Who needs a Development Permit? Anyone who wants to erect, construct, alter, replace, relocate or add to any structure (including advertising signs) and anyone who wants to make any change or alteration in the use made of land or structures in Queens County. You can apply for your Development Permit at the same time as your Building Permit, however the Development Permit must be approved first. All Development Permits are valid for twelve (12) months from date of issue. All communities in the Region of Queens Municipality are regulated by the Land Use Bylaw. For more information on this, please visit the Land Use Planning page in this section of the website.
Provincial Legislation sets out that within 30 days of receiving a completed application for a Development Permit, the Development Officer shall grant the Development Permit or inform the applicant of the reason for not granting the permit.
The following permits may be required before a Development Permit can be issued:
- Subdivision Approval (if applicable)
- Under certain circumstances, application and approval of a variance in the requirements of the Land Use By-Law may be necessary prior to the issuance of a Development Permit.
Questions or permits can be forwarded via mail, fax or email to lwolfe@regionofqueens.com.
NEW! Starting Monday, July 13, 2026 – Apply for Building, Development, and Subdivision Permits Online
Region of Queens Municipality will be offering online building and development permits through a shared regional e-permit portal.
The District of Lunenburg, Region of Queens Municipality, and the Towns of Bridgewater and Lunenburg, have partnered to offer a single online system for building, development, and subdivision permits.
With one account, you can apply for permits, upload documents or photos, and track your application in real time — all from your computer or mobile device.
Applicant Portal: https://app.oncamino.ca/regional-permit-portal/
How It Works
- Create Your Account
One login works across all four municipalities. - Start Your Application
Tell us about your project and upload your documents or photos. - Track Your Permit
Get real-time updates as your application moves through the review process.
Prefer Paper Application?
Paper forms and in-person service remain available at each municipality. You can download forms from Region of Queens Municipality’s Land Use website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this change who inspects my project?
No. Building inspections remain the same. The online system simply makes submitting and tracking your application easier.
Can I still apply in person?
Yes. Paper forms and counter service remain available.
Can I upload photos instead of PDFs?
Yes. You can submit photos taken directly from your phone.
Will I get updates on my application?
Yes. You can receive email notifications when your permit status changes.
If you are unable to apply through the portal then you can Click here for a fillable pdf that will need to be printed and signed before submission with the $10 Development Permit fee.
For assistance, please contact 902-354-3455.
