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Project 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 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 moreBefore 1980 Many homes built before 1980 contain asbestos: in old floor tiles, ceiling tiles, roof shingles and flashing, siding, insulation (around boilers, ducts, pipes, sheeting, fireplaces), pipe cement, and joint compound used on seams between......
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Safety Programme Halloween is fast approaching! In preparation, our Public Safety Officers remind everyone of the importance of safety in our neighbourhoods, whether during trick-or-treating, driving a vehicle, or attending parties. Additionally, O......
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The project includes the replacement of the main staircase foundations, which have significantly deteriorated, as well as repairs to various interior and exterior architectural elements. These interventions aim to ensure the safety, durability, and......
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Sustainable practices Take this opportunity to sort through your belongings, reduce the volume to be moved, and plan how you will pack and organize your items. For a more sustainable move: Moving bin rental services such as GoBac offer a reusa......
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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......
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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 moreUse mulching blades on your grass and fallen leaves, and allow them to mulch your lawn. They will decompose in 48 hours and produce a natural fertilizer that will help nourish your lawn while reducing the use of paper bags. Eligible products manu......
Read moreReduce your consumption or water and energy with the use of a low-flow shower head and toilet. Bidets can reduce the amount of toilet paper used (a product that requires a lot of water to manufacture). Even better, use your bidet along with reusable......
Read moreAccording to the Act respecting the conservation and development of wildlife , it is prohibited to kill or capture a wild animal without first attempting to scare it away or prevent it from causing damage. It is also forbidden to feed animals on p......
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The Gallery at Victoria Hall is a unique public space dedicated to visual arts linking the community centre to the Library. The Gallery’s mission is to offer a space devoted to showcase and celebrate Westmount artists—be they emerging, semi-pr......
Read moreFollowing concerns raised by citizens concerning dust in local dog parks, the City of Westmount hired an independent laboratory, SOLROC, to carry out a study. Complaints included discomfort experienced by some from dust raised by the activity of dog......
Read moreThe following work does not require first obtaining a building permit, in accordance with the permits and certificates by-law: Replacement of the cladding of a flat roof Repair or replacement of mortar joints Ventilation work, including installa......
Read moreGenerally, the law does not require an architect (Architects Act, Chapter A-21) for the construction, expansion, reconstruction, renovation, or transformation of the following buildings : A detached single-family dwelling unit having, after the wo......
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 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 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 Documents indicated by an asterisk (*) are required. *A letter describing the scope of the proposed work *A letter from the building owner authorizing the application, if the request is made by a third party *A letter from th......
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 moreFollow these steps to collect your food waste at home while maintaining a clean bin. Single-family homes and residential buildings up to 8 units Step 1 Keep your green bin clean and dry by placing a few sheets of newspaper or paper towels at th......
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......
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