Property maintenance — Colwood, British Columbia

What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?

In the City of Colwood, British Columbia, standards: No accumulation of rubbish, filth, graffiti, building materials, construction waste; no unsightly growth including untended brush, noxious weeds.; enforcement: Owner issued order to remove; if non-compliant, City enters and effects removal at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes in arrears.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw - Consolidated, verified 2026-06-08.

Unsightly Premises Bylaw - Consolidated adopted bylaw
standards No accumulation of rubbish, filth, graffiti, building materials, construction waste; no unsightly growth including untended brush, noxious weeds. ss. 4, 5, 6
enforcement Owner issued order to remove; if non-compliant, City enters and effects removal at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes in arrears. s. 7(a)(b)(c)
scout note

Regulates maintenance of property appearance and prohibits unsightly conditions on premises in the City of Colwood.

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