# Gov Handbook: full text of all answers for Terrace --- title: "Terrace building permits: when you need one and how to apply" question: "Do I need a building permit, and how do I apply?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit.json" --- # Terrace building permits: when you need one and how to apply **Question:** Do I need a building permit, and how do I apply? **Short answer:** In Terrace, a building permit is required to construct or alter a building or structure, move or demolish one, or change its use, unless the Building Bylaw exempts it. Accessory buildings under 10 square metres and fences are exempt. Apply online through CloudPermit. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** $75 application fee, plus $8 per $1,000 of work value (or fraction) and $1 per $1,000 for plan review (Building Bylaw 2307 Schedule A). A paper application adds a $150 surcharge. **How long:** The bylaw and the City's pages do not state a review time. An application expires 180 days after it is complete if no permit has been issued. **Where:** - Online: CloudPermit (City of Terrace), https://ca.cloudpermit.com/terrace/ - Phone: Building and Licensing, Development Services, 250-615-4000 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) - Email: Building/Licensing Clerk, mwaite@terrace.ca - In person: Development Services, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC V8G 1B3 ## Key facts - **Needed for:** A permit is required to construct or alter a building or structure (unless exempt), move a building into or within the City, demolish a building or create an excavation, change the use or occupancy of an existing building, or occupy a new building. A retaining wall (over 1.2 m high) also needs a permit. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 10.1, 15.2, definitions](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "constructing or altering a building or structure, unless exempt from the application of this Bylaw pursuant to Section 3.4;" … "moving a building or structure into or within the City;" … "demolishing a building or structure or creating an excavation;" … "changing the use or occupancy of an existing building" … "occupying a new building or structure;" … "No person may construct a retaining wall without a permit." … "RETAINING WALL means a structure exceeding 1.2 metres in height that is intended to hold or retain soil or other material." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Not needed for:** The Building Bylaw does not apply to: a wall supporting soil other than a retaining wall; an accessory building with a floor area of less than 10 m²; and a fence, trellis, arbour or similar landscaping or decorative structures. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 3.4](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "A wall supporting soil other than a retaining wall;" … "an accessory building with a floor area of less than 10 square metres" … "a fence, a trellis, an arbour, or other similar landscaping or decorative structures." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to apply:** Online through CloudPermit (register for an account, gather documents, submit and pay). A paper application is allowed only if a $150 paper application surcharge is paid, and paper applications take more processing time. - Source: [Building Permits, Apply for a Building Permit](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/building-permits) - Official wording: "Applications can be completed online through Cloudpermit, our online permitting system." - Source: [CloudPermit, How to Submit a Permit Application](https://www.terrace.ca/cloudpermit) - Official wording: "Register for a CloudPermit account online:" … "Submit and pay for your application." … "Note paper applications have an additional fee and require additional processing time." - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 9.2.2, Schedule A-1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "be submitted through the online application portal, unless the applicant has paid the paper application surcharge;" … "Paper application surcharge $150.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **What to submit:** The application fee, a signed acknowledgement of responsibility, one or more site plans, floor plans, and elevations of all sides of the building, plus any other information the building official requires. An agent applying for the owner must also give the owner's contact details and consent. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 9.2, 9.3, 9.7](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "be accompanied by an application fee;" … "An acknowledgement of responsibility for the work authorized by the permit" … "one or more site plans showing the information required by the building code" … "one or more floor plans showing the information required by the building code" … "elevations of all sides of the building or structure" … "The name and contact information of the owner;" … "the consent of the owner to the agent acting on behalf of the owner;" … "a building official may require an applicant to submit any other information required by the building official" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Processing time:** Not confirmed. The published pages do not say how long a permit takes. - **Inspections:** The permit holder requests each inspection through the online portal (CloudPermit) at the stages listed in the bylaw (for example before pouring foundations and before covering framing or insulation). Work must not be covered until the building official has inspected and accepted it. No fixed notice period is set for ordinary house work; the inspection happens when an official is available. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 11.4, 11.12-11.16](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "A building official is only obligated to carry out an inspection under Section 11.12 if the permit holder has requested an inspection through the online application portal." … "The inspection will be conducted when the building official is available." … "Every permit holder must submit through the online application portal, reasonably in advance, the date on which the permit holder intends to:" … "No person may conceal any aspect of the work referred to in Section 11.12 of this Bylaw until a building official has inspected and accepted the work." … "Submit a request at least two weeks in advance through the online application portal for a pre-construction meeting" - Source: [CloudPermit, Why Use CloudPermit?](https://www.terrace.ca/cloudpermit) - Official wording: "Schedule a building inspection using an easy online booking system." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Contact:** Building & Licensing Department (Development Services), Building/Licensing Clerk Mary Waite, 250-615-4000, mwaite@terrace.ca. Open Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Source: [Building Permits & Business Licences, Department Contact](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/building-business-licencing) - Official wording: "The Building & Licensing Department handles:" … "Mon - Fri: 9:00 am-4:00 pm" … "250.615.4000" … "mwaite@terrace.ca" - Source: [Building Permits](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/building-permits) - Official wording: "Please direct questions to Mary Waite, mwaite@terrace.ca, 250-615-4000" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Bylaw No. 2307-2024, a bylaw for administration of the building code and regulation of construction within the City of Terrace (Building Bylaw) - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "BYLAW NO. 2307-2024" … "BUILDING CODE AND REGULATION OF CONSTRUCTION WITHIN THE CITY OF TERRACE" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Building Bylaw 2307-2024](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) requires a permit to construct or alter a building or structure, move one into or within Terrace, demolish one or create an excavation, change the use or occupancy of a building, or occupy a new building. A retaining wall over 1.2 m high also needs one. The bylaw does not apply to an accessory building under 10 m², a fence, trellis, arbour or similar landscaping structure, or a wall that supports soil but is not a retaining wall. ## Steps 1. Register for a CloudPermit account through the City's CloudPermit page. 2. Gather your site plan, floor plans, elevations of all sides and a signed acknowledgement of responsibility. 3. Submit and pay the application fee online. 4. Request each inspection through CloudPermit. Do not cover work until the building official has inspected and accepted it. ## Good to know - If the property is in an Official Community Plan development permit area, the development permit must be obtained first. The building must also meet zoning, even if it is exempt from a permit. - Paper applications are allowed only with a $150 surcharge and take more processing time. - Large (Part 3) buildings need more documents, and two weeks' notice applies to their pre-construction meeting. Ordinary house work has no fixed inspection notice period. - Starting work before the permit raises the application fee to $150. ## What you'll need - A CloudPermit account (register online) - Site plans, floor plans and elevations of all sides of the building - A signed acknowledgement of responsibility - Payment of the application fee at submission ## Official forms and pages - [Building Permits page (paper forms and new-dwelling package)](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/building-permits) - [Building Permit Application (paper, PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/05.Building-Permit-Application.pdf) - [Demolition Permit Application (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/demo-permit-application-fillable.pdf) - [Building Bylaw 2307 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) ## Related questions - [Terrace building permit fees](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit-fees.md) - [Terrace permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/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) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/building-permit.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/building-permit.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/building-permit.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/building-permit.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/building-permit.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/building-permit.md) ## Sources - [Building Permits, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/building-permits) (read 2026-11-05) - [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) (read 2026-11-05) - [CloudPermit, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/cloudpermit) (read 2026-11-05) - [Building Permits & Business Licences, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/building-business-licencing) (read 2026-11-05) _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 City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit/_ --- --- title: "Terrace fence rules: permits and height limits" question: "Do I need a permit to build a fence, and how high can it be?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fence-rules/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fence-rules.json" --- # Terrace fence rules: permits and height limits **Question:** Do I need a permit to build a fence, and how high can it be? **Short answer:** In Terrace a fence does not need a building permit, but the Zoning Bylaw limits height. In Agricultural and Residential zones the maximum is 1.2 m in the front yard and 1.85 m in side and rear yards. Pool fences follow a separate bylaw. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** No building permit fee, since no building permit is required. **Where:** - Phone: Development Services, 250-615-4022 (5003 Graham Avenue) - Email: Development Services, developmentservices@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **Permit:** No building permit: the Building Bylaw does not apply to a fence. A development permit may still be needed if the fence is in an OCP development permit area such as an environmentally sensitive area. A retaining wall over 1.2 m high needs a permit. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 3.4.3, 15.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "a fence, a trellis, an arbour, or other similar landscaping or decorative structures." … "No person may construct a retaining wall without a permit." - Source: [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy (Final), s. 5.3 Development Classification](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) - Official wording: "Activities considered to be development will be required" … "Fences, patios, docks, wharves, or bridges; and" - Source: [https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106, Development Permit Areas, Exemptions](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) - Official wording: "A proposed development that solely consists of the construction or placement of fences, gates, landscaping and signage that comply with all applicable DPA" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Height, front yard:** 1.2 m in the front yard in Agricultural and Residential zones. It may be 1.85 m if the front parcel line is next to an arterial road identified in the OCP. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 3.6.1, 3.6.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "Agricultural and Residential 1.2 m 1.85 m" … "Where the front parcel line is adjacent to an arterial roadway as identified in" … "the OCP, the maximum height of a fence in the Agricultural and Residential" … "zones may be increased to 1.85 m in the front yard" - Source: [Fact Sheet DS-11 Building a Fence, How tall can I build a fence?](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-11-fact-sheet-building-a-fence.pdf) - Official wording: "On residential properties, fences can be a maximum" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Height, side and rear yards:** 1.85 m in side and rear yards in Agricultural and Residential zones. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 3.6.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "Agricultural and Residential 1.2 m 1.85 m" … "Subject to the visual clearance requirements of Section 3.9, fences must comply" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Corner lots and sightlines:** In all zones, no fence, wall or structure may be higher than 1.0 m, and no hedge, bush or tree may block vision, in the corner area at a street, lane, roadway or driveway corner, bounded by the parcel lines and a line joining points 6.0 m from where they meet. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 3.9](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "In all zones, no fence, wall or structure is to be erected to a height greater than 1.0 m and" … "6.0 m from their point of intersection as illustrated in Figure 11." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other rules:** Height is measured from ground level to the top of the fence at any point. Barbed wire only on farm land for livestock, or above 1.85 m in industrial and public zones; electrified wire only on farm land for livestock; razor wire banned. Pool fence: at least 1.5 m high, openings no more than 100 mm (Bylaw 1709-2000). - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 2 (fence definition), 3.6.3-3.6.5](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "fence height is the vertical distance between the ground level and the top of" … "No fence is to be constructed using barbed wire except:" … "No fence is to be constructed using electrified wire except in an Agricultural zone" … "No fence in any zone is to be constructed using razor wire, ribbon wire, ultra-barrier" - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 2 definitions](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "RETAINING WALL means a structure exceeding 1.2 metres in height that is intended to hold or retain soil or other material." - Source: [Private Swimming Pool Bylaw No. 1709-2000, Bylaw 1709-2000 s. 2.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3935) - Official wording: "Every private swimming pool shall be enclosed within a fence not less than 1.5 m in height with no openings greater than 100 mm" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014, s. 3.6 (fences) and s. 3.9 (visual clearance); Private Swimming Pool Bylaw No. 1709-2000 (pool fences) - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), Title page, s. 3.6, 3.9](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069 - 2014" … "(and Amendments thereto up to and including Bylaw #2345-2026)" … "3.6 Fences" - Source: [Private Swimming Pool Bylaw No. 1709-2000, Title, s. 2.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3935) - Official wording: "A BYLAW OF THE CITY OF TERRACE TO REGULATE THE FENCING OF PRIVATE SWIMMING POOLS." … "BYLAW NO. 1709-2000" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Section 3.6 of [Zoning Bylaw 2069](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) sets maximum fence heights, measured from ground level to the top of the fence at any point. The [Building Bylaw](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) does not apply to a fence, so no building permit is needed. | Zone | Front yard | Side and rear yard | |---|---|---| | Agricultural and Residential | 1.2 m | 1.85 m | | Commercial, Industrial, Public | 1.2 m (1.8 m open mesh) | 3.0 m (open mesh) | ## Good to know - Where the front parcel line is next to an arterial road identified in the Official Community Plan, a front-yard fence in a residential or agricultural zone may be 1.85 m. - In every zone, nothing (fence, wall, hedge, bush or tree) may block vision in the corner area at a street, lane or driveway corner. Fences and walls there may not exceed 1.0 m. The area is bounded by the parcel lines and a line joining points 6.0 m from where they meet. - Barbed wire is allowed only on farm land for livestock, or above 1.85 m in industrial and public zones. Electrified wire is allowed only on farm land for livestock. Razor wire is banned. - Pool fences: [Private Swimming Pool Bylaw 1709-2000](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3935) requires at least 1.5 m high with openings no more than 100 mm. - A retaining wall over 1.2 m high needs a building permit. - If your lot is in an Official Community Plan development permit area, such as an environmentally sensitive area, a development permit may still be needed. Check TerraMap or call Development Services. ## Official forms and pages - [Fact Sheet DS-11, Building a Fence (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-11-fact-sheet-building-a-fence.pdf) - [Zoning Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - [Private Swimming Pool Bylaw 1709 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3935) - [TerraMap (find your zoning and roads)](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) ## Related questions - [Terrace zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning-lookup.md) - [Terrace permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Fence height limits in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fence-rules.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/fence-rules.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/fence-rules.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/fence-rules.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/fence-rules.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/fence-rules.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/fence-rules.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) (read 2026-11-05) - [Private Swimming Pool Bylaw No. 1709-2000 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3935) (read 2026-11-05) - [Fact Sheet DS-11 Building a Fence (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-11-fact-sheet-building-a-fence.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy (Final), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fence-rules/_ --- --- title: Terrace permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages question: "Do I need a permit for a deck, shed, carport, or garage?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/deck-shed-garage-permit/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/deck-shed-garage-permit.json" --- # Terrace permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages **Question:** Do I need a permit for a deck, shed, carport, or garage? **Short answer:** In Terrace, a shed or other accessory building under 10 square metres does not need a building permit. Larger sheds, garages and carports do. The Building Bylaw does not exempt decks, so a deck appears to need one. Zoning rules apply either way. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** When a permit is needed: $75 application fee plus $8 per $1,000 of work value and $1 per $1,000 for plan review. **Where:** - Online: CloudPermit, https://ca.cloudpermit.com/terrace/ - Phone: Building and Licensing, 250-615-4000 - Phone: Development Services (zoning), 250-615-4022 ## Key facts - **Sheds:** A building permit is needed for a shed or other accessory building unless its floor area is less than 10 m². - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 3.4.2, 10.1.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "an accessory building with a floor area of less than 10 square metres" … "constructing or altering a building or structure, unless exempt from the application of this Bylaw pursuant to Section 3.4;" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Decks:** The Building Bylaw sets no deck height or size threshold. A permit is required to construct a structure unless s. 3.4 exempts it, and decks are not named in those exemptions. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 3.4, 9.3.2.d, 10.1.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "constructing or altering a building or structure, unless exempt from the application of this Bylaw pursuant to Section 3.4;" … "structures, including retaining walls, steps, stairs and decks, and" … "a fence, a trellis, an arbour, or other similar landscaping or decorative structures." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Garages and carports:** A garage or carport is a building, so it needs a building permit unless it is an accessory building under 10 m². A garage or carport attached to the house is treated as part of the principal building. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 3.4.2, 10.1.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "an accessory building with a floor area of less than 10 square metres" … "constructing or altering a building or structure, unless exempt from the application of this Bylaw pursuant to Section 3.4;" - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 3.5.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "Where accessory buildings or structures are permanently attached to the principal" … "building, they shall be considered part of the principal building and must comply in" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Zoning limits:** No accessory building in a front yard; 1.5 m from the house or another accessory building. R1: up to 55 m² and 5.1 m high; setbacks 1.5 m rear, 1.2 m (parcels under 600 m²) or 1.5 m side, 2.0 m exterior side; coverage 50% or 45%. Other zones differ. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 3.5.3, 3.5.4; R1 s. 11.1.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "No accessory building or structure will be located in a front yard." … "A minimum setback of 1.5 m is required between an accessory building and a" … "buildings/structures 55 m2 55 m2 55 m2 without dwelling units" … "buildings/structures 5.1 m 5.1 m 5.1 m without dwelling units" … "d. rear parcel line 1.5 m 1.5 m 1.5 m" … "buildings/structures 1 per parcel 1 per parcel 1 per parcel without dwelling units (30 m2 and larger)" … ".7 Maximum Parcel Coverage 50% 45% 45%" … "c. exterior side parcel line 2.0 m 2.0 m 2.0 m" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024 (permits) and Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (accessory buildings, s. 3.5 and zone regulations) - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "CITY OF TERRACE BYLAW NO. 2307-2024 "A BYLAW FOR ADMINISTRATION OF THE BUILDING CODE AND REGULATION" - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069 - 2014" … "3.5 Accessory Buildings, Structures and Use" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Building Bylaw 2307-2024](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) requires a permit to construct a building or structure unless s. 3.4 exempts it. It exempts an accessory building with a floor area under 10 m². - **Shed:** needs a permit unless it is under 10 m². - **Deck:** the bylaw sets no height or size threshold and does not name decks in its exemptions, so a permit appears to be required. This is a plain reading; no City page states a deck rule. - **Garage or carport:** needs a permit unless it is an accessory building under 10 m². One attached to the house is treated as part of the house. ## Steps 1. Find your zone on TerraMap, or call Development Services (250-615-4022). 