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Site Planning and Architectural Integration Programs (SPAIP)

Is your residence part of a PIIA zone? Do you wish to undertake work on your residence? Here is what you need to know.

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All forms and documents related to permit or certificate applications for construction or renovation projects must be sent by email to urbanisme@pointe-claire.ca.

What is a SPAIP?

The regulation regarding site planning and architectural integration programs (SPAIP) is a tool that allows for the qualitative assessment of interventions in a sector with a particular character in order to preserve the unique character of a sector.

Certain sectors are subject to the regulation on site planning and architectural integration programs (SPAIP) designed notably for the protection of heritage buildings and the older sectors of Pointe-Claire.

The regulation on site planning and architectural integration programs (SPAIP) complements other urban planning regulations, including zoning, subdivision, and construction regulations.

You can consult the map to identify if your residence or building is located in a SPAIP sector.

Objectives of the SPAIP Regulation

  • Preserve the privacy and unique character of the older part of the City.
  • Protect buildings of architectural, heritage, or historical interest and, in the older sectors of the City, the architectural characteristics of the surrounding buildings.
  • Respect the architectural diversity of a neighborhood or street.
  • Promote the quality of architectural design for new buildings and the enlargements or modifications of existing buildings.
  • Ensure the integration of new constructions and modifications to existing buildings into the built landscape of the neighborhood.

Procedure for Permit Application under the SPAIP

If your work requires a subdivision, demolition, construction permit, or a certificate for a major project, it must be evaluated according to the Site Planning and Architectural Integration Program (SPAIP).

Before issuing the permit, the urban planning advisory committee and the municipal council must ensure that your project meets the objectives and criteria of the SPAIP regulation. The purpose of this regulation is to ensure that your project is well-designed and harmoniously integrated into its environment.

How to Apply?

Depending on your project, here are the documents you will minimally need to provide when submitting an approval application. Additional documents may be requested depending on the nature of your project. 

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  • General documents: Those required by the permit and certificate regulation for a subdivision permit.
  • Tree plan: A plan indicating the exact position of all mature trees, specifying those that need to be cut down. If necessary, an urban forestry report, as specified in Article 5.3 of the permit and certificate regulation.
  • Preliminary site plan: A plan showing a proposed building on the land, its location, and approximate dimensions (width and depth). This plan must also indicate street access, driveways, and possible parking spaces.
  • In case of parcel grouping: Preliminary sketches of the extensions.
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  • Justification for demolition or relocation.
  • Photographs: A photograph of each facade of the building to be demolished.
  • Land reuse plan: You must submit a detailed program for redeveloping the land, including the following information:
  • Description of the work.
  • Scaled plans: Plans showing the layout and elevations of the new buildings, including their location, dimensions (width, depth, height), roof shape, materials and colors used, as well as street access, driveways, and parking spaces.
  • Landscaping (if necessary): Landscaping plans and specifications signed by a member of the Quebec Association of Landscape Architects.
  • Work schedule.
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  • Project plans: You must provide scaled plans showing the layout and architectural elevations of the project. 
  • Tree plan: A plan indicating the exact position of all mature trees, with a description of those that need to be cut down. 
  • Material samples.
  • Photographs: If your project involves an extension or modification affecting the exterior appearance, you must provide photographs of the existing building.
  • Elevation plans for large projects.
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  • Overall plan.
  • Proposed layout.
  • Construction details.
    • The layout, location, dimensions (width, depth, height), and floor area.
    • Sketches showing the architecture of the buildings, including the volumetry, roof shape, and cladding materials (walls and roof) with their colors.
    • The position of the main entrances of the building and access to the interior parking areas.
  • Additional information:
    • For a commercial building, the proposed rules for the dimensions, number, and layout of signs.
    • If the project is carried out in several phases, the arrangements to ensure the cleanliness of the land during the subsequent phases.
    • The sequence of project implementation and the approximate start date of work for each phase.
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  • Proof of residence.
  • Project plans.
  • Tree plan: A plan indicating the exact position of all mature trees, specifying those that need to be cut down. If necessary, an urban forestry report, as specified in article 5.3 of the permit and certificate regulations.
  • Material samples.
  • Photographs: If the project includes an extension or modification affecting the exterior appearance, you must provide photographs of the existing building.
  • Certification from a professional: Plans bearing the seal and signature of a member of one of the following professional orders:
    • Order of Professional Technologists of Quebec;
    • Order of Architects of Quebec;
    • Order of Engineers of Quebec.

In addition to the documents and information, the application must be accompanied by a written statement explaining how the project meets the objectives of this regulation and what features have been integrated into the project to satisfy the various criteria of the regulation.

Depending on the nature of your project (demolition, subdivision, commercial project, etc.), other documents may be required. For more details on the required documents, consult the PIIA regulation here:

PC-2787: SPAIP Regulation.

Request for Site Planning and Architectural Integration Program (SPAIP) Review

A request for a SPAIP plan review must be submitted three weeks prior to the monthly meeting of the Urban Planning Advisory Committee (UPAC) to allow time for analysis and file preparation.

Once the request is complete, the Urban Planning Department will present the project to the committee, which will make a recommendation. If the recommendation is favorable, the plans will be approved by a resolution of the Council. Criteria vary depending on the sector; please refer to Appendix 1 of By-law PC-2787 for more details.

Procedure for requesting a SPAIP revision

Revision request form

What is an Urban Forestry Report?

Template of an Urban Forestry Report

Architectural and Urban Integration Guide – Valois residential neighbourhood 

Contraventions

Anyone carrying out work subject to this regulation without prior authorization or not complying with the conditions of their permit is committing an offense and is liable to a fine, in addition to fees.

Information

Phone
514-630-1206
Email
urbanisme@pointe-claire.ca

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