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Welcome to our Permitting Page!

Here you'll find everything you need to know about permits, what permit you'll need for your project and how to use the new online permitting system. Ready to get started?   

Using the Online Permitting System

Learn how to use the system, review common customer questions and see what's new in Building & Development

Commercial Building Permits

Changes to existing buildings, new buildings, and signs

House and Home Permits

Home improvements, new home construction, develop your property

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Demolition, blasting, grade alteration, and lot grading

Lower Water Street new pavement and bike lane

Streets and Services Permits

Here's what you will need to know if you are working the municipal right-of-way and if you need to run water and sewer

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Apply for a Subdivision application

Apply online for a Subdivision application

Permit Fees

Find out what permit fees must be paid when you submit your Permit application.

Property Information Finder

Enter your street address or PID into our Property Information tool to see key information about your property that can be used to complete your permit application.

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Learn more about major developments in progress in the Halifax Regional Municipality and access the resources needed to start a development project.

Construction Management Plan

A construction management plan is required with an application for a building permit when the structure is within 5 m of the street property line.

Apply for a Zoning Confirmation Letter

A zoning confirmation letter may be requested when a property is being sold.

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