What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
City of Lethbridge has 2 adopted bylaws on file, verified against the original documents on 2026-06-08.
| standards | Property not in keeping with surrounding properties within a one block radius, of similar zoning, detrimental to surrounding area because of unsightly condition. | s. 3(1) |
| enforcement | Designated Officer may issue written direction or order. City may take actions, collect unpaid costs, add to tax roll. | s. 4, s. 5, s. 7 |
Sets standards for property condition within the City of Lethbridge, regulating unsightly or hazardous premises.
| standards | Owner or occupant shall control noxious weeds and destroy prohibited noxious weeds on land owned or occupied, including highway portion to midpoint. | s. 6, s. 7 |
| enforcement | Inspector may take action to fulfil notice requirements; expenses incurred are a debt due recoverable as property taxes or via court order. | s. 28, s. 34, s. 37 |
Requires property owners to control noxious weeds and destroy prohibited noxious weeds. Consolidated June 2, 2025.