Fraser Valley
Asbestos and hazardous materials abatement in the Fraser Valley
Fraser Valley projects follow the same WorkSafeBC rules as Metro Vancouver, but local permits and disposal differ. Chilliwack requires a Verification of Hazardous Risk Assessment form for demolition permits, and asbestos waste from much of the Fraser Valley Regional District goes to local landfills such as Bailey (Chilliwack), not the Vancouver Landfill.
- Occupied facilitiesContained work areas, phasing planned with you to limit disruption
- UA Local 170Signatory contractor
- Trained and certified crewsOn every asbestos abatement job
- InsuredInsurance certificates available on request.
Travel: Fraser Valley projects are served from our New Westminster office; travel may be priced into the quote.
Do Fraser Valley cities have their own hazmat permit rules?
Chilliwack demolition permits require the standard application plus a completed Verification of Hazardous Risk Assessment form, and the City states it “does not require or accept receipt of asbestos abatement reports” (City of Chilliwack). For other Fraser Valley municipalities, check with your city's building department; WorkSafeBC's survey rule (OHS s. 20.112) applies everywhere in BC.
Where does asbestos waste from Fraser Valley projects go?
- Bailey Landfill (Chilliwack) accepts asbestos waste from listed FVRD areas, including the City of Chilliwack, Harrison Hot Springs and Kent/Agassiz. Contractors must show a manifest proving origin, hold a hazardous waste transport licence and complete a declaration form, and are limited to 20 bags per originating property per day and 100 per year. All vermiculite is treated as asbestos waste (City of Chilliwack).
- The Vancouver Landfill accepts asbestos only from within Metro Vancouver (City of Vancouver), which matters for FVRD jobs.
Services in Fraser Valley
Fraser Valley FAQs
Can I take asbestos from a Fraser Valley Regional District project to the Vancouver Landfill?
No. The Vancouver Landfill accepts commercial asbestos waste only from within Metro Vancouver (City of Vancouver).
What does Chilliwack need for a demolition permit?
The standard application plus a completed Verification of Hazardous Risk Assessment form (City of Chilliwack).
How many bags of asbestos can a contractor bring to Bailey Landfill?
Up to 20 bags per originating property per day and 100 per year, with a manifest, transport licence and declaration (City of Chilliwack).
General information, not legal advice. Requirements depend on your project; confirm with WorkSafeBC, your municipality or a qualified professional.
Planning work in an older building?
Book a Site Consultation and we'll walk the scope, the schedule and the building with you.
Prefer email? admin@bowfinn.com