Permit and Certificate Applications

• The boundaries of the lot or land concerned, its area and cadastral identification.
• The location and area of the cutting site and the slopes of the lot.
• The percentage of stalks to be felled.
• The location of rivers and lakes.
• The elevations of the lot.
• The location of forest roads and stacking areas.
• The delimitation and location of populations that are diseased or attacked by insects and windthrow, if applicable.
• Description of proposed land tenure work for the next 5 years and description of the land tenure work completed for the last 5 years.
• If more than a lot, the precise location of each lot and the distance between them.
• Completed and signed form for the commercial trees felling.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check according to cost: : 110$ for each 5 hectares or less.

• The boundaries of the lot or land concerned, its area and cadastral identification.
• The location and area of the cutting site and the slopes of the lot.
• The percentage of stalks to be felled.
• The location of rivers and lakes.
• The elevations of the lot.
• The location of forest roads and stacking areas.
• The delimitation and location of populations that are diseased or attacked by insects and windthrow, if applicable.
• Description of proposed land tenure work for the next 5 years and description of the land tenure work completed for the last 5 years.
• If more than a lot, the precise location of each lot and the distance between them.
• Completed and signed form for the commercial trees felling.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• An intervention plan prepared by a forest engineer.
• A certificate prepared by a forest engineer attesting that the trees that will be cut have all been identified in the field with a distinctive mark.
  • This certificate must also indicate the selection criteria for tree marking.
• Check according to cost: : 110$ for each 5 hectares or less.

• An intervention plan prepared by an agronomist showing the improvement work to be done in the field to make it suitable for agriculture and the schedule for carrying out the work.
• This intervention plan must be accompanied by a certificate drawn up by the agronomist stating that the land is suitable for agriculture.
• Completed and signed form for the commercial trees felling.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check according to cost: 110$ for each 5 hectares or less.

• A silvicultural description signed by a forest engineer justifying the salvage cut and demonstrating that the cutting site is mostly composed of trees killed or weakened by the disease or insects or blown over by the wind and that failure to recover them will make them unusable in a period of 5 years.
• A certificate prepared by a forest engineer attesting that the trees that will be harvested during this cut have all been identified on the cutting site with a distinctive mark during an operation called "hammering".
  • This certificate must indicate the selection criteria for hammered rods.
• Completed and signed form for the commercial trees felling.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check according to cost: : 110$ for each 5 hectares or less.

• Photographs of the trees to be felled.
• The reasons for slaughter.
• Completed and signed Application for a Permit form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check according to cost: $25 for the first tree and $10 for each additional tree.

• A scaled PDF of a site plan prepared and signed by a land surveyor including the following information:
  • The distances of the proposed building and addition from all lot lines;
  • The projected dimensions of the existing and proposed buildings (including projections);
  • Natural constraints: flood zones, watercourses, riparian strips, wetlands, slopes by category, steep slopes and protective strips, etc.
  • Projected clearing area with surface area;
  • The area of the existing building;
  • The area of the expansion;
• A scaled PDF document of the construction plans including sections and architectural details, with the following information:
  • Floor plans of all floors showing their perimeter and openings;
  • Elevations* of all exterior walls, showing the type and color of all materials visible from the exterior;
  • Current and projected architectural details and sections necessary to ensure understanding of the project;
  • Heights;
  • Details of foundation type;
  • A written attestation from the plans designer stating that they comply with the provisions of the Quebec Construction Code in effect at the time of the application;

* An elevation is the representation of a façade on a sketch or plan.

• A PDF plan of a profile section showing the existing and projected ground levels following fill and excavation work, if applicable;
• A scaled PDF of the site organization plan, including the following information:
  • The location where any containers will be placed;
  • The storage area for piles of excavated soil or other material;
  • Location of all erosion control measures taken according to the direction of runoff in relation to the natural slopes of the land;
  • Natural features to be protected;
  • Number of existing and proposed bedrooms
• Any other element that you believe to be relevant.
• A power of attorney from the owner, when required.
• A cheque in the amount equivalent to $5 per $1,000 of the cost of the evaluation of the work, but not less than $50 nor more than $1,000.

