{ "topic": "property-maintenance", "label": "Property maintenance", "question": "What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "country": "CA", "source": "https://govanswers.org/ca/bc/property-maintenance/", "municipalities": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-000001", "name": "100 Mile House", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1017", "document_number": "1017", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/100-mile-house/property-maintenance/bylaw-1017/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of 100 Mile House, British Columbia, prohibited conditions: ['accumulation of building materials', 'unlicensed or inoperable vehicles', 'filth/rubbish/graffiti/garbage not in covered receptacle']; notice required: True; municipality remediation authority: True; cost recovery: True. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000002", "name": "Abbotsford", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbour Bylaw, 2003 No. 1256-2003", "document_number": "1256-2003", "adopted_date": "2003-08-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/abbotsford/property-maintenance/bylaw-1256-2003/", "answer": "In the City of Abbotsford, British Columbia, standards: discarded materials stored outside; inoperable vehicles on landscaped area or dismantled vehicles; accumulation of building materials for more than 15 days without a building permit; uncontrolled/unmanaged vegetation; graffiti visible from public place; grass or weeds over 10 inches in height; noxious weeds; building or structure in disrepair; unsafe, rotting or leaning fences adjacent to a street; enforcement: compliance order issued; City may enter and carry out required work at defaulter's expense; costs recovered as debt or added to property tax roll. Source: Good Neighbour Bylaw, 2003 No. 1256-2003, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000005", "name": "Armstrong", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/armstrong/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/armstrong/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/armstrong/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1829, 2018 (Consolidated to Bylaw No. 1914, 2023)", "document_number": "1829", "adopted_date": "2018-08-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/armstrong/property-maintenance/bylaw-1829/", "answer": "In the City of Armstrong, British Columbia, standards: No owner/occupier/tenant may allow property to become unsightly: accumulated building materials, derelict vehicles, refuse, noxious weeds, grass exceeding 20.32 cm, graffiti, tarps concealing unsightly items.; enforcement: Bylaw Enforcement Officer issues compliance order; if not complied with, City carries out work at owner's cost; unpaid costs added to property tax roll.. Source: Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1829, 2018 (Consolidated to Bylaw No. 1914, 2023), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000007", "name": "Barriere", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/barriere/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/barriere/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/barriere/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Bylaw No. 134", "document_number": "134", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/barriere/property-maintenance/bylaw-134/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Barriere, British Columbia, standards: No owner/occupier shall cause, permit or suffer lands, buildings, structures, ponds, excavations, piles or other things to become a nuisance.; enforcement: District issues written notice to abate; if non-compliant, District may enter and abate at owner/occupier's expense, with unpaid charges added to property taxes as taxes in arrears.; standards: Prohibits unsightly property: rubbish accumulation, filth, graffiti, dilapidated fences/structures, dead landscaping, noxious weeds, insect/rodent infestations, visible discarded materials.; enforcement: Inspector issues Notice with 14-day remedy period; on non-compliance District enters property and effects compliance at owner's/occupant's expense, with costs added to property taxes if unpaid by December 31.. Source: Nuisance Bylaw No. 134; Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 0023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000012", "name": "Cache Creek", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/cache-creek/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/cache-creek/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/cache-creek/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 756", "document_number": "756", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The Village of Cache Creek, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 756, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000014", "name": "Canal Flats", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Village of Canal Flats Unsightly Premise Bylaw No. 179, 2016", "document_number": "179", "adopted_date": "2016-06-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/canal-flats/property-maintenance/bylaw-179/", "answer": "In the Village of Canal Flats, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits accumulation of filth/rubbish, heavy equipment (non-zoned), strewn materials, dead/excessive growth (>15 cm), deteriorating structures, and disorderly recreation vehicles/trailers without adequate screening.; enforcement: Written notice requiring compliance within 30 days; on failure, Council may authorize municipal entry to remedy at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes in arrears.. Source: Village of Canal Flats Unsightly Premise Bylaw No. 179, 2016, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000017", "name": "Chase", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/chase/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/chase/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/chase/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Village of Chase Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 731-2010 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "731-2010", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/chase/property-maintenance/bylaw-731-2010/", "answer": "The Village of Chase, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Village of Chase Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 731-2010 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000018", "name": "Chetwynd", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance & Unsightly Premises, Bylaw No. 912, 2009", "document_number": "912", "adopted_date": "2009-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/chetwynd/property-maintenance/bylaw-912/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Chetwynd, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits rubbish, garbage, stagnant water, overgrown vegetation, unsightly conditions including dilapidated fences, strewn materials, unenclosed vehicle parts, graffiti, hazardous trees.; enforcement: Written notice to remedy; Municipality may perform work at owner's expense after seven (7) days; costs recoverable as debt; maximum fine $10,000.. Source: Property Maintenance & Unsightly Premises, Bylaw No. 912, 2009, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000019", "name": "Chilliwack", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Building Maintenance & Occupancy Standards Bylaw No. 3733", "document_number": "3733", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/chilliwack/property-maintenance/bylaw-3733/", "answer": "In the City of Chilliwack, British Columbia, standards: Yards free from rubbish/debris/noxious weeds; premises free of rodents/mould/dampness; structural soundness, safe egress, heating, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection maintained.; enforcement: Inspector issues Order to Comply (within 14 days, or shorter if hazardous); City may enter and remediate at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes; fines up to $10,000.; standards: Allowing commercial, industrial, or multi-family buildings to stand vacant over 60 days without maintenance and security compliance.; enforcement: City may carry out work at Owner's cost added to tax roll; prosecution liable to penalty not more than $10,000.00.. Source: Building Maintenance & Occupancy Standards Bylaw No. 3733; Vacant Buildings Minimum Maintenance Standards Bylaw 3988, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000023", "name": "Colwood", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/colwood/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/colwood/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/colwood/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw - Consolidated", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/colwood/property-maintenance/unsightly-premises-bylaw-consolidated/", "answer": "In the City of Colwood, British Columbia, standards: No accumulation of rubbish, filth, graffiti, building materials, construction waste; no unsightly growth including untended brush, noxious weeds.; enforcement: Owner issued order to remove; if non-compliant, City enters and effects removal at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes in arrears.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw - Consolidated, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000024", "name": "Comox", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/comox/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/comox/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/comox/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Public Nuisance and Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1652", "document_number": "1652", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/comox/property-maintenance/bylaw-1652/", "answer": "In the Town of Comox, British Columbia, standards: No owner/occupier shall allow refuse, water accumulation, unsanitary conditions, safety-hazard growths, graffiti, or unsightly conditions on property (s. 3(a)–(f)).; enforcement: Bylaw Enforcement Officer may order removal within 14 days; on non-compliance, Town may enter and do work at owner/occupier expense, recovering costs as debt or like property taxes (s. 19–20).. Source: Public Nuisance and Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1652, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000025", "name": "Coquitlam", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw Number 3213, 1998", "document_number": "3213", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/coquitlam/property-maintenance/bylaw-3213/", "answer": "In the City of Coquitlam, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits unsightly property, rubbish accumulation, unmowed grass in excess of 15 centimetres, graffiti, dilapidated fences, or storage of inoperable vehicles.; enforcement: City may issue notice to remedy, enter property to effect compliance at person's expense, add costs to taxes, or prosecute.