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11 | LAND USE DISTRICTS
11.1 | ESTABLISHMENT OF LAND USE DISTRICTS
1. For the purposes of this Bylaw, Athabasca County is divided into the following districts:
TABLE 12 : LAND USE DISTRICTS
DISTRICT NAME
LABEL
Agriculture District
A
Crown Land District
CL
Special Recreation District
SR
Country Residential District
CR1
Country Residential Estate District
CR2
Country Residential Lake District
CR3
Country Residential Cluster District
CR4
Manufactured Home Park Community District
MHPC
Hamlet Residential District
HR
Hamlet Commercial District
C1
General Commercial District
C2
Highway Business District
C3
Recreational Commercial District
C4
Campground Commercial District
C5
Light Industrial District
M1
Heavy Industrial District
M2
Spruce Valley Heavy Industrial District
M3
Spruce Valley Transitional Industrial District
M4
Urban Reserve District
UR
Direct Control District
DC
2.
The Land Use District Maps in this Land Use Bylaw divides the County into districts.
3.
The General Development Regulations (Part 9) and Specific Use Regulations (Part 10) shall apply to development within
all districts.
11.2 | ESTABLISHMENT OF BOUNDARIES
1.
The boundaries of the Land Use District Maps or any Overlay shall be interpreted as follows:
a.
where a boundary is shown as following a street, lane, or watercourse, it shall be deemed to follow the centre
line thereof;
b.
where a boundary is shown as approximately following a lot line, it shall be deemed to follow the lot line;
c.
in circumstances not covered by (a) or (b) above, the location of the district boundary shall be determined by
the Development Authority by measurement of, and use of the scale shown on the Land Use District Maps.
2.
Where the application of the rules outlined in Subsection 11.2.1, does not determine the exact location of the boundary
of a district, or there is a dispute regarding the exact boundary of the district, then Council may determine the boundary,
either:
a.
on its motion; or
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b. upon written application being made to it by any person requesting the determination of the exact location of
the boundary in question.
3. After Council has fixed a district boundary pursuant to the provisions of Subsection 11.2.2, the boundary shall not be
altered, except by an application to amend this Bylaw.
4. The Development Authority shall maintain a list of its decisions with respect to boundaries or portions thereof fixed by
it.
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11.3 | AGRICULTURE (A) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of Agricultural (A) District is to encourage the preservation of the County's agricultural land and to support
viable and prosperous farming operations while allowing for limited and appropriate residential development, natural resource
extraction and agricultural-related commercial uses.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Abattoirs
Agriculture, Intensive
Agricultural Product Processing
Agroforestry
Agri-Tourism
Child Care Facilities
Airport
Day Homes
Animal Breeding and Boarding Facilities
Dwellings, Duplex
Animal Shelters
Dwellings, Single Detached
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Dwellings, Manufactured Home
Boarding Houses
Home Businesses, Major
Cemeteries
Home Businesses, Minor
Communal Dwellings
Institutional Uses
Compost Facilities (Class I and II)
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Confined Feeding Operations
Public Utility Buildings
Country Inns
Sea Cans
Family Care Facilities
Suites (Garage, Guest House, In-law, Secondary, Security)
Funeral Homes
Tree Farms
Group Care Facilities
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Guest Ranches
Industrial Uses, Rural
Livestock Sales Yards
Natural Resource Extraction and Processing
Pet Service Facilities
Private Clubs
Recreational Vehicle Storage Facilities
Recycling Facilities
Signs
Solar Farms
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Transfer Stations
Trucking and Cartage Establishments
Veterinary Clinics
Veterinary Hospitals
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Large
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
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3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
,
AGRICULTURAL USES
The minimum agricultural parcel size shall be 30.4 ha (75.0 acres) with the
following exceptions:
a. where parcels have been fragmented by natural or constructed
barriers;
b. where a prior subdivision has resulted in a parcel of less than 30.4 ha
(75.0 acres);
c. where the original quarter section is less than 64.7 ha (160.0 acres),
in which case the minimum parcel size shall not be less than forty-
five percent (45%) of the area of the quarter section; or
d. in association with a related development approval or development
application for intensive agriculture uses.
2.
M INIMUM LOT AREA, OTHER
USES
0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of developable area
3.
MAXIMUM LOT AREA
RESIDENTIAL USES
1. The maximum size of a country residential use parcel in the
Agriculture Policy Area shall be 1.2 hectares (3.0 acres), unless the
applicant provides a real property report or building site certificate,
prepared by a registered Alberta Land Surveyor, which demonstrates to
the satisfaction of the Subdivision Authority that a larger parcel:
a. is necessary to accommodate existing improvements such as
farmstead structures, outbuildings ancillary to a farmstead, wells,
private sewage disposal facilities, and/or a driveway; or
b. would consist of land that is marginal due to topographic or other
geographical features, such as treed areas and waterbodies or
wetlands.
2. If sufficient evidence is provided to justify increasing the parcel area, the
Subdivision Authority may, at their sole discretion, approve:
a. within a previously unsubdivided quarter section, a single parcel up
to but not exceeding 12.1 hectares (30.0 acres) in area; or
b. within a quarter section that has been previously subdivided for
agricultural use, up to two (2) parcels not exceeding 8.1 hectares
(20.0 acres) in combined total area from one agricultural use parcel
with a maximum area of 4.0 hectares (10.0 acres) from the other
agricultural use parcel.
3. Notwithstanding Subsection (2)(a), within a quarter section that has
been previously subdivided for country residential use, the maximum
parcel area for a residential use parcel shall be limited by the extent of
the previously approved residential subdivisions within the quarter
section .
In no instance shall the maximum combined area of residential use
parcels be allowed to exceed 12.1 hectares (30.0 acres) in total area per
quarter section.
