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Composting
What is it? Composting is a natural process in which organic matter, like leaves, garden waste and kitchen scraps are turned into a valuable fertilizer (compost) for the garden and yard. This transformation is partly due to microorganisms and worm......
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Branches
Every year there are two branch collection periods, one in the spring and another in autumn. The period for spring pick-up starts in April until mid-June. The pick-up in autumn starts in September until the end of October. Branch collection There......
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Drop-off site and special pickup
Public Works drop-off site The City provides residents with a special waste drop-off site, at the back of the Public Works building. Use is limited to residents, who must present proof of residency (driver’s licence or municipal tax bill). Up to fi......
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Beaconsfield architectural homes
Beaconsfield is rich in history and is fortunate that several old buildings remain as faithful witnesses of that past. Aware of the priceless value of this architectural heritage, the City has inventoried the buildings of historical significance o......
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Windows
Double Pane Windows The choice of window construction offers the opportunity to significantly reduce sound transmissibility from outside noise. The vacuum or noble gas filled (argon) space between double pane windows acts as a break causing most of......
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Modifications to existing walls
A much easier and less destructive way to help minimize transmissible noise. Adding Drywall Sheets of drywall can be affixed to the existing wall facing. This method involves removing the base and crown mouldings from the wall before adding the ne......
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Replacement of exterior siding
Vinyl Siding A dense material which reduces the amount of noise that can infiltrate buildings. Additionally, vinyl siding is versatile, low maintenance, durable, and affordable. Given its light weight and straightforward installation method, vinyl......
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Rénoclimat grant
The Rénoclimat program is a provincial program that offers up to $20,000 for energy efficiency upgrades. To qualify for the program, a free energy evaluation must be carried out before the upgrades, as well as after the work is completed. In Quebec,......
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Shed
Delays: Minimum 2 months Cost: $68 $300 for the study of a Site planning and architectural integration program for properties adjacent to Lac St-Louis All requests for permits for new construction, exten......
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Signage
Delays : Project subject to the PAC (Beaurepaire village - Zone C120 ): minimum 2 months Projet non subject to the PAC (outside Beaurepaire Village) Mars to September 1 month Octobre to February 2 weeks ......
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Tree planting programs
Free Tree Planting on Public Property Trees contribute to the improvement of the microclimate and air quality, to the reduction of dust, carbon dioxide and urban ......
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Financial By-laws
By-law 640 (consolidated version) – By-law providing for the supply of water and the levying of a water tax Information can be found about water rate, consumer responsibilities, accuracy verification, repair, replacement of defective meters. ......
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Why renovate?
Results of the 2023 needs analysis: Seven out of ten residents believe that our facilities and equipment need to be improved. One in two people think that the infrastructure needs renovation. Key findings identified Complete renovation of the......
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What can you do as a resident to adapt to climate change?
Green your property Protect the trees on your property and take part in the greening campaign by planting a tree Trees planted on the municipal right-of-way in front of homes are offered free of charge – click......
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Working together, one action at a time
Here are a few simple and useful actions from our climate action sheets that can have a concrete impact in Beaconsfield: Climate action L ocal impact Reduce water co......
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Garbage
What is it? Garbage is non-recyclable waste that cannot be disposed using the recycling services or collections provided by the City. You can put your garbage in a sealed plastic bag inside the garbage bin. For example, garbage includes: scrap and......
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Bulky items
What are bulky items? Bulky items are too big to be placed in a bag, box or garbage bin. In order to reduce the quantity of dry materials sent to landfill, these items are sent to a sorting centre for recycling and reuse. Accepted and refused m......
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Construction, renovation and demolition materials (CRD)
What is construction, renovation and demolition waste? Such materials are generated by house or yard renovation and include wood, plaster, tiles and paving stones. Only materials from small-scale renovation work by residents are collected. M......
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Portrait of Beaconsfield
Population : 19,423 Area : 10.640 km 2 Read article from the Montreal Gazette - May, 2015 Named after Benjamin Disraeli, the Earl of Beaconsfield, the City has historical roots that go back as far as 1698 . Incorporated in......
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Archives corner
First lease agreements: 1929 lease agreement 1930 lease agreement View the first minutes of the City of Beaconsfield Coat of arms (r ationale for the Armorial Bearings for the City of Beaconsfield, Québec, Canada): ......
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Planning Advisory Committee
Chaired by Councillor David Newell , the Planning Advisory Committee 's mandate is to study and submit recommendations to the municipal Council on any questions regarding planning, zoning, subdivision and building, as well as opinions on any compr......
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Guidelines
BLOCK PARTY GUIDELINES There are two types of Block Parties: On private property, without encroaching on public domain – this type of party does not require a permit. Extends onto public domain such as......
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Municipal patrol
Municipal Patrol: 514 428-5999 Patrollers are on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They patrol Beaconsfield territory, and enforce city by-laws related to: Parking and obstruction of public roads ......
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Emergency measures and self-sufficiency
Although the City of Beaconsfield has done its best to guarantee the safety and security of its citizens, there is always the possibility that something along the lines of the Ice Storm of 1998 might recur . Under such circumstances the City w......
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Tree policy
It is prohibited to fell any tree located on private property within the territory of the Beaconsfield without having first obtained a permit f......
