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Land Use Bylaw 19-02
BYLAW NO. 19-02
LAND USE BYLAW
Consolidated March 2026
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Note:
Land Use Bylaw No. 19-02 repeals and replaces Land Use Bylaw No. 13-14, and all amending bylaws
thereto, in accordance with Section 1.5 of Land Use Bylaw No. 19-02.
Bylaw No. 21-06 April 2021
Bylaw No. 21-13 June 2021
Bylaw No. 21-15 December 2021
Bylaw No. 22-03 April 2022
Bylaw No. 22-05 May 2022
Bylaw No. 22-15 August 2023
Bylaw No. 20-10 September 2020
Bylaw No. 20-11 May 2020
Bylaw No. 20-21 September 2020
Bylaw No. 20-22 September 2020
THIS CONSOLIDATED COPY INCLUDES:
Bylaw No. 23-11 August 2023
Bylaw No. 23-19 January 2024
Bylaw 24-09 May 2024
Bylaw 25-20 October 2025
Bylaw 25-25 December 2025
Bylaw 26-01 March 2026
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIST OF FIGURES .................................................................................................................................................. 8
LIST OF TABLES .................................................................................................................................................... 8
GUIDE TO USING THE COUNTY OF VERMILION RIVER LAND USE BYLAW ............................................................. 10
PART 1.0 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES .......................................................................................................... 12
SCOPE ..................................................................................................................................................... 14
COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER LEGISLATION ......................................................................................................... 14
PURPOSE ................................................................................................................................................. 15
REPEAL .................................................................................................................................................... 15
TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS.......................................................................................................................... 16
SEVERABILITY............................................................................................................................................ 16
RULES OF INTERPRETATION .......................................................................................................................... 16
ILLUSTRATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 18
METRIC AND IMPERIAL MEASUREMENTS........................................................................................................ 18
DECISION AUTHORITIES .............................................................................................................................. 18
DEVELOPMENT AND SUBDIVISION APPEALS .................................................................................................... 19
ENFORCEMENT, PENALTIES, AND FINES .......................................................................................................... 26
LAND USE BYLAW AMENDMENT .................................................................................................................. 29
PART 2.0 DEVELOPMENT: PERMITS, RULES, AND PROCEDURES .......................................................................... 34
CONTROL OF DEVELOPMENT ....................................................................................................................... 36
DEVELOPER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................................................................................................................... 37
DEVELOPMENT COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION ....................................................................................... 38
DEVELOPMENT NOT REQUIRING A PERMIT ..................................................................................................... 39
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS DECISIONS ............................................................................................ 42
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS NOTICE OF DECISION.............................................................................. 48
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................... 49
Industrial Development Permit Application Requirements ..................................................... 52
Commercial & Recreation Development Permit Application Requirements ........................... 54
Resource Extraction Development Permit Application Requirements .................................... 55
Excavation and Stripping of Land and/or Stockpiling of Materials Development Permit
Application Requirements ...................................................................................................... 58
Alternative Energy Systems Development Permit Application Requirements ........................ 60
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT EXPIRED AND DISCONTINUED USES ............................................................................... 62
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS VALIDITY ................................................................................................................ 63
DWELLING UNITS AND MAIN BUILDINGS ON A LOT OR PARCEL ........................................................................... 64
EXISTING SUBSTANDARD LOTS ...................................................................................................................... 65
NON-CONFORMING BUILDINGS AND USES ..................................................................................................... 66
POWERS OF VARIANCE ............................................................................................................................... 67
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................... 70
REFERRAL OF APPLICATION .......................................................................................................................... 71
TWO OR MORE LAND USE DISTRICTS ON A LOT OR PARCEL ............................................................................... 72
USE AND OCCUPANCY PERMIT REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................... 73
PART 3.0 SUBDIVISION: STANDARDS, RULES, AND PROCEDURES ........................................................................ 76
GENERAL SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS ............................................................................................................ 78
SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS DECISIONS .......................................................................................................... 79
SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................... 83
SUBDIVISION BARE LAND CONDOMINIUMS .................................................................................................... 88
SUBDIVISION DESIGN STANDARDS ................................................................................................................. 89
SUBDIVISION STRATA SPACE PLANS ............................................................................................................... 93
PART 4.0 GENERAL PROVISIONS ........................................................................................................................ 94
APPLICABILITY ........................................................................................................................................... 96
ACCESSORY AND MAIN BUILDINGS SITING AND SETBACKS IN NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS REGULATIONS................... 97
ACCESSORY AND MAIN BUILDINGS SITING AND SETBACKS IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS REGULATIONS ......................... 103
CORNER AND DOUBLE FRONTING LOTS OR PARCELS ....................................................................................... 110
DESIGN, CHARACTER AND APPEARANCE OF DEVELOPMENTS STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS ................................. 112
DEVELOPMENT ADJACENT TO ROADWAYS REGULATIONS .................................................................................. 120
GENERAL DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS ....................................................................................................... 122
GENERAL SERVICING REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................................... 127
GENERAL SITE DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS AND BUFFERING REQUIREMENTS ...................................................... 128
Development in Riparian Lands ............................................................................................ 130
Development in Wetlands .................................................................................................... 131
Development in Flood Risk & Flood Fringe Areas ................................................................. 132
Development in Slopes ......................................................................................................... 133
LANDSCAPING ......................................................................................................................................... 135
OBJECTS PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED IN YARDS ............................................................................................. 136
OTHER USES WITHIN THE AGRICULTURAL (A) DISTRICT REGULATIONS ................................................................ 138
OTHER USES IN NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS REGULATIONS ............................................................................ 140
OTHER USES IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS REGULATIONS .................................................................................... 144
PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS ......................................................................................................... 152
Off-Street Loading Facilities ................................................................................................. 158
Shared Parking Facilities ....................................................................................................... 159
PROJECTIONS INTO YARDS......................................................................................................................... 160
PROTECTION FROM HAZARD EXPOSURE REGULATIONS .................................................................................... 161
RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION AND NON-RESIDENTIAL CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS .... 162
RESIDENTIAL USE MULTI-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS ............................................................................................ 173
SECONDARY SUITES AND SECONDARY DWELLING UNITS .................................................................................. 176
SIGN REGULATIONS .................................................................................................................................. 181
PART 5.0 SPECIAL PROVISIONS ........................................................................................................................ 196
APPLICABILITY ......................................................................................................................................... 198
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ABATTOIRS ............................................................................................................................................. 199
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS .................................................................................................................. 200
Geothermal systems ............................................................................................................. 202
Wind Conversion Systems (WECS), Large ............................................................................. 203
Wind Conversion Systems (WECS), Micro ............................................................................. 206
Wind Conversion Systems (WECS), Small ............................................................................. 206
AUTO WRECKERS AND SALVAGE YARDS ........................................................................................................ 209
CAMPGROUNDS AND CAMPSITES ................................................................................................................ 210
CONFINED FEEDING OPERATIONS AND MANURE STORAGE FACILITIES ................................................................ 214
COMPOST FACILITIES AND LANDFILLS........................................................................................................... 215
DAY USE AND PICNIC AREAS ...................................................................................................................... 216
DWELLING AND BUILDING CONVERSION STANDARDS ...................................................................................... 217
HOME OCCUPATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 218
INCLUSIONARY HOUSING REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................... 222
LICENSED CANNABIS PRODUCTION AND/OR PROCESSING, STORAGE, OR DISTRIBUTION FACILITY AND/OR PREMISES ... 224
LICENSED CANNABIS RETAIL SALES ESTABLISHMENTS AND/OR PREMISES ............................................................ 232
LICENSED INDUSTRIAL HEMP PRODUCTION AND/OR PROCCESSING, STORAGE, OR DISTRIBUTION FACILITY AND/OR
PREMISES .............................................................................................................................................. 240
LIQUOR SALES, STORAGE, AND CONSUMPTION ESTABLISHMENTS ...................................................................... 248
MOTELS ................................................................................................................................................ 252
NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION AND GROUND DISTURBANCE OPERATIONS ...................................................... 253
PET KEEPING AND ANIMAL BREEDING AND/OR BOARDING FACILITIES ................................................................ 255
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES .......................................................................................................................... 256
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUNDS ...................................................................................................... 257
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE WORK CAMPS ........................................................................................................ 260
REHABILITATION AND ADAPTIVE REUSE STANDARDS ....................................................................................... 263
RELOCATION OF BUILDINGS ....................................................................................................................... 266
SEA CANS AND SHIPPING CONTAINERS ......................................................................................................... 267
SERVICE STATIONS ................................................................................................................................... 268
SHOOTING RANGES .................................................................................................................................. 270
TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES ............................................................................................................... 273
TOWER/ANTENNA FACILITIES .................................................................................................................... 274
VEHICLE WASHING ESTABLISHMENTS .......................................................................................................... 276
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES....................................................................................................... 277
PART 6.0 LAND USE DISTRICTS REGULATIONS .................................................................................................. 280
ESTABLISHMENT OF LAND USE DISTRICTS ..................................................................................................... 282
NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS ..................................................................................................................... 284
Agricultural (A) District ......................................................................................................... 284
Business and Services (B) District ......................................................................................... 290
Commercial (C1) District ....................................................................................................... 294
Commercial - General (CG) District ....................................................................................... 300
Commercial - Limited (C2) District ........................................................................................ 306
Industrial - Heavy (MH) District ............................................................................................ 310
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Industrial - Light (M1) District .............................................................................................. 316
Industrial - Medium (M) District ........................................................................................... 322
Industrial - Rural (RM) District .............................................................................................. 328
Landfill, Composting, and Waste (LC-W) District .................................................................. 334
Reserves and Utility (RU) District .......................................................................................... 338
Parks and Recreation (PR) District ........................................................................................ 344
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS ............................................................................................................................ 348
Country Residential - Agriculture (CR-A) District .................................................................. 348
Country Residential - Multi-Lot (CR-M) District .................................................................... 352
Country Residential - Single-Lot (CR-S) District ..................................................................... 356
Residential - Low Density (R) District .................................................................................... 360
Residential - Medium Density (R1) District ........................................................................... 366
Residential - High Density (R2) District ................................................................................. 372
