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Marketing Levy By-law Changes are Now in Effect
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Marketing Levy By-law Changes are Now in Effect
As of January 1, 2024, the Municipality of the County of Richmond Marketing Levy By-Law is now applicable to all accommodations in Richmond County.
The Marketing Levy which was amended in 2023, now applies to ALL fixed-roof accommodation providers within the Municipality, as required to be registered under the Nova Scotia Tourism Accommodation Registration Act. This now applies to all short-term rentals, which include AirBNB.
As of January 1, 2024, three percent (3%) of the Purchase Price of the Accommodation is being collected.
The Levy payment must be remitted to the Municipality on a monthly basis along with the pdf Remittance Form.(57 KB) Payments can be mailed or made in-person at the Administration Municipal Building at 2357 Hwy 206, P.O. Box 120, Arichat, NS, B0E 1A0.
Your first payment in February 2024 will cover January 2024 payment and so forth. Remember to indicate the time frame your remittance covers.
For assisstance or if you have any questions, call 902-226-2400.
2024 Property Assessment Notices
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2024 Property Assessment Notices have been mailed.
Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC)
PVSC provides property assessment services and information for Nova Scotia’s municipalities and property owners in accordance with the Nova Scotia Assessment Act. Property owners can view detailed information on their assessment by accessing their "My Property Report” on the Property Valuation Services Corporation (http://www.pvsc.ca/en/home/default.aspx) website. Use your Assessment Account Number and PIN access number to see your information. To obtain a PIN number, phone 1.800.380.7775.
Questions
If you have questions, assessors are available to discuss assessments Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at 1-800-380-7775 or .
Appeals
The Nova Scotia Assessment Act provides an appeal process for property owners who disagree with their property assessment, ownership, or classification of their property.
If you have questions about, or disagree with any of the information on your Property Assessment Notice, please contact PVSC to discuss your concerns before filing an appeal.
Filing an Appeal:
If you decide to proceed with appealing your property assessment, you must complete and sign a Property Assessment Appeal Form and submit it to PVSC by mail, fax, or email. By law, your signed form must be received by the date noted on your Property Assessment Notice (31 days from the date your Property Assessment Notice was mailed).
You can also appeal the assessment, ownership or classification of another property in the municipality where you live or own property. You must provide written notice of the appeal to the property’s owner. A copy of this written notice must be included in your appeal submission
There is no fee to file an assessment appeal.
For More Information
For more information about property assessment in Nova Scotia visit pvsc.ca.
Fax numbers
Within Canada and United States: 1-888-339-4555
Outside Canada and United States: 1-902-893-6101
Phone numbers
Within Canada and United States: 1-800-380-7775
Outside Canada and United States: 1-902-893-5800
Mailing Addresses
PVSC Service Centre:
15 Arlington Place, Suite #6
Truro, NS B2N 0G9
Province Releases Green Hydrogen Action Plan
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News release
Province Releases Green Hydrogen Action Plan
Premier's Office / Natural Resources and Renewables
December 15, 2023 - 9:50 AM
A new action plan will help grow Nova Scotia’s green hydrogen industry and advance the transition to clean energy.
“Nova Scotia is poised to be a world leader in the production of green hydrogen, which will help us and our global partners develop our green economies and fight climate change,” said Premier Tim Houston. “With this action plan, we’re continuing our work with businesses and communities to take advantage of this unique opportunity that will bring benefits to Nova Scotians for generations to come.”
The Green Hydrogen Action Plan, which includes seven goals and 23 actions, will help develop the sector in alignment with the Province’s climate change goals. It will support both domestic use and export of green hydrogen and is focused on safety, a strong and skilled workforce, research and innovation, and opportunities for public engagement.
Green hydrogen can be used in Nova Scotia to help with the move to clean fuels for transportation and industrial uses. It can also be used globally in the move to clean energy, which creates significant export opportunities for Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia’s clean energy leadership and prime location for export to Europe are among the reasons it is sought after for large-scale green hydrogen production.
While developers are getting started with onshore wind, they will scale up using some of the world’s best offshore wind resources off Nova Scotia’s coast. To help spur development, the Province has set a target to offer seabed leases for five gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2030.
