What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the County municipality of Colchester, Nova Scotia, standards: Every owner must maintain property so it does not constitute Dangerous or Unsightly Premises as defined in s. 3(d) of the MGA; enforcement: Council follows Part XV of the MGA; Order to remedy (30 days first order, 7 days subsequent); Administrator/third party may perform work at owner's cost per s. 348 MGA; fines: First offence $500-$1,000; second $1,000-$2,500; third or subsequent $2,500-$5,000 (default imprisonment up to 30 days). Source: Dangerous or Unsightly Procedures By-law — Chapter 21, verified 2026-06-05.
Dangerous or Unsightly Procedures By-law — Chapter 21
adopted bylaw
standards
Every owner must maintain property so it does not constitute Dangerous or Unsightly Premises as defined in s. 3(d) of the MGA
s. 3.1
enforcement
Council follows Part XV of the MGA; Order to remedy (30 days first order, 7 days subsequent); Administrator/third party may perform work at owner's cost per s. 348 MGA
s. 4.1; s. 5.2; s. 6.1
fine range
First offence $500-$1,000; second $1,000-$2,500; third or subsequent $2,500-$5,000 (default imprisonment up to 30 days)
s. 9.1
scout note
Regulates dangerous or unsightly premises, property maintenance, and enforcement procedures. Second Reading September 25, 2024.