What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the District Municipality of Stewart, British Columbia, property maintenance rules are set by Unsightly Premises By-law No. 672-1996, verified 2026-10-26. Standards: Accumulating rubbish or noxious matter; unsightly premises; nuisance; fouling/obstructing waterways; depositing rubbish; placing graffiti. Enforcement: Officer may direct removal/elimination; on failure, District may enter and remove at owner's expense, unpaid costs added to taxes.
Officer may direct removal/elimination; on failure, District may enter and remove at owner's expense, unpaid costs added to taxes.
s. 3; s. 4
scout note
Owners/occupiers must not let rubbish or noxious matter accumulate or let property become unsightly (s.2.1-2.2); filth, discarded materials and rubbish include garbage, derelict vehicles, unused trailers/boats and metal parts. On direction they must remove it; otherwise the District removes it at owner cost, added to taxes (s.3-4). Fine $100-$500. Enacted under the old Municipal Act.
District of Stewart Unsightly Premises By-Law (notice)
July 2023 notice: breaching residents get a letter; links to the by-law.