Bye-laws are made through delegated legislation. This means that an authority or body is given the power to make laws or regulations within a specific area, usually granted to them by a higher legislative body, such as a national or state parliament. In the case of bye-laws, this power is often delegated to local authorities, such as city councils, to regulate matters within their jurisdiction. The process for making bye-laws typically involves public consultation, drafting and approval by the relevant authority or body, and publication. Bye-laws are typically enforceable in the same way as laws passed by a national or state parliament.