Heat pumps in Saint-Cyprien-de-Napierville: permits and bylaws
Planning a heat pump or an air conditioner in Saint-Cyprien-de-Napierville? 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.
At least 2 m from the lot lines, with a visual screen at least as tall as the unit: dense evergreen hedge or fence at least 80% opaque.
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.
Good to know
- One heat pump per dwelling, plus one per pool.
- The owner must be able to show that the 50 dBA limit is met.
The short answers.
Do you need a permit to install a heat pump in Saint-Cyprien-de-Napierville?
Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.
How far from the lot lines must the unit be?
2 m from the lot lines.
Can a heat pump go in the front yard?
No. Not allowed in the front yard.
What is the noise limit?
Average noise over 50 dBA at the lot lines: not allowed, at any time.
Who should I call to confirm before the work?
Urban planning and public works, 450 245-3658 ext. 23, krichard@st-cypriendenapierville.com.
Read at the source.
Sources: Zoning bylaw 452 (updated with 583, 596 and 599), s. 55 and 55.13; permits and certificates bylaw 455 (updated with 565), s. 29, 40 and 41 (updated with bylaws 583, 596 and 599; checked September 30, 2026).
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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