• A plan to scale showing the location, radius of curves and width of the driveway and the natural topography of the land it crosses;
• A projected profile of the driveway showing its percentage slope at 15 m intervals;
• A cross-section illustrating the composition and thickness of its foundations and pavement, the profile and cross slope of the driveway, its shoulders and ditches along its entire length, at 15 m intervals;
• A plan describing erosion control measures;
• A check in the amount of $55.

• Completed and signed form for a commercial occupation certificate.
• Copy of lease, if applicable.
• A check in the amount of $55.

• A scaled PDF of a site plan prepared and signed by a land surveyor including the following information:
  • The distances of the proposed building from the lot line;
  • Planned building dimensions (including projections);
  • Parking lots and servitudes.
  • Natural constraints: flood zones, watercourses, riparian strips, wetlands, slopes by category, steep slopes and protective strips, etc.
  • Projected clearing area with surface area;
  • Driveway slope profile;
• A scaled PDF document of the construction plans including sections and architectural details, with the following information:
  • Floor plans of all floors showing their perimeter and openings;
  • Elevations* of all exterior walls, showing the type and color of all materials visible from the exterior;
  • Sections and architectural details necessary to ensure understanding of the project;
  • Heights;
  • Details of foundation type;
  • A written attestation from the plans designer stating that they comply with the provisions of the Quebec Construction Code in effect at the time of the application;

* An elevation is the representation of a façade on a sketch or plan.

• A PDF plan of a profile section showing the existing and projected ground levels following fill and excavation work, if applicable;
• A scaled PDF of the site organization plan, including the following information:
  • The location where any containers will be placed;
  • The storage area for piles of excavated soil or other material;
  • Location of all erosion control measures taken according to the direction of runoff in relation to the natural slopes of the land;
  • Natural features to be protected;
• Any other element that you believe to be relevant.
• A power of attorney from the owner, when required.
• A cheque in the amount equivalent to $5 per $1,000 of the cost of the evaluation of the work, but not less than $50 nor more than $1,000.
• A cheque for $63.24 for the new civic address sign;
• Make a new request for each subsequent work, if necessary:
  • Groundwater catchment work (well);
  • Septic system;
  • Access aisle (driveway);
  • Digging and filling works.

• PDF document drawn to scale of a layout plan.
• PDF document drawn to scale of construction plans, sections and architectural details, including the following information:
  • The elevations of all exterior walls, showing the type and color of all visible materials from the outside;
  • Sections and architectural details necessary to ensure understanding of the project;
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• A check in the amount of $5 per $1,000 of work, for a minimum of $50 and a maximum of $1,000

• Photographs of the building covered by the application.
• The destination of the materials resulting from the demolition.
• The names and addresses of tenants in the case of a residential building.
• The projected use of the space released by the demolition.
• A preliminary program for the utilization of the vacated land.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check in the amount of 675$.

Note that the demolition of a main building is submit to the demolition by-law number 261 and to a financial guarantee.

• Photographs of the building covered by the application.
• The destination of the materials resulting from the demolition.
• The projected use of the space released by the demolition.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check in the amount of $30 for an accessory building
• A check in the amount of $110 for an agricultural building or a modular home

• Recent photos of all facades of the building.
• A copy of the insurance in force covering any damage to the Town property and covering the Town in the event of an action against it arising from any damage to property or injury to a person resulting from the trip.
• A site plan showing the new location of the building and existing buildings on the land concerned, if applicable.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• A check in the amount of $30.

• A PDF document of a sketch of the sign, drown to scale, indicating:
  • Its shape, dimensions, area and height of its base and top form the ground.
  • The materials used for the sign and its support.
  • The text and other visual elements of the sign, such as the drawing image, logo and others.
• A PDF document drawn to scale plan showing the location, on the ground or on the building, where the sign will be installed.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney,when required.
• Check in the amount of $55.

