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...STMOUNT CANADA PROVINCE OF QUEBEC CITY OF WESTMOUNT RÈGLEMENT 1640 BY-LAW 1640 RÈGLEMENT MODIFIANT LE RÈGLEMENT 1305 SUR LES PLANS D’IMPLANTATION ET D’INTÉGRATION ARCHITECTURALE BY-LAW AMENDING BY-LAW 1305 ON SITE PLANNING AND ARCHI...
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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......
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Invasive plants are non-native trees, shrubs, grasses and flowers that have been spread by human activity, intentionally or accidentally. They are often capable of reproducing and spreading rapidly, outcompeting native species and upsetting the ecos......
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This mower offers a solution that is both more sustainable and more efficient: its precise cutting mechanism reduces mowing time by half and eliminates the need for a second employee to mow around trees or poles. More eco-friendly, faster, and more......
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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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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 moreIdentify and limit the presence of invasive plants in Westmount Invasive plants are non-native trees, shrubs, grasses and flowers that have been spread by human activity, intentionally or accidentally. They are often capable of reproducing and spre......
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Japanese knotweed is an invasive plant that spreads aggressively thanks to a complex root system that clogs the soil, making it difficult for other plants to grow. The City shares information on how to identify, remove, and safely dispose of this pl......
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This project is part of the ongoing restoration of the site. The work is expected to be completed by the end of summer 2025. Project Summary Work planned : Reinforcement work to preserve the support the lookout Work area : Summit Lookout, inc......
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Now that the summer has arrived, it is important to consider eco-friendly habits in your yard to reconnect fragmented habitats and promote local biodiversity. Incorporate different species and sizes of trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals to meet......
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During a heatwave, grass naturally goes dormant: it turns yellow, but this is not a sign that it’s dead. There’s no need to overwater it, as it rests to conserve water and will green up again once the rain returns. Eco-responsible habits : Water......
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The Belvedere Road garden waste drop-off will close on December 1 . It is currently open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m . for contractors with a City permi t and for residents with proof of residence . Garden waste can also be taken to an......
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No Mow May helps pollinators by allowing early season flowers to grow in our lawns, parks and green spaces. This allows more bees and beneficial bugs to find food and take shelter in the shady grass without mower blades chopping up their habitat. N......
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This project aims to ensure the safety, accessibility, and long-term preservation of this important public infrastructure. The work includes: Rebuilding the staircase structure while maintaining a configuration similar to the existing east and we......
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It will be open Monday to Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for contractors with a City permit, and residents with proof of residency . Yard waste can also be taken to an Ecocentre , or kept on your property (not streetside) until d......
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Important: Changes have been made to collection days in certain sectors. View the collections map Search by address Accepted materials Residues in paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 50 lbs (2......
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Accepted materials Residues in paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 50 lbs (22.68 kg) Small branches up to 5 cm in diameter and 1.2 meters in length t ied with natural twine Refused materials&......
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Here are a few tips to help you sort common waste items generated during this holiday: Candy wrappers and gift basket packaging All wrappers (even chip bags!) go in the recycling bin. Since January 1, 2025, all packaging, containers, and pr......
Read moreFood waste is transported to the St-Thomas composting center where it is mixed with wood chips and placed in swaths. As organic waste degrades, it produces heat. The internal temperature of the swath increases to 70°C, which eliminates pathogens. Th......
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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 moreDomestic composters allow you to produce a natural fertilizer, compost, which can be used to nourish the soil and plants, while reducing the quantity of organic waste (food and garden waste) sent to landfill. Eligible products worm composting bin......
Read moreGenerally speaking, if your project affects the exterior of the property, it is subject to by-law 1305 on Site Planning and Architectural Integration Programmes (SPAIP) and must be approved by City Council. However, restoration work on the origina...
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,...
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 moreTrees–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......
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