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw Number 3213, 1998, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000026", "name": "Courtenay", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/courtenay/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/courtenay/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/courtenay/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Abatement and Cost Recovery Bylaw No. 2987, 2019", "document_number": "2987", "adopted_date": "2019-12-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/courtenay/property-maintenance/bylaw-2987/", "answer": "In the City of Courtenay, British Columbia, standards: No person shall cause a nuisance on land owned or occupied or permit land to be used to cause a nuisance.; enforcement: Council may order abatement; City may abate at owner's cost; costs recoverable as debt or taxes; offence liable to fine of not more than $10,000.00 (ten thousand dollars) and not less than $200.00 (two hundred dollars).; standards: Property shall not remain unsightly by accumulation of filth, discarded materials, rubbish or graffiti of any kind.; enforcement: City shall enter and effect removal at expense of person; costs added to taxes if unpaid by December 31st. Offence liable to fine not more than $10,000.00.. Source: Nuisance Abatement and Cost Recovery Bylaw No. 2987, 2019; Prevention of Public Nuisances Bylaw No. 2804, 2014, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000028", "name": "Creston", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/creston/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/creston/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/creston/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/creston/property-maintenance/property-maintenance-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Town of Creston, British Columbia, standards: prohibits accumulation of refuse or water, graffiti, dilapidated or collapsed structures, broken fences, dead or uncontrolled vegetation, inoperative vehicles, and unsightly premises; enforcement: written warning issued; owner has 14 days to respond with remediation plan; municipality may undertake cleanup at owner's expense; costs recovered as taxes in arrears. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000031", "name": "Dawson Creek", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 4190, 2013 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "4190", "adopted_date": "2013-12-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/dawson-creek/property-maintenance/bylaw-4190/", "answer": "The City of Dawson Creek, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 4190, 2013 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000033", "name": "Duncan", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/duncan/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/duncan/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/duncan/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Maintenance of Property Bylaw No. 3058", "document_number": "3058", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/duncan/property-maintenance/bylaw-3058/", "answer": "In the City of Duncan, British Columbia, standards: Yards must be free of filth, discarded materials, derelict vehicles, litter, trash, rubbish that is unsightly or creates health/accident hazard; buildings maintained structurally sound, weather-tight, pest-free.; enforcement: Inspector issues order to Owner; on failure to comply, Council may carry out work at Owner's expense, recovered as debt; unpaid costs added to property taxes in arrears.. Source: Maintenance of Property Bylaw No. 3058, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000035", "name": "Enderby", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/enderby/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/enderby/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/enderby/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No. 1644, 2017 – Safe Premises Bylaw", "document_number": "1644", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/enderby/property-maintenance/bylaw-1644/", "answer": "In the City of Enderby, British Columbia, standards: No owner shall cause or permit a parcel to be used as a Controlled Substance Property; prohibited conditions include unauthorized alterations, hazardous substances, mould accumulation, bypassed meters, and obstructed exits.; enforcement: City may enter and remediate at owner's/occupier's expense, recover costs as a debt, and add unpaid costs to property taxes; fines of $5,000–$10,000 per offence.. Source: Bylaw No. 1644, 2017 – Safe Premises Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000037", "name": "Fernie", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/fernie/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/fernie/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/fernie/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Community Standards Bylaw No. 2456, 2022", "document_number": "2456", "adopted_date": "2022-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/fernie/property-maintenance/bylaw-2456/", "answer": "In the City of Fernie, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits unsightly conditions, refuse, weeds, overgrown grasses (>20 cm), graffiti, derelict vehicles, and dilapidated structures/fencing visible from public view; enforcement: Written notice to comply; if non-compliance, Council may impose Remedial Action Requirement; City may enter and remedy at owner's cost, recoverable as taxes in arrears. Source: Community Standards Bylaw No. 2456, 2022, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000039", "name": "Fort St. John", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Standards Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/fort-st-john/property-maintenance/property-standards-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Fort St. John, British Columbia, standards: Causing or permitting a Nuisance on owned/occupied Land or public areas; includes unsanitary conditions, loud noise, noxious business, and unauthorized camping.; enforcement: Written Nuisance Abatement Order issued; on non-compliance City abates at Person's expense; costs recoverable as debt or added to property taxes.; standards: No refuse, derelict vehicles, noxious weeds, destructive insects, yard waste outdoors; no graffiti; no overgrown grasses (>20cm); no dilapidated fences/structures; no litter.; enforcement: Inspector issues Weeds, Grass and Litter Order (7 days to comply) or Clean Up Order (30 days); on default Municipality enters and remedies at owner's cost plus 15% admin fee; unpaid costs recoverable as property taxes in arrears.. Source: Nuisance Abatement and Cost Recovery Bylaw; Property Standards Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000041", "name": "Fruitvale", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 845", "document_number": "845", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/fruitvale/property-maintenance/bylaw-845/", "answer": "In the Village of Fruitvale, British Columbia, standards: Prohibited: filth/rubbish accumulation, graffiti, broken fences, grass >20 cm, wrecked vehicles, deteriorated lumber/appliances, unsightly buildings, noxious weeds, offensive growths, noxious insects, unwholesome matter.; enforcement: Written order to remedy within 14 days at owner's expense; Village may enter and do work at owner's cost, recoverable as taxes; immediate remediation if public health/safety concern; fine up to $2,000 per day.. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 845, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000043", "name": "Gold River", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/gold-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/gold-river/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/gold-river/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No 666, 2008 Unsightly Premise Bylaw", "document_number": "666", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/gold-river/property-maintenance/bylaw-666/", "answer": "In the Village of Gold River, British Columbia, standards: Accumulation of filth, rubbish, mechanical equipment, strewn materials, dead landscaping, or structures showing physical decay, neglect, or lack of maintenance.; enforcement: Municipality shall enter property and effect removal at expense of person who failed to comply; costs added to taxes in arrears.. Source: Bylaw No 666, 2008 Unsightly Premise Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000044", "name": "Golden", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/golden/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/golden/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/golden/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1287, 2011", "document_number": "1287", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/golden/property-maintenance/bylaw-1287/", "answer": "In the Town of Golden, British Columbia, standards: Property must not be unsightly or accumulate rubbish, weeds, water. Limits apply to unlicensed or derelict vehicles. Grass height must not exceed 30 centimetres.; enforcement: Officer may issue order. Town may cleanup at owner's cost plus $100 per ten days admin charge. Costs collected as debt or taxes. Fine up to $10,000.. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1287, 2011, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000045", "name": "Grand Forks", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No. 2110 – Unsightly Premises and Nuisance Properties – Consolidated to A1", "document_number": "2110", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/grand-forks/property-maintenance/bylaw-2110/", "answer": "In the City of Grand Forks, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits accumulation of building material, filth, rubbish, graffiti, uncovered garbage, disturbing dust, grass exceeding 18 inches, or structures missing surface materials.; enforcement: City may deliver written notice; if default, City may remove at owner's expense; costs added to taxes; penalty up to $50,000.00.. Source: Bylaw No. 2110 – Unsightly Premises and Nuisance Properties – Consolidated to A1, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000051", "name": "Hope", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/hope/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/hope/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/hope/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Building Maintenance and Occupancy Standards Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2005-10-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/hope/property-maintenance/building-maintenance-and-occupancy-standards-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Hope, British Columbia, standards: All yards and lot areas shall permit adequate access and shall be kept clean and free from rubbish, debris, unattended growth and noxious weeds.; enforcement: Council may authorize its workers or others to enter upon the real property and carry out such work at the expense of the owner or occupier of the real property.. Source: Building Maintenance and Occupancy Standards Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000052", "name": "Houston", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/houston/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/houston/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/houston/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Standards of Maintenance Bylaw No. 1108 (2020)", "document_number": "1108", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/houston/property-maintenance/bylaw-1108/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Houston, British Columbia, enforcement: Fines up to $50,000.00 per offence; each day a violation continues is a separate offence; nuisance abatement charged at $50.00 + actual cost per staff attendance, actual cost + 10% per vehicle usage.; standards: Prohibited: loose or unsecured objects, deterioration, decay, holes, cracks, hazardous obstructions, and rodents, insects, or vermin on buildings and premises.; enforcement: Inspector may serve a ticket or initiate action; offenders liable for a fine of up to $50,000.. Source: Nuisance Bylaw No. 1114 (2021); Standards of Maintenance Bylaw No. 1108 (2020), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000053", "name": "Hudson's Hope", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw 791, 2010", "document_number": "791", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/hudson-s-hope/property-maintenance/bylaw-791/", "answer": "The District Municipality of Hudson's Hope, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Property Maintenance Bylaw 791, 2010; Safe Premises Bylaw 890, 2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000055", "name": "Kamloops", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/kamloops/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kamloops/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/kamloops/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 49-1, 2017", "document_number": "49-1", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/kamloops/property-maintenance/bylaw-49-1/", "answer": "In the City of Kamloops, British Columbia, standards: Property must not become or remain Unsightly, including accumulations of rubbish, weeds, standing water, infestations, or offensive materials visible from public highway or nearby Property.; enforcement: Compliance Order issued; City may enter and abate at owner's cost, added to taxes or recovered as debt.. Source: Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 49-1, 2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000056", "name": "Kaslo", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/kaslo/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kaslo/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/kaslo/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisances and Maintenance and Regulation of Property Bylaw No. 1209", "document_number": "1209", "adopted_date": "2017-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/kaslo/property-maintenance/regulations-1209/", "answer": "In the Village of Kaslo, British Columbia, standards: no stagnant water/rubbish/noxious matter accumulation; no rubbish deposit on highways; no graffiti; no unsightly accumulation; property clear of noxious weeds and noxious insects; enforcement: Village may enter and carry out required work at person's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes as taxes in arrears if unpaid by December 31. Source: Nuisances and Maintenance and Regulation of Property Bylaw No. 1209, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000059", "name": "Keremeos", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/keremeos/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/keremeos/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/keremeos/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 810", "document_number": "810", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/keremeos/property-maintenance/bylaw-810/", "answer": "In the Village of Keremeos, British Columbia, prohibited conditions: ['water/rubbish/noxious matter accumulating on real property', 'graffiti remaining on property', 'accumulation of dead vegetation/noxious weeds', 'storage of derelict vehicles outside enclosed building', 'filth/rubbish visible from highway or nearby property', 'untidy storage of building materials where construction not occurring', 'accumulation of motor vehicle parts']; notice required: True; compliance period days resident: 7; compliance period days non resident: 10. Source: Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 810, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000060", "name": "Kimberley", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/kimberley/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/kimberley/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/kimberley/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2671, 2020 (Part 8 – Property Maintenance)", "document_number": "2671", "adopted_date": "2020-11-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/kimberley/property-maintenance/bylaw-2671/", "answer": "In the City of Kimberley, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits property becoming unsightly, accumulation of filth, rubbish, dead vegetation, derelict vehicles or structures, and grass exceeding 10 centimetres.; enforcement: Compliance Order issued; City may abate at owner's expense; costs recovered as debt or property taxes; fines up to $10,000.. Source: Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2671, 2020 (Part 8 – Property Maintenance), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000062", "name": "Ladysmith", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "1970 Property Maintenance Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/ladysmith/property-maintenance/1970-property-maintenance-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Town of Ladysmith, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits allowing Real Property to become or remain Unsightly (filth, junk, Refuse, Graffiti) or have unkempt weeds likely to spread or be Unsightly.; enforcement: Council may issue written order; if non-compliant within 14 days, Town cleans up at defaulting person's expense; costs recoverable as debt or taxes; fine not more than $10,000.00 and not less than $200.. Source: 1970 Property Maintenance Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000065", "name": "Langford", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/langford/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/langford/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/langford/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Community Standards Bylaw No. 2255", "document_number": "2255", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/langford/property-maintenance/bylaw-2255/", "answer": "In the City of Langford, British Columbia, standards: Owner or Occupier must ensure Property does not become Unsightly, including accumulation of Waste, overgrown grass over 30 centimetres, or physical decay.; enforcement: City may abate nuisance, impose costs as fee, enforce by ticket, bylaw notice, or prosecution.. Source: Community Standards Bylaw No. 2255, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000069", "name": "Lillooet", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/lillooet/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/lillooet/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/lillooet/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Bylaw No. 273, 2006", "document_number": "273", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/lillooet/property-maintenance/bylaw-273/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Lillooet, British Columbia, standards: No owner shall allow unsightly premises: building material accumulation, unlicensed/inoperable vehicles, rubbish/filth/dead animals/appliances, uncovered garbage, noxious weeds, insect infestations, or graffiti.; enforcement: District may enter property and remedy at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes as arrears.. Source: Nuisance Bylaw No. 273, 2006, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000071", "name": "Logan Lake", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 659", "document_number": "659", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/logan-lake/property-maintenance/bylaw-659/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Logan Lake, British Columbia, prohibited conditions: accumulation of filth, discarded materials, rubbish; dismantled vehicles; vegetation exceeding 30 cm; graffiti; unsightly fencing; structural disrepair; vegetation height cm: 30; derelict vehicles: True; enforcement process: Bylaw Officer notice, 14-day remediation period, Council Removal Order, 30-day window, District enters at owner's expense, costs added to taxes. