URBAN PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE – MINUTES – 363rd meeting / Monday, December 1, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
⭐ Notable items (3)
The committee recommended against approving the Zibi 'Block 1' project at 12, rue Eddy. Members expressed concerns regarding the building's aesthetic, lack of architectural creativity, use of materials that do not reflect the site's industrial heritage, and insufficient noise mitigation strategies.
The committee approved updates to the Zibi development guide. These changes include modifying the project phasing, updating the subdivision plan, and integrating design guidelines for 'shared streets' (woonerfs) within the development.
The committee approved the restoration of the historic National Printing Bureau building. The project involves replacing curtain walls, restoring granite facades, and updating windows and doors while preserving the building's significant architectural and historical character.
The committee approved a request to increase the number of signs and total signage area for a commercial building at 1, boulevard du Plateau. This allows four businesses (Maxi & Cie, Village des Valeurs, Pharmaprix, and Econofitness) to install additional signage to match the scale of the large building.
The committee approved an increase in the permitted floor area for financial and professional services at 24, boulevard Saint-Raymond. This regularizes existing office space that slightly exceeded the current zoning limit of 1,500 m², allowing for a total of 1,720 m².
The committee recommended against approving the Zibi 'Block 1' project at 12, rue Eddy. Members expressed concerns regarding the building's aesthetic, lack of architectural creativity, use of materials that do not reflect the site's industrial heritage, and insufficient noise mitigation strategies.
The committee approved updates to the Zibi development guide. These changes include modifying the project phasing, updating the subdivision plan, and integrating design guidelines for 'shared streets' (woonerfs) within the development.
The committee approved the restoration of the historic National Printing Bureau building. The project involves replacing curtain walls, restoring granite facades, and updating windows and doors while preserving the building's significant architectural and historical character.
The committee approved the construction of a new mixed-use building at 400, rue Notre-Dame, replacing an existing structure. The project includes 18 residential units and ground-floor commercial space, deemed compatible with the surrounding area.
This item regarding a minor variance for a detached garage was deferred to a future meeting.