4.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
Single family dwellings: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
Manufactured home units: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2).
5.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
50.0 m (164.0 ft)
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6.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /
CORNER
10.0 m (32.8 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
REAR
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
7.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwelling unit: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
8.
MAXIMUM DWELLING DENSITY
As required in Section 9.7
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.4 | CROWN LAND (CL) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of Crown Land (CL) District is to establish a land use district that applies to all crown and publically controlled
lands in Athabasca County.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Agriculture, Industrial
Bunkhouses
Agriculture, Intensive
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Agricultural Product Processing
Public Utility Buildings
Agri-Tourism
Sea Cans
Agriculture, Industrial
Seasonal Dwellings
Agriculture, Intensive
Tree Farms
Agricultural Product Processing
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Airports
Gun Ranges
Industrial Uses, Rural
Landfills
Natural Resource Extraction and Processing
Recycling Facilities
Suites (Security)
Solar Farms
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Transfer Stations
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Large
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Work Camps
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MAXIMUM DWELLING
DENSITY
At the discretion of the Development Authority
2.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
For principal buildings: at the discretion of the Development Authority
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.5 | SPECIAL RECREATION (SR) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of Special Recreation (SR) District is to direct and control public serving recreation development near major
and less developed lakes (in accordance with policy direction established in the Major and Less Developed Lake Area Overlays
in the Athabasca County Municipal Development Plan), as well as certain watercourses.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Agriculture, Intensive
Dwellings, Manufactured Home
Agri-Tourism
Dwellings, Single Detached
Amusement Establishments, Indoor and Outdoor
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Public Utility Buildings
Campgrounds Deleted - Bylaw 004-2021 passed March 9, 2021
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Cemeteries
Child Care Facilities
Country Inns
Day Homes
Family Care Facilities
Group Care Facilities
Guest Ranches
Home Businesses, Major
Home Businesses, Minor
Institutional Uses
Private Clubs
Recreational Facility, Indoor
Recreational Facility, Outdoor
Recreational Vehicle Storage Facilities
Sea Cans
Signs
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Garage, Guest House, In-law, Secondary, and Security)
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
,
AGRICULTURAL USES
The minimum agricultural parcel size shall be 30.4 ha (75.0 acres) with the following
exceptions:
a. where parcels have been fragmented by natural or constructed barriers;
b. where a prior subdivision has resulted in a parcel of less than 30.4 ha (75.0
acres);
c. where the original quarter section is less than 64.7 ha (160.0 acres), in which
case the minimum parcel shall not be less than forty-five percent (45%) of
the area of the quarter section; or
d. in association with a related development approval or development
application for intensive agriculture uses.
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2.
MINIMUM LOT AREA,
OTHER USES
a. residential uses - 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of developable area; and
b. other uses - 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of developable area;
3.
MAXIMUM LOT AREA
RESIDENTIAL USES
1. The maximum size of a country residential use parcel shall be 1.2 ha (3.0 acres),
unless the applicant provides a real property report or building site certificate,
prepared by a registered Alberta Land Surveyor, which demonstrates to the
satisfaction of the Subdivision Authority that a larger parcel:
a. is necessary to accommodate existing improvements such as a farmstead
structures, outbuildings ancillary to a farmstead, wells, private sewage
disposal facilities, and/or a driveway; or
b. would consist of land that is marginal due to topographic or other
geographical features, such as treed areas and waterbodies or wetlands.
2. If sufficient evidence is provided to justify increasing the parcel area, the
Subdivision Authority may, at their sole discretion, approve:
a. within a previously unsubdivided quarter section, a single parcel up to but
not exceeding 12.1 ha (30.0 acres) in area; or
b. within a quarter section that has been previously subdivided for agricultural
use, up to two (2) parcels not exceeding 8.1 ha (20.0 acres) in combined total
area from one agricultural use parcel with a maximum area of 4.0 ha (10.0
acres) from the other agricultural use parcel.
3. Notwithstanding Subsection (2)(a), within a quarter section that has been
previously subdivided for country residential use, the maximum parcel area for a
residential use parcel shall be limited by the extent of the previously approved
country residential subdivisions within the quarter section.
In no instance shall the maximum combined area of residential use parcels be
allowed to exceed 12.1 ha (30.0 acres) in total area per quarter section.
4.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
55.7 sq. m (600.0 sq. ft.)
5.
MINIMUM
YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /
CORNER
10.0 m (32.8 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
REAR
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
6.
MAXIMUM BUILDING
HEIGHT
Dwelling unit: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
7.
MAXIMUM DWELLING
DENSITY
As required in Section 9.7.
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.6 | COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL (CR1) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Country Residential (CR1) District is to provide for specific areas where multi-lot country residential
development may take place within the County.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Day Homes
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Dwellings, Duplex
Boarding Houses
Dwellings, Single Detached
Dwellings, Manufactured Home
Home Businesses, Minor
Family Care Facilities
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Home Businesses, Major
Public Utility Buildings
Sea Cans
Suites (In-law and Secondary)
Signs
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Garage and Guesthouse)
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
LOT AREA
Minimum: In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land
which, in the opinion of the Development Authority, is developable.
In the case of a subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which,
in the opinion of the Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
Maximum: 4.04 ha(10.0 ac)
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
40.0 m (131.0 ft)
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
50.0 m (164.0 ft)
4.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
7.5 m (24.6 ft) from an Internal Local Road; or
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
2.5 m (8.2 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.5 ft)
5.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
Single family dwellings: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
Manufactured home units: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
6.
MAXIMUM BUILDING
HEIGHT
Dwelling units: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 7.3 m (24.0 ft)
7.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
8.
