Reminders

Construction and Renovation Works

Before starting any work, make sure to consult the permits and certificates page.

Meeting with the Municipal Inspector

If you wish to meet with the municipal inspector at the town hall, we strongly recommend that you make an appointment in advance and let us know the purpose of your request. This allows us to provide more efficient service and helps you avoid an unnecessary trip.

Short-term Rentals

Short-term rentals are only permitted in the following zones: URB-132, URB-134, URB-141, RU-135, and RU-147. If your property is located outside these zones, short-term rentals are prohibited. Please note that Revenu Québec now conducts inspections on this matter. Consult the zoning map for more information.

How the Urban Planning Department Operates

To better understand the responsibilities and daily tasks of the Urban Planning Department, here is a brief description of the roles within the department.

The Urban Planning Department is a frequently consulted service for information requests regarding urban planning regulations, municipal bylaws, and technical advice. In summary, here are the roles of the department staff:

The Urban Planner is responsible for:

• • Planning, coordinating, and managing the activities and budget of the Urban Planning Department;
  • Developing planning tools (policies, urban planning plans and regulations, etc.);
  • Planning, locating, and assessing infrastructure and equipment projects (transportation corridors, public facilities, parks, and green spaces);
  • Conducting inventories and preliminary analyses;
  • Developing urban planning tools (land use schemes, plans, and regulations);
  • Developing and implementing development or economic planning strategies and monitoring their progress and evaluation;
  • Evaluating or designing comprehensive urban projects (urban design);
  • Conducting studies on the location of businesses, shops, institutions, etc.;
  • Managing urban and territorial planning projects;
  • Encouraging and promoting residential, commercial, industrial, tourism, and agricultural development;
  • Reviewing and coordinating zoning change requests;
  • Analyzing minor variance requests;
  • Reviewing subdivision projects and ensuring their follow-up;
  • Studying and following up on toponymy files;
  • Preparing files and participating in the Urban Planning Advisory Committee;
  • Preparing files and participating in the Environmental Advisory Committee of the Regional County Municipality (RCM);
  • Preparing compliance certificates for work, developments, and/or uses;
  • Acting as an advisor to public or private decision-makers or citizens;
  • Staying up to date on knowledge regarding other municipalities within the RCM and the Laurentides region;
  • Representing the municipality on various local and regional committees and organizations;
  • Monitoring staff files within the department;
  • Issuing infraction notices and following up with the municipal court;
  • Providing information on urban planning and municipal regulations;
  • Analyzing building permit applications and authorization certificates;
  • Reviewing applications related to watercourse management;
  • Reviewing authorization requests submitted to the Quebec Agricultural Land Protection Commission.

The Urban and Environmental Inspector is responsible for:

• • Providing information on urban planning and municipal regulations;
  • Analyzing building permit applications and authorization certificates;
  • Reviewing applications related to watercourse management;
  • Reviewing authorization requests submitted to the Quebec Agricultural Land Protection Commission in coordination with the department director;
  • Inspecting the entire territory and permits and certificates issued by the Urban Planning Department;
  • Following up on permits and certificates with the RCM evaluation service;
  • Identifying infractions within the territory (provincial, regional, and municipal regulations);
  • Issuing infraction notices and following up with the municipal court;
  • Serving as the first point of contact between citizens and the department staff and directing applicants to the most appropriate person;
  • Providing basic information that helps speed up application analysis;
  • Assisting citizens in completing the various forms required for permits or certificates;
  • Preparing correspondence and follow-up in files;
  • Ensuring systematic filing of department records;
  • Issuing permits and certificates under their responsibility;
  • Supporting the department director on various files.