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 659, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000074", "name": "Mackenzie", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Properties (Bylaw 1394/1410)", "document_number": "1394/1410", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/mackenzie/property-maintenance/bylaw-1394-1410/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Mackenzie, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits rubbish, garbage, discarded materials, stagnant water, grass/weeds over 15 cm, derelict vehicles/structures, graffiti visible from public place, and unsightly conditions on real property.; enforcement: Written order issued to owner/occupier; on non-compliance District may enter and remediate at owner's expense; costs recoverable within 30 days, added to tax roll, or treated as debt; fines up to $10,000 per offence, each continuing day a separate offence.. Source: Unsightly Properties (Bylaw 1394/1410), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000075", "name": "Maple Ridge", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007", "document_number": "6533-2007", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/maple-ridge/property-maintenance/bylaw-6533-2007/", "answer": "In the City of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, standards: Accumulation of junk, filth, rubbish, graffiti, derelict vehicles; damaged fences; dead or overgrown landscaping; grass over 30cm; building materials over 15 days.; enforcement: Order to remove contravention within 7-30 days; District may cleanup at owner's cost recoverable as taxes; penalty $1,000-$10,000.. Source: Untidy and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 6533-2007, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000080", "name": "Midway", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/midway/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/midway/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/midway/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw 525 – Property Maintenance and Standards", "document_number": "525", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/midway/property-maintenance/bylaw-525/", "answer": "In the Village of Midway, British Columbia, standards: Rubbish, noxious, offensive or unwholesome material, unsanitary conditions, graffiti, unsightly conditions, and Noxious Weeds must not occur, accumulate or remain on the property.; enforcement: Village may issue Order; if non-compliant, Village may enter to fulfill requirements at expense of Person, recover costs as debt or taxes plus $50 administration fee.. Source: Bylaw 525 – Property Maintenance and Standards, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000084", "name": "Nanaimo", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance and Standards Bylaw (2022 consolidation) No. 7242", "document_number": "7242", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/nanaimo/property-maintenance/bylaw-7242/", "answer": "In the City of Nanaimo, British Columbia, standards: properties with activities that substantially and unreasonably interfere with a person's use and enjoyment of land they occupy; standards: accumulation of filth, rubbish, or discarded materials as well as specific noxious weeds and graffiti; enforcement: City may undertake the work necessary to rectify the matter at the expense of the property owner. Source: Nuisance Property Bylaw; Unsightly Property Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000085", "name": "Nelson", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/nelson/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/nelson/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/nelson/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 2375, 1990 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "2375", "adopted_date": "1990-01-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/nelson/property-maintenance/bylaw-2375/", "answer": "The City of Nelson, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 2375, 1990 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000088", "name": "New Westminster", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw No. 5969, 1991", "document_number": "5969", "adopted_date": "1991-03-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/new-westminster/property-maintenance/bylaw-5969/", "answer": "In the City of New Westminster, British Columbia, standards: No untidy/unsightly property; no rubbish accumulation; no brush/noxious weeds/wild grass; no graffiti on walls, fences, structures, buildings adjacent to streets or public places; enforcement: Written notice to comply within 10 days; City may enter and remove offending material at defaulting person's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes in arrears. Source: Bylaw No. 5969, 1991, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000089", "name": "North Cowichan", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Abatement and Cost Recovery Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/north-cowichan/property-maintenance/nuisance-abatement-and-cost-recovery-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of North Cowichan, British Columbia, standards: Noise, vibration, odour, dust, illumination; smoke/fumes; refuse/garbage; water accumulation; unsanitary conditions; overgrown grass/weeds/trees; graffiti; noxious or offensive business activity; hazardous conditions; enforcement: Weeds/Graffiti/Litter Order (5 business days to comply) or Clean Up Order (30 days to comply); District may enter and do work at owner's cost plus 15% admin fee; costs recoverable as property taxes if unpaid by Dec 31. Source: Nuisance Abatement and Cost Recovery Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000090", "name": "North Saanich", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1400 (2015)", "document_number": "1400", "adopted_date": "2015-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/north-saanich/property-maintenance/bylaw-1400/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of North Saanich, British Columbia, standards: accumulation of filth, discarded materials, rubbish, graffiti, household garbage (unless in covered receptacle); building materials without valid permit; building with missing surface/coating material; unlicensed vehicles parked >72 hours; untended brush, grass, noxious weeds prohibited; enforcement: Removal Order within 14 days; District may remediate at owner's cost recoverable as Special Fees; fine $100-$10,000 per offence. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1400 (2015), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000092", "name": "North Vancouver", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Abatement Bylaw 7325", "document_number": "7325", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-district/property-maintenance/bylaw-7325/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of North Vancouver, British Columbia, standards: No accumulation of filth, rubbish, derelict vehicles, building materials, unlicensed/inoperable vehicles, or shipping containers in residential zones; property must not become unsightly; grass must not exceed 30 cm; enforcement: Bylaw Enforcement Officer issues Order to Comply (14-day remedy period); on default, municipality enters property and performs work at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes. Source: Nuisance Abatement Bylaw 7325, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000094", "name": "Oak Bay", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Hazardous Tree and Shrub Bylaw 3829", "document_number": "3829", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/oak-bay/property-maintenance/bylaw-3829/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, standards: private trees, shrubs, and hedges on property adjoining a highway must be trimmed to prevent safety hazards, damage to roadway or utilities, or obstruction to public use; enforcement: notice served by corporation; if non-compliance within 5 days, corporation trims at owner's expense; costs added to taxes as arrears if unpaid by December 31; standards: Land must be kept clear of graffiti, filth, rubbish, derelict boats, derelict vehicles, brush, noxious weeds, or unsightly growths likely to spread or nuisance neighbours.; enforcement: Notice given; if no action within 14 days, Corporation remedies at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes.. Source: Hazardous Tree and Shrub Bylaw 3829; Rubbish and Weeds Bylaw 3938, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000096", "name": "Osoyoos", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Safe Premises Bylaw No. 1249", "document_number": "1249", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/osoyoos/property-maintenance/bylaw-1249/", "answer": "The Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Safe Premises Bylaw No. 1249, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000097", "name": "Parksville", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/parksville/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/parksville/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/parksville/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Bylaw 1383 – Property Maintenance", "document_number": "1383", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/parksville/property-maintenance/bylaw-1383/", "answer": "In the City of Parksville, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits untidy accumulation of filth, discarded materials, refuse, graffiti, improperly stored items, noxious weeds, and unsightly growth exceeding height limits on real property.; enforcement: Owner shall remove unsightly accumulations; City may enter and remove at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to taxes; penalty not exceeding $2,000.00.. Source: Bylaw 1383 – Property Maintenance, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000099", "name": "Pemberton", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/pemberton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/pemberton/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/pemberton/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/pemberton/property-maintenance/unsightly-premises-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits accumulation of rubbish, filth, discarded materials, grass exceeding 30 centimetres, or allowing property to remain untidy or unsightly.; enforcement: Municipality may issue notice requiring compliance within 14 days; if failed, Municipality may effect compliance at the expense of the person, adding costs to taxes.