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Lacombe taking aim at unsightly properties

Sep 23, 2018 | 1:45 PM

The City of Lacombe and Lacombe Police are setting their sights on unsightly premises this fall.

The increased attention is in accordance with City bylaws and the 2018-2021 Strategic Plan.

Cleaning-up of long-standing, problematic properties began this weekend. Impacted properties have been notified of the City’s attempt to bring them into compliance.

“The vast majority of homes in Lacombe are well-maintained and show pride of ownership, and this shows why Lacombe is known as one of the top five places to live in Canada,” says Mayor Grant Creasey. “However, there are a very small number of properties that need to be brought in line with community expectations.”

Problem properties may not be under compliance due to accumulations of garbage and litter, animal feces, uncontrolled weeds, scrap metal and wood, derelict vehicles, appliances, overgrown hedges and unsafe sidewalks.

“We want to ensure that all residents are able to enjoy the use of their properties free from unsightly, malodorous properties and other nuisances,” says Chief Administrative Officer Matthew Goudy.

Failure to comply with an order to clean up a property could result in a $100 fine for a first offence, $250 for a second, and $500 for each subsequent offence.

To report a concern about an unsightly property in Lacombe, call 403-782-1269.