‘It’s always been about safety’: Brampton cracking down on landlord licensing noncompliance, illegal parking

Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown emphasized enforcing the Residential Rental Licensing (RRL) program, requiring landlords in five wards to register and comply with safety standards. To encourage compliance, the city is waiving the $300 registration fee for 2025 and providing free smoke alarms. Expanded bylaw enforcement, with 40 new staff, is addressing illegal rentals, parking violations, and property standards issues. The city is also increasing parking fines by 50% for repeat offenses like obstructing traffic and exceeding time limits. Officials stress that these measures prioritize public safety and community well-being.