2. Check the zoning limits for your zone. 3. If a permit is needed, apply in CloudPermit. Confirm deck questions with Building and Licensing (250-615-4000). ## Good to know - Zoning Bylaw 2069 applies to every accessory building, with or without a permit. - No accessory building may be in a front yard, and there must be 1.5 m between it and the house or another accessory building. - In R1: up to 55 m² and 5.1 m high; setbacks of 1.5 m at the rear, 1.2 m (parcels under 600 m²) or 1.5 m at the side, and 2.0 m on the exterior side; parcel coverage 50% or 45%. In AR1 and AR2 an accessory building may be up to 90 m² and 5.1 m high; in RS1, 55 m² and 5.1 m. Other zones differ. ## Official forms and pages - [Building Bylaw 2307 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - [Zoning Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - [TerraMap (find your zone)](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) ## Related questions - [Terrace building permits: when you need one and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit.md) - [Terrace fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fence-rules.md) - [Terrace zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning-lookup.md) - [Terrace secondary suite and carriage house rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/secondary-suite.md) - [Terrace building permit fees](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/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) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) ## Sources - [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) (read 2026-11-05) - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Building Permits, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/building-permits) (read 2026-11-05) - [TerraMap, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/deck-shed-garage-permit/_ --- --- title: Terrace building permit fees question: "How much does a building permit cost?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit-fees/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit-fees.json" --- # Terrace building permit fees **Question:** How much does a building permit cost? **Short answer:** A Terrace building permit costs a $75 application fee, $8 for each $1,000 of work value (or fraction of $1,000), and $1 per $1,000 for plan review. Plumbing is $10 per fixture. Larger jobs also pay a refundable administrative deposit. The applicant pays. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Application $75 ($150 if construction started first); building permit $8 per $1,000 of value; plan review $1 per $1,000; plumbing $10 per fixture. No minimum is stated. **Where:** - Phone: Building and Licensing, Development Services, 250-615-4000 - Email: Building/Licensing Clerk, mwaite@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **Lowest fee:** No minimum is stated. The smallest job pays the $75 application fee plus the building permit fee of $8 per $1,000 of value or fraction of $1,000 (so $8 for work up to $1,000) and $1 per $1,000 for plan review. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Schedule A, Schedule A, A-1 to A-3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "Application Fee $75.00" … "Building Permit Fees:" … "i. for each $1,000.00 or fraction thereof of the value of the work $8.00" … "a. for each $1,000.00 or fraction thereof of the value of the $1.00 work" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How the fee is worked out:** Building permit fee: $8 for each $1,000 of the value of the work (or fraction of $1,000). Plan review: $1 for each $1,000 of value. Plumbing: $10 per fixture. If construction started before the permit, the application fee is $150 instead of $75. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Schedule A, Schedule A, A-1 to A-3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "i. for each $1,000.00 or fraction thereof of the value of the work $8.00" … "a. for each $1,000.00 or fraction thereof of the value of the $1.00 work" … "i. For each plumbing fixture $10.00" … "Application Fee (for permit after construction started) $150.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Application or plan review fee:** $75 non-refundable application fee, due when the application is submitted ($150 if construction started before the permit). Plan review ($1 per $1,000 of value) is a separate fee. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Schedule A, s. 1.1 definitions, Schedule A-1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "which is due at the time of submitting an application." … "Application Fee $75.00" … "Application Fee (for permit after construction started) $150.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other fees:** Plumbing $10 per fixture; demolition permit $100; move a building $100; fireplace or solid fuel appliance $100; re-inspection after 2nd failed inspection $100 each; after-hours inspection $100 an hour; extension $100. Administrative deposit: $400 (work $10,000 to $50,000), $1,000 (to $500,000), $2,000 (to $1,000,000), $5,000 above. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Schedule A, Schedule A, A-2 to A-4](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "iii. a permit to demolish a building $100.00" … "ii. a fireplace or solid fuel burning appliance unit/chimney $100.00" … "ii. For each re-inspection after 2nd failed inspection (per $100.00" … "iii. For inspections after regular hours of operation (rate per hour) $100.00" … "v. For extension of permit or application $100.00" … "vi. For change in ownership on open permit file $100.00" … "i. where the value of the work is $10,000 to $50,000 $400" … "ii. where the value of the work is more than $50,000 to $500,000 $1,000" … "i. For each plumbing fixture $10.00" … "iii. where the value of the work is more than $500,000 to $1,000,000 $2,000" … "iv. where the value of the work is more than $1,000,000 $5,000" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to pay:** The applicant pays the $75 application fee and the administrative deposit when applying (online in CloudPermit). The applicant must pay permit fees and plan review fees before the permit is issued. The deposit is returned to the owner when the permit is closed. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Schedule A, s. 13.1, 13.4, 13.7](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "Before receiving a permit under this Bylaw, the applicant must first pay to the City:" … "An applicant must deposit with the City, at the time of the application, an" … "The administrative deposit will be returned to the owner at the time a permit is closed" … "An applicant must deposit with the City, at the time of the application, an administrative deposit in the amount prescribed in Schedule “A”." - Source: [CloudPermit, How to Submit a Permit Application](https://www.terrace.ca/cloudpermit) - Official wording: "Submit and pay for your application." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Schedule A - Fees (Tables A-1 to A-5) - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Schedule A, s. 1.6, Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "Appendix A (Fees) is attached to and form part of this Bylaw." … "A-1 PERMIT APPLICATION FEE" … "A-2 PERMIT FEES AND CHARGES" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Schedule A of [Building Bylaw 2307-2024](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) sets the fees. The applicant pays the $75 application fee and any administrative deposit when applying online in CloudPermit, and must pay the permit and plan review fees before the permit is issued. The bylaw and City pages do not say which payment methods are accepted. | Item | Fee | |---|---| | Application (non-refundable) | $75 ($150 if construction started before the permit) | | Building permit | $8 per $1,000 of work value, or fraction of $1,000 | | Plan review | $1 per $1,000 of value | | Plumbing | $10 per fixture | | Demolition permit | $100 | | Move a building | $100 | | Fireplace or solid fuel appliance | $100 | | Extension | $100 | | Re-inspection after the 2nd failed inspection | $100 each | | After-hours inspection | $100 an hour | | Paper application surcharge | $150 | ## Good to know - The bylaw states no minimum fee. - Administrative deposit: $400 for work valued at $10,000 to $50,000; $1,000 up to $500,000; $2,000 up to $1,000,000; $5,000 above that. The schedule lists no deposit for work under $10,000. - The deposit is returned to the owner when the permit is closed, but is forfeited if the permit expires. - The application fee is non-refundable. ## Official forms and pages - [Building Bylaw 2307, Schedule A (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - [Building Permits page](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/building-permits) ## Related questions - [Terrace building permits: when you need one and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Building permit fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/building-permit-fees.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/building-permit-fees.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/building-permit-fees.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/building-permit-fees.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/building-permit-fees.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/building-permit-fees.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/building-permit-fees.md) ## Sources - [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024 (PDF), Schedule A, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) (read 2026-11-05) - [Building Permits, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/building-permits) (read 2026-11-05) - [CloudPermit, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/cloudpermit) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit-fees/_ --- --- title: "Terrace zoning: find your zone and what it allows" question: "How do I find out how my property is zoned and what I can build on it?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning-lookup/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning-lookup.json" --- # Terrace zoning: find your zone and what it allows **Question:** How do I find out how my property is zoned and what I can build on it? **Short answer:** Use TerraMap, the City of Terrace's free online map: search your address, click the property, and the left panel shows its zoning and lot area. Then look up that zone in Zoning Bylaw 2069. For help, call Development Services at 250-615-4022 or email developmentservices@terrace.ca. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Free. **Where:** - Online: TerraMap, https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap - Phone: Development Services, 250-615-4022 (5003 Graham Avenue) - Email: Development Services, developmentservices@terrace.ca - Phone: City Clerk (to confirm the latest maps and documents), 250-638-4724 ## Key facts - **How to find your zone:** Use TerraMap, the City's free online map (terrace.ca/terramap). Search by civic address, PID or roll number, click the property, and the left panel shows its zoning and lot area. - Source: [Fact Sheet DS-01 TerraMap, How do I access TerraMap? / Example](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-01-fact-sheet-terramap.pdf) - Official wording: "Use the global search bar to quickly search for an address, PID, or Roll#." … "will see the property tax roll number, address, PID (Property Identification Number), zoning, and lot area (in square metres)." - Source: [Maps and Zoning, TerraMap](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning) - Official wording: "TerraMap is a free, web-based mapping system that anyone can use to search for information or generate specific maps." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Zoning bylaw:** City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014. The consolidated copy on the City site includes amendments up to and including Bylaw 2345-2026 (map amendment dated April 27, 2026). It has no legislative sanction; the original bylaw prevails. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069 - 2014" … "(and Amendments thereto up to and including Bylaw #2345-2026)" … "CONSOLIDATED FOR CONVENIENCE" … "the original bylaw must be consulted for all purposes of" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **What the zone controls:** Each zone lists permitted primary and secondary uses (a use not listed is prohibited) and a regulations table: parcel size, setbacks, parcel coverage, density, building height, floor area limits and parking. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 3.1, 9.4](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "A use not specifically permitted in a Zone is prohibited from that Zone." … "In each zone, the table in the Regulations section sets out the subdivision and" … "development regulations that apply to all parcels in that zone." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Contact:** Development Services Department, 250-615-4022, developmentservices@terrace.ca. - Source: [TerraMap, About TerraMap](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) - Official wording: "For assistance, please developmentservices@terrace.ca or call 250-615-4022." - Source: [Fact Sheet DS-03 Secondary Suites, Header](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-03-fact-sheet-secondary-suites.pdf) - Official wording: "Development Services Fact Sheet #DS-03 SECONDARY SUITES Development Services Department 250-615-4022 | www.terrace.ca What is a Secondary Suite? Can I build a Secondary Suite above my detached" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014 - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069 - 2014" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw 2069-2014](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) divides Terrace into zones. Each zone lists permitted primary and secondary uses (a use not listed is prohibited) and a regulations table covering parcel size, setbacks, parcel coverage, density, building height, floor area limits and parking. ## Steps 1. Open TerraMap and search by civic address, PID or roll number. 2. Click the property. The left panel shows its zoning and lot area. 3. Find that zone in the Zoning Bylaw for permitted uses and regulations. 4. For overlays such as development permit areas, ask Development Services which apply to your lot. ## Good to know - The City's copy of the Zoning Bylaw is a consolidation that includes amendments up to Bylaw 2345-2026. It states it has no legislative sanction, and the original bylaw prevails. - The City warns its online maps and documents may lag. If it matters, confirm with the City Clerk (250-638-4724) or cityhall@terrace.ca. ## Zones 30 zones are listed from [Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (consolidated to Bylaw 2345-2026)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249). Each zone has its own page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning/index.json Look up the zone of an address: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning/lookup?address=123+Main+St ## Official forms and pages - [TerraMap page](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) - [TerraMap Fact Sheet DS-01 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-01-fact-sheet-terramap.pdf) - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) ## Related questions - [Terrace fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fence-rules.md) - [Terrace permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) - [Terrace secondary suite and carriage house rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/secondary-suite.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Zoning maps in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/zoning-lookup.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/zoning-lookup.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/zoning-lookup.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/zoning-lookup.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/zoning-lookup.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/zoning-lookup.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/zoning-lookup.md) ## Sources - [Maps and Zoning, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning) (read 2026-11-05) - [TerraMap, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) (read 2026-11-05) - [Fact Sheet DS-01 TerraMap (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-01-fact-sheet-terramap.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Fact Sheet DS-03 Secondary Suites, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-03-fact-sheet-secondary-suites.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning-lookup/_ --- --- title: Terrace secondary suite and carriage house rules question: "Can I add a secondary suite or a carriage house?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/secondary-suite/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/secondary-suite.json" --- # Terrace secondary suite and carriage house rules **Question:** Can I add a secondary suite or a carriage house? **Short answer:** Often yes. Terrace's Zoning Bylaw permits a secondary suite in a single detached or semi-detached house in the AR1, AR2, RS1 and R1 zones, with one extra off-street parking space. A detached carriage house is an accessory dwelling unit, allowed in AR1, AR2, R1 and RS1. Confirm your lot with Development Services. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Development Services (zoning), 250-615-4022 - Phone: Building and Licensing, 250-615-4000 - Online: CloudPermit, https://ca.cloudpermit.com/terrace/ ## Key facts - **Secondary suite allowed:** A secondary suite is permitted in a single detached or semi-detached dwelling in the AR1, AR2, RS1 and R1 zones (s. 7.3.1). The RB1 zone use list also names secondary suite, though s. 7.3.1 does not. In RS1 it may also be in an accessory building on a parcel with only a single detached dwelling. (Sources differ: The 2020 City fact sheet DS-03 also lists R2 and R1-A and describes suites in accessory buildings (coach houses) on parcels over 1,000 m²; Zoning Bylaw amendment 2305-2024 changed the definitions and zones, and the bylaw prevails. R2 now has "no regulations"; R1-A does not appear as a zone in the consolidated bylaw.) - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 7.3.1, RS1 s. 11.8.4.c](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "A secondary suite is permitted in a single detached dwelling and semi-detached" … "dwelling in the AR1, AR2, RS1, and R1 zones." … "A secondary suite must only be permitted in a single detached dwelling, or in an" … "SECONDARY SUITE means a self-contained, dwelling unit located inside a principal residential" … "Secondary Uses • Family Child Care • Home Occupation – Level 1 or 2 • Kitchen, Secondary • Secondary Suite" … "accessory building/structure on a parcel with only a single detached dwelling." - Source: [Fact Sheet DS-03 Secondary Suites, Where are Secondary Suites allowed?](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-03-fact-sheet-secondary-suites.pdf) - Official wording: "include the AR1, AR2, R1, R1-A, R2, and RS1 zones." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Coach house or garden suite allowed:** Yes, as an "accessory dwelling unit" (a self-contained residence secondary to the primary use on the same property), a secondary use in AR1, AR2, R1 and RS1. Size and height are set per zone (AR1 and AR2: up to 90 m² and 9.0 m high; R1: 7.5 m high and at least 3 m from the principal building). - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), Definitions; AR1 s. 10.1; R1 s. 11.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT means a self-contained residence with cooking, sleeping and" … "bathroom facilities that is secondary to a Primary Use located on the same property." … "d. accessory dwelling unit 9.0 m" … "b. accessory dwelling unit 90 m2" … "Secondary • Accessory Dwelling • Accessory Dwelling • Accessory Dwelling" … "buildings/structures 7.5 m 7.5 m 7.5 m with dwelling units" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Limits:** Not allowed with boarders, a bed and breakfast, or a Level 2 or 3 home occupation (unless the parcel is 650 m² or more); no strata titling. R1: at most 4 dwelling units. RS1: an accessory building with a dwelling unit is limited to 90 m² or 40% of the house floor area, whichever is less. No owner-occupancy rule found. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 7.3.2-7.3.5](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "A secondary suite is not permitted in conjunction with the keeping of boarders or" … "the operation of a bed and breakfast." … "A secondary suite is not permitted in conjunction with the operation of Level 2 or 3" … "home occupations, unless the minimum parcel size is 650 m2." … "A secondary suite must be located on a parcel which forms a single real estate" … "entity. Strata titling of a secondary suite is not permitted." … "b. accessory building/structure with dwelling unit 90 m2 or 40% of the gross floor area of the principal building/structure, whichever is less" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Parking:** One off-street parking space must be provided for the secondary suite, in addition to what the main dwelling needs. An accessory dwelling unit needs 1 space per dwelling. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 7.3.4, Table 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "One off-street parking space must be provided for the secondary suite." … "Secondary Suites 1 per dwelling unit" … "Accessory Dwelling Unit 1 per dwelling" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Permits:** A building permit is needed (a suite is a change of use or occupancy or new construction). If the property is in an OCP development permit area, the development permit must be approved first. Apply through CloudPermit. - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, s. 9.1.1, 10.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "A development permit has been obtained if the building or structure is in an" … "changing the use or occupancy of an existing building" - Source: [CloudPermit, FAQ](https://www.terrace.ca/cloudpermit) - Official wording: "Please note that if a development permit is required for your project, it must be approved before a building permit can be issued." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (s. 7.3 Secondary Suites; zone regulations) and Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024 - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), s. 7.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069 - 2014" … "7.3 Secondary Suites" - Source: [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024, Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) - Official wording: "CITY OF TERRACE BYLAW NO. 2307-2024 "A BYLAW FOR ADMINISTRATION OF THE BUILDING CODE AND REGULATION" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw 2069](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) s. 7.3.1 permits a secondary suite in a single detached or semi-detached dwelling in the AR1, AR2, RS1 and R1 zones. In RS1 it may also be in an accessory building on a parcel with only a single detached dwelling. A detached carriage house is an "accessory dwelling unit", a secondary use in AR1, AR2, R1 and RS1. In AR1 and AR2 it may be up to 90 m² and 9.0 m high. In R1 it may be up to 7.5 m high and at least 3 m from the main building; R1 also limits footprint (55 m² on parcels under 600 m², otherwise 65 m²), two per parcel, and 4 dwelling units in total. ## Steps 1. Find your zone on TerraMap. 2. Confirm with Development Services (250-615-4022) that your lot qualifies. 