Sidney’s Bylaw Enforcement Officer investigates written complaints submitted to the Town. Common complaints relate to noise, unsightly premises, and parking.
To initiate a complaint, please fill out the form below. You can speak to the Bylaw Enforcement Officer by calling 250-656-4502. However, please note that Bylaw infractions must be reported through the online reporting form below.
Find copies of the Town’s most requested bylaws on the Bylaws & Policies page.
Animal Control
The Capital Regional District is responsible for investigating animal-related complaints. To initiate a complaint regarding animals, including dogs, please call CRD Animal Control at 250-478-0624 or contact their after-hours answering service at 1-833-931-3585.
Regional Bylaws
Certain bylaws that affect Sidney residents are regulated by the Capital Regional District, such as the Water Conservation Bylaw and the Clean Air Bylaw. To report a suspected infraction of a CRD bylaw, please call CRD Bylaw Enforcement at 250-478-0624. Suspected infractions related to water conservation can also be emailed to waterwise@crd.bc.ca.
After Hours
Matters of an urgent nature outside of normal business office hours of Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. should be referred to the RCMP for investigation. Please contact the RCMP by calling their non-emergency line at 250-656-3931.