Home Construction, Improvement, and Renovation
What is an accessory dwelling unit?
An accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, is an independent secondary housing unit located on the same lot or parcel of land as an existing single-family home. ADUs could be a separate dwelling, attached to or within an...
Do I need approval before starting my construction project?
You will need to receive an Environmental Management Section (EMS) Approval-to-Proceed if your work takes place within the provincial right-of-way, or if your work could result in a possible...
Community Partners & Private Developers
Financing supports are available to community housing providers (NGOs) to build new affordable housing and renew existing housing inventory across Prince Edward Island.
Government wants to hear about ideas...
Effective March 31, 2024, the province adopted Tier 1 of the 2020 National Model Codes. Together, the Building Codes Act and corresponding Regulations reflect the administration and enforcement requirements of the Building Permit Process. The process to...
Who can do electrical work in PEI?
Only electrical contractors licensed to do work in PEI can apply for an electrical permit. Electrical permits are required for all electrical work on PEI.
What is the fee for an electrical permit?
The fee amount for...
Applications to the Energy Efficiency Loan Program must be made before any work commences, financing is not available for projects that are already completed.
The Energy Efficiency Loan Program (EELP) will provide financing for Prince Edward Island home...
Island residents adding energy efficiency upgrades to their home may be eligible to borrow up to $10,000 from the provincial government to help finance the cost. The Energy Efficiency Loan Program is available to a registered owner of a year-round...
A home energy assessment, also known as an energy audit, can help you save energy and make your home more comfortable. Home energy assessments from one of the companies listed below are required for Home Insulation Rebates.
What is an EnerGuide home...
The process to install or replace a culvert typically depends on the type and/or location of the adjacent parcel of land.
For a driveway culvert, you must complete an entrance way application
For culverts on other types of properties, as listed below...
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...
The PEI Home Renovation Programs can provide financial assistance to home owners through three renovation programs. One application can be submitted to assess your eligibility for the PEI Home Renovation Program, Seniors Home Repair Program, and the...
This feature contains land use planning decisions for the communities and municipalities under provincial planning authority and municipalities with local land use planning responsibility. Search for the status of a decision and other details about...
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...
Various programs exist to incentivize the construction of market rental units, which also supports available units across the housing continuum.
Below is a list of programs eligible developers, non-profits, and community service organizations are...