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Property Standards Bylaw - 2017-62
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Corporation of the Town of Newmarket
By-law 2017-62
OFFICE CONSOLIDATION
This is a consolidation of the Town's By-law to prescribe standards for the
maintenance and occupancy of property in the Town of Newmarket, being
By-law 2017-62, as amended by the below listed by-laws and is prepared
for reference and information purposes only. The following consolidation is
an electronic reproduction made available for information only. It is not an
official version of By-law 2017-62. Official versions of all by-laws can be
obtained from Legislative Services by calling 905-953-5300. If there are any
discrepancies between this consolidation and By-law 2019-72 and listed
amending by-laws the official by-laws shall prevail.
2020-22 April 27, 2020
Adds provisions for AMPS
2025-97 November 17, 2025
Sec. 6.3 & 6.4 - Regarding standing
water and swales
A By-law to Prescribe Standards for the Maintenance and Occupancy of
Property within The Town of Newmarket
Whereas Section 15.1(3) of the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992, c.23,
authorizes Council of a municipality to pass a By-law for prescribing the
Standards for Maintenance and occupancy of Property;
And whereas the Official Plan for The Town of Newmarket includes provisions
relating to Property conditions;
And whereas the Council of The Town of Newmarket is desirous of passing a
Bylaw under Section 15.1(3) of the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992, c.23;
And whereas Section 35.3 (1) and 45.1 (1) of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O.
1990, c.0.18, as amended provide that a By-law may be passed by the Council
of a municipality prescribing minimum Standards for the Maintenance of the
Heritage Attributes of Designated Heritage Properties within the municipality,
and requiring that Designated Heritage Properties that do not comply with
those Standards be Repaired and Maintained to conform with those
Standards;
And whereas Section 15.6(1) of the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992, c.23
requires that a Bylaw passed under Section 15.1(3) of the Building Code Act,
S.O. 1992, c.23 shall provide for the establishment of a Property Standards
Committee;
Therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Newmarket hereby
enacts the following:
1.0
SCOPE
This by-law shall apply to all Property in the Town of Newmarket save
and except Property owned by the Corporation of the Town of
Newmarket or the Regional Municipality of York.
2.0
DEFINITIONS
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"Accessory Building" means a detached building or structure, not
used for human habitation that is subordinate to the primary use of the
same Property.
"Basement" means that portion of a building that is partly below Grade,
which has half or more of its height measured from floor to finished
ceiling above the average finished Grade.
"Bathroom" means a room which shall contain a water closet and basin
and may contain a bathtub or shower.
"Building Code" means the Building Code Act 1992, S.O. 1992. c.23,
as amended and any regulations made under that Act.
"Certificate of Compliance" means a written opinion of Property
compliance with the Standards contained in this by-law issued under
Section 15.5 (1) of the Building Code.
"Committee" means the Property standards Committee established
pursuant to the provisions of this by-law.
"Debris" means any waste material of any kind whatsoever and
without limiting the generality of the foregoing includes: inoperative or
unlicensed vehicles or boats and mechanical equipment, automobile
and mechanical parts, tires, furnaces, water and fuel tanks, furniture,
glassware, plastic, cans, garden refuse, grass clippings, trees, tree
branches, earth or fill, animal feces, materials from construction or
demolition projects, old clothing and bedding, refrigerators, freezers, or
similar appliances, whether operable or inoperable, containers of any
kind and un-maintained garden fixtures and any objects or conditions
that might create a health, fire or accident hazard.
"Dwelling" building or structure, or any part of it, occupied or capable of
being lawfully occupied, in whole or in part, for the purpose of human
habitation and includes the land and premises appurtenant thereto and
all out buildings, Fences, and erections thereon or therein.
"Dwelling Unit" means a room or group of rooms to be used by one
family that functions as a single independent housekeeping unit in which
cooking facilities, living quarters and sanitary facilities are provided for
the exclusive use of those residing within the unit only, and with a
private entrance from outside the building or from a common hallway or
stairway inside.
"Fees & Charges" means the General Fees and Charges By-law, as
amended for the Legislative Services Department.
"Fence" means any structure, wall or barrier, other than a building,
erected at Grade for the purpose of defining boundaries of Property,
separating open space, restricting ingress to or egress from Property,
providing security or protection to Property or acting as a visual or
acoustic screen.
"Fire Code" means the regulations made under section 12 of the Fire
Protection and Prevention Act, 1997,S.O. 1997,c.4, as amended.
"Grade" means the average level of proposed or finished ground
adjoining a building at all exterior walls.
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"Ground Cover" means material organic or non-organic applied to prevent
soil erosion and includes concrete, flagstone, gravel, asphalt, grass or other
form of landscaping.
"Guard" means a protective barrier around openings in floors or at the open
sides of stairs, landings, balconies, mezzanines, galleries, raised walkways
or other locations to prevent accidental falls from one level to another. Such
barrier may or may not have openings through it.
"Habitable Room" means any room in a Dwelling or Dwelling Unit used or
capable of being used for living, sleeping, cooking or eating purposes.
"Heritage Act" means the Heritage Act, R.S.O.1990,c O.16, as amended and
any regulations made under that Act;
"Heritage Attributes"
a) the attribute of the Property, building or structure that contributes to its
cultural heritage value or interest that is defined, described, or can be
reasonably inferred:
i.) in a by-law designating a Property passed under section 29 of the
Ontario Heritage Act R.S.O. 1990, c.o.18 as amended and identified
as a Heritage Attribute, value, reason for designation, or otherwise;
ii.) in a Minister's order made under section 34.5, Part IV, of the
Ontario Heritage Act and identified as Heritage Attribute, value,
reason for designation or otherwise;
iii.) in a by-law designating a Heritage Conservation District passed
under section 41, Part V, of the Ontario Heritage Act and identified
as a Heritage Attribute, value, reason for designation or otherwise;
or
iv.) in the supporting documentation required for a by-law designating
a Heritage Conservation District, including but not limited to a
Heritage Conservation District Plan, assessment or inventory, and
identified as a Heritage Attribute, value, reason for designation or
otherwise.
b) The elements, features or building components including roofs, walls, floors,
retaining walls, foundations and independent interior structures and
structural systems that hold up, support or protect the heritage values and
attributes and without which the heritage values and attributes might be at
risk.
"Heritage Property" means Property, including all buildings and structures
thereon, that has been designated by the Town under section 29 or by the
Minister under section 34.5 of the Heritage Act.
"Heritage Conservation District" means a geographic district established
under Part V of the Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, cO.18, as amended.
"Heritage Conservation District Plan" means a plan adopted by Council
under Part V of the Heritage Act, R.S.O.1990, and c.0.18, as amended to
provide direction in the preservation of the Heritage Attributes of a Heritage
Conservation District.
"Heritage Permit" means a permit issued by Council under section 33, 34
or 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to alter, erect, demolish or remove a
building or structure.
"Injurious" means causing or likely to cause damage or harm.
"Maintenance" means the act of keeping up, preserving or conserving or
paying to keep up, preserve or conserve Property.
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"Means of Egress" means a continuous path of travel provided by a doorway,
hallway, corridor, exterior passageway, balcony, lobby, stair, ramp or other
egress facility or combination thereof, for the escape of Persons from any
point in a building, floor area, room or contained open space to an open public
thoroughfare or to an exterior open space protected from fire exposure from
the building and having access to an open public thoroughfare and includes
exits and access to exits.
"Medical Officer of Health" means the Medical Officer of Health for the
Regional Municipality of York.
"Mixed-use Building" means a building containing both Dwelling Unit and
Non-Residential Property.
"Multiple Dwelling" shall mean a building or portion thereof containing three
or more Dwelling Units and shall include group Dwellings either held or
maintained under single ownership or established and maintained under the
provisions of the Condominium Act or as a Co-operative.
"Non-Habitable Room" means any room in a Dwelling or Dwelling Unit other
than a Habitable Room and includes Bathroom, Toilet Room, laundry,
pantry, lobby, corridor, stairway, closet, boiler room, or other space for service
and maintenance of the Dwelling for public use, for access to and vertical
travel between Storeys, and a Basement or part thereof which does not
comply with the Standards of fitness for occupancy set out in this by-law.
"Non-Residential Property" means a building or structure or part of a
building or structure not occupied in whole or in part for the purpose of
human habitation, and includes the lands and premises appurtenant thereto
and all outbuildings, fences or erections thereon or therein.
"Noxious Weeds" means any weed classed as noxious by the Noxious
Weeds Act of the Province of Ontario.
"Nuisance" shall mean an Injurious, offensive or objectionable condition
and, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, shall include a condition
which is of offensive or obnoxious by reason of the emission of gas, fumes,
dust, sawdust or objectionable odour or by reason of the unsightly storage of
goods, wares, merchandise, rubbish, salvage, refuse matter, waste or other
material.
"Occupant" means any Person or Persons over the age of eighteen years in
possession of the Property.
"Officer" means a Property Standards Officer or other enforcement Officer
duly appointed by By-law of the Town to administer and enforce the provisions
of this By-law.
"Owner" includes the Person for the time being managing or receiving the rent
of the land or premises in connection with which the word is used, whether on
his own account or as agent or trustee of any other Person, or who would so
receive the rent if such premises were let, and shall also include a lessee or
Occupant of the Property who, under the terms of lease, is required to repair
and maintain the Property in accordance with the Standards for the
maintenance and occupancy of Property.
