Modular construction in Lorraine

Lorraine at a glance

Modular construction in Lorraine

Building in Lorraine means dealing with the Laurentides climate. That is exactly what factory fabrication avoids: modules are built indoors, without weather interruptions, then transported and set on a permanent foundation. Most of the work is already done by the time your lot becomes a job site.

On top of the building price, a project in Lorraine carries off-factory costs: the land, the foundation, the connections — water and sewer, or well and septic depending on the sector — and module transport. That total is what you should compare from one builder to the next. On a permanent foundation, the home then finances like any other property.

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Permits and regulations in Lorraine

First things first, the permit: the municipality of Lorraine must authorize the project, which remains subject to the Quebec Building Code (RBQ). Zoning sets the permitted setbacks, siting and height. In the factory, fabrication falls under CSA A277 certification; on the lot, the foundation, connections and assembly go through municipal inspection.

Check zoning rules and permit applications directly with the municipality: www.ville.lorraine.qc.ca.

Where to find the rules in Lorraine

Rules are specific to Lorraine and the target zone. Before buying land or ordering modules, confirm these with the relevant authorities:

• Zoning & planning by-laws — Permitted uses, setbacks, height and siting — and whether factory-built homes are allowed in the target zone in Lorraine. www.ville.lorraine.qc.ca →
• Building permit — Application form, required documents and timelines from Lorraine's planning department. www.ville.lorraine.qc.ca →
• Regional land-use plan — Regional land-use designations, managed by the Thérèse-De Blainville MRC. View →
• Agricultural zone (CPTAQ) — If the lot is in an agricultural zone, Commission authorization may be required before building. www.cptaq.gouv.qc.ca →
• Septic systems & wells — Off municipal services, Regulation Q-2, r.22 governs septic installations. www.environnement.gouv.qc.ca →
• Building code & RBQ licence — Verify your builder's RBQ licence and Quebec Building Code requirements. www.rbq.gouv.qc.ca →
• Guide: building permits in Quebec — Our step-by-step guide to permit procedures for a modular building. View →
• Modular construction glossary — Zoning, minor variance, CSA A277, turnkey… every project term explained simply. View →
• In person — Lorraine city hall: 33, boulevard De Gaulle.

Modular builders serving Lorraine

Modular buildings are factory-built then transported to the site, so a builder does not need to be based in Lorraine to deliver a project there. Most Quebec factories serve the entire province, including Laurentides. Always verify the company's RBQ licence and get several quotes.

To compare manufacturers active in Quebec, see our modular builders guide.

Frequently asked questions