Thinking of investing in Yarmouth or starting a new business? As the regional economic hub for southwest Nova Scotia, Yarmouth supports significant development activity. We continually reinvent ourselves to attract entrepreneurs, investors and skilled workers. That’s why many entrepreneurs and startups are choosing to grow here.
A place to innovate
Yarmouth has a strong culture of innovation — from lively street events to new technologies and wide community connectivity. Your business can thrive here, right on the edge of the sea.
Our team approach
Our multidisciplinary team brings together planning, engineering, inspection, finance and other services to provide professional advice on:
- building, landscape and site lighting
- urban design and heritage conservation
- storm-water management and grading
- fire route approvals, permits and inspections
- engineering services
- environmental conservation and planning
- land-use planning, design and development
- public engagement and consultation
We give seamless customer service to residents, developers, builders and others involved in planning, design and construction. We aim for a safe, efficient, attractive and environmentally friendly community. We look forward to welcoming you.
Contact for more information
Planning & Heritage: planningadmin@townofyarmouth.ca | Phone: (902) 742‑1505
Building Inspection: buildinginspector@townofyarmouth.ca | Phone: (902) 742‑1505
Development: planningadmin@townofyarmouth.ca | Phone: (902) 742‑1505
Engineering: engineering@townofyarmouth.ca | Phone: (902) 742‑5105
Fire Inspection: fireinspector@townofyarmouth.ca | Phone: (902) 742‑3147
By‑Laws Enforcement: enforcement@townofyarmouth.ca | Phone: (902) 740‑2254
Finance & Taxes: finance@townofyarmouth.ca | Phone: (902) 742‑2521
Business startup
BizPaL is an online service that helps you find the permits and licences you may need when starting or running a business. It’s free and available 24/7.
Community economic profile
The community economic profile helps you understand customers and the local market. It includes information about:
- climate
- demographics
- labour force and employment
- transportation
- clean energy and renewables
- taxes and utilities
- building and development fees
- business support programs and services
- quality of life
- government incentives