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VILLAGE
OF ALERT
BAY UNSIGHTLY
PREMISES
BYLAW
REVIEW
2020
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Proposed Regulation
Example
Introduction
The purpose of an Unsightly Premises Bylaw is to ensure that properties are maintained in a safe,
clean, and hazard-free environment. The previous bylaw dates back to 1971 and no longer
re?ects the current needs of the community. The purpose of this information sheet is to inform
Alert Bay residents of the new proposed regulations and how these regulations may affect their
current property.
General Regulations
The following table outlines the proposed regulations in the bylaw by topic, followed by an
example of what would constitute a violation. The table is designed to be an introductory
overview of the regulations; therefore, residents are encouraged to read the proposed Unsightly
Premises Bylaw for more information on any given topic.
Graf?ti
No graf?ti may be permitted on a
building or structure
Unsightly
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No property should accumulate ?lth,
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discarded materials, or refuse
0
A commercial establishment that stores
derelict vehicles as a part of their
business may be exempt
Refuse &
No refuse to accumulate on or around the
Litter Control
property
0
No throwing bottles, broken glass, or
other refuse in an open place
Derelict
0
Derelict vehicles and boats cannot be
Vehicles,
stored or accumulate on a property unless
Boats & Other
it is enclosed in a garage or carport
Items
VILLAGE
OF ALERT
BAY UNSIGHTLY
PREMISES
BYLAW
REVIEW
2020
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Topic
Proposed Regulation
Example
Plants, Weeds,
and Lawn
Overgrowth
Weeds carmot accumulate on or around a
property
Lawn cannot grow beyond the prevailing
standard in the neighbourhood or 25.4cm
in height
Trees branches,hedges, and bushes
cannot grow to be a hazard to people or
ublic
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Fences &
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Fences abutting a highway cannot fall
Retaining
into disrepair
Walls
0
If an owner has livestock, a fence must
be installed to prevent them from
straying onto the highway
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Retaining walls must be in good repair
and free from hazards
Boulevards &
Sidewalks
Structural
Integrity
No damage should be done to the
boulevard or any plants, fences, or
lighting placed along the boulevard.
Boulevards should be kept free of
noxious weeds, lawn overgrowth, and
overhanging trees or shrubs
Sidewalks should be kept clean and clear
of snow, ice, or dirt
Buildings must provide suf?cient
structural integrity to sustain safely
through normal use
Foundation walls must be maintained in
good repair and inhibit moisture and
Water from entering the building
VILLAGE
OF ALERT
BAY UNSIGHTLY
PREMISES
BYLAW
REVIEW
2020
Topic
Proposed Regulation
Example
Drainage
All surface water must be drained and
not result in water entering the building
or basement
Water carmot pond unless the ponding
occurs naturally or is a component of an
approved storm water management plan
An excavation area left after a building
has been demolished cannot remain ?lled
with Water
Eavestroughs, downspouts, and roof
drains should be kept in good repair and
free from leaks
Demolition
0
All debris and material must be removed
Sites
after demolition has taken place
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Any basement or other excavation should
be restored to lot grade
Feedback
You can submit your comments and concerns by:
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Mailing or dropping off a letter to the Village Of?ce before January
11, 2021
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Emailing a letter to
before January
11, 2021
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