Get a permit to build a curb cut
Want to lower the sidewalk in order to make your property accessible by vehicle? This application is usually part of a broader project to build a parking space, garage, passageway or loading dock. Learn how to submit an application to build a curb cut.
A curb cut, or lowered curb, provides access to a:
- Parking space
- Garage
- Passageway
- Loading dock
The curb cut can be created by lowering the sidewalk or removed by rebuilding it.
Before you make plans to create or remove a curb cut, you must submit an application for an exterior renovation or demolition permit for a parking space, garage, passageway or loading dock.
In addition, if your parking space encroaches on public property, you may also need to obtain a permanent public property occupancy permit, depending on the borough in which you live.
The City carries out sidewalk lowering or rebuilding from May to October.
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The construction of a new driveway is included in an application for a conversion permit to add a parking unit on a private lot or in a building.
Rules to follow
- A driveway leading to a parking unit shall be a minimum of 2.4 metres and a maximum of 7.5 metres long.
- The total width of access roads must not exceed 50% of the width of the lot.
- A minimum distance of 7.5 meters must be maintained between two access roads.
- A downhill driveway must be perpendicular to the public highway and may not exceed the width of the garage door by more than 0.9 metres.
If the building is located in a heritage area or on a heritage site, additional requirements may apply.
Contact the permit counter to verify the rules applicable to your situation.
Fees
Construction of a curb cut
Using a saw to create a “cut” in a concrete curb:
- if the length of the curb cut is less than or equal to 8 m: $515
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $515 + $68.50 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $74.65 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $304.55 per m2
Removing a curb cut by rebuilding the sidewalk
Rebuilding a concrete curb: $260.60 per linear metre
If the curb cut is located in an area where the borough is rebuilding sidewalks, your fees will be covered in part and your bill will be lower.
Required documents
When you apply, you must provide a complete scale plan of the property including:
- Neighbouring entrances up to 7.5 metres on each side
- All dimensions of access roads and parking units
- All public furniture (e.g., utility poles, street lights, benches, etc.)
Two copies of:
- Certificate of location
- Photos of the location
- Construction or renovation plan
- Detailed estimate of construction
Communication channels
In person
Suite 600
Montréal, QC H2N 2H8
Legislation
Fees
For details concerning fees, please contact the permit counter.
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Sketch of your proposed design, along with the dimensions of the curb cut
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Second floor
Montréal, QC H1J 2E9
Legislation
Fees
Construction of a curb cut
Using a saw to create a “cut” in a concrete curb:
- if the length of the curb cut is less than or equal to 8 m: $537
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $537+ $69 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $151 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $317 per m2
- if the sidewalk serves as a bike path: $166 per m2
Required documents
- Certificate of the location
- Photos of the location
- Construction or renovation plan
Communication channels
Point de service
Montréal, QC H3X 2H9
Legislation
Fees
Concrete sidewalk: $335 per m2
Curb: $335 per linear metre
Street paving (including labour): $115 per m2
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Sketch of your proposed design
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Montréal, QC H8S 2N4
Legislation
Fees
- per m2 of curb cut to build, regardless of its width: $300
- per linear metre of curb cut to build, if it is on a concrete curb rather than a sidewalk: $240
Compensation will be required if a tree must be felled.
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Photos of location
Communication channels
Legislation
Fees
Processing fee: $117
Construction costs: $412.75 per m2
If the curb cut is located in an area where the borough is rebuilding sidewalks, your fees will be covered in part and your bill will be lower.
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Construction or renovation plan
- Photos of location
Communication channels
By e-mail
Legislation
To find out if your application is eligible and what the fees are, please contact the permit counter.
Good to know
- Parking lots of three units or less must be accessible from an alley or from an access road leading to an alley.
- Front yard parking is prohibited, except in certain areas.
- Apart from exceptional cases, it is prohibited to cut down a tree to create a parking lot or driveway.
Learn more
Point de service
First floor
Montréal, QC H4C 2K4
Legislation
Fees
In connection with the sidewalk: the true cost of the work plus processing fees of 15%
In connection with the concrete curb: the true cost of the work plus processing fees of 15%
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
(on the 2nd floor, rear door of the citizen reception and public safety office)
Montréal, QC H9H 1C5
Legislation
Fees (taxes not included)
Application fee: $133.90
Design of a curb cut: $453.20
Construction of a curb cut
Using a saw to create a “cut” in a concrete curb:
- if the length of the curb cut is less than or equal to 8 m: $484.10
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $484.10 + $63.86 per additional linear metre
If your application is submitted after June 1, work on the sidewalk will take place next year.