"Person" means an individual, firm, corporation, association or partnership.
"Plumbing Fixture" means a receptacle or equipment that receives water,
liquid or sanitary sewage and discharges water, liquid or sanitary sewage
directly into drainage piping.
"Property" means a building or structure or part of a building or structure and
includes the lands and premises appurtenant thereto and all mobile homes,
mobile buildings, mobile structures, outbuildings, Fences and erections
thereon, whether heretofore or hereafter erected, and includes vacant
Property and Designated Heritage Property.
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"Repair" includes the provision of such facilities and the making of additions
or alterations or the taking of such action as may be required so that the
Property shall conform to the Standards established in this by-law.
"Residential Property" means a building or structure or part of a building or
structure, that is used or designed for use as a domestic establishment in
which one or more Person's usually sleep and prepare and serve meals, and
includes any lands and premises appurtenant thereto and all outbuildings,
Fences and erections thereon, whether heretofore or hereafter erected and
includes vacant Residential Property.
"Sanitary Unit" means a water closet, urinal, bidet or bed-pan washer.
"Sewage System" means the sanitary sewer system or a private sewage
disposal system.
"Sign" means any surface, structure and other component parts, which are
used or capable of being used as a visual medium to attract attention to a
specific subject matter for identification, information or advertising purposes
and includes an advertising device; this shall include flags, banners,
pennants, lights, inflatable devices, or any object intended for advertising
purposes.
"Standards" means the standards of physical condition and occupancy of
Property set out in this by-law.
"Storage Garage" means a building or part thereof intended for the storage or
parking of motor vehicles and which contains no provision for the repair or
servicing of such vehicles but does not include a garage or carport forming
part of a single Dwelling Unit.
"Storey" means the portion of a building which is situated between the top of
any floor and the top of the floor next above it, and if there is no floor above
it, that portion between the top of such floor and the ceiling above it.
"Supplied" means installed, furnished or provided by the Owner.
"Toilet Room" means a room in which Sanitary Units are installed.
"Town" means the Corporation of the Town of Newmarket.
"Yard" means the land, other than publicly owned land, around or
appurtenant to the whole or any part of a residential or Non-Residential
Property and used or capable of being used in connection with the
Property.
3.0
INTERPRETATION / STANDARDS
3.1
Imperial measurements in this by-law are provided for convenience
only. The requirements of this by-law are set out in metric
measurements.
3.2
Where a provision of this by-law conflicts with a provision of any other
by-law in force in the Town, the provision that establishes the higher
standard to protect the health, safety and welfare of the general public
prevails.
3.3
All repairs and maintenance of Property required by the Standards
prescribed by this by-law shall be carried out in a manner accepted as
good workmanship in the trades concerned and with materials suitable
and sufficient for the purpose.
3.4
No Person shall use or occupy or permit the use or occupancy of any
Property that does not conform to the Standards set out in this by-law.
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3.5
The Owner of any Property which does not conform to the Standards
shall repair and maintain such Property to conform to the Standards,
or shall clear the site of all buildings, structures, Debris or refuse and
leave it in a graded and levelled condition.
3.6
In the case of Part IV Heritage Properties and Part V Properties, those
properties shall not be cleared of all buildings and structures that do not
conform to the Standards.
3.7
No Person shall remove from any premises any Sign, notice or placard
placed thereon pursuant to Section 15 of the Building Code or this by-
law.
3.8
Following the inspection of a Property, the Officer may or on the
request of the Owners shall, issue to the Owner a Certificate of
Compliance if, in his opinion, the Property is in compliance with the
Standards of this by-law.
3.9
The Owner of every Multiple Dwelling shall cause to be posted in a
prominent place which is common to and regularly frequented by the
residents therein the name, address and telephone number of the
manager or a responsible Person for such Property and the name and
telephone number of an authorised Person to contact in the case of an
emergency on a 24-hour basis.
4.0
PROPERTY STANDARDS COMMITTEE
4.1
A Property Standards Committee is hereby established consisting of
three members.
4.2
The Property Standards Committee shall hear appeals pursuant to
section 15.3 of the Building Code Act, 1992 as amended, or
substituted from time to time.
4.3
The term of appointment of the Property Standards Committee shall
be for the term of Council.
4.4
A member shall be at least 18 eighteen years old, Canadian citizens or
landed immigrants and either residents or municipal taxpayers of the
Town.
4.5
Members shall not act as agents for any Person on their appeal of an
order to the Property Standards Committee.
4.6
Property Standards Committee members will immediately cease to
be a member where before the expiry of his or her term:
1) Resigns
2) Is unable for any reason to perform the duties of the Committee
for a period of ninety days or more;
3) Cease to be a resident of the Town or the Owner or tenant of land
in the Town; or Canadian citizen
4) Becomes disqualified by statute or otherwise prohibited by law
from voting in an election for Council; or
5) dies, before the expiry of his or her term of office the member will
immediately cease to be a member of the Committee and Council
shall appoint in his or her place another eligible Person for the
unexpired portion of the term.
4.7
The Clerk shall keep on file the records of all official business of the
Committee, including records of all applications and minutes of all
decisions respecting those applications.
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4.8
Property Standards Committee Appeal Hearings are governed by
the Statutory Powers and Procedures Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.S22, as
amended, or substituted from time to time.
5.0
ADMINISTRATION
5.1
The Town shall appoint Property Standards Officer(s) and such staff
to carry out the administration and enforcement of this By-law.
5.2
Any Building, Housing, Plumbing, Heating or Public Health Inspector
or Fire Prevention Officer of the Town is hereby authorised and
directed to act as an assistant to the Officer from time to time.
STANDARDS FOR ALL PROPERTIES
6.0
MAINTENANCE OF YARDS
6.1
Every Yard shall be kept clean and free from:
1) Rubbish, garbage, brush, waste, litter or other Debris;
2) Holes, excavations, or any unprotected wells that create a hazard;
3) Vehicles, boats and trailers that are wrecked, dismantled, abandoned,
unused, inoperative, or not affixed with a valid plate displaying a valid
permit registered to the Vehicle , boat or trailer;
4) Vehicles used for the storage of garbage, rubbish, waste, Debris
inoperative equipment, materials, appliances or similar items.
5) Vehicles parked shall be parked in any Yard except on a maximum
permitted driveway under the designated Zoning by-law.
6) No machinery or parts thereof, or other object, or material, not
associated with the normal occupancy and use of a Property, including
among other things, appliances, fixtures, paper, cartons, boxes, or
building materials such as lumber, masonry material or glass, other than
that intended for immediate use on the Property, shall be stored or
allowed to remain in an exterior Property area.
7) Noxious Weeds pursuant to the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.W.5,
as amended;
8) Excessive growth of other weeds, grass and bushes; grass shall be
kept cut to a reasonable length and the cuttings are to be removed and
disposed of in an appropriate manner;
9) Dilapidated, collapsed or unfinished structures and from the storage or
accumulation of materials that create a Nuisance;
10) Rodents, vermin, insects, termites, and other pests and any condition
which may encourage the infestation or harbouring of such pests;
11) Dead, decayed or damaged trees or other natural growth and the
branches or limbs thereof which create an unsafe or unsightly condition;
12) Hedges and bushes which are unsightly or unreasonably overgrown;
13) No hedge shall be erected in a location which will, does, or may, in the
opinion of the Officer;
1) adversely affect the safety of the public
2) affect the safety of vehicular or pedestrian traffic; or
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3) constitute an obstruction of view for vehicular or pedestrian
traffic, but this does not prevent the erection of a hedge in the
location that is one metre or less in height.
14) (i) areas used for vehicle traffic parking and loading in institutional,
commercial, industrial and multiple residential zones requiring
five (5) or more parking spaces, shall be paved with concrete or
equivalent surfacing or shall be constructed of crushed stone or
gravel and paved with two (2) inches of asphalt over six (6) inches
of granular A material and shall be free from ponding and puddles
and otherwise in good repair.
(ii) areas used for driveways and parking spaces within residential
zones requiring less than five (5) parking spaces shall be paved
with concrete or equivalent surfacing or shall be constructed of
crushed stone or gravel and shall be kept free from ponding and
puddles and otherwise kept in good repair. Where an existing
driveway or parking area is widened, the material used for the
surface of the widened area shall be similar to and compatible
with the finished surface of the existing driveway or parking area.
15) Construction Bins, unless they are actively being used in connection
with the construction or demolition of a building or structure; and
16) Any unsafe or unsightly condition out of character with the
surrounding environment.
17) Any furniture that is manufactured for interior use shall not be placed
outside of a Dwelling.
6.2
Any required hedges, planting, trees and other landscaping on a Property
shall be maintained in a living condition, or shall be replaced with equivalent
landscaping to the satisfaction of the Property Standards Officer.
6.3 Yards shall be graded, cultivated or protected with a suitable Ground Cover
in a manner:
1) with a suitable Ground Cover;
2) to prevent excessive ponding of water;
3) to prevent instability or erosion of soil;
4) to prevent entrance of water into a basement;
5) to be free from conditions which impeded the natural flow of water
6.4
Catch basins, storm drains, and swales shall be maintained in a good state of
repair.