3. Apply for a building permit in CloudPermit. The bylaws do not say in words that a suite needs one; this follows the rule for a change of use or new construction. If your property is in a development permit area, that permit must be approved first. ## Good to know - One off-street parking space is required for the suite, in addition to the main dwelling's. An accessory dwelling unit needs 1 space per dwelling. - A suite is not allowed with boarders, a bed and breakfast, or a Level 2 or 3 home occupation (unless the parcel is 650 m² or more). Strata titling is not allowed. - In RS1, an accessory building with a dwelling unit is limited to 90 m² or 40% of the house floor area, whichever is less. - The City's 2020 fact sheet differs from the current bylaw (it lists other zones and size limits). The bylaw wins, but confirm with Development Services. - The bylaw sets no owner-occupancy rule that we found. ## Official forms and pages - [Fact Sheet DS-03, Secondary Suites (PDF, 2020)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-03-fact-sheet-secondary-suites.pdf) - [Zoning Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - [Housing Documents page](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/community-planning/housing-documents) ## Related questions - [Terrace zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning-lookup.md) - [Terrace building permits: when you need one and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/building-permit.md) - [Terrace permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/deck-shed-garage-permit.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Secondary suite and carriage house rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/secondary-suite.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/secondary-suite.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/secondary-suite.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/secondary-suite.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/secondary-suite.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/secondary-suite.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/secondary-suite.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF, to Bylaw 2345-2026), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Fact Sheet DS-03 Secondary Suites (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-03-fact-sheet-secondary-suites.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Building Bylaw No. 2307-2024 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3959) (read 2026-11-05) - [CloudPermit, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/cloudpermit) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/secondary-suite/_ --- --- title: Terrace tree removal rules and permits question: "Do I need permission to cut down a tree on my property?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Building, renovating and your property owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/tree-removal/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/tree-removal.json" --- # Terrace tree removal rules and permits **Question:** Do I need permission to cut down a tree on my property? **Short answer:** Terrace has no tree bylaw, and no bylaw requires a permit to cut ordinary trees on private land. But in Official Community Plan development permit areas, clearing and tree removal can count as development and need a permit. Trees in parks and on boulevards are protected. Ask Development Services first. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Where:** - Phone: Development Services, 250-615-4022 - Email: Development Services, developmentservices@terrace.ca - Online: TerraMap (check development permit areas), https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap ## Key facts - **When a permit is needed:** No bylaw requires a permit to cut ordinary trees on private land. In OCP development permit areas a permit may be needed: the environmentally sensitive area rules list clearing and tree removal as development (staff may exempt), and hazard slope areas have tree permits. Floodplain development must keep riparian vegetation. - Source: [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy, s. 5.2, 5.3](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) - Official wording: "Development that is proposed within ESA DP Areas," … "requires that a development permit application be" … "Site clearing and removal of trees and/or" - Source: [Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2142-2018, DPA No. 2 Hazard Slope, No. 3 Floodplain](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) - Official wording: "Existing vegetation shall be maintained in order to avoid erosion, slumping and" … "All development shall retain riparian zone vegetation (within the specified leave" … "Permits for trees within Hazard Slope Protection areas for view enhancement purposes." … "All development shall retain riparian zone vegetation (within the specified leave strip areas) to reduce erosion and contribute to bank stability" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Exemptions:** Removal of hazardous trees that present an immediate danger to people or property, as determined by a certified Tree Risk Assessor, is exempt from a development permit, but City authorization is required. Removal of invasive plants recommended by a qualified environmental professional is also exempt. - Source: [Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2142-2018, DPA Exemptions 9 and 10](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) - Official wording: "Removal of hazardous trees that present an immediate danger to people, public or" … "private property, as determined by a certified Tree Risk Assessor. Authorization from the" … "Removal of invasive plant species, as recommended by a qualified environmental" - Source: [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy, Guideline 5](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) - Official wording: "Trees in ESAs that are identified as posing a high risk may be removed or modified" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee:** Not confirmed. Not found in the official sources that were read. - **Replacement trees:** No replacement-tree rule found for ordinary tree removal. In the floodplain development permit area, landowners must replant riparian vegetation that has been disturbed. - Source: [Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2142-2018, DPA No. 3 Floodplain, guideline 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) - Official wording: "Where existing alteration of a property has disturbed riparian vegetation," … "ers shall be required to replant the disturbed areas." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **City trees:** No one may cut down or damage any tree, shrub or plant in a park or public place unless authorized by the Director, and no one may destroy or injure any tree, shrub or other growing thing on a boulevard. - Source: [Parks and Public Places Bylaw No. 1942-2009, s. 2.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) - Official wording: "deface, cut down or otherwise destroy or damage any tree, shrub or other plant material, unless authorized by the Director;" - Source: [Street and Traffic Regulation Bylaw No. 1313-1993, s. 45(1)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) - Official wording: "No person shall at any time destroy or injure" … "any tree, shrub, flower, foliage, grass or other" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** No ticket is specific to cutting trees on private land. If clearing in a development permit area counts as development, the ticket for development without a permit is $1,000. City land: $500 for cutting trees or shrubs in a park or public place; $100 for destroying or injuring a tree or shrub on a boulevard. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827-2005, Schedule 12 (Parks and Public Places) and Schedule 18 (Street and Traffic)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Deface, cut down or destroy trees, shrubs ....................2.1 $500.00" … "Destroy/injure tree, shrub, grass etc. on boulevard ........... 45(1) $100.00" … "Development without a Permit" … "Destroy/injure tree, shrub, grass etc. on boulevard" … "Deface, cut down or destroy trees, shrubs" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** No tree bylaw. Private land: Official Community Plan Bylaw 2142-2018 development permit areas (including Appendix A, Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy). City land: Parks and Public Places Bylaw 1942-2009 and Street & Traffic Bylaw 1313-1993. - Source: [Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2142-2018, Title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) - Official wording: "LIST OF AMENDMENTS TO OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW NO. 2142-2018" - Source: [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy, Title](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) - Official wording: "Appendix A of OCP Bylaw 2142-2018" - Source: [Parks and Public Places Bylaw No. 1942-2009, Title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) - Official wording: "Consolidated Bylaw No. 1942 – 2009" - Source: [Street and Traffic Regulation Bylaw No. 1313-1993, Title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) - Official wording: "Bylaw No. 1313-1993 (Consolidated)" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Terrace has no tree protection bylaw. The Zoning Bylaw has no tree rules either. Instead, the [Official Community Plan](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) sets development permit areas. The [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) lists clearing and tree removal as development, which staff may exempt. Hazard slope areas have tree permits, and in floodplain areas landowners must replant disturbed riparian vegetation. ## Steps 1. Check whether your lot is in a development permit area on TerraMap, or call Development Services (250-615-4022). 2. If a permit is needed, apply to Development Services. No tree-cutting permit fee was found. ## Good to know - Exempt from a development permit: removing a hazardous tree that presents immediate danger, as determined by a certified Tree Risk Assessor (City authorization is still required), and removing invasive plants recommended by a qualified environmental professional. - No replacement-tree rule was found for ordinary trees. - City land: no one may cut or damage a tree, shrub or plant in a park or public place without the Director's authorization, or injure a tree on a boulevard. - Fines: no ticket is specific to cutting trees on private land. If clearing in a permit area counts as development, the municipal ticket for development without a permit may be $1,000. In a park or public place, cutting trees or shrubs is $500; injuring a boulevard tree or shrub is $100. ## Official forms and pages - [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) - [Official Community Plan Bylaw 2142 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) - [Parks and Public Places Bylaw 1942 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) - [Street and Traffic Regulation Bylaw 1313 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) ## Related questions - [Terrace zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/zoning-lookup.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Tree removal permits in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tree-removal.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/tree-removal.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/tree-removal.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/tree-removal.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/tree-removal.md) - [Houston](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/houston/tree-removal.md) - [Fraser Lake](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fraser-lake/tree-removal.md) ## Sources - [Environmentally Sensitive Areas Strategy (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/ESA%20Strategy%20-%20FINAL.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2142-2018 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4106) (read 2026-11-05) - [Parks and Public Places Bylaw No. 1942-2009 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) (read 2026-11-05) - [Street and Traffic Regulation Bylaw No. 1313-1993 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827-2005 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [TerraMap, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/tree-removal/_ --- --- title: "Terrace garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits" question: "When is garbage collected, and what are the rules for carts, limits, and extra bags?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Garbage, recycling and waste owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/garbage-collection/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/garbage-collection.json" --- # Terrace garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits **Question:** When is garbage collected, and what are the rules for carts, limits, and extra bags? **Short answer:** Terrace collects garbage from one City cart per household every second week, alternating with recycling; organics go out weekly. Put carts out by 8:00 a.m. Extra bags need a $2 garbage tag. Find your day on Recycle Coach or the annual schedule. No collection on statutory holidays. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Extra bags: $2 garbage tag each. Refuse collection is $12.50 per month, billed on the annual property tax notice; recycling has no charge. A 240-litre green cart swap is a one-time $45. **How long:** Garbage every second week; recycling alternates; organics weekly. **Where:** - Online: Recycle Coach (find your collection day), https://www.terrace.ca/recycle-coach - In person: City Hall (buy garbage tags), 3215 Eby Street, Terrace, BC - In person: Public Works (buy garbage tags), 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC - Phone: Collection questions, 250-615-4019 - Email: Collection questions, recycle@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **How often:** Garbage every second week; recycling every second week (alternating with garbage); organics (green cart) weekly. No collection on statutory holidays; the missed pickup is made on the date on the collection schedule. - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 13](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "Residential Refuse collection" … "shall be bi-weekly." … "Residential Organics" … "collection shall be weekly." - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Garbage page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "There is no garbage or recycling collection on statutory holidays." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Finding your day:** Use the Recycle Coach lookup, the Solid Waste Collection Route Map, or the annual Curbside Collection Schedule on terrace.ca. Questions: recycle@terrace.ca or 250-615-4019. - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Garbage page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "Use Recycle Coach to find your pickup day or check the Solid Waste Collection Route Map." … "recycle@terrace.ca" … "250-615-4019" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Carts:** Each home gets a 240-litre refuse cart, a 240-litre recycling cart and a 120-litre organics cart. A 240-litre green cart is a one-time $45 swap; contact the City (250-615-4019) to order. Report damaged or missing carts to Public Works; the owner pays for damage by negligence. Carts belong to the City. - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 4(1), 4(4)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "Each eligible Residential Unit shall be provided a 240 litre Refuse Cart, a" … "240 litre Recycling Cart, and a 120 litre Organics Cart." … "notify the City of Terrace Public Works Department of" … "any damaged or missing Carts." - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "240 litre Organics Cart" … "$100.00" - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Curbside Yard Waste Pickup](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "There’s a one-time fee of $45 for this cart" … "To order, please contact us" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Setting carts out:** Carts out by 8:00 a.m. on collection day, within 2 m (6 ft) of the travelled road, arrows pointing to the road, at least 1 m clearance around each cart. Remove empty carts and scattered waste from the roadway by 10:00 p.m. that day. Do not overfill so the lid will not close. (Sources differ: The 2026 Curbside Collection Schedule says carts must be within 1 metre (3 feet) of the travelled portion of the road; the bylaw and the City web page say 2 metres (6 feet). The bylaw is followed here.) - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 5(3), 5(4), 5(5)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "By 8:00 a.m. on the day Solid Waste collection service is provided for" … "within two metres (six feet) of" … "arrows pointing" … "no later than 10:00" … "p.m. on the collection day." - Source: [2026 Curbside Collection Schedule, 2026 Guidelines](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2026%20Collection%20Schedule%20FINAL.pdf) - Official wording: "Carts must be at curbside, within 1 metre (3 feet) of the travelled portion of the" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Limits and extra garbage:** One refuse cart per household every second week. Extra bags must be black bags with a $2 Garbage Tag attached, maximum 22 kg (50 lb) each. Recycling is unlimited if loose in the cart or in clear bags beside it. No construction waste, hazardous or special waste. Fines apply for repeated prohibited waste in carts (4th offence $25 up to $100). - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 7(2), Schedule A, 11](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "Refuse in excess of that which can be properly contained within the" … "Refuse Cart will be collected if set out in black bags with a Bag" … "Bags must not weigh in excess of 22 kgs (50 lbs)." … "Bag Tags" … "$2.00 per tag" - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Curbside Refuse](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "One (1) cart per household every second week for residential garbage is being enforced." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee:** Refuse collection $12.50 per month, billed on the annual property tax invoice to the owner (10% penalty if unpaid by the due date). Recycling no charge; organics and yard waste included. Garbage Tags $2 each. - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, Schedule A, s. 20](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "Refuse Collection – Bi-Weekly" … "$12.50 per month" … "Recycling Collection – Bi-Weekly" … "no charge" … "The calendar year’s services shall be billed on the annual property tax" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** City of Terrace Solid Waste Operations Bylaw No. 2130-2017 - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 25](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "City of Terrace Solid Waste Operations Bylaw No." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under the [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130](), each home gets a 240-litre refuse cart, a 240-litre recycling cart and a 120-litre organics cart. Garbage and recycling are each collected every second week, alternating; organics (the green cart) are collected weekly. Carts belong to the City. Collection is for residential homes; the City does not collect commercial or multi-family waste. ## Steps 1. Look up your day on Recycle Coach, the Solid Waste Collection Route Map, or the annual Curbside Collection Schedule. 2. Put carts out by 8:00 a.m. on collection day, within 2 m (6 ft) of the travelled road, with the arrows pointing to the road and at least 1 m of clearance around each cart. 3. Do not overfill; the lid must close. 4. For extra bags, buy $2 garbage tags at City Hall or Public Works. Use black bags with a tag attached; each bag may weigh at most 22 kg (50 lb). 5. Remove empty carts and any scattered waste from the road by 10:00 p.m. that day. ## Good to know - Only one refuse cart per household is collected every second week. - No collection on statutory holidays. The missed pickup is made on the date shown on the collection schedule. - Refuse collection is $12.50 per month, billed to the owner on the annual property tax invoice (10% penalty if unpaid by the due date). Recycling has no charge; organics and yard waste are included. - A 240-litre green cart swap is a one-time $45 (call 250-615-4019). The bylaw's schedule charges $100 for a 240-litre organics cart for new homes. - Conflict: the 2026 collection schedule says carts must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the road. The bylaw and the City web page say 2 m; confirm if unsure. - Oversized items (microwaves, broken chairs) and construction waste are not collected; take them to the Thornhill Transfer Station. - Repeated prohibited waste in carts: the first three offences get a warning, then $25, $50, $75, and $100 for the seventh and later. - A medical waste exemption gives an extra refuse cart at no charge, with written verification of the medical need. Needles and blood are not exempted. - Report damaged or missing carts to Public Works. The owner pays for damage caused by negligence. ## What you'll need - Your address, to look up your collection day ## Official forms and pages - [2026 Curbside Collection Schedule (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2026%20Collection%20Schedule%20FINAL.pdf) - [Solid Waste Collection Route Map (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/Residential%20Garbage%20Collection%20Routes.pdf) - [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) ## The same question elsewhere - [Garbage collection in British Columbia: frequency, limits and fees by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/garbage-collection.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/garbage-collection.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/garbage-collection.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/garbage-collection.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/garbage-collection.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/garbage-collection.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/garbage-collection.md) ## Sources - [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) (read 2026-11-05) - [2026 Curbside Collection Schedule, City of Terrace (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2026%20Collection%20Schedule%20FINAL.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) (read 2026-11-05) _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 City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/garbage-collection/_ --- --- title: Terrace yard waste collection and drop-off question: "Where does yard waste and brush go?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Garbage, recycling and waste owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/yard-waste/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/yard-waste.json" --- # Terrace yard waste collection and drop-off **Question:** Where does yard waste and brush go? **Short answer:** In Terrace, curbside yard waste goes in the green organics cart on your regular collection day. Larger amounts can be dropped off free at the Public Works yard, 5003 Graham Avenue, on Mondays only, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., from the second week of April to the third Monday in November. