What is my civic address?
Civic addressing is an important tool for emergency responders to find your place. Emergency vehicle operators look for civic number signs to locate their destinations. Because of that, all dwellings and businesses must have a civic number assigned. You can find your civic number by using the Nova Scotia Civic Address Finder.
How do I get a civic number assigned or changed?
If you applied for a building permit to construct a new building, then a building inspector will assign a new civic number after the first inspection. Vacant lot owners may apply for a new civic address as well, if it meets one of the following conditions listed in subsection 5(2) of the Civic Address By-law. Some of the examples are:
- Lots with occupancy or use (RV sites, cemeteries, tree lots);
- Developed lots (all dwellings and business buildings, including sheds); and
- Public and quasi-public places (ballfields, beaches, trailheads, dry hydrants, parks).
If you wish to apply for or change your civic number, contact our Building Division at
Civic Address Power Connection Form
How can I and where do I buy my civic number signs?
If your property has a civic number assigned, a sign must be posted to make the civic number clearly visible from the road. The Civic Addressing By-law outlines a design standard for posting civic numbers and private road signs.
- MODL Civic Address By-law
- Civic Addressing Fact Sheet
- Civic number sign installation guideline
- List of vendors for civic number and road name signs
