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 must also get a permanent public property occupancy permit.
Work aimed at lowering or rebuilding the sidewalk must be carried out between May and October.
My borough
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: $494
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $494 + $65.25 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $71.50 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $292 per m2
Removing a curb cut by rebuilding the sidewalk
Rebuilding a concrete curb: $250 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
Two copies of:
- Certificate of location
- Photos of the location
- Construction or renovation plan
- Detailed estimate of construction
Communication channels
Suite 600
Montréal, QC H2N 2H8
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
Second floor
Montréal, QC H1J 2E9
By-law
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: $499
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $499+ $64 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $140 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $295 per m2
- if the sidewalk serves as a bike path: $155 per m2
Required documents
- Certificate of the location
- Photos of the location
- Construction or renovation plan
Communication channels
Montréal, QC H3X 2H9
By-law
Fees
Concrete sidewalk: $229.10 per m2
Curb: $224.40 per linear metre
Street paving (including labour): $160 per m2
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Sketch of your proposed design
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Montréal, QC H8S 2N4
By-law
Fees
- per m2 of curb cut to build, regardless of its width: $240
- per linear metre of curb cut to build, if it is on a concrete curb rather than a sidewalk: $200
Compensation will be required if a tree must be felled.
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Photos of location
Communication channels
Montréal, QC H8R 4A8
By-law
Fees
Processing fee: $107
Construction costs: $377 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
- Photos of location
Communication channels
By-law
Fees
For details concerning fees or to schedule an appointment with an agent, please contact the permit counter or call 311.
Communication channels
Outside of Montréal: 514 872-0311
Monday to Friday: From 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
First floor
Montréal, QC H4C 2K4
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%
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Montréal, QC H9C 1G9
Fees
Application fee: $121.61
Design of a curb cut: $415.75
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: $418.57
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $418.57 + $56.16 per additional linear metre
Required documents
Certificate of location
Communication channels
Montréal, QC H1N 1E1
Fees
Cost of a curb cut measuring six metres (minimum length) and not requiring that any street furniture be moved
For a sidewalk: $377 per linear metre
For a curb: $227 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
Montréal, QC H1H 1S4
After getting an earthwork certificate, you can submit an application to build a curb cut.
Fee
Construction of a curb cut: $338 $ per m2
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Photo of the existing location
- Development plan
Communication channels
Montréal, QC H2V 1K9
Fees
Permit: $55
Curb cut: $55 per linear metre
Bevel-shaped curb cut: $65 per linear metre
Hole in the curb: $90
Construction of a culvert: $150 per linear metre
Reconstruction of a curb: $100 per linear metre
Reconstruction of the sidewalk: $175 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
Montréal, QC H9A 2Z4
Fees
Construction of a curb cut
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $58 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $275 per m2
- if the sidewalk serves as a bike path: $118 per m2
Removing a curb cut by rebuilding the sidewalk
Rebuilding a concrete curb: $170 per linear metre
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Plan of the existing design and the projected design
Communication channels
Montréal, QC H1B 2Z1
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: $430
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $430 + $55 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $68 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $360 per m2
- if the sidewalk serves as a bike path: $127 per m2
Removing a curb cut by rebuilding the sidewalk
Rebuilding:
- a concrete curb: $221 per linear metre
- a boulevard sidewalk with a grass strip and a curb: $255 per linear metre
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Photo of the facade where the curb cut will be built
Fees
Costs vary, depending on several criteria, and are evaluated by the Division des permis et des inspections.
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Montréal, QC H4M 2M7
Fees
Costs vary, depending on several criteria, and are evaluated by the Division des permis et des inspections.
Required documents
- Certificate of location
- Sketch of your proposed design
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Montréal, QC H1R 3B1
Fees
Costs vary, depending on several criteria, and are evaluated by the Division des permis et des inspections.
Communication channels
Suite 109
Montréal, QC H4G 1M4
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: $467
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $467 + $51 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $263 per m2
Edge sawing
if the length is less to 8 m : $394
if the length exceeds 8 m : $51 per additionnal metre
Document
Communication channels
17th floor
Montréal, QC H2L 4L8
Please fill out the form (in French) and bring it with you.
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: $462
- if the length of the curb cut exceeds 8 m: $462 + $60.20 per additional linear metre
Lowering by demolishing and rebuilding the sidewalk using:
- plant mix: $69.40 per m2
- concrete, including for the gutter and the back of the sidewalk: $294 per m2
- if the sidewalk serves as a bike path: $294 per m2
Removing a curb cut by rebuilding the sidewalk
Rebuilding a concrete curb: $235.10 per linear metre
Communication channels
Suite 111
Montréal, QC H3N 1M3
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