Modular construction in Mercier

Mercier at a glance

Modular construction in Mercier

As elsewhere in the Roussillon MRC, residential projects in Mercier most often happen on private land — the context where the modular approach makes the most sense. The home is factory-built, sheltered from the weather, then transported and assembled on a permanent foundation, reducing time spent on site accordingly.

Comparing factory prices alone would be misleading: a project in Mercier also includes the land, the foundation, the connections and transporting the modules to the municipality. The good news on financing — once on its foundation, a modular home is treated like any other residence.

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Permits and regulations in Mercier

First things first, the permit: the municipality of Mercier 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.mercier.qc.ca.

Where to find the rules in Mercier

Rules are specific to Mercier 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 Mercier. www.ville.mercier.qc.ca →
• Building permit — Application form, required documents and timelines from Mercier's planning department. www.ville.mercier.qc.ca →
• Regional land-use plan — Regional land-use designations, managed by the Roussillon 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 — Mercier city hall: 869, boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste 2e étage.

Modular builders serving Mercier

Modular buildings are factory-built then transported to the site, so a builder does not need to be based in Mercier to deliver a project there. Most Quebec factories serve the entire province, including Montérégie. 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