Residential - Multi-Family/Multi-Unit (R3) District............................................................... 378
CONTROL DISTRICTS................................................................................................................................. 384
Crossroads Direct Control (CDC) District ............................................................................... 384
PART 7.0 OVERLAY DISTRICTS REGULATIONS .................................................................................................... 384
North Gateway Direct Control (NGDC) District ..................................................................... 392
Highway Development (HD) District ..................................................................................... 400
Highway Development Special Purpose (HDS) District ......................................................... 406
Urban Growth (UB) District .................................................................................................. 412
PART 7.0 OVERLAY DISTRICTS REGULATIONS .................................................................................................... 418
ESTABLISHMENT OF OVERLAY DISTRICTS ....................................................................................................... 420
OVERLAY DISTRICTS REGULATIONS .............................................................................................................. 422
Airport Vicinity Area (AVA) Overlay ...................................................................................... 422
Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Overlay ...................................................................... 432
PART 8.0 DEFINITIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 436
A ..................................................................................................................................................................... 436
B ..................................................................................................................................................................... 441
C ..................................................................................................................................................................... 444
D .................................................................................................................................................................... 449
E ..................................................................................................................................................................... 457
F ..................................................................................................................................................................... 459
G ....................................................................................................................................................................461
H .................................................................................................................................................................... 462
I ...................................................................................................................................................................... 466
K ..................................................................................................................................................................... 468
L ..................................................................................................................................................................... 468
M .................................................................................................................................................................... 474
N .................................................................................................................................................................... 475
O .................................................................................................................................................................... 476
Amended by
Bylaw 22-05
Amended by
Bylaw 22-05
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P ..................................................................................................................................................................... 478
R ..................................................................................................................................................................... 480
S ..................................................................................................................................................................... 484
T ..................................................................................................................................................................... 488
U .................................................................................................................................................................... 489
V ..................................................................................................................................................................... 489
W ................................................................................................................................................................... 490
Y ..................................................................................................................................................................... 492
DEFINITIONS NOT PROVIDED ..................................................................................................................... 494
DISCRETIONARY PROVISIONS ...................................................................................................................... 494
PART 9.0 LAND USE MAPS ............................................................................................................................... 496
LAND USE DISTRICT MAP .......................................................................................................................... 498
INTERMUNICIPAL AREAS ............................................................................................................................ 500
City of Lloydminster.............................................................................................................. 500
Town of Vermilion ................................................................................................................. 500
Village of Kitscoty ................................................................................................................. 500
Village of Marwayne ............................................................................................................ 500
Village of Paradise Valley ..................................................................................................... 500
HAMLETS ............................................................................................................................................... 502
Hamlet of Blackfoot .............................................................................................................. 502
Hamlet of Clandonald ........................................................................................................... 502
Hamlet (Village) of Dewberry ............................................................................................... 502
Hamlet of Islay ..................................................................................................................... 502
Hamlet of Mclaughlin ........................................................................................................... 502
hamlet of Rivercourse ........................................................................................................... 502
Hamlet of Streamstown........................................................................................................ 502
Hamlet of Tulliby lake ........................................................................................................... 502
RESIDENTIAL AREA STRUCTURE PLANS ......................................................................................................... 504
Aberdeen Plains Estates ....................................................................................................... 504
Brennan Acres ...................................................................................................................... 504
Clover View Acres ................................................................................................................. 504
Country Air Estates ............................................................................................................... 504
Creekside Estates .................................................................................................................. 504
Deerfoot estates................................................................................................................... 504
Denwood Acres ..................................................................................................................... 504
Grandview Estates ................................................................................................................ 504
Hawkstone ............................................................................................................................ 504
Horizonview Acres ................................................................................................................ 504
Indian Lake Meadows ........................................................................................................... 504
Lakeview Acres ..................................................................................................................... 504
Morning Gold estates ........................................................................................................... 504
Ravine View .......................................................................................................................... 504
Robinwood Acres .................................................................................................................. 504
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Robinwood Estates ............................................................................................................... 504
Sandpiper Estates ................................................................................................................. 504
Silver willow estates ............................................................................................................. 504
Willow Creek......................................................................................................................... 504
NON-RESIDENTIAL AREA STRUCTURE PLANS ................................................................................................. 506
Corridor Business park .......................................................................................................... 506
County Energy park .............................................................................................................. 506
Devonia Business Park .......................................................................................................... 506
Kam's Industrial Park ............................................................................................................ 506
Reinhart Business Park ......................................................................................................... 506
Reinhart Industrial Park ........................................................................................................ 506
SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANS ........................................................................................................................ 508
Rau Site Development Plan .................................................................................................. 508
RESERVED............................................................................................................................. 508
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LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1. SITING AND SETBACKS IN NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS. ....................................................................................... 101
FIGURE 2. SHELTERBELT SETBACKS. ................................................................................................................................. 101
FIGURE 3. SITING AND SETBACKS IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS. ............................................................................................... 109
FIGURE 4. PERMITTED ENCROACHMENTS WITHIN SIDE YARDS ON A CORNER SITE. ................................................................... 109
FIGURE 5. FENCING REGULATIONS. ................................................................................................................................. 116
FIGURE 6. BUILDING AND ACCESS SETBACKS REQUIREMENTS NEAR ROAD CURVES................................................................... 121
FIGURE 7. PARKING LOT LAYOUT DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS. ............................................................................................... 153
FIGURE 8A-8B. TYPES OF SIGNS..................................................................................................................................... 184
FIGURE 9. TYPICAL CAMPGROUND/CAMPSITE LAYOUT. ...................................................................................................... 213
FIGURE 10. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPROUND EXAMPLE. .............................................................................................. 259
FIGURE 11. SETBACKS FROM WATERCOURSES AND WATER BODIES. ...................................................................................... 340
FIGURE 12. AIRPORT OBSTACLE LIMITATION SURFACES. ..................................................................................................... 424
FIGURE 13. ADJACENT LAND EXAMPLES IN RURAL AND HAMLET/MULTI-LOT RESIDENTIAL AREAS. ................................................ 437
FIGURE 14. BUILDING HEIGHT. ..................................................................................................................................... 443
FIGURE 15, A-B. EXAMPLES OF COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CLUSTER DEVELOPMENTS. ............................................................. 446
FIGURE 16, A-B. EXAMPLE OF A RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION DEVELOPMENT. ....................................................................... 447
FIGURE 17. EXAMPLES OF DWELLING TYPES. .................................................................................................................... 453
FIGURE 18. ESTABLISHED GRADE.................................................................................................................................... 458
FIGURE 19. ILLUSTRATION OF LOT DEFINITIONS: CORNER LOT, DOUBLE FRONTING LOT, AND INTERIOR LOT................................. 472
FIGURE 20. LOCATION OF YARDS. ................................................................................................................................... 493
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1. DESIGNATED SETBACKS FROM ROADWAYS. .......................................................................................................... 102
TABLE 2. INDUSTRIAL USES SEPARATION .......................................................................................................................... 123
TABLE 3. PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................. 154
TABLE 4. CONTRIBUTION OF AMENITIES EXAMPLES. ........................................................................................................... 168
TABLE 5. AFFORDABILITY LEVEL OF 30% OF MONTHLY INCOME. .......................................................................................... 223
TABLE 6. SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR MINIMUM ENVIRONMENTAL RESERVE/EASEMENT
WIDTHS. ..................................................................................................................................................... 343
TABLE 7. WASTE & WASTEWATER FACILITY SETBACKS. ....................................................................................................... 433
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GUIDE TO USING THE
COUNTY OF VERMILION
RIVER LAND USE BYLAW
The County of Vermilion River Land Use Bylaw establishes regulations for the Use and Development of land
and Buildings within the County. These regulations prescribe the manner in which to carry out Subdivision,
Development, and of all land and Buildings, whether the latter are constructed or moved in. Additionally, it
regulates the type, location, and intensity of Land Use and Buildings; it outlines the process for rezoning land
and applying for permits to develop or subdivide Property; as well as the administrative and enforcement
procedures of the regulations. When using the Land Use Bylaw, keep in mind that Regulations vary
depending on the location and type of Development and that some Developments or Uses must follow
additional County, Province, or Federal Government Bylaws or Regulations. Where possible, the Land Use
Bylaw attempts to provide some guidance to these other requirements. This is not to say that the County of
Vermilion River Land Use Bylaw contains an exhaustive list; instead, it is up to each individual to ensure the
observance of the laws of each level of government regulating the Use of land and Development.
STRUCTURE AND USE
The Land Use Bylaw divides the County into various Land Use Districts. The user needs to examine all the
elements of the Land Use Bylaw to determine applicable regulations to a specific Parcel of Land or Lot.
Land Use Bylaw Maps identify the specific location of the various Land Use Districts
established in the County.
Land Use Districts contain general Subdivision and Development standards for each of
the established designations.
Overlay Districts contain additional regulations to those contained in a Land Use District
for each of the established designations.
General Provisions are overall requirements, which apply to some or all Development.
Special Provisions outline additional controls for particular Uses that may occur within
certain Districts.
Definitions may include additional requirements to some Uses.
When using the Land Use Bylaw, it is suggested that the user follow these steps:
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Locate the subject Property on the Land Use District maps. Each Land Use District has a
designation such as "A" for AGRICULTURAL or "C1" for COMMERCIAL. Take note of which
Land Use District the subject Property is located in. Also, note if a Site Development Plan
or Area Structure Plan affects the subject Property, which may modify some of the Uses
and regulations of the Land Use Bylaw or impose additional regulations.
