What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the City of London, Ontario, standards: Refuse, prohibited plants, graffiti prohibited on land; lawn >20cm, vegetative growth >0.9m in visibility triangles, unenclosed excavations, water >30cm deep, and unmaintained outdoor furniture/pool water prohibited.; enforcement: Officer may issue Work Order or Order to Discontinue Activity; Director may do work at owner's expense, recover costs by action or adding to tax roll; administrative monetary penalty available.. Source: Yard and Lot Maintenance By-law - PW-15, verified 2026-06-09.
Yard and Lot Maintenance By-law - PW-15
adopted bylaw
standards
Refuse, prohibited plants, graffiti prohibited on land; lawn >20cm, vegetative growth >0.9m in visibility triangles, unenclosed excavations, water >30cm deep, and unmaintained outdoor furniture/pool water prohibited.
s. 2.2, s. 2.3, s. 3.1–s. 3.10
enforcement
Officer may issue Work Order or Order to Discontinue Activity; Director may do work at owner's expense, recover costs by action or adding to tax roll; administrative monetary penalty available.
s. 5.3, s. 5.7, s. 5.10, s. 5.13
scout note
Regulates maintenance of yards and lots, including refuse, debris, vegetation, and conditions that affect neighbourhood safety or appearance.