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Free at the Public Works drop-off. The Thornhill Transfer Station charges a minimum of $10 (up to 200 lbs / 90 kg). **How long:** Curbside yard waste goes out on your weekly organics day; the City drop-off runs from the second week of April to the third Monday in November. **Where:** - In person: Public Works yard drop-off, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC (Mondays only, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; check in at the front gate) - In person: Thornhill Transfer Station (RDKS), 3016 Old Lakelse Lake Road, Terrace, BC (Mon 12 to 7 p.m.; Tue and Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat and Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Wed and Thu) - Phone: Collection questions, 250-615-4019 ## Key facts - **Curbside collection:** Yes. The City web page says yard waste goes in the green organics cart on your regular weekly collection day. The Solid Waste Bylaw (s. 10.1) says yard waste is set out in certified compostable or brown kraft paper bags, weekly from mid-April to mid-November. (Sources differ: The bylaw (s. 10.1) says yard waste is to be set out in certified compostable or brown kraft paper bags, while the City web page says it goes in the green cart. Both are given; organics are collected weekly all year.) - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Curbside Yard Waste Pickup](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "Curbside yard waste is picked up in your green cart on your regular collection day only." - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 13(4)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "Residential Yard Waste" … "collection shall be weekly from mid-April to mid-November." … "Only Organics or Yard Waste as defined shall be set out for collection in the Organics Cart." … "Yard Waste shall be placed in certified compostable bags or brown kraft" … "Residential Yard Waste collection shall be weekly from mid-April to mid-November." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to set it out:** Bylaw: yard waste means leaves, clippings, trimmings, flowers, weeds and branches under 12 mm thick and 1 m long, in certified compostable or brown kraft paper bags, max 22 kg (50 lb) each. Web page for the green cart: branches and prunings under 10 cm thick and 50 cm long. (Sources differ: The bylaw's definition of Organics allows tree branches under 75 mm; its definition of Yard Waste says under 12 mm. The City web page for the green cart allows up to 10 cm thick and 50 cm long. The bylaw is quoted first.) - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 1.0, 10](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "small branches less than 12 mm (1/2 inch) in diameter and less than" … "Yard Waste shall be placed in certified compostable bags or brown kraft" … "Maximum bag weight shall be 22 kgs (50 lbs)." - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Curbside Organics and Yard Waste](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "small branches and prunings less than 10 cm (4 in) thick and 50 cm (20 in) long" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Drop-off:** Free at the City Public Works yard, 5003 Graham Ave, Mondays only, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., from the second week of April to the third Monday in November. Also accepted at the RDKS Thornhill Transfer Station, 3016 Old Lakelse Lake Road: Mon 12 to 7 p.m., Tue and Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat and Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Wed and Thu. - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Yard Waste Drop-Off](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "Location: 5003 Graham Ave." … "Hours: Mondays ONLY, from 8:30am - 4pm, starting the second week in April and available until the third Monday in November." … "3016 Old Lakelse Lake Road" - Source: [2026 Curbside Collection Schedule, 2026 schedule](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2026%20Collection%20Schedule%20FINAL.pdf) - Official wording: "Yard Waste Drop Off is from April 13th – November 16th." - Source: [Solid Waste Facilities, Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine, Thornhill Transfer Station: hours](https://www.rdks.bc.ca/cms/One.aspx?portalId=12415190&pageId=15023897) - Official wording: "Mon: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm" … "Tues: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm" … "Wed: CLOSED Thurs: CLOSED" … "Sat: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Cost:** Free at the Public Works drop-off. Curbside yard waste is included in the basic collection charge ($12.50 a month for refuse collection). The RDKS Thornhill Transfer Station charges tipping fees: minimum $10, covering up to 200 lbs (90 kg). - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Yard Waste Drop-Off](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "for FREE at the City's Public Works yard" - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "Yard Waste Collection" … "included with basic charges" - Source: [Solid Waste Facilities, Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine, Thornhill Transfer Station: general information](https://www.rdks.bc.ca/cms/One.aspx?portalId=12415190&pageId=15023897) - Official wording: "A minimum charge of $10 applies and covers up to 200 lbs. / 90 kgs. of material." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Not accepted:** Drop-off: food scraps, food-soiled paper, building materials, household refuse, tree stumps and large branches. Curbside green cart: fecal matter, diapers, plastics, and invasive plants. Also no animal carcasses, manure, rocks, soil or sod. - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Yard Waste Drop-Off](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "Not accepted: food scraps, food-soiled paper products, building materials, or any household refuse" … "no tree stumps, large branches" - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Curbside Organics](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "Examples of items that are not acceptable: fecal matter, diapers, and plastics." … "Do NOT place invasive plants in your curbside yard waste" - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 9(3)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "Animal carcasses, slaughter waste, excrement, and manure shall not be" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** City of Terrace Solid Waste Operations Bylaw No. 2130-2017 - Source: [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130, s. 25](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "City of Terrace Solid Waste Operations Bylaw No." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works The City's web page says curbside yard waste is picked up in your green organics cart on your regular collection day. For more, the City runs a free drop-off at its Public Works yard. The [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw]() differs: it says yard waste is set out in certified compostable or brown kraft paper bags, with weekly yard waste collection from mid-April to mid-November. Confirm with the City if unsure. ## Steps 1. For small amounts, use the green cart, following the City's guidance. 2. For more, bring it to 5003 Graham Avenue on a Monday between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., from the second week of April to the third Monday in November. Check the City's annual collection schedule for the exact dates and holiday changes. 3. Check in with the attendant at the front gate and follow the posted signs and 10 km/h speed limit. 4. Brown compostable paper bags are preferred. There is no bag limit at drop-off. ## Good to know - The bylaw defines yard waste as leaves, clippings, trimmings, flowers, weeds and small branches under 12 mm (1/2 inch) thick and 1 m long, in bags of at most 22 kg (50 lb). The City's green cart page allows branches and prunings under 10 cm (4 in) thick and 50 cm (20 in) long. The bylaw is the rule; confirm with the City. - Not accepted at drop-off: food scraps, food-soiled paper, building materials, household refuse, tree stumps and large branches. - Not accepted in the green cart: fecal matter, diapers, plastics and invasive plants. Animal carcasses, manure, rocks, soil and sod are also not allowed. - The yard waste is free at the drop-off. At the curb it is included in the basic collection charge. - The Regional District's Thornhill Transfer Station also takes yard and garden waste. It charges tipping fees, with a $10 minimum for up to 200 lbs (90 kg). Hours and fees are on the RDKS site. ## Official forms and pages - [2026 Curbside Collection Schedule (drop-off dates)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2026%20Collection%20Schedule%20FINAL.pdf) - [Invasive Species, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling/invasive-species) ## The same question elsewhere - [Yard waste collection in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/yard-waste.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/yard-waste.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/yard-waste.md) - [Daajing Giids](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/daajing-giids/yard-waste.md) - [Mackenzie](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/mackenzie/yard-waste.md) - [Prince George](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-george/yard-waste.md) - [Port Hardy](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-hardy/yard-waste.md) ## Sources - [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) (read 2026-11-05) - [2026 Curbside Collection Schedule, City of Terrace (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2026%20Collection%20Schedule%20FINAL.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Solid Waste Operations Bylaw 2130 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3945) (read 2026-11-05) - [Solid Waste Facilities, Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine](https://www.rdks.bc.ca/cms/One.aspx?portalId=12415190&pageId=15023897) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/yard-waste/_ --- --- title: Terrace watering restrictions question: "Are there lawn sprinkling or watering restrictions?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Water, sewer, roads and snow owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/water-restrictions/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/water-restrictions.json" --- # Terrace watering restrictions **Question:** Are there lawn sprinkling or watering restrictions? **Short answer:** Yes. Terrace enforces sprinkling restrictions year-round. Stage 1 applies all year unless otherwise indicated: sprinkle only 6 to 9 a.m. and 7 to 10 p.m., odd-numbered addresses on odd-numbered days and even-numbered addresses on even-numbered days. Vegetable gardens and fruit trees are exempt. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Ticket $100 for sprinkling in violation of water restrictions. **Where:** - Online: Water Conservation page (shows the current stage), https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/water/water-conservation - Phone: Public Works, 250-615-4021 (Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) ## Key facts - **When restrictions apply:** The City enforces sprinkling restrictions year-round. Stage 1 is in effect all year unless otherwise indicated; Stages 2 to 5 add tighter limits when the City announces them. The Director of Engineering may restrict water use other than normal indoor use. - Source: [Water Conservation, Water Conservation page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/water/water-conservation) - Official wording: "The City of Terrace enforces water sprinkling restrictions year-round." … "Stage 1: In effect year-round unless otherwise indicated" - Source: [Water Distribution & Sale Consolidated Bylaw 1326, s. 26](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4242) - Official wording: "The Director of Engineering may from time to time place restrictions upon the" … "usage of potable water for purposes other than normal internal domestic use" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Sprinkling schedule:** Stage 1 (year-round): 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.; odd-numbered addresses on odd-numbered days, even-numbered addresses on even-numbered days. Stage 2: same hours, odd addresses Wednesdays and Sundays, even addresses Tuesdays and Saturdays, none 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Stage 3: no sprinkling. - Source: [Water Conservation, Stage 1](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/water/water-conservation) - Official wording: "Sprinkling is permitted only from 6 am–9 am and 7 pm–10 pm on your designated days:" … "Odd-numbered addresses – Odd-numbered days" … "Even-numbered addresses – Even-numbered days" … "Odd-numbered addresses – Wednesdays and Sundays" … "Even-numbered addresses – Tuesdays and Saturdays" … "No sprinkling from 9 am–7 pm daily City-wide." … "Stage 3: Sprinkling not permitted City-wide" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Allowed at any time:** Vegetable gardens and fruit trees are exempt from all watering restrictions. Under Stage 2, handheld hose with a controlled nozzle is allowed anytime; under Stage 3 it is allowed for flowers, plants and shrubs, and pool or hot tub top-ups only. - Source: [Water Conservation, Water Conservation page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/water/water-conservation) - Official wording: "Exceptions: Vegetable gardens and fruit trees are exempt from all watering restrictions." … "Watering by handheld hose with a controlled nozzle is allowed anytime." … "Hot tub or pool top-ups only are permitted." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **New lawns:** Stage 3: a new house with a first-time lawn of seed or turf can apply for a permit. - Source: [Water Conservation, Stage 3](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/water/water-conservation) - Official wording: "New house with first-time lawn of seed or turf can apply for permit." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** Sprinkling in violation of water restrictions: $100 (municipal ticket). - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 21](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Sprinkling in violation of water restrictions" … "$100.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Terrace Water Distribution and Sale Bylaw No. 1326-1993 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 2339-2026), s. 26 - Source: [Water Distribution & Sale Consolidated Bylaw 1326, s. 37](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4242) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "Terrace Water Distribution and Sale Bylaw No." … "1326-1993"." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works The City says it enforces sprinkling restrictions year-round, using five stages as a guide. Stage 1 is in effect year-round unless otherwise indicated; Stages 2 to 5 add tighter limits when the City announces them. Under [Water Distribution and Sale Bylaw 1326]() (section 26), the Director of Engineering may restrict water use other than normal indoor use. The City's Water Conservation page shows the current stage; check it before you water. ## The stages 1. **Stage 1** (year-round): sprinkling only 6 to 9 a.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. Odd-numbered addresses use odd-numbered days; even-numbered addresses use even-numbered days. 2. **Stage 2**: same hours, but odd addresses water Wednesdays and Sundays and even addresses Tuesdays and Saturdays. No sprinkling 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Handheld hose with a controlled nozzle is allowed anytime. 3. **Stage 3**: no sprinkling City-wide. Handheld hose with a controlled nozzle for flowers, plants and shrubs, and pool or hot tub top-ups only. A new house with a first-time lawn of seed or turf can apply for a permit. 4. **Stage 4**: ban on all non-essential water use, including watering lawns, plants, flowers and shrubs, filling pools and hot tubs, and washing vehicles, boats and driveways. The Splash Park is closed. 5. **Stage 5**: all Stage 4 bans plus commercial car washes are banned. ## Good to know - Vegetable gardens and fruit trees are exempt from all watering restrictions. - Sprinkling against the restrictions is a $100 municipal ticket. - The page does not say where to apply for the new-lawn permit or what it costs; ask Public Works at 250-615-4021. ## Official forms and pages - [Water use restriction stages (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/city-services/COT-water-stages-social-web.pdf) - [Water Distribution & Sale Bylaw 1326 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4242) ## The same question elsewhere - [Watering restrictions in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/water-restrictions.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/water-restrictions.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/water-restrictions.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/water-restrictions.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/water-restrictions.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/water-restrictions.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/water-restrictions.md) ## Sources - [Water Conservation, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/water/water-conservation) (read 2026-11-05) - [Water Distribution & Sale Consolidated Bylaw 1326 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4242) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [Department Contacts, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/department-contacts) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/water-restrictions/_ --- --- title: "Terrace dog licences: fees and how to get one" question: "How do I get a dog licence, and what does it cost?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-licence/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-licence.json" --- # Terrace dog licences: fees and how to get one **Question:** How do I get a dog licence, and what does it cost? **Short answer:** Every dog over six months old in Terrace needs a City licence each calendar year. Buy it in person at the Animal Shelter or City Hall. The bylaw sets $20 a year for a spayed or neutered dog and $50 for one that is not; seniors pay half. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** $20 spayed or neutered; $50 not spayed or neutered; seniors $10 and $25. A new licence issued July 1 to December 31 costs 50% of the fee. Guide dogs and police services dogs $0. Replacement or transfer $5. Hobby kennel licence $100. Fine for no licence: $100. **How long:** Licences run January 1 to December 31 of the year issued (or the rest of that year). **Where:** - In person: Animal Shelter, 5003 Graham Avenue, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC (Monday to Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.) - Phone: Animal Control, 250-615-4031 - Email: Animal Control, shelter@terrace.ca - In person: City Hall, 3215 Eby Street, Terrace, BC ## Key facts - **Licence required:** Yes. Every dog over six months old kept in the City needs a valid licence. A person under 19 needs a parent or guardian's written consent. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 6.1, 6.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "No person shall own, possess or harbour any dog that is over the age of six (6) months within the boundaries of the City unless a valid and subsisting licence has been issued" … "provides the Animal Control Officer with written consent, in the prescribed form, of his or her parent or guardian" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Issued by:** The City of Terrace, through the Animal Shelter (5003 Graham Ave) and City Hall (3215 Eby Street). - Source: [Animal Control, Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) - Official wording: "Dog licences may be purchased at the Animal Shelter or at City Hall (3215 Eby Street)." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee, spayed or neutered:** $20 a year ($10 for seniors). - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "Neutered male or spayed female" … "$20.00" … "$10.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee, not spayed or neutered:** $50 a year ($25 for seniors). - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "Non-neutered male or non-spayed female $50.00" … "$25.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other fees and discounts:** Seniors pay half price. A new licence issued July 1 to Dec. 31 costs 50% of the fee (not renewals, and not seniors already at the reduced rate). Replacement or transfer of a licence $5. Guide dogs and police services dogs $0. Hobby kennel licence $100. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "shall be subject to a fee equal to 50% of the above noted fees" … "Replacement or transfer of licence" … "$5.00" … "Guide Dog" … "Police Services Dog" … "Hobby Kennel" … "$100.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Renewal:** Licences run January 1 to December 31 of the year issued (or the rest of that year). - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 6.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "shall be for the period January 1st to December 31st of the year issued or the remaining portion thereof" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to get one:** In person at the Animal Shelter (5003 Graham Ave, 250-615-4031) or at City Hall (3215 Eby Street). - Source: [Animal Control, Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) - Official wording: "Dog licences may be purchased at the Animal Shelter or at City Hall (3215 Eby Street)." … "250-615-4031" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine, unlicensed dog:** $100 (municipal ticket, for failing to obtain a dog licence). - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Failing to Obtain Dog Licence" … "$100.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 2159-2019 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 2284-2023) - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "BYLAW NO. 2159-2019/2284-2023" … "LICENCING, AND CONTROL OF" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under [Animal Control Bylaw 2159](), no one in Terrace may own, keep or harbour a dog over six months old without a valid licence. Each licence is for one dog, and the tag must stay fastened to the dog's collar or harness. A person under 19 needs a parent or guardian's written consent. ## Steps 1. Bring the dog's name, breed and age, and the address where it is kept. 2. Go to the Animal Shelter (5003 Graham Avenue) or City Hall (3215 Eby Street). The City page lists only these two in-person options; it does not mention online or mail. 3. Pay the fee for your dog's status. Say if you qualify for the senior rate. 4. Put the tag on the dog's collar or harness. A lost licence is replaced for $5. ## Good to know - A licence expires on December 31. A new licence bought from July 1 to December 31 costs half the fee (this does not apply to renewals, or to seniors already paying the reduced rate). - Failing to get a dog licence is a $100 municipal ticket. - Keeping more than three dogs needs a $100 hobby kennel licence (up to five dogs). - Aggressive and dangerous dogs have their own licence fees; see the dangerous dogs answer. ## What you'll need - Dog's name, breed and age, and the address where it is kept - Written parent or guardian consent if the owner is under 19 ## Official forms and pages - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - [Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) ## Related questions - [How many dogs or cats you can keep in Terrace](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/how-many-pets.md) - [Terrace dog leash rules and off-leash areas](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Terrace rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dangerous-dogs.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dog licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-licence.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/dog-licence.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/dog-licence.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/dog-licence.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/dog-licence.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/dog-licence.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/dog-licence.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) (read 2026-11-05) - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) _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 City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-licence/_ --- --- title: Terrace dog leash rules and off-leash areas question: "Where can dogs be off leash, and what are the leash rules?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-leash-rules/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-leash-rules.json" --- # Terrace dog leash rules and off-leash areas **Question:** Where can dogs be off leash, and what are the leash rules? **Short answer:** In Terrace a dog may not run at large anywhere in the city. Off-leash walking is allowed only in designated off-leash dog parks, where the dog must stay in your sight and under your control. The ticket is $200. