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Heat pumps in Rigaud: permits and bylaws

Planning a heat pump or an air conditioner in Rigaud? 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.

Where the unit can go Compare with another city
PermitTo be confirmedNot specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning
FeeNot publishedNo fee is published online: ask urban planning.
Distance from lot lines1.5 m1.5 m from the lot lines (2 m in the secondary front yard of a corner lot)
Noise limit50 dBOver 50 dB at the lot lines: not allowed
01 · Where the unit can go

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.

BackyardAllowed

At least 1.5 m from the lot lines.

Side yardWith conditions

At least 1.5 m from the lot lines, on a side of the building that does not face a street.

Front yardWith conditions

Corner lots only, in the front yard that is not the main façade, 2 m from the lot lines, hidden by a hedge or fence.

BalconyNot specified

Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.

Flat roofNot specified

Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.

02 · Before the work

Good to know, and who to call.

Good to know

  • The Habitation table sets the maximum number of A/C units and heat pumps at 1.
  • Window A/C allowed if removed for the winter.
  • Geothermal system: certificate of authorization required ($75).
Who to call Urban planning department, 450 451-0869, ext. 245, urbanisme@ville.rigaud.qc.ca Ask them to confirm the rules for your address before the work.
03 · Questions

The short answers.

Do you need a permit to install a heat pump in Rigaud?

Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.

How far from the lot lines must the unit be?

1.5 m from the lot lines (2 m in the secondary front yard of a corner lot).

Can a heat pump go in the front yard?

Yes, with conditions. Corner lots only, in the front yard that is not the main façade, 2 m from the lot lines, hidden by a hedge or fence.

What is the noise limit?

Over 50 dB at the lot lines: not allowed.

Who should I call to confirm before the work?

Urban planning department, 450 451-0869, ext. 245, urbanisme@ville.rigaud.qc.ca.

04 · Sources

Read at the source.

Sources: Zoning bylaw 275-2010, s. 5.9.5.2 and 6.2.2 (line 31); permits and certificates bylaw 276-2010, s. 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 (zoning: consolidated February 5, 2024; permits: consolidated August 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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