What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Village of Veteran, Alberta, standards: Prohibited: grass/weeds >7 inches, litter/debris accumulation, animal excrement, dilapidated structures, >1 unregistered vehicle, RV in front yard except on approved driveway; enforcement: Verbal/written warning, violation tag or ticket, Order to remedy; non-compliance allows Village to execute order at owner's cost, expenses added to tax roll. Source: #555-23 Unsightly Premises Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.
#555-23 Unsightly Premises Bylaw
adopted bylaw
standards
Prohibited: grass/weeds >7 inches, litter/debris accumulation, animal excrement, dilapidated structures, >1 unregistered vehicle, RV in front yard except on approved driveway
s. 3(1); s. 4(2); s. 5(2); s. 6(1); s. 8(1); s. 8(2)
enforcement
Verbal/written warning, violation tag or ticket, Order to remedy; non-compliance allows Village to execute order at owner's cost, expenses added to tax roll
s. 10(4); s. 10(7)(b); "expenses incurred by the Village will become an amount owing"
scout note
Regulates and enforces standards for maintaining premises free of unsightly or hazardous conditions.