• A characterization study of the site and natural terrain produced by a certified technologist indicating:
  • The boundaries of the land and its cadastral designation;
  • The location of the natural high-water line of a watercourse or lake, the boundaries of an area at risk of ground movement and the boundaries of a wetland;
  • The ground projection of any existing or planned building;
  • The place where soil permeability-level tests were performed;
  • The location of the various components of the facility and the natural slope of the land at each location;
  • The distance between the various components of the installation and a well or a source used to supply drinking water, a lake, a watercourse, a marsh, a pond, a dwelling, an underground drainage pipe ground, a property line, the top of an embankment, a tree or a drinking water pipe, located on the subject land or on contiguous land;
  • The number of bedrooms in the building or part of the building;
  • The combined daily total flow of wastewater, greywater and toilet water generated by the use of occupying the building;
  • The name, address, telephone number and professional qualifications of the person who determined the level of soil permeability, as well as the results obtained with respect to the permeability of the natural soil and the level of the groundwater table;
  • The detailed soil stratigraphy, including the type, nature and thickness of the different soil types encountered;
  • The type of installation proposed and its plans;
• A proof that the relevant engineer or technologist who produced the report is mandated and has received the money to ensure:
  • Supervision of septic system construction work;
  • The production of the certificate of conformity;
  • This certificate must confirm that the construction work was carried out in accordance with the plans approved by the Town;
• The duly completed and signed application for a permit;
• Power of attorney, when required.
• A check in the amount of $55.

Note that, in the territory of the Town of Sutton, an inspection must be carried out by the competent professional who has drafted the percolation report in order to issue a certificate of compliance. The certificate of compliance must be submitted to the Town Urban and Land-Use Planning Department within 15 days of issue.

• The application form for a Tourist Accommodation Certificate (in French only) must be duly completed and signed.
• The Notice of municipal Compliance form (in French only) from the CITQ must be completed: please note that this notice must be signed by the Town before submitting an application to the CITQ.
• A copy of the establishment's registration with the Corporation de l'industrie touristique du Québec (CITQ), issued following the municipal notice of compliance and analysis of the application by the CITQ;
• A report of compliance with current fire safety standards issued by the Public Safety Department, following a visit to the site covered by the application.
  • At the Town's request following a preliminary analysis.
• For a principal residence establishment, three (3) proofs of principal residence such as:
  • Driver's license or learner's permit;
  • Government postal correspondence (less than one year old);
  • Canada Post change of address receipt (less than 3 months old);
• A copy of the operator's lease;
• For properties located in agricultural zones, authorization from the CPTAQ to use a lot for purposes other than agriculture;
• Confirmation that the septic system complies with the Règlement sur l'évacuation et le traitement des eaux usées des résidences isolées (Q-2, R.22), particularly with regard to the hydraulic capacity of the system in relation to the number of bedrooms. Confirmation from an outside expert may be required;
• When the drinking water supply does not come from a municipal water supply system, a certificate from a laboratory accredited by the Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs that the drinking water is of good quality and complies with the standards set out in current regulations;
• A written engagement by the operator to respect the following points (see model here)
  • Ensure compliance with municipal regulations on nuisances, safety and sanitation;
  • Display inside the establishment the certificate of authorization issued by the city and an information sheet on the regulations applicable to principal residences and tourist residences, as the case may be;
  • Ensure adequate surveillance of the leased premises;
  • Keep an up-to-date rental register containing, as a minimum, the following information :
  • Name and address of tenants;
  • Date and length of stay;
  • At the Town's request, provide a copy of the rental register required for the application of this by-law.
• Contact information for a person who can be reached at any time 24 hours a day.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• A check payable to the Town of Sutton in the amount of $100 per address requested (to be renewed annually).
• A cheque payable to the Town of Sutton in the amount of $500 for the fire department's compliance report.

