Urban planning
Useful informationTool sheds, residential greenhouse and woodsheds
A construction permit is required to build a tool shed, residential greenhouse or woodshed on your property.
| Tool shed | Greenhouse | Woodshed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number per lot | See article 6.2.11 | 1 | 1 |
| Number of storeys | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Maximum height | 4 m | 4 m | 4 m |
| Minimum distance from property lines | 1,5 m (mur avec ouverture) 1 m (mur sans ouverture | 1,5 m | 1,5 |
| Minimum distance from main building | 3 m | 3 m | 3 m |
| Minimum distance from other buildings or accessory structures | 2 m | 2 m | 2 m |
| Maximum footprint | See article 6.2.11 | 25 m2 | 7,5 m2 |
| Specific standards | (1) The woodshed must abut a detached tool shed or garage. (2) Three sides must be open or covered with a trellis. (3) Firewood must not be visible from the street. |
