Heat pumps in Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension: permits and bylaws
Planning a heat pump or an air conditioner in Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension? 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 1 m from the lot lines.
At least 1 m from the lot lines.
Not allowed in the front yard.
Not specified in the bylaw: confirm with urban planning.
Flat roof: 2 m from a non-party parapet and set back from the façade by twice its height.
Good to know, and who to call.
Good to know
- Permit valid 18 months; work must start within the first 12 months.
- Removable air conditioner: no permit, allowed on the façade.
- Lot bordered by more than one street: allowed in the secondary front yard at least 5 m from the street right-of-way, except in the part shared by both front yards.
The short answers.
Do you need a permit to install a heat pump in Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension?
Permit required.
How far from the lot lines must the unit be?
1 m minimum.
Can a heat pump go in the front yard?
No. Not allowed in the front yard.
What is the noise limit?
No figure for heat pumps (official page and zoning bylaw).
Who should I call to confirm before the work?
Permit counter, 405 avenue Ogilvy, suite 111; 311.
Read at the source.
Sources: montreal.ca, “Obtenir un permis pour installer une thermopompe ou un appareil de climatisation”, Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension section; zoning bylaw 01-283, s. 21.3, 340 and 342 (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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