Heat pumps in East Farnham: permits and bylaws
Planning a heat pump or an air conditioner in East Farnham? Here is what the bylaws say: the permit, the distance from the lot lines, where the unit can go and the noise limit. It all comes from the official texts.
Five spots, one answer for each.
Each answer is the bylaw rule, in short. “Not specified” means the text does not say: ask urban planning.
Allowed in the rear yard, at least 2 m from the property lines.
Allowed in the side yards, at least 2 m from the property lines.
Not allowed in the front yard.
Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.
Allowed on a roof slope other than the one facing the street.
Good to know, and who to call.
Good to know
- Permit and certificate applications are handled by the building inspector; maximum 30-day turnaround.
The short answers.
Do you need a permit to install a heat pump in East Farnham?
Certificate of authorization required before installation. Published fee: $20.
How far from the lot lines must the unit be?
2 m from the property lines.
Can a heat pump go in the front yard?
No. Not allowed in the front yard.
What is the noise limit?
Bylaw RM 460-2025 on peace, order and nuisances: no figure for heat pumps (noise that disturbs the peace is prohibited).
Who should I call to confirm before the work?
Building inspector, municipal office, 450 263-4252 (Wednesday 1 to 4 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to noon).
Read at the source.
Sources: Zoning bylaw 209, s. 59 and 74; permits and certificates issuance and fees bylaw 212, s. 31 and fee schedule; bylaw RM 460-2025, s. 36 (zoning: amended up to bylaw 376-2026; permits: amended up to bylaw 366-2025).
Checked by AirGreen on September 30, 2026.
This page is a summary. The official bylaw prevails. Confirm with the city before the work.
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