Check the table of contents and locate the Land Use District of your interest. The Land
Use District list is in alphabetical order starting in Part 6.0. In each Land Use District, you
will find a list of Permitted and Discretionary Uses and other applicable regulations. These
regulations are used to determine the Use of land and Buildings in each district, the types,
and how of what can be developed in any given Land Use District.
The Definitions in Part 8.0 should also be consulted to ensure that words and terms used
in the Land Use Bylaw are understood. Definitions may include additional requirements
to some Uses.
Review any additional regulations that may apply to the Development or Use. For
example, Part 2.0 Development Permits, Rules, and Procedures describes the rules and
procedures applicable to Development Permits; Part 3.0 Subdivision Standards, Rules,
and Procedures provides guidance with land Subdivision matters; Part 4.0 General
Provisions and Part 5.0 Special Provisions contain additional regulations specific to some
types of Development applicable to all Land Use Districts. Part 7.0 Overlay Districts
Regulations includes additional regulations that apply to some lands based on a specific
Use or location. All the applicable regulations for the lands subject to a Development
Permit application within the Land Use Bylaw or other plans must be complied with.
Before submitting an application, discuss your proposal/concern with Planning and
Development staff. County staff is well trained and eager to assist you with your
Development, Subdivision, or general inquiry issues and to explain procedures. They can
also assist with other situations, such as enforcement or a Land Use Bylaw amendment.
REFERENCING
When referencing any part of the County of Vermilion River Land Use Bylaw you can use the following format:
1.0 PART
1.1 Section
1.1.1 Sub-section
(a) Paragraph
(i) Sub-paragraph
1. Item
a. Clause
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PART 1.0
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
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1.0 Administrative Procedures
1.1 Title
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TITLE
The title of this Bylaw shall be the Land Use Bylaw of the County of Vermilion River.
SCOPE
No Development shall be permitted within the boundaries of the County of Vermilion River except
in conformity with the provisions of this Bylaw.
COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER LEGISLATION
In addition to the requirements of this Bylaw, an applicant must comply with all Federal, Provincial,
and Municipal legislation including requirements contained in a Development Permit or Agreement.
This Bylaw is consistent the Municipal Government Act (hereinafter referred to as "the Act"), as
amended, repealed or replaced from time to time.
Pursuant to Section 632(4), 633(3) statutory plans must be consistent.
Hierarchy of Plans
Pursuant to Section 638.1 of the Municipal Government Act; RSA 2000 c. M26, as amended or
repealed and replaced from time to time, in the event of a conflict or inconsistency between a
statutory plan or a Land Use Bylaw, and an Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA) regional plan,
the ALSA regional plan prevails to the extent of the conflict or inconsistency.
Municipal Government Act
Provincial Regional Plans
Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework
Intermunicipal Development Plan
Municipal Development Plan
Site Development and/or Plan Area Structure Plan
Land Use Bylaw
County Policies
This Bylaw shall be applied in a manner that supports the implementation of statutory plans and
local plans, which have been adopted by the County, and is consistent with the County's Municipal
Development Plan, ALSA Regional Plans, and the Municipal Government Act; RSA 2000 c. M26, as
amended or repealed and replaced from time to time.
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1.4 Purpose
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This Bylaw shall be used in conjunction with County Policies and Procedures, as adopted and
amended by County Council.
Nothing in this Bylaw exempts a Person from their obligation to comply with:
any Federal, Provincial, or Municipal legislation;
any relevant caveat, Easement, instrument, agreement, or other legal requirement; or
any standards, policies, procedures; or
other requirements of the Municipality.
The issuance of a Development Permit does not entitle a business to operate, which may require a
license under a separate agency or organization, nor does it entitle the Construction of a Building,
which may require Safety Codes permits for Development of any structures regulated under the
Safety Codes Act.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this Bylaw is to regulate the Use and Development of land and Buildings within the
County of Vermilion River to achieve the orderly, economic, diverse, and sustainable Development
of land and for that purpose amongst other things, this Land Use Bylaw sets the following objectives:
To divide the land within the boundary of the County of Vermilion River into Districts;
To establish the roles of the Approving Authorities;
To prescribe and regulate for each District the purposes for which land and Buildings may be
respectively subdivided, developed, and used;
To establish a method of making decisions on applications for Development Permits and issuing
Development Permits for any Development provided for herein;
To provide the manner in which notice of the issuance of a Development Permit is to be given;
To implement the policies of the statutory plans of the County of Vermilion River;
To establish supplementary regulations governing certain specific Land Uses; and
To establish the procedures for making amendments to this Bylaw.
REPEAL
This Bylaw comes into force upon receiving Third and Final reading by Council and repeals Land Use
Bylaw No. 13-14 in its entirety and any resolutions made thereunder or amendments thereto, which
shall cease to have effect on the day this Bylaw comes into force.
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1.6 Transitional provisions
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TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS
An application for Subdivision or a Development Permit, which has been submitted and not yet
deemed complete, prior to the effective date of this Bylaw, shall be processed in accordance with
this Bylaw.
An application for Subdivision or Development Permit, which has been submitted and deemed
complete, but has not yet received a decision prior to the effective date of this Bylaw; may be
evaluated under the provisions herein, at the discretion of the Development Authority or the
Subdivision Authority.
An application to amend the Land Use Bylaw that has not been given third reading by Council prior
to the coming into force of this Bylaw shall be considered by Council pursuant to this Bylaw and any
other relevant Federal, Provincial, or Municipal legislation.
SEVERABILITY
If any portion of this Bylaw is held to be invalid by a decision of a court of competent jurisdiction,
that decision does not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Bylaw.
RULES OF INTERPRETATION
Compliance with the policies in this Bylaw shall be interpreted and applied as follows:
"SHALL", "MUST", and "IS" are operative words that mean that the action or actions outlined
are imperative or mandatory and therefore must be complied with, without discretion, except
in cases where a Variance has been granted pursuant to the Municipal Government Act; RSA
2000 c. M26, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time;
"SHOULD" is a directive term, which means that, in order to achieve the established goals, and
objectives, it is strongly advised that the action be taken. Exceptions shall be made only under
extenuating circumstances. When the regulation is directed to the Developer, the onus to
justify is on the applicant; and
"MAY" is a discretionary term, meaning a choice is available, with no particular direction or
guidance intended, and is usually dependent on the particular circumstances of the specific
Parcel of Land or Lot and application that are under consideration at any given moment.
"SUCH AS" indicates an idiomatic preposition meaning "for example" or "of a kind that; like" in
reference to the condition or conditions following the statement but does not implies an
exhaustive list.
"SUCH THAT" indicates an idiomatic preposition meaning "to the extent that", "as being what is
indicated; in that capacity" in reference to the condition or conditions following the statement
as a requirement for its fulfilment, but does not implies an exhaustive list.
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1.8 Rules of interpretation
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"PROVIDED THAT" indicates a conjunction meaning "if; only if", in reference to the condition or
conditions following the statement as a requirement for its fulfilment but does not implies an
exhaustive list.
"CONSIDERED" indicates an adjective meaning "to regard as" or "deem to be", in reference to
the condition or conditions following the statement.
"PERMITTED USE" means the Use of land or a Building for which a Development Permit shall be
issued upon application having been made provided that all of the regulations of this Bylaw, and
all of the matters left to the discretion or the satisfaction of Approving Authorities, have been
fulfilled to the satisfaction of the respective Approving Authority. All Permitted Uses require the
issuance of a Development Permit, unless identified as "not requiring a Development Permit" or
"exempt" under this Bylaw.
"DISCRETIONARY USE" indicates the one (1) or more Uses of land or Buildings that may be
permitted in a given District at the discretion of the Approving Authority, with or without
conditions, subject to an application having been made. Discretionary Use includes Permitted
Uses that submit a Request for a Variance application.
"MAIN USE" means a Main Use as defined in this Bylaw.
"ACCESSORY USE" means a Subordinate Use as defined in this Bylaw.
"MAIN" indicates an adjective meaning first in order of importance or principal.
"EXEMPT" means Development that does not require a Development Permit, if it meets all
requirements of this Bylaw.
Where a regulation involves two (2) or more conditions, provisions, or events connected by a
conjunction, the following shall apply:
"AND" means all the connected items shall apply in combination;
"OR" indicates that the connected items may apply singly or in combination; and
"EITHER/OR" indicates the items shall apply singly, but not in combination.
Words used in the present tense include the other tenses and derivative forms.
Words used in the singular include the plural and vice-versa.
When a word is used in the masculine, it will refer to either gender.
Examples listed in a Land Use definition are not intended to be exclusive or restrictive.
In the case of any conflict between a number written in numerals and a number written in letters,
the number written in numerals shall govern.
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Where reference is made to other legislation or documents, the reference is to the legislation or
documents then in effect and shall include all amendments and any successor legislation.
ILLUSTRATIONS
Drawings and graphic depictions are provided to assist in interpreting and understanding the
provisions of this Bylaw. Where any conflict or inconsistency arises between a drawing and the text
of the Bylaw, the text shall prevail.
METRIC AND IMPERIAL MEASUREMENTS
Within this Bylaw, both Metric and Imperial measures are normally provided with the Imperial
measures within brackets. However, the Imperial measures are approximate, and are provided only
for information.
DECISION AUTHORITIES
Development Authority
For the purposes of this Bylaw:
The Development Authority shall be the Person or Persons appointed to be the
Development Authority pursuant to the Municipality's Development Authority Bylaw,
with their duties and responsibilities that are specified in this Bylaw.
The Development Authority shall keep and maintain for the inspection of the public
during all reasonable hours, a copy of this Bylaw and all amendments thereto, and
keep a register of all applications for Development, including the decisions thereof.
