Working Near a Riparian area? Do you have a stream, lake, wetland or ditch on or beside your property?  If you do you will need to know what legislation may apply to you. 

For more information consult the Planning Department to learn about what permits and approval you may require for development in your riparian area.

District of Highlands Policies and Information Phamphlet

• Riparian Area Policies

Riparian Area Regulations

• Government of BC Regulations
    
• Riparian Area Pamphlet

More information about Riparian Areas

• The living by water project
• Stewardship Centre for British Columbia