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Ticket: $200 for a dog running at large or off leash in a non-permitted area; $100 for an off-leash dog out of sight. **Where:** - In person: Animal Shelter, 5003 Graham Avenue, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC (Monday to Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.) - Phone: Animal Control, 250-615-4031 - Email: Animal Control, shelter@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **Leash rule:** A dog must not run at large anywhere in the City. A dog is not at large only if it is on its owner's (or its carer's) property, attached to a competent person strong enough to hold it, or securely confined in an enclosure. Off-leash is allowed only in designated off-leash dog parks. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 1.0 (Running at Large), 15.2, 16.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "No owner or possessor, of a dog shall allow the dog to run at large anywhere within City limits." … "attached directly to a person who is competent and of sufficient" … "securely confined within an enclosure." … "Off-leash dog walking is only permitted in designated off-leash dog" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Maximum leash length:** None set. Terrace's bylaws do not set a maximum leash length. - **Off-leash areas:** Only in designated off-leash dog parks listed on the Schedule B maps of the Animal Control Bylaw. Bylaw 2284-2023 added Elks Park (Haugland Avenue) and Christy Park (Eby Street). The dog must stay in sight and under its owner's direct control. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 16.1, 16.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "Off-leash dog walking is only permitted in designated off-leash dog" … "An off-leash dog shall at all times remain within visual surveillance" - Source: [Animal Control Amendment Bylaw 2284-2023, s. 3.0 (Amendment Bylaw 2284-2023)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2025-04/2284-23_Animal_Control_Amendment_Bylaw_0.pdf) - Official wording: "Off-Leash Dog Park located at Elks Park on Haugland Avenue as shown shaded" … "Off-Leash Dog Park located at Christy Park on Eby Street shown shaded in grey" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Places dogs are not allowed:** Not confirmed. Not found in the official sources that were read. - **Cleaning up:** Pick up immediately: no one may let a dog excrete on any property other than the owner's unless the person immediately removes it (exception: a blind person with a guide dog). Same rule in off-leash parks, and Parks bylaw bans leaving animal waste in any park or public place. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 9.2, 16.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "shall cause or allow a dog under their control, to excrete on any" … "property, other than the owner’s or possessor’s property unless that" … "person immediately removes such excrement." - Source: [Parks and Public Places Consolidated Bylaw 1942, s. 4.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) - Official wording: "leave any animal waste deposited by any animal belonging to them or in their" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine, dog at large or off leash:** Dog running at large: $200. Off-leash dog walking in a non-permitted area: $200. Failing to keep an off-leash dog within visual surveillance: $100. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Dog running at large" … "Off-leash dog walking in non-permitted area" … "Failure to keep off-leash dog within visual surveillance" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 2159-2019 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 2284-2023); also Parks and Public Places Bylaw No. 1942-2009 (s. 4.3). - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "AND AMENDMENTS THERETO UP TO & INCLUDING BYLAW #2284-2023 BYLAW NO. 2159-2019/2284-2023 "A BYLAW TO PROVIDE FOR REGULATING, LICENCING, AND CONTROL OF ANIMALS WITHIN THE CITY OF TERRACE."" - Source: [Parks and Public Places Consolidated Bylaw 1942, s. 4.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) - Official wording: "allow any dog or animal to run at large with the exception of areas designated" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under [Animal Control Bylaw 2159](), no owner may let a dog run at large anywhere in the city. A dog is not at large only if it is on its owner's (or carer's) property, attached to a person who is competent and strong enough to hold it, or securely confined in an enclosure. The [Parks and Public Places Bylaw]() also bans letting a dog run at large in a park or public place, except in areas designated as off-leash. ## Good to know - Off-leash walking is allowed only in designated off-leash dog parks. Amendment Bylaw 2284-2023 added Elks Park (Haugland Avenue) and Christy Park (Eby Street). The bylaw's original park maps (Schedule B) cannot be read, so other parks may be designated; ask the Animal Shelter. - An off-leash dog must stay in your sight and under your direct control. - Pick up after your dog right away. No one may let a dog excrete on property other than the owner's unless the person immediately removes it (a blind person with a guide dog is excepted). The same applies in off-leash parks. - The bylaws do not set a maximum leash length, and we found no places that ban dogs outright. - Tickets are municipal tickets: $200 for a dog running at large, $200 for off-leash walking outside a permitted area, and $100 for an off-leash dog out of its owner's sight. Failing to remove dog waste from others' property is $100. - For questions, contact the Animal Shelter at 250-615-4031. ## Official forms and pages - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - [Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) - [Parks and Public Places Bylaw 1942 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) ## Related questions - [Terrace dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-licence.md) - [Terrace rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dangerous-dogs.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dog leash rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/dog-leash-rules.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/dog-leash-rules.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/dog-leash-rules.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) (read 2026-11-05) - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) (read 2026-11-05) - [Parks and Public Places Consolidated Bylaw 1942 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3930) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [Animal Control Amendment Bylaw 2284-2023 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/2025-04/2284-23_Animal_Control_Amendment_Bylaw_0.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 1 is recorded as not set; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-leash-rules/_ --- --- title: Terrace rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs question: "What are the rules for aggressive or dangerous dogs?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dangerous-dogs/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dangerous-dogs.json" --- # Terrace rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs **Question:** What are the rules for aggressive or dangerous dogs? **Short answer:** In Terrace the Animal Control Officer decides whether a dog is declared aggressive or dangerous. Owners then need a special licence ($100 a year aggressive, $200 dangerous) and must keep the dog secured; a dangerous dog must also be muzzled and leashed off the property, with warning signs posted. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Licence $100 a year aggressive, $200 a year dangerous (impound fees: $200 aggressive, $300 dangerous). **Where:** - In person: Animal Shelter, 5003 Graham Avenue, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC (Monday to Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.) - Phone: Animal Control, 250-615-4031 - Email: Animal Control, shelter@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **How a dog is declared dangerous or aggressive:** The Animal Control Officer decides, at their discretion. Dangerous dog: has killed or seriously injured a person; or a domestic animal in a public place or on property not owned or occupied by the dog's person; or is likely to, in the officer's reasonable belief. Aggressive dog: attacked, bit, or tried to, as the officer determines. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 1.0, 10.1, 11.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "Aggressive Dog means a dog that has attacked bitten or caused injury or" … "Dangerous Dog means a dog that:" … "The Animal Control Officer may, at their discretion, declare and record a" … "dog as a dangerous dog." … "has killed or seriously injured a person," … "b. has killed or seriously injured a domestic animal, while in a public place or" … "while on private property, other than property owned or occupied by the" … "an Animal Control Officer has reasonable grounds to believe is likely to kill" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Rules for owners:** Get a dangerous (or aggressive) dog licence. At home, keep the dog inside the residence or in a rear or side yard in a secure enclosure. Away from home, a dangerous dog must be muzzled and on a secure leash held by a responsible person 19 or older (or in a locked vehicle or enclosure). Post warning signs for a dangerous dog. Report a sale within 7 days, and report an escape or bite immediately. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 11.2, 11.4, 11.5, 11.6, 11.7, 11.8](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "must obtain a dangerous dog licence." … "it must be muzzled" … "19 years of age or older" … "within seven (7) days if the dog is sold or given away." … "must post on the property where the dog" … "warning signs that a dangerous dog is being kept on the" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Licence fee:** Dangerous dog licence $200 a year; aggressive dog licence $100 a year. (Sources differ: The City's Animal Control web page lists Dangerous Dog $100 per year, which matches the bylaw's fee for an aggressive dog. The bylaw (Schedule A, as amended) says dangerous $200. Impound fees: aggressive $200, dangerous $300.) - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "ii. Non-neutered male or non-spayed female $50.00 $25.00 iii. Aggressive Dog $100.00 iv. Dangerous Dog $200.00 v. Guide Dog $0 vi. Police Services Dog $0" - Source: [Animal Control, Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) - Official wording: "Dangerous Dog: $100.00 per year" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to report:** Contact Animal Control at 250-615-4031 or shelter@terrace.ca. - Source: [Animal Control, Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) - Official wording: "Please contact Animal Control at 250-615-4031 or shelter@terrace.ca." - Source: [Bylaw Enforcement, Bylaw Enforcement page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/bylaw-enforcement) - Official wording: "please contact Animal Control (contact info below)." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** Municipal tickets: declared dangerous dog $300; no dangerous dog licence $200; dangerous dog not secured on owner's property $200; not muzzled and on a leash $200; no warning signs $100. Aggressive dog: $200; no licence $100; not secured $100; not on a leash $100. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Dangerous Dog." … "$300.00" … "Failing to obtain Dangerous Dog Licence" … "Dangerous Dog not properly muzzled and on a leash" … "Failure to Post Dangerous Dog warnings on property" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 2159-2019 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 2284-2023) - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "AND AMENDMENTS THERETO UP TO & INCLUDING BYLAW #2284-2023 BYLAW NO. 2159-2019/2284-2023 "A BYLAW TO PROVIDE FOR REGULATING, LICENCING, AND CONTROL OF ANIMALS WITHIN THE CITY OF TERRACE."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under [Animal Control Bylaw 2159](), the Animal Control Officer decides, at their discretion, whether to declare and record a dog as aggressive or dangerous. An aggressive dog has attacked, bitten or tried to, as the officer determines. A dangerous dog has killed or seriously injured a person, or a domestic animal in a public place or on property not owned or occupied by the dog's person, or the officer reasonably believes it is likely to. ## Good to know - Get a dangerous (or aggressive) dog licence. The bylaw sets $200 a year for dangerous and $100 for aggressive. The City's Animal Control web page lists Dangerous Dog at $100, so confirm with Animal Control. - At home, keep the dog inside the residence or in a secure enclosure in the rear or side yard. - Away from home, a dangerous dog must be muzzled and on a secure leash held by a responsible person 19 or older (or be in a locked vehicle or enclosure). Post warning signs on the property. Aggressive dogs have similar rules but no muzzle or sign requirement. - Report a sale or giveaway within 7 days, and report an escape or bite immediately. - A dog that bites and is not vaccinated is quarantined for 10 days at the owner's cost. - The officer may seize a dangerous dog and apply to BC Provincial Court for a destruction order. An owner may apply to be removed from the record after 18 months (aggressive) or 36 months (dangerous). - Municipal tickets: declared dangerous dog $300; no dangerous dog licence $200; dangerous dog not secured on owner's property $200; not muzzled and on a leash $200; no warning signs $100. Aggressive dog: $200; no licence $100; not secured $100; not on a leash $100. - To report a dog, contact Animal Control at 250-615-4031 or shelter@terrace.ca. ## Official forms and pages - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - [Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) ## Related questions - [Terrace dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-licence.md) - [Terrace dog leash rules and off-leash areas](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-leash-rules.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dangerous dog rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/dangerous-dogs.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/dangerous-dogs.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/dangerous-dogs.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) (read 2026-11-05) - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [Bylaw Enforcement, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/bylaw-enforcement) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dangerous-dogs/_ --- --- title: How many dogs or cats you can keep in Terrace question: "How many dogs or cats can I keep?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/how-many-pets/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/how-many-pets.json" --- # How many dogs or cats you can keep in Terrace **Question:** How many dogs or cats can I keep? **Short answer:** Terrace allows no more than three dogs (lap dogs count) and no more than four cats in a dwelling unit or on a parcel. More than three dogs needs a hobby kennel licence ($100), which covers up to five dogs for non-commercial use. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Hobby kennel licence $100. Ticket for exceeding the limit $100. **Where:** - In person: Animal Shelter, 5003 Graham Avenue, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC (Monday to Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.) - Phone: Animal Control, 250-615-4031 - Email: Animal Control, shelter@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **Dogs allowed:** No more than three dogs (lap dogs count) in a dwelling unit or on any parcel in the City. More than three only under a hobby dog kennel licence (up to five dogs, non-commercial). - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 5.2, 20.3, definition of Hobby Dog Kennel](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "No more than three (3) dogs or lap dogs, and no more than four (4) cats" … "No person shall own, possess, keep or harbour more than three (3)" … "the keeping on a parcel of land, a maximum of five (5) dogs, for non-commercial purposes" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Cats allowed:** No more than four cats in a dwelling unit or on any parcel. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 5.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "no more than four (4) cats" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other animal limits:** Only dogs, cats, small animals (e.g. hamsters, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles), livestock, poultry, domestic pet birds and licensed fur-farm animals are permitted in the City. Livestock and poultry are limited by zoning; up to four backyard hens are allowed in some residential zones. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 5.1, 5.5, 17.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "only the following animals are permitted in the City of Terrace." … "No poultry shall be kept in any portion of the City that is zoned" … "subject to the regulations of the City of Terrace, Zoning Bylaw No." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Exceptions:** A hobby dog kennel licence ($100) allows up to five dogs for non-commercial purposes; commercial kennels are allowed on AR1, AR2 and M1 parcels over 4100 m² with a business licence. An unweaned animal and its mother count as one animal. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 13.1, 20.1, 21.1, Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "All unweaned offspring of an animal together with the female parent" … "No person shall operate a hobby dog kennel, without being the holder" … "Commercial Kennels are permitted on parcels zoned AR1, AR2 and M1" … "Hobby Kennel" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** Keeping more than 3 dogs or 4 cats: $100. Operating a hobby dog kennel without a licence: $100. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Keeping of more than 3 dogs or 4 cats" … "Failure to obtain Hobby Dog Kennel license" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 2159-2019 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 2284-2023) - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "AND AMENDMENTS THERETO UP TO & INCLUDING BYLAW #2284-2023 BYLAW NO. 2159-2019/2284-2023 "A BYLAW TO PROVIDE FOR REGULATING, LICENCING, AND CONTROL OF ANIMALS WITHIN THE CITY OF TERRACE."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Animal Control Bylaw 2159](), section 5.2, allows no more than three dogs or lap dogs and no more than four cats in a dwelling unit or on any parcel in the city. The bylaw's definition of a cat leaves out cats under four months old. Unweaned young count as one animal together with their mother. ## Good to know - A hobby dog kennel licence ($100) lets you keep more than three dogs, up to five, for non-commercial purposes. Hobby kennel operators may not take in other people's dogs and must meet siting rules in the bylaw. - Commercial kennels are allowed on parcels zoned AR1, AR2 and M1 over 4100 m², with a business licence. - The bylaw permits only these animals in the city: dogs, cats, small animals (for example hamsters, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles), livestock, poultry, domestic pet birds and licensed fur-farm animals. Livestock and poultry are limited by zoning; see the backyard chickens answer for hens. - Keeping more than 3 dogs or 4 cats is a $100 municipal ticket. Operating a hobby kennel without a licence is also $100. ## Official forms and pages - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - [Animal Control page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) ## Related questions - [Terrace dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/dog-licence.md) - [Terrace backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-chickens.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Dog and cat limits in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/how-many-pets.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/how-many-pets.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/how-many-pets.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/how-many-pets.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/how-many-pets.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/how-many-pets.md) - [Houston](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/houston/how-many-pets.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/animal-control) (read 2026-11-05) - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/how-many-pets/_ --- --- title: Terrace backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules question: "Can I keep chickens or other livestock?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Pets, animals and wildlife owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-chickens/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-chickens.json" --- # Terrace backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules **Question:** Can I keep chickens or other livestock? **Short answer:** Yes, in part. Terrace allows up to four backyard hens for personal use in R1, R1-A, R2 and RS1 residential zones, registered with the Animal Shelter for a one-time $15. Other poultry and livestock follow the Zoning Bylaw. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** One-time hen registration $15. Ticket for failing to register $50; more than 4 hens $100. **Where:** - In person: Animal Shelter, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC (Monday to Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.) - Phone: Animal Control, 250-615-4031 - Email: Animal Control, shelter@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **Hens allowed:** Yes. Up to four backyard hens are allowed for personal use in residential areas zoned R1, R1-A, R2 and RS1, if no neighbourhood health, environmental or nuisance problems result. Other poultry is treated as an agriculture use under the Zoning Bylaw. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 14.1, 14.2(a)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "The keeping of up to four (4) backyard hens in residential areas" … "zoned R1, R1-A, R2 and RS1 will be permitted for personal use" … "Keeping of poultry, except backyard hens as per Section 14.2, is" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Most hens:** Four. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 14.2(a)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "The keeping of up to four (4) backyard hens" - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Keeping of more than 4 Backyard Hens" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Roosters:** No. Roosters are not named, but only hens are allowed: no other poultry may be kept in residential zones (s. 5.5), and s. 14.2 permits only up to four hens. Keeping poultry in a non-permitted area is a $100 ticket. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 5.5, 14.2(a)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "No poultry shall be kept in any portion of the City that is zoned" … "Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Public and Institutional under" … "The keeping of up to four (4) backyard hens in residential areas" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Coop rules:** Hens in a fully fenced back or side yard. Coop 1.5 m from the property line and 3 m from dwelling windows and doors. Per hen: 0.5 m² coop floor, 1.0 m² roofed run, a 15 cm perch; one nest box per coop; no cages. Animal Control bans selling eggs, manure or meat, but Zoning s. 3.3.3 allows egg sales from a foodstand in R1, RS1 and AR2. No slaughter on site. (Sources differ: Must also live on the property or have the owner's written permission (s. 14.2(b)(i)).) - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 14.2(b)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "situate hens in a back or side yard which is fully fenced;" … "at least one and a half (1.5) metres from the property line and three (3) metres from windows and doors" … "provide each hen with at least 0.5 metres squared (0.5 m2) of coop floor area" … "not keep hens in a cage;" … "keep hens for personal use only, and not sell eggs, manure," - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069, s. 3.3.3 (Urban Agriculture)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "The sale of Urban Agriculture products are permitted in the AR2, R1, and RS1 zones" … "Sales must only occur within a foodstand in the front yard subject to" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Permit or registration:** Yes. Hens must be registered with the City of Terrace Animal Shelter; one-time registration fee $15. