Municipal by-laws

Roaming is prohibited and, while in public places, dogs must be kept on leash at all times. Owners/custodians must pick up feces on all public or private property other than their own. The fenced dog run is located at 725 Main (next to Thompson Park parking lot).

As a general rule, fences bordering streets shall not exceed 1.2 m (4 ft) in height. On all other sides, the height shall not exceed 2.0 m (6.5 ft). Hedges must be trimmed and well maintained. No height limit applies to hedges.

An outdoor fire includes an open-air fire (volume less than 1 cubic metre), a large-scale open-air fire (volume more than 1 cubic metre), and an outdoor fireplace.

• A permit must be obtained for each large-scale open-air fire.
• Using any accelerant material to light or feed an outdoor fire is strictly forbidden.
• An outdoor fire must be monitored by an adult at all times.
• Outdoor fires may only be lit when surrounding conditions are safe and conducive – i.e. when winds are less than 20 km/h, and the risk of fire within the territory covered by the town of Hudson ranges from low to high.
• You must take every precaution to ensure that smoke does not blow toward neighbouring homes or businesses.
• CONSULT THE BY-LAW for additional information about containment measures, where open-air fires can be located in your yard, and the permit application process.

Fireplaces and patio heaters are permitted for businesses located in the commercial zone. Wood fireplaces must be located at least two (2) meters from the property lines and any building and equipped with a fireguard. Gas fireplaces and patio heaters must be located at least one (1) meter from the property lines. CONSULT THE BY-LAW

DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, GARAGE SALES ARE NOT PERMITTED  Garage sales are permitted once per year following issuance of a permit costing $20. Only one sign, not exceeding 0.37 m2 (4 sq ft) is permitted on the site of the sale. Directional sign are prohibited.

• The town is divided into 2 collection areas (east and west) for household waste collection. Each area is serviced every two weeks, every other Thursday. Waste must be placed in the green bin provided by the Town of Hudson. Only this bin will be emptied; no other bins or bags will be collected.
• Recycling is collected on Tuesdays. Blue bins should be placed on your private property a maximum of one metre from the curb.
• Food waste is collected on Wednesdays. Brown bins should be placed on your private property a maximum of one metre from the curb.

Leaves will be picked up in the spring and fall. The leaves must be placed in closed paper bags.

The space between the boundary of your property and the road pavement is designated as a municipal right of way. The maintenance and good order of this municipal space are the responsibility of the frontage resident. It is also prohibited for security reasons to place objects such as rocks, branches, etc. on this municipal right of way.

It is prohibited for any person to cause noise susceptible to disrupt the peace and well-being of one or many persons of the neighbourhood by carrying out construction work, demolition work or repairs to buildings or vehicles, to use noisy tools, particularly lawn mowers or chainsaws during the following times:

• Between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m. from Monday to Friday and,
• Between 4 p.m. and 9 a.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

The bin should be placed on your private property at a maximum of 1 metre from the paved surface of the street. Position the wheels so that they are closest to your house and the lid opens towards the street. Make sure your bin has no other objects within a 60 cm perimeter.

SECTION 5 SANDY BEACH ACCESS BAN

No one may be at Sandy Beach at any time.

Any person who contravenes this by-law commits an offense and is liable to a fine of $100. The amounts set forth above shall be doubled in the event of a second violation. Any continued violation of one or other of the articles of these regulations constitutes, on each day, a separate and distinct violation.

SECTION 6 DOGS IN SANDY BEACH NATURE PARK

No one shall allow their dog access to the Sandy Beach nature park from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in June, July and August

All property owners serviced by the sewer system are requested to connect up their buildings as soon as possible.

Please do not hesitate to call Technical Services for more information at (450) 458-0222.

A building permit is required for the installation of accessory buildings (sheds, etc.).

Residents and contractors are not permitted to throw snow or ice onto public places, namely onto the street or around fire hydrants.

Pools require a permit and must be situated behind the front setback of the main building. In-ground pools must be enclosed by a fence. Entrance gates to in-ground pools must have a self-closing and self-locking device ensuring that the gate remains securely shut.

A free permit is required to cut down trees with a diameter equal to or greater than 10 cm (4 in), the diameter to be measured from the base of the trunk at a height of 1,3 meters (51.18 in) above the ground level. A tree may only be felled if evaluated by the authority having jurisdiction as dead or dying, dangerous, a nuisance, diseased or in the way of a construction project. The penalty for felling a tree without a permit is a minimum of $300 per tree for the first infraction.

It is prohibited to park a vehicle on a public way between 00:00 PM and 7:00 AM from November 15th to April 1st.

Winter shelters are permitted from October 15 to April 15 and may not be installed or partly installed on public property.