Buying land in an agricultural zone
Incorporate your Marieville business from $999, fees included. Understanding agricultural zoning before buying land. Reviewed by Quebec lawyers.
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Marieville: an agricultural economy with related activities
Marieville sits at the heart of one of Quebec's most productive farming areas. Around the farms operate agricultural service companies, machinery dealers, processing, transport and construction firms, plus retail serving the local population.
One constraint shapes every siting decision here: agricultural land protection.
You cannot set up wherever you like
Much of the territory sits in a protected agricultural zone. Carrying on a non-agricultural activity there, building commercial premises or subdividing land generally requires authorization from the competent commission, on top of municipal rules.
Those applications take time and are not guaranteed. Many entrepreneurs discover the obstacle after signing an offer to purchase, which leaves them in a difficult position.
The practical rule is simple: before buying, check the zoning, the agricultural designation and permitted uses. And include in your offer a condition tied to obtaining the necessary authorizations. Your corporation should sign that offer, not you personally.
Online incorporation, reviewed by lawyers
Our pricing includes government fees. See our online incorporation guide or start your incorporation.
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Buying in the corporation's name
Signing an offer to purchase in your corporation's name protects your assets if the transaction goes wrong, and clarifies ownership. If the corporation does not yet exist, you can sign for a company to be incorporated, with a ratification clause. Better still, incorporate first.
Provincial or federal for a Marieville business?
For a farming or local service activity, the provincial regime fits perfectly.
Your obligations once incorporated
Annual updating declaration, a current minute book, a separate corporate tax return and resolutions recording major decisions, including acquiring real estate.
Common questions from Marieville entrepreneurs
Can I run a non-agricultural business on my land? It depends on the use, whether it is accessory, and the authorizations obtained. Verify before any investment.
Can a corporation buy farmland? Yes, subject to applicable rules, notably those governing acquisition by non-residents.
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