Property maintenance — Ryerson, Ontario

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

The Township of Ryerson, Ontario has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Clean Yard By-law 05-21; Property Standards By-law 26-24, verified 2026-10-18.

Clean Yard By-law 05-21 adopted bylaw

standards	Owners must keep yards/property clean, free of refuse/debris, orderly, no dumping/storing refuse, no dead/diseased trees/weeds, grass not over six inches, no stagnant water, safe structures, no pests.	s. 3.1; s. 3.2; s. 3.3; s. 3.4; s. 3.5; s. 3.6; s. 3.7; s. 3.8; s. 4.3; s. 4.4
enforcement	Officer may issue notice to discontinue contravention and/or perform remedial repairs; if work not done, Town may do work at owner's expense and add unpaid costs to tax roll.	s. 6.2.1; s. 6.3.3; s. 6.3.3.1

scout note

Maintaining land in a clean and clear condition under Municipal Act s.127-128; rescinds By-law 21-20.

Property Standards By-law 26-24 adopted bylaw

standards	Property must be kept clean and free from garbage, waste, rubbish, debris, hazards, derelict vehicles, dilapidated structures, noxious growth, and pests.	s. 3.1.1
enforcement	Officer may issue order after reinspection; if owner fails, Municipality may enter and repair, clean up, demolish or take remedial steps, with costs plus 10% administrative fee as lien.	s. 8.3.2; s. 11(a)-(b)

scout note

Township of Ryerson property standards by-law under Building Code Act s.15.1(3).