Modular construction in Terrebonne

Terrebonne at a glance

Modular construction in Terrebonne

As elsewhere in the Les Moulins MRC, residential projects in Terrebonne 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.

The real budget for a project in Terrebonne is made up of the building, the land, the foundation, the connections and transport. Each item varies with the lot you choose: a lot served by municipal water is not the same job as one needing a well and septic system. Financing, for its part, works like any other property once the home sits on its foundation.

Read the complete modular home guide · Detailed prices · Choosing a builder

Permits and regulations in Terrebonne

First things first, the permit: the municipality of Terrebonne 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: terrebonne.ca/.

Where to find the rules in Terrebonne

Rules are specific to Terrebonne 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 Terrebonne. terrebonne.ca →
• Building permit — Application form, required documents and timelines from Terrebonne's planning department. terrebonne.ca →
• Regional land-use plan — Regional land-use designations, managed by the Les Moulins 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 — Terrebonne city hall: 775, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste.

Modular builders serving Terrebonne

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

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

Articles mentioning Terrebonne

Our guides and coverage that mention Terrebonne or projects in the area.

Frequently asked questions