What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
In the City of Coquitlam, British Columbia, property maintenance rules are set by Unsightly Premises Bylaw Number 3213, 1998, verified 2026-08-28. Standards: Prohibits unsightly property, rubbish accumulation, unmowed grass in excess of 15 centimetres, graffiti, dilapidated fences, or storage of inoperable vehicles. Enforcement: City may issue notice to remedy, enter property to effect compliance at person's expense, add costs to taxes, or prosecute.
| standards | Prohibits unsightly property, rubbish accumulation, unmowed grass in excess of 15 centimetres, graffiti, dilapidated fences, or storage of inoperable vehicles. | s. 3; s. 4; s. 5; s. 6.1 |
| enforcement | City may issue notice to remedy, enter property to effect compliance at person's expense, add costs to taxes, or prosecute. | s. 8; s. 9.1; s. 9.2; s. 11.1 |
Requires property owners to maintain premises free from unsightly conditions including debris, junk, and overgrown vegetation.