The Bylaw and Development Department works to keep Watson Lake safe, healthy, and vibrant for everyone. Through the Bylaw and Development Officer, we  help ensure that growth in the Town of Watson Lake happens in a way that reflects our community’s values promoting safety, fairness, and respect for our shared spaces. Through responsible land use, building oversight, and bylaw enforcement, we support a community where residents, visitors, and businesses can thrive together.

The Bylaw and Development Officer handles tasks not such as, but not limited to:
Bylaw Enforcement
Animal Control within the jurisdiction
Business Licenses Bylaws
General Maintenance Bylaw (e.g. maintaining a standard of cleanliness to properties within the Town of Watson Lake,)
   (cont. Clearing of roadway right-of-ways to accommodate snow removal operations)
Development
Issuing Development, Conditional and Variance Permits
Property Rezoning Process