MINIMUM SETBACK FROM LAKES
,
RIVERS, STREAMS
No development other than accessory boathouses, docks, swimming
facilities, patios, decks, and similar developments shall occur within
30.0 m (98.4 ft) of the shoreline of any lake, river, or stream.
Notwithstanding the above, the Development Authority may consider
a request to vary the minimum setback in the following situations:
-
where the lot is an existing substandard (undersized) lot and
application of the setback would result in no building pocket
on the lot; or
-
where topographic conditions on the site would prevent
development from occurring in a suitable location.
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4. ADDITIONAL REGU LATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.7 | COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL ESTATE (CR2) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Country Residential Estate (CR2) District is to provide the opportunity for large lot country residential
development that compliments the County's rural lifestyle in appropriate locations.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Day Homes
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Dwellings, Single Detached
Home Businesses, Minor
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Public Utility Buildings
Suites (Garage, Guesthouse)
Suites (In-law, Secondary)
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
LOT AREA
Minimum: In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land
which, in the opinion of the Development Authority, is developable. In the
case of a subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the
opinion of the Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
Maximum: 4.0 ha (10.0 ac)
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
50.0 m (164.0 ft)
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
50.0 m (164.0 ft)
4.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
7.5 m (24.6 ft) from an Internal Local Road; or
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
5.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
111.5 m2 (1,200.0 ft2)
6.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwelling units: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 7.3 m (24.0 ft)
7.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
8.
MINIMUM SETBACK FROM LAKES
,
RIVERS, STREAMS
No development other than accessory boathouses, docks, swimming
facilities, patios, decks, and similar developments shall occur within 30.0
m (98.4 ft) of the shoreline of any lake, river, or stream.
Notwithstanding the above, the Development Authority may consider a
request to vary the minimum setback in the following situations:
-
where the lot is an existing substandard (undersized) lot and
application of the setback would result in no building pocket on
the lot; or
-
where topographic conditions on the site would prevent
development from occurring in a suitable location.
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Restrictive Covenants with architectural controls may be made a condition of subdivision approval at the time of
subdivision for lots created within the CR2 District.
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2.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
3.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.8 | COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL LAKE (CR 3) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Country Residential Lake (CR3) District is to provide the opportunity for residential development
near the County's lakes.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Day Homes
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Dwellings, Single Detached
Dwellings, Duplexes
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Dwellings, Manufactured Home
Public Utility Buildings
Home Businesses, Minor
Suites (In-law and Secondary)
Sea Cans
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Garage and Guesthouse)
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
LOT AREA
Minimum: Lake Front Lot: 0.2 ha (0.5 ac) including a minimum
developable area of 0.1 ha (0.25 ac).
Minimum: Back Lot: 0.4 ha (1.0 ac) including a minimum developable area
of 0.2 ha (0.5 ac).
Maximum: 1.2 ha (3.0 ac)
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
50.0 m (164.0 ft)
4.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT / CORNER
7.5 m (24.6 ft) from an Internal Local Road; or
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
2.5 m (8.2 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
5.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwelling units: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 5.5 m (18.0 ft)
6.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
7.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
Single family dwellings: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
Manufactured home units: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
8.
MINIMUM SETBACK FROM LAKES
,
RIVERS, STREAMS
No development other than accessory boathouses, docks, swimming
facilities, patios, decks, and similar developments shall occur within 30.0
m (98.4 ft) of the shoreline of any lake, river, or stream.
Notwithstanding the above, the Development Authority may consider a
request to vary the minimum setback in the following situations:
-
where the lot is an existing substandard (undersized) lot and
application of the setback would result in no building pocket on
the lot; or
-
where topographic conditions on the site would prevent
development from occurring in a suitable location.
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4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
A development permit will be required for the clearing of vegetation or the regrading of a lot within the CR3 District.
2.
Lot clearing within the CR3 District shall be limited to fifty percent (50%) of a lot.
3.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
4.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.9 | COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL CLUSTER (CR4) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Cluster Residential (CR4) District is to allow for the development of country residential subdivisions
that feature smaller lots and which are designed to encourage the preservation of environmentally significant areas, historic
sites, agricultural land or other natural features within the development. A CR4 subdivision requires municipal or communal
water and sewer servicing.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Day Homes
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Dwellings, Single Detached
Dwellings, Duplexes
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Dwellings, Manufactured Home
Public Utility Buildings
Home Businesses, Minor
Suites (In-law and Secondary)
Sea Cans
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Garage and Guesthouse)
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
LOT AREA
Minimum: 0.2 ha (0.5 ac) including a minimum developable area of 0.1 ha
(0.25 ac).
Maximum: 0.5 ha (1.3 ac)
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
22.0 m (72.2 ft)
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
4.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
7.5 m (24.6 ft) from an Internal Local Road; or
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
2.5 m (8.2 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
5.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwelling units: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 7.3 m (24.0 ft)
6.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
Single family dwellings: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
Manufactured home units: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
7.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
4. DENSITY REGULATIONS
1.
Where an ASP or Outline plan is required to facilitate a redistricting application to the CRR District or subdivision within
the district the land use concept in the ASP or Outline plan shall include a biophysical assessment. Maximum density
within the plan area will determined based on the findings of biophysical assessment which will identify:
a. primary conservation areas, such as waterbodies, wetlands and steep slopes;
b. secondary conservation areas, such as treed areas and prime agricultural areas; and
c. areas not within these conservation areas are deemed to be potential development areas.
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5. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
A development permit will be required for the clearing of vegetation or the regrading of a lot within the CR4 District.
2.
Lot clearing within the CR4 District shall be limited to fifty percent (50%) of a lot.