7.0
PAVING AND SURFACE CONDITIONS
7.1
All areas of a Yard which are used for vehicular traffic or parking
including loading areas or bays, shall be:
1) kept free from dirt, surface dust and refuse;
2) maintained in good repair and free from large holes and deep ruts;
3) adequately graded and drained to prevent excessive ponding of water;
4) adequately lighted;
5) provided with secured. curb stops or other restraining devices to
prevent vehicles from damaging Fences, lamp standards, poles or
other structures on the parking lot or adjoining Property and from
encroaching onto adjoining Property;
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6) maintained in good condition and Yards which have been previously
covered with paving materials shall be repaired with similar material or
renewed when necessary;
7) maintained free from conditions which would impede the natural flow
of water. Catch basins and storm drains shall be maintained in a good
state of repair;
8) provided with suitable markings such as painted lines to indicate
parking spaces and shall be maintained so as to be clearly visible.
7.2
In industrial or commercial zones all required parking areas, loading
areas and driveways shall be surfaced and maintained with asphalt,
concrete or interlocking stone where required by by-law or site plan
agreement.
7.3
Exterior steps, walks, loading docks, ramps, curbs, parking spaces,
driveways and similar areas of a Yard shall be maintained in a good state
of repair, free from conditions which prevent passage and free from
hazard to any Person under normal use, and weather conditions.
8.0
SEWAGE DISCHARGE AND DRAINAGE
8.1
Sewage shall be discharged into the Sewage System.
8.2
Untreated or inadequately treated sanitary sewage shall not be discharged
onto the surface of the ground, whether into a natural or artificial drainage
system or otherwise.
8.3
Roof drainage, storm water, swimming pool or sump pump water
discharge shall;
1) be drained from lands so as to prevent recurrent ponding or entrance
of water into a Basement, cellar; or any impervious road allowance; and
2) not be discharged on walkways, stairs, or neighbouring Property.
8.4
Subsurface drainage shall be installed where there is recurring excessive
ponding caused by surface water.
8.5
The storm water run-off from all downspouts or impervious surfaces shall
be contained within the limits of the premises from which it originated until
absorbed by the soil or drained to a storm sewer or to a natural or artificially
created swale or watercourse.
9.0 EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SUPPORTS
9.1
In all Yards, standards supporting artificial lights and all exterior lighting
and the connections thereto shall be kept in a safe condition, in good
repair and in good working order.
10.0 FENCES
10.1
All Fences shall be:
1) maintained in good repair and free from hazards;
2) maintained in a structurally sound condition and plumb, unless
specifically designed to be other than vertical;
3) protected from deterioration by the application of paint or other suitable
protective materials of uniform colour, and constructed of a material
that is inherently resistive to such deterioration;
4) constructed with suitable materials and shall be designed and erected
in workmanlike manner and maintained so as not to create an
unsightly appearance;
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5) free from posters, Signs, notices, advertising material, words, pictures,
drawings or other defacement;
6) capable of performing safely the function for which they were
constructed.
11.0
RETAINING WALLS
11.1
Retaining walls shall be maintained in a state of good repair.
12.0
SIGNS
12.1
All Signs, including their supporting members, shall be maintained in good
repair and any Signs which are excessively weathered or faded or those
upon which the paint has excessively peeled or cracked shall, be removed
or put into a good state of repair.
13.0 ACCESSORY BUILDINGS
13.1
The foundations, walls, roofs and all parts of Accessory Buildings and
other structures appurtenant to the main building shall be:
1) constructed with suitable materials;
2) maintained in good repair;
3) maintained to prevent an unsafe condition or an unsightly appearance.
13.2
The exterior of any Accessory Building or other structure appurtenant to
the main building on a Property shall be protected from deterioration by
the application of paint or other suitable protective material of uniform
colour.
14.0 STRUCTURAL ADEQUACY
14.1
Every part of a Property shall be maintained in good repair and in a
structurally sound condition so as:
1) to be capable of sustaining safely its own weight and any load to which
normally it might be subjected;
2) to be capable of safely accommodating all normal structural
movements without damage, decay or deterioration;
3) to prevent the entry of moisture that would contribute to damage, decay
or deterioration;
4) to be capable of safely and adequately performing subject to all
reasonable design requirements.
14.2
If, in the opinion of the Officer there is doubt as to the structural adequacy
or condition of a building or structure or parts thereof, the Officer may
order that such building or structure or parts thereof be examined and a
written report be prepared by a professional engineer licensed to practice
in Ontario, and employed by the Owner of the building or his authorised
agent. The written report may include drawings, signed and stamped by
the engineer and giving details of the findings and proposed repair
methods, shall be submitted to the Officer.
14.3
Examination and testing of any building or structure or parts thereof
required by Section 14.2 shall be conducted in a manner acceptable to the
Officer and at the Owner's expense.
14.4
Details, drawings and specifications pertaining to all temporary shoring
and other work deemed necessary by the professional engineer shall be
included with the report required by Section 14.2.
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14.5
All work specified by the professional engineer shall be completed in the
manner and within the time which shall be specified by the engineer. The
time specified shall be acceptable to the Officer.
14.6
No structural element may be added, removed, repaired or modified in any
manner until a permit therefor has been obtained from the Chief Building
Official.
14.7
Upon completion of all of the work, a report, signed and stamped by the
professional engineer that all of the work has been completed to his
satisfaction and specifications shall be submitted to the Property
Standards Officer.
15.0 FIRE DAMAGE
15.1
A building or structure damaged by fire, storm or by other causes shall be
demolished or repaired.
15.2
Where a building or structure is damaged by fire, storm or by other causes,
immediate steps shall be taken to prevent or remove a condition which
might endanger Persons on or near the Property and the building or
structure shall be properly supported and barricaded until the necessary
demolition or repair can be carried out.
15.3
Defacement by smoke or by other causes on the exterior wall and surface
of the building or structure or of the remaining parts of the building or
structure shall be removed and the defaced areas refinished in a
workmanlike manner.
16.0
FOUNDATIONS, WALLS, COLUMNS, BEAMS, FLOORS, ROOF
SLABS, BALCONIES AND OPENINGS
16.1
The foundations, walls, columns, beams, floors, roof slabs and balconies
of a building including Storage Garages shall be maintained:
1) in good repair and structurally sound;
2) free from decayed, damaged or weakened sills, piers, posts or other
supports;
3) in a manner so as to prevent the entry of moisture and rodents into the
building;
4) in a manner so as to prevent settlement of the building by restoring or
replacing of the foundation, walls, columns, beams, floors and roof
slabs and where necessary shall be so maintained by the shoring of
the walls and floors, installing sub-soil drains at the footings, grouting
masonry cracks waterproofing the walls and by other methods which
are practical and necessary for the purposes mentioned above.
16.2
The exterior walls of a building shall be maintained;
1) in good repair free from cracked or broken masonry units, defective
or deteriorated wood or metal siding or trim, cracked, broken or loose
stucco, weather- tight, free from loose or unsecured objects and in a
manner to prevent deterioration due to weather or insects.
2) without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the maintenance of an
exterior wall includes the finish with a weather resistant material of all
exterior wood and metal work and restoring, repairing or replacing of
the wall, brick and mortar, the stucco lathing and plaster, the cladding,
the coping and the flashing, and the waterproofing of the walls and
joints.
16.3
Where the masonry units forming an exterior wall, or part of an exterior
wall, of a building are faced with a glazed or other decorative surface, all
of those units from which the surface has spalled or broken shall be
removed and replaced with units having a facing similar to that of the
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original wall so that the wall presents a uniform and neat appearance or
finished with other approved materials.
16.4
All exterior surfaces which have been previously covered with paint or
other protective or decorative materials shall be maintained in good repair
and the covering renewed when it becomes damaged or deteriorated.
16.5
The cladding on the exterior walls of all buildings shall consist of masonry
stucco, wood, plywood, metal or other approved materials of equivalent
strength, durability and fire endurance.
16.7
Unsightly chalk marks, painted slogans and similar markings or
defacements on the exterior surfaces of buildings shall be removed and
the surfaces refinished when necessary.
16.8
Balconies, porches, canopies, marquees, awnings, screens, grills,
stairways, fire escapes, pipes, ducts, air conditioners and all other similar
equipment, attachments, extensions and their supporting members shall
be maintained:
1) in good repair and free from unsafe conditions;
2) free from rubbish and Debris;
3) properly and safely anchored;
4) protected against deterioration and decay by the periodic application
of a weather resistant material such as paint;
5) free from broken or missing glass.
16.9
Exterior doors, windows, skylights, Basement hatchways including storm
and screen doors and storm windows shall be:
1) maintained in good repair and weather- tight;
2) free from rotted or defective members;
3) free from torn, damaged or missing screens;
4) free from defective or missing weather-stripping or caulking;
5) free from defective storm or screen doors;
6) free from broken or missing glass.
16.10
Openings in exterior walls shall be effectively protected by suitable
materials to prevent entry of rodents, vermin and insects.
16.11
Section 16.10 does not apply where it can be shown to the satisfaction of
the Officer that the implementation of this section would adversely affect
the normal operations in a Non-Residential Property.
16.0 AIR CONDITIONERS AND WATER COOLED EQUIPMENT
16.1
Air conditioners shall be equipped with adequate devices for the
prevention of condensation drainage onto entrance areas, sidewalks or
pathways.
16.2
Cooling water from water-cooled equipment shall not be discharged on
driveways, walkways or other areas used for pedestrian or vehicular traffic,
or in such manner that it may cause damage to the walls, foundations or
other parts of a building. The discharge of cooling water from all water-
cooled equipment shall be connected to a proper drainage system. The
connections of the drainage system shall be made to comply with all
applicable governmental regulations.
