Bylaws & Policies

Council has adopted many bylaws and policies that support and protect the Maple Ridge community. The most commonly requested bylaws and policies can be accessed below.

Disclaimer

While we make every effort to ensure that the most accurate versions of bylaws are available on our website, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. 

Some of our bylaws have been consolidated for convenience purposes and should not be relied on in place of the official bylaws, which can be obtained by contacting the Legislative Services Department. 

Contacts

Please contact the Legislative Services Department at clerks@MapleRidge.ca for official copies of a bylaw or if you are looking for a bylaw or policy that is not listed below.

Click here to report a concern. For questions about bylaw enforcement or community safety please contact the Bylaws Department at bylaws@mapleridge.ca or communitysafety@mapleridge.ca.  

Historic Bylaw Book

Interested in our historical bylaws? Check out the book below:

 1876 - 1913 Historic Bylaw Book

Commonly Requested Bylaws/Policies

The most commonly requested policies and bylaws are listed alphabetically below. You can search the list by title if you know the policy/bylaw name or number, or by using keywords if you know the topic.

Political Activity Policy

Number: 3.18
To provide a consistent approach and direction for Candidates, City Staff and all interested third parties regarding use of City Facilities and City Resources for Political Activity to ensure City Facilities and City Resources remain impartial, and to provide City Staff with direction on conduct regarding Political Activities during Working Hours.
Political Activity Policy - 3.18 [PDF/328KB]

Prison Work Crews Policy

Number: 4.16
To permit the use of inmate work crews to supplement the regular maintenance program and special projects work of the parks and leisure services and Public Works Departments and associated volunteer organizations (i.e., Adopt a Block, ARMS, Equestrian Trails Council, etc.).
Prison Work Crews Policy 4.16 [PDF/343KB]

Proceeds of Sale of Municipal Land Policy

Number: 5.11
The purpose of this Policy is to direct how proceeds from the sale of City Land are used and the reserves they are deposited to.
Proceeds of Sale of Municipal Land Policy - 5.11.pdf [PDF/254KB]

Proclamations Policy

Number: 3.02
To eliminate the need for City Council approval and publication of proclamations.
Proclamations Policy 3.02 [PDF/10KB]

Procurement Policy

Number: 5.45
To ensure that all goods, services and construction will be procured in a competitive, fair and open manner.
Procurement Policy 5.45 [PDF/280KB]

Public Parks Liquor Consumption Bylaw

Number: 2961-1981
To designate certain Public Parks as places where liquor may be consumed.
Public Parks Liquor Consumption Bylaw No. 2961-1981 [PDF/63KB]

Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw

Number: 7854-2022
To regulate public buildings, public places, park property and recreational facilities in the City of Maple Ridge.
Public Places, Parks and Recreation Facilities Regulation Bylaw No. 7854-2022 [PDF/805KB]

Public Private Partnership Policy

Number: 5.50
To ensure that public private partnerships are guided by the Public Private Partnership Handbook.
Public Private Partnership Policy 5.50 [PDF/7KB]

Recreation Access Policy

Number: 4.23
To ensure that programs and supports are provided to groups and individuals that may have challenges when accessing leisure opportunities.
Recreation Access Policy 4.23 [PDF/274KB]

Recycling Charges Bylaw

Number: 4655-1992
To impose recycling charges on owners of land.
Recycling Charge Bylaw No. 4655-1992 [PDF/205KB]