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

Property maintenance — Erin, Ontario: Property Standards By-law 14-33 (Town of Erin)

In the Town of Erin, Ontario, property maintenance rules are set by Property Standards By-law 14-33 (Town of Erin), verified 2026-10-18. Enforcement: Officer may order owner to comply or prohibit use; if not done, Town may repair/clear at owner's expense and add amount to property taxes.

Property Standards By-law 14-33 (Town of Erin) adopted bylaw

standards	No owner/occupant shall fail to maintain property in conformity; yards kept clean and free of litter, rubbish, waste, salvage, refuse, animal excrement, excessive growth, hazards or unsightly conditions.	s. 1.1; s. 2.1
enforcement	Officer may order owner to comply or prohibit use; if not done, Town may repair/clear at owner's expense and add amount to property taxes.	s. 2.2(c); s. 6.2(c)

scout note

Town of Erin property standards under Building Code Act s.15.1(3): yards, outdoor storage, garbage, grass/trees/hedges, fences, accessory buildings, signs, plus Property Standards Committee.