A woman living in Montreal’s Notre‑Donat‑Guenette (NDG) neighbourhood found herself unable to leave her home by car on Monday night after road construction blocked her driveway. The blockage was reported at 23:41 UTC on 13 July 2026, shortly after the resident returned from a vacation.
The obstruction is the result of ongoing roadwork on a local street in the NDG area. The construction has placed equipment and materials across the driveway, creating a physical barrier that prevents any vehicle from entering or exiting the property. The resident confirmed that the situation left her without the ability to use her car for transportation.
Local authorities note that the roadwork is part of a broader municipal project aimed at improving the street’s infrastructure. While the work is scheduled to continue for an unspecified period, the impact on at least one resident’s driveway access has been documented. The resident’s experience highlights the immediate effect of the construction on everyday mobility for those living directly adjacent to the work zone.
No further details have been released regarding a timeline for the removal of the obstruction or any assistance being offered to the affected resident. The situation remains unresolved as of the time of reporting, with the driveway still blocked and the resident unable to depart the premises by car.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by homeowners when road improvement projects intersect with private property access, especially when residents return to find their driveways inaccessible.
The municipality has not issued a statement addressing the specific case, and it is unclear when normal driveway access will be restored for the NDG resident.