The Property Standards By-law sets minimum standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property in the town for the promotion of health, safety, comfort, convenience and general welfare of residents. Minimum standards set out in the by-law include but aren’t limited to:
- Maintaining a home or apartment in a state of good repair, this includes stair railings, plumbing, electrical, fences, foundations, walls, windows and roofs
- Landlords are required to have heating facilities capable of maintaining a temperature of 22 degrees Celsius
Non-compliance with the by-law may result in fees and charges under the Administrative Penalty By-law 2021-038.