ALERT | Please note that there is a boil water advisory on effect until further notice for the Fieldville sector. Please note that traffic will alternate between Principal rd. and Lacharity rd. from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, from May 25 to July 15, 2026. The inter-rive link at the Paugan power plant will be closed on June 1 until June 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Thank you for your understanding.

Urban planning
General Information

Building permit

The urban planning department of the MRC de la Vallée-de-la-Gatineau ensures the harmonious development of the municipality in compliance with the regulations in force.

Issuance of permits

Intervening in any request for construction, renovation, demolition or expansion of a building, the town planning department issues permits in accordance with the Municipality's by-laws.

What work requires a permit?

All construction, expansion and demolition work on the following buildings requires a permit from the Municipality:

  • Residential building (single-family, two-family residence, housing, condominiums);
  • Additional building (shed, garage, outdoor toilet);
  • Agricultural building;
  • Commercial building;
  • Industrial building

Furthermore, building renovation projects (roof, gallery, patio, interior renovation) and installation of signs, in-ground and above-ground swimming pools, spas, fences, gazebos, hedges, septic systems, wells, etc. also require a renovation or construction permit.

Additional Information

For any information regarding municipal regulations you must contact the municipal planning inspector delegated to our municipality:

Mireille Bertrand, Urban Planning Inspector
819-422-3528, ext. 103
inspecteur@lowquebec.ca