Permits
Are you planning construction or renovation work on your property? Do you want to install a pool or hot tub in your yard? Contact the Permits and Inspections Division to ensure that your project complies with municipal by-laws.
Why do I need a permit?
To make sure the work meets City standards in terms of zoning, safety, architecture, quality of construction and environmental protection. In short, regulation through permit issuance promotes a safer, more harmonious urban environment.
A permit is required for:
- building a shed, a garage or a gazebo
- installing an above-ground or in-ground pool or a hot tub
- building a patio
- putting up a fence
- renovation or construction work
- etc.
Find the permits and licenses you need for your business
PerLE helps you find the permits and licenses you may need to start and operate a business. You can search by location and industry and see what permits and licenses are required for your project.
Backgrounders (In French)
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Aire de stationnement
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Cabane à jardin (remise)/Pavillon de jardin
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Clôture, haie, muret
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Garage détaché
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Location d’un lieu d’hébergement touristique dans une résidence principale (ERP)
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Logement supplémentaire (bachelor)
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Logement supplémentaire (habitation intergénérationnelle)
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Ouverture d'un nouveau commerce (bâtiment existant)
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Perron, patio et balcon
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Piscine creusée (incluant les piscines semi-creusées)
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Piscine hors terre / Piscine démontable
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Poulailler domestique
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Rénovation intérieure/extérieure
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Usages accessoires à l'habitation – Bureaux professionnels et commerces de services
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Solarium
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Véranda
Permit application forms (In French)
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Bain à remous - spa
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Clôture
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Garage détaché
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Patio, balcon, terrasse
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Piscine creusée ou semi-creusée
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Piscine hors terre / Piscine démontable
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Poulailler domestique
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Remise et pavillon de jardin
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Rénovations intérieures et extérieures
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Assessment of the presence of hazardous materials on the site of a business
The information presented in the backgrounders is a simplified version of zoning by-law No. 1275 and does not replace the official documents.
Before starting any work, contact the Permits and Inspections Division at 450-455-3371, extension 2027. You may also come to City Hall with a copy of your certificate of location.
Tree felling and watering
The Permits dans Inspections Division issues permits if you need to cut down a tree or water a new lawn. Call 450 455-3371, option 1.
Applying for a permit online
For some permits, you can apply online. Click here for details.