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Tiny house in Dixville: bylaw and permit
In Dixville (MRC de Coaticook, Estrie), building is governed by Règlement de zonage no 215-20 (avis de motion 6 juillet 2020). Floor area (in French): 23 m² (365 pi²) au sol min. ; 70 m² (750 pi²) max.. Source read (2020-11); not legal advice: the town's planning department decides.
What our sources say (quoted in French)
| Primary residence | conditionnel |
|---|---|
| Floor area | 23 m² (365 pi²) au sol min. ; 70 m² (750 pi²) max. |
| Other criteria | Zone RP-4 (village, lots 23 à 43, égout/aqueduc) ; façade min. 4,8 m ; profondeur min. 4,2 m ; 1 ou 2 étages, sous-sol permis ; fondation de béton permanente et continue (dalle et vide sanitaire acceptés ; piliers/pieux sous conditions) ; sur remorque ou roues interdit ; définition au règlement : mini-maison < 46,5 m² habitables |
What we did not find
- Accessory dwelling : Not found in the documents read
Note. Fiche municipale de novembre 2020 (plus de 2 ans). Règlement : http://dixville.ca/upload/reglements-permis/R-215-20-zonage.pdf
Source
Bylaw : Règlement de zonage no 215-20 (avis de motion 6 juillet 2020)
Document read : www.dixville.ca —
Frequently asked questions
Is there a tiny-house bylaw in Dixville?
The applicable bylaw is Règlement de zonage no 215-20 (avis de motion 6 juillet 2020). We found no provision specific to tiny houses.
What is the minimum floor area of a tiny house in Dixville?
23 m² (365 pi²) au sol min. ; 70 m² (750 pi²) max.. Confirm with the planning department: it depends on the zone of the lot.
Do I need a permit for a tiny house in Dixville?
Yes, in general: to build a dwelling, the municipality issues a permit under its zoning and building bylaws (LAU s. 119 and 120). The main page details the conditions.
See also: Building permit for a tiny house in Quebec · the free guide: where to build.
A survey of public documents at the date shown: bylaws change; not legal advice.