What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Township of James, Ontario, standards: Prohibits undesirable material, grass or weeds exceeding 20 centimeters (8 inches), and unusable or wrecked vehicles on property.; enforcement: Officer may issue Order; Township may do work at owner's cost, added to tax roll; fines up to $25,000 or $50,000.. Source: By-Law 24-04 — Clean Yards, verified 2026-06-09.
By-Law 24-04 — Clean Yards
adopted bylaw
standards
Prohibits undesirable material, grass or weeds exceeding 20 centimeters (8 inches), and unusable or wrecked vehicles on property.
s. 4.5, s. 4.6, s. 4.10
enforcement
Officer may issue Order; Township may do work at owner's cost, added to tax roll; fines up to $25,000 or $50,000.
s. 7.5, s. 6.1, s. 9.1, s. 9.8
scout note
Official signed clean-yards by-law setting minimum property standards for litter, waste, motor vehicles, refuse, compost, recyclable material, and appliances.