503. 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 immovable contemplated in the application, the deterioration of the architectural appearance or esthetic character of the neighbourhood or the quality of life in the neighbourhood and the cost of restoration, the intended use of the vacated land any other pertinent criterion, in particular, where the immovable includes one or more dwellings, the prejudice caused to lessees, the housing needs in the area and the possibilities of relocation of the lessees.