Heat pumps in L’Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève: permits and bylaws
Planning a heat pump or an air conditioner in L’Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève? 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.
At least 2 m from the lot lines, not visible from the street.
At least 2 m from the lot lines, not visible from the street.
Not allowed in the front yard.
Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.
Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.
Good to know, and who to call.
Confirm before the work
The official bylaw prevails. A quick call to the borough settles any doubt before you order the unit.
The short answers.
Do you need a permit to install a heat pump in L’Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève?
No permit.
How far from the lot lines must the unit be?
2 m minimum.
Can a heat pump go in the front yard?
No. Not allowed in the front yard.
What is the noise limit?
The noise must never disturb the neighbours (no figure).
Who should I call to confirm before the work?
311 (514 872-0311 from outside Montréal).
Read at the source.
Sources: City of Montréal, “Obtenir un permis pour installer une thermopompe ou un appareil de climatisation”, L’Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève section; zoning bylaw CA28 0023 (page updated August 3, 2026).
Checked by AirGreen on September 30, 2026.
This page is a summary. The official bylaw prevails. Confirm with the borough before the work.
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