17.0 ROOFS
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17.1
All roofs shall be maintained:
1) in a watertight condition;
2) free from loose or unsecured objects or materials;
3) free from dangerous accumulation of snow or ice or both;
4) free from all other accident, fire or health hazards;
5) so that roof decks and related Guards are in a good state of repair;
and
6) free from conditions causing or contributing to leaks or being
detrimental to the appearance of the building.
17.2
Soffit and fascia components shall be secured and maintained in good
repair and properly painted or otherwise treated.
17.3
Where eavestoughs, roof gutters and downspouts are installed they shall
be kept in good repair, free from leaks, and securely fastened to the
building.
17.4
Metal eaves troughs, rainwater pipes, flashing and all exterior metal
ducts shall be kept free from rust by application of a suitable protective
material such as paint, and shall be renewed when such application is
impractical or ineffective.
18.0 STAIRS, HANDRAILS AND GUARDS
18.1
All stairs, porches and landings, all treads and risers, all Guards and
handrails, and all supporting structural members thereof, shall be
maintained free from defects and accident hazards and capable of
supporting all loads to which they might be subjected.
18.2
All ramps, stairs, stairs within Dwelling Units having more than 2 risers and
exterior stairs having more than 3 risers, shall be provided with a handrail
in accordance with the requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
18.3
Guards shall be installed securely in accordance with the requirements of
the Ontario Building Code and maintained in good repair. Without
limiting the generality of the foregoing:
1) all open sides of interior and exterior stairs of multiple residential
buildings shall be protected by a Guard in accordance with the
Building Code;
2) all landings, balconies, galleries, mezzanines, porches, decks, floor
openings and roofs to which access is provided for other than
maintenance purposes of a multiple residential building shall be
protected by a non-climbable Guard in accordance with the Building
Code;
3) Guards around exterior balconies of a multiple residential building
shall be designed so that no member, attachment or opening located
between 100 mm (4") and 900 mm (35") above the balcony floor will
facilitate climbing;
4) openings through a Guard on interior and exterior balconies, stairs,
landings, galleries, mezzanines, porches, decks, floor openings and
roofs to which access is provided for other than maintenance
purposes of a multiple residential building shall be such as to prevent
the passage of a spherical object having a diameter of 100 mm (4");
5) all exterior landings, porches, decks, raised walkways, balconies and
roofs to which access is provided for other than maintenance
purposes serving not more than one Dwelling Unit shall be protected
by a Guard having a minimum height of 1070 mm (42") except that
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Guards for porches, decks, landings and balconies serving not more
than one Dwelling Unit and which are not more than 1.8m (5'-11")
above the finish ground level may be a minimum of 900 mm (35") high;
6) Guards on all exterior stairs serving not more than one Dwelling Unit
shall be not less than 900 mm (35") high measured vertically above a
line drawn through the outside edges of the stair nosing;
7) all open sides of interior stairs within a Dwelling Unit shall be protected
by a Guard not less than 900 mm (350 ") high measured vertically
above a line drawn through the outside edges of the stair nosing;
8) Guards on all interior landings, balconies and on all open sides where
the difference in elevation between adjacent levels exceeds 600 mm
(24") within a Dwelling Unit shall be not less than 900 mm (35") high;
9) openings through a Guard on a balcony, stair, landing and the floor
level around a stairwell serving not more than one Dwelling Unit shall
be of a size so as to prevent the passage of a spherical object having
a diameter of 100 mm (4");
10) Guards around porches, decks, and exterior balconies of a Dwelling
Unit shall be designed so that no member, attachment or opening
located between 100 mm (4") and 900 mm (35") above the balcony
floor will facilitate climbing;
11) all open sides of interior and exterior stairs of a non-residential building
shall be protected by a Guard having a minimum height of 900 mm
(35") measured vertically above a line drawn through the outside edges
of the stair nosing;
12) all interior and exterior balconies, landings, galleries, mezzanines,
decks, porches, floor openings and roofs to which access is provided
for other than maintenance purposes of a non-residential building
shall be protected by a Guard having a minimum height of 1070 mm
(42");
13) openings through a Guard on all stairs, balconies, landings, galleries,
mezzanines, decks, porches, floor openings and roofs to which access
is provided for other than maintenance purposes shall be of a size so
as to prevent the passage of a spherical object having a diameter of
100 mm (4") in residential occupancies, day care centres, nurseries or
other similar occupancies where children may be present and 200 mm
(8") in other non-residential buildings;
14) except as provided in 18.3 (5), all retaining walls and other locations
where the vertical distance to the surface or horizontal plane below
exceeds 600 mm (24") shall be protected by a Guard in accordance
with the Building Code;
18.4
Fire escapes shall be of metal, concrete or wood, of the stair type
extending to ground level, constructed in a substantial manner and
securely fixed to the building in accordance with the Building Code.
18.5
Guards on fire escapes and landings shall be in accordance with the
Building Code.
19.0 FLOORS AND FIRE PROTECTION
19.1
Floors shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition and free from
stains, rubbish and Debris.
19.2
The floors of rooms in which Plumbing Fixtures are installed shall be
maintained reasonably impervious to water and in such a condition as to
permit easy cleaning.
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19.3
Floors shall be maintained reasonably smooth and level and free from
warped or decayed boards, large cracks, depressions, protrusions,
deterioration or other defects which are fire, health or accident hazards.
19.4
Wall, floor, ceiling and roof construction, fire protective closures, sprinkler
systems and other means of fire protection shall be maintained in such a
manner as to afford the fire protective properties required by all relevant
governmental regulations.
19.5
Floor covering when removed, deteriorated or damaged, shall be replaced
so that the flooring presents a uniform and neat appearance.
20.0 CHIMNEY, FLUES AND RELATED EQUIPMENT
20.1
Heating equipment, vent pipes, exhaust hoods, chimneys, smoke stacks,
flues, ducts and similar equipment shall be constructed, installed and
maintained free from obstructions and to comply with all applicable
governmental regulations and to prevent:
1) obstruction to the free passage of Persons within a building;
2) the heating of adjacent combustible materials, walls and structural
members to unsafe temperatures;
3) the entrance of smoke or gases into a building;
4) fire and accident hazards.
20.2
Where a heating system, heating equipment or any auxiliary heating units'
burn solid or liquid fuel a place for such fuel shall be provided and
maintained in a safe condition and in a convenient location so as to be free
from fire or accident hazards.
20.3
All piping for gas or oil fuel and all electrical connections to a heating
system shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the
requirements of all applicable governmental regulations.
20.4
Fuel burning heating equipment shall be effectively connected to a
chimney or flue which leads to the exterior of the building in which the
equipment is installed and shall be furnished with an adequate supply of
air to ensure proper combustion of the fuel.
20.5
Every chimney, smoke-pipe, flue and gas vent in use or available for use
in a building shall be:
1) installed and maintained so as to prevent the escape of smoke or
gases into the building;
2) clear of obstructions;
3) free from open joints;
4) free from broken and loose masonry;
5) in good repair and plumb.
20.6
A prefabricated chimney or flue shall be of a type suitable for the appliance
for which it is being used and shall be kept in good repair, properly secured
and free from fire, health and accidental hazards.
21.0 NUISANCE
21.1
On Property which, because of its condition or because of its use or
occupancy or for other reason, creates a Nuisance to Occupants of
adjacent Property or to Persons in the neighbourhood or to the user of
streets or parks, every reasonable precaution shall be taken to prevent
such Nuisance. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing such
precautions shall include:
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1) providing and maintaining an effective barrier to prevent the light from
lamp standards, Signs, vehicle head lamps and other sources from
shining directly into a Dwelling Unit;
2) providing and maintaining an effective barrier to prevent waste,
wrappings, Debris and the like from encroaching an adjacent
Property;
3) the removal of excessive accumulation of materials from a Yard unless
such materials are required for a business being lawfully conducted on
the Property;
4) providing and maintaining an effective barrier to prevent dumping,
placing or depositing any Debris of any kind onto the Property;
5) employing all means necessary and sufficient for the purpose.
21.2
The place for temporary storage and disposal of garbage and refuse shall
be maintained;
1) in a litter free condition;
2) in a manner that will not attract pests or create a health or safety
hazard;
3) screened from a public highway, street, walkway, park or Residential
Property so as not to be visible from such locations.
21.3
All properties shall be provided with sufficient containers or receptacles to
safely contain all garbage, rubbish, waste and other refuse.
22.0 VACANT PROPERTY
22.1
Where any Property is unoccupied the Owner or his agent shall protect
every such Property against the risk of fire, accident or other danger and
shall effectively prevent the entrance thereto of all unauthorised Persons.
22.2
Vacant building shall be boarded up to the satisfaction of the Officer by
covering all openings through which entry may be obtained with at least
12.7 mm (0.5 inch) weatherproof sheet plywood securely fastened to the
building and painted a colour compatible with the surrounding walls.
22.3
Where a building remains vacant for a period of more than ninety days
(90), the Owner or his agent, shall ensure that all utilities serving the
building are properly disconnected or otherwise secured to prevent
accidental or malicious damage to the building or adjacent Property.
22.4
Section 22.3 does not apply where such utilities are necessary for the
safety or security of the building.
