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Eco-Conscious Detailing That Protects Our Oceans
In Vancouver, we are lucky to be surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Spirit. However, many residents aren’t aware that washing your car on the street or in a driveway where runoff enters the storm drain is actually illegal.Unlike the water from your sinks and toilets, which goes to a treatment plant, water entering Vancouver’s storm drains flows directly into local creeks, Burrard Inlet, and English Bay. This runoff carries soaps, degreasers, oils, and heavy metals that are toxic to fish and aquatic life.
Understanding Vancouver’s Bylaw Fines for Improper Drainage
The City of Vancouver strictly enforces the Sewer and Watercourse Bylaw No. 8093. If you are caught allowing “prohibited substances” (including soapy water and grime from car washing) to enter the storm sewer system, the financial consequences are significant:Minimum Fine: Typically starts at $250 to $500 per offense for minor violations.Maximum Fine: Can escalate up to $10,000 for serious or repeat environmental infractions.Property Owner Liability: Even if a hired detailer makes the mistake, the property owner can often be held responsible for the cleanup costs and fines.
Warning: Do Not Wash Your Car In The Street In Vancouver!
It’s illegal to wash your car on the street or driveway in Vancouver!
You could be slapped with a bylaw fine of up to $375!
Washing your car on the street or on your paved private driveway is actually illegal because the soap and grease runoff gets washed into curb drains and pollutes waterways, according to the City of Vancouver.
Section (68) of the Street and Traffic Bylaw prohibits greasing or repairing vehicles on any street, except for repairs necessitated by an emergency. This includes home car washes. People who break the bylaw could face penalties of up to $375.
- Touchless power wash and hand dry
- Wheel and tire cleaning
- Exterior Window cleaning
- *Excluding bug & tar removal, algae removal (upgrade to Exterior Hand Wash & Detailing Package)
- Premium hand wash and dry
- Wheel and tire cleaning
- Rim detailing
- Spray Ceramic protection (3-6 Months)
- Exterior Window cleaning
- Trunk jamb Vacuum and cleaned (prevent leaves buildup and prevent mold in trunk)
- *Excluding bug & tar removal, algae removal (addon 100.00)
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