When you own property in the Municipality of Greenstone, you must follow property standards for maintenance and occupancy. Each ward has its own by-law that details what these standards are.
Required property standards
Review the by-law requirements that apply to your property.
Municipality of Greenstone – Clean yards |
All exterior residential and commercial properties in the Municipality of Greenstone are to have maintained lawns, yards and vacant lots, that are clear of waste. This includes:
Learn more By-law 03-27 requirements for how to maintain a safe property condition that is clear of waste. FinesWe may issue fines of up to $1,000 if you don't meet the property standard requirements. |
Geraldton Ward |
For property owners in the Geraldton Ward, please follow By-law 85-1150 for property standards relating to building maintenance and occupancy. This includes standards such as:
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Beardmore Ward |
For property owners in the Beardmore Ward, please follow By-law 558 for property standards relating to building maintenance and occupancy. This includes standards such as:
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Longlac Ward |
For property owners in the Longlac Ward, please follow By-law 901 for property standards relating to building maintenance and occupancy. This includes standards such as:
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Nakina Ward |
For property owners in the Nakina Ward, please follow By-law 5-1988 for property standards relating to building maintenance and occupancy. This includes standards such as:
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Submit a concern
If you notice a property that is non-compliant, you can submit a concern for action to be taken by our By-law Enforcement Officer.
Inspections
Inspection fees vary based on repeat visits and compliance as outlined in By-law 13-72:
- $54.93 (first visit)
- $109.87 (second visit)
- $219.73 (third visit)
After the inspection, the property owner may be asked to make changes to their property in order to comply with the by-law. If the property owner doesn't voluntarily comply, we may need to issue an Order to Comply. The Order to Comply gives the Municipality the authority to enter a property, make any necessary changes and then charge the property owner for the cost of any required changes.
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