What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Summer Village of West Cove, Alberta, standards: No nuisances, unsightly premises, scrap metal, derelict vehicles, front yard storage in residential zones, heavy equipment storage/repair, safety hazard structures, or failure to maintain Good Repair; enforcement: CAO may issue written order to remedy, stop, remove or demolish; Village may act at Owner's expense if non-compliant; fines from $150 minimum. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw 431-16, verified 2026-06-08.
Unsightly Premises Bylaw 431-16
adopted bylaw
standards
No nuisances, unsightly premises, scrap metal, derelict vehicles, front yard storage in residential zones, heavy equipment storage/repair, safety hazard structures, or failure to maintain Good Repair
"No person shall cause, permit or allow scrap metal or any Derelict Vehicle"
enforcement
CAO may issue written order to remedy, stop, remove or demolish; Village may act at Owner's expense if non-compliant; fines from $150 minimum
"the CAO may, by written order pursuant to Section 545"
scout note
Governs unsightly premises standards in the Summer Village of West Cove. Bylaw 431-16, adopted 2016.