What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Township of North Stormont, Ontario, standards: Land must be free of garbage, refuse, debris, waste, infestation, weeds/grass over 20 cm, hazardous holes, derelict/unlicensed motor vehicles, and improperly stored composting or appliances.; enforcement: Officer may issue an order to remedy within specified time; if not complied with, Township may remedy at owner's expense and recover costs via invoice, court proceedings, or adding to tax roll.. Source: Clean Yards By-law 33-2014, verified 2026-06-09.
Clean Yards By-law 33-2014
adopted bylaw
standards
Land must be free of garbage, refuse, debris, waste, infestation, weeds/grass over 20 cm, hazardous holes, derelict/unlicensed motor vehicles, and improperly stored composting or appliances.
s. 3.1(a), s. 3.1(b), s. 3.1(c), s. 7.1
enforcement
Officer may issue an order to remedy within specified time; if not complied with, Township may remedy at owner's expense and recover costs via invoice, court proceedings, or adding to tax roll.
s. 9.6, s. 11.3
scout note
Addresses unkept yards, debris and littering on private property in North Stormont.