3.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
4.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.10 | MANUFACTURED HOME PARK COMMUNITY (MHPC) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Manufactured Home Park Community (MHPC) District is to provide opportunities for the orderly
development of manufactured home communities designed for year-round occupancy. A manufactured home park community
is an area divided into stalls through subdivision by registration of a bareland condominium plan of a parcel into lots that are
managed as a bareland condominium, or registration of a plan of subdivision (for individual ownership or lease).
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Day Homes
Dwellings, Duplex
Dwellings, Manufactured Home
Home Businesses, Minor
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Sea Cans
Public Utility Buildings
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Suites (In-law)
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
LOT AREA
Minimum: 0.2 ha (0.5 ac)
Maximum: 0.5 ha (1.3 ac)
2.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
7.5 m (24.6 ft) from an Internal Local Road; or
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
2.5 m (8.2 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
3.
MAXIMUM DWELLING DENSITY
Maximum 20 Dwelling Units per ha (8 per ac)
4. SITE SPECIFIC REGULATIONS FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES
1.
Manufactured Home Stalls shall adhere to the following regulations:
1.
MINIMUM STALL AREA
450.0 m2 (4,844.0 ft2)
2.
MINIMUM STALL WIDTH
15.0 m (49.0 ft)
3.
MINIMUM STALL DEPTH
30.0 m (98.0 ft)
2.
The following development regulations shall apply to manufactured home stalls:
1.
MINIMUM FRONT YARD SETBACK
3.0 m (10.0 ft)
2.
MINIMUM REAR YARD SETBACK
3.0 m (10.0 ft)
3.
MINIMUM SIDE YARD SETBACK
1.5 m (5.0 ft)
4.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwelling units: 5.5 m (18.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 5.5 m (18.0 ft)
5.
MAXIMUM DWELLING DENSITY
One (1) Dwelling Unit per stall
6.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
Manufactured home units: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
Duplex dwellings: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
7.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%), of which a maximum twenty percent (20%) may be
for Accessory Buildings
8.
MINIMUM PARKING
Two (2) parking spaces per stall
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5. SITE DESIGN
1.
Each stall shall front onto an Internal Local Road. Direct access from a stall onto a highway or grid road is not permitted.
2.
All Internal Local Roads shall have a minimum right-of-way of 9.1 m (30.0 ft) with minimum drive aisle of 4.6 m (15.0 ft).
3.
All Internal Local Roads shall be hard surfaced, well drained and maintained to the satisfaction of the development
authority.
4.
In addition to the parking spaces provided in each stall, the development shall provide 0.2 visitor parking spaces per
stall.
5.
In addition to the regulations above, each manufactured home unit shall be separated from every other unit by at least
5.8 m (19.0 ft) side-to-side and 7.6 m (25.0 ft) front or rear.
6.
Each stall shall be clearly marked off by means of stakes, countersunk steel posts, fences, curbs or hedges.
6. UTILITIES
1.
Manufactured home parks shall be connected to municipal or communal services.
2.
Street lighting and other utilities shall be to the same standard as that in a conventional residential neighbourhood.
7. AMENITY AREA
1.
A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the total site area shall be developed as common amenity area. This amenity area
may not include roadway but may include land required for common amenity building. The siting of the amenity areas
should consider on-site vehicular circulation, pedestrian circulation and accessibility to residents in the community.
2.
A recreational equipment storage facility may be required for recreational vehicles and other equipment at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
8. SIGNS
1.
Only one free standing identification sign, designed and constructed to the satisfaction of the development authority,
may be erected at the entrance to the manufactured home community.
2.
Additional signs may be permitted by the development authority to clarify entrance and exit locations.
3.
Directional signs, within the community must be integrated with the design and kept in scale with immediate
surroundings.
9. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
The issuance of a subdivision approval or development permit for a Manufactured Home Park Community will not
relieve the owner or occupant of a manufactured dwelling from the requirement to obtain a development permit prior
to the construction or placement of the manufactured dwelling or any addition to or replacement of same.
2.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
3.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.11 | HAMLET RESIDENTIAL (HR) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Hamlet Residential (HR) District is to allow for a range of residential and compatible uses within the
County's designated hamlets. The aim is to enhance the small town character and quality of life provided by those communities.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Day Homes
Assisted Living Facilities
Dwellings, Duplex
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Dwellings, Single Detached
Boarding Houses
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Dwellings, Apartment
Public Utility Buildings
Dwellings, Fourplex
Suites (In-law and Secondary)
Dwellings, Manufactured Home
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Dwellings, Row Housing
Family Care Facilities
Group Care Facilities
Home Businesses, Minor
Sea Cans
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Garage and Guesthouse)
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
Single Detached Dwelling and Manufactured Homes:
UNSERVICED
WATER ONLY
SEWAGE ONLY
SERVICED
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
1,800.0 m2
(19,375.0 ft2)
1,375.0 m2
(14,800.0 ft2)
925.0 m2
(9,957.0 ft2)
550.0 m2
(5,920.0 ft2)
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
22.5 m (73.8 ft)
15.0 m (49.2 ft)
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
38.0 m (124.7 ft)
38.0 m (124.7 ft)
38.0 m (124.7 ft)
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
4.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
4.5 m (14.8 ft)
SIDE
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
5.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwellings: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 7.3 m (24.0 ft)
6.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
Single Family Dwellings - 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
Manufactured Home Units - 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
7.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
2.
Duplexes/Fourplexes:
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
"Up and down" units: 575.0 m2 (6190.0 ft2), provided the combined gross
floor area does not exceed 186.0 m2 (2002.0 ft2)
"Side by side" or "Semi-detached" units: 668.0 m2 (7190.3 ft2).
2.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
90.0 m2 (969.0 ft2)
3.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwellings: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 7.3 m (24.0 ft)
4.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
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5.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
4.5 m (14.8 ft)
SIDE
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
3.
Row Housing
1.
