What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Town of Mayerthorpe, Alberta, standards: Nuisance prohibited on land including excessive accumulation of materials, weeds higher than 15 centimeters, offensive odors, unauthorized storage, or vegetation interfering with public works.; enforcement: CAO may issue order to remedy contravention. Town may take action if non-compliant. Offence liable to fine not exceeding $10,000.00.; standards: Prohibits unsightly premises, junked vehicles, front yard storage, residential heavy equipment use, safety hazards; requires structures/fences in good repair.; enforcement: Written order to remedy contravention; Town may take action at Owner's expense if non-compliant; fines imposed for offences.. Source: 1076 Property Maintenance Bylaw; 1077 Unsightly Premise Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
1076 Property Maintenance Bylaw
adopted bylaw
standards
Nuisance prohibited on land including excessive accumulation of materials, weeds higher than 15 centimeters, offensive odors, unauthorized storage, or vegetation interfering with public works.
s. 7, s. 8
enforcement
CAO may issue order to remedy contravention. Town may take action if non-compliant. Offence liable to fine not exceeding $10,000.00.
s. 22, s. 17(1)
scout note
Requires property owners to maintain their properties in a clean and safe condition, addressing dilapidated structures and debris in Mayerthorpe.
1077 Unsightly Premise Bylaw
adopted bylaw
standards
Prohibits unsightly premises, junked vehicles, front yard storage, residential heavy equipment use, safety hazards; requires structures/fences in good repair.
s. 4.2-4.7
enforcement
Written order to remedy contravention; Town may take action at Owner's expense if non-compliant; fines imposed for offences.
s. 5.10(1), 5.10(2)(d), 5.5
scout note
Prohibits unsightly and untidy premises within Mayerthorpe, regulating overgrown vegetation, refuse, and nuisance conditions on private property.