{"id":808,"date":"2024-07-08T13:19:48","date_gmt":"2024-07-08T13:19:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demolitionchantier.ca\/?p=808"},"modified":"2026-02-14T03:34:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T03:34:00","slug":"demolition-permit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/excavationchanthier.ca\/en\/demolition-permit\/","title":{"rendered":"HOW TO APPLY FOR A DEMOLITION PERMIT IN YOUR LOCALITY?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"808\" class=\"elementor elementor-808\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-10a1be1c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"10a1be1c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7e24c0b9\" data-id=\"7e24c0b9\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-188bd811 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"188bd811\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<p>Are you planning to demolish a building entirely or partially? Since this project involves several different tasks and can present numerous risks, you will undoubtedly need to follow certain steps and learn how to apply for a<strong> demolition permit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p>One essential step for working in compliance is applying for a <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">demolition permit<\/span> from your municipal administration.<\/p>\n\n<p>In the following paragraphs, our <a href=\"https:\/\/excavationchanthier.ca\/en\/demolition\/buildings-demolition\/\">building demolition<\/a> specialists will share a demolition permit checklist regarding the steps to obtain your <em>demolition permit<\/em> from the relevant authorities.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WITHOUT A DEMOLITION PERMIT, IT IS ILLEGAL TO DEMOLISH A RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL BUILDING<\/h2>\n\n<p>According to the law in effect in most parts of Quebec, it is strictly forbidden to carry out demolition work on a building without first obtaining a permit or authorization certificate. Moreover, violators may even be required to reconstruct demolished buildings without authorization.<\/p>\n\n<p>Therefore, before giving the green light to such a project (<a href=\"https:\/\/excavationchanthier.ca\/en\/demolition\/house-demolition\/\">house demolition<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/excavationchanthier.ca\/en\/demolition\/garage-demolition\/\">garage demolition<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/excavationchanthier.ca\/en\/demolition\/post-disaster-demolition\/\">post-disaster demolition<\/a>, etc.), a demolition permit application must be submitted, and it may be subject to a decision by various public bodies.<\/p>\n\n<p>For example, in Montreal, the decision to permit or deny the demolition of a building may be made by the Demolition Application Review Committee, an <a href=\"https:\/\/montreal.ca\/en\/topics\/urban-planning-advisory-committees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">urban planning committee<\/a>, or the Director of Urban Planning and Business Services.<\/p>\n\n<p>Thus, it is crucial to find out to whom you must submit your application.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO APPLY FOR A DEMOLITION PERMIT<\/h2>\n\n<p>In most localities, applying for a <em>demolition permit<\/em> follows a similar process.<\/p>\n\n<p>1- You need to fill out a demolition permit application form from your municipality, available online or downloadable from most Quebec localities&#8217; websites, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/montreal.ca\/en\/how-to\/get-permit-to-demolish-building\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montreal<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/montreal-west.ca\/en\/resident-services\/urban-planning\/permits-authorizations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montreal-West<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pointe-claire.ca\/content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/demolition_fr_en_2024-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pointe-Claire<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/Pages\/En\/Citizens\/cdu-demolition-en.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Laval<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>2- You must then send it along with the other required documents, which may vary depending on the municipality.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here are examples of documents or information that might be requested when submitting your demolition permit application:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Photographs of the building&#8217;s facades and its surroundings.<\/li>\n\n<li>The number and area of the building&#8217;s uses.<\/li>\n\n<li>If there are residential tenants, provide the measures planned for their relocation.<\/li>\n\n<li>If the building is vacant, specify\u00a0since\u00a0when.<\/li>\n\n<li>Reasons justifying the demolition request.<\/li>\n\n<li>Preliminary program for the cleared land, including plans to verify compliance with regulations.<\/li>\n\n<li>Schedule for demolition and reconstruction work if applicable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You should also know that for a complete demolition request, a public utilities disconnection permit may also be required.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONDITIONS FOR ISSUING A DEMOLITION PERMIT<\/h3>\n\n<p>When reviewing your demolition permit application, the relevant authorities may base their decision on several factors, the most important being:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The current state of the building.<\/li>\n\n<li>The architectural appearance deterioration.<\/li>\n\n<li>Restoration costs.<\/li>\n\n<li>Objections received.<\/li>\n\n<li>Housing needs and relocation issues when the building contains multiple units.<\/li>\n\n<li>The proposed redevelopment project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FEES ASSOCIATED WITH A DEMOLITION PERMIT APPLICATION<\/h3>\n\n<p>When submitting a demolition permit application, you may be required to pay fees for the study and analysis of the file.<\/p>\n\n<p>Some boroughs or municipalities may also require additional amounts:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A deposit to cover any damage to sidewalks or curbs, public facilities, and urban furniture.<\/li>\n\n<li>Fees for the disconnection of driveway entrances.<\/li>\n\n<li>Fees for sewer sealing and water disconnection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>As for the demolition permit price, it varies depending on the city or municipality, generally ranging between $50 and $200.<\/p>\n\n<p>Of course, you\u00a0are required to\u00a0pay all these fees if you want your application to be processed.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PROCESSING TIMES FOR A DEMOLITION PERMIT APPLICATION<\/h3>\n\n<p>The nature of a demolition permit application will determine its processing time. Generally, the process takes between 1 to 6 months.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VALIDITY PERIOD OF THE DEMOLITION PERMIT<\/h3>\n\n<p>Regulations may differ in your locality, but the average validity period of a demolition permit is 6 months.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">OBTAIN YOUR DEMOLITION PERMIT MORE EASILY WITH OUR SUPPORT<\/h2>\n\n<p>In summary, if you have not yet obtained a demolition permit or authorization certificate, you cannot demolish your property.<\/p>\n\n<p>If the process of obtaining a demolition permit seems complicated, know that at Excavation Chanthier, a <a href=\"https:\/\/excavationchanthier.ca\/en\/\">demolition company<\/a> in Montreal, we can help you better understand it. To discuss demolition with experts, do not hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/excavationchanthier.ca\/en\/contact\/\">contact our team<\/a>. Our expertise and the quality of our work are recognized on the North Shore, South Shore, and in Montreal.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you planning to demolish a building entirely or partially? Since this project involves several different tasks and can present numerous risks, you will undoubtedly need to follow certain steps and learn how to apply for a demolition permit. 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