Contractors in Galetta

Galetta is a dispersed rural community in West Carleton-March Ward in west Ottawa, located on the Mississippi River near its mouth at the Ottawa River. First settled in 1823 and originally named Hubbell's Falls, the village received its post office in 1850. Though the postal code may say Arnprior, Galetta is proudly part of West Carleton within the City of Ottawa.

About Galetta

Galetta's history dates to 1823 when the area was first settled, originally named Hubbell's Falls after James Hubbell. By 1850, the community had its own post office, kept at Riddle's or Mohr's Corners with James Riddle serving as postmaster. By 1866, Hubbell's Falls was a village of about 200 in Fitzroy Township, situated on the Mississippi River.

The village's location on the Mississippi River near its confluence with the Ottawa River made it important for early milling operations. The community maintains its rural character as a dispersed settlement across the area.

Despite postal codes that may indicate Arnprior, Galetta is proudly part of West Carleton within the City of Ottawa. The community includes several small neighbourhoods including Vydon Acres, Marshall Bay, and part of Mohr Corners.

Location & Boundaries

Galetta is located on the Mississippi River near where it empties into the Ottawa River in west Ottawa. The community is dispersed across the rural area and was part of Fitzroy Township before joining West Carleton in 1974 and Ottawa in 2001.

Common Projects in Galetta

  • Rural home renovation
  • Waterfront property improvements
  • Kitchen and bathroom renovations
  • Septic system work
  • Well and water system upgrades
  • Outbuilding construction
  • Deck and outdoor living spaces
  • Energy efficiency improvements

Local Considerations

Mississippi River waterfront properties
Properties on well water and septic systems
Dispersed community across rural area
Historic mill village heritage
Conservation authority regulations for waterfront
Postal codes may show Arnprior despite Ottawa location
Permits: Standard City of Ottawa building permits apply despite Arnprior postal codes. Septic work requires separate permits. Waterfront work may require Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority approval.

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