For the purposes of Section 542 of the Municipal Government Act; RSA 2000 c. M26,
as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time, the Development Authority
is hereby declared to be a designated officer.
Development Authority Officer
The position of designated officer for the limited purpose of exercising the powers, duties, and
functions of a Development Authority Officer is hereby established.
The Development Authority Officer shall be appointed by resolution of Council.
The Development Authority Officer may sign, on behalf of the Development Authority, any
order, decision, approval, notice, or other thing made or given by it.
The Development Authority Officer shall:
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Keep and maintain for the inspection of the public during all reasonable hours, a copy
of this Bylaw and all amendments thereto; and
Keep a register of all applications for Development, the decisions thereon, and the
reasons therefor.
Council
The Council of the County of Vermilion River shall perform such duties as are specified for it in
this Bylaw.
Subdivision Authority
For the purposes of this Bylaw, the Subdivision Authority shall be the Person or Persons
appointed to be the Subdivision Authority pursuant to the Municipality's Subdivision Authority
Bylaw, as amended or replaced from time to time, with their duties and responsibilities that are
specified in Part 3 of this Bylaw.
Municipal Planning Commission
For the purposes of this Bylaw, the Municipal Planning Commission shall be the Municipal
Planning Commission as established by Bylaw pursuant to Section 626 of the Municipal
Government Act.
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board established by the Municipality's Subdivision
and Development Appeal Board Bylaw shall perform such duties as are specified in Section 1.12
of this Bylaw.
Municipal Government Board
The Municipal Government Board consists of the Persons appointed by the Lieutenant
Governor in Council, on the recommendation of the Minister, pursuant to the Municipal
Government Act; RSA 2000 c. M26, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time, for
such duties as are specified under Sections 619 and Section 678 of the Act and for the purposes
of Section 1.12 of this Bylaw.
DEVELOPMENT AND SUBDIVISION APPEALS
Development Appeals and Procedures
An appeal on a decision of the Development Authority may be made within twenty-one (21)
days after receipt of written notice issued under Section 2.2 of this Bylaw to the Subdivision and
Development Appeal Board:
where a Development Authority:
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refuses or fails to make a decision on a Development Permit application within
forty (40) days of receipt of a completed application or prior to the expiry date
of an agreement between the applicant(s) and the Development Authority
Officer to extend the 40-day period herein described; or
issues a Development Permit for a Discretionary Use subject to conditions
pursuant to this Bylaw; or
issues an order under Section 1.13 of this Bylaw.
when the applicant for a Development Permit, or a Person is affected by an order
under Section 1.13; or
when any other Person affected by an order, decision, or Development Permit made
or issued by a Development Authority.
Notwithstanding Items 1(a)(i)1 and 1(a)(i)2 above, no appeal lies in respect of the issuance of a
Development Permit for a Permitted Use unless the provisions of this Bylaw were relaxed,
varied, or misinterpreted, or the application was deemed to be refused under Section 2.2.
Notwithstanding Items 1(a)(i)1 and 1(a)(i)2 above, no appeal lies to the Subdivision and
Development Appeal Board in respect of the issuance of a Development Permit by Council in
the Direct Control District. If the decision is made by a Development Authority, the appeal is
limited to whether the Development Authority followed the directions of Council, and if the
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board finds that the Development Authority did not
follow the directions it may, in accordance with the directions, substitute their decision for the
Development Authority's decision.
An appeal shall be made by serving a written notice of appeal to the Secretary of the
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within twenty-one (21) days after:
the date of the receipt of written notice issued under Section 2.2 of this Bylaw of the
order or decision or the issuance of the Development Permit; or
if no decision is made with respect to the application within the 40-day period or
within any extension issued under Section 684 of the Act.
With respect to an order under section 645 of the Act, within twenty-one (21) days after the
date on which the order is made.
The date of notification of an order or decision or the issuance of a Development
Permit is deemed to be seven (7) days from the date the order or decision or the
notice of issuance of the Development Permit is mailed.
Each notice of appeal shall be accompanied by a fee as set by Council and shall
contain at least one reason for appeal.
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Development Appeal Hearing Procedure
Within thirty (30) days of receipt of a notice of appeal, the Subdivision and Development Appeal
Board shall hold an appeal hearing respecting the appeal.
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board shall give at least five (5) days' notice in writing
of the appeal hearing to:
the appellant;
the Development Authority from whose order, decision or Development Permit the
appeal is made;
the applicant and/or landowner(s);
those adjacent landowners who were notified under this Bylaw and any other Person
who, in the opinion of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, are affected
by the order, decision or permit; and
such other Persons as the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board specifies.
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board shall make available for public inspection and
before the commencement of the appeal hearing all relevant documents and materials
respecting the appeal, including:
the application for the Development Permit, the decision, and the notice of appeal;
or
the order of the Development Authority under Section 1.13 of this Bylaw or Section
645 of the Municipal Government Act, as amended or repealed and replaced from
time to time, as the case may be.
At the appeal hearing referred to in this Section, the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
shall hear:
the appellant or any other Person acting on his/her behalf;
the Development Authority from whose order, decision or Development Permit the appeal is
made, or if a Person is designated to act on behalf of the Development Authority, that Person;
any other Person who was served with notice of the hearing pursuant to paragraph (b) above,
and who wishes to be heard or a Person acting on his/her behalf; and
any other Person who claims to be affected by the order, decision or permit and that the
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board agrees to hear or a Person acting on his/her behalf.
Decisions on Development Appeals
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In determining an appeal, the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board:
shall comply with any applicable Land Use policies, regulations, and applicable
statutory plans, and the County's Land Use Bylaw;
shall comply with the Province's Land Use Policies and applicable regional plans;
must comply with the Inclusionary Housing provisions of the Land Use Bylaw and the
Inclusionary Housing Regulation;
may confirm, revoke, or vary the order, decision, or Development Permit or any
condition attached to any of them or make or substitute an order, decision, or permit
of its own;
must have regard for, but is not bound by, the Subdivision and Development
Regulation;
may make an order or decision or issue or confirm the issuance of a Development
Permit notwithstanding that the proposed Development does not comply with the
Land Use Bylaw, if in the opinion of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board,
the proposed Development would not:
unduly interfere with the amenities of the neighbourhood;
materially interfere with or affect the Use, enjoyment, or value of neighbouring
Lots or Parcels of Land; and
the proposed Development conforms with the Use prescribed for that land or
Building in this Bylaw.
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board shall give its decision in writing together with
reasons for the decision within fifteen (15) days of the conclusion of the appeal hearing.
If the decision of the Development Authority to approve a Development Permit application is
reversed by the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, the Development Permit shall be
null and void.
If the decision of the Development Authority to refuse a Development Permit application is
reversed by the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, the Development Authority shall
forthwith approve the Development Permit application in accordance with the decision of the
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.
If the decision of the Development Authority to approve a Development Permit is varied by the
Development Appeal Board, the Development Authority shall forthwith approve the
Development Permit application in accordance with the decision of the Subdivision and
Development Appeal Board.
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A decision made under this part of the Bylaw is final and binding on all parties and all Persons
subject only to an appeal upon a question of jurisdiction or law pursuant to the Act. An
application for leave to the Court of Appeal shall be made:
to a judge of the Court of Appeal; and
within thirty (30) days after the issuance of the order, decision, permit, or approval
sought to be appealed.
Subdivision Appeals and Procedures
A notice of appeal on a decision of the Subdivision Authority may be made within fourteen (14)
days after receipt of written notice issued under Section 2.6 of this Bylaw to:
the Municipal Government Board if:
the land that is the subject of the application is within the Green Area, as
classified by the Minister responsible for the Public Lands Act; or
the land that is the subject of the application contains, is adjacent to or is within
the prescribed distance of a Highway, a water body, a sewage treatment or Waste
Management Facility or a historical Site; or
in any other circumstances described in the regulations under section 694(1)(h.2)
of the Act.
the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board:
for all other instances; or
when a relevant agency or organizations has entered a written agreement to vary
the distances in Section 1.12(5) above, under the Subdivision and Development
Regulations.
For the purpose of Sections 1.12(5) above and 1.12(5)(a)(ii) above, the date of
receipt of the decision is deemed to be seven (7) days from the date the decision is
mailed.
If a notice of appeal is filed with the wrong Appeal Board, the Appeal Board that
receives the application must refer the appeal to the appropriate Appeal Board. The
appropriate Appeal Board then must hear the appeal as if the notice of appeal had
been filed with it, and it is deemed to have received the notice of appeal from the
applicant on the date it receives the notice of appeal from the Appeal Board that first
received the application.
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An appeal shall be made by serving a written notice of appeal to the Secretary of the
appropriate Board within fourteen (14) days after:
the date of the receipt of written notice issued under Section 2.6 of this Bylaw of the
decision of the Subdivision authority; or
deemed refusal by the Subdivision Authority, in accordance with Section 681 of the
Municipal Government Act; RSA 2000 c. M26, as amended or repealed and replaced
from time to time, as amended.
if no decision is made with respect to the application within the time prescribed by
the Subdivision and Development regulations, or within any extension issued under
Section 681 of the Act.
Each notice of appeal shall be accompanied by a fee as set by Council and shall contain at least
one reason for appeal.
Subdivision Appeal Hearing Procedure
A Subdivision and Development Appeal Board hearing an appeal under section 678 of the Act
must hold the hearing within thirty (30) days after receiving a notice of appeal.
The Municipal Government Board hearing an appeal under section 678 of the Act must hold the
hearing within sixty (60) days after receiving a notice of appeal.
The Appeal Board hearing the appeal shall give at least five (5) days' notice in writing of the
appeal hearing to:
the applicant for Subdivision approval;
the Subdivision Authority that made the decision;
the applicant and/or landowner(s);
if land that is the subject of the application is adjacent to the boundaries of another
Municipality, the adjacent Municipality;
any school board to whom the application was referred;
every relevant agency or organization that was given a copy of the application
pursuant to the Subdivision and Development Regulations; and
such other Persons as the Appeal Board specifies.
