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Permit

Business Permit


Please note:

  • Note that buildings connected to the aqueducts are limited in water units, and it is important to check with your landlord to ensure that your usage complies with the allowed units at this location.REG 1181-21 & Annexes (Adopté 2021-05-04).pdfhttps://www.chelsea.ca/fr/actualites/moratoire-sur-les-nouvelles-constructions-visant-preserver-la-capacite-actuelle-du-reseau-deau-potable
  • Requests are analyzed on a first-come, first-served basis; 
  • Please allow 10 working days for a response; 
  • A delay of up to 60 days is required to obtain your permit;
  • That the analysis of the application, as well as the 60-day delay, begins only when the application submitted is declared valid and complete by the municipal officer; 
  • That an application received without the necessary documents and/or information will be declared incomplete and refused.
  • Price for the business permit: $220
  • Price for the complementary residential use permit (in my house): $150

READ CAREFULLY

Validity of a business permit (usage authorization certificate): A business permit is valid from the date of issue until December 31 of the same year.

*If any changes have occurred or are planned for the current permit (initially issued permit), please request a new permit from the municipality.

Renewal of the usage authorization certificate: It is the responsibility of the business owner to ensure the renewal of the usage authorization certificate each year. Please submit the renewal application no later than January 31.

Applicant identification

Location covered by the business permit

Are you the owner?

IMPORTANT: if you are not the owner, please attach a copy of the lease or signed power of attorney from the owner(s) to the "Document Filing" section.

PROCURATION

Is the building also your primary residence?
Are there any renovation works to be done?
Occupancy status
*If you are a tenant, a copy of the lease is required and must be attached to the application.
PURPOSE OF THE APPLICATION:
*If you are a tenant, a copy of the lease is required and must be attached to the application.

Detailed description of the business activities

Occupancy status
*If you are a tenant, a copy of the lease is required and must be attached to the application.
Location in the building
*If you are a tenant, a copy of the lease is required and must be attached to the application.
Do the activities of the establishment generate noise disturbances, gas emissions, odors, or dust that are perceptible to the neighborhood?
*If you are a tenant, a copy of the lease is required and must be attached to the application.
DOES YOUR BUSINESS ACTIVITY REQUIRE YOUR CLIENTS TO TRAVEL TO YOUR PLACE OF BUSINESS?
DO YOU HAVE A FLEET OF VEHICLES FOR YOUR BUSINESS?
DO YOU PLAN TO DO OUTDOOR STORAGE OR DISPLAY?
ARE YOU CONNECTED TO THE MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY ?
*If yes, please submit a permit application.
DO YOU PLAN TO INSTALL OR MODIFY A SIGN ?
*If yes, please submit a permit application.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • If this is a new business, please attach to the application the layout plan for the building and/or place of business (plans signed and sealed by an architect may be required). 
  • If applicable, please provide a copy of the lease, notarised deed of purchase, and any separate permit application for renovation, construction, conversion, extension or installation of a sign.  
  • If the business is located in the Centre-Village or Farm Point, an application for a Site Planning and Architectural Integration Programme (SPAIP) will also be required, necessitating separate permit applications.



  • Sole proprietor (copy of government-issued identification) 
  • Corporation (copy of certificate of status or equivalent)
  •  Letter of authorization from business owner (if applicant is not owner) 
  • Copy of letter of authorization from property owner 
  • Floor plans or site plans (if required) 
  • Copy of insurance certificate 
  • Cover letter (describe activities and include a list of all business uses) 
  • Letter of authorization from building owner/lease agreement



Drop files here or click to upload them.

By clicking on "Complete my application" :

  • I confirm that the information provided in this form is true;
  • I agree that the Municipality of Chelsea may use the information provided on this form to contact me;
  • I understand that the information provided on this form will be forwarded to all municipal departments concerned;
  • I understand that the Municipality may carry out discretionary inspections before or after the work;
  • I understand that if the permit is granted, I will be required to comply with the conditions of the permit as well as the provisions of any other law or regulation that may apply;
  • I confirm the accuracy of the information contained in this application. I consent to this action having the value of a digital signature.