What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the City of Trail, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits building material accumulation without permit/storage; derelict vehicles not registered/licensed/insured or incapable of movement; filth/discarded materials/rubbish; grass lawn over 15 centimeters on developed property; graffiti visible from public place; garbage not in covered receptacle; unsightly structures; enforcement: Demand Letter within 14 days, then Removal Order within 30 days; City enters at owner's expense after 30 days; costs added to tax roll if unpaid December 31. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw (Consolidated July 2018), verified 2026-06-08.
Unsightly Premises Bylaw (Consolidated July 2018)
adopted bylaw
standards
Prohibits building material accumulation without permit/storage; derelict vehicles not registered/licensed/insured or incapable of movement; filth/discarded materials/rubbish; grass lawn over 15 centimeters on developed property; graffiti visible from public place; garbage not in covered receptacle; unsightly structures
s. 2.1, s. 2.3
enforcement
Demand Letter within 14 days, then Removal Order within 30 days; City enters at owner's expense after 30 days; costs added to tax roll if unpaid December 31
s. 4.1, s. 4.2, s. 5.1, s. 5.3
scout note
Consolidated bylaw prohibiting unsightly property conditions within the City of Trail.