All owners of property within the City of London - including those used as rental properties - must maintain their premises according to the minimum standards set out within the City by-laws. The Property Standards By-law CP-24 expresses many of the standards related to general maintenance, repair, safety, and security for all properties including:
- Interior and exterior property maintenance;
- Human habitation and occupancy standards;
- Requirements for residential heating, electricity and water supply (Vital Services);
- Building structure and safety standards;
- Heritage, vacant and abandoned buildings.
- Pest infestations;
- Dangerous, dead, or unsafe trees
How do I make a complaint about a Property Standards issue?
You can report a potential by-law violation by emailing enforcement@london.ca or by phoning 519-661-4660.
What if I rent and have questions about my rental unit or landlord responsibilities?
For tenant-specific information, please refer to Rental Housing Support.
There are many other municipal by-laws and provincial acts that work in combination with the Property Standards By-law that provide further detail and define specific municipal authority. All of the by-laws are enforced by the City's Municipal Compliance, Code Compliance and, in some cases, London Police Service teams.