How many dogs or cats you can keep in Pemberton question: "How many dogs or cats can I keep in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/how-many-pets/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/how-many-pets.json" --- # How many dogs or cats you can keep in Pemberton **Question:** How many dogs or cats can I keep in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton allows up to three dogs per person. Keeping more requires meeting the kennel requirements and obtaining a kennel licence. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Dogs allowed:** Pemberton allows up to three dogs per person. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 8](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "2.8. No person shall own more than three (3) dogs unless the person meets the requirements for operating a kennel and has obtained a licence under section 8." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Cats allowed:** Not confirmed. Checked Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018; not found there. - **Other animal limits:** Not confirmed. Checked Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018; not found there. - **Exceptions:** A kennel operator needs the appropriate licence to exceed three dogs. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 8](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "2.8. No person shall own more than three (3) dogs unless the person meets the requirements for operating a kennel and has obtained a licence under section 8." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine:** Keeping more than three dogs contrary to the regulations carries $150, $100 early or $200 late. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Animal Control bylaw notice schedule, dog numbers](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "keeping more than three (3) dogs contrary to regulations $150 $100 $200 Yes $50" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "This Bylaw shall be cited as the Village of Pemberton "Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works When counting pets, check who the limit applies to and which animals it includes. A rule written for one person, one household or one property can produce different answers for people sharing a home. A kennel operator needs the appropriate licence to exceed three dogs. ## Steps 1. Read the household limits in [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279). List the species and ages of the animals that would live at the address, including the ones already there. 2. Read the wording for that species. If the plan involves boarding, breeding or fostering, ask whether the address and activity fall under a separate provision. ## Good to know - Keeping more than three dogs contrary to the regulations carries $150, $100 early or $200 late. - In Pemberton, a dog over three months old must have an annual Village licence. - Complete the Village application and pay online via OptionPay or in person at the Village Office. The online payment vendor charges fees. - Give the office the actual numbers when asking about an exception. A licence for an individual animal answers a different question from how many may be kept together. - For a question about the limit for your combination of animals and whether an exception applies, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Related questions - [Pemberton dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-licence.md) - [Pemberton dog leash rules and off-leash areas](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Pemberton rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/dangerous-dogs.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dog and cat limits in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/how-many-pets.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/how-many-pets.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/how-many-pets.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/how-many-pets.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/how-many-pets.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/how-many-pets.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/how-many-pets.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) (read 2026-11-09) - [Dog licence application](https://www.pemberton.ca/forms/dog-licence-application) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 6 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/how-many-pets/_ --- --- title: Pemberton backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules question: "Can I keep chickens, bees, or other livestock in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-chickens/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-chickens.json" --- # Pemberton backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules **Question:** Can I keep chickens, bees, or other livestock in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton requires a backyard hen permit and compliance with zoning. Residents can keep up to five hens per parcel. Apply in writing and include the permit fee. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Hens allowed:** In zones that allow backyard hens, the backyard rules cover lots over 600 m² and under 0.4 ha. Lots of 0.4 ha or more follow the agriculture provisions. The backyard limit is five hens. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Zoning Bylaw section 7.6(a)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "7.6 Backyard Hen Keeping (a) For lots on which backyard hen keeping is permitted, the following regulations apply: i. Backyard hen keeping is permitted on lots greater than 600 m2 and less than 0.4 ha in area; on lots that are 0.4 ha or greater, backyard hen keeping shall comply with regulations and conditions of use for Agriculture; ii. A maximum of five (5) hens is permitted and no roosters are permitted; and iii. An enclosure for the keeping of hens shall be provided." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Most hens:** Up to five hens per parcel. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 16](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "c) Keep no more than five (5) Backyard Hens on any parcel of land despite the number of permissible dwelling units on that parcel;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Roosters:** Roosters are prohibited under the backyard hen rules. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Zoning Bylaw section 7.6(a)(ii)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "7.6 Backyard Hen Keeping (a) For lots on which backyard hen keeping is permitted, the following regulations apply: i. Backyard hen keeping is permitted on lots greater than 600 m2 and less than 0.4 ha in area; on lots that are 0.4 ha or greater, backyard hen keeping shall comply with regulations and conditions of use for Agriculture; ii. A maximum of five (5) hens is permitted and no roosters are permitted; and iii. An enclosure for the keeping of hens shall be provided." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Coop rules:** Keep hens in a secure coop from sunset until 7 a.m., with food and water containers in the coop. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 17](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "f) Keep a food container and water container in each Coop; g) Ensure that all Backyard Hens are kept within a secure Coop from sunset to 7:00 a.m.; h) Ensure that each Backyard Hen remains at all times in a Coop or" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Permit or registration:** Pemberton requires a backyard hen permit and compliance with zoning. - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 16](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "8.1. A person must not keep Backyard Hens except in accordance with this Bylaw, the Zoning Bylaw and with a Backyard Hen Keeping Permit." … "9.1. A person may apply for a Backyard Hen Keeping Permit by submitting an application in writing to the Manager, in a form approved by the Manager, together with a non-refundable permit fee. (Amendment Bylaw No. 905, 2021)" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bees:** In B.C., register the beekeeper and each apiary together. Local permission, hive numbers and siting for this property still need confirmation. - Source: [B.C. Bee Regulation, B.C. Reg. 3/2015, B.C. Bee Regulation section 3(1), registration](https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/3_2015) - Official wording: "#### Registration 3 (1) Both of the following must be registered together on an application for registration, including an application to renew a registration, made under section 12 (1) of the Act: (a) the person who will engage in beekeeping; (b) each apiary in relation to which the person will engage in beekeeping." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Other livestock:** Not confirmed. Checked Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, Village of Pemberton, Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF); not found there. - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 - Source: [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018, PDF p. 3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) - Official wording: "This Bylaw shall be cited as the Village of Pemberton "Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Start with the property, then plan the flock and the enclosure. The number of birds is only one part of the decision. How the bylaw describes the lot, the type of bird and the location of the coop can all affect a proposal. Keep hens in a secure coop from sunset until 7 a.m., with food and water containers in the coop. ## Steps 1. Check the rules for your flock in [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279). Find the property's zone and draw the proposed coop and run in relation to the home, neighbouring lots and street. 