How To Get A Traffic Control Permit In British Columbia?

Apply for a traffic control permit through the jurisdiction that owns the roadway. Use your city’s process for municipal streets. Use the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure process for provincial highways via the Highway Use Permit program for events and similar activities. In Coquitlam, road-impacting work or events require a Road & Sidewalk Closure Permit. Current posted fees are $150 initial and $75 renewal.

Which Permit Do You Need?

• Municipal streets: Apply to the city where the work or event occurs. Coquitlam’s Road & Sidewalk Closure Permit is the local example. Vancouver and Port Coquitlam publish similar guidance and forms. Fees and timelines vary by city.
  
• Provincial highways: Apply to the Province for a Highway Use Permit for special events or activities on highway rights-of-way.
  

Step-By-Step: Applying In Coquitlam

1. Confirm the scope and location. Identify if you will affect lanes, sidewalks, bus stops, or crossings.
   
2. Prepare a Traffic Management Plan (TMP). Follow WorkSafeBC OHS Part 18 and reference the TMM 2020 for layout figures and category determination.
   
3. Complete the application form. Coquitlam’s form requires a TMP or TMM figure reference, prime contractor designation, and related details.
   
4. Submit supporting documents. Include insurance, site drawings, and any equipment notes such as message boards. Port Coquitlam’s application highlights electronic boards on arterial and major collector roads as an example of equipment expectations.
   
5. Pay permit fees. Coquitlam lists $150 initial and $75 renewal effective September 2024.
   
6. Allow adequate lead time. Some municipalities advise submitting several weeks ahead; for example, the Township of Langley requests six weeks for special events. Plan accordingly.
   

Standards And Training You Must Follow

• WorkSafeBC OHS Regulation Part 18: Traffic Control. Sets employer responsibilities and core traffic control requirements.
  
• Traffic Management Manual for Work on Roadways (2020). Provincial reference for layouts, tapers, signage density, and categorization.
  
• TCP Certification. Traffic Control Persons are trained through BCCSA’s WorkSafeBC-approved program. The standard 2-day TCP course results in a record of completion valid for three years.
  

How Safeside Helps You Get Approved

• Coquitlam specialists. Local knowledge of road networks in Maillardville, Austin Heights, Burquitlam, Westwood Plateau, and Burke Mountain.
  
• Permit-ready TMPs. Plans aligned to Part 18 and TMM 2020 to speed reviews.
  
• Certified crews and equipment. BCCSA-trained TCPs and LCTs with properly equipped trucks, message boards, and barricades.
  
• Transparent timelines. We coordinate submittals and staging around your schedule and the City’s review windows. Coquitlam requirements and fees are included in quotes.
  

Practical Planning Details

• Hours and booking. Schedule depends on permit lead times and event windows. Contact us early so we can reserve crews and equipment.
  
• Accessibility. We maintain accessible pedestrian routes and signage per your TMP and TMM 2020.
  
• Parking and staging. We plan safe staging for vehicles, cones, and boards to reduce impact near venues like Town Centre Park and Percy Perry Stadium.
  

Frequently Asked Questions

Who issues traffic control permits in BC?

• Cities issue permits for municipal streets. The Province issues Highway Use Permits for activities on provincial highways.

What documents are required in Coquitlam?

• A completed application with a TMP or TMM figure reference, insurance, and project details. 

What are the current Coquitlam fees?

• Effective September 2024: $150 initial and $75 renewal for Road & Sidewalk Closure Permits. 

How far in advance should I apply?

• Submit as early as possible. Some jurisdictions recommend six weeks for event permits.

Do crews have to be certified?

• Yes. TCPs are trained through BCCSA’s WorkSafeBC-approved program; the standard 2-day course yields a 3-year record of completion.

Partner With Safeside Today

Safeside Traffic Control Ltd provides certified professionals, compliant setups, and transparent pricing for events and construction projects in Coquitlam and across Metro Vancouver. We help you secure the permits you need quickly and efficiently.

Visit Safeside Traffic Control Ltd at 1140 Eagleridge Dr, Unit 25, Coquitlam, BC V3E 1C2, Canada
Office: +1 604-704-8051
Email: info@safesidetrafficcontrol.comBook your consultation today and discover how Safeside Traffic Control can keep your project safe, compliant, and on schedule.