Report Litter & Request Bench - Burnaby Bylaws

Parks and Public Spaces British Columbia 3 Minutes Read · published May 24, 2026 Flag of British Columbia · By Daniel Roy

In Burnaby, British Columbia, reporting litter and requesting park furniture such as benches is handled by city staff through bylaw enforcement and parks services. This guide explains how to report litter, how to request a bench or other park amenity, who enforces related rules, and what to expect for timelines and appeals. Use the official report channels and provide photos, precise locations, and contact information to speed action.

Reporting litter and illegal dumping

To report litter, illegal dumping, or overflowing public garbage receptacles in Burnaby, submit a service request to the City so By-law Enforcement or Parks crews can investigate. Provide the exact address or park name, date/time, and photos when possible. The City handles most public-space litter complaints as operational service requests rather than formal prosecutions.

Report a problem online[1]

Report hazards immediately with photos and a precise location to help crews respond.

Requesting a bench installation

Bench installations and other park amenity requests are managed by Burnaby Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services. The City evaluates requests based on location suitability, accessibility, maintenance capacity, and budget. There is no guaranteed timeline for installation; approvals depend on planning cycles and funding.

To request a bench, use the City service request form for parks or contact Parks planning directly and describe the preferred location, purpose, and any community support.

Parks and park requests[2]

Bench installation requests are subject to safety, maintenance, and budget review and may be deferred or declined.

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement for litter, illegal dumping, and related public-space offences is undertaken by Burnaby By-law Enforcement and relevant Parks staff. Specific fines, escalation, and continuing offence amounts are set out in applicable bylaws or enforcement policies.

  • Fine amounts: not specified on the cited page.
  • Escalation: information on first, repeat, or continuing offences is not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: orders to clean up, seizure of materials, or court action may be used; specific remedies not specified on the cited page.
  • Enforcer: By-law Enforcement (City of Burnaby) handles investigations and complaints.
  • Appeals/review: formal appeal routes and time limits are not specified on the cited page; contact By-law Enforcement for procedure.

Common violations and typical outcomes:

  • Littering in parks — enforcement action or cleanup order; fine amounts not specified on the cited page.
  • Illegal dumping on public land — investigation and removal; penalties not specified on the cited page.
  • Failure to maintain private trash that affects public spaces — notice or order to remedy; specific sanctions not specified on the cited page.
Contact By-law Enforcement for exact bylaw sections, fines, and appeal timelines when you file a complaint.

Applications & Forms

There is no separate published bench-installation permit form; park amenity and maintenance requests are handled via the City’s service request process or direct Parks contact. For enforcement actions or formal complaints about litter, use the City’s report-a-problem form or contact By-law Enforcement.

By-law Enforcement contact and information[3]

Action steps

  • Document: Take clear photos with dates and GPS if possible.
  • Submit: Use the City’s Report a Problem form for litter or park requests.
  • Follow up: Note the service request number and contact By-law Enforcement for status.
  • Appeal: If you receive an order you dispute, ask By-law Enforcement for appeal steps and deadlines.

FAQ

How do I report litter in a Burnaby park?
Use the City of Burnaby "Report a problem" service with location and photos; By-law Enforcement or Parks staff will review the request.
Can I request a bench on any street or in any park?
Requests are evaluated for safety, accessibility, and maintenance; not all locations will be approved.
Are there fees to request a bench?
No specific fee is published for bench requests on the cited pages; installation depends on City budgets and schedules.

How-To

  1. Take photos of the litter or proposed bench location and note exact GPS or address.
  2. Visit the City of Burnaby Report a Problem page and complete the online form with attachments.
  3. For bench requests, select the parks or facility option and describe the location and purpose.
  4. Keep the service request number and follow up with Parks or By-law Enforcement if needed.
  5. If you receive an enforcement notice you dispute, request appeal instructions from By-law Enforcement promptly.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Burnaby - Report a problem
  2. [2] City of Burnaby - Parks
  3. [3] City of Burnaby - By-law Enforcement

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