2. Identify the number, age and type of birds you plan to keep. Compare those details with the limits below before buying birds or materials. ## Good to know - In zones that allow backyard hens, the backyard rules cover lots over 600 m² and under 0.4 ha. Lots of 0.4 ha or more follow the agriculture provisions. The backyard limit is five hens. - In B.C., register the beekeeper and each apiary together. Local permission, hive numbers and siting for this property still need confirmation. - Roosters are prohibited under the backyard hen rules. - For bees or another species, ask about that species by name. A provision covering laying hens does not establish permission to keep every type of poultry or livestock. - For a question about the proposed number of birds, lot size and coop location, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. - Read the applicable provisions in [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446). ## Related questions - [Pemberton home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/home-based-business.md) - [Pemberton zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Backyard chicken rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-chickens.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/backyard-chickens.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/backyard-chickens.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/backyard-chickens.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/backyard-chickens.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/backyard-chickens.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/backyard-chickens.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control Bylaw No. 839, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322279) (read 2026-11-09) - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) - [B.C. Bee Regulation, B.C. Reg. 3/2015](https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/3_2015) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 7 of 8 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-chickens/_ --- --- title: Pemberton RV, boat and trailer parking rules question: "Can I park an RV, boat, or trailer on the street or in my yard in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Parking, tickets and driving owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/rv-boat-trailer-parking/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/rv-boat-trailer-parking.json" --- # Pemberton RV, boat and trailer parking rules **Question:** Can I park an RV, boat, or trailer on the street or in my yard in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton’s zoning bylaw generally prohibits on-street parking of campers, RVs, utility trailers and watercraft trailers except where the bylaw expressly allows it. Ask the Village about storage on your lot. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **On the street:** Pemberton’s zoning bylaw generally prohibits on-street parking of campers, RVs, utility trailers and watercraft trailers except where the bylaw expressly allows it. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, PDF p. 53](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "(b) For greater certainty, the following uses are prohibited in all zones except where permitted for in this Bylaw: i. A track for the racing of motor vehicles; ii. The on-street parking of personal water craft and other watercraft trailers, campers, utility trailers and recreation vehicles;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **On your property:** Not confirmed. Checked ZONING BYLAW, Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw; not found there. - **Living in an RV:** Camping in a vehicle or trailer in a public parking lot or parking space is prohibited. Check the zone separately for private land. - Source: [Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw, Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw section 7.1, public parking lots](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322299) - Official wording: "7.1. A person must not park any vehicle or trailer on any public parking lot or in a parking space: (Amendment Bylaw No. 933, 2022) a) for a period longer than the posted maximum time restriction; b) during any time period for which posted parking regulations designate theParking and Traffic Control Bylaw No. 840, 2018, Consolidated December 10, 2024 Page | 10 parking lot or parking space as a no parking zone; c) such that any portion of the vehicle or trailer: i. extends into the roadway or parking lot beyond the markings delineating the parking space; or ii. occupies more than one parking space; iii. for a period longer than 72 hours; iv. for camping;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine:** Not confirmed. Not found in the official sources that were read. - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON BYLAW NO. 832, 2018 CONSOLIDATED VERSION Final Readings July 24, 2018 LAST OFFICE CONSOLIDATION: December 18, 2025" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Identify where the vehicle or trailer will stand and how it will be used. A public street and a driveway are governed by different provisions. Storing a vehicle and occupying it as accommodation are also distinct questions. Camping in a vehicle or trailer in a public parking lot or parking space is prohibited. Check the zone separately for private land. ## Steps 1. Check the parking rules in [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446). Record the location, proposed dates, vehicle length and whether a trailer will be attached to a tow vehicle. Check posted signs at the actual street location. 2. For private land, find the parcel's zone and mark where the vehicle would sit. Tell planning whether it will be stored, used for sleeping or connected to services. 3. Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. ## Good to know - If you move it between the street and your property, check each location separately. Include the proposed duration when asking about a temporary arrangement. - For a question about the exact parking location, vehicle dimensions and proposed length of stay, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. If you intend to sleep in it, say so when describing the proposed use. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) and [Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322299). ## Related questions - [Pemberton bylaw fines and how tickets work](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/bylaw-fines.md) - [Pemberton zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [RV, boat and trailer parking rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) (read 2026-11-09) - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322299) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 3 of 5 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/rv-boat-trailer-parking/_ --- --- title: "Pemberton noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines" question: "What are the noise rules and quiet hours in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/noise-rules/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/noise-rules.json" --- # Pemberton noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines **Question:** What are the noise rules and quiet hours in Pemberton? **Short answer:** In Pemberton, noise that disrupts sleep is restricted after 11 p.m. and before 7 a.m. Monday to Saturday, or before 9 a.m. on Sundays and statutory holidays. Construction has its own hours. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **General rule:** No person may make disturbing noise during quiet hours or allow it on their property. Section 4 also prohibits certain vehicle noises and unreasonably loud or excessive noise at any time. - Source: [Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated, Sections 3–4, general and specific noise prohibitions](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/326264) - Official wording: "3. GENERAL 3.1. No person shall cause or make Noise during Quiet Hours. 3.2. No person being the owner or occupier of any premises or any real property shall allow or permit real property to be used to cause or make Noise during Quiet Hours. 3.3. No person or owner or occupier of any premises or any real property shall cause, make or allow any Noise prohibited under Section 4 of this Bylaw at any time. 4. PROHIBITED NOISES 4.1. The following Noises are prohibited:(a) motor vehicles without a functional muffler; (b) excessive vehicle noise such as excessive use of horn, squealing of tires, unattended car alarms, air horns, engine brakes or exhaust noise; and (c) unreasonably loud or excessive noise." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Quiet hours:** In Pemberton, noise that disrupts sleep is restricted after 11 p.m. and before 7 a.m. Monday to Saturday, or before 9 a.m. on Sundays and statutory holidays. - Source: [Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated, PDF p. 4](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/326264) - Official wording: "Quiet Hours (a) No person shall cause or permit noise of any kind, which by its nature is reasonably interrupting or would tend to interrupt the sleep of a person in the neighbourhood or vicinity, on a Monday to Saturday inclusive before 7:00 a.m. or after 11:00 p.m., or on a Sunday or statutory holiday before 9:00 a.m. or after 11:00 p.m." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Construction hours:** Noisy construction generally runs 7 a.m.–8 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday. Businesses are limited to 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on statutory holidays. - Source: [Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated, PDF p. 4](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/326264) - Official wording: "Construction Noise (b) No person shall, on a Monday to Friday inclusive before 7:00am or after 8:00pm, on a Saturday before 8:00am or after 8:00pm, or on a Sunday before 10:00am or after 4:00pm, engage in or permit construction in such a manner as to create a noise." … "(d) No business may engage in or permit construction in such a manner as to create a noise inclusive before 10:00am or after 4:00pm on a statutory holiday." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Other limits:** For a construction exemption, show why compliance is impossible or impractical and that surrounding property owners were notified. Apply in writing for approval to vary the hours. - Source: [Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated, Sections 7.1–7.2, construction exemptions](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/326264) - Official wording: "7. SPECIAL EXEMPTIONS 7.1. A person may submit an application for exemption from the provisions of this Bylaw to an Authorized Person regarding construction issues if it is impossible or impractical to comply. Where an Authorized Person considers that it is impossible or impractical to comply with Section 3, an Authorized Person may (a) exempt construction work from the provisions of section 5; and (b) determine the terms of an exemption under this subsection for a specific period of time. 7.2. The applicant must demonstrate that the surrounding property owners have been notified of the applicant's intent to vary the hours. Responsibility for obtaining written approval lies with the person carrying on the work. An application for exemption must be in writing and shall include the following:" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Who to call, business hours:** Not confirmed. Checked THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON; not found there. - **Who to call, after hours:** Not confirmed. Checked THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON; not found there. - **Fine:** Noise during quiet hours is $100, $75 early or $125 late. Construction noise is $250, $200 early or $300 late. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Bylaw Notice Enforcement schedule, Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, sections 3.1 and 5.1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012 3.1 Noise During Quiet Hours $100$75 $125 No Not Applicable 3.2 Permit Noise During Quiet Hours – $100 $75 $125 No Not Applicable 3.3 Prohibited Noise $100$75 $125 No Not Applicable 5.1 Construction Noise $250 $200$300 No Not" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated - Source: [Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/326264) - Official wording: "Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012 Adopted June 5, 2012" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works How the rule applies depends on the source of the sound. Identify whether the disturbance comes from a work site, equipment, amplified music or another activity before looking for a time limit. Noisy construction generally runs 7 a.m.–8 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday. Businesses are limited to 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on statutory holidays. ## Steps 1. Check the activity and hours in [Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/326264). Make a record of the date, start and end times, location and what you could hear. For a recurring disturbance, record each occurrence separately. 2. Compare the activity and the day of the week with the applicable provision. When reporting it, explain how it affected you and whether the noise is still happening. ## Good to know - For a construction exemption, show why compliance is impossible or impractical and that surrounding property owners were notified. Apply in writing for approval to vary the hours. - Noise during quiet hours is $100, $75 early or $125 late. Construction noise is $250, $200 early or $300 late. - No person may make disturbing noise during quiet hours or allow it on their property. Section 4 also prohibits certain vehicle noises and unreasonably loud or excessive noise at any time. - If you are planning work, check the provision for that activity before arranging deliveries or booking equipment. A construction window alone does not answer a complaint about music or voices. - For a question about the type of noise, the applicable hours and the location, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. Include the date and time in a complaint so the officer can identify the applicable provision. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Related questions - [Pemberton unsightly property rules and how to report](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/unsightly-property.md) - [Pemberton bylaw fines and how tickets work](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/bylaw-fines.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Noise bylaws in British Columbia: quiet hours, construction hours and fines by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/noise-rules.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/noise-rules.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/noise-rules.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/noise-rules.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/noise-rules.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/noise-rules.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/noise-rules.md) ## Sources - [Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012, consolidated (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/326264) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 8 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/noise-rules/_ --- --- title: Pemberton unsightly property rules and how to report question: "How do I report an unsightly or overgrown property in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/unsightly-property/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/unsightly-property.json" --- # Pemberton unsightly property rules and how to report **Question:** How do I report an unsightly or overgrown property in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton’s enforcement schedule covers discarded materials and rubbish accumulating on a property. Give the Village the address and describe the material when reporting a concern. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **What counts:** Pemberton’s enforcement schedule covers discarded materials and rubbish accumulating on a property. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, schedule for unsightly premises, PDF p. 10](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322331) - Official wording: "6.2 Causing, suffering or permitting or allowing the accumulation of filth, discarded materials, or rubbish of any kind to accumulate upon such real property $200 $150 $250 Yes $100" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **How to report:** Not confirmed. Checked Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw Consolidated; not found there. - **What happens next:** An authorized person may give written notice to the occupier and notify the registered owner or agent by registered mail. A recipient has 14 days from receipt to comply with the notice. - Source: [Unsightly Premises Bylaw, Section 9.1, notice of non-compliance](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322427) - Official wording: "9. NOTICE OF NON-COMPLIANCE 9.1 An Authorized Person may by written notice given to an occupier of the real property and by written notice sent by registered mail to the registered owner of the real property, or their agent, require the owners or occupiers of the real property, or their agent, to: a) remove from the real property the unsightly materials;b) clear the real property of noxious weeds, brush, shrubs, grass or other growth; or c) remove the graffiti; d) and every person receiving such a notice shall comply within 14 days of receipt of the notice. e) to construct a fence with appropriate screening, with the express purpose that unsightly materials may be stored behind the fence and not be visible from a public place or adjacent property. (Amendment Bylaw No. 638, 2009)" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine:** For accumulated filth, discarded material or rubbish, $200 standard, $150 if paid within 14 days and $250 after 28 days. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, schedule for unsightly premises, PDF p. 10](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322331) - Official wording: "6.2 Causing, suffering or permitting or allowing the accumulation of filth, discarded materials, or rubbish of any kind to accumulate upon such real property $200 $150 $250 Yes $100" - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, PDF p. 2](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "5.1.2 If the Village receives payment within fourteen (14) days after the date of the person receiving or being presumed to have received the bylaw notice, is the Early Payment Amount set out in column A2 of Schedule ‘A’; 5.1.3 If the Village has not received payment for more than 28 days after the date the person received or is presumed to have received the bylaw notice the penalty is the Late Payment Amount set out in column A3 of Schedule ‘A’;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Unsightly Premises By-law No. 476, 2002. - Source: [Unsightly Premises Bylaw, Section 1, citation](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322427) - Official wording: "1. TITLE This by-law may be cited as “Village of Pemberton Unsightly Premises By-law, No. 476, 2002”. 2. REPEAL" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Describe the condition a bylaw officer could locate on the property. An address, the part of the lot affected and a description of what has accumulated are more helpful than a general description of the property as untidy. An authorized person may give written notice to the occupier and notify the registered owner or agent by registered mail. A recipient has 14 days from receipt to comply with the notice. ## Steps 1. For the local rules or complaint route, use [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, schedule for unsightly premises (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322331). Write down the civic address or nearest identifiable location. Describe the material, vegetation or structure you are concerned about and how long you have observed it. 2. Report the condition through the local complaint channel. If you include a photograph, explain when it was taken and which part of the property it shows. ## Good to know - For accumulated filth, discarded material or rubbish, $200 standard, $150 if paid within 14 days and $250 after 28 days. - In Pemberton, a person receiving a bylaw notice has 14 days from actual or presumed receipt to pay or request dispute adjudication. - Keep a copy of what you submitted. Use the same address and any reference number if you later have more information about the original complaint. - For a question about how to submit the address and describe the condition visible there, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) and [Unsightly Premises Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322427). ## Related questions - [Pemberton noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/noise-rules.md) - [Pemberton bylaw fines and how tickets work](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/bylaw-fines.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Unsightly property fines in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/unsightly-property.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/unsightly-property.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/unsightly-property.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/unsightly-property.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/unsightly-property.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/unsightly-property.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/unsightly-property.md) ## Sources - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, schedule for unsightly premises (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322331) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Unsightly Premises Bylaw (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322427) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 4 of 5 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/unsightly-property/_ --- --- title: Pemberton backyard fire and burning rules question: "Can I have a backyard fire or burn yard waste in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-fire/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-fire.json" --- # Pemberton backyard fire and burning rules **Question:** Can I have a backyard fire or burn yard waste in Pemberton? **Short answer:** A backyard campfire in Pemberton needs a Village open-air burn permit from the fire hall. Check for an active ban before lighting it. The Village prohibits fires in public spaces such as riverbanks and trails. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Backyard campfires:** Not confirmed. Checked Pemberton Fire Rescue: Village of Pemberton; not found there. - **Burning yard waste:** Yard and garden waste burning is restricted to the times on the permit. - Source: [Pemberton Fire Rescue, The following are prohibited within the VOP:](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/pemberton-fire-rescue) - Official wording: "4. Burning of yard and/or garden waste, aside from permitted times/dates. Please refer to the Open-Air Burn Permit (available at the firehall) for more information." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Permit:** A backyard campfire in Pemberton needs a Village open-air burn permit from the fire hall. - Source: [Pemberton Fire Rescue, Types of Fire Permitted in the VOP:](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/pemberton-fire-rescue) - Official wording: "Category 1 (Category 1 Campfire): Village of Pemberton Open Air Burn Permit required. Please visit the Pemberton Fire Hall to obtain a permit." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fire bans:** Burn permits cannot be used while a ban is in effect. - Source: [Pemberton Fire Rescue, The following are prohibited within the VOP:](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/pemberton-fire-rescue) - Official wording: "1. Burning during burn bans" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Instead of burning:** The Pemberton Transfer Station at 1929 Stonecutter Place accepts yard waste on a rotating schedule. - Source: [Pemberton Transfer Station | Squamish-Lillooet Regional District, Location / ImageAccepted Materials](https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/recycling-composting-waste-landfill/facilities-programs/pemberton-area-c-facilities/pemberton-transfer-station) - Official wording: "1929 Stonecutter Place, Pemberton Industrial Park" … "ImageImage*(*)**Click to see Rotation Schedule *Tipping fees apply **Drywall, Yard Waste & Mattresses are not accepted outside of designated schedule." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine:** Starting or allowing an open-air fire without a permit is $250 ($200 within 14 days, $300 after 28 days). - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Schedule A, Fire Prevention section 7.1 and Part 5](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "5.1.2 If the Village receives payment within fourteen (14) days after the date of the person receiving or being presumed to have received the bylaw notice, is the Early Payment Amount set out in column A2 of Schedule ‘A’; 5.1.3 If the Village has not received payment for more than 28 days after the date the person received or is presumed to have received the bylaw notice the penalty is the Late Payment Amount set out in column A3 of Schedule ‘A’;" … "7.1 Starting or allowing open air fire without a permit $250 $200 $300 No Not Applicable" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013. - Source: [VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON, PDF p. 22](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237) - Official wording: "Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013, Consolidated April 2025" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works The first question is what you intend to burn and why. A small fire for recreation, a cooking appliance and burning vegetation can fall under different provisions. Check the current restriction for the site and activity before lighting anything. Burn permits cannot be used while a ban is in effect. ## Steps 1. Check the local fire instructions in [Pemberton Fire Rescue](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/pemberton-fire-rescue). Identify the fuel, appliance or fire pit, property address and intended date. Match those details to the local fire rules. 2. If the activity needs approval, check the conditions of the approval and the current fire restrictions on the day you intend to burn. ## Good to know - The Pemberton Transfer Station at 1929 Stonecutter Place accepts yard waste on a rotating schedule. - Yard and garden waste burning is restricted to the times on the permit. - For pruning or garden cleanup, look up local yard-waste disposal options before accumulating a pile for burning. - For a question about the current fire restriction and the type of fire you have in mind, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. Describe the appliance or fuel and whether the location is private property or a public site. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Related questions - [Pemberton fireworks rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fireworks.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Backyard fire and burning rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-fire.