General nuisance bylaw prohibiting conditions or activities that are dangerous, offensive, or that disturb the quiet enjoyment of neighbouring properties.
Property maintenance — Surrey, British Columbia
What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
The City of Surrey, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Prohibition of Nuisances Bylaw, 1996, No. 12883; Surrey Property Maintenance and Unsightly Premises Bylaw, 2007, No. 16393, verified 2026-08-23.
Sets required maintenance standards and defines 'unsightly' (junk/discarded material accumulation, dead landscaping, deteriorated structures, wrecked/inoperable vehicles); City may clean up and add cost to property taxes.