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Zoning in areas where there are recreational properties differs significantly from zoning in a more established community or city. Most homes in a city are found in subdivisions. There are highly developed city plans, and residences are developed in predictable patterns. Lots are usually based upon subdivision agreements registered on the title of the property. These agreements set out the pattern of the building, confirm water, sewage, and other utilities, and establish the layout of roadways, sidewalks, and parks.

Cottage developments rarely follow a predictable pattern or plan. Cottage properties that border waterfronts have often been subdivided over the course of many years. Development in the area may be sporadic. In many cases, municipal involvement is kept to a minimum and most of the day-to-day concerns are handled by cottage associations.

Some municipalities in cottage country have passed seasonal zoning provisions. This could very well prevent the conversion of a cottage into a year-round recreational property or retirement home. If this is in your plans, be sure to verify the zoning bylaws (or ask your realtor to verify them for you). Plans for expansion or winterization may be futile. Without being able to use the cottage year-round, the cottage’s marketability can be adversely affected.