Regina Traffic Calming Bylaws - Roundabouts & Speed Bumps

Transportation Saskatchewan 3 Minutes Read · published May 24, 2026 Flag of Saskatchewan

In Regina, Saskatchewan, neighbourhood traffic-calming devices such as roundabouts and speed bumps are managed through city policies and by-law enforcement to improve safety and manage vehicle speed in residential areas.

Overview of Standards

The City of Regina evaluates roundabouts and speed humps according to engineering standards, neighbourhood requests, and traffic studies. Project approval typically involves a technical assessment, public consultation, and coordination with Utilities and Public Works. For program details and petition procedures see the city guidance and traffic-calming pages Traffic calming overview[1].

Local traffic-calming installations usually follow an engineering review and neighbourhood consultation process.

Design Criteria

  • Typical site studies consider peak hour traffic, 85th percentile speed, and collision history.
  • Roundabouts follow geometric design standards to accommodate vehicle turning radii and sight lines.
  • Speed humps are designed with specific height, length, and spacing to target speeds without affecting emergency response.
Design dimensions and spacing are set by city engineering standards and vary by street classification.

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement of traffic calming devices and offences relating to tampering, illegal signage, or obstruction is handled by City of Regina Bylaw Enforcement in coordination with Regina Police Service where applicable. For contact and complaint procedures see the city bylaw enforcement contact pages Bylaw Enforcement[2].

  • Fines: specific monetary penalties for tampering with traffic-calming devices are not specified on the cited page.
  • Escalation: information on first, repeat, or continuing offence ranges is not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: orders to repair or restore, removal orders, or prosecution in court may be used; exact remedies are not specified on the cited page.
  • Enforcer: City of Regina Bylaw Enforcement and the Transportation/Engineering branch coordinate inspections and complaints.
  • Appeals/review: appeal routes and statutory time limits for bylaw orders are not specified on the cited page.
If you receive a notice or order, follow the instructions and contact the issuing department promptly.

Applications & Forms

The City posts traffic-calming request procedures and petition templates on its traffic-calming information page; specific form names, file numbers, fees, and submission deadlines are not specified on the cited page. Residents typically submit a formal request or petition to Transportation/Engineering through Service Regina or the online contact forms.

Process to Request Traffic Calming

  • Step 1: Check eligibility and gather traffic observations and signatures as directed by the city policy.
  • Step 2: Submit a traffic-calming request or petition; the city will schedule a site study if criteria are met.
  • Step 3: Engineering assessment, public consultation, and final approval or denial.
Neighbourhood support and documented speed or safety concerns strengthen a traffic-calming request.

FAQ

How do I request a roundabout or speed hump in my neighbourhood?
Submit a traffic-calming request or petition to the City of Regina Transportation/Engineering branch following the procedures on the traffic-calming information page.
Will a speed hump affect emergency vehicles?
Design standards aim to minimise impact on emergency response; specific exemptions or coordination measures are handled during the design review.
Who enforces tampering with traffic-calming devices?
Bylaw Enforcement and, where applicable, Regina Police Service handle tampering and illegal alterations to traffic-calming infrastructure.

How-To

  1. Document speeding or safety concerns with dates, times, and photos.
  2. Gather neighbour support and signatures if required by the city petition process.
  3. Submit the request or petition to the Transportation/Engineering branch via the online contact form or Service Regina.
  4. Attend any public consultation or follow-up site meetings; respond to city requests for information.

Key Takeaways

  • The City of Regina evaluates traffic-calming requests using engineering criteria and public consultation.
  • Exact fines, escalation amounts, and appeal time limits are not specified on the cited city pages and should be confirmed with Bylaw Enforcement.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Regina — Traffic calming information
  2. [2] City of Regina — Bylaw Enforcement contact

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