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000100", "name": "Penticton", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/penticton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/penticton/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/penticton/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2012-5030 (Consolidated, incl. 2019-20) - Property Maintenance", "document_number": "2012-5030", "adopted_date": "2012-09-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/penticton/property-maintenance/bylaw-2012-5030/", "answer": "In the City of Penticton, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits accumulation of rubbish, garbage, discarded material, offensive matter, stagnant water, dead vegetation, firewood, vehicle parts, unregistered vehicles, or graffiti on Real Property.; enforcement: Officer may issue compliance order. City may remedy at owner's cost, added to taxes or recovered as debt.. Source: Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2012-5030 (Consolidated, incl. 2019-20) - Property Maintenance, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000101", "name": "Pitt Meadows", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1400, 1991 - Consolidated Version", "document_number": "1400", "adopted_date": "1991-04-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/pitt-meadows/property-maintenance/bylaw-1400/", "answer": "The City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia has 3 adopted bylaws on file: Graffiti Bylaw No. 2469, 2010; Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1400, 1991 - Consolidated Version; Residential Standards of Maintenance Bylaw No. 2686, 2015, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000102", "name": "Port Alberni", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/port-alberni/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-alberni/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-alberni/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Abatement Bylaw No. 4705 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "4705", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Nuisance Abatement Bylaw No. 4705 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000103", "name": "Port Alice", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/port-alice/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-alice/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-alice/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "575 Bylaw to Prohibit the Accumulation of Noxious, Offensive or Unwholesome Matter on Premises or Open Spaces", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-alice/property-maintenance/575-bylaw-to-prohibit-the-accumulation-of-noxious-offensive/", "answer": "In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, standards: no owner shall allow property to become/remain untidy or unsightly by accumulation of filth, discarded material, rubbish; no rubbish/broken glass in open places; demolition debris must be removed immediately; fences in disrepair must be repaired/removed; graffiti/unauthorized postings prohibited; enforcement: Village sends notice; 30-day compliance period; second notice with 7-day deadline; if default, Director of Operations reports to Council; Village may enter and effect removal at owner's expense; charges added to taxes in arrears. Source: 575 Bylaw to Prohibit the Accumulation of Noxious, Offensive or Unwholesome Matter on Premises or Open Spaces, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000105", "name": "Port Coquitlam", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Standards and Nuisance Abatement Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-coquitlam/property-maintenance/property-standards-and-nuisance-abatement-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, standards: Prohibited: discarded materials/rubbish/derelict vehicles, overgrown grass (>15 cm), dilapidated structures, noxious weeds, graffiti, stagnant water, unsightly accumulations on property.; enforcement: Bylaw Enforcement Officer issues compliance order; city may enter and remediate at owner's cost; unpaid costs recoverable as debt or property taxes in arrears.. Source: Property Standards and Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000106", "name": "Port Edward", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/port-edward/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-edward/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-edward/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance and Standards Bylaw No. 706, 2020", "document_number": "706", "adopted_date": "2020-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-edward/property-maintenance/bylaw-706/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, standards: No accumulation of noxious/offensive materials, rubbish, water; no unsightly property, graffiti, derelict vehicles, noxious weeds, or insect infestations; enforcement: Notice to Comply; if non-compliant within 14 days, District enters and remedies at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes; fines up to $2,000 or $100 municipal ticket. Source: Property Maintenance and Standards Bylaw No. 706, 2020, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000109", "name": "Port Moody", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/port-moody/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/port-moody/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/port-moody/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1488-C", "document_number": "1488-C", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/port-moody/property-maintenance/bylaw-1488-c/", "answer": "In the City of Port Moody, British Columbia, standards: No untidy/unsightly premises; no overgrowth, noxious weeds, filth, discarded materials, rubbish, graffiti; unlicensed vehicles, vehicle parts, lumber, machinery banned in residential zones.; enforcement: Notice to abate within specified time; if non-compliant, City enters and cleans at owner's expense; unpaid charges added to property taxes as arrears.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1488-C, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000111", "name": "Powell River", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/powell-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/powell-river/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/powell-river/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property and Building Maintenance Standards Bylaw No. 2649, 2021", "document_number": "2649", "adopted_date": "2021-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/powell-river/property-maintenance/bylaw-2649/", "answer": "In the City of Powell River, British Columbia, standards: rubbish/noxious materials, unsanitary conditions, building disrepair, noxious weeds, lawn grass exceeding 20cm, overgrown vegetation, uncultivated vegetation prohibited; enforcement: written Order within 21 days; City may remediate at owner's cost; fine $150-$10,000; cost added to tax roll. Source: Property and Building Maintenance Standards Bylaw No. 2649, 2021, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000112", "name": "Prince George", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/prince-george/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/prince-george/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/prince-george/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 8425, 2012", "document_number": "8425", "adopted_date": "2013-01-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/prince-george/property-maintenance/bylaw-8425/", "answer": "In the City of Prince George, British Columbia, standards: No person shall cause or permit a nuisance: noise, littering, odour, accumulation of water/liquids, unsanitary conditions, or other objectionable situations; enforcement: Council may issue written order to abate; if ignored, City may abate at owner/occupier expense and recover costs as debt or via property taxes; standards: Refuse/garbage accumulation, unsightly/untidy property, derelict vehicles, broken fencing, dead or overgrown landscaping, building decay, graffiti, noxious weeds, lawn over 10 inches; enforcement: Bylaw notice, then written order; if owner fails to comply, City performs work and recovers costs including $200 administrative cost from owner. Source: Nuisance Abatement and Cost Recovery Bylaw No. 8940, 2018; Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 8425, 2012, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000113", "name": "Prince Rupert", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw (2010)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/prince-rupert/property-maintenance/property-maintenance-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Prince Rupert, British Columbia, standards: Prohibited: outdoor rubbish accumulation, unlicensed vehicles, filth/noxious matter, strewn materials, graffiti, outdoor furniture/appliances, dilapidated exteriors, vegetation over 30 cm.; enforcement: Written notice to comply within 14 days; non-compliance allows City to enter and remedy at owner's expense, recoverable as property tax arrears if unpaid by Dec 31.. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw (2010), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000114", "name": "Princeton", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/princeton/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/princeton/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/princeton/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1059, 2026", "document_number": "1059", "adopted_date": "2026-02-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/princeton/property-maintenance/bylaw-1059/", "answer": "In the Town of Princeton, British Columbia, standards: prohibited: refuse/rubbish accumulation; derelict vehicles not screened; grass/weeds >30 cm; noxious weeds; stagnant water; graffiti; unsightly fence; excess building material; dilapidated structures; hazard trees; enforcement: Compliance Warning then Compliance Order; Town may conduct remedial work at owner's expense if non-compliant; costs recoverable as property taxes if unpaid by Dec 31. