Land Use
The Land Identification Program (LIP) prevents the development of land that is identified for non-development use. The general intent of the (LIP) is to protect and to preserve resource land from being sub-divided or developed for commercial or...
The PEI government appointed the Land Matters Advisory Committee to engage the public in reviewing and updating land-related policies and legislation to reflect the current and future needs of the province. In PEI, two primary pieces of legislation...
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 Forests, Fish and Wildlife division offers a wide range of mapping and land use information to the public, government agencies, environmental/conservation groups, land owners and businesses.
Accessing Maps, Aerial Photos and Land Use Data
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In June, 2018, Municipal Affairs held planning workshops across Prince Edward Island, providing information on land use planning in general and on municipal planning and changes to the Planning Act in particular. This document is a PDF version of the...
The purpose of the Task Force on land use was to carry out research and public consultation to develop detailed recommendations for land use policies and their implementation in a comprehensive land use planning framework.
This task force report is...
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...
The Commissioner, Horace Carver, QC, was appointed under the Public Inquiries Act to inquire into, examine, conduct research, consult with Islanders, and make recommendations related to the Land Protection Act.
The Commissioner was directed to examine, ...