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PUBLIC – Minutes of the Gatineau City Council committee of the whole meeting held in the committee room of the Maison du citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, Gatineau, on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 10:38 a.m., at which were present, Ms. · 2025-04-01

Presentation on the 'matchstick house' study and actions for built heritage protection

The City of Gatineau presented a study on 'matchstick houses' (small, narrow, historic worker homes) and discussed strategies for preserving built heritage. Councillors debated the balance between heritage preservation, the demolition permit process, and the need for clear communication with property owners. The administration clarified that while there is no current moratorium on demolitions, the city is working on a mandatory heritage inventory to be adopted by 2026.

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