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 14.2(b)(xiii), Schedule A](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "register the backyard hens with the City of Terrace Animal" … "Backyard Hens (one time registration) $15.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bees:** Yes. Up to two beehives and two nucleus colonies, for personal use, in residential zones R1, R1-A, R2, RS1 and designated community garden properties. Backyards only, 1.5 m from side and rear lines, registered with the BC apiculture registration system, and a flight-path barrier (1.8 m fence or hedge with entrance facing away, or a platform 2.5 m or more above ground). - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 14.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "The keeping of up to two (2) beehives as well as (2) nucleus colonies" … "beehives are restricted to backyards;" … "must be registered with the apiculture" … "1.5 metre setback from side" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other livestock:** Livestock and other animals are not allowed in residential, commercial, industrial or public zones (hens and bees excepted). Under the Zoning Bylaw, AR2 (rural) parcels get 3 agricultural units per hectare up to 10: 1 horse = 1 unit, 3 sheep or goats = 1, 25 poultry = 1. AR1 is agricultural. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), s. 5.4, 17.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "No animals other than cats and dogs or other small animals actually" … "The keeping of livestock on property within the City of Terrace is" - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069, s. 10.2.4(b); definition Agricultural Unit](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "Each AR2 parcel is permitted 3.0 Agricultural Units per hectare to a maximum of" … "1 horse, donkey, mule, domestic ungulate or other farmed game animal;" … "3 sheep or goats (1 sheep or goat = 0.33 Ag Units)." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Animal Control Bylaw No. 2159-2019 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 2284-2023); Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014 for other poultry and livestock. - Source: [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023), title](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - Official wording: "AND AMENDMENTS THERETO UP TO & INCLUDING BYLAW #2284-2023 BYLAW NO. 2159-2019/2284-2023 "A BYLAW TO PROVIDE FOR REGULATING, LICENCING, AND CONTROL OF ANIMALS WITHIN THE CITY OF TERRACE."" … "19.7. The siting of structures for housing livestock are subject to the regulations of the City of Terrace, Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014. 20.0 HOBBY DOG KENNEL" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Animal Control Bylaw 2159]() permits up to four backyard hens for personal use in residential zones R1, R1-A, R2 and RS1, as long as they cause no neighbourhood health, environmental or nuisance problems. A hen is a female chicken at least four months old. Only hens are allowed: roosters are not named, but no other poultry may be kept in residential zones. Other poultry is treated as an agriculture use under the [Zoning Bylaw](). ## Steps 1. Check your lot's zone is R1, R1-A, R2 or RS1. 2. Build the coop and run to the bylaw's standards. 3. Register the hens with the City of Terrace Animal Shelter and pay the one-time $15 fee. ## Good to know - Live on the property, or have the owner's written permission. - Keep hens in a fully fenced back or side yard. The coop must be 1.5 m from the property line and 3 m from windows and doors of dwellings. - Each hen needs 0.5 m2 of coop floor, 1.0 m2 of roofed run and a 15 cm perch. One nest box per coop. No cages. - No slaughtering on site. The Animal Control Bylaw bans selling eggs, manure or meat, but the Zoning Bylaw (s. 3.3.3) allows egg sales from a foodstand in R1, RS1 and AR2 zones. Confirm with the City before selling. - Tickets: not registering $50; more than 4 hens $100; keeping poultry in a non-permitted area $100. - Up to two beehives and two nucleus colonies are allowed for personal use in zones R1, R1-A, R2, RS1 and designated community garden properties. They must be in the backyard, 1.5 m from side and rear lines, registered with the BC apiculture registration system, and have a flight-path barrier (a 1.8 m fence or hedge, or a platform 2.5 m or more above ground). - Livestock is not allowed in residential, commercial, industrial or public zones. In AR2 (rural) zones the Zoning Bylaw allows 3 agricultural units per hectare, to a maximum of 10 (1 horse = 1 unit; 3 sheep or goats = 1; 25 poultry = 1). ## Official forms and pages - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) ## Related questions - [How many dogs or cats you can keep in Terrace](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/how-many-pets.md) - [Terrace fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fence-rules.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Backyard chicken rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-chickens.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/backyard-chickens.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/backyard-chickens.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/backyard-chickens.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/backyard-chickens.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/backyard-chickens.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/backyard-chickens.md) ## Sources - [Animal Control Consolidated Bylaw 2159 (to Bylaw 2284-2023) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3998) (read 2026-11-05) - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 8 of 8 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-chickens/_ --- --- title: Terrace RV, boat and trailer parking rules question: "Can I park an RV, boat, or trailer on the street or in my yard?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Parking, tickets and driving owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/rv-boat-trailer-parking/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/rv-boat-trailer-parking.json" --- # Terrace RV, boat and trailer parking rules **Question:** Can I park an RV, boat, or trailer on the street or in my yard? **Short answer:** On a Terrace street, a vehicle or trailer may stay at most 72 hours in a row, and a commercial vehicle or trailer over 7.5 m long cannot park on a residential local street. There is no street parking from November 15 to April 1. The bylaws we read set no rule for storing an RV or boat in your yard. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Municipal tickets $100 each for the parking offences listed below. **Where:** - Phone: Bylaw Department, 250-615-4037 (Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - In person: Bylaw Department, 5003 Graham Avenue, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC ## Key facts - **On the street:** No vehicle or trailer may be parked on any street more than 72 hours continuously. No parking on any street from November 15 to April 1 (snow removal routes); vehicles may be towed. In a residential area, no commercial vehicle, trailer or combination over 7.5 m long on a local street except to load or unload. - Source: [Street and Traffic Regulations Consolidated Bylaw 1313, s. 17, 19](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) - Official wording: "no person shall park a vehicle or trailer on any street" … "for more than seventy-two (72) hours continuously." … "No person shall park a commercial vehicle," … "trailer or combination thereof, in excess of" … "7.5m in length on a local street within a" … "Each and every Highway and portion of Highway" … "15 to April 1, effective each and every year." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **On your property:** Not confirmed. Not found in the official sources that were read. - **Living in an RV:** Not confirmed. Not found in the official sources that were read. - **Fine:** $100 each (municipal ticket): exceeding the 72-hour or posted time limit (ss. 17, 20(1)); a prohibited commercial vehicle in a residential area (18(16), 19); parking on a snow removal route (s. 53); parked more than 30 cm from the curb. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 18](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Exceeding parking time limits" … "Prohibited commercial vehicle parking (residential area)" … "Parked prohibited vehicle in residential area" … "Parked on snow removal route" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Street and Traffic Bylaw No. 1313-1993 (consolidated) - Source: [Street and Traffic Regulations Consolidated Bylaw 1313, s. 5.0](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "Street and Traffic Bylaw No. 1313-1993."" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Street and Traffic Bylaw 1313]() governs vehicles on Terrace streets. It does not name RVs or boats; its rules apply to any "vehicle or trailer". The City's copy is consolidated only to 2002, so it may be out of date. ## Good to know - No vehicle or trailer may be parked on any street for more than 72 hours continuously. - No parking on any street from November 15 to April 1 (snow removal routes). Vehicles may be towed. - In a residential area, no commercial vehicle, trailer or combination longer than 7.5 m may park on a local street, except to load or unload. - Municipal tickets are $100 each for exceeding the 72-hour or posted time limit, a prohibited commercial vehicle in a residential area, parking on a snow removal route, and parking more than 30 cm from the curb. - On your own lot: the Zoning Bylaw's only limits on vehicles parked on residential lots cover commercial and contractor vehicles and equipment. We found no limit on keeping a personal RV, boat or trailer, and no rule about sleeping or living in one. Confirm with the Bylaw Department or Development Services. - Erecting or occupying a camper, tent or temporary shelter in a park outside designated camping areas is banned by the Parks and Public Places Bylaw. ## Official forms and pages - [Street and Traffic Regulations Bylaw 1313 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) - [Zoning Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) ## Related questions - [Terrace fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fence-rules.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) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md) ## Sources - [Street and Traffic Regulations Consolidated Bylaw 1313 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3948) (read 2026-11-05) - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [Bylaw Enforcement, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/bylaw-enforcement) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 3 of 5 facts was matched to the official text; 2 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/rv-boat-trailer-parking/_ --- --- title: "Terrace noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines" question: "What are the noise rules and quiet hours?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/noise-rules/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/noise-rules.json" --- # Terrace noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines **Question:** What are the noise rules and quiet hours? **Short answer:** Terrace's Noise Control Bylaw 2100 bans noise that is liable to disturb the quiet, peace or comfort of others, but sets no fixed quiet hours and no decibel limit. It exempts set daytime windows for construction and residential power equipment. The ticket is $100. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Free to report. Ticket $100, or $300 for a second and later offence. **Where:** - Phone: Bylaw Department, 250-615-4037 (Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - Email: Bylaw complaints, bylaw.compliance@terrace.ca - Phone: Animal Control (animal noise), 250-615-4031 ## Key facts - **General rule:** No one may make noise, or let an animal make noise, on a highway or anywhere in the City. 'Noise' means sound that is loud or unpleasant and likely to disturb the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment, comfort or convenience of people. Several exemptions apply. - Source: [Noise Control Bylaw No. 2100-2016, s. 3.0, 4.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3926) - Official wording: "A person must not create, make or cause Noise, or allow an animal to" … "Noise means a sound that is loud or unpleasant and that is liable to disturb" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Quiet hours:** None set. Terrace's Noise Control Bylaw does not set fixed quiet hours. - **Construction hours:** Construction, repair or maintenance is exempt from the noise ban 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Saturday; blasting, air-hammering, pounding or bedrock excavation 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday. No general construction exemption on Sundays or holidays, but residential power equipment (including hand-operated tools) is exempt 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays and general holidays. - Source: [Noise Control Bylaw No. 2100-2016, s. 5.6, 5.7](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3926) - Official wording: "Any construction, repair or maintenance of any Highways, lands, or premises" … "between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday;" … "between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to" … "Saturday;" … "and between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on a" … "Sunday or General Holiday" … "in lawn and garden care or in building and" … "property maintenance, and includes but is not limited to leaf blowers" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Other limits:** No decibel limit is set. Exempt from the ban: day-to-day lawful activities in non-residential zones, emergency vehicles, utility repair, church bells or chimes, fireworks (if the Nuisance and Fire Prevention bylaws are followed), residential power equipment in set hours, and snow clearing (residential zones 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; highways and non-residential zones any time). - Source: [Noise Control Bylaw No. 2100-2016, s. 5.1, 5.2, 5.5, 5.8, 5.9](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3926) - Official wording: "All zones, excluding Residential zones, lawfully carrying on day-to-day" … "Any emergency vehicle (Fire, Police, Ambulance);" … "Any person exploding fireworks, provided that the person adheres to the" … "between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, and between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on a" … "between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., on" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Who to call, business hours:** Bylaw Department, 250-615-4037 (bylaw.compliance@terrace.ca), Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For animal noise, Animal Control, 250-615-4031. - Source: [Bylaw Enforcement, Bylaw Enforcement page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/bylaw-enforcement) - Official wording: "Or phone the Bylaw Department at: 250-615-4037" … "Mon - Sat: 9:00 am-4:00 pm" … "Phone: 250.615.4031" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Who to call, after hours:** Not confirmed. No after-hours noise line is stated. - **Fine:** Noise which disturbs: $100; second and subsequent offences: $300 (municipal ticket). - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 10](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Noise which disturbs" … "$100.00" … "Second and subsequent offences" … "$300.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** City of Terrace Noise Control Bylaw No. 2100-2016 - Source: [Noise Control Bylaw No. 2100-2016, s. 1.0](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3926) - Official wording: "This Bylaw will be cited as the “City of Terrace Noise Control Bylaw No." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under the [Noise Control Bylaw 2100-2016](), no one may make or cause noise, or allow an animal to make noise, on a highway or anywhere in the City. "Noise" means sound that is loud or unpleasant and liable to disturb the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment, comfort or convenience of people. The bylaw does not set fixed quiet hours or a decibel limit. Instead it lists activities that are exempt, some with set hours. ## Exempt activities and times - Construction, repair or maintenance: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Saturday. - Blasting, air-hammering, pounding or bedrock excavation: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday. - Residential power equipment, including hand-operated tools such as lawnmowers and leaf blowers: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays and general holidays. There is no general construction exemption on Sundays or holidays. - Snow clearing: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. in residential zones; any time on highways and in non-residential zones. - Also exempt: day-to-day lawful activities in non-residential zones, emergency vehicles, utility repair, church bells or chimes, and fireworks that follow the Nuisance and Fire Prevention bylaws. ## Good to know - A ticket for noise which disturbs is $100; second and later offences are $300 (municipal tickets). - Each day a provision is broken counts as a separate offence. - Persistent dog barking or howling is covered separately in the Animal Control Bylaw. - To complain, use the Bylaw Complaint Form (email it to bylaw.compliance@terrace.ca) or phone the Bylaw Department at 250-615-4037 (Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). For animal noise, call Animal Control at 250-615-4031. No after-hours noise line is stated. ## Official forms and pages - [Noise Control Bylaw 2100-2016 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3926) - [Bylaw Complaint Form (fillable PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/city-services/bylaw-complaint-form-fillable.pdf) ## Related questions - [Terrace fireworks rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fireworks.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) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/noise-rules.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/noise-rules.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/noise-rules.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/noise-rules.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/noise-rules.md) - [Granisle](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/granisle/noise-rules.md) ## Sources - [Noise Control Bylaw No. 2100-2016 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3926) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [Bylaw Enforcement, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/bylaw-enforcement) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 8 facts was matched to the official text; 1 is recorded as not set; 1 could not be confirmed. 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How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/noise-rules/_ --- --- title: Terrace unsightly property rules and how to report question: "How do I report an unsightly or overgrown property?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/unsightly-property/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/unsightly-property.json" --- # Terrace unsightly property rules and how to report **Question:** How do I report an unsightly or overgrown property? **Short answer:** In Terrace, the Nuisance Bylaw 1318 bans unsightly property, including piled rubbish, building material, and unregistered or non-running vehicles, and lets the City order brush and noxious weeds cleared. Report it to the Bylaw Department by form or at 250-615-4037. The ticket is $300. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Free to report. Unsightly property ticket $300. **Where:** - Phone: Bylaw Department, 250-615-4037 (Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - Email: Bylaw complaints, bylaw.compliance@terrace.ca ## Key facts - **What counts:** No owner or occupier may let property become or stay unsightly. 'Unsightly' includes building material piled on the property (unless there is a building permit or it is in a covered building), unregistered or non-running motor vehicles (unless in a covered building), and accumulations of filth, rubbish or discarded materials. Owners must also clear brush, trees and noxious weeds when the City directs, and not allow insect infestations. - Source: [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated), s. 1(j), 4(4), 4(5), 4(6)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) - Official wording: "No owner or occupier of real property shall permit or cause that" … "property to become or remain unsightly." … "the accumulation of building material on any property other than" … "capable of movement under its own power, unless stored" … "the accumulation of filth, discarded materials or rubbish of any" … "fail to clear" … "such property of brush, trees, noxious weeds, or other growths when" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to report:** Submit the online Bylaw Complaint Form, or email the fillable PDF form to bylaw.compliance@terrace.ca, or phone the Bylaw Department at 250-615-4037. - Source: [Bylaw Enforcement, Bylaw Enforcement page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/bylaw-enforcement) - Official wording: "You can submit a bylaw complaint a number of ways:" … "Download a fillable PDF Bylaw Complaint Form. Save it and email it to bylaw.compliance@terrace.ca." … "Or phone the Bylaw Department at: 250-615-4037" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **What happens next:** If the owner does not comply, the City may enter the property at reasonable times, fix the problem, and bill the owner. Unpaid costs on December 31 are added to the property taxes as arrears. - Source: [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated), s. 4(7)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) - Official wording: "The City of Terrace, by its employees or other persons, at" … "the unpaid costs shall be added to and form part of the taxes payable" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** Unsightly property: $300. Related: failing to clear growth $100; noxious matter accumulating $100; depositing rubbish $200. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 11](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Unsightly property" … "$300.00" … "Fail to clear growth" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** City of Terrace Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated) - Source: [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated), s. 12](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "City of Terrace Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993"." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under the [Nuisance Bylaw 1318](), no owner or occupier may let property become or stay unsightly. "Unsightly" includes building material piled on the property (unless there is a building permit or it is in a covered building), unregistered or non-running motor vehicles (unless in a covered building), and accumulations of filth, rubbish or discarded materials. ## Steps 1. Note the address and what you see. 2. Submit the online Bylaw Complaint Form, or email the fillable PDF form to bylaw.compliance@terrace.ca, or phone the Bylaw Department at 250-615-4037. 3. A Bylaw Officer follows up. Enforcement relies largely on complaints. ## Good to know - Owners must also clear brush, trees and noxious weeds when the City directs, and must not allow insect infestations. - If the owner does not comply, the City may enter the property at reasonable times, fix the problem and bill the owner. Costs unpaid on December 31 are added to the property taxes. - The bylaw sets no notice period or deadline for unsightly property. Ask the Bylaw Department how long an owner gets. - Municipal tickets: unsightly property $300; failing to clear growth $100; noxious matter accumulating $100; depositing rubbish $200. ## Official forms and pages - [Nuisance Bylaw 1318 consolidated (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) - [Bylaw Complaint Form (fillable PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/city-services/bylaw-complaint-form-fillable.pdf) ## The same question elsewhere - [Unsightly property fines in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/unsightly-property.