23.0 STORAGE GARAGES
23.1
All Storage Garages shall be adequately lighted at all times.
23.2
The interior walls, ceilings, and columns of the Storage Garage area
painted white,
23.3
The materials used to provide a white surface on the walls, ceiling and
columns of Storage Garages shall:
a) be suitable for application to the material of which the walls, ceilings
and columns are formed;
b) shall be washable and shall be washed or renewed as is necessary to
maintain a reasonably clean and bright surface.
23.4
No machinery, boats, vehicles including trailers, or parts thereof which are
in an unusable, wrecked, unlicensed, discarded or abandoned condition
shall be stored or allowed to remain in a Storage Garage.
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23.5
Every floor, wall, ceiling and stairwell of a Storage Garage shall be kept
clean and free from rubbish and Debris and from objects or conditions that
might create a fire, health or accident hazard.
23.6
All Means of Egress within a Storage Garage shall be provided with
clean, clear, unobstructed and readily visible exit Signs for every required
exit and maintained in good repair.
24.0 DEMOLITION
24.1
Where a building, Accessory Building, Fence or other structure on a
Property is demolished, the site shall be cleared of all rubbish, Debris,
refuse, masonry, lumber and other materials and left in a graded and
levelled condition.
24.2
Where part of a building or structure has been demolished, the exterior
walls of the remaining part of the building or structure shall comply with the
requirements of this by-law and the walls shall be parged or otherwise
treated to prevent the entry of water into the building and to present a neat
and uniform appearance, free from the outlines of partitions, stairs, doors,
and from areas of multi-coloured paint or wallpaper.
24.3
Where a building, Accessory Building or other structure is being
demolished, every precaution shall be taken to protect adjoining Property
and members of the public. Such precaution shall include the erection of
Fences, barricades, covered ways for pedestrians and all other means of
protection necessary for the purpose.
SUPPLEMENTARY STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
25.0
DUTIES OF OCCUPANTS
25.1
Every Occupant of a Dwelling in that part of the Dwelling that he or she
occupies or controls shall:
1) limit the number of Occupants thereof to the maximum number
permitted by this by-law;
2) maintain all plumbing, cooking, refrigerating appliances and fixtures
and all storage facilities and other equipment therein in a clean and
sanitary condition;
3) keep all exits unobstructed;
4) maintain the same in a clean condition;
5) co-operate with the landlord in complying with the requirements of
this by-law.
26.0
CLEANLINESS
26.1
A Dwelling shall at all times be kept free of rodents, vermin and insects
which may be deleterious to safety, health, and comfort from conditions
which may encourage infestation by such pests.
26.2
In Multiple Dwellings every garbage chute, garbage disposal room,
garbage storage area, garbage container or receptacle shall be washed
and disinfected as often as is necessary to maintain a clean and odour free
condition.
26.3
Garbage chutes and garbage disposal rooms must be kept in use and
maintained in working order at all times.
27.0 OCCUPANCY STANDARDS
27.1
A Non-Habitable Room shall not be used as a Habitable Room.
27.2
A bedroom shall be a Habitable Room and no kitchen, Bathroom or
hallway shall be used as a bedroom.
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27.3
The maximum number of Persons residing in a Dwelling Unit shall not
exceed one Person for each 9 square meters (97 square feet) of
Habitable Room floor area.
27.4
The minimum area of a room used by only one Person for sleeping shall
be 6 square metres (64.5 square feet). The minimum dimension of any
Habitable Room shall be 2 metres (6.5 feet).
27.5
The minimum area of a room used by two or more Persons for sleeping
shall be 4 square metres (43 square feet) for each Person so using the
area.
27.6
Every Habitable Room shall have a ceiling height in accordance with the
requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
27.7
Any Dwelling Unit or portion thereof shall not be used as a Dwelling
unless it meets the requirements of this by-law, the requirements of the
Ontario Building Code and Fire Code.
27.8
Each kitchen in a Dwelling Unit shall be provided with an approved gas
or electrical supply for cooking purposes.
27.9
Each kitchen in a Dwelling Unit when equipped with refrigerator, cooking
stove, kitchen fixture and fittings shall have such appliances, fixtures and
fittings maintained in good repair and good working order.
27.10
Every Dwelling Unit shall be equipped with a carbon monoxide
detector if the building is equipped with a fuel fired appliance or an
interconnected attached garage.
27.11
Every Dwelling Unit shall be equipped and maintained with a
smoke detector in accordance with the requirements of the Ontario
Building Code.
28.0
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
28.1
Every Supplied facility, piece of equipment or appliance shall be so
constructed and installed that it will function safely and effectively and shall
be maintained in a safe and satisfactory working condition.
28.2
A mail box or mail receptacle shall be Supplied for every Dwelling
Unit in a building and maintained in good repair.
29.0
DISCONNECTING UTILITIES
29.1
No Owner, nor anyone acting on his behalf, shall disconnect or cause to
be disconnected any service or utility providing light, heat, refrigeration,
water or cooking facilities for Residential Property occupied by a tenant
or lessee, except for such reasonable period of time as may be required
for the purpose of repairing, replacing or altering such service or utility.
29.2
A Person liable for rates for gas, water, steam, electric power, fuel oil or
other service or utility, who fails to pay such rates with the result that the
gas, water, steam, electric power, fuel oil or other service or utility is
disconnected or shut off, removed or discontinued, shall be deemed to
have caused or permitted such disconnection, shutting off, removal or
discontinuance and is therefore guilty of an offence under Section 28.1.
30.0 DOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS
30.1
Interior door and door frames including automatic door closets and all
necessary hardware shall be maintained in good repair to ensure the
proper operation and integrity of the door and the door shall be a good fit
in its frame.
30.2
Doors connecting Dwelling Units to the exterior or to an entrance or exit
system shared in common with other Dwelling Units shall have locking
devices and other necessary hardware installed and maintained in good
repair. Access doors, as above, shall afford the Occupants of the
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Dwelling Unit with a reasonable degree of privacy and safety and prevent
the entry of draughts into the Dwelling Unit.
30.3
In the public parts of Multiple Dwellings, missing, cracked and broken
glass in door panels, glass screens, and windows shall be replaced with
approved glass or similar materials.
30.4
Every wall and ceiling in a Dwelling or in a Dwelling Unit shall be
maintained so as to be free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated
plaster or other material and finished to match the existing wall or ceiling.
30.5
Repairs made to the walls and ceiling of a Dwelling or in a Dwelling Unit,
shall be completed in a workmanlike manner and each repair shall be
finished to match the existing wall or ceiling.
30.6
Previously finished wall and other surfaces in the public parts of Multiple
Dwellings shall be maintained in good repair and shall be renewed or
refinished when necessary to maintain an attractive appearance.
Unsightly chalk marks, painted slogans and similar markings or
defacements on walls or other surfaces shall be removed and the surface
refinished when necessary.
30.7
In Multiple Dwellings, glazed doors, windows and other transparent
surfaces in those parts of the building used by the tenants in common shall
be kept in reasonably clean condition.
30.8
Every wall, ceiling, staircase and landing, furnishing, fixture and appliance
in a Dwelling shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition and the
Dwelling shall be kept free from rubbish and Debris.
30.9
Garbage chutes and garbage disposal rooms shall have fire doors fitted
with self-closing devices and all necessary hardware and every such door
shall be a good fit in its frame and maintained in good repair.
31.0 HEATING
31.1
Every Dwelling and every Dwelling Unit shall be provided with a heating
system capable of maintaining a room temperature of 21 degrees C (70
degrees F) at 1.5 metres (5 feet) above the floor level in all Habitable
Rooms, Bathrooms and Toilet Rooms.
31.2
Every heating system shall be constructed, installed and maintained to
comply with the requirements of all applicable governmental regulations
and shall be maintained in good working condition so as to be capable of
heating a room safely to the temperature referred to in Section 31.1.
31.3
Fireplaces and other solid-fuel burning appliances shall be connected to a
smoke pipe, chimney flue or gas vent and shall be installed in accordance
with the current standards of the Underwriters Laboratory of Canada and
the manufacturer's instructions.
31.4
If, in the opinion of the Officer there is a reason to believe that the heating
system of a building has been constructed, installed or maintained not in
compliance with the requirements of all applicable governmental
regulations, the Officer may order that such heating system be examined
and a written report be prepared by a certified heating contractor and
employed by the Owner of the building or his or her authorised agent. The
written report signed by the certified heating contractor and giving details
of the findings and proposed repairs shall be submitted to the Property
Standards Officer.
31.5
All work specified by the certified heating contractor shall be completed in
the manner and within the time which shall be specified by the contractor.
The time specified shall be acceptable to the Officer.
31.6
A permit shall be obtained from the Building Inspector where the
method of operation of an existing heating system is altered, the repair,
adjustment or component replacements that change the capacity or extent
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of safety of the system shall conform with the requirements of the Ontario
Building Code.
31.6
On completion of all work to the heating system, the Officer shall be
provided with a signed certificate from the certified heating contractor.
Where applicable, a Certificate of Inspection signed by the Chief
Inspector, Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations, pursuant to
the Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act shall be provided.
32.0
SEPARATIONS
32.1
Every Dwelling shall be so constructed and protected as to prevent the
passage of noxious fumes and gases from a part of the Dwelling that is
not used, designed or intended to be used for human habitation into other
parts of the Dwelling.
