Traffic Control Permit

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Fees and Process for Lane Closure Requests

A non-refundable fee of $107 for the first week and $53 per additional week is required for all Traffic Control Permits (previously known as Lane Closure Requests) to help cover administration and inspection costs.

You will be sent an invoice on receipt of your completed form and the application will be assessed after payment is received. Existing fees for noise variances, signage requirements and hooding parking meters will also continue to be applied. If you applied online, your case will be reviewed by Burnaby Traffic department and you will be notified if you need to pay a fee for your application to be assessed. You can view and pay your invoice by logging into My Permits Portal.

No person shall close a street, or portion thereof, or restrict or divert traffic, without authorization from the City of Burnaby as per the City’s Street and Traffic Bylaw. Any construction zone on a roadway must conform to regulations outlined in the Traffic Control Manual for Work on Roadways.

Submitting Your Request

Apply online through My Permits Portal and track your application by logging into the portal. Alternatively, you can apply here or download and print your Traffic Control Permit request form.

Requests can be submitted in person during office hours, 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM Monday to Friday at the City’s Engineering Department or e-mailed to the Traffic Department at traffic@burnaby.ca. For more information please call Engineering General Enquiries at 604-294-7460.

• Traffic Control Permit Request Information

  • A minimum of five (5) business days is required to process a completed application. This provides time to review the application, amend/revise the traffic control plan, and advise Emergency Services, Bylaw Enforcement, Coast Mountain Bus Company and Translink of potential delays. Additional time is needed if Parking or Environmental Services are required.

• Insurance Requirements

  • Liability insurance in the minimum amount of $5 million is required before a Traffic Control Permit can be issued. The City of Burnaby must be named as a co-insured, and the policy must include a 30 day cancellation notice and a cross liability clause. A copy of the Certificate of Insurance must be attached to the application.

• Fees and Payment

  • A non-refundable fee of $103 for the first week and $51 per additional week is required for all Traffic Control Permits on application to help cover administration and inspection costs. You will be sent an invoice on receipt of your completed form and your application will only be assessed once full payment is received. Additional fees will still be required for Parking or Environmental Services.

• Extensions and Amendments

  • Extensions may be granted at the City's discretion. If amendments are made to the traffic management plan a new application will be required. Additional fees will apply.

• Work Hour Restrictions

  • Work on all roads is generally only permitted between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM on weekdays (Monday to Friday) to minimize traffic disruptions. Any work conducted at night after 8:00 PM, on a Sunday, Statutory Holiday, or before 9:00 AM on a Saturday, is subject to the City’s Noise Bylaw. A completed noise variance application including the application fee must be submitted to Environmental Services for review a minimum of seven (7) business days prior to the start of the work. Once your Traffic Control Permit has been issued, please contact Environmental Services at engineering@burnaby.ca for further information.

• Temporary “No Parking” Signs

  • The City requires an additional five (5) business days to make arrangements for temporary signs. All parking regulation signs must be installed 24 hours in advance to be legally enforceable. Once your Traffic Control Permit has been issued, please contact Parking Services at parking_services@burnaby.ca with a copy of your approved permit.

• Parking Meters

  • The City requires an additional five (5) business days to make arrangements for bagging of parking meters. Payment for lost revenue is required for parking meters that are taken out of operation. Once your Traffic Control Permit has been issued, please contact Parking Services at parking_services@burnaby.ca with a copy of your approved permit.

• Bus Route

  • If the road works impact bus service, the applicant is required to contact Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) directly with the approved Traffic Control Permit. CMBC requires a minimum two (2) business days’ notice to relocate a bus stop or reroute their service. Once your Traffic Control Permit has been issued, please contact CMBC at special.events@coastmountainbus.com.

• Pedestrian and Bicycle Provisions

  • A permit is required when working on a sidewalk or bicycle lane. The passage of pedestrian traffic must be taken into consideration and an alternative route must be provided. Where there is a closure of a dedicated bicycle lane, an alternative lane needs to be provided. If this is not possible “Share the Road” signs should be installed or a bicycle detour route provided.

• Steel Road Plates

  • The use of road plates to cover excavations and restore travel lanes is generally not permitted in Burnaby. If there are no alternatives, a letter signed by a Professional Engineer must be submitted ensuring the installation is safe.

• Construction Bin / Trailers

  • Garbage bins or site trailers should not be placed on City property. If fencing, covered walkways, or storage of materials on City boulevards is necessary, a Development Works Permit is required. Please contact Development Services at engineering@burnaby.ca.

• Storage Containers / PODS

  • For the placement of storage containers on City property, please contact Parking Services at parking_services@burnaby.ca. Additional charges may apply.

• Standard Street Work (SSW) Permit

  • This permit is required if constructing civil works within a City street right-of-way ie. third party utility (hydro / gas / telecom) or other minor civil works. Please submit the correct application form or email SSWnetworkupgrades@burnaby.ca for more information.