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 1059, 2026, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000115", "name": "Qualicum Beach", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance and Standards Bylaw No. 720, 2018", "document_number": "720", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/qualicum-beach/property-maintenance/bylaw-720/", "answer": "In the Town of Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, standards: No Owner shall cause Property to become or remain Unsightly. Prohibitions include Graffiti, Derelict Vehicles, Vehicle Parts, Building Materials over 15 days, and stored Rubbish, Junk, Filth, Discarded Materials.; enforcement: Town may enter Property and carry out work at Owner's expense, recovering costs as taxes. Offenders liable for penalty not exceeding $10,000 and not less than $1,000.. Source: Property Maintenance and Standards Bylaw No. 720, 2018, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000116", "name": "Quesnel", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/quesnel/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/quesnel/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/quesnel/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Bylaw No. 1869, 2019 (property maintenance / unsightly premises provisions)", "document_number": "1869", "adopted_date": "2019-09-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/quesnel/property-maintenance/bylaw-1869/", "answer": "In the City of Quesnel, British Columbia, standards: Exterior walls free from loose, rotted, broken materials; fences in reasonable state of repair.; enforcement: Written notice to comply; fine of not less than $50.00 and not more than $500.00.; standards: Property having visible rubbish, untidy building materials, overgrown landscaping, decaying fences or structures, visible graffiti, or wrecked vehicles visible from public space or nearby property.; enforcement: Compliance Order issued; City may abate at owner's expense plus $250 administration fee; unpaid costs added to taxes; fines $100 to $10,000.. Source: Minimum Rental Standards Bylaw No. 1870, 2019; Nuisance Bylaw No. 1869, 2019 (property maintenance / unsightly premises provisions), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000118", "name": "Revelstoke", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1378", "document_number": "1378", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/revelstoke/property-maintenance/bylaw-1378/", "answer": "In the City of Revelstoke, British Columbia, standards: no accumulation of water/rubbish/noxious matter; no depositing rubbish in open spaces; no unsightly property; no graffiti; must clear brush, noxious weeds, and noxious insects; enforcement: municipality may enter and remedy at owner's expense; unpaid charges added to property taxes as taxes in arrears. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 1378, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000119", "name": "Richmond", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/richmond/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/richmond/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/richmond/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance & Repair - Bylaw 7897 (2005)", "document_number": "7897", "adopted_date": "2005-06-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/richmond/property-maintenance/bylaw-7897/", "answer": "In the City of Richmond, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits mould/fungus from marijuana cultivation; occupying building after grow operation before remediation; fire hazards; diverting exhaust vents into building.; enforcement: City may enter parcel and correct default at owner's expense; costs recovered as debt or added to taxes.; standards: Owner or occupier must not allow property to become or remain unsightly; or cause rubbish, filth, discarded materials, or noxious matter to collect or accumulate on property.; enforcement: Officer may serve Order to Comply requiring removal within 10 days. City may clear at owner's expense. Charges unpaid form part of taxes. Fine $1,000.00 to $10,000.00.. Source: Property Maintenance & Repair - Bylaw 7897 (2005); Unsightly Premises Regulation - Bylaw 7162 (2001), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000120", "name": "Rossland", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/rossland/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/rossland/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/rossland/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbourhood Bylaw No. 2631, 2017", "document_number": "2631", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/rossland/property-maintenance/bylaw-2631/", "answer": "In the City of Rossland, British Columbia, standards: Owners must not allow property to become unsightly, accumulate rubbish, dead vegetation, graffiti, derelict vehicles, or construction waste.; enforcement: Officer may issue compliance order. City may enter, perform work at owner's cost, added to taxes or recovered as debt.. Source: Good Neighbourhood Bylaw No. 2631, 2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000121", "name": "Saanich", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/saanich/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/saanich/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/saanich/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/saanich/property-maintenance/unsightly-premises-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Saanich, British Columbia, standards: No owner or occupier shall allow property to become or remain unsightly, including dilapidated fences, inoperable vehicles, construction materials, graffiti, excessive weeds, or accumulations of refuse.; enforcement: Notice requiring action within ten (10) business days; Saanich may take action at the expense of the person; unpaid costs added to taxes; fine not less than $150.00.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000122", "name": "Salmo", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/salmo/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/salmo/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/salmo/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "649 – Unsightly Premises Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/salmo/property-maintenance/649-unsightly-premises-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Village of Salmo, British Columbia, standards: Property shall not remain unsightly or unsanitary. Prohibits accumulation of filth, rubbish, water, graffiti, unsightly vegetation, smoke, unregistered vehicles, or unused construction materials.; enforcement: Remediation within 31 days. Cleanup cost added to taxes. Fine not less than $250.00 and not more than $2,000.00.. Source: 649 – Unsightly Premises Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000123", "name": "Salmon Arm", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No 3137", "document_number": "3137", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/salmon-arm/property-maintenance/bylaw-3137/", "answer": "In the City of Salmon Arm, British Columbia, standards: Owners shall not permit property to become unsightly or accumulate rubbish, graffiti, noxious matter, or overgrown vegetation, including dilapidated fences, vehicles, weeds, or lawn over 20.32 centimeters.; enforcement: Authorized Person may issue notice to remedy. District may effect compliance at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to taxes. Violation is an offence liable to penalty.. Source: Property Maintenance and Unsightly Premises Bylaw No 3137, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000125", "name": "Sechelt", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/sechelt/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sechelt/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/sechelt/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 522, 2012 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "522", "adopted_date": "2012-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sechelt/property-maintenance/bylaw-522/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Sechelt, British Columbia, standards: No owner or occupier shall permit: accumulation of refuse/garbage/noxious material; water accumulation; unsanitary conditions; noxious weeds; safety hazard trees; graffiti; unsightly conditions; health/fire/safety hazards; nuisance odour; unsecured vacant property (s.2); enforcement: District may carry out required work and recover costs from owner/occupier as a debt or in the same manner as property taxes (s.4). Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 522, 2012 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000127", "name": "Sidney", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/sidney/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sidney/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/sidney/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Nuisance Bylaw No. 1942", "document_number": "1942", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sidney/property-maintenance/bylaw-1942/", "answer": "In the Town of Sidney, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits water, rubbish or unsightly matter to collect or accumulate in, on, under or around a parcel owned, used or occupied by him or her.; enforcement: Town may enter and correct default at expense of owner or occupier, recover costs as debt, or person liable to fine not exceeding $10,000.00.; standards: Owners prohibited from allowing property to become unsightly via accumulation of discarded materials, unlicensed vehicles, long grass, graffiti, garbage, or building materials without permit.; enforcement: Removal Order issued; Town may enter and remove items upon default; costs recovered as debt or added to taxes; fines not less than $100.00 and not more than $10,000.00.. Source: Nuisance Bylaw No. 1942; Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 2100, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000131", "name": "Sooke", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/sooke/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/sooke/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/sooke/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises