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Concerns about construction work

Is it an emergency concern?	Who to call
Possible danger to someone or a property (example: high winds blowing away construction materials)	9-1-1
Dangerous electrical conditions	BC Hydro 1-888-769-3766
Dangerous plumbing, fire sprinkler, or sewer conditions	Private plumbing contractor

Is it a non-emergency concern?	Who to call
No permits for construction that is in progress or completed Messy construction sites Unsafe construction or building conditions Hazardous materials coming from a demolished building	Is it urgent? Phone 3-1-1 If not, report it online below.
Construction messes in streets and lanes Blocked streets and sidewalks	Phone 3-1-1

Tell the City about your construction concern

You may report the following concerns anonymously:

Unsafe construction or building conditions
No permits for construction that is in progress or completed

View the City's privacy policy

Construction noise

We are working hard to balance Vancouver's positive growth and related construction activity with everyone's need for a comfortable and liveable environment.

Find out the construction hours

Everyone deserves a safe workplace

If you have concerns about unsafe conditions on a construction site that affect worker health and safety, tell WorkSafe BC.

Contact WorkSafe BC