Paragraphs (4), (5) and (6) do not apply to an appeal of the deemed refusal of an
application under section 653.1(8) of the MGA.
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At the appeal hearing referred to in this Section, the Appeal Board shall hear:
a Person or entity that was notified pursuant to Section 1.12(6)(c) above;
the Subdivision Authority from whose order, decision, or Development Permit the appeal is
made, or if a Person is designated to act on behalf of the Subdivision Authority, such Person;
each Owner of Adjacent Land to the land that is the subject of the appeal, or a Person acting on
any of those Persons' behalf; and
any other Person or entity who claims to be affected by the order, decision, or permit and that
the Appeal Board agrees to hear or a Person acting on his/her behalf.
Decisions on Subdivision Appeals
In determining an appeal, the Board hearing the appeal:
must act in accordance with any applicable Regional Plan;
must have regard to any statutory plan;
must comply with the Inclusionary Housing provisions of the Land Use Bylaw and the
Inclusionary Housing Regulation;
must conform with the Uses of land referred to in a Land Use Bylaw;
must be consistent with the Land Use Policies;
must have regard to, but is not bound by, the Subdivision and Development
Regulations;
may confirm, revoke, or vary the approval or decision or any condition imposed by
the Subdivision Authority, or make, or substitute an approval, decision or condition
of its own;
may, in addition to the other powers it has, exercise the same power as a Subdivision
Authority is permitted to exercise pursuant to Part 17 of the Act, or the regulations
or bylaws under Part 17 of the Act, as amended or repealed and replaced from time
to time.
In the case of an appeal of the deemed refusal of an application, in which the Subdivision
Authority considered complete, the board must determine whether the documents and
information that the applicant provided met the requirements of section 653.1(2) of the Act.
Section 1.12(8)(a)(ii) above, does not apply to an appeal of the deemed refusal of an
application under section 653.1(8) of the Act, in which an application was considered
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incomplete and the applicant failed to submit all the outstanding information and documents
required to be considered complete.
The Appeal Board shall give its decision in writing together with reasons for the decision within
fifteen (15) days of the conclusion of the appeal hearing.
When on an appeal the Municipal Government Board or the Subdivision and Development
Appeal Board approves an application for Subdivision approval, the applicant must submit the
plan of Subdivision or other instrument to the Subdivision Authority from whom the appeal was
made for endorsement by it.
If a Subdivision Authority fails or refuses to endorse a plan of Subdivision or other instrument
submitted to it pursuant to Section 1.12(8)(e) above, the member of the board that heard the
appeal who is authorized to endorse the instrument may do so.
ENFORCEMENT, PENALTIES, AND FINES
Contravention and Stop Orders
Every Person or corporation who violates any of the provisions of this Bylaw or who suffers or
permits any act or thing to be done in violation of any of the provisions of this Bylaw, or who
neglects to do or refrains from doing anything required to be done by any of the provisions of
this Bylaw, or who does any act which violates any of the provisions of this Bylaw, or fails to
comply with any order, notice, or direction given under this Bylaw is in contravention and guilty
of an offence against this Bylaw and is liable to the penalties hereby imposed.
Where the Development Authority finds that a Development or Use of land or Buildings is not in
accordance with:
the Municipal Government Act or the regulations; or
a Development Permit or Subdivision approval; or
any relevant statutory plan, bylaw, or policy; or
this Land Use Bylaw;
the Development Authority may, in accordance with the Municipal Government Act;
RSA 2000 c. M26, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time, by giving
notice in writing to, within the time frame specified by the notice, as the case may be
order the registered Owner, the Person in possession of the land or Buildings, or the
Person responsible for the contravention, or all or any of them to:
stop the Development or Use of the land or Buildings in whole or in part as
directed by the notice; and/or
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demolish, remove or replace the Development; and/or
take such other measures as are specified in the notice so that the Development
or Use of the land or Buildings is in accordance with the Act, the regulations, a
Development Permit, Subdivision approval or this Bylaw,
Where a notice is issued under Section 1.13(1)(b) above, the notice shall state the following
and any other information considered necessary by the Development Authority:
an explanation of the contravention, and a statement indicating under which
provisions of this Bylaw or the Act the order is being cared out;
the alternatives and processes which the Person responsible for the contravention
may pursue in order to correct the contravention;
a time frame in which the contravention must be corrected prior to the County of
Vermilion River pursuing action; and
advise the Person of his/her right to appeal the notice to the Subdivision and
Development Appeal Board.
The date on which the order was made;
must be given or sent to the Person or Persons referred to in Section 1.13(1)(a)
above, on the same day the decision is made.
Where a Person fails or refuses to comply with an order directed to him/her pursuant to Section
1.13(1)(a) above, or an order of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, the
Development Authority may, in accordance with Section 542 of the Act, enter upon the land or
Building and take such action as is necessary to carry out the order.
Where the Development Authority carries out an order, the County shall, as part of its process,
ask the courts to allow it to cause the costs and expenses incurred in carrying out the order to
be placed on the tax roll as an additional tax against the Property concerned, and that amount
shall be collected in the same manner as taxes on land.
The County may register a Caveat under the Land Titles Act pursuant to the Order against the
certificate of title that is subject to the Order in accordance with Section 646(2) of the Act.
Enforcement
This Bylaw may be enforced, and the contravention of any provisions contained herein
restrained, by the Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta upon action brought by Council, whether
or not any penalty has been imposed for the contravention.
A Person who:
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contravenes any provision of the Act or the regulations under the Act;
contravenes this Bylaw;
contravenes an order under this Section and/or Section 645 of the Act;
contravenes a Development Permit or Subdivision approval or a condition attached
thereto, and/or
obstructs or hinders any Person in the exercise or performance of his powers or duties
under this Act, the regulations under the Act or this Bylaw
is guilty of an offense and is liable to a fine prescribed in Section 566 of the Act.
If a Person is found guilty of an offense under Section 1.13 of this Bylaw (Section 557 of the
Act), the court may, in addition to any other penalty imposed, order the Person to comply with:
the Act and the regulations under the Act;
this Bylaw;
an order under this Section and/or Section 645 of the Act; and/or
a Development Permit or Subdivision approval or a condition attached to a
Development Permit or Subdivision approval.
Any written notice, or order, or decision that is required under any provision of this Bylaw is
deemed to have been served on the Person whom it is addressed when the Order has been:
in the case of an individual, delivered personally to the individual, or left for the
individual at his or her last known address with a Person on the Premises who appears
to be at least eighteen (18) years of age; or
in the case of a Person, Partnership, Firm, Company, or Corporation by post mail or
personal delivery to either the last known registered office or business address of the
Person, Partnership, Firm, Company, or Corporation; or
in the event that the County is unsuccessful in its attempts to serve the Order
pursuant to Sections 1.131.13(2)(a), (b), or (c) above, a Designated Officer may post
a copy of the Order in a conspicuous place on the Property referred to in the Order,
where the Designated Officer has reason to believe that the Person to whom the
Order is addressed is evading service, and that there is no other reasonable means of
service available.
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In addition to the process and penalties described above, the Development Authority or any
other Person identified as a designated officer by the Council for the purposes of this Section
1.13 shall be authorized to issue violation tickets in respect to any contravention of this Bylaw.
The Development Authority or any other Person identified as a designated officer by the
Council for the purposes of this Section 1.13 may issue a violation ticket to any Person alleged
to have breached any provision of this Bylaw.
The violation ticket shall specify the alleged offence committed by the Person to whom the
violation ticket is issued and require payment, within twenty-one (21) days from the Date of
Issue of the violation ticket, of a fine to the County.
Persons contravening any provision of this Bylaw to whom violation tickets are issued shall be
liable for a penalty of $150.00 for the first offence and $300.00 for a second or subsequent
offence. Each day that a breach of the Bylaw has occurred may be considered to be a separate
offence.
The violation ticket shall be served upon the alleged offender personally or delivered by regular
mail. If payment is made within the time limit, then such payment shall be accepted in lieu of
prosecution for the offence.
If a Person who has been served with a violation ticket fails to pay the fine specified therein,
then the right of the alleged offender to settle the alleged offence without a court appearance
shall no longer apply and prosecution for the alleged offence shall proceed.
If the Person who was served with the violation ticket is thereafter prosecuted and convicted of
the offence specified in the violation ticket, the fine imposed shall not be less than $200.00,
plus court costs, for each offence.
LAND USE BYLAW AMENDMENT
Application for Amendment
Subject to the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, as amended or repealed and
replaced from time to time, any Section or Part of this Bylaw may be amended.
Council may at any time initiate an amendment to this Bylaw, but prior to first reading of any
proposed amendment the proposal shall be referred to the Development Authority Officer to
prepare an amendment application, reports, and recommendations.
Any Person may apply to have this Bylaw amended by applying in writing, by submitting the
application form provided by the County of Vermilion River along with applicable fees, and
request that the Development Authority present the application to Council.
An applicant proposing to amend this Bylaw for a purpose of clarification of an existing
provision must provide the following information:
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pay the County of Vermilion River an application and advertising fee as set by Council;
undertake in writing on a form provided by the County of Vermilion River to be liable
for, and pay on demand, all expenses made necessary by the processing of the
proposed amendment which the County may incur, whether it be enacted or not,
including but not limited to map printing and reproduction costs, surveys and
advertising charges;
reasons in support of the application;
drawings showing the subject Site, the proposed District and the proposed Use and
Development to be proposed on the Site, if applicable;
the program of land servicing, if applicable;
a recent title search (dated within thirty days of the date the application is received)
of the land affected and/or other documents satisfactory to the Development
Authority showing the applicant's interest in the said land, if applicable; and
where the applicant is an agent acting for the Owner, a letter from the Owner(s)
authorizing the agent to make the application.
