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Tiny house in Granby: bylaw and permit
In Granby (MRC de La Haute-Yamaska, Estrie), building is governed by Règlement de zonage 0663-2016, art. 47.1 ; permis 0666-2017 ; modif. 1423-2025 (8 sept. 2025, selon recherche). What our sources say there (in French): « Logement accessoire détaché du bâtiment principal, minimaison » : permis requis. We found no minimum tiny-house floor area in the documents read. Source read (consulté 2026-09-28); not legal advice: the town's planning department decides.
What our sources say (quoted in French)
| Accessory dwelling | « Logement accessoire détaché du bâtiment principal, minimaison » : permis requis |
|---|---|
| Other criteria | PIIA possible |
What we did not find
- Primary residence : Not found in the documents read
- Floor area : Not found in the documents read
Note. Chiffres non confirmés sur la page municipale.
Source
Bylaw : Règlement de zonage 0663-2016, art. 47.1 ; permis 0666-2017 ; modif. 1423-2025 (8 sept. 2025, selon recherche)
Document read : granby.ca —
Frequently asked questions
Is there a tiny-house bylaw in Granby?
The applicable bylaw is Règlement de zonage 0663-2016, art. 47.1 ; permis 0666-2017 ; modif. 1423-2025 (8 sept. 2025, selon recherche). What we read there: « Logement accessoire détaché du bâtiment principal, minimaison » : permis requis.
What is the minimum floor area of a tiny house in Granby?
We found no minimum tiny-house floor area in the documents read. Confirm with the planning department: it depends on the zone of the lot.
Do I need a permit for a tiny house in Granby?
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.