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PurposeGrantLicenceLeaseEasementAssignment
Access RoadNot EligibleEligibleNot EligibleEligibleEligible
  • In order to construct an access road in the province, you will need to submit the application as well as the following documentation. Please note that all access roads are public. Along with the applications, you will need:
    • Map of exact route of road to be constructed (PDF preferred)
    • Any existing land ownership documentation, such as:
      • Copy of current land title
      • Bill of sale
      • Deed of conveyance
    • If an access road already exists, provide “as constructed” trail data in the format of GPX/GPS/Shapefile

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Aircraft HangarEligibleEligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleEligible
  • In order to apply to Crown Lands Division the following documents must be provided with the application. In addition, a pilot’s licence is required:
    • A site plan (PDF preferred) that includes:
      • An accurate scale
      • Dimensions of overall lot size
      • Length and width of any proposed access roads
      • Dimensions of individual lots (if applicable)
      • Dimensions of all buildings
      • Distance from buildings to the boundary of land
    • Any existing land ownership documentation, such as:
      • Copy of current land title
      • Bill of sale
      • Deed of conveyance
      • Deed of conveyance
  • There may be additional items requested by officials upon submitting the application, depending on the circumstances.

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Boathouse / Wharf / SlipwayNot EligibleEligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleEligible

In order to apply to Crown Lands Division for a boathouse/wharf/slipway (also referred to a “section 7”), the following documentation must be submitted:

There may be additional items requested by officials upon submitting the application, depending on the circumstances.

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CottageEligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleNot Eligible

In order to apply for a cottage to the Crown Lands Division, the following documents must be provided with the application. Please note that a Grant for a Cottage requires a survey and shall have a minimum lot size of 0.186 hectares or a maximum lot size of 0.3 hectares.

  • Map of exact location requested (PDF preferred)

The following items are required after the application is submitted:

  • Applicants are responsible for arranging a land survey at their own expense within 12 months of application approval. Crown lands only accepts surveys from registered members of the Association of Newfoundland Land Surveyors.
  • Applications for unserviced lots require details of regarding the on-site water supply and sewage disposal facilities, and they must be prepared by an approved designer at the applicant’s expense and provided within 12 months of application approval.
  • Applications for cottages will not accepted within Community Infill Limits. Furthermore, applications will only be accepted where appropriate zoning exists (municipal or provincial)

Note: Public Draws are also held for cottage lots.

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Cottage (Remote)EligibleEligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleEligible

A remote cottage is a cottage that is not accessible by road. Remote cottage licences are only available to permanent residents of Newfoundland and Labrador. A Licence to Occupy for a Remote Cottage does not require a survey and therefore the title does not specify an area as the title is simply means to occupy the lands. A Grant for a Remote Cottage requires a survey and shall have a minimum lot size of 0.186 hectares or a maximum lot size of 0.3 hectares. However, a cottage must be no closer than 45 metres to the nearest cottage and 30 metres from the nearest waterbody, stream or river.

In order to apply to the Crown Lands Division for a remote cottage licence, the following documents must be provided with the application:

  • Map of exact location requested (PDF preferred)

Items required after application is submitted:

  • For a remote cottage grant, the applicant is responsible for arranging a survey of the land at his or her expense within 12 months if the application is approved. Surveys are only be accepted from registered members of the Association of Newfoundland Land Surveyors.
  • For unserviced lots, the applicant must supply details of the onsite water supply and sewage disposal facilities prepared by an Approved Designer. This must be provided at the applicant’s expense within 12 months of the date of approval of the application.
  • Applications for cottages will not accepted within Community Infill Limits. Furthermore, applications will only be accepted where appropriate zoning exists (municipal or provincial)

Note: Public Draws are also held for cottage lots.

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Home GardenNot EligibleEligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleEligible

In order to apply to the Crown Lands Division for a personal hobby farm or home gardening licence, the following must be completed and submitted with the Crown Lands application to one of the Land Management Offices:

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Long Term Possession (Squatter's Rights)EligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleNot Eligible

In order to apply to the Crown Lands Division for land eligible for Long Term Possession (Squatter’s Rights); this is land that has been inhabited from 1957 onwards.

