Garage & Carport Permit in Quebec City, QC

Permits for detached garages, carports, and attached garage conversions.

Total Issued
492
All time
Avg. Processing
Application to approval
Active Permits
492
Currently open
Median Processing
50th percentile

Where Are Garage Permits Being Issued?

Permit Volume Over Time

Year-over-Year Growth

Percentage change in permits issued vs previous year

Top Neighbourhoods

Neighbourhood Permits Issued Share
La Haute-Saint-Charles 158 32.1%
Beauport 109 22.2%
Charlesbourg 103 20.9%
Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge 57 11.6%
Les Rivières 49 10.0%
La Cité-Limoilou 16 3.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a garage & carport permit in Quebec City?

Yes, most garage & carport projects in Quebec City require a building permit from the city. Based on our data, Quebec City has issued 492 garage & carport permits to date, making it one of the most common permit types in the city. Requirements vary depending on the scope and size of the project. Contact Quebec City's building department for specific requirements for your project.

How many garage & carport permits are issued in Quebec City each year?

Quebec City issues approximately 105 garage & carport permits per year.

Which neighbourhoods in Quebec City have the most garage & carport permits?

The top neighbourhoods for garage & carport permits in Quebec City are La Haute-Saint-Charles (158 permits), Beauport (109 permits), and Charlesbourg (103 permits). These areas account for 75% of all garage & carport permits in the city.

Are garage & carport permits increasing or decreasing in Quebec City?

Garage permit activity in Quebec City has been declining in recent years. In 2024, 62 permits were issued, compared to 105 in 2021.

What is the garage & carport permit process in Quebec City?

The typical process for a garage & carport permit in Quebec City involves: 1) Preparing your project plans and documentation, 2) Submitting your application to Quebec City's building department, 3) Paying the applicable permit fees, 4) Waiting for plan review and approval, 5) Receiving your permit and beginning construction, and 6) Scheduling required inspections during and after construction.

How does Quebec City compare to other Canadian cities for garage & carport permits?

Quebec City is one of 14 major Canadian cities we track for garage & carport permit data. you can compare Quebec City's garage & carport permit statistics including volume trends, processing times, and neighbourhood breakdowns with other cities on our national garage & carport permit comparison page.