Rural Properties
Well Flows Higher In Spring
In a recent video on using the Ontario Well Records Map, I cautioned that a good flow test on a well done during the spring melt in March wouldn’t necessarily mean a good flow rate […]
Local Knowledge
Rural Properties
Find A Good Well
If you’re considering a rural property in Prince Edward County, water is important. Here’s how to find a good well using the Ontario Well Records Map. […]
Condos
Two New Condos
Condos came relatively late to Prince Edward County, with the first development in 1981. Since then, the supply has grown very slowly, with an average of 5 new residences added each year. Now, after nearly […]
Rural Properties
Cisterns For Water Storage
Before I moved to Prince Edward County and got involved with real estate, I thought a cistern was something vaguely unseemly. In reality, a cistern is merely a tank that’s used to store water. In […]
Condos
Prince Edward County Condos
Although they are a popular housing option in urban areas, Prince Edward County condos are in limited supply. […]
Rules & Regulations
Severances Conditional On A Well?
The Prince Edward County Official Plan makes severances conditional on a well with 3 gallons per minute minimum. Is this an obsolete requirement? […]
Rural Properties
Special Issues Buying Rural Property
Many people come to the County because they want to enjoy the rural lifestyle but there are some special issues buying rural property. This article provides a checklist for many of the special issues buying […]
General
Family Doctors in Prince Edward County
Even though there is an acute physician shortage in many rural Ontario communities, you can get a family doctor in Prince Edward County. In case you’re wondering, you can get a family doctor in the […]
General
Internet in Prince Edward County
High speed internet covers most of the County, but the speed depends on the location. You should confirm there’s good service before making an offer. […]
Rentals
Prince Edward County Will Regulate Short Term Rentals
As the result of a municipal council decision on October 9th, Prince Edward County will regulate short term rentals like Airbnb’s. The regulations will grandfather existing rentals, but freeze the number of rentals in popular […]