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Provincial Land Leasing


  • The granting of interests in Provincial Lands is varied.

  • The Government of Prince Edward Island land base contains lands suitable for agricultural use. These lands are leased to local farmers for just that purpose.
    • The term is usually six years and is renewable, expect to pay 8% of the value assessed for taxes as an annual rental fee, the lessee will be required to enter an erosion control plan for the leased premises, the lessee must carry a $1,000,000 general liability insurance with the Government of Prince Edward Island named as a co-insured , adherence to buffer zone legislation and the Agricultural Crop Rotation Act is required.
       
    • Less frequently granted are leases for commercial operations. Expect to pay 10% of the assessed value for taxes as an annual rental and provide up to $ 2,000,000 in general liability insurance coverage with the Government of Prince Edward Island named as a co-insured depending on the operation. Terms of commercial leases are generally set at 5 years renewable.
       
    • Licenses- Short term interest in Provincial Lands can be granted at the discretion of the Minister. Individuals or groups can apply for a license on a particular property for short term access across a particular property or to hold a special event on a property. etc. Longer term licenses are also available for infrastructure location such as trails boardwalks etc. You can expect to provide up to $ 2,000,000 in general liability insurance coverage with the Government of Prince Edward Island named as a co-insured depending on the activity proposed. Rental rates vary according to activity but at minimum you will be required to pay a $300.00 administration fee for this service.
       
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For Further information contact Glen Moriarity

* Last updated July 16, 2004

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