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/backyard-fire.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/backyard-fire.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/backyard-fire.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/backyard-fire.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/backyard-fire.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/backyard-fire.md) ## Sources - [Pemberton Fire Rescue](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/pemberton-fire-rescue) (read 2026-11-09) - [VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton Transfer Station | Squamish-Lillooet Regional District](https://www.slrd.bc.ca/services/recycling-composting-waste-landfill/facilities-programs/pemberton-area-c-facilities/pemberton-transfer-station) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-fire/_ --- --- title: Pemberton fireworks rules question: "Are fireworks allowed in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fireworks/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fireworks.json" --- # Pemberton fireworks rules **Question:** Are fireworks allowed in Pemberton? **Short answer:** A permit is required to sell consumer fireworks in Pemberton. The bylaw has separate rules for discharge and for the October 24 to November 1 period. Ask Pemberton Fire Rescue which approval your event requires. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) ## Key facts - **Setting off fireworks:** Section 8.1 requires a valid notice of discharge. Section 8.2(b) provides a consumer permit exception between October 24 and November 1. Confirm the applicable filing with Pemberton Fire Rescue before an event. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013, PDF p. 21](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237) - Official wording: "8.1 No person shall possess or discharge fireworks within the Village, unless that person has caused a valid notice of discharge to be filed with Pemberton Fire Rescue in accordance with this bylaw, in which case, that person may possess and discharge fireworks in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth on the notice of discharge. 8.2 Except as otherwise authorized under Section 8.17 of this bylaw: a) the sale of consumer fireworks is only permitted in the Village between October 24 and November 1 with a valid Fireworks Permit; b) the discharge of consumer fireworks without a valid Fireworks Permit is only permitted between October 24 and November 1" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Selling fireworks:** Consumer fireworks sales require a valid permit and are normally restricted to October 24–November 1, subject to section 8.17. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013, PDF p. 21](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237) - Official wording: "8.2 Except as otherwise authorized under Section 8.17 of this bylaw: a) the sale of consumer fireworks is only permitted in the Village between October 24 and November 1 with a valid Fireworks Permit;" … "Fireworks Sales Permits 8.4 No person shall possess, sell, or offer for sale (including by mail or internet) any fireworks within the Village unless the person possesses a valid Fireworks Permit issued under this bylaw and such sale or offer for sale is in accordance with the terms and" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **What counts as fireworks:** Not confirmed. Checked VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON; not found there. - **Permit:** The written permit application requires the landowner’s permission and operator certification. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013, PDF p. 21](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237) - Official wording: "8.3 A person or organization wishing to discharge fireworks must cause a Fireworks Permit to be filed with Pemberton Fire Rescue. Applications for such Permit shall be made in writing by the person who will discharge the fireworks, and shall be in the form prescribed by the Fire Chief from time to time, and shall include confirmation of the following:: a) the fireworks are intended to be discharged as part of a celebration or observance of a special event or festival; b) the applicant is the person who will discharge the fireworks; c) the applicant must at minimum hold a Fireworks Operator Certificate as certified by Explosive Regulatory Division of Natural Resources Canada; d) the applicant must have obtained written permission from the owner of the private or public property on which the fireworks are to be discharged;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine:** Discharging fireworks without a discharge permit or selling them without a sales permit carries a $250 notice ($200 within 14 days, $300 after 28 days). - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Schedule A, Fire Prevention sections 8.1 and 8.4 and Part 5](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "5.1.2 If the Village receives payment within fourteen (14) days after the date of the person receiving or being presumed to have received the bylaw notice, is the Early Payment Amount set out in column A2 of Schedule ‘A’; 5.1.3 If the Village has not received payment for more than 28 days after the date the person received or is presumed to have received the bylaw notice the penalty is the Late Payment Amount set out in column A3 of Schedule ‘A’;" … "8.1 Discharging fireworks without a valid notice of discharge permit $250$200$300 No Not Applicable 8.4 Selling or offering for sale fireworks without a valid fireworks sales permit $250$200$300 No Not Applicable" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013 - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013, PDF p. 22](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237) - Official wording: "Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013, Consolidated April 2025" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Describe the event before looking for permission. Buying an item, selling it and setting it off are separate activities. An event organizer needs to check the rule for discharge at the proposed site as well as any rules that apply to the supplier. The written permit application requires the landowner’s permission and operator certification. ## Steps 1. Check the local guidance in [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237). Write down the date and location and whether the display is private or open to spectators. 2. Read the provision for the person who will actually discharge the fireworks. Check with the authority named there before purchasing supplies or advertising the display. ## Good to know - Consumer fireworks sales require a valid permit and are normally restricted to October 24–November 1, subject to section 8.17. - Discharging fireworks without a discharge permit or selling them without a sales permit carries a $250 notice ($200 within 14 days, $300 after 28 days). - Section 8.1 requires a valid notice of discharge. Section 8.2(b) provides a consumer permit exception between October 24 and November 1. Confirm the applicable filing with Pemberton Fire Rescue before an event. - If you ask about an exemption, describe the specific activity and who will carry it out. A rule about retail sale alone does not establish permission to hold a display. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Related questions - [Pemberton backyard fire and burning rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-fire.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Fireworks rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fireworks.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/fireworks.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/fireworks.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/fireworks.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/fireworks.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/fireworks.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/fireworks.md) ## Sources - [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 744, 2013 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322237) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) _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. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/fireworks/_ --- --- title: Pemberton bylaw fines and how tickets work question: "What are the common bylaw fines in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/bylaw-fines/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/bylaw-fines.json" --- # Pemberton bylaw fines and how tickets work **Question:** What are the common bylaw fines in Pemberton? **Short answer:** In Pemberton, a person receiving a bylaw notice has 14 days from actual or presumed receipt to pay or request dispute adjudication. Use the dispute section of the notice if you want a review. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **How long:** In Pemberton, a person receiving a bylaw notice has 14 days from actual or presumed receipt to pay or request dispute adjudication. ## Key facts - **How tickets work:** A notice alleges a contravention listed in Schedule A. Pay or request adjudication within 14 days of receipt or presumed receipt. Deliver the completed dispute portion in person, by mail or electronically through the Village website. