Municipal by-laws

Outdoor fires*, including barrel fires and outdoor fireplaces, are permitted subject to being placed at the rear of individual properties and not near the street. They must be supervised at all times to produce as little smoke as possible and to prevent smoke from drifting to neighbouring residences.

* A permit must be issued by the Fire Department for any open-air fire exceeding 1 square meter in area and 1 square meter in height.

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.

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.

Garbage must be in closed containers and must be placed on your private property a maximum of one metre from the paved surface of the street.

Garbage collection takes place on Mondays in the eastern sector and on Thursdays in the western sector. Collection in the central sector is on Mondays and Thursdays. Recycling collection is every Monday. Food residues collection is every Wednesday.

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 to make excessive noise likely to disrupt the peace and tranquillity of the neighbourhood. It is also prohibited to make noise while proceeding with construction, demolition or repairs, or to use a lawnmower or chainsaw except during the following times:

Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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.

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.