Subdivision of Land
Subdivision
The Subdivision By-law is in effect for the entire county and regulates how land may be subdivided, whether it is for one lot or for a new residential subdivision. Also, it ensures that new roads and other services, as available, meet all required standards. This by-law corresponds with the Land Use By-law in terms of required lot sizes in the various zones.
Phone: 902-897-3170
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In Person: Main floor of the County Courthouse, 1 Church Street, Truro
Subdivision Plan Checklist
Preliminary Plans
- Completed Application
- 3 Hard Copies
- 1 DigitalCopy
Tentative Plans
- Completed Application
- Application fee of $75
- Plan - 6 Hard Copies and 1 Digital Copy
- Engineering Drawings - 1 Hard Copy and 1 Digital Copy
- QP Report for on-site sewage disposal systems (if required) please include cheque madepayable to “Minister of Finance’ for $232.35 if more than 3 lots.
Final Plans
- Completed Application
- Application fee of $25 per lot to amaximum of $250.00
- Plan - 8 Hard Copies and 1 Digital Copy
- Cheque made payable to "Minister of Finance" for $100.00 or$200.00 if not land registration
- QP Report for on-site sewagedisposal systems (if required) please include cheque madepayable to “Minister of Finance’ for $232.35 if more than 3 lots.
Carbon-Free Colchester
Sign Up for an Information Session
Curious about heat pumps or solar energy? Wondering how the Cozy & Solar Colchester programs can help?
Join us for three upcoming information sessions and get the answers you need to make your home more energy efficient.
In 2009, Colchester Council adopted a vision statement and guiding principles for a sustainable future for Colchester County. The vision was crafted with inspiration from the United Nations’ guiding principles for sustainable communities known as the Melbourne Principles for Sustainable Cities. As we reflect proudly on the progress we have made, we must shift our attention forward to examine opportunities to further improve our efforts in reducing our carbon emissions in Colchester County, an endeavor that requires unity, commitment, collaboration, and a collective desire to provide a better future for our families, for generations to come. Addressing climate change is more relevant than ever before, as human induced climate change poses risks to health, economic growth, public safety, infrastructure, livelihoods, and the world’s biodiversity and ecosystems as the earth continues to warm at an unprecedented rate.
Solar Colchester and Cozy Colchester Programs
Solar Colchester and Cozy Colchester are low-interest financing programs that allow eligible homeowners in Colchester to install photovoltaic solar panels or make energy upgrades to their homes. Improving the energy efficiency of your home can save you money on your power bill and reduce your carbon footprint. Participants can pay for the project over a 10-15 year loan term.
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Community Energy & Emissions Plan
The Carbon-Free Colchester Community Energy & Emissions Plan is our next big step as a community toward a carbon-free, sustainable, GREEN future. The Plan outlines a pathway to transition Colchester to renewable energy and to reduce the community’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions between now and 2050. While the primary goal of the Plan is to become more energy efficient and reduce our community’s emissions, it is designed to have many economic and social benefits for our community as well.
The Plan includes some key Municipality-led initiatives, but the majority of the Community Energy & Emissions Plan implementation will require resources and leadership from various actors in the community, including utilities, industry, businesses, institutions, and community members. The project team identified a series of actions to help Colchester meet its emissions target of net zero by 2050. These actions were identified through a combination of best practice research, anticipated innovations in industry and technology changes, consultation with the Municipality, experience of the consulting team, and input from the Carbon-Free Colchester Advisory Committee and general public.
Key areas identified in the plan are to improve energy, reduce waste generation and increase the utilization of renewable energy include: Building, Transportation, Water & Waste and Industry.
We invite you to further explore the Carbon-Free Colchester Community Energy & Emissions Plan
Connect with us
If you would like to become more involved in sustainability initiatives in Colchester, please reach out to Sarah Lynds at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Community Development
The Community Development Department in the Municipal Building at 1 Church Street is open to the public and services are offered in person, electronically, and by telephone. For more information, please call 902-897-3170 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Planning & Development
To discuss and submit applications for development permits, subdivisions, rezonings and development agreements, as well as requests for zoning letters, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 902-897-3170 for instructions on how to proceed.
To apply for a permit, visit our new online permit system!
Building Inspections
To discuss and submit building applications, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 902-897-3170.
To schedule an inspection for a project under construction, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 902-897-3170.
Community Projects
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Fundy Discovery Site |
Plan It Colchester |
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The recent acquisition of the former Palliser Restaurant and Motel property has prompted the Municipality of Colchester to explore and develop a comprehensive master plan for the site. We consider the former Palliser site to be a significant location to act as a gateway to the Bay of Fundy to promote the many and varied experiences that the Bay has to offer visitor and resident alike. Explore the Fundy Discovery Site website!
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The Municipality of Colchester has launched Plan It Colchester - a project to develop a County-Wide Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw. Much of the County is unplanned, resulting in an organic form of growth and development over the years. Colchester, like the rest of Nova Scotia, has seen a recent population increase, and with a growing population comes pressure for new development. Without planning in place, communities have no say in where and how their communities grow and change. Explore how you can get involved and help shape the future of Colchester!
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Debert Business Park |
Carbon-Free Colchester |
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Debert Business Park is one of Colchester’s greatest economic drivers and is home to over 50 diverse businesses. From manufacturing and fabrication to distribution and hospitality, Debert Business Park has the flexibility, infrastructure, and customizable solutions to support any business, on any scale. The Municipality is working to promote and develop the park and it’s many offerings; it’s central Atlantic Canada location, strategic partnership opportunities, an advanced transportation network and a vibrant and collaborative business environment. |
Carbon-Free Colchester encompasses all of the Municipality of Colchester's sustainability and climate action initiatives, including the implementation of the new Community Energy & Emissions Plan and the Municipality's Solar Colchester and Cozy Colchester programs Learn about the Municipality's sustainability initiatives!
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And follow us on instagram @carbonfreecolchester |
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Affordable Housing Study |
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The Truro and Colchester Housing Needs Project Team (the Project Team) contracted the undertaking of this study in recognition of the impact that housing insecurity has had and continues to have on the Truro-Colchester Region. The purpose of this work is to develop an understanding of the current and anticipated housing conditions within the region of Truro – Colchester. |
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