Regina Property Maintenance Bylaw 2008-48
The intent of this bylaw is to safe guard residents from unsafe, untidy, or unkempt homes in their neighbourhood and to mitigate harms posed by fire, vermin or health hazards. Issues related to structure of the home, ventilation, and the overall condition of the interior and exterior of the home are outlined. In addition, concerns about homes that are used in the manufacturing of controlled substances are addressed under this bylaw.
For more information or to review the Regina Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 2008-48 visit the City of Regina website.
Clean Property Bylaw 9881
The intent of this bylaw is to address issues related to snow removal, litter, or graffiti.
For more information or to review the Regina Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 9881 call 777-7000 or visit the City of Regina website.
Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN)
The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods legislation is intended to improve safety in communities by targeting, and if necessary, shutting down residential and commercial buildings that are used for illegal activities. Through the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act, there is a process for the public to report problems of residential or commercial property that are habitually used for criminal activity.
For more information on reporting a suspicious property, please call 1-866-51-SAFER (1-866-517-2337) or visit the SCAN website.
Grow Op addresses attended by RPS officers from 2007 to 2010
Risks & Signs:
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Cables running to and from odd places and usually along the walkway or ground can be an indication of a grow operation. 
Additional rooftop venting is often required for a grow operation. Build up of ice around the ventilation stack is a useful indicator for a grow operation. 
In many cases, rental property is used for marihuana grow operations. Persons involved in these activities often alter the structure of the home to conceal illegal wiring or power connections. In addition, excessive moisture breeds molds which can damage your health as well as the structure of the home. Damage to the roof is also common from mold or additional venting. Wood stairs or framing can rot from the mold and moisture. This can include, but is not limited to, wall studs and floor joists. 
In many cases, rental property is used for marihuana grow operations. Persons involved in these activities often alter the structure of the home to conceal illegal wiring or power connections. In addition, excessive moisture breeds molds which can damage your health as well as the structure of the home. Damage to the roof is also common from mold or additional venting. Wood stairs or framing can rot from the mold and moisture. This can include, but is not limited to, wall studs and floor joists. 
Persons involved in marihuana grow operations are more likely to be victims of home invasion, robbery, and other crimes. In addition, individuals involved in the illegal cultivation, consumption, sale, or distribution of marihuana or other drugs may feel it necessary to arm themselves or their property for protection from other criminals. Mistaken addresses or locations may increase the risk of harm or victimization for those persons who live in the same neighbourhood as the grow operation. 
There is often a high level of moisture or condensation which breeds various kinds of mold in the home which is also hazardous to a person’s health. Pollen released from the plants can also trigger allergic reactions in some people. Chemical build up of chemicals or fertilizers used to grow the plants can become toxic when they are not vented. Venting of the fumes in the home through hot water heaters, fireplaces, or furnaces is common practice of individuals involved in marihuana grow operations. The release of fumes into the community or into the home can be toxic. Chemical build up of chemicals or fertilizers used to grow the plants can become toxic when they are not vented. Venting of the fumes in the home through hot water heaters, fireplaces, or furnaces is common practice of individuals involved in marihuana grow operations. The release of fumes into the community or into the home can be toxic.
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