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Residential UseEligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleNot Eligible
  • Documents that must be provided with the application:
    • Map of exact location being requested (PDF preferred)
  • Items required after application is submitted:
    • Applicants are responsible for arranging a land survey at their own expense within 12 months of application approval. Crown lands only accepts surveys from registered members of the Association of Newfoundland Land Surveyors.
    • Applications for unserviced lots must include details of on-site water supply and sewage disposal facilities, prepared by an approved designer at the applicant’s expense and provided within 12 months of application approval.
  • Other important information:
    • Lot size options:
      • Unserviced – 1,860 square meters (30 meters frontage)
      • One service (water or sewer) – 1,400 square meters (23 meters frontage)
      • Serviced – 650 square meters (20 meters frontage)
    • Applications for Crown lands must be fully fronting on a publicly maintained road.
    • Applications for residences can only be accepted within Community Infill Limits or within designated areas of a Municipal Plan or Protected Road Zoning Plan.

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Sawmill (Domestic)Not EligibleEligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleEligible

Prior to submitting an application for Crown Lands, for the establishment of a domestic sawmill operation, a domestic sawmill licence is required before making application. To obtain a licence:

  • Contact a local Forestry District Office to request a letter of support issued by the local Forestry district office indicating no forestry conflict has been identified for the proposed site location.

Once the letter of support has been granted by the local Forestry District Office, the following document must be provided with the application to Crown Lands Division:

  • Copy of sawmill licence

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Sewer LineNot EligibleNot EligibleNot EligibleEligibleEligible

In order to apply for land for a sewer line, the following documents must be provided with the application:

  • A map of the exact route of sewer line to be constructed
  • Documentation of any existing land ownership, such as a:
    • Copy of current land title
    • Bill of sale
    • Deed of conveyance

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TrailNot EligibleEligibleNot EligibleEligibleNot Eligible

The following must be provided with the application. :

  • Map of exact route of trail to be constructed (PDF preferred)
  • If the trail already exists, Crown lands require “as constructed” trail data. This should be provided in the format of GPX/GPS/Shapefile.

Other important information:

  • Please note that applications for parking lots and rest-stops/look-offs must be submitted separately from the trail application described above.

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Well and/or WaterlineNot EligibleEligibleNot EligibleEligibleEligible

In order to apply for land for well and/or waterline, the following documents must be provided with the application to Crown Lands Division:

  • Map of exact route of waterline to be constructed (PDF preferred)
  • Any existing land ownership documentation, such as:
  • Copy of current land title
  • Bill of sale
  • Deed of conveyance

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Note: If your project is within 15 metres of a lake, pond, seashore or foreshore, or along a river, you will also be required to complete and submit a Notice of Intent.

Applications for Crown lands within the Wind Energy Land Reserve area are limited only to those that are required on an urgent basis and for the public good at this time.  Information regarding the Call for Bids for Wind Development Projects can be found on the Department of Industry, Energy and Technology’s website.

  1. I want to pay my annual invoice

    To pay annual invoices:

  2. I want to sell or transfer (assign) my land

    • Granted lands (i.e. privately owned) cannot be transferred through the Crown Lands Division, however, may be transferred through the Registry of Deeds or call 729-729-3302.
    • Crown lands
      • Completed Application for Consent and Notice of Assignment of Lease/Licence, confirmation of payment and supporting documents must be submitted to Crown Lands Headquarters:Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture Building
        192 Wheeler’s Road
        P.O. Box 2006
        Corner Brook, NL
        A2H 6J8Tel: 1-833-891-3249
      • To transfer/assign a lease/licence from one individual to another, the Application for Consent and Notice of Assignment of Lease/Licence form (listed above) must be fully completed by the seller(s) and the purchaser(s). An assignment application fee of $200.00 that can be paid through the Central Cashiers Office at (709) 729-3042 is required, and all lease/licence rental fees must be paid up to date. Application receipt must be attached with the submission.
      • IMPORTANT TO NOTE: No financial transactions between parties should occur until application is approved and transfer completed.

