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Coastal Home Buyers Checklist

Buying coastal property on PEI can involve risks such as erosion, flooding, storm surge, sea-level rise, saltwater intrusion, and extreme weather. This checklist helps buyers ask key questions before purchasing or developing coastal property.

Important

The best way to reduce long-term coastal risk is to keep buildings, wells, septic systems, driveways, and other infrastructure away from areas that may flood or erode.

Buyers should request a Coastal Hazard Assessment (CHA) and seek professional advice before purchasing or developing coastal property. A Coastal Hazard Assessment is a free service that provides information on potential erosion and flood hazards.

Coastal Home Buyers Checklist

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Remember

Coastal properties can change over time and may face increasing risks from erosion, sea-level rise, storm surge, and extreme weather. Before buying, understand the risks, review rules and services, confirm insurance options, and seek professional advice.

The safest long-term approach is to keep development away from areas that may flood or erode.