Learn about the structure and function of the Legal, Bylaw & Risk Services Department.

Department overview

Legal, Bylaw & Risk Services provides key legal, risk management, and bylaw functions that support the overall operations and governance of the City.

Our department includes the following divisions:

Legal Services

Legal Services is responsible for providing legal services and advice to the City on matters associated with the City.

City Solicitor
Philip Huynh
Phone: 604-591-4487

Risk Management

Risk Management provides services to other departments within the City regarding:

  • Risk
  • Claims
  • Litigation
  • Loss control

Manager, Risk Services
Carlos Caceres, BA, FCIP
Phone: 604-591-4738

Bylaw & Licensing Services

Bylaw & Licensing Services is responsible for:

  • Enforcement of regulatory bylaws
  • Issuance of business licenses
  • Animal control functions and operation of the Surrey Animal Resource Centre
  • Parking enforcement
  • Corporate security services, which are in part delivered by contractors at City sites

Using both complaints from the public and a proactive approach, enforcement staff focus on working with property owners to gain compliance for safety, maintenance, beautification and livability issues within the community.

Email: bylawcomplaint@surrey.ca

Director, Bylaw & Licensing Services
Jas Johal
Phone: 604-591-4370

Contacts

City Solicitor
Philip Huynh
Phone: 604-591-4487