The City of Surrey is implementing a more vigorous approach for registering secondary suites in the city. Starting February 1, 2014 the City will charge homeowners a $1000 penalty if they become aware of an unregistered secondary suite.
There is more information on the City of Surrey web site at
http://www.surrey.ca/city-government/7617.aspx
or you can call the Property Tax and Utility Department at 604-591-4181.