An enduring witness to our history, our ways of life and our savoir faire, urban heritage defines our Montréal identity. A variety of initiatives help to protect, enhance and interpret our heritage, allowing it to be transmitted to future generations.

Urban Planning Advisory Committees study planning and development applications and make recommendations to the borough, which decides whether or not to act on them.

Urban projects shape the face of Montréal and reflect an ambitious vision for the future. Learn how these initiatives will help improve quality of life for residents.

Are you planning to use pesticides? Please be advised that the use of domestic pesticides is regulated, as is the use of residential and commercial pesticides outside buildings.

In Montréal, water meters are installed on all buildings used wholly or partly for non-residential purposes. Meters are used to determine the real consumption of these users and encourage better use of drinking water.

The city ensures the quality of its waterways and protects their ecosystems and biodiversity through its three-fold action plan: Reduce pollutants at source, intercept and treat wastewater, and monitor the aquatic environment. Here’s what you need to know.

The city and building owners share the responsibility for maintaining drinking water and sewer pipes. For installation, replacement or repair work, you must contact a plumbing company or the borough to have the work done.

Would you like to get to Parc Jean-Drapeau quickly with your bike? Do you want to go by boat to Longueuil, to the îles de Boucherville or to Pointe-aux-Trembles? The city offers several waterway shuttle services. Here’s everything you need to know.

Do you have a renovation project? Do you want to do a demolition? Do you need a permit? Urban development is subject to regulations that vary according to land use in each zone. Gather information before starting.