  3. How can I apply for additional land where I am located?

    • The application and general information regarding the process of applying for Crown lands is available here: Applying for Crown lands
    • Along with the application, you must include a map of the exact location that is being requested (PDF preferred).
    • After the application is submitted you must arrange a land survey at your own expense within 12 months of application approval. Please note that:
      • Applications for unserviced lots must include details of on-site water supply and sewage disposal facilities. These details must be prepared by an approved designer at your expense and provided to Crown Lands Division within 12 months of the approval of your application.
      • Crown Lands Division only accepts surveys from registered members of the Association of Newfoundland Land Surveyors.

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  4. How can I renew my crown title?

  5. How can I cancel my crown title?

    • Should you wish to cancel your Crown title, please send your written request to crownlandsinfo@gov.nl.ca. Note that the formal written request to cancel must be submitted by the title owner(s).
    • You must include the following information with the request:
      • Title number
      • Location of land requesting cancellation
      • Title holder name and information

  6. How can I change the use of my crown lands grant/lease/licence to occupy?

    • In order to change the use of your Crown lands grant, lease, or licence to occupy, your should follow the process outlined here: Applying for Crown lands.
    • You must include the following documents with the application:
      • A map of the exact location requested (PDF preferred)
      • A detailed explanation of the requested change
    • After the application is submitted you must arrange a land survey at your own expense within 12 months of application approval. Please note that:
      • Applications for unserviced lots must include details of on-site water supply and sewage disposal facilities. These details must be prepared by an approved designer at your expense and provided to Crown Lands Division within 12 months of the approval of your application.
      • Crown Lands Division only accepts surveys from registered members of the Association of Newfoundland Land Surveyors.

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  7. How can I purchase my crown lands licence to occupy?

    • If you wish to purchase Crown lands that you are currently leasing/renting, you must follow the full application process here Applying for Crown lands.
    • Your application must include:
      • Map of exact location being requested (PDF preferred)
      • Existing title number
    • After the application is submitted you must arrange a land survey at your own expense within 12 months of the application being approved. Please note that:
      • Applications for unserviced lots must include details of on-site water supply and sewage disposal facilities. These details must be prepared by an approved designer at your expense and provided to Crown Lands Division within 12 months of the approval of your application.
      • Crown Lands Division only accepts surveys from registered members of the Association of Newfoundland Land Surveyors.

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  8. How can I change my address on my account at Crown lands?

    To change your address on your account with the Crown Lands Division, send your written request to crownlandsinfo@gov.nl.ca with the following information:

    • Title number
    • Location of land
    • Title holder name
    • Old address information
    • New address information

    Address updates should still be completed through Crown lands office regardless of updated with other Departments such as Motor Registration or CADO.

  9. Where do I see mapping of the Province?

    The Provincial Government makes the Provincial Land Use Atlas (LUA) available on its website.  The Land Use Atlas is a collection of digital land use data displaying administrative boundaries, proposed and/or approved developments, and layers associated with land use policies, regulations, and legislation.

    The Atlas was originally created as a tool to process Crown lands applications and an aide in resource planning to identify potential land use conflict. Included is: topographic base-mapping, aerial photography, imagery, Crown Lands titles/applications, municipal plans and land use/land use restriction data.

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  10. How can I get aerial photography?

    The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture’s Aerial Photography program collects, processes and distributes aerial photography of Newfoundland and Labrador. The GIS and Mapping Division is the custodian of air photo film and photos that date back to the 1930s. More than 500,000 photos of the province have been taken from aircraft since then.

    To obtain aerial photography, please visit GIS and Mapping NL : Aerial Photography (arcgis.com).

  11. How can I get a topo map?

    Topographic maps are made available free of charge by the Provincial Government. Topographic mapping can be now downloaded as a pdf file here:

    For issues or inquiries relating to the Topographic Map Application, contact the GIS and Mapping Division by emailing GMD@gov.nl.ca.