Property maintenance — Grimsby, Ontario

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

In the Town of Grimsby, Ontario, property maintenance rules are set by Property Standards By-law 15-17 (consolidated), verified 2026-10-18. Standards: Lands must be kept clean and free from rubbish, debris, hazards, long grass, brush, undergrowth, noxious weeds, and inoperative vehicles. Enforcement: Officer may issue order; if repair/clearance not done, Municipality may carry out repair or clearance at owner's expense and lien the land.

Property Standards By-law 15-17 (consolidated) adopted bylaw

standards	Lands must be kept clean and free from rubbish, debris, hazards, long grass, brush, undergrowth, noxious weeds, and inoperative vehicles.	s. 3.1.1; s. 3.1.2; s. 3.1.3; s. 3.1.4
enforcement	Officer may issue order; if repair/clearance not done, Municipality may carry out repair or clearance at owner's expense and lien the land.	s. 7.3.1.2; s. 7.8.1; s. 7.9.1

scout note

Town of Grimsby by-law prescribing standards for maintenance and occupancy of property under Building Code Act s.15.1; yards, refuse, buildings.

Property Standards (Town of Grimsby web page)

rules page: summarises Property Standards By-law and appeal process; Committee of Adjustment acts as Property Standards Committee.

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