and Objectionable Situations Bylaw No. 296 - Consolidated", "document_number": "296", "adopted_date": "2022-07-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/sooke/property-maintenance/bylaw-296/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Sooke, British Columbia, prohibited conditions: refuse, garbage, noxious material accumulation; water accumulation; unsanitary conditions; noxious weeds; obstructive hedges/shrubs/trees; graffiti; unsightly conditions; enforcement process: owner/occupier given opportunity to appear before Council; District may carry out work at expense of owner, costs recoverable as debt or as property taxes; cost recovery: True; fines: not more than $50,000.00. Source: Unsightly Premises and Objectionable Situations Bylaw No. 296 - Consolidated, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000138", "name": "Surrey", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/surrey/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/surrey/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/surrey/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Surrey Property Maintenance and Unsightly Premises Bylaw, 2007, No. 16393", "document_number": "16393", "adopted_date": "2007-05-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/surrey/property-maintenance/bylaw-16393/", "answer": "In the City of Surrey, British Columbia, standards: no person shall deposit or throw bottles, broken glass or other rubbish in any open place; enforcement: Notice to remedy within 30 days; nuisance abatement fees imposed; unpaid fees added to taxes; penalty $100.00 to $10,000.00 or imprisonment.; standards: Prohibits unsightly property, rubbish accumulation, insect infestation, and violations of property maintenance standards.; enforcement: Inspector serves notice; City may remedy at owner's expense, add costs to taxes, or prosecute for offences.. Source: Prohibition of Nuisances Bylaw, 1996, No. 12883; Surrey Property Maintenance and Unsightly Premises Bylaw, 2007, No. 16393, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000139", "name": "Tahsis", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/bc/tahsis/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/tahsis/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/tahsis/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Regulation Bylaw No.614", "document_number": "614", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/tahsis/property-maintenance/regulations-614/", "answer": "In the Village of Tahsis, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits land becoming/remaining untidy or Unsightly Property, including accumulation of Refuse, Graffiti, Derelict Vehicles/Boats, decaying plants, or buildings in disrepair.; enforcement: Written notice to comply; Council order to comply; Village may carry out work and recover costs as debt or add to taxes; fines up to $10,000.. Source: Property Maintenance Regulation Bylaw No.614, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000140", "name": "Taylor", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/taylor/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/taylor/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/taylor/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw 876-2023", "document_number": "876-2023", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/taylor/property-maintenance/bylaw-876-2023/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Taylor, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits refuse, derelict vehicles, noxious weeds, graffiti, litter, overgrown grass, hazardous growth, disrepair, and visible chattels for sale on premises or boulevards.; enforcement: Inspector may issue Weeds, Grass and Litter Order or Clean Up Order; Municipality may act on default and recover costs plus 15% administrative fee.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw 876-2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000142", "name": "Terrace", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/terrace/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/terrace/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/terrace/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Standards of Maintenance Bylaw No. 2017", "document_number": "2017", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/terrace/property-maintenance/bylaw-2017/", "answer": "In the City of Terrace, British Columbia, standards: No owner or occupier shall permit property to become unsightly; unsightly includes unregistered vehicles, rubbish/filth accumulation, unauthorized building material storage; enforcement: City may enter and remedy; unpaid costs added to property taxes; fine $100–$500; standards: Owner must not use, permit, lease or rent any rental unit not conforming to minimum maintenance standards for water, heat, light, moisture prevention.; enforcement: Building Official may issue written notice to comply within stated time; fine not exceeding $2,000 per offence, each day a separate offence.. Source: Nuisance Bylaw Consolidated No. 1318; Standards of Maintenance Bylaw No. 2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000143", "name": "Tofino", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/tofino/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/tofino/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/tofino/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 701 (Consolidated Version)", "document_number": "701", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/tofino/property-maintenance/bylaw-701/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Tofino, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits graffiti, unsightly property, or accumulation of rubbish, filth, or noxious matter. Requires removal of unsightly accumulations.; enforcement: Order to Comply within 14 days. Municipality may remove at owner's expense. Costs added to taxes if unpaid. Offences liable to fines.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 701 (Consolidated Version), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000144", "name": "Trail", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/trail/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/trail/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/trail/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw (Consolidated July 2018)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2018-07-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/trail/property-maintenance/unsightly-premises-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Trail, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits building material accumulation without permit/storage; derelict vehicles not registered/licensed/insured or incapable of movement; filth/discarded materials/rubbish; grass lawn over 15 centimeters on developed property; graffiti visible from public place; garbage not in covered receptacle; unsightly structures; enforcement: Demand Letter within 14 days, then Removal Order within 30 days; City enters at owner's expense after 30 days; costs added to tax roll if unpaid December 31. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw (Consolidated July 2018), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000145", "name": "Tumbler Ridge", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premise Bylaw - Consolidated", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/tumbler-ridge/property-maintenance/unsightly-premise-bylaw-consolidated/", "answer": "The District Municipality of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Unsightly Premise Bylaw - Consolidated, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000146", "name": "Ucluelet", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/ucluelet/property-maintenance/unsightly-premises-bylaw/", "answer": "In the District Municipality of Ucluelet, British Columbia, standards: Property must not remain unsightly, accumulate rubbish, display visible graffiti, grow overgrown brush, have disrepair fences, or store unlicensed vehicles.; enforcement: Officer serves Notice requiring removal within 14 days. If failed, District may remove material at owner's expense; unpaid charges added to property taxes.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000148", "name": "Vancouver", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/vancouver/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/vancouver/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/vancouver/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Standards of Maintenance By-law No. 5462", "document_number": "5462", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The City of Vancouver, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Standards of Maintenance By-law No. 5462; Untidy Premises By-law No. 4548, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000151", "name": "Victoria", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/victoria/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/victoria/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/victoria/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/victoria/property-maintenance/property-maintenance-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Victoria, British Columbia, standards: Prohibited: graffiti; noxious/offensive/unwholesome refuse accumulation; unsightly property (filth, junk, discarded materials); weeds likely to spread or be unsightly.; enforcement: Written notice requiring action within 14 days; if not complied, City acts at defaulter's expense; costs recoverable as debt or collected as taxes in arrear.. