The defendant was charged with Building Code Act and Planning Act violations for constructing an accessory structure (a shed) and a septic system without permits, and failing to comply with a previous court order to clean up his property.
The trial proceeded ex parte after the defendant failed to appear.
The court heard evidence from municipal employees regarding the unauthorized structures and the defendant's failure to remedy the violations despite multiple orders.
The court found the defendant guilty on all three counts, noting the absence of any due diligence defence.
