By-laws are the legislation of a municipality, similar to the legislation made by the National and Provincial Governments. However, any by-laws that conflict with national or provincial legislation are invalid. By-laws are intended to give effect to and regulate the policies of a municipality.
One fact is sure: a nonprofit's bylaws are considered a legal document that dictates how the organization must be governed.
Local law refers to laws enacted by a city or town council or by a county commission, which are applicable only within the boundaries of the city or county that enacts them. These laws are usually called ordinances and can include criminal offenses at the lowest level.
The bylaws are the regulations of a corporation. They contain the basic rules for the conduct of the corporation's business and affairs.
Byelaws generally require something to be done – or not to be done – in a particular location. They are accompanied by a sanction or penalty for non-observance. Offences against byelaws attract a penalty fine which can, at present, only be enforced through the Magistrates' Courts.”
7314. The County's Woodlands Conservation Bylaw No. 7314, passed under the Municipal Act, regulates the destruction or injuring of trees within woodlands on private property to prevent deforestation, overharvesting and to promote good forestry practices. For more information visit Woodlands Conservation By-Law.
Richmond Hill's Tree Preservation By-Law 41-07 protects trees on private property with a trunk diameter at height (DBH) of 20 cm or greater. This By-law is an important part of the City's strategy to preserve our urban forest for the benefit of the community.
Phone: 519-661-4660. Email: enforcement@london.ca or service@london.ca.