Municipal land use planning services allow locally-elected governments to direct how the land within their boundaries is shaped and used, in view of the impacts of past decisions and their vision for the future. Who is responsible for land use and development decisions? Municipal...
When do I need to apply for a subdivision approval? A subdivision approval is required when any parcel of land is divided (e.g., to create a new lot or lots). An approval is also required to add more land to an existing lot, or to join two or more lots. Where do I apply, and who...
Annual Report of Housing, Land and Communities 2023-2024
The province has developed code of conduct training for municipal leaders that will strengthen local governments and benefit elected officials, municipal staff and the public. The online code of conduct training module is interactive and easy to access. The training will...
Department of Housing, Land and Communities Annual Report 2024-2025
Land use planning helps organize a community, ensures health and safety, and provides opportunities for economic development. The process involves land users, community members and leaders, professional planners, and decision-makers. It represents the public’s interests and...
There are three new municipalities in Prince Edward Island. The provincial cabinet met in Georgetown today (September 25) and approved recommendations from the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission to create the new municipalities of Three Rivers, North Shore, and Central...
The historic Municipal Government Act marks a new era for local governments in Prince Edward Island. When it comes into effect this Saturday, December 23, the act will help Prince Edward Island’s cities, towns, and rural municipalities better serve their residents. It establishes...
The Commission on Land and Local Governance was appointed by the provincial government to inquire into land use and local governance issues, and to recommend new approaches where warranted.
This guide has been prepared as a resource to provide municipalities with official plans with information about the general considerations and internal procedures to make development decisions as of June 2018.