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/unsightly-property.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/unsightly-property.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/unsightly-property.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/unsightly-property.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/unsightly-property.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/unsightly-property.md) ## Sources - [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [Bylaw Enforcement, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/bylaw-enforcement) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/unsightly-property/_ --- --- title: Terrace backyard fire and burning rules question: "Can I have a backyard fire or burn yard waste?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-fire/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-fire.json" --- # Terrace backyard fire and burning rules **Question:** Can I have a backyard fire or burn yard waste? **Short answer:** In Terrace, only small cooking fires in a grille, barbecue or small fire pit are allowed without a permit, if they meet size and supervision rules. Burning garden waste is not allowed, and a burning permit is issued only in Agricultural zones for FireSmart debris. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Burning permit $100 (Agricultural zones, FireSmart debris only). Fines up to $500. **Where:** - Phone: Fire Department office (non-emergency), 250-638-4734 (3215 Eby Street, Terrace) ## Key facts - **Backyard campfires:** Without a permit only for small, confined fires used to cook food in grilles, barbecues or small fire pits: non-combustible pit, one per property, 1 m across at most, 3 m from any dwelling, fence or standing timber. Only cut seasoned wood, charcoal or fireplace logs; supervised by an adult 19 or older with extinguishing means at hand; smoke must not be a nuisance. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 16.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "The requirements of Section 15.0 herein shall not apply to small, confined fires" … "Maximum one fire pit per property." … "The fire pit shall be a maximum of 1 metre in diameter." … "Fire pits must be a minimum of 3 metres from any dwelling" … "Only cut, seasoned wood, charcoal or commercially fabricated" … "used for the purpose of cooking food in or upon grilles, barbecues, or small fire pits." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Burning yard waste:** Open burning of yard waste is not generally allowed. Burning permits are issued only in Agricultural zones, only for forest debris from FireSmart work; none for land clearing. Burning garden waste or domestic waste is prohibited where, in the Fire Chief's opinion, it makes heavy sooty smoke or bad odours. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 15.2, 15.6](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "No person shall burn any rubbish, tires, oil, asphalt shingles, battery boxes," … "garden waste or any similar materials that" … "Burning permits shall only be issued in Agricultural zones" … "burning of forest debris resulting from FireSmart activities. No Burning permits" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Permit:** Yes, a written burning permit from the Terrace Fire Department is needed for any open-air fire except small cooking fires in grilles, barbecues or fire pits. Permits are issued only in Agricultural zones, only for forest debris from FireSmart work, never land clearing. Fee $100; $200 re-inspection fee if conditions are not met. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 15.1, Schedule B](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "without first" … "having obtained a written burning permit to do so from the City of Terrace Fire" … "Burning Permit" … "$100.00" … "Burning permits shall only be issued in Agricultural zones with the written" … "permission of the City of Terrace Fire Department" … "These permits are to be issued only for" … "burning of forest debris resulting from FireSmart activities." … "Burning Permit $100.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fire bans:** The Fire Chief or designate may cancel or suspend any right to burn when hazardous conditions exist, and may put out any nuisance fire. BC Wildfire Service bans (gov.bc.ca, Fire Prohibitions and Restrictions) usually do not apply inside municipalities; Terrace sets its own, so check with the City. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 15.3, 15.6(a)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "The Fire Chief or his designate may withhold or cancel any permit issued" … "hazardous conditions inclusive of meteorological or ambient air quality" - Source: [Fire Prohibitions and Restrictions, Province of BC, Within municipal boundaries; Current prohibitions](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status/prevention/fire-bans-and-restrictions) - Official wording: "Municipalities typically implement their own open fire prohibitions that may follow or vary from BCWS prohibitions." … "Many municipalities and local governments also post local prohibitions and restrictions specific to your community on their websites or social media pages." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Instead of burning:** Curbside green organics cart (weekly) for yard waste, or free drop-off at the Public Works yard (5003 Graham Ave) on Mondays only, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., from the second week of April to the third Monday in November. The RDKS Thornhill Transfer Station also accepts yard waste. - Source: [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, Yard Waste Drop-Off](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) - Official wording: "Those with additional yard waste can drop it off for FREE at the City's Public Works yard" … "Hours: Mondays ONLY, from 8:30am - 4pm" … "The Thornhill Transfer Station, operated by the Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine (RDKS), accepts yard waste from Terrace residents." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** Municipal ticket: up to $500 for a fire without a permit (s. 15.1), burning prohibited material (s. 15.2), no competent person in charge (s. 15.4), or not following permit conditions (s. 15.5), or not extinguishing when told (s. 16.1(i)). - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 20](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Fire without a permit" … "Burning prohibited material" … "Up to $500.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022 - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 27.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "Terrace Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022"." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Under the [Fire Prevention Bylaw 2260](), no one may light an open-air fire without a written burning permit from the Terrace Fire Department, except small, confined fires used to cook food in grilles, barbecues or small fire pits (s. 16.1). Burning permits ($100) are issued only in Agricultural zones, only for forest debris from FireSmart work, and never for land clearing. Open burning of yard waste is not generally allowed. ## Fire pit rules - Non-combustible pit; one per property; no more than 1 m across. - At least 3 m from any dwelling, fence or standing timber. - Burn only cut, seasoned wood, charcoal or commercially made fireplace logs. - Supervised by an adult 19 or older with a means of putting the fire out close by. - Smoke must not become a nuisance. - Put the fire out when told to do so. ## Good to know - Burning rubbish, tires, oil, asphalt shingles or garden waste is prohibited. Burning garden or domestic waste is prohibited where, in the Fire Chief's opinion, it makes heavy sooty smoke or bad odours. - The Fire Chief may cancel or suspend any right to burn when hazardous conditions exist. BC Wildfire Service bans usually do not apply inside a municipality; municipalities typically set their own, so ask the City or Fire Department about the current status. - Lands in the bylaw's "Area A" follow the provincial Wildfire Act and Wildfire Regulation instead. - Instead of burning, put yard waste in the curbside green organics cart, or drop it off free at the Public Works yard (5003 Graham Avenue) on Mondays only, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (see the yard waste answer for season). The RDKS Thornhill Transfer Station also takes yard waste. - Municipal tickets are up to $500 for a fire without a permit, burning prohibited material, no competent person in charge, not following permit conditions, or not putting out a fire when told. A $200 re-inspection fee applies if conditions are not met at a permitted fire. ## Official forms and pages - [Fire Prevention Bylaw 2260-2022 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) ## Related questions - [Terrace fireworks rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fireworks.md) - [Terrace noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/noise-rules.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Backyard fire and burning rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/backyard-fire.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/backyard-fire.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/backyard-fire.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/backyard-fire.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/backyard-fire.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/backyard-fire.md) - [Houston](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/houston/backyard-fire.md) ## Sources - [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [Garbage, Organics & Recycling, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-services/garbage-recycling) (read 2026-11-05) - [Fire Prohibitions and Restrictions, Province of BC](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status/prevention/fire-bans-and-restrictions) (read 2026-11-05) _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 City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-fire/_ --- --- title: Terrace fireworks rules question: "Are fireworks allowed?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Bylaws, noise and complaints owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fireworks/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fireworks.json" --- # Terrace fireworks rules **Question:** Are fireworks allowed? **Short answer:** In Terrace, consumer fireworks may be sold only from October 29 to 31 and, unless otherwise authorized, set off only on October 31, never on streets or other public places unless the Fire Chief authorizes it. No sales to anyone under 19. Tickets are $500. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Ticket $500 per offence. Public display permit $250 to $500. **Where:** - Phone: Fire Department office (non-emergency), 250-638-4734 (3215 Eby Street, Terrace) ## Key facts - **Setting off fireworks:** Only on October 31 each year, unless otherwise authorized, and only consumer fireworks. No fireworks on any highway, road, street, lane, bridge or other public place unless the Fire Chief specifically authorizes it. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 20.2, 20.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "Unless otherwise authorized, the only day to set off fireworks will" … "be October 31 in any year. Only Consumer fireworks are allowed to be sold and" … "No person shall explode any fireworks on any highway, road, street, lane," - Source: [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated), s. 5(4), 5(5)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) - Official wording: "the only day to set off fireworks will be October 31st in any year." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Selling fireworks:** Only between October 29 and 31 each year, consumer fireworks only. None may be sold to anyone under 19. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 20.2, 20.4](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "No person shall sell fireworks, except between the 29th and 31st day of October" … "No fireworks may be sold to any person under 19 years of age." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **What counts as fireworks:** Consumer fireworks: low-hazard articles for recreational use, such as roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines and snakes. The Nuisance Bylaw lists cannon crackers, fireballs, firecrackers, mines, Roman candles, skyrockets, squibs and torpedoes, and any other explosive designated a firework under the federal Explosives Act. - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 20.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "Consumer fireworks are low-hazard firework articles designed for recreational" … "roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines, and snakes." - Source: [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated), s. 1(b)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) - Official wording: "“Consumer Fireworks” includes cannon crackers, fireballs, firecrackers," - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Permit:** Only for a public display by a person or organization. The Fire Prevention Bylaw (s. 20.6) requires written permission of both Council and the Fire Chief or designate; the Nuisance Bylaw (s. 5(7)) mentions only the Fire Chief. Permit fee $250 to $500. (Sources differ: The Nuisance Bylaw s. 5(7) requires only the Fire Chief's written permission for a public display; the Fire Prevention Bylaw also requires Council's.) - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 20.6, Schedule B](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "if such public display is held with the written permission of Council and the written" … "Permit for public display of fireworks" … "$250-$500" … "permission of the Fire Chief or his designate in the City of Terrace." … "Permit for public display of fireworks $250-$500" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** Municipal ticket $500 each: illegal sale, illegal discharge, discharge in a public place, selling to anyone under 19, and improper storage or display. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025), Schedule 20 and 11](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Illegal sale of fireworks" … "Illegal discharge of fireworks" … "Selling fireworks to any person under 19 years of age" … "Discharge fireworks in public place" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022 (s. 20) and Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (s. 5). - Source: [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022, s. 27.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "Terrace Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022"." - Source: [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated), s. 12](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) - Official wording: "This Bylaw may be cited as "City of Terrace Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993"." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works Both the [Fire Prevention Bylaw]() (section 20) and the [Nuisance Bylaw]() (section 5) allow only consumer fireworks. These are low-hazard items for recreational use, such as roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines and snakes. Sales are allowed only between October 29 and October 31. Unless otherwise authorized, the only day to set them off is October 31. ## Good to know - No fireworks on any highway, road, street, lane, bridge or other public place unless the Fire Chief specifically authorizes it. - No sales to anyone under 19. Storage and display for sale must meet the federal Explosives Act requirements. - Public displays by a person or organization need a permit, $250 to $500. The Fire Prevention Bylaw requires the written permission of both Council and the Fire Chief (or designate); the Nuisance Bylaw mentions only the Fire Chief. Confirm with the Fire Department. - The bylaws set no hours for setting off fireworks on October 31. The Noise Control Bylaw exempts fireworks if these bylaws are followed. - Municipal tickets are $500 each for illegal sale, illegal discharge, discharge in a public place, selling to anyone under 19, and improper storage or display. ## Official forms and pages - [Fire Prevention Bylaw 2260-2022 (PDF), section 20](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) - [Nuisance Bylaw 1318 (PDF), section 5](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) ## Related questions - [Terrace backyard fire and burning rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/backyard-fire.md) - [Terrace noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/noise-rules.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Fireworks rules in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fireworks.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/fireworks.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/fireworks.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/fireworks.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/fireworks.md) - [Houston](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/houston/fireworks.md) - [Fort St James](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/fort-st-james/fireworks.md) ## Sources - [Fire Prevention Bylaw No. 2260-2022 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3546) (read 2026-11-05) - [Nuisance Bylaw No. 1318-1993 (consolidated) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3927) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827 (consolidated to 2334-2025) (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/fireworks/_ --- --- title: "Terrace business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply" question: "Do I need a business licence in Terrace, and how do I get one?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Starting and running a business owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/business-licence/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/business-licence.json" --- # Terrace business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply **Question:** Do I need a business licence in Terrace, and how do I get one? **Short answer:** Yes. Anyone carrying on a business in the City of Terrace needs a City business licence: commercial, home-based and mobile businesses, and businesses based elsewhere that serve customers in the city. Apply online through the City's Business Licences page. Licences run January 1 to December 31. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** Set by business class in Schedule A of the bylaw. Common amounts: $79 a year for 1 to 2 people regularly engaged, $105 for 3 to 5 people, $68 for a home-based business. Not refundable; half fee if first liable after July 31. **How long:** Not stated on the City's page. **Where:** - Online: New business application (Civic Review), https://app.civicreview.com/application/626afd983c76f2ee6a64736d - Online: Short-term business application (Civic Review), https://app.civicreview.com/application/62912dd9e76d19eb62433fb6 - Phone: Building / Licensing clerk, 250-615-4000 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) - Email: Building / Licensing clerk, mwaite@terrace.ca - In person: Development Services, Public Works building, 5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace, BC V8G 1B3 ## Key facts - **Who needs one:** Anyone carrying on a business in the City: commercial, home-based and mobile businesses, and businesses based elsewhere that provide services or deliver goods within City limits. - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, s. 2.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "No person shall carry on a business within the City unless the person is the" … "holder of a valid and subsisting business licenced issued under this Bylaw by" - Source: [Business Licences, Who Needs a Business Licence?](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "All commercial, home-based and/or mobile businesses operating in the City of Terrace require a valid business licence." … "This includes anyone operating within City limits as well as businesses based elsewhere and providing services and/or delivering goods within City limits." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fee:** Set by business class in Schedule A. Common amounts: $79 a year for 1 to 2 people regularly engaged (Table 1), $105 for 3 to 5 people, $68 for a home-based business. Fees are not refundable; half fee if first liable after July 31. - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, Schedule A; s. 5.3, 5.4](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "1 to 2 people $79.00" … "3 to 5 people $105.00" … "A fee of $68.00 for each classification of business that is classified as a home" … "No business licence fee or part thereof paid hereunder shall be refundable." … "business licence fee shall be reduced by one half for a person who becomes" … "liable to be licenced after July 31 in any year." - Source: [Business Licences, Licence Fast Facts](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "Cost depends on type of business and start at $68" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **How to apply:** Apply online using the links on the City Business Licences page (new business, short term, renewals, fireworks retailers); the Licence Inspector grants or refuses the licence. Personal service businesses (hair salons, tattoo parlours, massage and similar) need Environmental Health Officer approval first. Home-based businesses must follow the Zoning Bylaw. - Source: [Business Licences, Apply for a Licence Online; Additional Business Requirements](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "Apply for a Licence Online" … "must receive approval by an Environmental Health Officer prior to a City of Terrace business licence being issued." - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, s. 4.1, 4.2, 14.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "An application for the issuance, transfer or amendment of a business licence" … "shall be made to the Licence Inspector." … "must conduct their business in accordance with the Home Occupation" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Renewal:** Licences run January 1 to December 31 and must be renewed every year. Renewal fees are due on the first business day of January; a new application pays at application. No new form is needed to renew if nothing has changed and the fee is paid. - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, s. 5.2, 5.8, 6.1, 6.2](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "Except as hereinafter provided, business licences shall be granted for a one year period to commence the first day of January and to terminate the 31st day of December in each and every year." … "Business licence fees shall be due and payable on the first business day in" … "January in each calendar year except for a new application for a business" … "licence, which will be paid upon application." … "Unless requested by the Licence Inspector, an application form is not required" - Source: [Business Licences, Licence Fast Facts](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "Valid from January 1 to December 31" … "Must be renewed annually" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Inter-community licence:** Not confirmed. Not found in the official sources that were read. - **Fine:** Municipal ticket: $500 for operating without a business licence. The bylaw also sets a court fine of $100 to $10,000 plus costs. Obstructing the Licence Inspector is $3,000. - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827-2005, Schedule 5 (Business Licence Bylaw)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Operating without a business licence ............................2.1 $500.00" … "Obstruct Licence Inspector ..............................................27.1 $3000.00" - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, s. 27.3, 27.6](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "Any person who carries on a business for which a business licence is required" … "shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine of not less than one hundred" … "dollars ($100) and not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) and the cost" - Source: [Business Licences, Licence Fast Facts](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "Businesses without a valid licence can be fined or shut down" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Business Licence Bylaw No. 2112-2016 (consolidated with Bylaws 2129-2017, 2135-2017, 2204-2020 and 2267-2022) - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, Title page, s. 40.