A Person making an application to amend this Bylaw for a purpose other than the clarification
of an existing provision of this Bylaw shall:
pay the County of Vermilion River an application fee as set by Council;
undertake in writing on a form provided by the County of Vermilion River to be liable
for, and pay on demand, all expenses made necessary by the processing of the
proposed amendment which the County may incur, whether it be enacted or not,
including but not limited to map printing and reproduction costs, surveys and
advertising charges;
reasons in support of the application;
drawings showing the subject Site, the proposed District and the proposed Use and
Development to be proposed on the Site, if applicable;
the program of land servicing, if applicable;
information regarding any potential impact of the Development that would be
allowed by the proposed amendment on the existing natural or man-made
environment;
information respecting the suitability of the subject Site for the Development that
would be allowed by the proposed amendment;
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a recent title search (dated within thirty days of the date the application is received)
of the land affected and/or other documents satisfactory to the Development
Authority showing the applicant's interest in the said land, if applicable;
sign a statement authorizing the right of entry by the Development Authority to such
lands and/or Buildings as may be required for investigation of the proposed
amendment; and
any other information deemed necessary by the Development Authority or Council.
Upon receipt of an application to amend the Land Use Bylaw, the Development Authority shall:
initiate or carry out any necessary investigation or analysis of the problems involved
in or related to the amendment; and
prepare a detailed report including all maps and relevant materials for Council to
consider.
In order to carry out any necessary investigation or analysis of the problems involved in or
related to the amendment, the Development Authority may refer the application to such
agencies as they consider necessary for comment.
Upon receiving the preliminary advice of the Development Authority, the applicant shall advise
the Development Authority if:
he/she wishes the Council to proceed with the amendment as submitted by the
Person, or an alternative amendment proposed by the Council; or
he/she wishes to withdraw the application for an amendment.
As soon as reasonably convenient, the Development Authority shall submit the proposed
amendment as originally applied for, or as alternatively chosen by the applicant, as the case
may be, to the Council, accompanied by the report of the Development Authority and other
relevant material, if any, and the Council shall then consider the proposed amendment.
During deliberation on the Bylaw amendment application, Council may refer the application to
such agencies as it considers necessary for comment.
Council may request such information as it deems necessary to reach a decision on the
proposed amendment.
Notwithstanding anything in this Section, a proposed amendment which has been rejected by
Council within the previous twelve (12) months may not be reconsidered unless Council
otherwise directs.
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Proposed amendments to this Bylaw are subject to those requirements and procedures set out
in the Act regarding the enactment of Bylaws.
All amendments to this Bylaw shall be made by Council by Bylaw and in conformity with the
requirements of the Act regarding the notification and holding of a public hearing.
Public Hearing Process
At the discretion of Council, first reading of a proposed amendment may be given before the
Public Hearing process, and Council may require that the applicant pay a fee for advertising
according to the governing Land Use Bylaw advertising fee schedule as amended from time to
time by resolution of County Council.
All amendments to this Bylaw shall be made by Council, by Bylaw, and in conformity with the
requirements of the Act with regard to the holding of a Public Hearing.
Notice shall be provided for proposed bylaws, amendments, resolutions, meetings and public hearings in
conformity with the requirements of section 606 and 606.1 of the Act.
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CONTROL OF DEVELOPMENT
No Development, other than that designated in Section 2.4, shall commence, or be allowed to
commence, or carried on, or caused or allowed to be carried on, within the County unless an
application for a Development Permit has been approved and a Development Permit has been
issued.
Notwithstanding Section 2.1(1) above, where a Variance to any regulation in this Bylaw is required
for any Development listed in Section 2.2, in addition to a Development Permit a request for a
Variance Permit is also required.
No Building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no change in the existing Use or
Occupancy of a Building or structure or portion thereof, shall be made until the Development
Authority has issued a Use and Occupancy Permit as provided for in Section 2.17 herein. Issuance
of a Use and Occupancy Permit shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions
of this Bylaw or of other Provincial or Municipal regulations.
Except as otherwise allowed by this Bylaw, Development and Subdivision in each Land Use District
shall be in accordance with the Uses listed in the District and all the regulations and guidelines in
the Bylaw.
Any Person who undertakes, causes, or permits any Development or Occupancy of a Building or on
a Lot or Parcel to commence, take place, or continue to take place without a Development Permit
being issued, or after a Development Permit has been suspended or revoked; or any Person who
undertakes, causes, or permits a Use or Occupancy of a Lot or Parcel or Building before a Use and
Occupancy Permit has been issued, or after a Use and Occupancy Permit has been suspended or
revoked; shall discontinue such Development and/or Use or Occupancy forthwith upon notice in
writing issued under Section 1.13 requiring so, and shall not resume such Development, Use, or
Occupancy unless a permit to that effect has been issued or the permit reinstated.
Any Person applying for, or in possession of, a Development Permit is not relieved from full
responsibility for ascertaining and complying with or carrying out Development in accordance with,
but not limited to:
The requirements of the Alberta Safety Codes Act;
Bylaws of the County;
County Policy;
General Municipal Servicing Standards, as amended;
The requirements of Alberta Agricultural Operation Practices Act;
Highway Development Act; and
the requirements of any other relevant federal, provincial, or municipal legislation.
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DEVELOPER RESPONSIBILITIES
A Person to whom a Development Permit has been issued shall obtain from the appropriate
authority where applicable, permits relating to Building, grades, sewers, sanitary and storm water
disposal, water mains, electricity, and all other permits required in connection with the proposed
Development.
Obtain and maintain in good standing provincial licensing or authorization that may be required, as
applicable under the provisions of the New Home Buyer Protection Act.
The holder of a valid Development Permit is:
responsible for ensuring compliance with any Regulation, Bylaw, Act, or Agreement, which may
affect the proposed project.
financially responsible during Construction for any damage by the applicant, his/her servants,
suppliers, agents, or contractors to any public or private Property.
responsible of preventing excess soil or debris from being spilled on public Road allowances,
streets, Lanes, sidewalks, and adjacent private properties.
responsible to provide for appropriate fire protection measures in an application for
Development, Subdivision, a Site Development Plan, or an Area Structure Plan.
responsible for ensuring that no Building or Use is used, occupied or continued to be used or
occupied; and that no change in the existing Occupancy classification of a Building takes place,
continues or is allowed to take place or continue until the Developer, proposed user, or
proposed Occupant of said Development, Building is issued a Use and Occupancy Permit.
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DEVELOPMENT COMMENCEMENT AND
COMPLETION
If the Development authorized by a Development Permit is not commenced within twelve (12)
months from the date of its issuance and carried out with reasonable diligence within two (2) years
of the date of issuance, the permit is deemed null and void, unless an extension to this period has
previously been granted by the Development Authority.
No Development that has been undertaken in accordance with a Development Permit shall be used
until an Occupancy Permit has been obtained, pursuant to the provisions under Section 2.17 of this
Bylaw.
Upon application to the Development Authority, and prior to the expiry of an approved
Development Permit application, the Development Authority may grant an extension for the
completion of a Development to the effective period of a Development Permit for a period that
shall not exceed twelve (12) months.
When a Development Permit expires before the completion of a Development and an extension has
not been granted, application for a new Development Permit is required. The new application will
be reviewed and a decision issued based on the current merits of the proposed Development in
relation to applicable current municipal, provincial, and federal regulations, requirements, policies,
and practices. The Development Authority shall not be obliged to approve a Development Permit
based on a previous approval.
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DEVELOPMENT NOT REQUIRING A PERMIT
The following Development shall not require a Development Permit:
the carrying out of works of Maintenance or repair to any Building, provided that such works do
not include Structural Alterations or major works of Renovation that would require a Building
permit;
the completion of a Building, which was lawfully under Construction at the date of the first
publication of the notice required by the Act, provided that the Building is completed in
accordance with the terms of any permit granted in respect of it and subject to the conditions
to which such permit was granted, and provided also that the Building, whether or not a permit
was granted in respect of it, is completed within a period of twelve (12) months from the said
date of the first publication of the notice;
the Use of any such Buildings as referred to in paragraph (b) above, for the purpose for which
Construction was commenced;
the erection, Construction, or Maintenance, improvement or alteration of gates, Fences, or
walls or other means of enclosure, unless the gate, Fence, wall, or other means of enclosure
exceeds the regulations indicated in Section 4.5(12) of this Bylaw. Including the Maintenance,
improvement, and other alterations of any gates, Fences, or walls, or other means of enclosure,
unless the fencing material is razor wire. An approved Development Permit shall always be
necessary before razor wire can be used as a fencing material;
a temporary Building or Sign, the sole purpose of which is incidental to the erection or
alteration of a Building, for which a permit has been issued under this Bylaw;
the Maintenance and repair of public works, services, and utilities carried out by or on behalf of
federal, provincial, and municipal public authorities on land which is publicly Owned or
controlled;
on Parcels of Land exceeding 32 ha (80 ac.) used for Farming and not Intensive Agriculture or a
Confined Feeding Operation, the Construction of accessory farm Uses such as corrals and Game
Fences, but not including residences, machine Shops, barns, granaries, Dugouts, or similar
Developments or any proposed Development within 40 m (134 ft.) of the centre line of a
County Road or within the Setbacks established in Section 4.6 of this Bylaw;
a Building or structure with a gross Floor Area of under 13.5 square metres (145 sq. ft.) which is
not on a permanent foundation.
