The Town of Annapolis Royal has created checklists of what you are responsible for when you are buying, selling or renting property in Town.

BUYING PROPERTY

You are responsible for the following when purchasing property in the Town of Annapolis Royal:

  • Property taxes: Your lawyer must request a tax certificate to determing any liens against the property. The cost of a tax certificate is $30.00
  • Water Services: You must apply and submit a Water Service Contract to setup a new water account with the Town.
  • Zoning & Permits: Review the Land Use By-laws to confirm your intended use (residential, commerial or renovations) is permitted.
SELLING PROPERTY

You are responsible for the following when selling property in the Town of Annapolis Royal

  • Closing Date: Advise the Town of Annapolis Royal of the closing date
  • Property Taxes: Ensure all current property taxes are paid in full
  • Water Reading: Contact the Town of Annapolis Royal to schedule a final water reading
  • Forwarding Address: Provide a forwarding address to the Town of Annapolis Royal for final invoices
RENTING PROPERTY

MOVING IN

If you are a tenant moving into a property within the Town of Annapolis Royal, your landlord must:

  • Water Services: Submit a Water Service Contract to setup a new water account with the Town.
  • Moving Date: Advise the Town of the move-in date

MOVING OUT

If you are tenant moving out of a property within the Town of Annapolis Royal, you (or your landlord) must:

  • Moving Date: Advise the Town of the move out date
  • Forwarding Address: Provide a forwarding address to the Town of Annapolis Royal for the final water bill