MAXIMUM DENSITY
6.5 dwelling units per ha (16.1 per ac).
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
6.0 m (19.7 ft) for each internal dwelling unit
9.0 m (29.5 ft) for each end dwelling unit abutting a road or highway on
the side
7.5 m (24.6 ft) for each end dwelling unit not abutting a road or highway
on the side.
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
4.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
185.0 m2 (1991.3 ft2) for each internal dwelling unit
278.0 m2 (2992.4 ft2) for each end dwelling unit abutting a road or
highway on the side
232.0 m2 (2497.2 ft2) for each end dwelling unit not abutting a road or
highway on the side.
5.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 5.5 m (18.0 ft)
6.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
7.
OUTDOOR LIVING AREA
Each dwelling unit shall have an outdoor living area with a minimum
depth of 7.5 m (24.6 ft) adjacent to it. A minimum of 4.5 m (14.8 ft) of
this depth must be designed for the exclusive use of the occupants of
the dwelling unit. This may be achieved by the provision of fences,
screening or landscaping, with the details of this matter to be at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
8.
ARRANGEMENTS AND SPACING OF
DWELLING UNITS
The principal entry for every dwelling unit must be separate and be
directly accessible to ground level.
The arrangement and spacing of dwellings is subject to the approval of
the Development Authority.
9.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
4.5 m (14.7 ft)
SIDE
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
4.
Apartment Buildings:
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
798.0 m2 (8590.0 ft2)
2.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA RATIO
0.6 : 1.0
3.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Dwellings: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
Accessory Building: 5.5 m (18.0 ft)
4.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
SIDE
Forty percent (40%) of the building height, or fifteen percent (15%) of
the lot width, whichever is greater.
REAR
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
5.
MAXIMUM DENSITY AND
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
BACHELOR
1 BEDROOM
2 BEDROOM
3+ BEDROOM
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MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
PER DWELLING UNIT
32.5 m2
(350.0 ft2)
46.5 m2
(500.0 ft2)
55.6 m2
(598.0 ft2)
65.0 m2
(700.0 ft2)
MINIMUM LOT AREA PER
DWELLING UNIT
74.0 m2
(796.0 ft2)
97.5 m2
(1050.0 ft2)
134.7 m2
(1450.0 ft2)
134.7 m2
(1450.0 ft2)
6.
AMENITY AREA
An apartment development shall have a landscaped, outdoor amenity
area for the enjoyment and recreation of the residents of the apartment.
The required amenity area shall be the sum of the
following:
1.
for each bachelor or one bedroom dwelling unit - 18.5 m2 (199.0
ft2);
2.
for each two bedroom dwelling unit - 27.8 m2 (299.0 ft2);
3.
for each three or more bedroom dwelling unit - 55.6 m2 (598.0
ft2).
5.
All Other Uses:
a. As required by the Development Authority.
4. MINIMUM SERVICING STANDARDS
1.
All development must be provided with sanitary facilities pursuant to the Safety Codes Act of Alberta, 1991, and all
applicable regulations.
5. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.12 | HAMLET COMMERCIAL (C1) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Hamlet Commercial (C1) District is to allow for commercial development in the County's designated
hamlets in recognition of the economic role these communities play as service centres.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Amusement Establishments, Indoor
Agriculture Product Processing
Car Washes
Alcohol Retail Sales
Child Care Facilities
Amusement Establishments, Outdoor
Drive-In Businesses
Assisted Living Facilities
Financial Services
Bars and Pubs
Hotels and Motels
Cannabis Accessory Retail Sales
Household Repair Services
Cannabis Retail Sales
Offices
Dwelling, Apartment
Personal Services
Dwellings, Single Detached (existing as of the date of
approval of this Bylaw)
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Group Care Facilities
Public Utility Buildings
Institutional Uses and Buildings
Restaurants
Mixed Use Developments
Retail Stores
Pet Service Facilities
Retail Stores, Convenience
Private Clubs
Signs
Sea Cans
Warehouse Sales Establishments
Service Stations
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Secondary and Security)
Vehicle and Equipment Repair Shops, Light
Vehicle and Equipment Sales/Rental Establishments, Light
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
UNSERVICED
WATER ONLY
SEWAGE ONLY
SERVICED
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
1,800.0 m2
(19,375.0 ft2)
1,375.0 m2
(14,800.0 ft2)
925.0 m2
(9,957.0 ft2)
550.0 m2
(5,920.0 ft2)
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
22.5 m (73.8 ft)
15.0 m (49.2 ft)
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
38.1 m (125.0
ft)
38.1 m (125.0 ft)
38.1 m (125.0 ft)
30.0 m (98.4 ft)
4.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /
CORNER
No setback is required except where the Development Authority deems a
setback necessary to be consistent with existing development setbacks on
adjacent lots.
SIDE
If the subject lot is bounded on both sides by land classified C1, no side yard
will be required. If the subject lot is bordered by any other district, the side
yard shall be not less than 1.5 m (4.9 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
5.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Primary use: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
6.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Eighty percent (80%), provided that provision has been made for on-site
parking, loading, storage, and waste disposal.
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7.
DWELLING DENSITY
One (1) dwelling unit, provided the dwelling meets the regulations of a security
suite and has a valid development permit.
8.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
46.0 m2 (495.0 ft2)
9.
MINIMUM PARKING
REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the parking requirements of this Bylaw.
10.
MINIMUM LOADING
REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the loading requirements of this Bylaw.
