What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, standards: Owner must maintain buildings to minimum standards; yards kept free of rubbish/debris, hazards, tall grass/weeds; no discarded/dismantled/abandoned vehicles stored in yard; enforcement: Building Official issues Order to Remedy; on failure, summary offence ticket per day, or Town applies to Supreme Court for life-safety threats; fines: $100-$5,000 and in default imprisonment up to 30 days. Source: Chapter 115 — Minimum Building Standards By-Law, verified 2026-06-05.
Chapter 115 — Minimum Building Standards By-Law
adopted bylaw
standards
Owner must maintain buildings to minimum standards; yards kept free of rubbish/debris, hazards, tall grass/weeds; no discarded/dismantled/abandoned vehicles stored in yard
s. 23; s. 24
enforcement
Building Official issues Order to Remedy; on failure, summary offence ticket per day, or Town applies to Supreme Court for life-safety threats
s. 7; s. 28(4); s. 28(5)
fine range
$100-$5,000 and in default imprisonment up to 30 days
s. 29(1)
scout note
Sets minimum building/property standards for buildings in the Town of Bridgewater (MGA s.181), addressing property maintenance.