What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the City of Norfolk, Ontario, property maintenance rules are set by Lot Maintenance By-law No. 2022-47 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-19. Standards: Refuse, debris, industrial waste, long grass, inoperative motor vehicles, graffiti, noxious weeds, invasive plants, and health, fire or safety hazards. Enforcement: Officer may order compliance within a defined period (not less than 72 hours except hazards); County may perform work at person's expense and recover costs.
Lot Maintenance By-law No. 2022-47
adopted bylaw
standards
Refuse, debris, industrial waste, long grass, inoperative motor vehicles, graffiti, noxious weeds, invasive plants, and health, fire or safety hazards.
s. 3.1; s. 3.2
enforcement
Officer may order compliance within a defined period (not less than 72 hours except hazards); County may perform work at person's expense and recover costs.
s. 5.3; s. 7.1
scout note
Prohibits refuse/debris on residential/commercial/industrial lots: grass over 20cm, inoperative vehicles, graffiti, noxious/invasive weeds; minimum 72-hour compliance orders (shorter for health/fire/safety hazards); county may clean up and bill taxes.
Property Standards By-law 2024-12
adopted bylaw
standards
Exterior areas must be free from dilapidated or collapsed structures, injurious insects, vermin, and pests; no unused machinery, appliances, fixtures, or building materials stored outdoors.
s. 7.1; s. 7.2
enforcement
Officer issues property standards order; if non-compliant, municipality may repair or clear property at owner's expense; amount becomes a lien on the property added to the tax roll.
s. 29.2(c); s. 31.3; s. 31.6
scout note
Prescribes standards for maintenance and occupancy of property in Norfolk County, including exterior property areas, refuse disposal, structures, pests and occupancy standards.