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Trees–A collective heritage Trees are an important part of Westmount’s character and history. From the time of the Iroquois, to the arrival of the French and British, to the present, the local landscape has been defined by its patchwork of charming......
Read moreTrees are an important part of Westmount’s character and history. From the time of the Iroquois, to the arrival of the French and British, to the present, the local landscape has been defined by its patchwork of charming paths and roads winding thro......
Read moreWestmount residents who do not have sufficient parking space on their property, including anyone living in an apartment, condo or similar dwelling, may apply for permission to park on the street. Red 'G' permit Red “G” permit allows the......
Read moreEmerald Ash Borer (Agrilus Planipennis) The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a highly destructive insect pest of ash trees. Native to eastern Asia, this pest was first discovered in Canada and the U.S. in 2002. The EAB has killed millions of ash t......
Read moreForest Tent Caterpillar (Malacosoma disstria) Behaviour The Forest Tent Caterpillar is an insect native to North America that is widely found throughout the continent. In fact, it is one of the best known defoliating insects. The Forest Te......
Read moreTo apply for a SCAOPI or to inquire about the procedure, please contact the Urban Planning Department of the City of Westmount. Before submitting a SCAOPI request, it is recommended to submit an preliminary study request in order to assess, on......
Read moreIn determining the porosity of the surface you wish to clean, keep in mind that masonry surfaces and wood are the most porous, while painted metal, glass and vinyl surfaces are the least porous. For very porous surfaces the cleaning agent should b......
Read moreBefore submitting a request to amend an urban planning by-law, it is recommended to communicate with the Urban Planning Department and to submit an optional preliminary study request in order to assess, on the one hand, the admissibility of the......
Read moreConsult by-law 1575 to establish a Planning Advisory Committee Role The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) of the City of Westmount, given its exceptional built and landscape heritage, plays a significant role in its preservation and enhancement......
Read moreA request for a preliminary study, although optional, makes it possible to assess the admissibility of an application before it is officially submitted. The preliminary study, carried out by the Urban Planning Department, also provides guidance to a......
Read moreOnce all the documents have been submitted and your file is complete, the Urban Planning Department will process your application and conduct a preliminary analysis of your project. A representative will then contact you to provide professional advi......
Read moreThis natural urban forest and bird sanctuary occupies the western peak of Mount Royal and forms part of the protected area designated as the Mount Royal heritage site. The wooded lots, purchased by Sir William Macdonald in 1895, were donated to McGi......
Read moreCertain areas are at greater risk than others for different disasters. Knowing the risks in our region can help us better prepare and even prevent certain types of damage. Knowing what to do before, during and after specific types of disasters will......
Read moreA permit is required to occupy a City street or any other municipal property with construction equipment. This restriction includes, but is not limited to, debris containers, cranes, and any similar type of equipment. The request must be sent by em......
Read moreThe project In order to improve the energy efficiency of its urban lighting, the City of Westmount will replace the bulbs in its public lighting fixtures with LED (Light Emitting Diode Lamp) bulbs. This transition is part of a sustainable developme......
Read moreAn application for authorization for demolition must be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction by the owner of the immovable to be demolished or his authorized representative, using the form provided for this purpose. This form must be duly......
Read moreBefore beginning any work , you must submit a permit application for interior renovation to the Urban Planning Department. Apply for a renovation permit You must then obtain an occupancy certificate from the Urban Planning Department. Appl......
Read moreEach year, line painting on roads across the City are reviewed and refreshed as needed. Road line painting refers to vehicle and bicycle lane lines, as well as pedestrian crosswalks and other pavement markings. When does line painting take place?......
Read moreCommissioner of Sports and Recreation Commissioner of Urban Planning and Sustainable Development 514-989-5200 ext. 5081 smoss@westmount.org Biography Shawn Moss is a fully bilingual architect, project manager and sustainable design exper......
Read moreThe application of Bill 22 in 2009 has resulted in a revised tax structure, meaning that you will receive ONE PROPERTY TAX BILL , sent from the City of Westmount, for local services as well as for agglomeration services provided across the island.......
Read moreRecyclable materials are materials that can be reintroduced into the production process from which they are derived or into a similar process that uses the same type of material. Recovery is the process of sorting materials at home and having th......
Read moreFood waste includes all raw, cooked or rotten solid food, soiled paper and cardboard such as paper towels, napkins and tissues, as well as indoor plants. All these are compostable . Composting is a very effective way to reduce landfill waste and......
Read moreOrganic materials are materials that are biodegradable by microorganisms, and therefore compostable. These include food waste, garden waste, and other types of waste from industrial and municipal activities.
Read moreParticipation in the composting programme is mandatory for residential buildings of 9 to 29 units . For all other address types in Westmount, participation is not mandatory, but is strongly recommended. Collection programmes for compost and recycli......
Read moreHousehold Hazardous Waste (HHW) are household, automotive and outdoor maintenance products that present real safety, health and environmental hazards. Products marked as corrosive, explosive, flammable or toxic should never be disposed of during re......
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