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.13 | GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the General Commercial (C2) District is to permit business development either of a commercial nature
or of a business or light industrial nature (which supports or serves the regional oil and gas, agricultural or forestry industry base)
to be located in appropriate locations away from provincial highways.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Car Washes
Agriculture Product Processing
Drive-In Businesses
Alcohol Retail Sales
Financial Services
Amusement Establishments, Indoor and Outdoor
Hotels and Motels
Cannabis Accessory Retail Sales
Household Repair Services
Cannabis Retail Sales
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Industrial Uses, Light
Public Utility Buildings
Institutional Uses and Buildings
Restaurants
Mixed Use Developments
Retail Stores
Pet Service Facilities
Retail Stores, Convenience
Private Clubs
Signs
Recreational Vehicle Storage Facilities
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Recycling Facilities
Sea Cans
Service Stations
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Secondary and Security)
Vehicle and Equipment Repair Shops, Light
Vehicle and Equipment Sales/Rental Establishments, Light
Veterinary Clinics
Warehouse Sales Establishments
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the
opinion of the Development Authority, is developable. In the case of a
subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the opinion of the
Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
2.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
10.0 m (32.8 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
REAR
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
3.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Primary use: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
4.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
5.
MAXIMUM DENSITY FOR SECURITY
SUITES
One (1) dwelling unit, provided the dwelling meets the regulations of a
security suite and has a valid development permit.
6.
MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the parking requirements of this Bylaw.
7.
MINIMUM LOADING
REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the loading requirements of this Bylaw.
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4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.14 | HIGHWAY BUSINESS (C3 ) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Highway Business (C3) District is to permit business development either of a commercial nature or
of a business or light industrial nature (which supports or serves the regional oil and gas, agricultural or forestry industry base)
to be located in appropriate locations along the multi-lane highways, major two-lane highways, and minor-two lane highways
located within the County.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Abattoirs
Agri-Tourism
Agriculture, Industrial
Agriculture, Extensive
Agriculture, Intensive
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Agriculture Product Processing
Car Washes
Alcohol Retail Sales
Drive-In Businesses
Amusement Establishments, Indoor and Outdoor
Financial Services
Animal Breeding and Boarding Facilities
Hotels and Motels
Animal Shelters
Household Repair Services
Auction Facilities
Institutional Uses
Bars and Pubs
Offices
Cannabis Accessory Retail Sales
Personal Services
Cannabis Retail Sales
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Dwellings, Single Detached (existing as of the date of
approval of the Bylaw)
Public Utility Buildings
Industrial Uses, Light
Restaurants
Livestock Sales Yards
Retail Stores
Mixed Use Developments
Retail Stores, Convenience
Pet Service Facilities
Service Stations
Recreational Vehicle Storage Facilities
Signs
Recycling Facilities
Trucking and Cartage Establishments
Sea Cans
Vehicle and Equipment Repair Shops, Heavy and Light
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Vehicle and Equipment Sales/Rental Establishments, Heavy
and Light
Suites (Secondary and Security)
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Veterinary Clinics
Veterinary Hospitals
Warehouse Sales Establishments
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Large
Work Camps
Child Care Facility - Bylaw 002-2020 passed February 11,
2020
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the
opinion of the Development Authority, is developable. In the case of a
subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the opinion of the
Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
FRONT /CORNER
10.0 m (32.8 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
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2.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
REAR
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
3.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Primary use: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 11.0 m (36.0 ft)
4.
MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE
Fifty percent (50%)
5.
MAXIMUM DENSITY FOR SECURITY
SUITES
One (1) dwelling unit, provided the dwelling meets the regulations of a
security suite and has a valid development permit.
6.
MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the parking requirements of this Bylaw.
7.
MINIMUM LOADING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the loading requirements of this Bylaw.
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.15 | RECREATIONAL COMMERCIAL (C4) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Recreational Commercial (C4) District is to provide for specific areas where tourism and recreation
uses may take place within the County.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Agriculture Product Processing
Agri-Tourism
Alcohol Retail Sales
Agriculture, Extensive
Amusement Establishments, Indoor and Outdoor
Bed and Breakfast Establishments
Bars and Pubs
Country Inns
Campgrounds Deleted - Bylaw 004-2021 passed March 9, 2021
Drive-In Businesses
Cannabis Accessory Retail Sales
Dwellings, Manufactured Homes
Cannabis Retail Sales
Dwellings, Single Detached
Gun Ranges
Guest Ranches
Mixed Use Developments
Hotels and Motels
Private Camps
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Private Clubs
Public Uses and Buildings
Sea Cans
Public Utility Buildings
Service Stations
Restaurants
Solar Farms
Retail Stores
Solar Panel, Free Standing
Retail Stores, Convenience
Suites (Security)
Recreational Vehicle Storage Facilities
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small
Signs
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in
the opinion of the Development Authority, is developable. In the case
of a subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the
opinion of the Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
2.
MINIMUM LOT WIDTH
40.0 m (131.0 ft)
3.
MINIMUM LOT DEPTH
50.0 m (164.0 ft)
4.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Primary use: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
Accessory buildings: 9.1 m (30.0 ft)
5.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
10.0 m (32.8 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
3.0 m (9.8 ft)
REAR
6.0 m (19.7 ft)
6.
MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the parking requirements of this Bylaw.
7.
MINIMUM LOADING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the loading requirements of this Bylaw.
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4. MINIMUM SETBACK FROM LAKES
1.
Notwithstanding anything in this Bylaw to the contrary, no development other than accessory boathouses, docks,
swimming facilities, and similar developments shall occur within 30.0 m (98.4 ft) of the shoreline of any lake or river or
streams deemed by the Development Authority.
