Gatineau plans to assess heritage buildings to improve future decision making 

Sophie Demers

Gatineau plans to carry out an inventory assessment of traditional and modern heritage buildings in order to create a restoration intervention guide. According to the City, this project is a continuation of their efforts to improve the knowledge, promotion, protection, and education of the region's heritage. 

“The City of Gatineau continues to structure various actions like these, which confirm its desire to recognize and protect the built heritage on our territory,” said France Bélisle, Mayor of the City of Gatineau. “We are working to develop expertise in the field of heritage and to continue our efforts to raise awareness and disseminate knowledge.” 

In the December 15 press release, the City says this exhaustive inventory assessment will allow them to identify and learn about the heritage buildings of interest in the Gatineau region. This better understanding will help City officials guide decision-making when there is a possible overhaul of the bylaw when it comes to building, construction, site planning, and architectural integration. This will also allow them to better protect heritage buildings, make buildings eligible for funding, meet the obligations of the law on cultural heritage, and implement the urban plan effectively.