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Parts 2 and 6, bylaw notices](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Bylaw Notice means a bylaw notice under section 4 of the Act and under this Bylaw, notice of a contravention of a bylaw identified in Schedule A; Early Payment Amount means an amount stated in Column A2 of Schedule A that reflects a discount deducted from the Penalty;" … "PART 6: PERIOD FOR PAYING OR DISPUTING NOTICE 6.1 A person who receives a bylaw notice must, within fourteen (14) days after the date on which the person received or is presumed to have received the bylaw notice: 6.1.1. pay the penalty, or 6.1.2. request dispute adjudication, by filling in the appropriate portion of the bylaw notice indicating either a payment or a dispute and delivering it, either in person during regular office hours, or by mail, to the Village of Pemberton, or electronically through the Village’s website. 6.2 A person may pay the applicable penalty after 14 days of receiving the bylaw notice, subject to the applicable surcharge for late payment in accordance with Subsection 5.1.3., but no person may dispute the bylaw notice after 14 days of the date it was received or is presumed to have been received." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Common fines:** For noise during quiet hours, $100 standard, $75 early, $125 late. For construction noise, $250 standard, $200 early, $300 late. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, PDF p. 8](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 699, 2012 3.1 Noise During Quiet Hours $100$75 $125 No Not Applicable" … "5.1 Construction Noise $250 $200$300 No Not" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Paying early:** The early amount applies to payment received within 14 days of actual or presumed receipt. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, PDF p. 2](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "5.1.2 If the Village receives payment within fourteen (14) days after the date of the person receiving or being presumed to have received the bylaw notice, is the Early Payment Amount set out in column A2 of Schedule ‘A’;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Paying late:** The late amount applies after 28 days without payment. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, PDF p. 2](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "5.1.3 If the Village has not received payment for more than 28 days after the date the person received or is presumed to have received the bylaw notice the penalty is the Late Payment Amount set out in column A3 of Schedule ‘A’;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Disputing a ticket:** In Pemberton, a person receiving a bylaw notice has 14 days from actual or presumed receipt to pay or request dispute adjudication. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, PDF p. 2](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "6.1 A person who receives a bylaw notice must, within fourteen (14) days after the date on which the person received or is presumed to have received the bylaw notice: 6.1.1. pay the penalty, or 6.1.2. request dispute adjudication, by filling in the appropriate portion of the bylaw notice indicating either a payment or a dispute and delivering it, either in" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020 - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "1.1. This Bylaw may be cited as “Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020.”" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Start with the document you received. Its title, the cited section and the issuing body identify which payment and dispute instructions to follow. A fine listed for another offence is a poor guide to the amount on your own notice. A notice alleges a contravention listed in Schedule A. Pay or request adjudication within 14 days of receipt or presumed receipt. Deliver the completed dispute portion in person, by mail or electronically through the Village website. ## Steps 1. Compare the document you received with [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). Find the offence description, issue or service date, amount and reference number on the document. Compare them with the corresponding row of the ticket schedule. 2. Check the instructions for payment or dispute before the relevant deadline. When paying or contacting the office, use the reference number from that notice. ## Good to know - For noise during quiet hours, $100 standard, $75 early, $125 late. For construction noise, $250 standard, $200 early, $300 late. - The late amount applies after 28 days without payment. - Keep the receipt or a copy of a dispute submission. If more than one notice was issued, keep track of the dates and amounts for each separately. ## Related questions - [Pemberton noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/noise-rules.md) - [Pemberton unsightly property rules and how to report](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/unsightly-property.md) - [Pemberton RV, boat and trailer parking rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Bylaw tickets in British Columbia: early payment, late payment and disputes by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/bylaw-fines.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/bylaw-fines.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/bylaw-fines.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/bylaw-fines.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/bylaw-fines.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/bylaw-fines.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/bylaw-fines.md) ## Sources - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/bylaw-fines/_ --- --- title: "Pemberton business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply" question: "Do I need a business licence in Pemberton, and how do I get one?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Starting and running a business owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/business-licence/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/business-licence.json" --- # Pemberton business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply **Question:** Do I need a business licence in Pemberton, and how do I get one? **Short answer:** Apply for or renew a Pemberton business licence through Cloudpermit. Upload the required documents. The Village accepts payment at Municipal Hall or online through OptionPay. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) **How long:** Licences expire December 31. The Village directs owners to renew by January 31 to avoid a late penalty. **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 ## Key facts - **Who needs one:** Businesses operating in the Village, including home businesses and food trucks, need a valid licence. - Source: [Business Licences, Operating in Pemberton? Here’s what you need to know.](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences) - Official wording: "Whether you’re starting a new venture, running a home-based business, or setting up a food truck, you’ll need a valid business licence to operate in the Village of Pemberton. Business licences help ensure all businesses meet local bylaws and contribute to a safe, vibrant community." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fee:** Not confirmed. Checked Business Licences: Village of Pemberton; not found there. - **How to apply:** Apply for or renew a Pemberton business licence through Cloudpermit. - Source: [Business Licences, How to Apply or Renew](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences) - Official wording: "The Village uses Cloudpermit, an online platform for managing applications and inspections. With Cloudpermit, you can: * Apply and renew licences from your phone, tablet, or computer * Track your application and receive updates" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Renewal:** Licences expire December 31. The Village directs owners to renew by January 31 to avoid a late penalty. - Source: [Business Licences, How to Apply or Renew](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences) - Official wording: "Business licences are valid for the calendar year and expire on December 31. Renew by January 31 to avoid a late penalty, in addition to the regular annual fee. For current rates, refer to Schedule F of the Fees and Charges Bylaw." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Inter-community licence:** Not confirmed. Checked Business Licences: Village of Pemberton; not found there. - **Fine:** A resident or non-resident business operating without a business licence carries $75, $50 early or $100 late. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Business Licence Bylaw No. 842, sections 6.2–6.3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Business Licence Bylaw No. 842, 2018 6.2 Resident Business without Business Licence $75 $50 $100 Yes $25 6.3 Non -Resident Business without Business Licence $75 $50 $100 Yes $25" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Business Licence Bylaw No. 842, 2018. - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Bylaw notice schedule, Business Licence Bylaw sections 6.2–6.3](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "Business Licence Bylaw No. 842, 2018 6.2 Resident Business without Business Licence $75 $50 $100 Yes $25 6.3 Non -Resident Business without Business Licence $75 $50 $100 Yes $25" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Identify the operator, business location and type of work before applying. If you work from home, at client sites or from several premises, describe each arrangement so the licensing office can identify the correct category. Businesses operating in the Village, including home businesses and food trucks, need a valid licence. ## Steps 1. Start your local enquiry with [Business Licences](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences). Gather the business name, contact details and address where the work will take place. Look up the licence category that describes what customers will receive. 