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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......

Replace existing wall components

The most effective solutions can be achieved when wall components are replaced, to allow the implementation of the best soundproofing practices. When walls are dismantled exposing the studs, everything including the insulation can be replaced with s......

Walls

Insulation Adding or replacing insulation in walls and attics can help muffle outside noise that may be slipping through small gaps and openings in the walls and roof. Rockwool Safe’n’Sound® has excellent acoustical dampening properties and provide......

Interior design

FURNITURE PLACEMENT Positioning furniture along exterior walls can limit noise entering the liveable space. Soft and dense material acts as a good sound absorber and will disrupt sound in its path so that it won’t reverberate around a room with sol......

Retaining wall

Delays:    March to September: 1 month October to February: 2 weeks   Cost:    $ 68 Required documents:   Copy of the certificate of location showing the location of the projected retaining wal......

Interest List: Community Wall for the Beaconsfield Cultural Centre

Beaconsfield Unveils the Community Wall: A Constellation of Generosity at the Heart of the Future Cultural Centre

The City of Beaconsfield is proud to present the Community Wall, a permanent artistic installation that will allow residents, families, and groups to leave a lasting mark at the heart of the future Cultural Centre.   Inspired by the moveme......

Familiarize yourself with the rules in force

Self-assessment forms Self-assessment sheets for all types of swimming pool installations have been produced by the Quebec government. If one of the answers to these questions is NO , you must apply for a permit to make your installation complia......

Frequently asked questions

How much would it cost to build a noise barrier? Between 50 and 60 million dollars.  Would it be possible to hold a referendum for the construction of a noise barrier? Council could consider holding a referendum.   Could a reserve fun......

Answers to your questions

My pool was built before November 1, 2010, is it still compliant?  Owners of pools built prior to November 1, 2010 were grandfathered in. They  must now comply with the protective measures of the Provincial Regulation. To find out if y......

Hazardous household waste (HHW)

How to identify a hazardous household product Check for HHPS symbols (Canada) Look for household hazard symbols showing toxic , flammable , corrosive , or explosive/pressurized risks. Read hazard and safety statements Examples: “Harm......

Make a claim

Under section 585 and followings of the  Cities and Towns Act  (R.S.Q. chapter C-19), if any person claims or pretends to have suffered property damages* or bodily injury by any accident, for which he or she intends to claim damages from the muni......

Centennial Park Jetty Wins Gold at the 19th Grands Prix du Design

We are proud to announce that the Centennial Park Jetty has been awarded Gold certification in the Landscape Architecture / Waterfront Park & Promenade category at the 19th edition of the Grands Prix du Design . Located on the shores of Lake......

Deadline: Comments for the Windermere Park redevelopment

On October 3, 2026, the City presented the proposed design concept for the upgrade of Windermere Park to the public. Thank you to everyone who took part. Please review the presentation panels below to learn more about the project. Your comments ar......

History of Beaconsfield

Beaurepaire The first concession in Beaconsfield obtained from the Sulpicians was that concession granted to Jean Guenet on May 18th, 1678.  It was described as being on Lake St. Louis at Pointe Beaurepaire, bordered on......

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......

Tree felling

It is forbidden to fell a tree on private property in Beaconsfield without first obtaining a tree felling permit. The reasons for which a tree felling permit may be issued are the following, as set out in the current Zoning By-law 720: The tree i......

Doors

Solid Core vs. Hollow Core Doors Hollow core doors, like the ones used typically for interior doors, are made from a hollow hexagonal core and covered with a decorative wood surface. Solid core doors, made of solid wood or composite material, are b......

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......

White noise sources

White noise sources offer a means to mask undesirable noise. Exterior options include water fountains. Interior options are small white noise machines. These white noise measures provide the greatest benefit when combined with the other methods dis......

Demolition

Delays:    Around 3-4 months + 90 days if the main building was built before 1940   Cost:    Built after 1940 : $16,100 + deposit of $1,000 Built before 1940 or of heritage interest or with high potential:......

Renovation

All requests for permits renovations on the Municipalities territory are subject to the Site Planning and Architectural Integration By-law (SPAIP). These requests are analyzed by the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC), whose mandate is to ensure......

Landscaping along the riverbank

Delays:    March to September: 1 month Octobre to February: 2 weeks   Cost:    $390   Required documents:   A  certificate of location prepared and signed by a land surveyor ......

Commercial renovation

Delays:    March to September: 1 month October to February: 2 weeks Cost:    $20 /$1,000  per cost of work (minimum $350)    Required documents:   Plan of existing and proposed interi......

Certificate of occupancy

Delays:    March to September: 1 month October to February: 2 weeks Cost:    $215 Required documents:    A plan showing the interior layout where the commercial use will  occur  and t......