Property maintenance — Stratford, Prince Edward Island
What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Town of Stratford, Prince Edward Island, standards: No unsightly property: litter, dilapidated building, derelict motor vehicle, or grass exceeding 200 mm (8 in) (except agricultural/wildlife habitat); no dangerous building or dangerous property; enforcement: Inspector issues notice (compliance <=30 days); on non-compliance Council may authorize entry to carry out work; cost charged to owner as a lien on the property. Source: Dangerous and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 22, verified 2026-06-03.
Dangerous and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 22
adopted bylaw
standards
No unsightly property: litter, dilapidated building, derelict motor vehicle, or grass exceeding 200 mm (8 in) (except agricultural/wildlife habitat); no dangerous building or dangerous property
s. 5, 2(o)
enforcement
Inspector issues notice (compliance <=30 days); on non-compliance Council may authorize entry to carry out work; cost charged to owner as a lien on the property
s. 9, 10
scout note
Town of Stratford bylaw regulating dangerous and unsightly premises. Verified title page: 'A bylaw regulating dangerous and unsightly premises in the Town of Stratford'. Defines dangerous buildings and unsightly property; made under the Charlottetown Area Municipalities Act.