33.0 PLUMBING
33.1
All plumbing, drainpipes, waterpipes, Plumbing Fixtures and every
connecting line to the Sewage System shall:
1) comply with the requirements of all applicable governmental
regulations;
2) be maintained in good working order free from leaks or defects;
3) be protected from freezing.
33.2
Every Dwelling shall be provided with an adequate supply of potable
running water from a source approved by the Medical Officer of Health
for the Region of York.
33.3
Every Dwelling Unit shall be provided with at least a water closet, a wash
basin, a kitchen sink and a bathtub or shower. All Plumbing Fixtures shall
be connected to a Sewage System.
33.4
A water closet shall be located within and be accessible from within the
Dwelling Unit and shall be located and equipped to afford privacy to
Persons using such water closet.
33.5
All Plumbing Fixtures and appliances installed within a Dwelling shall be
maintained in good working condition and in a clean and sanitary condition.
33.6
Every sink, wash basin, bathtub and shower in a Dwelling Unit shall be
provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold running water.
33.7
All hot water shall be Supplied at a temperature ranging from 45 degrees
C (113 degrees F) to 60 degrees C (140 degrees F) in accordance with
the requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
33.8
Every sink, wash basin and laundry facility in a Dwelling shall be provided
with an adequate supply of hot and cold running water.
33.9
Adequate potable running water shall be Supplied to every water closet.
34.0
MOULD
34.1
Buildings and structures shall be kept clear and free from mould or any
condition that may cause mould or other types of decay.
35.0
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY AND LIGHTING
35.1
Every Dwelling Unit shall be connected to an electrical supply system and
shall be wired for electricity.
35.2
The electrical wiring, pipes for conducting fuel and all equipment and
appliances for use in a Dwelling Unit or Accessory Building shall be
installed and maintained in good working order so as not to cause a fire or
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electrical shock hazard and in accordance with all applicable governmental
regulations.
35.3
Adequate artificial light shall be available at all times, in all rooms and in
every stairway, hall and Basement in a Dwelling.
35.4
In Multiple Dwellings, every stairway, hall, exit and entrance, and all other
parts of the Dwelling used by the tenants in common shall be adequately
lighted at all times.
35.5
In Multiple Dwellings exterior steps, walks, loading docks, ramps, parking
spaces, driveways and similar areas of a Yard shall be adequately lighted
at all times.
35.6
All electrical fixtures, switches, receptacles and connections thereto shall
be maintained in a safe and complete condition and in working order.
36.0
WINDOWS AND WALL OPENINGS
36.1
Every Habitable Room in a Dwelling except a kitchen shall contain an
outside window or windows which shall be maintained in good repair, and
which shall:
1) have a total light transmitting area of not less than 10 percent of the
floor area in living room and dining room and have a total light
transmitting area of not less than 5 percent of the floor area in
bedrooms and other finished rooms;
2) when designed to open, be easily opened and closed at all times and
the area of the openable portion shall comply with the requirements of
the Ontario Building Code;
3) be provided with proper and suitable hardware and effective locking
devices so as to properly perform their intended function.
4) have the total light transmitting area of the window wells counted in the
calculations referred to in article 4.11.1 (1) provided that one half of the
area of such windows is above the top of the window well. Where less
than half the light transmitting area of a window is above the top of a
window well, only that area of the window above the top of the window
well may be counted in the calculations.
36.2
Every opening in an exterior wall which is not protected by a door or
window shall be screened with wire mesh, metal grill or otherwise suitably
protected to prevent the entry of vermin or rodents.
36.3
All windows in a Dwelling Unit designed to be opened shall be fitted with
screens so as to prevent the entrance of insects and rodents and
maintained in good repair.
37.0
VENTILATION
37.1
In every Dwelling Unit:
1) Every kitchen, Bathroom, shower room and Toilet Room shall be
provided with adequate natural or artificial means of ventilation.
2) Where any system of mechanical ventilation is provided for any
building or accessory structure, room or series of rooms such system,
including monitoring devices for air contaminants or operability and
supports shall be:
i.
capable of completely changing the air in the room in accordance
with the requirements of the Ontario Building Code;
ii. regularly cleaned and maintained in working order, good repair,
and in a safe condition at all times.
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37.2
In Multiple Dwellings every laundry room, garbage room, corridor, boiler
room, Storage Garage and all parts of the building used by the tenants
in common shall be adequately ventilated in accordance with ASHRAE
(American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Engineers) standards 62, Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality.
37.3
A mechanical ventilation system in laundry room, garbage room, corridor,
boiler room, Storage Garage and all parts of the building used by the
tenants in common shall be:
a) maintained in good repair and in good working order;
b) maintained in a safe condition;
c) regularly cleaned.
38.0 MEANS OF EGRESS FOR MULTIPLE DWELLING UNITS
38.1
Every Dwelling Unit shall have a safe, continuous and unobstructed
passage from the interior of the Dwelling Unit to an exit at or near Grade
level.
38.2
All Means of Egress within a Multiple Dwelling shall be provided with
clean, clear, unobstructed and readily visible exit Signs for every required
exit and maintained in good repair.
38.3
The passage required as egress from one Dwelling Unit shall not pass
through any other Dwelling Unit.
38.4
In Multiple Dwellings every reasonable precaution shall be taken to
prevent unauthorised Persons from entering the Dwelling or a garage or
other building accessory to the Dwelling.
38.5
In every Multiple Dwelling containing 10 or more Dwelling Units, a two
way voice communication system shall be provided between each
Dwelling Unit and the main entrance and each Dwelling Unit shall be
provided with a security locking and release mechanism for the main
entrance and such mechanism shall be maintained in a locked position at
all times. Such mechanisms shall be maintained in good repair and in an
operative condition.
38.6 In Multiple Dwellings where a voice communication system between each
Dwelling Unit and the front lobby and security locking and release
facilities for the entrance have been provided and are controlled from each
Dwelling Unit, such facilities shall be maintained in good repair and in
operative condition.
38.7
Every door used as an entrance to or Means of Egress from a
Multiple Dwelling where a voice communication system between each
Dwelling Unit and the front lobby and security locking and release
facilities for the entrance have been provided or from a Storage Garage
which is not open and available for use by the general public shall be kept
closed and locked and shall be provided with approved self-closing and
self-locking mechanisms and shall not be secured in an open position
except in an emergency situation.
38.8
Doors used as a Means of Egress from a Multiple Dwelling or a Storage
Garage shall be so arranged as to be readily opened without the use of a
key, in the direction of exit travel.
39.0 WINDOW CATCHES AND GUARDS
39.1
Every window of a Dwelling Unit which is located above the first storey
of a Multiple Dwelling shall be equipped with a safety device to prevent
the opening of any part of such window to a width in excess of 100 mm
(4"), such devices to be to the requirements of the Ontario Building Code.
39.2
Every window located above the first storey in corridors, stairways, and
other public areas of a Multiple Dwelling, that extends to less than 1070
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mm (42") above the floor or landing, shall be protected by a Guard of at
least 1070 mm (42") in height, having no openings large enough to permit
the passage of a spherical object with a diameter of 100 mm (4") and
having no member, attachment or opening, which will facilitate climbing,
located between 100 mm (4") and 900 mm (35 1/2") above the floor or the
bottom of the Guard.
40.0 ELEVATING DEVICES
40.1
Elevating devices in a Dwelling, including all parts, lighting fixtures,
lamps, elevator buttons, floor indicators and ventilation fans shall be
maintained in good repair and operational.
SUPPLEMENTARY STANDARDS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL
PROPERTIES
41.0 DUTIES OF OWNERS AND OCCUPANTS
41.1
Every Owner, and every Occupant in that part of Non-Residential
Property that he occupies or controls, shall maintain the Property:
1) in a clean, sanitary and safe condition, free from litter, refuse and
Debris including such litter and refuse as may be left by customers or
other members of the general public and shall provide containers for
the disposal of such litter or refuse;
2) free from objects or conditions which are health, fire, or accident
hazards;
3) free from rodents, vermin and Injurious insects.
41.2
In a Mixed-use Building no Owner or Occupant thereof, nor anyone
acting on behalf of such Owner or Occupant, shall disconnect or cause to
be disconnected, any service or utility providing light, heat, refrigeration,
water or cooking facilities serving the residential portion therein and
occupied by a tenant or lessee, except for such reasonable period of time
as may be required for the purpose of repairing, replacing or altering such
service or utility.
41.3
A Person liable for rates for gas, water, steam, electric power, fuel oil or
other service or utility, who fails to pay such rates with the result that the
gas, water, steam, electric power, fuel oil or other service or utility is
disconnected or shut off, removed or discontinued, shall be deemed to
have caused or permitted such disconnection, shutting off, removal or
discontinuance and is therefore guilty of an offence under Sub-section
41.2
42.0 INTERIOR WALLS, CEILINGS AND FLOORS
42.1
Interior walls, floors and ceilings shall be maintained:
1) free from health, fire and accident hazards;
2) in good repair and free from holes, large cracks, broken plaster and
loose or broken masonry;
3) in a clean and sanitary condition which is reasonable considering the
use or operation;
4) free from missing, cracked and broken glass in door panels, glass
screens and windows. Cracked and broken glass in broken door
panels, glass screens and windows shall be replaced with approved
glass or other approved material.
42.2
In Mixed-use Buildings wherein noxious fumes, odours or gases are, or
could be present, all surfaces separating the non-residential portion from
the residential portion shall be of gastight construction and maintained in
a good state of repair so as effectively to prevent the passage of noxious
fumes, odours or gases through the separation.
