Évaluation Signature provides specialized real estate appraisal services for municipalities, regional county municipalities (MRCs), and public or parapublic organizations across Québec.
Our chartered appraisers, members of the Ordre des évaluateurs agréés du Québec (OEAQ), produce professional, independent, and legally compliant reports that meet the highest standards of the appraisal profession.
Using a rigorous and recognized methodology, our municipal appraisal services help public administrations make informed, transparent, and defensible decisions when acquiring, disposing of, or managing real estate assets.
🧾 Establishing Park Fees (Article 117.1 — Act Respecting Land Use Planning and Development)
When approving a subdivision or development project, a municipality may require a cash contribution in lieu of land dedication, as outlined in Article 117.1 of the Act Respecting Land Use Planning and Development (LAU).
This contribution, commonly referred to as a park fee, is typically based on the market value of the land before the project is completed.
Évaluation Signature assists municipalities in this process by providing:
An objective and independent market value assessment of the land
A report fully compliant with legal and regulatory standards
Clear, defensible documentation in case of review or legal challenge
📌 Applicable to:
Residential, commercial, or industrial development projects
Urban or rural development areas
Calculation of cash-in-lieu-of-land contributions for subdivision approval
🏗️ Other Specialized Municipal Appraisal Services
Our firm also undertakes a wide range of municipal and public-sector real estate mandates, including:
Appraisal of surplus or underutilized lands owned by the municipality
Market value analysis for acquisition, disposal, or property exchange
Valuation of municipal buildings (schools, community centers, fire stations, garages, etc.)
Redevelopment or change-of-use studies for existing public properties
Each report takes into account:
Legal and administrative considerations specific to the public sector
Municipal zoning and land-use regulations
The utility value and institutional nature of the property
📘 Legal Compliance and Transparency
All reports are prepared in accordance with the professional practice standards of the OEAQ and are recognized by legal bodies, courts, and municipal auditors.
Each appraisal is meticulously documented to ensure full traceability and complete transparency throughout the decision-making process.
💡 Why Choose Évaluation Signature for Municipal Appraisals?
Proven expertise in municipal and public-sector property valuation
Fully compliant reports with OEAQ and legal standards
Neutral, professional, and defensible methodology
Tailored service to meet the unique operational and legal realities of Québec municipalities
Our team provides municipalities with reliable data and expert analysis to support planning, budgeting, and asset management decisions — ensuring fairness, compliance, and accountability.
✍️ At Signature Evaluation, our team puts more than 10 years of expertise at your service. Contact us today to find out how an evaluation can support your projects — and visit our blog for more professional advice
