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Tiny house in Sainte-Catherine: bylaw and permit
In Sainte-Catherine (MRC de Roussillon, Montérégie), building is governed by Règlement de zonage 2009-Z-00. What our sources say there (in French): UHA intégrée ou détachée permise. 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 | UHA intégrée ou détachée permise |
|---|---|
| Other criteria | Normes d'implantation au règlement |
What we did not find
- Primary residence : Not found in the documents read
- Floor area : Not found in the documents read
Note. Chiffres non publiés sur la page.
Source
Bylaw : Règlement de zonage 2009-Z-00
Document read : www.ville.sainte-catherine.qc.ca —
Frequently asked questions
Is there a tiny-house bylaw in Sainte-Catherine?
The applicable bylaw is Règlement de zonage 2009-Z-00. What we read there: UHA intégrée ou détachée permise.
What is the minimum floor area of a tiny house in Sainte-Catherine?
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 Sainte-Catherine?
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.