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42.3
Plaster repairs made to the walls and ceilings of non-residential
properties shall be completed in a workmanlike manner and each repair
shall be finished to match the existing wall or ceiling.
42.4 In non-residential buildings, glazed doors, windows and other transparent
surfaces shall be kept in a reasonably clean condition.
42.5 Interior doors and door frames including automatic door closers and all
necessary hardware shall be maintained in good repair to ensure the
proper operation and integrity of the door and the door shall be a good fit
in its frame.
42.6
Every Supplied facility, piece of equipment or appliance shall be so
constructed and installed that it will function safely and effectively and shall
be maintained in a safe and satisfactory working condition.
43.0 HEATING
43.1
Every Non-Residential Property shall be provided with a heating system
capable of maintaining an appropriate temperature for the operations
carried on within the Property and which shall be maintained in a safe and
good working condition.
43.2
Non-residential properties shall be provided with a heating system
capable of maintaining a minimum temperature of 18 degrees C (64
degrees F) between the month of September in each year and the month
of June of the following year when the premises are occupied.
44.0 PLUMBING
44.1
In every non-residential building, Plumbing Fixtures shall be provided
and installed in accordance with the requirements of all applicable
governmental regulations.
44.2
All plumbing, drainpipes, water pipes and Plumbing Fixtures in every
non-residential Property and every connecting line to the Sewage
System, shall be maintained in good working order and free from leaks
and defects and in compliance with all applicable government regulations;
and all water pipes, drain pipes and appurtenances thereto shall be
protected from freezing.
44.3
All installed Plumbing Fixtures:
1) shall be kept in good repair, in a clean and sanitary condition and every
Sanitary Unit shall be so located and enclosed as to be easily
accessible to and provide privacy for, the Persons using such Sanitary
Units;
2) shall be connected to a Sewage System;
3) shall be provided with an adequate supply of running water and such
fixtures as washbasins, showers and other fixtures at which hot water
is required, shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot water at
a minimum temperature of 49 degrees C (120 F).
44.4
Rooms in which Plumbing Fixtures are installed shall be maintained in a
clean and sanitary condition and the walls and ceilings shall be provided
with a smooth surface reasonably impervious to water and resistant to
chipping or cracking.
44.5
The paint on walls and ceilings in rooms in which Plumbing Fixtures are
installed shall be renewed as often as necessary and maintained in a clean
and sanitary condition.
44.6
In Mixed-use Buildings, Plumbing Fixtures installed in connection with
the non-residential portion of the building and available for use by
members of the public, shall be separate from such fixtures required by
the Standards for the residential portion of the building.
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45.0 ELECTRICAL SERVICES AND LIGHTING
45.1
Non-residential properties shall be wired for electricity and connected to
an electrical supply system so that an adequate supply of electrical power
may be available at all times.
45.2
The electrical connection to and the wiring system of a Non-Residential
Property shall be installed and maintained in good working order, free
from fire and accident hazards and in compliance with the requirements
of all applicable governmental regulations.
45.3
In all parts of a non-residential building a level of illumination shall be
provided and maintained which will adequately protect all Persons within
the building from health and accident hazards.
45.4
Artificial lighting shall be provided and maintained in good working order
at all times in every stairway, hall and passageway, in every room in
which Plumbing Fixtures are installed, and in every furnace room and
boiler room.
45.5
All electrical fixtures, switches, receptacles and connections thereto shall
be maintained in a safe and complete condition and in working order.
45.6
Exterior steps, walks, loading docks, ramps, parking spaces, driveways
and similar areas of a Yard shall be adequately lighted at all times.
46.0 VENTILATION
46.1
Mechanical ventilating equipment and the supports for such equipment
shall be maintained in good repair and in a safe mechanical condition.
46.2
All non-residential properties shall be adequately ventilated by
natural or mechanical means and with regard to the operations carried on
therein, to ensure that Persons within the Property are not exposed to
conditions deleterious to their health or safety.
46.3
Ventilation shall be provided for every room in which Plumbing
Fixtures are installed, every locker room and clothes drying room either
by means of natural ventilation through openings directly to the outside air
or by means of mechanical ventilation, which will ensure a complete
change of air within the room at least once per hour.
46.4
Where a system of mechanical ventilation exhausting noxious fumes,
gases, dust or sawdust from a building is installed, the discharge from such
a system shall terminate above the roof line of the building and not less
than 3.05 metres (10 feet) clear of any skylight, window, ventilation or other
opening into a building and shall be operated in such a way as not to
constitute a Nuisance.
47.0 MEANS OF EGRESS
47.1
All Means of Egress within a non-residential building shall be:
1) maintained free from all obstructions or impediments;
2) provided with adequate lighting.
3) provided with clean, clear, unobstructed and readily visible exit Signs,
for every required exit.
47.2
In a Mixed-use Building, no Means of Egress from the non-residential
portion of the building shall pass through any part of any Dwelling Unit
unless the Occupant thereof is also the Occupant of the non-residential
portion.
48.0 WINDOW GUARDS
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48.1
Every window in a non-residential building located above the first Storey
in corridors, stairways and other public areas that extends to less than
1070 mm (42") above the floor or landing shall be protected by a Guard at
least 1070 mm (42") in height and having no openings large enough to
permit the passage of a spherical object with a diameter of 200 mm (8")
and be non- climbable.
49.0 ELEVATING DEVICES
49.1
Elevating devices in a non-residential building, including all parts, lighting
fixtures, lamps, elevator buttons, floor indicators and ventilation fans shall
be maintained in good repair and operational.
HERRITAGE BUILDINGS
50.0
HERITAGE ATTRIBUTES
50.1
In addition to the minimum Standards for the Maintenance and
occupancy of Property set out elsewhere in this by-law, the Owner or
Occupant of a Part IV or Part V Heritage Property shall:
1) maintain, preserve and protect the Heritage Attributes of the Part IV
or Part V Heritage Property so as to maintain its heritage character
as well as its visual and structural heritage integrity;
2) maintain the Part IV or Part V Heritage Property in a manner that will
ensure the protection and preservation of its heritage values and
attributes; and,
3) obtain a Heritage Permit from Council prior to performing work or
causing any work to be performed under this section of this by-law.
51.0
REPAIR OF HERITAGE ATTRIBUTES
51.1
Despite any other provision of this By-law, where a Heritage Attribute of
a Part IV or Part V Heritage Property can be repaired the Heritage
Attribute shall not be replaced and shall be repaired:
1) in a manner that minimizes damage to the heritage values and
attributes;
2) in a manner that maintains the design, colour, texture. grain or
distinctive features of the Heritage Attributes; and
3) Using the same types of materials as the original and in keeping with
the design, colour, texture, grain and any other distinctive features of the
original.
51.2
Where the same types of material as the original are no longer available,
using alternative materials that replicate the design, colour, texture, grain
or other distinctive features and appearance of the original materials.
52.0
REPLACEMENT OF HERITAGE ATTRIBUTES
52.1
Despite any other provision of this By-law, where a Heritage Attribute of a
Part IV or Part V Heritage Property cannot be repaired, the heritage
Attribute shall be replaced:
1) using the same types of materials as the original;
2) Where the same types of material as the original are no longer available,
using alternative materials that replicate the design, colour, texture, grain
or other distinctive features and appearance of the original materials.
3) in such a manner as to replicate the design, colour ,texture, grain and
other distinctive features and appearance of the Heritage Attribute; and
4) in a manner that minimizes damage to the Heritage Attributes of the
Property.
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53.0
ALTERATION OF HERITAGE ATTRIBUTES
53.1
Despite any other provision of this By-law or the Building Code Act,
1992, as amended, or as substituted from time to time, no building or
structure of a Part IV and Part V Heritage Property may be altered or
cleared, including but not limited to removed, demolished or relocated
except in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act.
54.0
VACANT AND DAMAGED DESIGNATED HERITAGE PROPERTIES
54.1
Where a Part IV or Part V Heritage Property remains vacant for a period
of 90 days or more, the Owner shall ensure that appropriate utilities
serving the building are connected as required in order to provide,
maintain and monitor proper heating and ventilation to prevent damage to
the Heritage Attributes caused by environmental conditions.
54.2
The Owner of the vacant Part IV or Part V Heritage Property shall protect
the building and Property against the risk of fire, storm, neglect,
intentional damage and damage by other causes by effectively preventing
the entrance to it all animals and unauthorized Persons and by closing
and securing openings to the building with boarding:
1) that completely covers the opening and is properly fitted in a watertight
manner within the side jambs, the head jamb and the exterior bottom sill
of the door or window opening so the exterior trim and cladding remains
uncovered and undamaged by the boarding;
2) that is fastened securely in a manner that minimizes damage to the
Heritage Attributes and the historic fabric and is reversible, and
3) in a manner that minimizes visual impact.
54.3
Despite any of the provisions above, no window, door or other opening on
a Part IV or Part V Heritage Property shall be secured by brick or
masonry units held in place by motor unless required.
54.4
Where utilities are available for the safety and security of the building, an
exterior lighting fixture shall be installed and maintained in front porch,
veranda or an area adjacent to the front entrance of the building or
structure and must be left on a timer.
54.5
The Owner of vacant Part IV or Part V Heritage Property shall post Signs
prohibiting trespassing onto the Property and prohibiting removal of
materials.