Construction with a total value of under $3,500.00, including the nominal value of labour;
a Deck or Patio provided that no Construction occur above 1.0 metre (3.3 ft.) in height above
grade;
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grading and/or Landscaping, not including the removal of top soil, where the proposed grades
will not adversely affect the drainage of the subject or adjacent Lots or Parcels of Land,
including the hard-surfacing of part of a Lot in a Residential District for the purposes of
providing vehicular access from a Road to an attached or detached Garage or Carport, provided
that such hard-surfacing does not exceed 7.5 m (24.6 ft.) in width; except on lands affected by
an Intermunicipal Development Plan;
the erection of campaign Signs for federal, provincial, municipal or school board elections on
privately-Owned Lots for no more than thirty (30) days, or such time as regulated under
provincial or federal legislation provided that:
such Signs are removed within seven (7) days after the election date,
such Signs do not obstruct or impair vision or traffic,
such Signs are not attached to Fences, trees, or utility poles; and
such Signs indicate the name and address of the sponsor and the Person responsible
for removal;
the placement of one (1) Sign on internal Sites, or two (2) Signs on corner Sites advertising a
residential Property for sale or rent displayed on the Property to which it (or they) pertain(s)
during the time the Property is being offered for sale or rent, with removal to be within one (1)
month after the sale or rental agreement has been entered into, provided that such Signs are a
maximum of 0.6 m2 (6.5 sq. ft.) in area and provided further that such Signs are placed or
erected no closer than 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) to a Road right-of-way;
Development within a Basement which does not change or add to the Uses within a Dwelling;
the Development of land for a Confined Feeding Operation or a Manure Storage Facility if the
Confined Feeding Operation or Manure Storage Facility is the subject of an approval,
registration or authorization under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act;
the demolition or removal of any Building or structure for which erection a Development Permit
would not be required pursuant to Sections 2.4(1)(d) through(j) above, both inclusive.
Notwithstanding any other provision in Section 2.2, the Development Authority may, at its sole
discretion, waive the requirement for a Development Permit for:
Buildings accessory to Extensive Agriculture less than 600 sq. ft; or
Sea Cans within the Agricultural (A) District on Parcels or Lots greater than 2.02 ha (5.0 ac); or
if after reviewing the Development Permit application, it is determined by the Development
Authority that the proposed Development will not:
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materially interfere with the amenities of, or change the character of the area;
materially interfere with or affect the Use and enjoyment of adjacent properties;
adversely impact the environment;
result in excessive demand on municipal services, utilities and Road access; and
will comply with all regulations in this Land Use Bylaw, including regulations in the
applicable District, unless a Variance has been granted by the Development Authority.
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DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS DECISIONS
The Development Authority shall:
receive and review all applications for Development Permits;
refer to Council for its consideration and decision all Development Permit applications for
significant Discretionary Uses within a Direct Control (DC District); and
consider and decide on all other Development Permit applications within a Direct Control (DC
District);
consider and decide on all other applications for Development Permits;
shall issue decisions for Development applications for those Uses listed in Direct Control
Districts when directed to do so by Council.
The Development Authority, in making a decision on a Development Permit application for:
A Permitted Use that conforms to the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time of application, as
amended:
may approve the application unconditionally,
may approve the application subject to those conditions he/she considers
appropriate,
may approve the application permanently or for a limited amount of time, or
shall refuse the application, if the proposed Development does not conform to the
Land Use Bylaw in force at the time of application, as amended.
A Discretionary Use, as designated in the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time of application, as
amended:
may approve the application, if it meets the requirements of this Bylaw, with or
without conditions, based on the merits of the application including any approved
statutory plan or approved policy affecting the Site;
may refuse the application even though it meets the requirements of this Bylaw; or
shall refuse the application, if the proposed Development does not conform to the
Land Use Bylaw in force at the time of application, as amended.
shall refuse the application, if the proposed Variance does not conform to the Land
Use Bylaw in force at the time of application, as amended
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The Development Authority may approve an application for a Development Permit even though the
proposed Development does not comply with the regulations of this Bylaw, or if the Development
is to be a rebuilding, an enlargement, an addition, or a structural alteration of a Non-Conforming
Building, if, regarding the circumstances and merits of the application, in the opinion of the
Development Authority:
the proposed Development would not:
unduly interfere or disturb the order and enjoyment of the amenities of the
neighbourhood; or
materially interfere with or affect the Use, enjoyment, or value of neighbouring
Parcels of Land; or
the proposed Development is similar to the Uses prescribed for that land or Building in this
Bylaw; or
the suitability of the design, character, and appearance of the proposed Development is
compatible with and complementary to the surrounding properties; or
the proposed Development preserves the purpose and intent of any statutory plan adopted by
the County; or
the proposed Development preserves the purpose and intent of any non-statutory plan and
relevant policy adopted by the County that is applicable to that land or Building in this Bylaw.
In reviewing a Development Permit application for a Permitted or Discretionary Use, the
Development Authority shall consider any technical study as may be required in Section 2.7 and/or
as prescribed in the Designated District, or any of provisions made under this Bylaw, or any statutory
or non-statutory plan and relevant policy adopted by the County.
A Development Permit may be issued on a temporary basis for a period specified by the
Development Authority, which shall be specified on the permit. Upon the expiry of such time, the
Use allowed shall be Discontinued and any Buildings that were erected because of the Development
Permit shall be removed, and the Site restored to its original condition prior to the issuance of the
Development Permit.
An application to extend the duration of a Temporary Development Permit shall be dealt with as a
new Development Permit application. There shall be no obligation to approve a Development
Permit on the basis that the previous permit had been issued.
Notwithstanding any provisions or requirements of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may
establish a more stringent standard for a Discretionary Use when the Development Authority deems
it necessary to do so.
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The Development Authority shall refuse a Development Permit for a Use or Development that is
not listed as Permitted or Discretionary within the proposed Land Use District.
Notwithstanding Section 2.5(8) above, in the case where a proposed Use or Development is not
defined and provided for in any Land Use District in this Bylaw, the Development Authority may
allow the Use or Development as a Discretionary Use, if at his/her sole discretion it is determined
that the proposed Use or Development is similar in character and purpose to a defined Permitted
or Discretionary Use provided for in a particular Land Use District in this Bylaw.
An application for a Development Permit shall be deemed to be refused when a decision is not
made by the Development Authority within forty (40) days after receipt and acceptance of a
complete application by the Development Authority, unless an agreement to extend the forty (40)
day period is established between the applicant(s) and the Development Authority.
Where the Development of land involves a Subdivision of land, issuance of a Development Permit
is subject to the provisions in Part 3 of this Bylaw.
Notwithstanding Section 2.5(11) above, the Development Authority may consider a Development
Permit application on existing registered Lots.
The Development Authority may suspend or revoke a Development Permit:
at any time, where the permit was issued on the basis of incorrect or inconsistent information,
fraud, non-disclosure, or misrepresentation on the part of the applicant;
if the applicant fails to comply with conditions of the approval outlined in a Development
Permit;
the conditions of approval outlined in a Development cease to be complied with;
any Person undertakes, causes, or permits any Use and Occupancy or Development on a Lot or
Parcel contrary to the conditions of a permit;
the Development does not comply with the Development agreement or Restrictive Covenant;
If, in the opinion of the Development Authority, it appears that a Development Permit has been
obtained by misrepresentation, the Development Authority may suspend, revoke, or modify the
Development Permit.
if requested to do so by the applicant; or
within 14 days of issue of the permit, where the permit was issued in error.
In the case of refusal of an application for a Development Permit, whether refused pursuant to this
Part or ultimately after appeal pursuant to Section 1.12 of this Bylaw, the Development Authority
may, at his/her sole discretion, either accept or refuse the submission of another application for a
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permit on the same Lot or Parcel of Land for the same or a Similar Use submitted by the same or
any other applicant during the six (6) months following the date of the refusal.
All Development in the County, in addition to the requirements of this Bylaw, shall satisfy any other
requirements of Provincial or Federal Legislation or Regulations, including, without limiting the
foregoing, the Safety Codes Act and Regulations made under the Act, as well as the Water Act and
the Provincial Wetland Restoration/Compensation Guide.
Conditions of Development Permits
The Development Authority may require a Developer to pay an off-Site levy in respect of land
that is to be developed or subdivided, in accordance with County Bylaws.
The Development Authority shall impose as conditions those mitigation and other necessary
measures required by an environmental assessment carried out pursuant to the Canadian
Environmental Assessment Act to minimize any potential adverse environmental effects.
The Development Authority shall impose as conditions those mitigation and other necessary
measures considered necessary to minimize any potential impacts, based on the results
technical study as may be required in Section2.7, and/or as prescribed in the Designated
District, or any of provisions made under this Bylaw, or any statutory or non-statutory plan and
relevant policy adopted by the County.
The Development Authority shall impose conditions requiring the applicant to make satisfactory
arrangements for the supply of gas, water, electric power, telephone, sewer service, vehicular,
and pedestrian access and any other utility, service, or facility, including payment of installation
or Construction costs by the applicant.
The Development Authority may impose a condition that the applicant enter into an agreement
with the County for any of the following:
to construct or pay for the Construction or improvement of a public Roadway
required to give access to the Development;
to construct or pay for the Construction of a pedestrian walkway system to serve the
Development; or a pedestrian walkway that will connect the pedestrian walkway
system serving the Development with a pedestrian walkway system that serves or is
proposed to serve an adjacent Development, or both;
to specify the location, standard, and number of vehicular and pedestrian access
locations to a Site from public Roadways;
to install or pay for the installation of utilities to municipal standards necessary to
serve the Development;
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to construct or pay for utilities, Roadways, and improvements with an excess capacity
pursuant to the Act, Section 650;
to construct or pay for the Construction of servicing and community facilities, and
Garbage, loading and unloading facilities; and
to give security to the County to ensure terms of the agreement under Section 2.5(16)
above, are carried out.
The Development Authority shall impose a condition requiring the applicant to repair or
reinstate, or to pay for the repair or reinstatement, to original condition any street furniture,
curbing, sidewalk, Boulevard Landscaping, and tree planting which may be damaged, destroyed,
or otherwise harmed by the Development.
