Construction near your home can help your neighbourhood become more attractive in the future. In the short-term, it can be inconvenient. You may notice noise from trucks and equipment, temporary lane or sidewalk closures, more traffic, and some dust. This page explains what contractors must do while working nearby and what to do if you have concerns about your property.
Contractor responsibilities
Contractors working near your home must:
- Keep the site safe and follow provincial workplace safety rules
- Post signs with their name and contact information
- Manage waste so it doesn’t blow off-site
- Protect nearby properties, trees, and infrastructure
- Repair or reimburse for any property damage caused
The City does not inspect private property or award damages. If your property is damaged, get in touch with the contractor directly.
Damage to public property
The City collects damage deposits when permits are issued for demolition and new construction. These deposits help cover repairs to public infrastructure if damage occurs.
Permits
Construction and demolition permits are not required to be posted on-site, but you can look them up using our free permit search tool.
Trucks and construction equipment create noise. Work that creates loud noise within 150 m of a home is only allowed during these times:
- Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Weekends & holidays: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Learn more about noise complaints and the Neighbourhood Liveability By-law.
With every construction project there will be waste materials. Contractors must:
- Provide enough garbage and recycling bins
- Keep waste contained so it doesn’t spill or blow off-site
- Empty bins as needed
Contractors must keep worksites safe and follow provincial safety rules, including:
- Providing protective equipment
- Stabilizing excavations and trenches
- Using fall protection
- Testing and removing asbestos
Signage is required by the Province of Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health. Signs must show the contractor’s name and a phone number for safety concerns.
If trucks or equipment block a street, lane, or sidewalk, a use of streets permit is required from the Public Works department.
Reporting concerns and emergencies
If you believe a worksite is unsafe, you can report it anonymously:
- phone: 204-957-7233
- email: wshcompl@gov.mb.ca
Call 911 if there is an immediate threat to people or property, such as a fire, a medical emergency, or damage that puts someone in danger.
Call the police non‑emergency line at 204-986-6222 to report suspicious activity or a crime that is not in progress. The non-emergency police line should only be used for police-related matters.
- For city services, dial 3-1-1
- Submit a 311 service request for general concerns
- For Community, Social Health and Government services, dial 2-1-1
Related links
Permit search
Look up construction and demolition permits for your area.
Public notices
View current development applications in your area, including variances, conditional uses, and rezonings.
Housing inspections
Learn about inspections for single- and two-family homes.
Commercial inspections
Information on inspections for multi-unit residential and commercial buildings.
311 City services
Report, apply/register, pay, or view/find information about popular City services, programs, and activities.
Road construction & closures
Find current road construction projects and street closures that may affect your travel.