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Official homepage for the Municipality of the County of Richmond, Nova Scotia

Municipal Office - 2357 Highway 206, P.O. Box 120, Arichat, Nova Scotia B0E 1A0
(902) 226-2400, Toll Free: 1-800-567-2600

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Municipal Planning 

The Eastern District Planning Commission (EDPC) provides planning, subdivision, and building and fire inspection services for the Municipality of the County of Richmond. The planners, development officers, building inspectors and support staff work toward developing a safe and healthy community for you and your family. While the Commission will be providing planning, building, and inspection services, they will do so in accordance with all the Municipality's existing policies, by-laws, and land use regulations. 

To schedule an appointment with a Planner or Building Inspector, please contact the Eastern District Planning Commission.

Eastern District Planning Commission
606 Reeves St., Unit 3
Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia B9A 2R7
Ph: (902) 625-5361
Toll Free: 1-888-625-5361

To view the Municipal Planning Strategy, Land Use By-laws, Zoning, and Maps, visit   Plan Documents and Maps  

 



Upcoming Committee and Council Meetings

27 Aug 2026;
09:30AM -
Special Meeting - In Camera, Contract Negotiations
02 Sep 2026;
06:00PM -
Source Water Protection Advisory Committee
08 Sep 2026;
06:00PM -
By-law/Policy Committee Meeting
08 Sep 2026;
07:00PM -
Committee of the Whole Meeting
09 Sep 2026;
06:00PM -
RCMP Advisory Board Meeting
22 Sep 2026;
07:00PM -
Regular Council Meeting

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