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MattersEnvironmentBylaw No. 1800First seen Jun 8, 2017Last discussed Jun 19, 2017

Soil removal and deposit rules

Adopted

The bylaw establishes city rules for soil removal and deposit. These rules govern activities that can affect land and surrounding areas.

Where it stands: The soil removal and deposit bylaw was adopted Jun 19, 2017.

Governing bylawNo. 1800In force

Soil Removal and Deposit Bylaw

Get a soil permit before removing or depositing soil in Langford unless an exemption applies. The bylaw limits work hours, sets permit fees and expiry periods, and requires soil work to avoid hazards and protect waterways and nearby land.

Key rules and full textOfficial PDF

Background

Earlier and later steps of the same initiative.

  1. Aug 20, 2018 – Sep 4, 2018

    Soil removal and deposit bylaw amendment

    The amendment exempts rock taken from a development site to another Langford site for processing and then returned, provided the developer proves it is the same rock. This adjusts when a soil permit is required for rock processing.

Timeline

Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.

  1. June 19, 2017· Council

    Soil removal and deposit bylaw adopted

    Adopted

    Final approval. The bylaw is now in force.

  2. June 8, 2017· Council

    Soil removal and deposit bylaw presented for readings

    Council approved the content and final wording. Adoption is the last step.