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000152", "name": "View Royal", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/bc/view-royal/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/view-royal/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/view-royal/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 512, 2003", "document_number": "512", "adopted_date": "2003-01-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/view-royal/property-maintenance/bylaw-512/", "answer": "In the Town of View Royal, British Columbia, standards: Yards free of filth, discarded materials, derelict vehicles, litter, rubbish; no graffiti; clear of brush and noxious weeds; prevent insect infestations; enforcement: Municipality may enter and remove at owner's expense; costs added to property taxes if unpaid by Dec 31; fine up to $10,000. Source: Property Maintenance Bylaw No. 512, 2003, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000155", "name": "West Kelowna", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "City of West Kelowna Safe Premises Bylaw No. 0236, 2017", "document_number": "0236", "adopted_date": "2017-10-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/west-kelowna/property-maintenance/bylaw-0236/", "answer": "The City of West Kelowna, British Columbia has 3 adopted bylaws on file: City of West Kelowna Safe Premises Bylaw No. 0236, 2017; City of West Kelowna Vacant and Abandoned Buildings Bylaw No. 0192, 2015; Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 0151, 2018 (consolidated to 0151.04), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000156", "name": "West Vancouver", "type": "District Municipality", "path": "/ca/bc/west-vancouver/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/west-vancouver/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/west-vancouver/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 4380, 2004 (consolidated to Amendment 4965, 2018)", "document_number": "4380", "adopted_date": "2004-07-29", "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The District Municipality of West Vancouver, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 4380, 2004 (consolidated to Amendment 4965, 2018), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000158", "name": "White Rock", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/white-rock/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/white-rock/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/white-rock/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises and Graffiti Abatement Bylaw No. 2019", "document_number": "2019", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/white-rock/property-maintenance/bylaw-2019/", "answer": "In the City of White Rock, British Columbia, standards: No owner or occupier shall cause or permit nuisance, unsightly conditions, graffiti, refuse, weeds, grass over 30cm, or unsecured vacant property.; enforcement: City may issue Compliance Notice; remedy non-compliance at owner's expense; recover costs as debt or property taxes; fine $1,000.00 to $10,000.00.. Source: Unsightly Premises and Graffiti Abatement Bylaw No. 2019, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000159", "name": "Williams Lake", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Rental Premises Standards of Maintenance Bylaw No. 2353, 2023", "document_number": "2353", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/williams-lake/property-maintenance/bylaw-2353/", "answer": "In the City of Williams Lake, British Columbia, standards: No person may cause or permit a nuisance, or water, rubbish or unsightly matter to collect or accumulate on a Parcel.; enforcement: City may enter and correct default at owner's expense; costs recoverable as debt or added to taxes.; standards: Prohibits accumulation of rubbish, garbage, offensive matter, stagnant water, unsightly vegetation, vehicle parts, unregistered vehicles, graffiti, and building materials on property.; enforcement: Compliance order issued; City may perform work at owner's cost, added to property taxes if unpaid.. Source: Controlled Substances Bylaw No. 2005, 2006 (Nuisance, Noxious or Offensive Undertakings, Health and Safety Bylaw); Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2194, 2014; Rental Premises Standards of Maintenance Bylaw No. 2353, 2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000161", "name": "shíshálh Nation", "type": "First Nations Government District", "path": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/", "answer_page": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/property-maintenance/", "json": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/property-maintenance.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Unsightly Premises #2010-03", "document_number": "2010-03", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/bc/shishalh-nation/property-maintenance/bylaw-2010-03/", "answer": "In the First Nations Government District of shíshálh Nation, British Columbia, standards: Accumulation of rubbish, unlicensed/inoperable vehicles or boats, broken fencing, dilapidated buildings, noxious weeds, overgrown/dead landscaping, graffiti, grass over 15 cm; enforcement: Bylaw Enforcement Officer may issue written order (30 days or 7 days if nuisance); District may enter and do remediation work at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes. Source: Unsightly Premises #2010-03, verified 2026-08-28." } ], "not_on_file": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-000003", "name": "Alert Bay", "path": "/ca/bc/alert-bay/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000004", "name": "Anmore", "path": "/ca/bc/anmore/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000006", "name": "Ashcroft", "path": "/ca/bc/ashcroft/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000008", "name": "Belcarra", "path": "/ca/bc/belcarra/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000009", "name": "Bowen Island", "path": "/ca/bc/bowen-island/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000010", "name": "Burnaby", "path": "/ca/bc/burnaby/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000011", "name": "Burns Lake", "path": "/ca/bc/burns-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000013", "name": "Campbell River", "path": "/ca/bc/campbell-river/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000015", "name": "Castlegar", "path": "/ca/bc/castlegar/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000016", "name": "Central Saanich", "path": "/ca/bc/central-saanich/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000020", "name": "Clearwater", "path": "/ca/bc/clearwater/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000021", "name": "Clinton", "path": "/ca/bc/clinton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000022", "name": "Coldstream", "path": "/ca/bc/coldstream/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000027", "name": "Cranbrook", "path": "/ca/bc/cranbrook/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000029", "name": "Cumberland", "path": "/ca/bc/cumberland/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000030", "name": "Daajing Giids", "path": "/ca/bc/daajing-giids/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000032", "name": "Delta", "path": "/ca/bc/delta/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000034", "name": "Elkford", "path": "/ca/bc/elkford/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000036", "name": "Esquimalt", "path": "/ca/bc/esquimalt/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000038", "name": "Fort St. James", "path": "/ca/bc/fort-st-james/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000040", "name": "Fraser Lake", "path": "/ca/bc/fraser-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000042", "name": "Gibsons", "path": "/ca/bc/gibsons/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000046", "name": "Granisle", "path": "/ca/bc/granisle/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000047", "name": "Greenwood", "path": "/ca/bc/greenwood/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000048", "name": "Harrison Hot Springs", "path": "/ca/bc/harrison-hot-springs/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000049", "name": "Hazelton", "path": "/ca/bc/hazelton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000050", "name": "Highlands", "path": "/ca/bc/highlands/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000054", "name": "Invermere", "path": "/ca/bc/invermere/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000057", "name": "Kelowna", "path": "/ca/bc/kelowna/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000058", "name": "Kent", "path": "/ca/bc/kent/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000061", "name": "Kitimat", "path": "/ca/bc/kitimat/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000063", "name": "Lake Country", "path": "/ca/bc/lake-country/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000064", "name": "Lake Cowichan", "path": "/ca/bc/lake-cowichan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000066", "name": "Langley", "path": "/ca/bc/langley-city/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000067", "name": "Langley", "path": "/ca/bc/langley-district/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000068", "name": "Lantzville", "path": "/ca/bc/lantzville/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000070", "name": "Lions Bay", "path": "/ca/bc/lions-bay/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000072", "name": "Lumby", "path": "/ca/bc/lumby/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000073", "name": "Lytton", "path": "/ca/bc/lytton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000076", "name": "Masset", "path": "/ca/bc/masset/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000077", "name": "McBride", "path": "/ca/bc/mcbride/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000078", "name": "Merritt", "path": "/ca/bc/merritt/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000079", "name": "Metchosin", "path": "/ca/bc/metchosin/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000081", "name": "Mission", "path": "/ca/bc/mission/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000082", "name": "Montrose", "path": "/ca/bc/montrose/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000083", "name": "Nakusp", "path": "/ca/bc/nakusp/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000086", "name": "New Denver", "path": "/ca/bc/new-denver/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000087", "name": "New Hazelton", "path": "/ca/bc/new-hazelton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000091", "name": "North Vancouver", "path": "/ca/bc/north-vancouver-city/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000093", "name": "Northern Rockies", "path": "/ca/bc/northern-rockies/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000095", "name": "Oliver", 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