- IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - December 15, 2020
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New Online Planning, Permitting, Licensing & Compliance system – Phase 1 Now Live!
The Halifax Regional Municipality's Planning & Development Department has provided our construction and development customers with a new state-of-the-art online permit management, plan review, and inspection services system.
On December 15, 2020 we went live with Phase 1 of our new online system, enabling a higher level of service that makes building, renovating and working in our community a more enjoyable experience!Empowering our Customers
You'll enjoy a consistent, streamlined and timely experience that guides you through the permit application process, including application details, required documents, and permit application fees. Once you create an online user profile you will be able to use the new online system.Here's what the first phase the new online Planning, Permitting, Licensing & Compliance system will enable you to do:
- Apply & search for a permit/application
- View & track the status of your permit/application
- Make secure online payments
- Access your account 24/7 - when it's convenient for you
- Receive E-notifications when your permit is issued
- Print your own permit as soon as its ready
- Know immediately if you require other work permits
- Easily track all your permitting and building inspection activity, from initial application to completion, renewal, or expiration
- Request inspections when you're ready and immediately review results when complete
- Reduce paper waste
The great news continues; we're looking ahead and hard at work on Phase 2 and 3 of our new system. Online Licensing, Compliance & Planning services will be rolling out in 2021 and beyond.
Subdivision applications are still be accepted online. As always, zoning requests will still be able to be submitted via our online submission forms.
Permit Requirements
Permit Requirements provide step-by-step instructions for common permit applications.
Property Information Map
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.
How To Use the System
View these handy How To guides before you apply for a permit. They'll walk you, step-by-step, through common functions in the new system. Includes videos, tips, definitions and examples.
Common Customer Questions
A list of frequently asked questions and answers from customers. These are updated on a regular basis.
Important Tips - Read these BEFORE you apply:
- Review the How To page before you apply to ensure your application is successful. The permit application process has changed.
- Use the navigation buttons found within the system to move around. Do not use your browser BACK buttons (especially when processing your payment).
- Passwords are CAPS sensitive, if you're having difficulty signing back in check your Caps Lock. This might be the issue.
- Confirm your permit status updates to submitted after you make your payment.
- Troubleshooting