Property maintenance — Russell, Ontario

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

In the Township of Russell, Ontario, property maintenance rules are set by Clean Yard By-law No. 88-2012 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-18. Enforcement: Officer sends notice to discontinue; in default, Township may do work at person's expense and recover costs by action or tax roll.

Clean Yard By-law No. 88-2012 adopted bylaw
standards Yards must be neat and free of waste, hazards, heavy undergrowth, noxious plants, excessive growth, lawn over 4 inches, dead trees, inoperative vehicles, dilapidated structures, and unsafe or unsightly conditions. s. 2(a)-(h)
enforcement Officer sends notice to discontinue; in default, Township may do work at person's expense and recover costs by action or tax roll. s. 13, s. 15, s. 16
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Requires properties and streets to be kept clear of waste, refuse and debris under Municipal Act s.127-128; passed 5 November 2012.

Property Standards By-law No. 11-2009 adopted bylaw
standards No owner or occupant shall use/occupy property unless it conforms; fences, barriers, retaining walls and signs shall not present an unsightly appearance; defacements removed. s. 3(1); s. 21(1)(d); s. 21(2)
enforcement Officer may issue order; if repair/clearance not done within time, municipality may carry out at owner's expense; lien on land. s. 33(1); s. 33(2)(c); s. 28(3)
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Township of Russell by-law (HTML on official site) prescribing maintenance and occupancy standards under Building Code Act s.15.1; passed 9 March 2009.

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