Property maintenance — Coldstream, British Columbia

What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?

In the District Municipality of Coldstream, British Columbia, property maintenance rules are set by Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1129, 1993 (consolidated to Feb 28, 2022), verified 2026-10-26. Standards: Water, rubbish, noxious offensive unwholesome matter; unsightly property; graffiti; brush, trees, noxious weeds; destructive insects. Enforcement: Municipality may enter and effect removal at expense of defaulting owner or occupier; unpaid charge added to taxes.

Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1129, 1993 (consolidated to Feb 28, 2022) adopted bylaw

standards	Water, rubbish, noxious offensive unwholesome matter; unsightly property; graffiti; brush, trees, noxious weeds; destructive insects.	s. 3(1), s. 3(3), s. 3(4), s. 4(1), s. 4(2), s. 4(3)
enforcement	Municipality may enter and effect removal at expense of defaulting owner or occupier; unpaid charge added to taxes.	s. 5

scout note

Prohibits unsightly premises (rubbish, graffiti, derelict items) in the District; inspector orders cleanup at owner's cost; fine $100 to $2,000; repeals Rubbish Regulation Bylaw 402 (1963).

Bylaw Directory

Bylaw listing (7 pages checked); no solid waste bylaw.

Wildlife Feeding and Attractant Regulation Bylaw No. 1828, 2023

Bans feeding wildlife and regulates attractants (food waste, refuse); supporting only.

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