5. ADDITIONAL REGU LATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.16 | LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M1) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Light Industrial (M1) District is to permit opportunities for light industrial and manufacturing uses
appropriate in specific locations as determined by the County which will support and serve the regional oil and gas, agricultural
or forestry industry base.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Abattoirs
Car Washes
Agriculture Product Processing
Industrial Uses, Light
Animal Breeding and Boarding Facilities
Offices
Animal Shelters
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Apiaries
Public Utility Buildings
Bars and Pubs
Sea Cans
Cannabis Production and Distribution Facilities
Service Stations
Drive-In Business
Trucking and Cartage Establishments
Household Repair Services
Vehicle and Equipment Repair Shops, Light
Industrial Hemp Production Facilities
Vehicle and Equipment Sales/Rental Establishments, Light
Industrial Uses, Medium
Veterinary Clinics
Industrial Uses, Rural
Veterinary Hospitals
Institutional Buildings and Uses
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Livestock Sales Yards
Pet Service Facilities
Recycling Facilities
Restaurants
Signs
Solar Farms
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Suites (Security)
Vehicle and Equipment Repair Shops, Heavy
Vehicle and Equipment Sales/Rental Establishments, Heavy
Warehouse Sales Establishments
Work Camps
Wrecking and Scrap Metal Yards
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in
the opinion of the Development Authority, is developable. In the case
of a subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the opinion
of the Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
2.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /C ORNER
10.0 m (32.8 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
3.0 m (10.0 ft), or as required by the Development Authority
REAR
6.0 m (20.0 ft), or as required by the Development Authority
3.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
11.0 m (36.0 ft)
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4.
MAXIMUM DENSITY FOR SECURITY
SUITES
One (1) dwelling unit, provided the dwelling meets the regulations of a
security suite and has a valid development permit.
5.
MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the parking requirements of this Bylaw.
6.
MINIMUM LOADING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the loading requirements of this Bylaw.
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.17 | HEAVY INDUSTRIAL (M2) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Heavy Industrial (M2) District is to permit opportunities of heavy industrial and manufacturing uses
appropriate for rural locations as determined by the County.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Industrial
Cannabis Production and Distribution Facilities
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Industrial Hemp Production Facilities
Industrial Uses, Light
Industrial Uses, Heavy
Industrial Uses, Medium
Solar Farms
Industrial Uses, Rural
Solar Panels, Free Standing
Public Utility Buildings
Suites (Security)
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Warehouse Sales Establishments
Sea Cans
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Large
Service Stations
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
Trucking and Cartage Establishments
Vehicle and Equipment Repair Shops, Heavy
Vehicle and Equipment Sales/Rental Establishments, Heavy
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Small
Wrecking and Scrap Metal Yards
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the
opinion of the Development Authority, is developable. In the case of a
subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the opinion of the
Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
2.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
15.0 m (49.0 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
15.0 m (49.0 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
REAR
15.0 m (49.0 ft) from an Internal Local Road;
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
3.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
11.0 m (36.0 ft)
4.
MAXIMUM DENSITY FOR SECURITY
SUITES
One (1) dwelling unit, provided the dwelling meets the regulations of a
security suite and has a valid development permit.
5.
MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the parking requirements of this Bylaw
6.
MINIMUM LOADING REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the loading requirements of this Bylaw
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.18 | SPRUCE VALLEY HEAVY INDUSTRIAL (M3) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Spruce Valley Heavy Industrial (M3) District is to establish a site specific heavy industrial district in
the Spruce Valley area in the County. Development will be controlled with site regulations to ensure compatibility with
surrounding uses.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Natural Resource Extraction and Processing - Bylaw 005-
2020 passed February 11, 2020
Agroforestry
Logging
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Pulp and Paper Mills
Transloading Facilities
Waste Processing and Disposal Facilities
Wrecking and Scrap Metal Yards
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
The Development Authority may prescribe setback and/or buffering requirements for uses which may be incompatible
with adjacent land uses.
2.
Development shall not be permitted on steep slopes (in excess of fifteen percent (15%), on unstable slopes or lands
characterized by soil instability, or on lands exhibiting evidence of poor drainage or flooding unless it can be
demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Development Authority that unique site requirements warrant otherwise.
3.
A building setback of 30.0 m (98.4 ft) shall be preserved from the top of the bank of any river, creek or watercourse.
The Development Authority may require a soil analysis, and additional setbacks may be required at its discretion.
4.
The Development Authority may impose conditions requiring the retention of trees, or additional planting of such a type
and extent that is considered necessary.
5.
The Development Authority may prescribe or approve screening for uses which involve the outdoor storage of goods,
machinery, vehicles, building materials, waste materials, and other similar uses.
6.
In addition to the other requirements of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may request advisory comment from
the following authorities whose interest(s) or jurisdiction may be affected when considering any development permit
application in this district:
a. The Alberta Energy Regulator; and
b. Natural Resources Conservation Board.
7.
In addition to the other requirements of this Bylaw, each development permit application in this district shall be
accompanied by the following information:
a. an outline of emergency response action plans;
b. risk and noise assessment;
c. landscaping plans; and/or
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d. any other information as may be reasonably required by the Development Authority.
8.
All yard dimensions, lot size, and site coverage shall be determined by the Development Authority.
9.
All building heights (including primary and accessory buildings) shall be as required by the Development Authority.
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.19 | SPRUCE VALLEY TRANSITIONAL INDUSTRIAL (M4) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Spruce Valley Transitional (M4) District is to establish a limited use industrial district to accommodate
light and medium industrial uses which support heavy industrial use. The district can also provide a transitional use between a
heavy industrial area and an Agricultural or Crown District.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Industrial Uses, Light
Agroforestry
Industrial Uses, Medium
Compost Facilities (Class I and II)
Signs
Logging
Suites (Security)
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Transloading Facilities
Pulp and Paper Mills
Trucking and Cartage Establishments
Transloading Facilities
Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Large
Waste Processing and Disposal Facilities
Work Camps
Wrecking and Scrap Metal Yards
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Natural Resource Extraction and Processing - Bylaw 003-
2020 passed February 11, 2020
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
The Development Authority may prescribe setback and/or buffering requirements for uses which may be incompatible
with adjacent land uses.
