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A Specific Proposal is an exceptional procedure adapted to major projects and those that present complexities inherent to their particular features. In principal, this tool provides a framework for urban development on a case-by-case basis and facil......
Read moreAn application for authorization of a Special Proposal is limited to the following: the siting, the construction, the extension, or the renovation and redevelopment in respect of a proposal for a residential, multifamily immovable with six (6) or......
Read moreThe City Council may grant or refuse an application for authorization of a proposal submitted to it pursuant to the By-law only after it has received the opinion of the departments concerned and of the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC). In addition......
Read moreOnce all the necessary information is gathered, you can submit your application online or in person at the Urban Planning Department at City Hall. The applicable fees include the file analysis fees. Please note that the fees related to the issua......
Read moreDid you read guideline #7 concerning storefronts and signage? Do you know in which zone your residence is located? Did you read by-law #1303 concerning zoning? Did you read the Urban Planning by-laws? We recommend that you review the c......
Read moreOnce all the necessary information is gathered, you can submit your application online or in person at the Urban Planning Department at City Hall. The applicable fees include the file analysis fees. Please note that the fees related to the issua......
Read moreOnce all the necessary information is gathered, you can submit your application online or in person at the Urban Planning Department at City Hall. The applicable fees include the file analysis fees. Please note that the fees related to the issua......
Read moreDid you read the guidelines for renovating and building? Did you read the guideline #5 concerning new buildings? Did you read by-law #1303 concerning zoning? Did you read by-law #1391 concerning building? Did you read by-law #1387 conc......
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 moreOnce all the necessary information is gathered, you can submit your application online or in person at the Urban Planning Department at City Hall. The applicable fees include the file analysis fees. Please note that the fees related to the issua......
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 moreOnce you have gathered all the information: The plumbing contractor must contact the Permits and Inspections Division of the Urban Planning Department at 514 989-5219 or at permis@westmount.org . Only the plumber may apply for and obtain the p......
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 moreThis section is devoted to the history of the City, a legacy that has helped define Westmount as one of the premiere municipalities in Canada. From the time of the earliest settlers, each resident has put their own unique stamp on the City, helping......
Read moreIn one respect Westmount has the longest history of any locality in America, north of Mexico. An ancient Indian burying ground discovered in 1898 on and adjoining the grounds of St. George Club on the Upper Level (not the Summit), near the corner of......
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 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......
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In order to improve the energy efficiency of its urban lighting, the City of Westmount is replacing the bulbs in its public lighting fixtures with LED (Light Emitting Diode) bulbs. This transition is part of a sustainable development approach that a......
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The City encourages residents to adopt active and sustainable means of transportation. Plan your urban trips with the help of this map, which shows the location of bus stops, bike-sharing and car-sharing stations, and electric vehicle charging stati......
Read moreAll account types can be closed using the online form. Be advised that the account holder remains responsible for charges at the address in their client profile until Hydro Westmount has received and processed the request to close the account. Ther......
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......
Read moreIf corrective work is needed to bring your pool installation into compliance, you must first obtain a permit or certificate of authorization issued by the City of Westmount. In this case, please contact the Urban Planning......
Read moreIf required , follow the steps to obtain a permit that will allow you to carry out necessary modifications to your pool area in full compliance. Be sure to apply for any necessary permits well in advance. Depending on the natu......
Read moreA City inspector will visit your property to confirm that your pool area, and all required modifications that have been completed, meet the applicable standards. To schedule a specific time for this visit, you may contact the Urban Planning D......
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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