Local government laws are known as "bye-laws." Bye-laws are a set of laws and regulations made by a local authority, such as a city council or a town board, to govern the local area. These laws are specific to the local area and address issues such as public health, sanitation, noise pollution, and land use. Bye-laws are typically made in accordance with the provisions of an Act of Parliament or other higher legal authority, and they are enforced by local government officials.