What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Township of Ramara, Ontario, property maintenance rules are set by Bylaw No. 2021.46 to Require and Regulate the Cutting of Grass and Weeds on Private Land and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-18. Standards: Grass and weeds exceeding 30 centimetres in height between May 31 and October 15 must be cut.
| standards | Grass and weeds exceeding 30 centimetres in height between May 31 and October 15 must be cut. | s. 3.1 |
| enforcement | Inspector may order corrective work within no later than 72 hours; if not done, Township may enter and do work and recover costs by action or tax roll, and register a lien. | s. 4.3; s. 4.8; s. 4.9; s. 4.10 |
Long grass and weeds bylaw under Municipal Act s.127-128 requiring owners to cut grass and weeds on private land.
| standards | No person shall occupy or use property that does not conform to the standards prescribed in this bylaw. | s. 1.2.2 |
| enforcement | If the owner fails to repair or demolish per an Order, the Township may do so at the owner's expense and recover all expenses. | s. 4.10.1 |
Property standards bylaw under Building Code Act s.15.1 for Ramara Township; sets maintenance and occupancy standards for buildings and yards.
rules page: summarises and links the property standards bylaw.