What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Township of South Stormont, Ontario, property maintenance rules are set by Clean Yards By-law No. 2019-038 (South Stormont) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-18. Standards: Yards must be free from refuse; derelict vehicles must be enclosed; grassed areas must be cut/maintained and not exceed tall grass (over 20 cm). Enforcement: Notice to Comply may be issued; if owner fails, Township may do work at owner's expense, plus administration fee, and add cost to tax roll.
Clean Yards By-law No. 2019-038 (South Stormont)
adopted bylaw
standards
Yards must be free from refuse; derelict vehicles must be enclosed; grassed areas must be cut/maintained and not exceed tall grass (over 20 cm).
4; 5(1); 6; "exceeds twenty (20) centimeters"
enforcement
Notice to Comply may be issued; if owner fails, Township may do work at owner's expense, plus administration fee, and add cost to tax roll.
"may issue a Notice to Comply"; "at the expense of the owner"; "added to the tax roll"
scout note
Owners must keep land free of refuse, debris and excessive grass/weeds; tall grass is over 20 cm; lots under 0.4 ha must cut grass. Full text on web page.
Property Standards By-law No. 86-2004 (South Stormont)
adopted bylaw
standards
Yards/vacant land kept clean and free from rubbish, debris, hazardous objects; lawns/vegetation not unreasonably overgrown.
YARD (1); YARD (2); VACANT LAND
enforcement
Officer may order repairs or clearance; if not done, municipality may carry out at owner's expense.
s. 5(a)(ii)
scout note
Establishes standards for maintenance and occupancy of property in the Township; passed 22 Sep 2004.