Documents Adopted

UPDATE 2023.08.23

On July 7, 2023 Council Adopted the new Official Plan and gave First Reading to the new Development Bylaw. Council gave Second Reading to the Bylaw on August 8, 2023. These documents will come into effect when they are approved by the Minister for Housing, Lands, and Communities.

Welcome!

Welcome to the Eastern Kings Plan Review! Over the next year, we will be working with residents, community members and other stakeholders to review and update the Municipality's Official Plan, as well as the accompanying Development Bylaw. There will be many opportunities to participate in the Eastern Kings Plan Review to share your perspectives, insights, ideas and opinions. Keep an eye on this page for engagement events and opportunities, and join our email list to receive news and updates about the project.

About

The Rural Municipality of Eastern Kings was incorporated in 1974 and is the easternmost community in Prince Edward Island. The community is home to approximately 700 permanent residents and many more who spend the summer months at their cottages and seasonal homes.

The Municipality adopted its Official Plan in 2013.

These policies and regulations have been managing land use and development for nearly a decade. As new issues and trends have emerged, it is now time to review the Official Plan and the Development Bylaw.

This is an important opportunity to establish a shared vision for the future and guide growth and development in the years to come. This is also a chance to make the Official Plan and accompanying Bylaw easier to navigate and understand for staff, council and residents.

What is an Official Plan? What is a Development Bylaw?

An Official Plan is a document that describes the long-term vision for the Municipality through objectives and policies. The Development Bylaw is a companion document that sets out the various rules and regulations pertaining to development activities. Together, an Official Plan and Development Bylaws shape our community by determining what types of development can happen there.