Richmond rolls out 30 km/h speed limits across nearly 500 kilometres of residential streets

Richmond is installing 30 km/h speed limits on local residential roads across the city, with sign installation underway and expected to take about three months to complete. The new limits will apply to nearly 500 kilometres of roadway across nearly 50 neighbourhoods once signs are in place.

The City of Richmond formally adopted the bylaw amendment on June 8, 2026, establishing the lower speeds to create safer, calmer streets. Mayor Malcolm Brodie said in a statement that the move supports residents who walk, cycle, and travel to school, parks, and nearby destinations on these roads. "We're asking drivers to slow down and follow the lower speed limits in residential neighbourhoods," Brodie said. "It's an important step to help support those daily trips and the quality of life in our communities."

The city has already implemented 30 km/h limits in several neighbourhoods including Hamilton, Steveston, Burkeville, Barnes/Flury, and Princess/London. Some arterial and perimeter roads will remain at 50 km/h, including Westminster Highway, Granville Avenue, and River Road.

The new speed limits are not enforceable until signs are installed in each area. The rollout supports Richmond's broader transportation safety goals, including safer conditions for people walking and cycling. Vancouver rolled out a similar Neighbourhood Slow Zone Program on local streets.