How important is it to be close to work, facilities and amenities? many people are more comfortable being close to hospitals, schools, drugstores, grocery stores, etc.
Land and houses are cheaper in the country, but travel costs can be very expensive
Services - for example: houses in town have sidewalks, streets are repaired faster and in better condition than country roads, streets are plowed quicker, etc…
Higher property taxes in town – because of more services
Water & Sewer services-While you have to pay about $1 per day for municipal water and sewer services in town, you don’t have to worry about the costs and repairs of having your own well and septic in the country. Some smaller communities have septic services but no water.
Re-sale value and time to sell - In general, houses in communities sell faster and for a higher price than country homes
A common easement is from NB Power. It is written into the deed that NB Power can have power lines or an anchor on your property. It is transferrable to all future owners.
A dusk to dawn light is a large bright light (usually mounted on an NB power pole) that automatically comes on at night and turns off in the morning. It provides light at night if you don't have street lights. The light can be rented from NB power for about $13/month or purchased. You pay for the power it consumes as well.