Comply with requirements

Here’s a reminder of the requirements for managing a construction site. They apply to all types of permits issued for occupancy of public property. 

• You can occupy public property up to 24 hours before the actual start of the project. 

• If you have to interrupt the project for a period of 5 days or more, you must provide reasonable proof and communicate it to your borough contact person. 

• Tubular beacons T-RV-10 must be used to channel traffic. TR-V7 beacons can be used if a documented analysis demonstrates that they are more appropriate given the environment, traffic flow, visibility and pedestrian and/or bike traffic. 

• You are required to remove any temporary signage as soon as the project is completed. 

For permits of 90 days or more, you are responsible for complying with the signage guidelines, using the available banner and sign templates. 

Making sure the worksite is safe

Make sure worksites are secured at all times to prevent accidents. You must ensure that all equipment is compliant and works properly (machines, vehicles and protective equipment).

Maintain accessibility 

For the time that you are occupying the property, you must maintain access to residences. Pedestrian access must have a minimum width of 1.5 m, be clear, linear and continuous. It must be designed for all types of pedestrians, including wheelchair users, people who are visually impaired, and parents pushing strollers. 

You must also guarantee access to emergency response vehicles, as well as collection services (garbage, recycling and composting). If the street is inaccessible, you must enter into an agreement with the borough’s public works team. 

In some boroughs, you must also configure a bicycle lane. 

Please note that during the winter months, the permit holder is responsible for clearing snow from the occupied area. 

Install temporary signage

As a permit holder, you are responsible for procuring and installing all temporary signage required during your occupancy. These include worksite signs and “no parking” signs.  The contractor’s name must also be displayed on the site for the duration of the work being performed or the course of the event. 

Installation period of the sign 

“No parking” signs must be set up 12 to 14 hours before the start of occupancy. All other signs must be in place from the beginning of the occupancy period.  

Form for installing no-parking sign

Once the signs are installed, you must inform the Agence de mobilité durable by filling out the online form for installing no-parking signs.  You will then receive a PDF copy of the form.

Protect public property

You must protect the public property that you are occupying. If you damage municipal infrastructure, street furniture, trees or public landscaping, you may be subject to fines from the city or the borough.

Contact stakeholders 

For some types of occupancy, a bus stop, BIXI station, etc. may need to be moved. It is your responsibility to contact the various stakeholders before your occupancy period begins. 

Examples: 

• Bus stop: Write to the STM
• BIXI station: Contact BIXI 

Manage parking meters and pay stations 

Please note that the Agence de mobilité durable is responsible for removing or covering parking meters and pay stations following your request for a permit to occupy the public domain. Fees will be added to your invoice. 

If you have any questions on this matter: [email protected] 

Police presence 

The borough may require you to call in police officers, for example, for work that affects traffic lights or for major obstructions. In this case, you must fill out a request form (in French only) and send it to the SPVM. 

Mitigate noise

You must comply with all noise regulations. The rules vary in every borough.