• The type of projected catchment work.
• A PDF document drawn to scale of a plan showing:
  • The boundaries of the land and its cadastral designation;
  • The location of the projected water catchment structure;
  • The location of any existing water catchment works located on the subject land or contiguous land;
  • The distance between the water collection structure and the following elements:
    • a sealed or non-sealed system for the evacuation or treatment of wastewater;
    • the natural high water line of a watercourse or lake;
    • the line corresponding to the 20-year and 100-year flood ratings;
    • the boundaries of an area at risk of ground movement;
    • a plot of land under cultivation.
• Provide the drilling report of the well digger, following the completion of the work.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check in the amount of $55.

Note that in the territory of the Town of Sutton, the drilling report of the well digger must be submitted to the Town Urban and Land-Use Planning Department within 30 days following its completion.

• A PDF document drawn to scale of a plan showing the location of the pool and its distance from the land lines.
• The location, details and height of the fence prohibiting access to the pool and details of any stairs, access ladders and safety devices used to secure access to the outdoor pool, if applicable.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney,when required.
• Check in the amount of $55.

• A PDF document drawn to scale of the site plan and the location of the water body in relation to the boundaries of the land and existing buildings.
• Topography of the natural terrain on the projected location of the body of water and its periphery, over a distance of at least 15 meters.
• A plan of development of the body of water which shows the provisions envisaged for the feeding, the drainage and the water management.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• Check in the amount of $110.

Note that in the case of a body of water greater than 1,000 square meters, technical studies, plans and sketches submitted must be prepared, signed and sealed by an engineer.

• A PDF document drawn to scale plan showing the location of the driveway entrance.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney,when required.
• Check in the amount of $55.

INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS:

• A detailed description of the work to be carried out
  (for example: rooms concerned, electrical, plumbing, floor coverings, painting, replacement of fixtures, etc.);

IF YOU ARE MAKING STRUCTURAL MODIFICATIONS (removal or addition of a wall, staircase, etc.),
YOU MUST PROVIDE:

• A sketch or a scaled plan of the current layout;
• A scaled PDF of the proposed work plans, including sections and architectural details, with the following information:
  (COMMERCIAL USE: Proposed work plans must be prepared by a qualified professional)
  • Floor plans of all floors showing their perimeter and openings;
  • Sections and architectural details necessary to ensure understanding of the project;
  • Heights;

EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS:

• A detailed description of the work to be carried out
  (for example: replacement of windows or doors, exterior cladding, roofing, balcony or deck, etc.);
  • Photographs of all façades of the existing building;
  • Provide the specification sheet for the selected material type and style;
  • Provide a photograph of the chosen material colour;

SPECIFY IF YOU ARE MAKING A CHANGE:

• • to the location, configuration or dimensions of an opening (windows or doors);
  • to the location or size of an existing balcony or deck;
  • to the structure of the roof, cornices, etc.;
  • to the type of material, colour, style, etc.;
  • to the arrangement/orientation of the exterior cladding (horizontal and/or vertical).

FOR ALL WORK:

• A detailed cost estimate (quote) for the work;
• If a dumpster is planned for waste disposal, a sketch of where it will be installed on the property, showing distances from lot lines and the street (otherwise, indicate where materials will be disposed of, e.g., the ecocentre);
• Any other element that you believe to be relevant.
• A power of attorney from the owner, when required..
• A cheque in the amount equivalent to $5 per $1,000 of the cost of the evaluation of the work, but not less than $50 nor more than $1,000..

• A PDF document drawn to scale showing the location of the work, the natural topography of the site and the projected levels after the work.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney,when required.
• Check in the amount of $55.

• A PDF document drawn to scale showing:
  • The boundaries of the land and its cadastral designation;
  • the location of the part of the building affected by the work;
  • the location of streams, swamps, woodlands on the subject property and contiguous properties (where applicable);
  • the profile of the land before and after the completion of the planned work;
  • the high water line;
  • the delimitation of flood zones;
  • plans and / or elevations of the building, structure or layout.
  • a description of the proposed works and the purposes for which they are projected.
  • when required, the necessary authorizations under the Environment Quality Act.
• Completed and signed form.
• Power of attorney, when required.
• A check in the amount of $110.

Note that in the territory of the Town of Sutton, some works in the shore or the waterfront are under the responsibility of the regional authority.