Blog / May 28, 2019

Can you park in the middle of a cul de sac Abbotsford?

Vehicles in cul-de-sacs that park at an angle reduce the turnaround area available for vehicles. If there is no sign, and the roadway is no less than 6.1 metres, parking may be permitted provided it does not impact visibility or passage of pedestrians, vehicles, and garbage trucks.

What time can construction start in Abbotsford?

Construction noise is not permitted before 7:00am or after 9:00pm Monday to Friday and before 9:00am or after 9:00pm on Sunday or any statutory Holiday. Quiet time in residential neighbourhoods is between the hours of 10:00pm and 7:00am the following day.

What is the noise bylaw in Abbotsford BC?

(i) between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on any day from Monday to Saturday when such day is not a Holiday; (ii) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on any Sunday or statutory Holiday.

How do I make a noise complaint in Abbotsford?

Report online through the City’s website.
Tel: 604-864-5512.
Email: [email protected].

Can you park in a cul-de-sac BC?

No vehicle may be parked on any street for longer than 48 hours without being moved. Vehicles must park parallel to the roadway, including in cul-de-sacs. “Nose-in” or angle parking is not permitted unless the location has been marked or signed for angle parking.

Is it OK to park on the side of the road?

You must also park parallel to, and close to, the side of the road or in a designated place and facing in the direction of the traffic flow. If you have to park on any other road, you should: park on the left-hand side of the road.

How close to driveway can you park BC?

Parking Adjacent to Driveways Parking is not allowed in front of or within 1.5 meters of either side of a driveway.

Can someone park in front of my house in a cul-de-sac?

If they park in front of your house, sorry, it’s a public roadway, there are no “reserved” parking spaces. If however, they block your driveway, they ought to be willing to move it so you can enter or leave your driveway, garage, carport, etc.

Can someone stop you parking outside their house?

As long as a vehicle is taxed and a motorist is not breaking any traffic laws they are allowed to stop anywhere it is legal to do so. However, this does not work everywhere as some areas enforce specific resident-only parking permit areas to stop random motorists grabbing residents spaces.

Is it illegal to park in front of a dropped kerb?

You must not park in front of a dropped kerb on the road or where the road has been raised to the same level as the pavement, regardless if yellow lines are present or in force.

How do I report a bylaw violation in Abbotsford?

If you have a concern in regards to a bylaw infraction occurring within the City of Abbotsford, complete the Bylaw Service Request form. When submitting a request for service, we ask that you provide the exact address where the alleged bylaw infraction has occurred if possible.

Can I Park a trailer on the street in Abbotsford?

Find out about Abbotsford’s regulation for vehicles for sale, unlicensed vehicles, and trailers on city streets. Trailers must be hooked up to a vehicle with motive power (an engine) when parked on a City street. This includes utility and recreational trailers.

Is it legal to Park a commercial vehicle on agricultural land?

The City’s Zoning Bylaw prohibits the parking and storage of commercial vehicles that are unrelated to farm operation on an agricultural zoned property, except that a maximum of 2 commercial vehicles may be parked on the property subject to conditions.

Is it legal to Park on the Boulevard?

Parking is not permitted on the boulevard, as it is City property and needs to be well-maintained. Vehicles that are parked legally and not time limited by any posted signs may stay in the same location without moving for up to 72 hours.