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Organic matter is composed mainly of water. In the presence of liquids, anaerobic decomposition of the materials occurs, which can cause odours. The essential thing to avoid odours is to limit humidity in the bin. Wrapping organic residues in newspa......
Read moreThe City must receive a written notice within 15 days following the date of the accident. It is the responsibility of claimant to make sure that the City of Westmount has received the claim within the deadline. The notice of claim must contain th......
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Recyclable 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......
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Food 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 moreConstruction materials and storage of debris Construction materials and storage of debris should not encroach on the neighbour’s property and if possible, not be visible from the public way. The general contractor’s safety program should be posted......
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Bulky items collection aims to divert large household items made of wood, ceramic and refrigeration appliances from landfill, so that they can be recycled and recuperated. Don't miss the collection! Bulky items are collected on the first......
Read morePrerequisites for application analysis: Mandatory documents are marked with an asterisk (*) *A letter describing the scope of the work; *A letter from the owner authorizing the application, if the application is submitted by a third party; *A......
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As part its Lead Elimination Action Plan , the Engineering Department has developed a subsidy programme to encourage residents to replace the private lead or galvanised steel water service pipes. The programme offers homeowners a financial incentiv......
Read moreAssess needs and avoid overbuilding Do you really need such large floor areas in kitchens, bathrooms or entrance halls? Appreciate your green space: will an addition be a detriment to the enjoyment of your garden? Check out useful information e......
Read morePrerequisites for application analysis: Mandatory documents are marked with an asterisk (*) *A letter describing the scope of the work; *A letter from the owner authorizing the application, if the application is submitted by a third party; *A......
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Household garbage, or trash, is any residue, debris or object discarded after its use and that cannot be reused, recycled or composted. Garbage is destined for landfill. The City of Westmount promotes effective waste management that reduce......
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 moreOrganic materials are mainly composed of water. The most important thing to do to avoid odours is to reduce humidity. Wrap your residues in newspaper or cardboard. Double your bin. Alternate wet materials (table scraps) and dry materials (pape......
Read moreProject Summary Work planned : Replacement of the main staircase foundations at Victoria Hall Work area : Victoria Hall main entrance (Arlington Avenue) Start date : Week of May 25, 2026 Estimated duration: Until the end of August 2026......
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.
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Green waste includes organic residues collected from the yard called garden waste, such as plant trimmings and branches, as well as natural Christmas trees disposed of after the holiday period. The proper treatment of green waste is essential to re......
Read moreAll owners of solid-fuel-burning appliances or fireplaces, whether or not their appliance complies with the new by-law , must inform the City by submitting a declaration form. Forms may be submitted online or in person to the Urban Planning Departm......
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In 1901, the first Catholic church in Westmount, Saint-Léon-de-Westmount , was built on farmland purchased from the Grey Nuns. The design of the neo-Romanesque style exterior and the radical modifications made in 1920 are the work of architect G.A.......
Read moreThe act of making, causing, producing or permitting excessive noise, which disturbs the enjoyment or comfort of others, is considered to be a nuisance and an infringement of the municipal by-law concerning noise. Citizens are also asked to limit th......
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4626 Sherbrooke Street West, H3Z 1G1 (at Lansdowne) Telephone : 514 989-5226 It would be unthinkable to talk about Westmount’s municipal buildings without mentioning Victoria Hall, the City’s community center. This avant-garde structure is......
Read moreRequired documents for review: Mandatory documents are marked by an asterisk (*) * A letter describing the scope of the proposed works; * A letter from the building owner authorizing the permit application, if the request is made by a third......
Read moreRequired documents for review: A letter describing the scope of the proposed works; A letter from the building owner authorizing the permit application, if the request is made by a third party; A letter from the association of co-owners author......
Read moreRequired documents for a preliminary review : A letter describing the scope of the proposed work; A letter from the building owner authorizing the permit application, if the request is made by a third party; A copy of a recent certificate of......
Read moreThe City of Westmount is proud to be a vibrant, independent, primarily residential community. Situated on the southwest slope of one of the three summits of Mount Royal, it is surrounded by the Ville de Montréal . Since its founding at the end of......
Read moreSmall Waste Recovery Island A small-item recovery island has been installed at the Westmount Recreation Centre . Its purpose is to recover small items that are not accepted in the recyclables materials collection, and that often end up in t......
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