Migratory-bird nests and renovation work

Check active nests and protected species before roof, soffit, chimney, tree or demolition work.

VERT / GREEN = documenter · JAUNE / YELLOW = vérifier · ROUGE / RED = arrêter/faire valider.

Active nest with bird/egg
Stop disruptive work and protect the area. Chimney used by Chimney Swift
Check federal obligations and timing/permit needs before modification. Species/nest uncertain
Identify and verify rules before removal. Pre-work check with no activity
Document date and area before work.

What the professional checks

Confirm species, activity and applicable protection
Adapt timing, buffer or permit

Official sources

ECCC — protection des nids

Checked: 2026-08-22

V14

Systems to check before closing the work

V14 connects envelope, air, fire, structure, water and code instead of treating each project in isolation.

Renovation dependenciesRenovating while living at homeCode versions

V28

Finish and service details to verify

V28 connects small details that become costly once finishes are closed.

Post-renovation cleaning and indoor air