Home Construction, Improvement, and Renovation

What is an accessory dwelling unit? An accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, is an independent secondary housing unit located on the same lot or parcel of land as an existing single-family home. ADUs could be a separate dwelling, attached to or within an...

How much funding is available? The program will provide forgivable loans of up to $55,000 per unit to increase the number of affordable housing options in the province. Who is eligible to apply for funding? The Affordable Housing Development Program...

Do I need approval before starting my construction project? You will need to receive an Environmental Management Section (EMS) Approval-to-Proceed if your work takes place within the provincial right-of-way, or if your work could result in a possible...

Effective March 31, 2024, the province adopted Tier 1 of the 2020 National Model Codes. Together, the Building Codes Act and corresponding Regulations reflect the administration and enforcement requirements of the Building Permit Process. The process...

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 is the fee for an electrical permit? The fee amount for...

The Energy Efficiency Loan Program (EELP) will provide financing for Prince Edward Island home-owners who are approved applicants under either of efficiencyPEI’s Energy Efficient Equipment Rebate and Home Insulation Rebate programs. This will assist...

A home energy assessment, also known as an energy audit, can help you save energy and make your home more comfortable. Home energy assessments from one of the companies listed below are required for Home Insulation Rebates. What is an EnerGuide home...

The process to install or replace a culvert typically depends on the type and/or location of the adjacent parcel of land. For a driveway culvert, you must complete an entrance way application For culverts on other types of properties, as listed below...

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 Municipal Infrastructure Fund supports the extension of existing municipal central water or wastewater services, public roads, or sidewalks, so more property is available to develop housing. The fund will also help increase population in rural...

The Residential Unit Development Incentive (RUDI) for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings announced by the Province of Prince Edward Island will provide financial support to encourage the development of newly constructed rental units by providing a...

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...

Various programs exist to incentivize the construction of housing units. Below is a list of programs eligible developers, non-profits, and community service organizations are encouraged to apply to. Creation of housing The Affordable Housing...