Housing and leases

Brossard is a diverse city where housing plays an important role in quality of life.

Whether you’re a tenant, homeowner, newcomer or looking for accommodation, this page provides simple information to help you understand :

• How leases work in Quebec;
• Rules for owners and tenants;
• The resources available to support you.

For more information on neighborhoods, visit the Housing and Neighborhoods page.

Lease and renewal

Signing a lease is an important step. In Quebec, the rules applicable to residential leases are set out in the Civil Code of Québec and applied by the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL).

Although Ville de Brossard does not intervene in the management of leases, it remains essential to know your rights and obligations.

The Société d’habitation du Québec (SHQ) recommends that you start looking for a home as soon as possible if you’re planning to move. This increases your chances of finding a home that meets your needs.

The SHQ also offers advice on :

• preparing for a move ;
• renew a lease ;
• better understand tenants’ rights.

When to renew a lease

For a lease of 12 months or more, the owner must give written notice between 3 and 6 months before the end of the lease if he or she wishes to :

• terminate the lease ;
• increase the rent ;
• modify a lease condition (e.g. parking, pets, heating included or not).

After receiving this notice, the lessee has 30 days to :

• accepting change ;
• refuse the changes and remain in the dwelling ;
• announce his departure at the end of the lease.

In the event of disagreement, you can appeal to the Housing Administrative Tribunal.

Renting in Brossard: a market on the move

Brossard offers several types of rental housing: apartments, houses, semi-detached units and newer condos. Residential development has accelerated in certain areas, such as DIX30, Section L and Panama, where there is now a variety of housing adapted to different needs and household types.

Who can help you?

There are several organizations that can help tenants:

• Office d’habitation de Longueuil (OHL)
  Information on low-income housing (HLM) and programs available to low-income households.
  https://ohlongueuil.com
  
• Comité logement Rive-Sud
  Community organization that helps tenants understand their rights, write notices and receive support. https://www.comite-logement.org
  
• Éducaloi : Landlord’s obligations
  This resource explains the main responsibilities of a landlord: providing a dwelling in good condition, ensuring maintenance, carrying out necessary repairs and complying with the rules laid down by law.
  https://educaloi.qc.ca/capsules/les-obligations-du-proprietaire/

Buying a property in Brossard

The Brossard real estate market offers a variety of options: condos, semi-detached, single-family homes and homes located near services such as parks, schools or public transit.

Before you buy

Here are some important points to check:

• Check the zoning of the land or building, since some zones allow only certain uses;
• Regulations applicable to the Direction de l’urbanisme et de l’environnement (e.g.: extensions, trees, fences);
• Consult property assessment rolls to find out the municipal value of your property;
• Check nearby infrastructures and services: schools, parks, bike paths, public transit or proximity to the REM.

Building or renovating

If you’re planning to build a house or carry out major renovations, certain permits and authorizations are required.

The Department of Urban Planning and the Environment can help you with all your requirements, including :

• Building or renovation permits;
• Building code compliance;
• Compliance with environmental standards( preservation oftrees, rainwater management, etc.);
• Compliance with the Site Planning and Architectural Integration Program (SPAIP ) in areas where it applies.

The city ensures that each project respects the harmony of the neighborhoods and contributes to a quality living environment.

In case of specific needs

Some people may need adapted housing or financial support to carry out work. Here are some useful programs:

• Tax credit for home support for seniors: provincial assistance for seniors who wish to remain in their own homes.
• Programme d’adaptation de domicile et allocation-logement pour les personnes handicapées (PAD ): support for people with disabilities to adapt their homes (ramps, accessible bathrooms, etc.).

Community organizations can also help you fill out forms or prepare your application. Consult the directory of community organizations

Useful resources

• Housing Administrative Tribunal (TAL)
  Information on housing rights, notices, repairs and possible remedies.
  514 873-2245 | www.tal.gouv.qc.ca
  
• Office d’habitation de Longueuil (OHL)
  Information on low-cost housing and assistance available to low-income households.
  450 670-2733 | www.ohlongueuil.com
  
• Direction de l’urbanisme et de l’environnement – Ville de Brossard
  For permits, zoning, urban planning regulations and residential projects.
  https://brossard.ca/sujets/reglements-urbanisme/
  
• ACEF Rive-Sud
  Help to understand your rights as a tenant and support in the event of housing-related problems.
  450 677-6394 | www.acefrivesud.org
  
• Éducaloi
  Clear, accessible legal information on renovation, leases and tenants’ rights.
  https://educaloi.qc.ca