55.0
UNSAFE HERITAGE PROPERTY
55.1
Where a building or structure on a Part IV or Part V Heritage Property
has been deemed unsafe and the necessary remedial measures to
address the unsafe condition of the building or structure are being
undertaken, the Owner shall ensure that all necessary measures are
taken to protect Heritage Attributes and prevent damage or further
damage to the Part IV or Part V Heritage Property.
55.2
If, in the opinion of the Property Standards Officer, there is doubt as to
the structural condition and adequacy of a building or structure or parts
thereof, the Officer may order that such building or structure or parts
thereof be examined by a professional engineer, licensed to practice in
Ontario and a member of the Canadian Association of Heritage
Professionals and employed by the Owner or authorized agent, and that
a written report be submitted to the Officer, which report will include
drawings for any recommended remedial work designed by an engineer,
and details of the findings of such examination.
56.0
DEMOLITION OF HERITAGE PROPERTY
56.1
Despite any other provision of this By-law or the Building Code Act,
1992, no building or structure located on Part IV and Part V Heritage
Property that has been designated under Section 29, 34.5 or 41. of the
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Ontario Heritage Act may be altered or cleared including but not limited
to remove, demolition or relocation except in accordance with the Ontario
Heritage Act,
56.2
Upon completion of demolitions and removals of structures, the affected
site shall be cleared and cleaned of Debris, graded, left free from holes
or excavations and provided and maintained with suitable Ground Cover.
57.0
CONFLICT
57.1
If there is a conflict between the Heritage Act and the Building Code the
Act which has the highest standards shall prevail.
57.2
If there is a conflict between this section and any other provision in this
By-law or any other Town By-law, the provision that establishes the
highest standard for the protection of Heritage Attributes shall prevail.
ENFORCEMENT
58.0
POWER OF ENTRY
58.1
A Officer may, upon producing proper identification, enter upon any
Property, at any reasonable time without a warrant for the purpose of
inspecting the Property to determine:
1) whether the Property conforms with the Standards prescribed in this
by-law, or
2) whether an Order made under the Act has been complied with.
58.2
In accordance with section 16 of the Building Code, an Officer requires
the permission of the Occupant to enter inside a Dwelling.
58.3
Despite sections 15, 15.2, and 15.4 of the Building Code, an Officer shall
not enter or remain in any room or place actually being used as a Dwelling
unless,
(a)
the consent of the occupier is obtained, the occupier first having
been informed that the right of entry may be refused and entry
made only under the authority of a warrant issued under the
Building Code;
(b)
a warrant issued under the Building Code is obtained;
(c)
the delay necessary to obtain a warrant or the consent of the
occupier would result in an immediate danger to the health or safety
of any Person;
(d)
the entry is necessary to terminate a danger under subsection 15.7
(3) of the Building Code; or,
(e)
the requirements of section 58.4 are met and the entry is necessary
to repair or demolish under subsection 15.4 (1) of the Building
Code.
58.4
Within a reasonable time before entering the room or place for a purpose
described in section 58.3 (e), the Officer shall serve the occupier with
notice of his or her intention to enter it.
58.5
For the purpose of an inspection, and in accordance with s. 15.8 of the
Building Code, an Officer may;
1) require the production for inspection of documents or things, including
drawings, or specifications, that may be relevant to the Property or
any part thereof:
2) inspect and remove documents or things relevant to the Property or
part thereof for the purpose of making copies or extracts;
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3) require information from any Person concerning a matter related to the
inspection including their name, address, phone number and
identification;
4) alone or in conjunction with a Person possessing special or expert
knowledge, make examinations or take tests, samples or photographs
necessary for the purpose of inspection; and
5) order the Owner of the Property to take and supply at the Owner's
expense such tests and samples as are specified in the Order.
58.6
The Town may charge the Owner of a Property a fee or charge pursuant
to the Towns fees and charges By-law to conduct an inspection, including
increased fees for multiple inspections.
59.0
ORDER
59.1
A Officer who finds that a Property does not conform with any of the
Standards prescribed in a by-law passed under section 15.1 may make
an order,
1) the municipal address or the legal description of the Property;
2) giving reasonable particulars of the repairs to be made or stating that
the site is to be cleared of all buildings, structures, Debris or refuse and
left in a graded and levelled condition;
3) indicating the time for complying with the terms and conditions of the
order and giving notice that, if the repair or clearance is not carried out
within that time, the municipality may carry out the repair or clearance at
the Owner's expense; and
4) indicating the final date for giving notice of appeal from the order
59.2
An Order shall be served on the Owner of the Property and such other
Persons affected by it as the Officer determines and a copy of the order
may be posted on the Property.
59.3
An Order may be registered in the proper land registry office and, upon
such registration, any Person acquiring any interest in the land
subsequent to the registration of the order shall be deemed to have been
served with the order on the day on which the order was served under
section 59.2 and, when the requirements of the order have been satisfied,
the clerk of the municipality shall forthwith register in the proper land
registry office a certificate that such requirements have been satisfied,
which shall operate as a discharge of the order
60.0
APPEALS
60.1
An Owner or Occupant who has been served with an order may appeal
the Order to the Committee by sending a notice of appeal by registered
mail to the secretary of the Committee within 14 days after being served
with the order along with the applicable fee.
60.2
An Order that is not appealed within the time referred to in Section 60.1
shall be deemed to be confirmed.
60.3
The Committee shall hear the appeal.
60.4
On an appeal, the Committee has all the powers and functions of the
Officer who made the order and the Committee may do any of the
following things if, in the Committee's opinion, doing so would maintain
the general intent and purpose of the by-law and of the official plan or
policy statement:
1) Confirm, modify or rescind the order to demolish or repair,
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2) Extend the time for complying with the order.
61.0
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH AN ORDER
61.1
If an Order is not complied with the Town may cause the Property to be
repaired, cleaned, cleared or demolished, as the case may be.
61.2
For the purpose of the section 61.1 of this by-law. Employees or agents
of the Town may enter the Property at any reasonable time, without a
warrant, in order to repair, clean, clear or demolish the Property.
61.3
The Town or a Person acting on its behalf is not liable to compensate the
Owner, Occupant or any other Person by reason of anything done by or
on behalf of the Town in the reasonable exercise of its powers under
Section 61.1 of this by-law.
61.4
The Town shall have a lien on the land for the amount spent on the repair,
cleaning, clearing or demolition under Section 61.1 of this by-law and the
amount shall have priority lien status as described in section 1 of the
Municipal Act, 2001.
62.0
SERVICE
62.1
An Order shall be served personally or by registered mail sent to the last
known address of the Person to whom notice is to be given or that
Persons agent for service.
62.2
An order served by registered mail shall be deemed to have been served
on the 5th day after the date of mailing.
62.3
A copy of the Order may be posted on the Property.
63.0
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE
63.1
An Officer who, after inspecting a Property, is of the opinion that the
Property is in compliance with the Standards established in this by-law
may issue a Certificate of Compliance to the Owner.
63.2
An Officer shall issue a Certificate of Compliance to an Owner who
requests such a certificate and who pays the fee set out in fees and
charges by-law if, after inspecting the Property, the Officer is of the
opinion that the Property is in compliance with this by-law.
64.0 PENALTIES
64.1
Every Person who fails to comply with an order, direction or requirement
made under the Building Code Act is guilty of an offence.
64.2
A Person who is convicted of an offence is liable to a fine pursuant to
the Building Code Act of not more than $50,000 for a first offence and
to a fine not more than $100,000 for a subsequent offence.
64.3
If a corporation is convicted of an offence, the maximum penalty that
may be imposed upon the corporation is $100,000 for a first offence and
$200,000for a subsequent offence.
64.4
For the purpose of section 64.2 and 64.3 an offence is a subsequent
offence if there has been a previous conviction under this by-law.
64.5
Every Person who fails to comply with an order made by a Officer
under section 64.2 is guilty of an offence and on conviction, in addition to
the penalties mentioned in sections 64.2 and 64.3 is liable to a fine of not
more than $10,000 per day for every day the offence continues after the
time given for complying with the order has expired
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64.6
If a conviction is entered, in addition to any other remedy and to any
penalty imposed by this by-law, the court in which the conviction is
entered, and any court of competent jurisdiction thereafter, may make an
order prohibiting the continuation or repetition of the offence by the
Person convicted on the same Property.
64.7
Every Person who contravenes any provision of this By-law is liable
to the fines and administrative fees set out under the Administrative
Monetary Penalty System By-law 2019-62, as amended, and each
day shall constitute a new and separate offence.
64.8
Every Person who is in contravention of the provisions of this By-
law may request a review of the matter in accordance with the
Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law 2019-62, as
amended.
65.0
TRANSITION
65.1
After the date of passing of this by-law, By-law 1999-34, as amended,
applies only to properties in respect of which an Order has been issued
prior to the date of passing of this by-law, and then only to such properties
until such time as the work required by such Order has been completed or
any enforcement proceedings in respect of such Order, including demolition
and repair by the Town, has been concluded.
66.0
REPEAL
66.1
Bylaw 1999-34 and 2001-96 as amended is hereby repealed.
67.0
SHORT TITLE
671
This by-law may be referred to as the "Property Standards By-law"
68.0
EFFECTIVE DATE
Enacted this 13th day of November, 2017.
Tony Van Bynen, Mayor
Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk