Vaudreuil-Dorion
What are the rules for a hot tub in Vaudreuil-Dorion?
A permit is needed to install a hot tub ($30.50).
Permit requiredThe rules, in short
- Hot tub in the secondary front, side or rear yard (in the front yard only inside an accessory building), at least 1.5 m from the lot lines. (art. 6.28, table 6.28)
- A rigid cover with a safety device is mandatory outdoors; not on a public utility servitude. (art. 6.28, table 6.28)
- A hot tub of more than 2,000 litres follows the rules for a pool (in-ground, or above-ground if its wall is at least 1.2 m high). (art. 6.28, table 6.28)
Summary by Radar Foncier, in our own words: the official French text of the by-law, linked above, prevails.
Applying in Vaudreuil-Dorion
- Cost: Fees By-law 1709: fence $15.50; above-ground pool $30.50; in-ground pool $51; hot tub $30.50; accessory building (residential) $51; accessory structure $30.50
- Urban planning department: 450 455-3371 (Permits and Inspections Division)
- Permits on the municipality's website
Other projects in Vaudreuil-Dorion
Hot tub elsewhere: Dorval, Gatineau, Montreal, Sherbrooke, Westmount.
Version française de cette page
Source: Zoning By-law 1872 (in force November 12, 2025, administrative consolidation up to September 11, 2026), French version, checked on October 22, 2026. Plain-English summary: the official French text prevails, and a by-law can change. Confirm with the Vaudreuil-Dorion urban planning department before buying materials. Radar Foncier is an independent service, not affiliated with the municipality.
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