What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the City of Dawson, Yukon, standards: No untidy/unsightly land from graffiti or accumulation of lumber, paper, appliances, tires, scrap metal, waste; no junked vehicles; no dilapidated buildings; no open excavations; enforcement: Bylaw officer written order to remedy within specified time; if non-compliant, City does work at owner's expense, recoverable by civil action or added to tax roll; fines: up to $2,000 (Criminal Code) or $500 (Summary Convictions Act); continuing offence up to $500/day. Source: Property Maintenance & Nuisance Abatement Bylaw No. 07-03 (as amended by 08-04), verified 2026-06-04.
No untidy/unsightly land from graffiti or accumulation of lumber, paper, appliances, tires, scrap metal, waste; no junked vehicles; no dilapidated buildings; no open excavations
Part II ss. 1-7
enforcement
Bylaw officer written order to remedy within specified time; if non-compliant, City does work at owner's expense, recoverable by civil action or added to tax roll
Part IV ss. 4, 7, 9
fine range
up to $2,000 (Criminal Code) or $500 (Summary Convictions Act); continuing offence up to $500/day
Part IV s. 11(2)
scout note
City of Dawson bylaw regulating proper maintenance of property and abatement of nuisances affecting neighbourhood safety, health, welfare and amenity. As amended by Bylaw 08-04.