What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the Township of Melbourne, Quebec, standards: Prohibited: rot in structures (s.4.1); roof rust, paint peeling, material degradation (s.4.6); exterior cladding rust, cracking, rot, peeling paint, fissures on category A, B, C buildings (s.4.7).; enforcement: Designated officer issues written notice specifying required works and deadline; if owner fails to comply, Superior Court may authorize municipality to perform works and recover costs from owner; fines $300–$250,000.. Source: Règlement no 2026-01 relatif à l'entretien et à l'occupation des immeubles, verified 2026-06-14.
Règlement no 2026-01 relatif à l'entretien et à l'occupation des immeubles
adopted bylaw
standards
Prohibited: rot in structures (s.4.1); roof rust, paint peeling, material degradation (s.4.6); exterior cladding rust, cracking, rot, peeling paint, fissures on category A, B, C buildings (s.4.7).
s. 4.1, s. 4.6, s. 4.7
enforcement
Designated officer issues written notice specifying required works and deadline; if owner fails to comply, Superior Court may authorize municipality to perform works and recover costs from owner; fines $300–$250,000.
s. 6.2, s. 6.3, s. 6.10
scout note
Adopted Municipalité du Canton de Melbourne règlement 2026-01 on maintenance and occupancy of buildings (controls dilapidation/vétusté). OCR-confirmed; avis de motion 2 février 2026, no exact adoption day on file.