What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Town of Ajax, Ontario, property maintenance rules are set by By-law 38-2025 Clean and Clear By-law and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-18. Standards: Standing or stagnant water, grass or weeds exceeding 15 cm, and debris are prohibited on land.
| standards | Standing or stagnant water, grass or weeds exceeding 15 cm, and debris are prohibited on land. | s. 4.1(a)-(c) |
| enforcement | Officer may issue notice to clean/clear/remove debris, weeds or grass and/or drain/fill holes; if non-compliance, Town may do work, enter property, and recover expense via tax roll. | s. 4.3; s. 4.5(a)-(b) |
Requires land to be drained, clean and cleared; debris includes refuse, inoperable vehicles and equipment.
| standards | Dilapidated, collapsed or unfinished structures and accumulations of material, wood, debris, garbage or other objects that create an unsafe or unsightly condition out of character with the surrounding environment. | s. 4.2 |
| enforcement | Municipality may cause property to be repaired or demolished and recover expense as municipal real property taxes. | s. 7.6 |
Maintenance and occupancy standards for property, including heritage property; office consolidation incl. By-law 63-2022.