Demand for housing on Prince Edward Island continues to grow, but some in the construction industry say they’re facing major delays in getting projects approved.

Some municipalities and the province are dealing with staffing shortages for permits and approvals, leading to greater delays and backlogs.

Deputy Mayor Alana Jankov, chair of the Charlottetown’s planning department, says they’re down five employees. 

“Definitely the delays are there,” Jankov said. “I can’t say for sure the exact timelines but if you are looking … to put shovels in the ground, you should be applying a year out right now. There is some frustration but people understand the city’s growing.”

The province says there’s also a shortage of provincial building inspectors, who make sure projects meet national building code.

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