Required documents
Certificate of location
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Montréal, QC H1N 1E1
Legislation
Fees
Cost of a curb cut measuring six metres (minimum length) and not requiring that any street furniture be moved
For a sidewalk: $409 per linear metre
For a curb: $245.25 per linear metre
If the curb cut is located in an area where the borough is rebuilding sidewalks, your fees will be covered in part and your bill will be lower.
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Montréal, QC H1H 1S4
Legislation
After getting an earthwork certificate, you can submit an application to build a curb cut.
Fee
Construction of a curb cut: $355 $ per m2
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Photo of the existing location
- Development plan
Communication channels
In person
Montréal, QC H2V 0A8
Fees
Taxes included
Cost | Price |
---|---|
Permit | $60 |
Concrete curb cut (less than 4.90 m) | minimum $205 |
Concrete curb cut (5 m and more) | $41.50 per linear metre |
Hole in the curb (maximum diameter 50 mm) | $125 |
Construction of a culvert | $315 per linear metre |
Reconstruction of a curb | $315 per linear metre |
Reconstruction of the sidewalk | $420 per linear metre |
Required documents
- certificate of location
- ground-level scale plan showing existing and proposed features, particularly parking spaces, access roads and curb cuts
If applicable:
- power of attorney signed by the owner
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Montréal, QC H9A 2Z4
Fees
Construction of a curb cut
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $65 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $285 per m2
- if the sidewalk serves as a bike path: $112.50 per m2
Removing a curb cut by rebuilding the sidewalk
Rebuilding a concrete curb: $180 per linear metre
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Plan of the existing design and the projected design
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Montréal, QC H1B 2Z1
Legislation
The fee will be calculated when you apply for a permit to build a parking space or loading area. Your development plans must have been pre-approved by the permit counter.
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Photo of the facade where the curb cut will be built
Parking space development plans
Learn more
In person
Second floor
Montréal, QC H2G 2B3
Legislation
Fees
Costs vary, depending on several criteria, and are evaluated by the Division des permis et des inspections.
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Saint-Laurent, QC H4M 2M7
Fees
Costs vary, depending on several criteria, and are evaluated by the Division des études techniques.
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Sketch of your proposed design
Communication channels
Division des études techniques (génie)
Montréal, QC H1P 1X5
You must make an appointment at [email protected].
In most cases, the work is performed at the same time that other work is being done.
To find out if your application is admissible, contact the permit counter.
Rules
- Parking in the front yard is prohibited except in certain areas.
- Except in certain cases, it is prohibited to fell a tree in order to build a parking space or driveway.
Fees
Costs vary according to a number of criteria and will be assessed when your application is submitted.
The owner must pay a deposit for the city to rebuild the sidewalk (lowering or removing a driveway) in addition to the fees payable for the permit in question.
To find out more, contact your permit counter.
Communication channels
In person
Suite 109
Montréal, QC H4G 1M4
Fees
Building or removing a curb cut
Lowering a sidewalk by demolition/reconstruction
- Asphalt covering, per square metre: $135
- Concrete, including gutters and setbacks, per square metre: $605
- Concrete slabs, per square metre: $415
- Exposed aggregate concrete covering, per square metre: $657
- Concrete curb, per linear metre: $340
- Granite curb (150 mm), per linear metre: $1,100
- 300 mm granite edge, per linear metre: $1,188
- Tactile paving slab, per unit: $591
- Levelling an electrical system manhole, per unit: $462
- Signpost, per unit: $142
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using concrete:
- If the length is less to 8 m: $510
- If the length exceeds 8 m: $510 $ + $66 per additional metre
Document
Communication channels
By e-mail
Legislation
Fees
Construction of a curb cut
Using a saw to create a “cut” in a concrete curb:
- if the length of the curb cut is less than or equal to 8 m: $502
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $502 + $65.50 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $75.50 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $309.60 per m2
- if the sidewalk serves as a bike path: $319 per m2
Removing a curb cut by rebuilding the sidewalk
- Rebuilding a concrete curb: $255 per linear metre
Communication channels
In person
Point de service
Suite 111
Montréal, QC H3N 1M3
Legislation
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