412.9. The committee shall grant the permit if it is convinced of the advisability of the demolition, taking into account the public interest and the interest of the parties.
The committee, before deciding an application for a demolition permit, must consider the condition of the immoveable contemplated in the application, the deterioration of the architectural appearance or esthetic character of the neighbourhood or of the quality of life in the neighbourhood, the cost of restoration, the intended use of the vacated land and any other pertinent criterion, in particular, where the immoveable includes one or more dwellings, the prejudice caused to lessees, the housing needs in the area and the possibilities of relocation of the lessees.