Maple Ridge sits at the northeastern edge of Metro Vancouver where suburban development meets the wilderness of Golden Ears Provincial Park. From the established neighbourhoods of Haney and Albion to the modern communities of Silver Valley and Thornhill, Maple Ridge homeowners invest in outdoor spaces that make the most of BC's best backyard setting.
The terrain here ranges from the Fraser River floodplain in the south to the rolling foothills of Golden Ears in the north. Silver Valley has meaningful grade changes that demand proper retaining wall engineering. Albion's family-oriented lots are ripe for paver patio and artificial turf upgrades. The rural properties of Whonnock and Webster's Corners need large-scale hardscaping that handles both function and scale.
Maple Ridge gets more precipitation than the Fraser Valley floor due to mountain lift. That means proper drainage, freeze-thaw base preparation, and materials built for BC's wet winters are essential — not optional. We design every project around Maple Ridge's specific conditions.
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Local Regulations You Should Know
Fences on Retaining Walls — Must Be Separate Structures
Fences on retaining walls are permitted but must be separate from the wall structure (§403.9(9)) — a design consideration on every terraced wall. For reference, front yard fences max out at 1.2m and rear/side fences at 2.0m.
Source: Zoning Bylaw 7600-2019, §405.4
Retaining Wall Permits — Strictest in the Region
Walls over 0.6m exposed height require a permit — the strictest threshold in our coverage area. Walls over 1.0m or tiered walls less than 3.0m apart require structural and geotechnical engineering. Wood walls are capped at 0.6m and cannot be structural.
Source: Zoning Bylaw §403.9 + Retaining Wall Guide (2022)
Tree Protection
All trees with 20cm+ diameter are protected. Critical root zone is calculated at 18× the trunk diameter — the largest protection zone in our area. Penalty up to $10,000 per tree. We plan around protected trees on every project.
Source: Tree Protection Bylaw 7133-2015
Permit Fees in Maple Ridge
| Permit Type | Estimated Fee |
|---|---|
| Retaining Wall Permit (≤1.0m) | ~$150–$300 |
| Retaining Wall Permit (>1.0m, engineered) | ~$300–$600 + engineering |
| Building Permit (general) | Based on project value |
| Tree Removal Permit | $100 + $600/replacement tree |
Fees are approximate and may change. Contact 604-467-7311 for current rates.
What We Build in Maple Ridge
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