Install a water meter in a non-residential building
Do you own an existing building, whether new or under construction, that is intended in whole or in part for non-residential use? Installing a water meter is mandatory. Find out how.
Existing buildings
Before installation, you must:
- Have plumbing that complies with standards: This includes, but is not limited to, adding taps and installing a support to reinforce the plumbing, grounding to prevent electrocution, a connection for the meter, a bypass line and a backflow prevention device (BPD).
- Install backflow prevention devices, also known as BPDs, on the same pipe segment as your meter and have them checked regularly, as required by the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.
Apply by e-mail
- Complete the general information form (in French)
- Take an inventory of your water-consuming appliances.
Send us your documents by e-mail. Allow approximately 2 weeks for us to open your file. We will contact you to assist you with the preparatory work.
Meter installation and precautions
The city provides and installs the meter and the equipment. You can also do it yourself.
During installation, there could be a temporary interruption of the drinking water supply to your building or a slight decrease in water pressure. It is your responsibility to implement measures to prevent damage to your property.
New buildings or buildings under construction
You must submit your meter installation application at least 60 days before installation begins.
The city provides the meter and the equipment. You are in charge of installation. You will receive installation instructions about 2 weeks after we receive your application. You will have 90 days to complete installation.
Apply by phone
- Complete the general information form (in French)
- Take an inventory of your water-consuming appliances or have your engineer’s hydraulic calculation at hand.
- Call our team to open a file.
You can send us your documents by e-mail once the application has been approved.
Legislation
Overview of applicable by-laws.
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