The City of Brampton has reported major strides in by-law compliance and enforcement, following the successful implementation of recommendations from the Enforcement Operational Review. At the April 9 City Council meeting, the Enforcement and By-law Services team presented its first-quarter progress report, showcasing clear, measurable improvements in enforcement efficiency, service delivery, and public safety.
According to the report, Brampton’s strengthened enforcement model is delivering results across multiple categories:
- Over 1,900 penalties were issued following 1,849 proactive enforcement patrols, reinforcing the effectiveness of Brampton’s more visible, active approach.
- The towing rate rose by 97% compared to the first quarter of 2024, underscoring the City’s zero-tolerance stance, especially in cases involving repeat offences or public safety concerns.
- Property standards investigations increased by 77%, a significant milestone driven in part by the success of the Residential Rental Licensing (RRL) pilot program.
- 84 fraudulent Accessible Parking Permits were seized—more than double the amount recovered during the same period last year.
- Since introducing higher penalties for repeat parking offences in February, the City has issued 620 secondary and 282 subsequent offence tickets, demonstrating a commitment to deterring chronic violations.
These achievements reflect the impact of key strategic changes implemented in response to the Operational Review, including a shift to proactive enforcement, enhanced penalties, streamlined towing procedures, and targeted patrols in high-priority areas.
The City also invested in operational capacity through a Stabilization Staffing Model, hiring 38 new By-law Enforcement Officers and two additional support staff, significantly boosting the team’s ability to respond quickly and thoroughly to community concerns.
“These numbers reflect our commitment to safety, livability and accountability,” said Mayor Patrick Brown.
“We have made it clear that violations of our by-laws will not be ignored. There are real and escalating consequences for those who choose not to comply. I commend our By-law Enforcement Officers whose dedication drives these results. Residents are seeing the difference, and we are only getting started.”
“Since the Enforcement Operational Review, we have made significant progress in transforming how By-law Enforcement operates in Brampton,” said Regional Councillor Rowena Santos, Chair of Legislative Services.
“This proactive approach is building stronger neighbourhoods, improving quality of life, and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”
Robert Higgs, Director of Enforcement and By-law Services, added:
“We have raised the bar on how we serve the community, and we will continue to improve how we educate, enforce and engage with residents to make Brampton a safer, more livable city for everyone.”
Brampton’s by-laws are designed to create a safe, healthy, and respectful community. The City remains committed to completing the remaining recommendations of the review and building a modern, proactive, and community-focused enforcement system.
For more information about by-law services in Brampton, visit: www.brampton.ca/bylaws