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Urban Planning and Permits for Businesses

Do you have a business project in Town of Mount Royal? Modify your signage, renovate your commercial space, or undertake any other development project. Contact our Urban Planning and Development clerks for assistance with your projects and setup procedures. We're here to support you throughout the process!

All new commercial occupancies, construction or renovation projects, change of use, or signage proposals require permits and/or certificates of authorization. 

The appropriate business type in the suitable location is a key milestone towards project success. Our Zoning By-law no. 1441 specifies permissible and restricted uses in different zones of our garden city. 

Before starting any project, it is crucial to adhere to the current municipal by-laws and obtain the necessary authorizations. Please refer to the Municipal By-laws page for further information. 

Keep in mind that for all permit and certificate applications made by a third party, a proxy form duly signed by the property owner is necessary (form below).

It is forbidden to engage in construction work, of any nature whatsoever, that has the effect of emitting noise outdoors:

  • Before 7:00 and after 20:00, from Monday to Friday
  • Before 9:00 and after 17:00, on Saturdays
  • On Sundays and statutory holidays

For details on relevant fees, kindly reach out to the Urban Planning and Development Division: urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca -  514-734-3042

For all other inquiries, such as requests for tree cutting and permits to dig trenches, please visit our Online Services page.

Please consult the information required for your work or project below

Construction

for all the following types of work, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application:

  • New construction
  • Extension
  • Exterior modification-renovation 
  • Structure
  • Plumbing (Until February 1st, 2025)
  • Mechanical equipment
  • Accessory building
  • Fence
  • Terrace / Gallery
  • Pergola / Gazebo
  • Pool / Spa  (Please also fill out this extra pool application form (French only) in addition to the construction permit form.) 

This list is not exhaustive. If uncertain, refer to the detailed list of projects requiring a permit or certificate.

Construction Permit Request

Landscaping – Driveway – Geothermal - Irrigation

For all the following types of work, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application:

  • Landscaping
  • Driveway 
  • Geothermal
  • Irrigation

Landscaping, Driveway, Geothermal, Irrigation, Certificate Request

Site Preparation

For a signage authorization apllication, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Please note that the certificate will be granted upon inspection approval of the construction site's proposed layout plan, which includes rigid fencing, infrastructure, trailer placements, tree protection measures, and access.

Site Preparation Certificate Request

Signage

Before installing, modifying, or replacing a commercial sign, you must obtain the necessary certificate of authorization to confirm compliance with current municipal regulations.

To obtain a signage authorization certificate, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application. 

Signage Authorization Certificate Request

Occupancy

Starting a business? Be sure to obtain a certificate of occupancy for your location, which certifies the legality of your use in the zone (sector) where your building is located.

To obtain an occupancy certificate, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Occupancy Certificate Request

Café-terrasse

Before setting up a café-terrasse, you need to make sure you comply with current regulations and obtain the necessary authorization.

To obtain a café-terrasse authorization certificate, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Café-terrasse Authorization Certificate Request

Minor Exemption

For a minor exemption application, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Minor Exemption Request

Zoning Change

To obtain a zoning change, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Zoning Change Request

Subdivision

For a subdivision application, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Subdivision Request

Temporary Usage

Need to reserve a space for your event? Get your temporary usage authorization certificate fast.

To obtain a temporary usage certificate, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Temporary Usage Certificate Request

Proxy

Only the property owner can submit a request. Nevertheless, the owner can authorize someone else via a written proxy.

Proxy Form

When the owner is a corporation or a condominium, the Board of Directors must pass a resolution designating a signatory.

Permits for Gardening, Treatment and Maintenance of Lawns, Trees and Shrubs

In order to operate in the Town of Mount Royal, lawn and garden contractors must hold a gardening permit.

To make a request, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Permit Application for Landscaping and/or Treatment And Maintenance of Lawns, Trees and ShrubsConsult the By-law

Snow Removal Permits

A snow removal permit is mandatory for all companies wishing to carry out snow removal work on the Town of Mount Royal.

To make a request, please complete the PDF form provided below with all required information. You may either submit it by email to urbanplanning@town.mount-royal.qc.ca or deliver it in person to the Urban Planning and Development Division located at 20 Roosevelt Avenue, Town of Mount Royal. Kindly ensure that all necessary documents are included with the application.

Permit Application for Snow RemovalConsult the by-law No. 1432 on Snow Removal

Sale of Christmas Trees, Mobile Canteens, Circulars Distribution

To obtain a permit for circulars distribution, christmas trees sale and mobile canteens, please contact the customer service counter at Town Hall (90 Roosevelt avenue) tel. 514 734-3021 or 514 734-3026.

Consult the By-law No. 1383 Regarding Operating Licenses for Certain Commercial ActivitiesConsult the by-law No. 1323 Concerning the Distribution of Circulars

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