Property maintenance — Coquitlam, British Columbia
What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the City of Coquitlam, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits unsightly property, rubbish accumulation, unmowed grass in excess of 15 centimetres, graffiti, dilapidated fences, or storage of inoperable vehicles.; enforcement: City may issue notice to remedy, enter property to effect compliance at person's expense, add costs to taxes, or prosecute.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw Number 3213, 1998, verified 2026-06-08.
Unsightly Premises Bylaw Number 3213, 1998
adopted bylaw
standards
Prohibits unsightly property, rubbish accumulation, unmowed grass in excess of 15 centimetres, graffiti, dilapidated fences, or storage of inoperable vehicles.
s. 3; s. 4; s. 5; s. 6.1
enforcement
City may issue notice to remedy, enter property to effect compliance at person's expense, add costs to taxes, or prosecute.
s. 8; s. 9.1; s. 9.2; s. 11.1
scout note
Requires property owners to maintain premises free from unsightly conditions including debris, junk, and overgrown vegetation.