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Home, Building & Property
Everything for the home owner, from planning to permits, to curbside garbage and recycling pick-up, to drinking water to dog licences.
Garbage & Recycling
What goes in and what doesn't, how to sort it, what we pick up and where to take the rest. More Information
Permits & Licences
All permits and licences for residents and homeowners, in alphabetical order. More Information
Construction & Renovating
Permits and licences for construction & renovation, resources for contractors, order house plans. More Information
Taxes & Utility Fees
Property taxes are due in July. Utility bills are due quarterly and are based on your usage. More Information
Emergency Preparedness
What to do in the event of an emergency, dealing with extreme weather, fire prevention and safety, earthquake preparedness. More Information
Water & Sewers
Learn about drinking water, where it comes from, how to conserve it to save money on your utilities bill. Sewers, storm drains and culverts keep the system moving. More Information
Planning
Housing, development regulations and applications, and heritage. More Information
Dogs & Backyard Chickens
How to licence and take care of your animals. More Information
Major Projects
Policy and infrastructure projects. More Information