Anyone who wants to subdivide a piece of land or consolidate two or more pieces of land in Queens must apply for Subdivision Approval. All Subdivisions are regulated by the Subdivision Bylaw and any services (such as roads) that you eventually want the Municipality to take control over must conform to our specifications.
The fee for a subdivision change is two tiered. $100 is payable to the Region of Queens Municipality and one of two amounts is payable to the Land Registration or Registry of Deeds Office:
- For properties that have not been migrated into the Land Registration System: $213.35
- For properties that have been migrated: $113.35
Please note, the following approvals may be required before Subdivision Approval can be granted:
- If you are not connecting to a municipal sewer system, you may need approval for the installation of an On-Site Sewage Disposal System (or septic tank) from Nova Scotia Environment.
- If you want to create a new access to a property from a public highway you will need to get an Work Within Highway Right-of-Way Permit (formerly known as an Access to Property Permit) from the Nova Scotia Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal.
After a complete application is submitted, a response is usually given within 3 to 4 weeks. If the application is neither approved or refused within ninety (90) days after receipt, and both the Applicant and Development Officer have not agreed on an extension, it is considered refused. Once an approval has been registered it does not expire.
It is recommended that you contact the Development Officer prior to submitting an application to address any concerns and/or questions up front. You can reach the Officer at 902-354-3455.
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.
Click here for a fillable PDF of the Subdivision Approval Application form. This form must be printed and signed and submitted with twelve (12) copies of the subdivision plan and the appropriate fee.
For assistance, please contact 902-354-3455.