2.
Development shall not be permitted on steep slopes (in excess of fifteen percent (15%), on unstable slopes or lands
characterized by soil instability, or on lands exhibiting evidence of poor drainage or flooding unless it can be
demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Development Authority that unique site requirements warrant otherwise.
3.
A building setback of 30.0 m (98.4 ft) shall be preserved from the top of the bank of any river, creek or watercourse.
The Development Authority may require a soil analysis, and additional setbacks may be required at its discretion.
4.
The Development Authority may impose conditions requiring the retention of trees, or additional planting of such a
type and extent that is considered necessary.
5.
The Development Authority may prescribe or approve screening for uses which involve the outdoor storage of goods,
machinery, vehicles, building materials, waste materials, and other similar uses.
6.
In addition to the other requirements of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may request advisory comment from
the following authorities whose interest(s) or jurisdiction may be affected when considering any development permit
application in this district:
a. The Alberta Energy Regulator; and
b. Natural Resources Conservation Board.
7.
In addition to the other requirements of this Bylaw, each development permit application in this district shall be
accompanied by the following information:
a. an outline of emergency response action plans;
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b. risk and noise assessment;
c. landscaping plans; and/or
d. any other information as may be reasonably required by the Development Authority.
8.
All yard dimensions, lot size, and site coverage shall be determined by the Development Authority.
9.
All building heights (including primary and accessory buildings) shall be as required by the Development Authority.
4. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.
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11.20 | URBAN RESERVE (UR) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Urban Reserve (UR) District is to reserve those lands within the designated hamlets and on the
periphery of the Town of Athabasca and the Village of Boyle which, by their proximity to hamlet and urban areas and services,
may become suitable for hamlet or urban development.
2. USES
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
Agriculture, Extensive
Agriculture, Intensive
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings and Uses
Day Homes
Public Utility Buildings
Dwellings, Manufactured Home (on parcels existing as of the
date of approval of the Bylaw only)
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Permitted Uses
Dwellings, Single Detached (existing as of the date of
approval of the Bylaw only)
Home Businesses, Minor
Buildings and Uses Accessory to Discretionary Uses
3. REGULATIONS
1.
MINIMUM LOT AREA
In the case of a development permit, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in
the opinion of the Development Authority, is developable. In the case
of a subdivision application, 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) of land which, in the
opinion of the Subdivision Authority, is developable land.
2.
MINIMUM YARD
SETBACKS
FRONT /CORNER
7.5 m (24.6 ft) from an Internal Local Road; or
28.0 m (92.0 ft) from a Grid Road; or
as required by Alberta Transportation from a highway.
SIDE
2.5 m (8.2 ft)
REAR
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
3.
MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT
Primary use: 9.1 m (30.0 ft.)
Accessory buildings: 9.1 m (30.0 ft.)
4.
SUBDIVISION & DEVELOPMENT
No subdivision or development other than for the above uses shall
take place until an Area Structure Plan or an Outline Plan has been
approved and the site has been redistricted to a district that provides
for the proposed use and density. The Area Structure Plan or an
Outline Plan shall include: a staged plan of subdivision, the proposed
land use classifications, public reserve dedications, utilities policies
and the proposed servicing plan.
5.
DWELLINGS (SINGLE DETACHED AND
MANUFACTURED )
Dwellings, existing as of the date of approval of the Bylaw, can be
replaced under the following conditions:
1. if the dwelling has been substantially damaged (more than
75%) or destroyed; and/or
2. if the building footprint and floor area of the proposed new
development is constant with the building footprint and floor
area of the previous development on the site.
6.
MINIMUM FLOOR AREA
Single family dwellings: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
Manufactured home units: 55.7 m2 (600.0 ft2)
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11.21 | DIRECT CONTROL (DC) DISTRICT
1. PURPOSE
The general purpose of the Direct Control (DC) District is to provide for the development of land uses under individually unique
or special circumstances, requiring site-specific controls, where the application of conventional land use districts would be
inappropriate or inadequate.
2. USES:
PERMITTED USES
DISCRETIONARY USES
In approving a bylaw for a Direct Control district for a
particular site, Athabasca County Council shall specify those
uses that may be allowed.
3. SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS:
1.
In approving a bylaw for a Direct Control (DC) District for a particular site, Council shall establish the subdivision and
development standards that apply.
4. ADMINISTRATION
1.
This district shall only be applied where the following conditions are met:
a. the development is, in the opinion of Council, considered appropriate for the site having regard for the policies
and objectives of any statutory plans applicable to the site and surrounding area and its compatibility with the
scale and character of surrounding development;
b. the use of any other district on the site would, in the opinion of Council, result in potential conflicts with existing
or future surrounding developments, should the full development potential of uses in the district be realized;
and
c. the development is of a unique form or nature not contemplated or reasonably regulated by another district.
2.
In addition to the information required by this Bylaw for an amendment application, the applicant shall also provide the
following:
a. support rationale explaining why the proposed district is desirable for the site having regard for the conditions
listed in Subsection 4 above;
b. a list of uses proposed for the site;
c. an explanation of the methods used to obtain public input and written documentation of the opinions and
concerns of surrounding property owners and residents and how the proposed development responds to those
concerns; and
d. any other information as required by the Development Authority to evaluate the proposed development and
its potential impacts.
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3.
In approving a bylaw for a Direct Control (DC) District for a particular site, Council may specify:
a. the Development Authority for those uses to be decided upon; and
b. those development standards for which a variance may be granted.
5. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
1.
Development shall also comply with applicable provisions in Sections 9 and 10 of this Bylaw.
2.
Additional regulations that are required by applicable federal and provincial departments and agencies.