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

Property maintenance — Hay River, Northwest Territories: Unsightly Land Bylaw No. 2322/GEN/13

In the Town of Hay River, Northwest Territories, property maintenance rules are set by Unsightly Land Bylaw No. 2322/GEN/13, verified 2026-09-29. Enforcement: Enforcement Officer issues Clean Up Order; if not complied, Town carries out work and charges cost against owner as taxes; appeal to Council within 14 days.

Unsightly Land Bylaw No. 2322/GEN/13 adopted bylaw

standards	Prohibits unsightly land: accumulation of rubbish/refuse, manure, carcasses, inoperative machinery, building/yard material, garbage, graffiti/dilapidated surfaces; grass/weeds over 20 cm (8 inches); junked vehicles; dangerous excavations/dilapidated buildings	s. 2(u) ("unsightly land"); s. 8(a); s. 10
enforcement	Enforcement Officer issues Clean Up Order; if not complied, Town carries out work and charges cost against owner as taxes; appeal to Council within 14 days	s. 16; s. 24; s. 28

scout note

Controls and prevents the unsightly appearance of land in the Town of Hay River, under the Cities, Towns and Villages Act and Environmental Protection Act. OCR-confirmed By-law No. 2322/GEN/13. URL corrected to the actual PDF.