What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Town of Golden, British Columbia, standards: Property must not be unsightly or accumulate rubbish, weeds, water. Limits apply to unlicensed or derelict vehicles. Grass height must not exceed 30 centimetres.; enforcement: Officer may issue order. Town may cleanup at owner's cost plus $100 per ten days admin charge. Costs collected as debt or taxes. Fine up to $10,000.. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1287, 2011, verified 2026-06-08.
| standards | Property must not be unsightly or accumulate rubbish, weeds, water. Limits apply to unlicensed or derelict vehicles. Grass height must not exceed 30 centimetres. | s. 2(2); s. 3(4); s. 4(1)(a) |
| enforcement | Officer may issue order. Town may cleanup at owner's cost plus $100 per ten days admin charge. Costs collected as debt or taxes. Fine up to $10,000. | s. 5(2); s. 7(2); s. 7(3); s. 8(5) |
Establishes property maintenance standards to address unsightly premises in Golden.