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "BYLAW NO. 2112-2016/ 2129-2017/ 2135-2017/" … "2204-2020/ 2267-2022" … "Licence Bylaw No. 2112 - 2016." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Business Licence Bylaw 2112-2016](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) requires a licence for anyone carrying on a business, meaning a commercial or industrial undertaking or providing services for gain or profit (government activities excluded). The Licence Inspector grants or refuses the licence. Many classes use floor area (for example, $79 up to 25 m², plus $5 for each extra 25 m²) or a fixed rate. ## Steps 1. Check your zoning. Home-based businesses must follow the Zoning Bylaw. 2. Apply online using the links on the City's Business Licences page (new business, short term, renewals, fireworks retailers). 3. Pay when you apply. Renewal fees are due on the first business day of January each year; no new form is needed if nothing has changed and the fee is paid. ## Good to know - Personal service businesses (hair salons, tattoo parlours, massage and similar) need Environmental Health Officer approval before a licence is issued. - Fees are not refundable. Transfer to new premises is $50; transfer to another person is $25. - Operating without a licence: a municipal ticket is $500. The bylaw also sets a court fine of $100 to $10,000 plus costs. Obstructing the Licence Inspector is $3,000. - Short-term rental hosts must also register with the Province. - Questions: the clerk at 250-615-4000 or mwaite@terrace.ca. ## Official forms and pages - [Business Licences (City page with online application links)](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - [Building Permits and Business Licences department page](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/building-business-licencing) ## Related questions - [Terrace home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/home-based-business.md) ## The same question elsewhere - [Business licence fees in British Columbia, by municipality](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/business-licence.md) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/business-licence.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/business-licence.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/business-licence.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/business-licence.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/business-licence.md) - [Prince Rupert](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/prince-rupert/business-licence.md) ## Sources - [Business Licences, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) (read 2026-11-05) - [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) (read 2026-11-05) - [Building Permits & Business Licences, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/city-hall/departments/development-services/building-business-licencing) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827-2005 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 7 facts was matched to the official text; 1 could not be confirmed. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/business-licence/_ --- --- title: Terrace home-based business rules question: "Can I run a business from my home?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Starting and running a business owner: municipal owner_body: City of Terrace sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/home-based-business/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/home-based-business.json" --- # Terrace home-based business rules **Question:** Can I run a business from my home? **Short answer:** Yes, with a City of Terrace business licence. A Level 1 home occupation is allowed in all zones that allow residential buildings; Level 2 needs a parcel of at least 550 m² and Level 3 at least 2,700 m². The home-based business fee is $68 a year. **Who handles it:** Municipal (City of Terrace, https://www.terrace.ca) **Cost:** $68 a year for each home-based business classification (Business Licence Bylaw 2112, Table 5). Not refundable. **How long:** Not stated on the City's page. **Where:** - Phone: Development Services, 250-615-4022 - Phone: Building / Licensing clerk, 250-615-4000 - Online: New business application (Civic Review), https://app.civicreview.com/application/626afd983c76f2ee6a64736d ## Key facts - **Allowed:** Yes, with a business licence. A Level 1 home occupation is allowed in all zones that allow residential buildings; Level 2 needs a parcel of at least 550 m²; Level 3 at least 2,700 m². Each zone lists the levels it allows (R1: Level 1 or 2; AR1, AR2, RS1: Levels 1 to 3; R3: Level 1). - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069-2014, section 7.1 Home Occupation, s. 7.1.8-7.1.10; zone use lists](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "A Level 1 home occupation is permitted within all zones that allow residential" … "A Level 2 home occupation is permitted on parcels with a minimum size of 550" … "A Level 3 home occupation is permitted only on parcels with a minimum parcel" … "• Home Occupation – • Home Occupation – • Home Occupation – Level 1 or 2 Level 1 or 2 Level 1 or 2" … "Home Occupation – Level 1, 2 or 3" … "Secondary Uses • Home Occupation – Level 1" - Source: [Fact Sheet DS-02 Home Occupations, Chart](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-02-fact-sheet-home-occupations.pdf) - Official wording: "Please consult the Zoning Bylaw for regulations specific to your proposed home-based business." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Business licence:** Yes. All home occupations require a City business licence. Home-based business fee: $68 a year for each classification (not refundable). The licence runs January 1 to December 31 and must be renewed each year. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069-2014, section 7.1 Home Occupation, s. 7.1.5](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "All home occupations require a City of Terrace Business License." - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, Schedule A, Table 5; s. 14.1, 5.2, 5.4](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "A fee of $68.00 for each classification of business that is classified as a home" … "Every person carrying on a business as a home occupation in the City of" … "No business licence fee or part thereof paid hereunder shall be refundable." - Source: [Business Licences, Licence Fast Facts](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "Valid from January 1 to December 31" … "Cost depends on type of business and start at $68" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Limits:** Level 1: 30% of floor area, no outside storage, no client visits, household members only. Level 2: 30% of floor area or 90 m², 1 non-resident employee, 2 clients at a time, 1 extra parking space. Level 3: 200 m² with screened outdoor storage, 2 non-resident employees, 5 clients, 1 extra space. Signs follow the Sign Bylaw. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069-2014, section 7.1 Home Occupation, s. 7.1.8, 7.1.9, 7.1.10](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "The total area of a Level 1 home occupation may not exceed 30% of the gross" … "A Level 1 home occupation shall generate no client visits to the property." … "b. The total area of a Level 2 home occupation may not exceed 30% of the gross" … "floor area or 90 m2 of the principal building, whichever is less." … "and may employ no more than one non-resident employee." … "per day and no more than two client visits to the parcel at any given time." … "One additional off-street parking space is required for a Level 2 home" … "may not exceed 200 m2." … "will employ no more than two non-resident employees." … "Level 3 home occupations shall not generate more than five client visits to the" … "f. One additional off-street parking space is required for a Level 3 home" … "Signs advertising a home occupation are subject to the City of Terrace Sign Bylaw." - Source: [Fact Sheet DS-02 Home Occupations, Chart](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-02-fact-sheet-home-occupations.pdf) - Official wording: "0 1 2 (Non-Resident) Max. 20 visits/day On-Site Clients Permitted No Max. 5 clients at any given time Max. 2 clients at any given time" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Businesses not allowed:** The bylaw has no list of banned business types; it lists examples for each level. A trade contractor as a Level 3 home occupation is limited to AR1 and AR2 parcels. No home occupation may produce offensive noise, vibration, traffic, smoke, dust, odour, heat, glare or electrical or radio disturbance. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069-2014, section 7.1 Home Occupation, s. 7.1.3, 7.1.11](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "No offensive noise, vibration, traffic, smoke, dust, odour, heat, glare, electrical or" … "radio disturbance shall be produced by a home occupation." … "shall be limited to parcels zoned AR1 or AR2, subject to the following regulations:" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014, s. 7.1 (Home Occupation); Business Licence Bylaw No. 2112-2016, s. 14.0 and Schedule A - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069-2014, section 7.1 Home Occupation, s. 7.1](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "7.1 Home Occupation" … "City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069 - 2014" - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016, Title page, s. 14](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "BYLAW NO. 2112-2016/ 2129-2017/ 2135-2017/" … "14.0 HOME OCCUPATIONS" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw 2069](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) s. 7.1 allows home occupations in three levels. A home occupation must be secondary to residential use and wholly inside the dwelling or an accessory building. Each zone lists the levels it allows (R1: Level 1 or 2; AR1, AR2 and RS1: Levels 1 to 3; R3: Level 1). | | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | |---|---|---|---| | Minimum parcel | any | 550 m² | 2,700 m² | | Size | 30% of floor area | 30% of floor area or 90 m² | 200 m² with screened outdoor storage | | Non-resident employees | none | 1 | 2 | | Clients | no visits | 2 at a time | 5 at a time | | Extra parking | none | 1 space | 1 space | ## Steps 1. Confirm your zone on TerraMap or with Development Services (250-615-4022). 2. Apply for a business licence online through the City's Business Licences page. 3. Pay the fee. The licence runs January 1 to December 31 and must be renewed each year. ## Good to know - A dwelling unit may have at most two licensed home occupations, and only one can be Level 2 or 3. Tenants can get a licence if the bylaw rules are met. A home inspection may be required. - Level 1: no outside storage. Level 3 trade contractors are allowed in AR1 and AR2 only. - No home occupation may cause offensive noise, vibration, traffic, smoke, dust, odour, heat, glare or electrical or radio disturbance. - A secondary suite is not allowed with a Level 2 or 3 home occupation unless the parcel is at least 650 m². - Signs advertising a home occupation follow the Sign Bylaw (Zoning s. 7.1.7). ## Official forms and pages - [Development Services Fact Sheet DS-02, Home Occupations (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-02-fact-sheet-home-occupations.pdf) - [Zoning Bylaw 2069, section 7.1 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) ## Related questions - [Terrace business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/business-licence.md) - [Terrace short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/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) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/home-based-business.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/home-based-business.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/home-based-business.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/home-based-business.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/home-based-business.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/home-based-business.md) ## Sources - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw 2069-2014 (PDF), section 7.1 Home Occupation, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Fact Sheet DS-02 Home Occupations (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/sites/default/files/docs/business-development/planning-document/Fact-Sheets/ds-02-fact-sheet-home-occupations.pdf) (read 2026-11-05) - [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw 2112-2016 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) (read 2026-11-05) - [Business Licences, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 5 of 5 facts was matched to the official text. Gov Handbook is an independent guide, not affiliated with City of Terrace. How answers are checked: https://govhandbook.com/methods/ · Canonical page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/home-based-business/_ --- --- title: Terrace short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo) question: "Can I rent out my home or a room on Airbnb?" place: Terrace, British Columbia, Canada place_path: ca/bc/terrace category: Housing and renting owner: shared sources_read: 2026-11-05 review: machine_checked canonical: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/short-term-rental/" json: "https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/short-term-rental.json" --- # Terrace short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo) **Question:** Can I rent out my home or a room on Airbnb? **Short answer:** Mostly not in Terrace. The Zoning Bylaw lists short-term rental as a use in no zone, and unlisted uses are prohibited. Only a resident-run bed and breakfast (a Level 2 home occupation) and, in AR1, vacation accommodation are listed. The Province's principal residence rule also applies. Confirm with Development Services. **Who handles it:** More than one level of government **Cost:** A bed and breakfast needs a City business licence; the home-based business fee is $68 a year, but the schedule does not name bed and breakfasts, so confirm. Provincial registration fees apply; see the Province's page. **Where:** - Online: BC short-term rental registry, https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry - Phone: ServiceBC short-term rental line, 1-833-828-2240 - Phone: City Business Licences, 250-615-4000 - Phone: Development Services and Planning, 250-615-4022 (5003 Graham Avenue, Terrace) ## Key facts - **Allowed:** Mostly not allowed. The Zoning Bylaw defines short term rental but lists it as a use in no zone, and unlisted uses are prohibited. Only a resident-run bed and breakfast (Level 2 home occupation) and, in AR1, vacation accommodation are listed. The Province's principal residence rule also applies to Terrace. - Source: [Principal residence requirement, Province of BC, List of communities where the principal residence requirement applies](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/principal-residence-requirement) - Official wording: "List of communities where the principal residence requirement applies" … "Surrey Terrace Vancouver" … "Plus one secondary suite or accessory dwelling unit on the same property" - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014, Definitions; s. 3.1.3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "SHORT TERM RENTAL means commercial accommodations in a residential dwelling unit provided" … "to members of the public for a period of less than 30 consecutive days." … "BED AND BREAKFAST means a Level 2 home occupation conducted as a short-term rental within" … "the principal dwelling and operated by the occupying resident of the principal dwelling," … "A use not specifically permitted in a Zone is prohibited from that Zone." … "VACATION ACCOMMODATION means a use that provides up to six sleeping units of guest" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Business licence:** A bed and breakfast is a Level 2 home occupation, and all home occupations need a City business licence. The home-based business fee is $68 a year (Table 5); Schedule A does not name bed and breakfasts or short-term rentals. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014, s. 7.1.5](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "All home occupations require a City of Terrace Business License." … "v. Bed and breakfast." - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw No. 2112-2016, Schedule A, Table 5](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "A fee of $68.00 for each classification of business that is classified as a home" - Source: [Business Licences, Additional Business Requirements](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "Short-term rental hosts, platforms and strata hotel platforms in BC must register" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Provincial registration:** Yes. Hosts, platforms and strata hotel platforms must register with the Province and pay annual registration fees, and must renew each year to keep operating. - Source: [Short-term rental registration, Province of BC, Registration overview](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry) - Official wording: "Short-term rental hosts, platforms and strata hotel platforms in B.C. must register and pay annual registration fees." … "If you have a short-term rental registration, you must renew it each year to continue operating." - Source: [Business Licences, Additional Business Requirements](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) - Official wording: "Short-term rental hosts, platforms and strata hotel platforms in BC must register" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Operating rules:** For a bed and breakfast: operate only within the principal dwelling, no more than 4 sleeping units with a maximum of 2 guests each, 1 parking space per guest room, parcel at least 550 m² (Level 2), and no secondary suite with a B&B. - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014, s. 7.1.9, 7.3.2, Table 3](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "1. A bed and breakfast shall operate only within the principal dwelling." … "2. A bed and breakfast shall not exceed 4 sleeping units accommodating" … "a maximum of 2 guests per sleeping unit." … "Bed and Breakfast 1 per guest room" … "A Level 2 home occupation is permitted on parcels with a minimum size of 550" … "the operation of a bed and breakfast." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Fine:** No ticket is specific to short-term rentals. Municipal tickets include use of land or buildings in contravention of the Zoning Bylaw ($500) and operating without a business licence ($500). - Source: [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827-2005, Schedule 23 (Zoning) and Schedule 5 (Business Licence)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) - Official wording: "Use of land, buildings/structures in contravention of bylaw ...........................................................................1.2.1 $500.00" … "Operating without a business licence ............................2.1 $500.00" - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 - **Bylaw:** Zoning Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (definitions; s. 7.1 home occupations), Business Licence Bylaw No. 2112-2016, and the provincial Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act - Source: [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014, Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - Official wording: "City of Terrace Zoning Bylaw No. 2069 - 2014" - Source: [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw No. 2112-2016, Title page](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) - Official wording: "BYLAW NO. 2112-2016/ 2129-2017/ 2135-2017/" - Source: [Short-term rental registration, Province of BC, Subscribe](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry) - Official wording: "Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act, regulations and related information." - Check: wording matched the official text retrieved 2026-11-06 ## How it works [Zoning Bylaw 2069](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) defines short term rental but lists it as a use in no zone, and a use that is not listed is prohibited. The only listed options are a resident-run bed and breakfast (a Level 2 home occupation) and, in the AR1 zone only, vacation accommodation. Terrace is also on the Province's list of communities where the [principal residence requirement](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/principal-residence-requirement) applies. Hosts, platforms and strata hotel platforms must register with the Province and renew each year to keep operating. Each unit needs its own registration number. ## Steps 1. Ask Development Services (250-615-4022) whether your plan is allowed. 2. If it is a bed and breakfast, get a City business licence (250-615-4000). All home occupations need one. 3. Register with the Province's short-term rental registry. ## Good to know - Bed and breakfast rules: only within the principal dwelling, no more than 4 sleeping units with a maximum of 2 guests each, 1 parking space per guest room, parcel at least 550 m², and no secondary suite with a B&B. - Vacation accommodation (AR1 only): up to six sleeping units with meals provided in the principal dwelling. - Licence fee: the home-based business fee is $68 a year, but [Business Licence Bylaw 2112](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) Schedule A does not name bed and breakfasts or short-term rentals. Confirm the fee with the City. - No ticket is specific to short-term rentals. Municipal tickets include $500 for use of land or buildings against the Zoning Bylaw and $500 for operating without a business licence. ## Official forms and pages - [Province of BC short-term rentals](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals) - [Principal residence requirement](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/principal-residence-requirement) - [Zoning Bylaw 2069 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) - [Business Licence Bylaw 2112 (PDF)](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) ## Related questions - [Terrace business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/terrace/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) - [Kitimat](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/kitimat/short-term-rental.md) - [New Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/new-hazelton/short-term-rental.md) - [Smithers](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/smithers/short-term-rental.md) - [Telkwa](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/telkwa/short-term-rental.md) - [Hazelton](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/hazelton/short-term-rental.md) - [Port Edward](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/port-edward/short-term-rental.md) ## Sources - [Principal residence requirement, Province of BC](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/principal-residence-requirement) (read 2026-11-05) - [Short-term rental registration, Province of BC](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals/registry) (read 2026-11-05) - [Zoning Consolidated Bylaw No. 2069-2014 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4249) (read 2026-11-05) - [Business Licence Consolidated Bylaw No. 2112-2016 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/3962) (read 2026-11-05) - [Business Licences, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/business-licences) (read 2026-11-05) - [Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw No. 1827-2005 (PDF), City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/media/4139) (read 2026-11-05) - [TerraMap, City of Terrace](https://www.terrace.ca/business-development/maps-zoning/terramap) (read 2026-11-05) _Checked by script, not yet by a person: the official wording behind 6 of 6 facts was matched to the official text. 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