What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?

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In the Township of Madawaska Valley, Ontario, standards: Yards must be free of litter, rubbish, debris, waste, wrecked vehicles, machinery; grass/weeds trimmed; accessory buildings/fences in good repair.; enforcement: Officer issues notice and order; if non-compliant, municipality may demolish or repair at owner's expense, with costs added to tax roll.. Source: By-law 2007-36 - Property Standards By-law, verified 2026-06-09.

standards	Yards must be free of litter, rubbish, debris, waste, wrecked vehicles, machinery; grass/weeds trimmed; accessory buildings/fences in good repair.	s. 4.1(a), s. 4.1(b), s. 4.1(c), s. 4.2(a)
enforcement	Officer issues notice and order; if non-compliant, municipality may demolish or repair at owner's expense, with costs added to tax roll.	s. 5.5(b)(i) and "shall apply the cost of the repairs or demolition...to the Collectors Roll of Taxes"

Property maintenance — Madawaska Valley, Ontario