Building permits are mandatory for certain types of works, including construction, renovation or changes to a principal or secondary building, installation of equipment such as decks, sheds, fences, pools and heat pumps. A certificate of authorization is also required for installation of a sign or a temporary car shelter. To enable officials to make necessary checks for compliance with municipal by-laws, you must allow several days before issuance of permit. Once the permit is issued, it must be clearly displayed until works are completed. Stop by Planning Department offices with a certificate of location and a scale drawing of the projected works.
Special provisions apply to corner lots.
If the secondary building has openings looking onto a neighboring property, this distance is extended to 1.5 metre. In addition, the maximum height of a secondary building must not exceed the height of the principal building or 4.5 metres. A pool must also be surrounded by a 1.5 metre or higher fence. These shelters are tolerated from October 15 to April 15 in residential zones and at residences located in commercial or industrial zones. Temporary shelters are authorized outside in front, side and back yards and must be installed at least three metres from a sidewalk or a curb.