Surrey, BC Parking Ticket Dispute Guide (2026)
Surrey is one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada, and parking enforcement has scaled accordingly. Whether it's a City of Surrey bylaw ticket or a private fine from Impark or Diamond, here is how you fight back.
Surrey Parking Hotspots
- Guildford Town Centre: High volume of private parking enforcement for time limit violations.
- Central City Mall / SFU Surrey: Strict enforcement of student and visitor permit zones.
- Surrey Memorial Hospital: Frequent disputes over emergency parking and time extensions.
- Whalley / City Parkway: City bylaw enforcement for stopping and loading zones.
How to Dispute a City of Surrey Ticket
City tickets must be disputed within 14 days to be eligible for a screening review.
- Screening Officer: First level of dispute where an officer reviews your evidence.
- Adjudication: If the screening fails, you can request a formal hearing (a $25 fee applies if you lose).
Dispute Portal: City of Surrey Parking Services
Private Parking Fines (Impark/Diamond)
In BC, private parking "invoices" are not the same as government fines. However, they can be sent to collections.
- The "No Tow" Strategy: If you have unpaid private tickets, avoid parking in their lots as they may tow your vehicle.
- Dispute the Contract: If the signage was unclear or the machine was broken, photograph it immediately.
|A| How long do I have to dispute a parking ticket in Surrey? ||| You have 14 days from the date of issue to request a screening review for City of Surrey bylaw tickets. |||
|A| Do I have to pay private parking tickets in BC? ||| Private tickets are invoices for breach of contract. While they cannot affect your driver's license, they can be sent to collections or result in your car being towed from their private property. |||
|A| Where is the City of Surrey parking office? ||| You can visit the City Hall or manage disputes online via the official Surrey.ca portal. |||