Getting a Parking Permit for Moving Day in Montreal
Why You Need a Moving Day Parking Permit
Montreal's street parking is a battlefield on any normal day — on moving day, it's critical to have a guaranteed spot for your truck. A Ville de Montréal moving permit reserves a section of the street (typically 15-20 metres) in front of your building for your exclusive use during loading or unloading. Without it, you risk parking tickets ($52-$150) or getting towed, which can cost $200+ to retrieve your truck.
The permit is especially important in dense neighborhoods like the Plateau, Mile End, Villeray, and Rosemont, where street parking is already saturated. Even in quieter areas like NDG or Ahuntsic, a permit gives you peace of mind and keeps the truck close to your door.
How to Apply: Process, Fees & Timelines
Apply online through the Ville de Montréal website or your borough's Accès Montréal office. The standard fee is approximately $75 for a 24-hour reservation. Some boroughs charge more for extended hours or wider zones. You need to apply at least 3-5 business days in advance — longer during peak moving season (June-July).
You'll need to provide the date, time window, street address, and the length of space required. The city will post temporary no-parking signs 24-48 hours before your move. On moving day, if anyone is parked in your reserved zone, you can call 311 and the city will have the vehicle towed at the owner's expense.
Borough-Specific Tips and Common Mistakes
Each Montreal borough handles permits slightly differently. Le Plateau-Mont-Royal and Ville-Marie process them online. Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie may require an in-person visit to the Accès Montréal office on Beaubien. Check your specific borough's website before assuming the process is the same everywhere.
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Common mistakes: applying too late (especially around July 1st, when the system gets slammed), not checking for existing construction zones that conflict with your spot, and forgetting to apply for both your old and new addresses. You need a permit at each end — loading and unloading. Budget $150 total if both boroughs charge separately.
