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Find applications, permits and requirements related to building and land development as well as environmental protection information in this section. 

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Air Quality Permit

When do I need an Air Quality Permit? You need an Air Quality Permit if your company operates any of the following: fuel burning equipment (utility and non-utility boilers), incinerators, industrial sources (e.g., asphalt plants), or used oil burners...

Amusement Device Operation Permit

When do I need an Amusement Device Operation Permit? Any business that operates, for profit, an amusement ride or device must hold a valid Amusement Device Operation Permit. How much is the fee? $110 per ride is the cost of an Amusement Device...

Apply for a Home Heat Tank Installer's Licence

You must have a valid P.E.I. installer’s licence and an acceptable level of general liability and pollution insurance to install, alter or inspect a home heat tank or system in P.E.I. In order to get a licence, you must verify that you have...

Apply for a Plumbing Contractor's Licence

Any company conducting plumbing services in Prince Edward Island requires a valid PEI Plumbing Contractor's Licence. In addition, the owner or at least one employee of the company must hold a valid journeyman’s certificate in plumbing or a work...

Apply for a Registered Technician's Licence (Electrical)

A registered technician’s licence is required to perform or supervise electrical work within a restricted area of electrical work in PEI. In order to become registered you must have at least one year’s experience in an appropriate or related area of...

Apply for an Electrical Contractor’s Licence

You must be a licensed electrical contractor in order to perform any electrical work in PEI. To qualify for an Electrical Contractor’s Licence you must be a certified electrician and have at least two years’ experience working as a certified...

Apply for an Electrical Permit

This is the online application for an electrical services permit in PEI. A separate permit is necessary for each work site requiring electrical service. You must be an electrical contractor licensed to work in PEI in order to get an electrical permit...

Contractor (Earth-mover) Licensing Program

The Contractor Licensing Program and related certifications allow contractors to carry out high quality work in and adjacent to watercourses, wetlands and buffer zones with benefit of an expedited response time from Environment, Energy and Climate...

Elevator and Lifts Contractor's License

Who needs an Elevator and Lifts Contractor's License? Any company that wishes to install, maintain, or alter an elevator or lift must first obtain an Elevator and Lifts Contractor's License. To get license, the company must have in it's employ an...

Elevator and Lifts Installer's Registration

Who needs to hold an Elevator and Lifts Installer's Registration? Any individual who wishes to install, maintain, or alter an elevator or lift must hold an Elevator and Lifts Installer's Registration. An Elevator and Lifts Installers Registration is...

Elevator Drawing and Specifications for Approval

When do I need to submit drawing and specifications for the installation of an elevator or lift? Any company that sells an elevator or lift within Prince Edward Island must, before beginning installation of the unit, submit layout drawings and...

Licence to Purchase Ozone Depleting and Regulated Substances

A valid licence is required to purchase any regulated or ozone-depleting substance such as those used in refrigeration, air conditioning, fire suppression, electronics cleaning, and solvents. A licence is valid for up to two years and must be renewed...

PEI Recognized Electrical Certification Marks

Before an electrical product or piece of electrical equipment is used, sold, displayed or advertised for sale in Prince Edward Island, it must be approved by an accredited certification or evaluation agency. The item must carry the official mark or...

Permit to Operate a Used Oil Burner

When do I need a permit to operate a used oil burner? You need a Permit to Operate a Used Oil Burner if your company operates a used oil burner. How can I obtain a Permit to Operate a Used Oil Burner? You must complete a Permit to Operate a Used Oil...

Practical Test for a Pressure Welder/Brazer License

When do I need to complete a Practical Test for a Pressure Welder/Brazer License? Anyone who performs welding or brazing on a boiler or pressure vessel, or on pressure piping systems, must successfully complete a practical test for a Pressure Welder...

Register for Power Engineer Examination

Once you have confirmed your eligibility to write a Power Engineer Exam, you can register and pay the fee for that exam using the online form below. If you need to confirm your eligibility, contact the Chairman of the Board of Examiners directly at...

Register to Handle Ozone Depleting and Regulated Substances

A valid licence is required to work on equipment that contains a regulated or ozone-depleting substance such as heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, fire suppression, electronics cleaning, and solvents. A licence is valid for up to two years and...

Renew Your Mechanical Contractor Licence

A PEI Mechanical Contractor Licence is valid for maximum three years. The next three-year licensing period will begin January 1, 2025 and licenses will expire on December 31, 2027. Chief Boiler Inspector J. Elmer Blanchard Building 31 Gordon Drive...

Renew Your Power Engineer Licence

In PEI, a Power Engineer licence is valid for a maximum five-year period. All licences issued in this current five-year cycle will expire December 31, 2024. You can click Add a Reminder on the right side of this page to request an automated e-mail...

Request a Plumbing Permit

A plumbing permit is required before you start any plumbing job that involve installation, extension, alteration or repair to a plumbing system and prior to connecting a building to a sewer system. A separate permit is required for each job. You do...

Swimming Pool and Whirlpool Inspections

A permit is required in order to operate a public or semi-public swimming pool, whirlpool or water fun park. It is valid for one year only and must be renewed annually. Public and semi-public pools are inspected up to three times each year for water...

Types of Electrical Licenses

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 are the types of electrical licenses? There are several...

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