2. Check the local application instructions for approvals or documents specific to that activity. If you travel to other municipalities, ask which locations your licence covers. ## Good to know - Licences expire December 31. The Village directs owners to renew by January 31 to avoid a late penalty. - A resident or non-resident business operating without a business licence carries $75, $50 early or $100 late. - Keep the licence record and any renewal notice together. When changing address or adding an activity, give the licensing office the new details before assuming the same category still applies. - For a question about the activity, business address and licence category, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## Official forms and pages - [Business Licences](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences) ## Related questions - [Pemberton short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/short-term-rental.md) - [Pemberton home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/home-based-business.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Business licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/business-licence.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/business-licence.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/business-licence.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/business-licence.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/business-licence.md) - [District of North Vancouver](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/business-licence.md) - [Belcarra](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/belcarra/business-licence.md) ## Sources - [Business Licences](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/business-licence/_ --- --- title: Pemberton home-based business rules question: "Can I run a business from my home in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Starting and running a business owner: municipal owner_body: Village of Pemberton sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/home-based-business/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/home-based-business.json" --- # Pemberton home-based business rules **Question:** Can I run a business from my home in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Home businesses in Pemberton need a current Village business licence. Describe what you sell or provide and where you will operate when applying. **Who handles it:** Municipal (Village of Pemberton, https://www.pemberton.ca) ## Key facts - **Allowed:** For example, the R-1 zone permits a home occupation as an accessory use. Check the applicable zone and the general home occupation conditions. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Residential 1, sections 11.1.1–11.1.2](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "11.1Residential 1 (R-1) The Residential 1 (R-1) Zone is intended to accommodate detached dwellings within residential neighbourhoods. 11.1.1 Permitted Principal Uses (a) Dwelling, Detached 11.1.2 Permitted Accessory Uses (a) Bed and Breakfast (b) Home Occupation (c) Secondary Suite" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Business licence:** Home businesses in Pemberton need a current Village business licence. - Source: [Business Licences, Operating in Pemberton? Here’s what you need to know.](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences) - Official wording: "Whether you’re starting a new venture, running a home-based business, or setting up a food truck, you’ll need a valid business licence to operate in the Village of Pemberton. Business licences help ensure all businesses meet local bylaws and contribute to a safe, vibrant community." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Limits:** In the principal building, use up to 20% of its floor area, to a maximum of 50 m². The stated maximum in A-1 is 100 m². Separate conditions apply to accessory buildings. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Home occupation general conditions (i) and (v)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "(a) In any zone in which a home occupation use is permitted, the following conditions shall be satisfied: i. The activities shall be conducted entirely within the principal building or accessory building except where such activity involves horticulture or a family day care;" … "v. The use within the principal building shall occupy no more than 20% of the floor area of the principal building, up to a maximum of 50 m2 , except in the A-1 Zone, it is permitted up to a maximum of 100 m2 ;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Businesses not allowed:** No exterior structural alterations or outward signs of a non-residential use. Outdoor storage of materials used in or resulting from the work is prohibited. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, Home occupation general conditions (ii)–(iv)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "ii. The home occupation shall not involve external structural alterations to the dwelling unit or show any exterior indications that the dwelling unit is being utilized for any purpose other than that of a dwelling unit; iii. The use shall not involve the storing, exterior to the building or buildings, of any materials used directly or indirectly in the processing or resulting from the processing or any product of such craft or occupation; iv. The use may involve the display and the sale of a commodity that is produced on the premises; however retailing of the commodity be accessory to the home occupation use;Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw 832, 2018" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Village of Pemberton Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, consolidated December 18, 2025. - Source: [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018, PDF p. 1](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) - Official wording: "ZONING BYLAW VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON BYLAW NO. 832, 2018 CONSOLIDATED VERSION Final Readings July 24, 2018 LAST OFFICE CONSOLIDATION: December 18, 2025" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 ## How it works Describe how the work would change daily activity at the home. A desk used by one resident presents different zoning questions from customers visiting the property, employees coming to work or goods being stored outdoors. For example, the R-1 zone permits a home occupation as an accessory use. Check the applicable zone and the general home occupation conditions. ## Steps 1. Check the local business instructions in [Business Licences](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences). Write down the proposed service, floor area, number of workers, customer visits, deliveries, signs and storage. Identify the property's zoning. 2. Compare the activity with the home-business provisions and the local licensing instructions. Give the office your operating details if the business could fit more than one category. ## Good to know - In the principal building, use up to 20% of its floor area, to a maximum of 50 m². The stated maximum in A-1 is 100 m². Separate conditions apply to accessory buildings. - No exterior structural alterations or outward signs of a non-residential use. Outdoor storage of materials used in or resulting from the work is prohibited. - Apply for or renew a Pemberton business licence through Cloudpermit. - Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. - Read the applicable provisions in [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446). ## Related questions - [Pemberton backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/backyard-chickens.md) - [Pemberton zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/zoning-lookup.md) - [Pemberton short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/short-term-rental.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Home-based business rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/home-based-business.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/home-based-business.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/home-based-business.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/home-based-business.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/home-based-business.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/home-based-business.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/home-based-business.md) ## Sources - [Business Licences](https://www.pemberton.ca/municipal-services/business-resources/business-licences) (read 2026-11-09) - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322446) (read 2026-11-09) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with Village of Pemberton. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/home-based-business/_ --- --- title: Pemberton short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo) question: "Can I rent out my home or a room on Airbnb in Pemberton?" place: Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/pemberton category: Housing and renting owner: shared sources_read: 2026-11-09 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/short-term-rental/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/short-term-rental.json" --- # Pemberton short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo) **Question:** Can I rent out my home or a room on Airbnb in Pemberton? **Short answer:** Pemberton’s licensing bylaw allows a short-term vacation rental in the operator’s principal residence or a secondary suite in the detached dwelling where the operator lives. Apply for a business licence before operating. **Who handles it:** More than one level of government **Where:** - Phone: Municipal Hall, 604-894-6135 - Online: B.C. short-term rental host registration, https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry/host-registration ## Key facts - **Allowed:** Pemberton’s licensing bylaw allows a short-term vacation rental in the operator’s principal residence or a secondary suite in the detached dwelling where the operator lives. - Source: [Business Bylaw No. 855, 2019, PDF p. 12](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322314) - Official wording: "21.2. Principal Residence Requirement a) A short-term vacation rental operator must not operate a short-term vacation rental unless the short-term vacation rental is located in: i. the principal residence of the short-term vacation rental operator; or ii. a secondary suite that is in a detached dwelling where the shortterm vacation rental operator has their principal residence." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Business licence:** Apply for a Village short-term vacation rental business licence. - Source: [Business Bylaw No. 855, 2019, PDF p. 12](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322314) - Official wording: "21.3. Short-Term Vacation Rental Application a) Any person making application for a business licence for a short-term vacation rental shall, at the time of making such application, in addition to the general requirements under this bylaw, provide;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Provincial registration:** Register the unit with B.C. unless a provincial registration exemption applies. Display the registration number and any required local business licence number on the listing. Use the exact registered address. - Source: [Register as a short-term rental host, Province of British Columbia, Host registration, exemptions and approved registration](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry/host-registration) - Official wording: "Short-term rental hosts must register their short-term rentals with the provincial short-term rental registry to operate in B.C." … "Short-term rental hosts do not have to register if they provide: * Accommodations over 90 days long per booking * Accommodations on Reserve lands * Accommodations on the Nisga’a Lands or the treaty lands of a treaty First nation, unless the lands are subject to a coordination agreement that requires registration * The following accommodations that are not suitable for long-term housing:" … "Once registration is approved, hosts will receive a unique registration number for their short-term rental. Hosts are required to: * Update their short-term rental listing(s) to include the valid registration number (and a local government business licence number, if required) * Make sure the address on their short-term rental listing(s) exactly matches the address associated with the registration so platforms can successfully validate the registration number" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Operating rules:** Provide one or two local emergency contacts other than the applicant, proof of adequate parking and a parking plan. - Source: [Business Bylaw No. 855, 2019, PDF p. 13](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322314) - Official wording: "iii. the name, address and telephone number of one or two local contacts, other than the applicant, as an emergency contact; and iv. proof of adequate parking pursuant to the Zoning Bylaw and a parking plan." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Fine:** Advertising without a business licence is $500 ($450 within 14 days, $500 after 28 days). Leaving the licence number out of an advertisement is $75 ($50 early, $100 late). - Source: [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020, Schedule A, Business Licence section 21.1(b)–(c) and Part 5](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) - Official wording: "5.1.2 If the Village receives payment within fourteen (14) days after the date of the person receiving or being presumed to have received the bylaw notice, is the Early Payment Amount set out in column A2 of Schedule ‘A’; 5.1.3 If the Village has not received payment for more than 28 days after the date the person received or is presumed to have received the bylaw notice the penalty is the Late Payment Amount set out in column A3 of Schedule ‘A’;" … "21.1 (b) Advertising a Short-Term Vacation Rental without a Business Licence $500 $450 $500 Yes $250 21.1 (c) Failure to display business licence number in advertisements $75 $50 $100 Yes $25" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-09 - **Bylaw:** Not confirmed. Checked Business Bylaw No. 855, 2019, Zoning Bylaw No. 832, 2018; not found there. ## How it works Describe what a guest would be renting. A room in your home, a separate unit on the same parcel and an entire dwelling can be treated differently. Record the proposed length of stay and whether you live at the address. Provide one or two local emergency contacts other than the applicant, proof of adequate parking and a parking plan. ## Steps 1. For the local licensing requirements, consult [Business Bylaw No. 855, 2019 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322314). Find the local rules for the address and type of accommodation. Check any principal-residence, zoning and local licensing conditions that apply to it. 2. Check provincial registration separately. When an application asks for a number, identify whether it means a local business licence or the provincial registration number. ## Good to know - Register the unit with B.C. unless a provincial registration exemption applies. Display the registration number and any required local business licence number on the listing. Use the exact registered address. - Enter your address on Pemberton’s map or locate the parcel manually. - Before listing the unit, compare the address, host and unit details on the listing with the approvals you obtained. Ask about the specific arrangement if you intend to rent more than one unit. - For a question about the proposed rental address, unit type and licensing category, call the Municipal Hall at 604-894-6135. Identify the specific dwelling or suite you would list, even if it shares a street address with another unit. - Read the applicable provisions in [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329). ## What you'll need - Proof of adequate parking and a parking plan. - Details of one or two local emergency contacts other than the applicant. - For a listing subject to provincial registration, have the registration number and any required local business licence number ready. ## Official forms and pages - [Register as a short-term rental host, Province of British Columbia](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry/host-registration) ## Related questions - [Pemberton home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/home-based-business.md) - [Pemberton business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/business-licence.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Short-term rental rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/short-term-rental.md) - [Whistler](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/whistler/short-term-rental.md) - [Squamish](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/squamish/short-term-rental.md) - [Lillooet](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lillooet/short-term-rental.md) - [Lytton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lytton/short-term-rental.md) - [Lions Bay](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/lions-bay/short-term-rental.md) - [Anmore](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/anmore/short-term-rental.md) ## Sources - [Business Bylaw No. 855, 2019 (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322314) (read 2026-11-09) - [Register as a short-term rental host, Province of British Columbia](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry/host-registration) (read 2026-11-09) - [Using the Village geographic information system (PDF)](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/251768) (read 2026-11-09) - [Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 874, 2020](https://www.pemberton.ca/public/download/files/322329) (read 2026-11-09) - [Pemberton municipal office contact information](https://www.pemberton.ca/contact) (read 2026-11-09) _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. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with any government. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/pemberton/short-term-rental/_