By late October, Tempo-style shelters start popping up in driveways across the South Shore. A temporary car shelter in Brossard saves you from brushing off your car every morning, but municipal rules apply: installation dates, setbacks and approved materials. Here’s what to know before you set one up, and how to use it safely all winter.
When a temporary car shelter is allowed in Brossard
According to the City of Brossard (consulted November 2, 2026), a temporary car shelter may be installed from November 1 of one year until April 15 of the following year, under urban planning by-law REG-362 (section 119).
- Before November 1: you can prepare the spot, but not put the shelter up.
- After April 15: the shelter must come down.
- Any exceptional extension is announced by the City; don’t assume one.
Do you need a permit?
No. The City states that no authorization is required for a temporary car shelter or removable shelter, but it must still comply with REG-362. A permanent carport is different and requires a separate permit application. See our guide to renovation permits in Brossard.
Installation rules
Based on the City’s plain-language summary of the by-law, a temporary shelter must be at least:
| From | Minimum distance |
|---|---|
| Sidewalk | 0.5 m |
| Curb | 1.5 m |
| Street pavement (no sidewalk or curb) | 1.5 m |
| Fire hydrant | 1.5 m |
The by-law also requires:
- a frame of tubular galvanized steel only;
- cladding of woven or laminated polyethylene only;
- a removable shelter used to protect vehicles from the weather;
- no installation on lawn or landscaped areas;
- no storage of goods or products inside.
The City’s summary does not state a maximum height, the number of shelters allowed per lot or fine amounts. For anything unusual (a tall or double shelter, a corner lot), check with Services Brossard at 450 923-6311 or services@brossard.ca.
Snow safety and maintenance
A temporary shelter isn’t a garage: its light frame handles heavy, wet snow and ice poorly. The CNESST warns that temporary shelters can collapse on someone pushing snow off from inside.
- Clear from the outside only, with a roof rake or long-handled broom.
- Act early after big storms, and right away if rain falls on snow.
- Check anchoring: legs secured, straps and stakes tight. Wind does the most damage.
- Inspect the fabric: small tears grow fast in the cold.
- Never idle the engine in a closed shelter: exhaust can build up.
Don’t push snow from the shelter into the street. Tell your snow removal contractor where the shelter is; see our page on snow removal contracts in Brossard.
DIY or hire a pro?
Two people can put up a basic shelter in a few hours by following the manufacturer’s instructions. A company offers solid anchoring, correct setbacks, summer storage and guaranteed removal before the deadline. Get a written quote with installation and removal dates, through our quotes page or estimations.pro.
Alternatives
- Permanent carport: sturdier, but requires a permit.
- Garage: the best protection, but a full construction project.
- Snow removal contract: doesn’t shelter the car, but clears the driveway.
- Winter car cover: light option for a rarely used vehicle.
If your shelter sits against the house, keep an eye on the roof too: see roof snow removal in Brossard and our guide to winterizing your home.
FAQ
When can I put up my Tempo in Brossard?
From November 1 to April 15 of the following year, according to the City.
Do I need a permit?
No, but the shelter must comply with by-law REG-362.
Can I set it up on the lawn?
No. Removable shelters are not allowed on lawn or landscaped areas.
Can I store things in it?
No. Storing goods or products inside is prohibited.
Sources: City of Brossard, temporary car shelter procedure and plain-language summary of by-law REG-362, section 119; CNESST roof snow removal prevention page. Consulted November 2, 2026.
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