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The first occupation on the site during this period, was the establishment by the Seminary of St. Sulpice in 1684, of the Fort Des Messieurs, the extensive establishment of which the two early towers and some walls at the College de Montreal are the......
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 more...CTURAL INTEGRATION PROGRAMMES (SPAIP) The By-law on Site Planning and Architectural Integration Programmes ( By-law 1305 ), adopted in 1995, sets out detailed guidelines for building and renovating in Westmount, based on expert evaluations o...
Read moreUnder section 145.41 of the Act Respecting Land Use Planning And Development , the Council may, by by-law, establish standards and prescribe measures relating to the occupation and maintenance of a building, and require, in the event of obsole......
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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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This request is part of a regional situation affecting more than one million residents on the Island of Montreal. It is related to urgent work on a major water main in Montréal’s water distribution system, located beneath Atwater Avenue, which suppl......
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Each year, the City of Westmount offers residents a selection of trees, while supplies last. Again this year, the tree selection is composed entirely of native species that greatly benefit the local urban ecosystem. Please note that the number of t......
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The gas network replacement work will take place on Redfern Avenue, between Sherbrooke Street and De Maisonneuve Boulevard. During this period, Redfern Avenue will be converted to a one-way street. Énergir crews and contractors hired by the......
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Carried out in two phases over a two-year period, the project includes the full reconstruction of the staircase, the addition of retaining walls, the installation of new light posts, the integration of a bike ramp, and landscaping work. Phase 1 w......
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Phase 2 will begin in the spring of 2026 and will last approximately 15 weeks . This phase will include concrete substructure work on the south section of the staircase, completion of the remaining structure, stone cladding, wall repairs, lands......
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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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Bulky items collection aims to divert large household items such as wood, metal, ceramic and refrigeration appliances from landfill, so that they can be recycled and recuperated. Collection is by registration only . Registration must be received......
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......
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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......
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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 moreDid you read the guidelines for renovating and building? Did you read guideline #6 concerning landscaping Do you know in which zone your property is located? Did you read by-law #1303 concerning zoning? Did you read by-law #1391 concer......
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Acquired by the City in 1898, the construction and landscaping of the lookout, stairs and park were carried out in the 1930s. Summit Lookout offers striking views of Westmount, Montreal’s downtown area and the St-Lawrence River. At the foot of the L......
Read moreWestmount today is a residential enclave on the island of Montreal in Quebec, Canada. It lies within walking distance of Montreal’s downtown core, yet retains an air of tranquility and small-town community. Discover the City by exploring our intera......
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......
Read moreDid you read the guidelines for renovating and building? Do you know in which zone your residence is located? Did you read by-law #1303 concerning zoning? Did you read by-law #1387 concerning noise? Have you read Article 6.4 (parking a......
Read moreFor your home, your neighbourhood, your planet Electrical lighting is part of city life. Excessive lighting, however, can lead to a number of negative effects. Energy More light is produced per capita in Quebec than anywhere in the world. Better......
Read moreDo you know in which zone your property is located? Did you read by-law #1303 concerning zoning? Did you read guideline #6 concerning landscaping?
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 moreDo you know which zone your residence is located in? Did you read by-law #1303 concerning zoning? Have you read Article 6.6 (Pools) of Directive #6 concerning landscaping? Did you read the guidelines for renovating and building? Did yo......
Read moreDo you know the respetive historical value of your property? Have you read Directive #1 (Introduction to Directives) for renovating and building in Westmount? Have you read Directive #2 concerning exterior walls? Have you read Direc......
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