On January 15, 2024, the Côte Saint-Luc City Council adopted the draft by-law no. 2593-2 to amend the Construction By-Law to adjust certain provisions.
Goal
This amendment is mostly corrective in nature and is intended to clarify certain provisions, as well as to improve the overall administration and enforcement of the By-law by the Urban Planning Department. The main goals of this amendment are:
- To require that an automatic booster pump be installed to maintain a sufficient and continuous supply of water in all buildings with a height of more than six storeys.
- To specify under which conditions a staff member such as a building inspector may visit and examine any properties or buildings.
- To clarify the requirements pertaining to building foundations.
- To clarify the responsibilities and requirements for building owners regarding carbon monoxide alarms, automatic sprinkler systems, and other safety equipment in buildings.
- To clarify the requirements pertaining to waste management in buildings with more than twelve dwelling units and three or more storeys.
- To clarify the requirements when fencing a construction site.
- To clarify the requirements related to the use of public property.
- To prescribe the appropriate locations in which to display a permit.
- To clarify the wording of the original by-law and correct any inconsistencies that have been identified since its adoption.
Documents
- Draft By-law no. 2593-2 (PDF)
- Public notice: Public consultation meeting on draft by-law (PDF)
- Public notice: Coming into force of construction by-law 2593-2
- By-law 2593-2 (PDF)
By-Law Adoption & Approval Process
For the present by-law to come into effect, its adoption & approval process must follow the different steps prescribed by provincial laws, which are outlined below:
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice of motion & adoption of draft by-law | January 15, 2024 |
| Public consultation meeting on draft by-law | February 12,2024 |
| Adoption of by-law | February 12,2024 |
| Entry into force of the by-law | February 24, 2024 |
Pending the Council’s adoption of the By-law (final draft), the above-mentioned adjustments will be integrated into the Construction By-law no. 2593. It should be noted that the proposed amendment must go through a public consultation process as per Section 123 of the Act Respecting Land Use Planning and Development (RLRQ, c. A-19.1). However, it may not be subject to approval by referendum of eligible voters.