Ottawa By-law 2013-416, s. 73 — Property Standards By-law

1) Roof drainage or storm water, swimming pool or sump pump water discharge on land appurtenant to a vacant building, or on vacant land, shall,

• a) be drained from the lands so as to prevent recurrent ponding or entrance of water into a basement or cellar; and
• b) not be discharged on walkways, stairs, or neighbouring property. 2) Subsurface drainage on land appurtenant to a vacant building or on vacant land shall be installed where there is recurring excessive ponding caused by surface water. 3) Where eavestroughs and downspouts are installed in relation to a vacant building, the roof drainage shall be discharged onto the ground at least 1.2 m (4 ft.) from the building

when it is physically possible. 4) Subsection (3) does not apply where the downspouts discharge the roof drainage onto a paved area provided that the water does not drain onto adjoining properties. 5) Where eavestroughs, roof gutters and downspouts are installed in relation to a vacant building, they shall be kept in good repair, free from leaks, and securely fastened to the building. 6) Catch basins located on land appurtenant to a vacant building or on vacant land shall be kept in good repair and free of debris and obstructions which would prevent them from functioning properly. 7) Where heat is not provided and if the outside temperature is likely to reach freezing, water systems shall be drained in a vacant building. FENCES