Financial aid programs for the improvement and maintenance of residences

The Ville de Montr�al, in partnership with the Soci�t� d'habitation du Qu�bec (SHQ) and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), offers owners and builders many programs targeted at the improvement and maintenance of residential buildings. In certain cases, the application of the program is limited to areas designated for revitalization or already undergoing improvement.

R�novation Qu�bec
The program is classified by the following types of work:

Major Residential Renovation
Offers help to owners of obsolete buildings. Funds are available for major renovations, including a total overhaul of the building or, in certain cases, demolition and reconstruction.

Renovation � la carte
Offers help to owners for the renovation or the replacement of certain components of buildings that include rental units.

Adaptation of Buildings for Handicapped Persons
Offers help to owners to improve the accessibility and functionality of the dwelling of a handicapped person.

Adaptation of Buildings for Independent Seniors
Offers help to low-income persons aged 65 and older to support minor adaptations to their house or apartment.

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Ensure proper maintenance of residential buildings and the adaptation of the housing stock

Financial aid programs for the improvement and maintenance of residences

The condition of housing has significant impacts on the quality of life and health of individuals. Largely built before 1960, Montréal's housing supply is in relatively good condition. A continuous and integrated effort must therefore be made to prevent its deterioration and improve its quality.

Moreover, the changing needs of City residents will require the adaptation of the housing stock. The aging of the population, changes in the structure of families and even the growing trend of working at home all place different demands on the housing supply. The City intends therefore to support the adaptation of the housing stock to these new realities.

Implementation measures

Support, particularly with the help of renovation programs and by the application of the housing code and regulations on maintenance and sanitation, the proper maintenance of residential buildings and the adaptation of the housing stock.
Study the possibility of modifying the zoning code in certain areas to respond to the needs of residents working at home, especially live-work spaces for artists.