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Demolition Permit Montreal
The City of Montreal requires a permit for the vast majority of structural demolitions. Kasa Demolition analyzes, prepares, and submits applications for you. No job site starts without a permit in hand.
RBQ License
5797-3208-01
CNESST Certified
Job Site Safety
APCHQ Member
Provincial Association
Liability Insurance
$5,000,000
Included in every estimate
Demolition permits in Montreal: we handle it
Navigating the permit requirements of the City of Montreal and its 19 boroughs is complex.
Rules vary from one borough to another, approval timelines can range from a few weeks to several months, and an incomplete application resets the clock to zero.
We build permit analysis into every estimate. We determine what's required, prepare the complete application, and submit it to the relevant borough. The cost of municipal fees is clearly stated in your quote, with no hidden markup.
No work begins before the permit is in hand. That's our responsibility, not yours.
Who we serve
Demolition permit management in Montreal and Greater Montreal
We manage permits for homeowners, general contractors, and property managers across the 19 boroughs of Montreal and surrounding municipalities.
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When do you need a permit to demolish in Montreal?
Realistic timelines
Permit approval timelines in Montreal
Timelines vary depending on the borough and the complexity of the application. Since January 2025, the City of Montreal has committed to processing all applications within 120 days maximum. Here are the typical timelines by sector type.
Outlying boroughs
NDG, Ahuntsic, Saint-Laurent, LaSalle, Verdun
15 to 25 business days
Central boroughs
Plateau-Mont-Royal, Villeray, Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Rosemont
30 to 55 business days
Heritage sectors
Architectural heritage protection zones
Up to 3 to 4 months
Note: These timelines are indicative. An incomplete application or follow-up questions from the borough can extend the process. We prepare complete applications from the first submission to minimize back-and-forth.
Why trust us with your permits
Why let us manage your permits?
Permit management may seem administrative, but a mistake or oversight can hold up a job site for weeks. We know the requirements of all 19 boroughs of Montreal.
Complete applications from the first submission
An incomplete application is sent back to the applicant and resets the clock to zero. We prepare complete applications according to the specific requirements of each borough.
Knowledge of borough-specific requirements
Each of Montreal's 19 boroughs has its own forms, documentation requirements, and processes. We know these nuances.
No work starts before approval
We never start work that requires a permit before it's obtained. Your legal protection is non-negotiable.
Peace of mind
You don't have to track the progress of your application or follow up with the borough. We handle the follow-up and keep you informed of key milestones.
Our position
Permits: our responsibility, not yours
Permits are our responsibility, not the client's. If we start work without authorizations in hand, we put everyone at risk, legally and financially.
Cristian Mora, co-founder
Knowledge of all 19 boroughs
We know the specific requirements of every borough in Montreal. Heritage sectors, historical protection zones, and local bylaws hold no surprises for us.
Applications prepared to City standards
Every permit application follows the current forms and documentation requirements of the relevant borough. Plans, descriptions of the work, demolition methods: everything is included.
Transparent permit costs in your quote
Municipal permit fees are payable directly to the City. We list them separately in your estimate, with no markup. What the City charges is what you pay.
RBQ Certified (5797-3208-01)
The RBQ license is often required to obtain a demolition permit in Montreal. We've held it since our founding. Your application won't be held up for this reason.
How it works
The permit management process with Kasa Demolition
From the initial analysis to closing the permit after the work, we manage every step.
Analysis of borough requirements
We identify the relevant borough, check applicable zoning bylaws, and determine whether a permit is required for your specific project.
Application preparation
We gather all required documents: structural plans, description of the work, demolition method, debris management. Forms completed according to the borough's requirements.
Submission to the borough
The application is filed with the urban planning department of the relevant borough. We follow up and respond to any questions from the borough if needed.
Permit approval and work scheduling
Once the permit is obtained, we confirm the work schedule. The permit is posted on the job site as required.
Work execution and permit closing
Work is carried out according to the conditions of the permit. The administrative closing of the permit is completed at the end of the work if the borough requires it.
Certifications
Working with us
means working protected
Kasa Demolition's certifications are often required to obtain demolition permits in Montreal.
RBQ License 5797-3208-01
The RBQ license is often required by boroughs to validate a demolition permit application. It is mandatory to legally carry out work in Quebec.
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CNESST Compliance
Our CNESST certificate proves our employees are insured. Some boroughs require this document as part of the permit application.
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APCHQ Member
This association strengthens our credibility with municipal services. APCHQ members commit to professional codes of conduct.
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Environmental Tracking Receipts
The City of Montreal often requires a debris management plan as part of a demolition permit application. We prepare this documentation.
Start Your ProjectFrequently asked questions about demolition permits in Montreal
Everything you need to know about permits before planning your work.
Related services
Discover our other services in Montreal
Permit management is part of every demolition project we undertake. Discover the services we can carry out once the permit is obtained.
Interior demolition
Kitchen, bathroom, basement, walls, flooring. Permits handled, CNESST compliant.
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Exterior demolition
Decks, balconies, garages, sheds, facades. Municipal permits handled. Debris removed.
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Concrete demolition
Removal of basement slabs, driveways, patios, block walls, and partial foundations.
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Asbestos & mold removal
Full coordination with certified firms for assessment and decontamination before demolition.
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Demolition permit management across Greater Montreal
We manage permits for projects in every borough of Montreal and in municipalities across Greater Montreal. Contact us at (514) 812-8763 to discuss your project.
After Demolition
Need to Rebuild?
Our sister company, Kasa Entrepreneur Général, is RBQ certified and specializes in turnkey renovation and post-disaster reconstruction in Montreal.
From demolition to final delivery, you have a single point of contact.
- Complete turnkey renovation
- Building permits handled
- Architects and engineers coordinated
- Projects from $25,000 to $600,000
- RBQ Certified 5797-3208-01
Start on the right side
Start your project on the right side of the law
We analyze the required permits, prepare the applications, and submit them for you. No job site starts without authorization in hand. RBQ 5797-3208-01 certified. Available 7 days a week.