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When severe weather threatens, Environment Canada issues special public weather alerts to notify those in affected areas so they can take steps to protect themselves and their property from harm. These public alert bulletins are issued through the......
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Certain 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 more...oning amendments). Main Responsibilities In order to formulate a recommendation to City Council in accordance with by-law 1305 on Site Planning and Architectural Integration Programmes (SPAIP) of the City of Westmount , the PAC reviews renovation,...
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In-home Water Testing The City of Westmount’s annual lead sampling programme involves the testing of water at private residences throughout the City. This programme aligns with the guidelines of the Ministère de l’Environnement, et de la Lutte cont......
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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 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 more...ion work on the original architectural components and identical replacement work are excluded. Article 3.1.3 of SPAIP By-law 1305. Process of an application subject to the SPAIP by-law
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......
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In order to carry out work on the water main network, the distribution of drinking water may be interrupted for a short period in your area. As a preventive measure , following work on the water main, the City of Westmount asks the public to......
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In order to carry out work on the water main network, the distribution of drinking water may be interrupted for a short period in your area. As a preventive measure , following work on the water main, the City of Westmount asks the public to&nb......
Read morePrivate residences likely to have higher lead levels have been identified based on the following criteria: residences and apartment buildings of 8 units or less built before 1971. Residences meeting this criteria are encouraged to participate in the......
Read moreBefore being installed in your home, the meter has been inspected by Measurement Canada, just as gasoline pumps and commercial scales. The majority of meters are tested every 12 years (some every 6 years). Once calibrated, the meter is sealed to ens......
Read moreParking Permit For Westmount residents. Consult the page Accessible Parking Permit Obtain or renew the SAAQ permit for accessible parking spaces. SAAQ permit SAAQ Reimbursement of expenses related to the adaptation or purchase of an......
Read moreGovernment of Quebec Policy on Accessibility “Equals in Every Respect: Because Rights Are Meant to Be Exercised”. Quebec policy on accessibility Government of Quebec Law on Accessibility Act to secure handicapped persons in the exercise of......
Read moreIf your vehicle is towed during snow removal operations, please contact Public Safety at 514 989-5222 . Advance warning of snow removal and the times at which it will be taking place are indicated by flashing or fixed orange ligh......
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 moreCommunity Action Towards Sustainable Rainwater Management The Hydrological Cycle The hydrological cycle is the journey water takes as it circulates from the land to the sky and back again. The construction of homes, extensions and roadways convert......
Read moreGather all mandatory documents marked by an asterisk (*): *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 letter from the a......
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 moreRequired documents for 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 letter from the association of co-owners authori......
Read moreRequired Documents Documents indicated by an asterisk (*) are required. *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 letter......
Read moreFor two generations after the Conquest there was very little change in the rural countryside of old Cote St. Antoine. Several of the old North West Fur Merchants established country seats here – such as William Hallowell and John Clarke. In later ti......
Read moreIn 1895 the Town of Cote St. Antoine changed its name to become the Town of Westmount. During the period from 1895 to 1908 when the Town got its charter and became the City of Westmount, the area saw its greatest period of growth. Ambitious civic pr......
Read moreDid you know that the monarch butterfly population has dropped by more than 90 percent in the last 20 years? Along with deforestation and pesticide use, one of the main causes of this decline is the drastic reduction of the asclepias plant, common......
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During the winter season, outdoor skating rinks are installed in numerous parks around Westmount. Outdoor rinks may open as early as mid-December, weather permitting. The ice conditions of each outdoor rink may vary because of snow clearing and temp......
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