Opening a business in Pierrefonds-Roxboro
Are you thinking of opening a commercial establishment or setting up your company in Pierrefonds-Roxboro? In order to start off on the right foot, follow this practical guide. You will find the information and steps you need to take to carry out your business project.
Innovative and filled with a wide range of experiences, the borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro relies on a proactive local economy to attract diversified talents and dynamic entrepreneurs.
Pierrefonds-Roxboro is…
- A population of 73,889
- Nearly 600 commercial enterprises
- An estimated commercial sales potential of $373 million in 2018
- A booming borough that will soon be served by two electrically-powered light rail stations of the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM)
- An identity core in the area between Saint-Jean and Pierrefonds boulevards that is currently being redeveloped
Socio-economic portrait and statistics
The Montréal en statistiques website is full of information on the specifics of the Montréal market: demographics, housing, business locations and tourism. A section of the site is dedicated to the borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro. The borough also has a commercial mix study in which you will find a portrait of supply and demand.
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Let’s discuss it together to evaluate its viability and added value! A number of resources can help you determine the feasibility of your project.
The Pierrefonds-Roxboro Economic Development Commissioner can assist you in your efforts to:
- Find land or commercial space
- Obtain permits to expand, renovate or develop your establishment
- Put you in touch with other partners
- Learn about available financing programs
Communicate with Ghislain Dufour : 514 898-7748 / [email protected]
Consult our practical guide
Permits: what you need to know
Before going ahead with your project, or committing to and signing a commercial lease, it is essential to know if the activities you intend to carry out with your business in your desired location are, in fact, permitted. Here are the most frequently required permits, whether to open, transform or operate a business. Issuance times and costs vary depending on the type of permit required.
Obtaining this document is the most important step in starting your business activities. It certifies that the activities carried out in your business comply with the urban planning bylaw of the borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro as well as with the specific uses of the occupied zone.
A new certificate is required if there is a change in ownership of the place of business or a change in use.
This permit certifies that your work complies with the borough’s bylaws. Most all work requires this permit or when the use of premises are changed. Always check with the borough to see if your work requires a permit or authorization.
Are you planning to carry out work that requires occupying public space: for example, to install a sign, a container or scaffolding that would encroach on the sidewalk or a parking space? The occupation of such public space requires a temporary occupancy permit or obstruction permit.
Certain fees will apply depending on the type of occupation, obstruction (street, local or arterial road) or parking space and the number of days of use of the public domain.
A good-looking commercial sign helps attract customers and beautify the front of your business. A permit is required for installation. It is suggested that you hire a sign professional. You must apply for a permit to install a sign or modify an existing one. If applicable, a certificate is required for each sign. The previous tenant’s sign must be removed.
Urban Planning Advisory Committee
If you are planning to carry out work on the exterior surface of your building, you must send a request to the Pierrefonds-Roxboro Urban Planning Advisory Committee for review. The Committee will then be in charge of recommending the acceptance of your work to the members of Borough Council. If they are in agreement, they will then have to approve it.
Approval delays are to be expected according to the meeting schedule of the Committee and Council.
Technical ressources and financial assistance
To increase your chances of success, it is of the utmost importance to prepare a solid business plan that will enable you to develop the various aspects of a business project:
- a marketing plan
- a human resources plan
- financial projections, etc.
The borough collaborates with PME Montréal West-Island to support entrepreneurs who want to start a business. The organization offers consulting services and assistance in finding financing. It also manages grant programs. Your advisor will be able to help you identify grants that may be applicable to your project.
Permits Office
For any questions, visit the Borough’s Permits counter page. It is strongly recommended that you make an appointment by sending an email to [email protected]before going in person to the Permits Office.
Economic Development Commissioner
To discuss with Pierrefonds-Roxboro’s commissioner, contact Ghislain Dufour : 514 898-7748 / [email protected]
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