What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon, Quebec, standards: Prohibited to deteriorate or allow deterioration of buildings; defects include non-waterproof envelope, cracked mortar, unstable stairs/balconies, broken windows, mold, rusted exterior elements.; enforcement: Municipality issues written work order (avis de travaux); if owner fails to comply, Superior Court may authorize municipality to perform work and recover costs from owner; municipality may also expropriate deteriorated property vacant ≥1 year.. Source: Règlement 2026-R-001 relatif à l'occupation et l'entretien des bâtiments.
Règlement 2026-R-001 relatif à l'occupation et l'entretien des bâtiments
adopted bylaw
standards
Prohibited to deteriorate or allow deterioration of buildings; defects include non-waterproof envelope, cracked mortar, unstable stairs/balconies, broken windows, mold, rusted exterior elements.
s. 3.1.1; s. 3.1.2
enforcement
Municipality issues written work order (avis de travaux); if owner fails to comply, Superior Court may authorize municipality to perform work and recover costs from owner; municipality may also expropriate deteriorated property vacant ≥1 year.
s. 2.2.1; s. 2.2.4; s. 2.2.5
scout note
Municipalité de Blanc-Sablon bylaw on building occupancy and maintenance (art. 145.41 LAU); adopted 17 February 2026, in force 2 April 2026.