# Gov Handbook: Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada

> 24 answers about local government in Tumbler Ridge. Hub page: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/ · All answers as JSON: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/index.json · Full text: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/llms-full.txt

## Building, renovating and your property

- [Tumbler Ridge building permits: when you need one and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/building-permit.md): In Tumbler Ridge you need a building permit to construct a building, make structural changes, install a fence, deck or other structure, or demolish. Apply in person at Town Hall (305 Iles Way). Call 250-242-4242 to ask the Building Official whether your project needs one.
- [Tumbler Ridge fence rules: permits and height limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/fence-rules.md): In Tumbler Ridge the Zoning Bylaw says no permit is needed for a fence under 2.0 m, and sets a 1.8 m maximum in residential zones (no front-yard fence unless on a corner parcel). The District's permit page lists fences as needing a building permit, so ask the Building Official first.
- [Tumbler Ridge permits for decks, sheds, carports and garages](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/deck-shed-garage-permit.md): In Tumbler Ridge the building bylaw requires a permit to construct any building or structure, and the District's page lists decks. No size cut-off for sheds is stated, and garages and carports are not listed either way. Confirm with the Building Official before you build.
- [Tumbler Ridge building permit fees](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/building-permit-fees.md): In Tumbler Ridge the building permit fee depends on the value of the work. The minimum is $75 for work valued up to $1,000, plus $6 per $1,000 (or part) over that, up to $200,000. Each application also pays a plan-processing fee and a security deposit (minimum $100).
- [Tumbler Ridge zoning: find your zone and what it allows](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/zoning-lookup.md): In Tumbler Ridge, zone boundaries are on the Zoning Maps (Schedules B to E) attached to Zoning Bylaw No. 747, which the District posts as a PDF. No online map or address search was found. Call Town Hall at 250-242-4242.
- [Tumbler Ridge secondary suite and carriage house rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/secondary-suite.md): Yes. Tumbler Ridge's Zoning Bylaw allows one secondary suite inside the main building, and one garden or carriage suite in a rear yard or accessory building, in the R1, R2, R3 and RR zones. A building permit is needed. A development permit may also apply in mapped areas.
- [Tumbler Ridge tree removal rules and permits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/tree-removal.md): Tumbler Ridge has no tree-cutting bylaw for private land that we found. In mapped Aquifer Protection and Hazardous Lands areas, altering land needs a development permit, and the plan does not say whether cutting trees counts. A permit is needed to cut street trees.

## Garbage, recycling and waste

- [Tumbler Ridge garbage collection: schedule, carts and limits](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/garbage-collection.md): In Tumbler Ridge, garbage and recycling are collected on alternating weeks, on Tuesday (Lower Bench, Peace River Crescent, Fellers), Wednesday (Middle Bench) or Thursday (Upper Bench). Put your cart out after 6:00 p.m. the evening before and bring it in by 9 p.m.
- [Tumbler Ridge yard waste collection and drop-off](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/yard-waste.md): Tumbler Ridge has no curbside collection of yard trimmings. They cannot go in the garbage cart. Take them to the Waste Transfer Station at 103 Ridge Road (open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) or compost them on your property.

## Water, sewer, roads and snow

- [Tumbler Ridge watering restrictions](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/water-restrictions.md): Tumbler Ridge's Water Regulation Bylaw sets no fixed sprinkling days, hours or stages. Council may order water use cut back or stopped when it is in the public interest. Wasting water by runoff into a storm or sanitary sewer is not allowed.

