Another tool for property owners to make an informed decision before settling along the coast.

The province says starting July 1, you will have the option to request that sellers reveal on disclosure forms if the property has been affected by coastal flooding or erosion, general flooding or drainage issues.

The move, made by the Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission, follows a commitment by the government to work with them to increase awareness about potential hazardous that come with owning a property on the coast.

Environment Minister Timothy Halman says this is an “all-hands-on-deck approach to adapting to global climate change” to make sure communities and homes are safe and sustainable.

The province says the changes also help buyers make informed decisions, providing them with as much information as possible about a property.

Other changes made over the past year by Nova Scotia to help property owners include:

– a coastal hazard assessment report that gives customized information on potential coastal flooding and erosion risks
– a guide on how to use trees, plants and other natural techniques to protect properties from erosion, rising sea levels and flooding
– the coastal hazard mapping tool which shows possible coastal flooding and erosion impacts
– a checklist and education video for real estate agents to use to help their clients make informed decisions about buying coastal property, developed in partnership with the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS
– a navigator service to help coastal property owners understand potential risks and hazards on their property and what they can do to mitigate them.