Developing a Green Hydrogen Action Plan is a commitment in Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth, which will help create a cleaner and more sustainable future for all Nova Scotians by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving energy efficiency and helping homes and buildings become more resilient to the impacts of climate change.
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Green hydrogen can help us reach our climate change goals in Nova Scotia and also put us on the world stage as an exporter of clean energy. This action plan will guide the government and all our partners in a united effort to develop this sector in ways that create green jobs for Nova Scotians and contribute to our broader plans for a clean, sustainable future.Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural Resources and Renewables
The release of the Province's Green Hydrogen Action Plan will help set a foundation from which industry and community can plan for the transition to cleaner fuels, eventually tapping into our world-class offshore wind resource.Brenda Chisholm-Beaton, Mayor, Port Hawkesbury; co-chair, Strait of Canso Offshore Wind Taskforce
Here in the Strait area, we have multiple hydrogen projects being proposed, so having a broad plan in place will help create certainty and confidence for our developers as they advance plans for commercial-scale green production facilities.Amanda Mombourquette, Warden, Richmond County; co-chair, Strait of Canso Offshore Wind Taskforce
Quick Facts:
- green hydrogen has the potential to help Nova Scotia achieve its goal of reaching net zero by 2050 and support a global transition to a low-carbon energy future
- Nova Scotia is committed to the responsible development of its natural resources, balancing environmental, social and economic interests
Additional Resources:
Nova Scotia’s Green Hydrogen Action Plan is available at: https://novascotia.ca/green-hydrogen
News release – Province Sets Offshore Wind Target: https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20220920003
Nova Scotia’s climate change plan: https://climatechange.novascotia.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/ns-climate-change-plan.pdf
Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act:
https://nslegislature.ca/sites/default/files/legc/statutes/environmental%20goals%20and%20climate%20change%20reduction.pdf
Richmond County and St. Peter's Village Commission Hold First Ever Joint Public Meeting
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PRESS RELEASE - November 14, 2023
For Immediate Release
Richmond County and St. Peter’s Village Commission Hold First Ever Joint Public Meeting
Arichat, NS – Early November marked a first for the Municipality of the County of Richmond and the Village of St. Peter’s with an official Joint Meeting between the two levels of government on November 2nd at Council Chambers in Arichat; the first time the two levels of government have formally met in public session.
The Village of St. Peter’s is a recognized municipal unit with elected Village Commissioners. They operate independently of the County and provide a variety of municipal services to residents within the Village area. Historically, the relationship between the Village and the County has been primarily limited to taxation collections and special projects.
“Building stronger relationships with other local governments is a priority for Municipal Council,” noted Warden Amanda Mombourquette. This work is part of the County’s larger effort to lead and engage stakeholders according to their Strategic Plan which was refreshed through community consultation last year.
The agenda included mutually agreed upon items related to special projects, capital projects, the Canada Community Building Fund, and asset management. All parties agreed that the discussion was productive and should be continued regularly in this public format.
“The Village of St. Peter’s is Richmond County’s most densely populated commercial, service, and retail centre,” explained Commissioner Esther MacDonnell, Chair of the Commission. “Residents from all areas of the County rely on us for everything from medical services to banking to groceries, she explained. Warden Mombourquette agreed, “It’s in the best interest of all residents that both levels of government plan for and invest in continuous improvement of the Village core area.”
The joint meeting was a first for the Municipal Council and the Village Commission in an effort to increase understanding and awareness of the opportunities and challenges faced by both parties. The agenda and draft minutes can be found at https://www.richmondcounty.ca and https://villageofstpeters.ca.
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Amanda Mobourquette Warden, Municipality of the County of Richmond 902-631-0690 |
Meghan Hayter Clerk, St. Peter’s Village Commission 902-535-2155 |
Left to right: Meghan Hayter, Village Clerk, Shelley David Municipal Clerk/Communications Officer, Warden Amanda Mombourquette, Pam Martell, Village Commissioner, Deputy Warden Shawn Samson, Esther MacDonnell, Chair of the Commission, Councillor Michael Diggdon, Donnie Mariner, Village Commissioner.
Photo Credit: Troy MacCulloch, CAO