## Pets, animals and wildlife

- [Tumbler Ridge dog licences: fees and how to get one](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/dog-licence.md): In Tumbler Ridge, every dog over 6 months old must be licensed with the District. Buy the licence at the Town Hall front desk (305 Iles Way). The fee is $20 a year for a spayed or neutered dog and $50 for one that is not. Tags expire December 31.
- [Tumbler Ridge dog leash rules and off-leash areas](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/dog-leash-rules.md): In Tumbler Ridge, dogs must be on a leash at all times in a public space. A dog off leash can bring a $100 ticket, and owners must clean up after their dogs. The District's pages do not name any off-leash areas.
- [Tumbler Ridge rules for aggressive and dangerous dogs](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/dangerous-dogs.md): In Tumbler Ridge, a dangerous dog must be leashed and muzzled in public, securely confined at home, insured and signed, and licensed for $500. A high risk dog must be leashed in public and confined, with a $300 licence. Report concerns to 250-242-3939.
- [How many dogs or cats you can keep in Tumbler Ridge](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/how-many-pets.md): In Tumbler Ridge, a property may have no more than 3 dogs and no more than 6 companion animals in total, according to the District's ticket schedule. The ticket is $100. The bylaw text itself is not readable online, so confirm the details with Bylaw Enforcement.
- [Tumbler Ridge backyard chickens, bees and livestock rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/backyard-chickens.md): In Tumbler Ridge, backyard hens are allowed for household use only (no selling), up to 8 hens, with a hen keeping licence ($20). Roosters are not allowed. Bees are allowed only in certain zones. Other livestock is limited by zoning.

## Parking, tickets and driving

- [Tumbler Ridge RV, boat and trailer parking rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/rv-boat-trailer-parking.md): In Tumbler Ridge, an RV may stay in a permitted on-street spot for no more than 24 hours, and no vehicle may stop on a highway over 24 hours. In R1 and R2 zones you may keep one RV on your lot. A 24-hour ticket is $50.

## Bylaws, noise and complaints

- [Tumbler Ridge noise bylaw: quiet hours, construction hours and fines](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/noise-rules.md): In Tumbler Ridge, noise that disturbs the peace of people nearby is not allowed, and construction noise is banned from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The readable bylaw sets no other fixed quiet hours. A noise ticket is $100.
- [Tumbler Ridge unsightly property rules and how to report](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/unsightly-property.md): In Tumbler Ridge, call the Bylaw Enforcement Officer at 250-242-3939 to report an unsightly or overgrown property. Under the Unsightly Premises Bylaw the officer can order the owner to clean up, and the District can do the work at the owner's cost. A ticket is $100.
- [Tumbler Ridge backyard fire and burning rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/backyard-fire.md): In Tumbler Ridge, recreational campfires are allowed in a fire pit, fireplace or barbecue without a permit if you follow the Fire Protection Bylaw. Burning yard waste needs a written permit from the Fire Chief. A ticket is $100. Check for current fire bans first.
- [Tumbler Ridge fireworks rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/fireworks.md): In Tumbler Ridge, people 18 or older may set off low-level consumer fireworks on private property, with no campfire ban in effect and wind not over 10 km/h. Other fireworks need a written permit from the Fire Chief. A ticket is $100.
- [Tumbler Ridge bylaw fines and how tickets work](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/bylaw-fines.md): In Tumbler Ridge, most bylaw tickets are Municipal Ticket Information tickets with one fixed fine, for example $100 for a dog off leash, noise or open burning without a permit, and $50 for overtime parking. No early-payment discount is stated.

## Starting and running a business

- [Tumbler Ridge business licences: who needs one, fees and how to apply](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/business-licence.md): Yes. Every business carried on in the District of Tumbler Ridge needs a licence, including online businesses run from a location in the District. Most categories are $150 a year. Apply online or with the downloadable form to Corporate Services at Town Hall.
- [Tumbler Ridge home-based business rules](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/home-based-business.md): Yes. Tumbler Ridge allows a Home Occupation - Minor in R1, R2, R3, MHL, MHP, RM1, RM2 and C1, and a Home Occupation - Major in R2 and R3. A District business licence is required: $50 a year for a home occupation.

## Housing and renting

- [Tumbler Ridge short-term rental rules (Airbnb, Vrbo)](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/short-term-rental.md): Yes, with a District of Tumbler Ridge business licence ($150 a year), only in the R1, R2, R3, MHL, MHP, RM1, RM2 and C1 zones. Guest stays may not exceed 90 consecutive days. You must also register with the Province's short-term rental registry.

## Zoning

- [All 14 zones in Tumbler Ridge, as JSON](https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/zoning/index.json)
- Zone of an address: https://govhandbook.com/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/zoning/lookup?address=123+Main+St