Engine Prohibitions

As of January 31, 2020, previously unregistered Tier 0 and Tier 1 non-road diesel engines are prohibited from operating in Metro Vancouver.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

If you have a prohibited engine, here are your options:

Replace the engine with a Tier 2 or higher emission standard
Retrofit the engine with an emission reduction device to achieve Tier 2 or higher emission standard
Rent a compliant machine for work in Metro Vancouver

Determine your engine tier with this chart

Failure to comply with the Bylaw may result in regulatory action including tickets and fines.

Tier 1 Non-Road Diesel Engine Regulatory Program

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Contact

For more information on Non-Road Diesel Engine emission regulation

604-451-6655
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Tier 0 Prohibition

Non-Road Diesel Engine Emission Bylaw 1161, 2012 prohibits the operation of Tier 0 engines in Metro Vancouver as of January 1, 2015, unless the engine was previously registered for a minimum of 90 days.

Use Metro Vancouver’s Engine Lookup Tool to check if your Tier 0 or Tier 1 engine is authorized to operate.

Metro Vancouver acknowledges that the region’s residents live, work, and learn on the shared territories of many Indigenous peoples, including 10 local First Nations: Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwikwetlem, Matsqui, Musqueam, Qayqayt, Semiahmoo, Squamish, Tsawwassen, and Tsleil-Waututh.

Metro Vancouver respects the diverse and distinct histories, languages, and cultures of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, which collectively enrich our lives and the region.