Sewers, Rainwater & Drainage

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How the System Works
Overview of the regional system that collects sewage, stormwater and other drainage.
Stormwater Management
Includes general information on stormwater management, design guidelines, planning resources and data.
Urban Drainage Management
Information on urban drainage issues and services provided for the Still Creek-Brunette River and Port Moody-Coquitlam drainage areas.
Liquid Waste Development Cost Charges
How fees are collected and what costs apply for different forms of development.
Waiver or Reduction of Development Cost Charges
Updates to the Greater Vancouver Sewerage and Drainage District Development Cost Charge Waiver or Reduction for Not-for-Profit Rental Housing Bylaw, No. 314, 2018 came into effect October 26, 2018.

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.

How the System Works

Stormwater Management

Urban Drainage Management

Liquid Waste Development Cost Charges

Waiver or Reduction of Development Cost Charges