The Development Authority shall impose conditions respecting the paving, fencing, and
Landscaping of the Lot and adjacent public Roadways during and after its Development
including that the applicant provide security in the amount of 125% of the estimated paving,
fencing, and Landscaping cost, the condition of the security being that, if these works are not
completed in accordance with this Bylaw and the Landscaping within one (1) year after the
completion of the Development, then the amount fixed shall be paid to the County for its use in
completing the works.
The Development Authority shall impose conditions respecting the time within which a
Development or any part of it is to be completed; and
The Development Authority shall impose conditions limiting the length of time that a
Development Permit may continue in effect.
The County Council may impose the following conditions in a Development Permit approved by
it:
any of the conditions that the Development Authority may impose in a Development
Permit;
a condition imposing a Development standard that is more restrictive or onerous than
the regulations of this Bylaw, having regard to:
1.
the nature of the Development,
2.
any applicable Federal, Provincial, or Municipal legislation, including the
Municipal Development Plan, any applicable statutory plan, and
3.
the provisions of this Bylaw; and
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4. any relevant caveat, Easement, instrument, agreement, or other legal
requirement under the Land Titles Act registered against the certificate of
title.
such other conditions as it considers appropriate to the circumstances.
The County may register a caveat in respect of an agreement under this Section against the Lot
or Parcel that is subject of the Development Permit. The caveat may be discharged when the
agreement has been complied with.
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DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS NOTICE OF
DECISION
Within five (5) working days after a decision on a Development Permit application, the Development
Authority Officer shall send a notice by regular mail of the decision to the applicant and post a notice
in a place available to public view in the County office, indicating the disposition of the application.
Mailing the notice is not required when an applicant picks up a copy of the decision.
In addition to Section 2.6(1), within five (5) working days after a decision on a Development Permit
application for a Discretionary Use or after a Variance has been granted, the Development Authority
Officer shall:
mail a notice in writing to all adjacent landowners and any other landowners who, in the sole
opinion of the Development Authority, may be affected, to provide notice of the decision and
right of appeal;
publish a notice of the decision in a newspaper circulating in the Municipality stating the legal
description of the Property, municipal address of the application, nature of the approved
Development, and right of appeal; and
when the Lot on which the approved Development Permit is located within a multi-Lot country
residential Subdivision, mail a notice in writing to all Owners of Lots within that multi-Lot
country residential Subdivision stating the legal description of the Property, municipal address
of the application, nature of the approved Development, and right of appeal.
Notice of a decision on a Development Permit application shall be sent by electronic means if:
The applicant has consented to receive documents by electronic means and has provided an
email address, website or other electronic address in their application for this purpose; and
It is possible to make a copy of the document from the electronic transmission.
A document sent by electronic means is considered to have been received seven (7) days after it
was sent.
When the Development Authority refuses an application for a Development Permit, the decision
shall contain reasons for the refusal, the period within which an appeal can be made, and to whom
the applicant may appeal, if so desired.
Development Permit appeals are subject to the provisions under Section 1.12 of this Bylaw.
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DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS
REQUIREMENTS
All applications for a Development Permit shall be submitted to the Development Authority in
writing, on the corresponding application form provided by the Municipality and must be fully
completed and signed by the applicant and registered Owner(s).
A fee as established by Council shall accompany each application for a Development Permit. This
fee may vary dependent on whether a Development Permit application has followed an
enforcement action pursuant to Section 1.13 of this Bylaw.
Development Permit Applications will only be processed when it is completed in its entirety. In
order for an application to be considered complete, all required items, AND any applicable
additional supportive information either requested when making an application or during the
process of reviewing an application, must be submitted to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority.
The Development Authority must, within twenty (20) days after the receipt of the application for a
Development Permit, determine whether the application is complete. This time period may be
extended by an agreement in writing between the applicant and the Development Authority.
If the Development Authority does not make a determination referred to in Section 2.7(4) above,
within the time required, the application is deemed to be complete.
A written notice must be issued to the applicant for the following:
Acknowledgement that the application is complete.
Acknowledgement that the application is incomplete, and request of any outstanding
documents and information referred to in the notice must be submitted by the date set out in
the notice or a later date agreed on between the applicant and Development Authority, in order
for the application to be considered complete.
Acknowledgment that the application is complete if the Development Authority determines
that the information and documents submitted under Section 2.7(6)(b) above, are completed.
Acknowledgement that the application is deemed refused, if the application fails to submit all
the outstanding information and documents on or before the date referred to in Section
2.7(6)(b) above.
Despite the Development Authority issuing an acknowledgement that an application is complete,
during the course of review the Development Authority may request any additional information it
considers necessary during the decision-making process.
Required items for an application may include:
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at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary pursuant to
Section 2.14 of this Bylaw.
Copy of provincial licensing or authorization, as applicable under the provisions of the New
Home Buyer Protection Act.
if applicable, a business registration form;
a Site plan, to scale, showing the legal description; north arrow; municipal address; location and
dimensions of Property Lines; existing utility rights-of-way and Easements; Fences; driveways;
paved areas; proposed front, rear, and Side Yards, if any; any provisions for Off-Street loading
and Vehicle parking; access and egress points to the Site; and any encumbrance such as rights-
of-way;
existing and proposed Building dimensions, to scale, including, but not limited to, the house,
Garage, Decks and any covered structures such as car ports;
the type and location of water supply and sewage and Waste water disposal facilities;
a statement of existing and proposed Uses;
a statement of Ownership of the land and the interest of the applicant therein;
the signatures of at least one of the registered landowners listed on the Certificate of Title;
the estimated commencement and completion dates;
the estimated cost of the project or contract price;
an application fee as established by resolution of Council;
written consent from the registered Owner authorizing the right-of-entry by the Development
Authority to such lands or Buildings as may be required for investigation of the proposed
Development;
information on abandoned oil and gas wells as required by the Subdivision and Development
Regulation and ERCB Directive 079;
floor plans, elevations, and sections of any proposed Buildings;
drainage, grading and Landscaping plans which provide pre- and post-Construction Site
elevations;
a mitigation plan detailing how vegetation, topography disturbance, erosion, or any impacts due
to Development are to be minimized;
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in the case of an application for a Development Permit on Crown Land, Provincial authorization
for the Development; and
any other information as required by the Development Authority.
In consideration of a Site Development Plan, or when required an Area Structure Plan, proposal for
commercial or industrial development the Development Authority shall consider whether the
proposal:
precisely defines the extent boundaries of the proposal;
designates suitable building sites;
ensures the functional integrity of the adjacent roads is maintained through the use of service
roads and limited access points;
defines standards of development consistent with this Land Use Bylaw, including architectural,
landscaping, and sign controls;
identifies methods and facilities for servicing;
includes groundwater and soil permeability tests; and
any other matters identified by County Policy.
The Development Authority may also require additional supportive information in order to assess
the conformity of a proposed Development with this Bylaw before consideration of the
Development Permit application shall commence. Such information may include:
a Real Property Report, or other documentation indicating the exact location of all structures on
the Property (prepared within the last five (5) years, in a form that is acceptable to the
Development Authority;
a storm water management plan approved by Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource
Development (or other appropriate provincial authority);
a certified geotechnical report prepared, stamped and signed by a qualified professional
registered in the Province of Alberta in potentially hazardous or unstable areas;
a certified biophysical assessment prepared, stamped and signed by a professional registered in
the Province of Alberta, on the impacts of the proposed Development on wildlife habitat or
natural environments;
a reclamation plan for aggregate extraction or Site grading and Excavation;
an environmental assessment to determine potential contamination and mitigation;
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in the case of the placement of an already constructed or partially constructed Building on a Lot
or Parcel of Land, information relating to the age and condition of the Building and its
compatibility with the District in which it is to be located;
for Subdivisions adjacent to water bodies and watercourses, an engineering and/or geotechnical
study to determine an adequate Setbacks based on soil conditions and slope stability prepared,
stamped and signed by a registered professional engineer or hydro-geologist, registered in the
Province of Alberta.
an environmental impact assessment describing a Development's potential environmental
effects;
a cumulative effects assessment prepared, stamped and signed by a professional, registered to
practice in the Province of Alberta, describing a Development's potential cumulative effects;
the identification of all rights-of-way and Easements within or Abutting the subject Property;
and/or
any additional information as the Development Authority deems necessary.
When, in the opinion of the Development Authority, sufficient details of the proposed Development
have not been included with the application for a Development Permit, the Development Authority
may, at its sole discretion, either return the application to the applicant for further details or make
a decision on the application with the information it has available. An incomplete application shall
be deemed to not have been submitted until all required details have been provided to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority.
In the case of an application for a Development Permit on Crown Land, the County will require
Provincial authorization prior to the issuance of a Development Permit.
The Development Authority may make a decision on an application for a Development Permit
notwithstanding that any information required or requested has not been submitted.
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the application requirements indicated in Sections 2.7(1) through 2.7(13) above,
and prior to considering an application complete, each application for industrial development
shall be accompanied by the following information and any additional supportive information
required by the Development Authority:
at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary
pursuant to Section 2.14 of this Bylaw.
1.
business registration form;
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2. type of industry;
3. estimated number of employees;
4. estimated water demand and anticipated source;
5. estimated gas demand and anticipated source;
6. type of effluent and method of treatment;
7. type of air emissions and method of abatement;
8. estimated noise generated by the Development and method of abatement;
9. estimated light generated by the Development and (if necessary) method of
abatement;
10. transportation routes to be used and estimated traffic impact,
11. reason for specific location;
12. means of solid Waste disposal;
13. any accessory works required (pipeline, railway spurs, power lines, etc.);
14. anticipated residence location of employees;
15. municipal servicing costs associated with the Development;
16. physical suitability of Site with respect to soils, slopes and drainage;
17. if a Subdivision is involved, the size and number of Lots and proposed
phasing of Development (if any);
18. servicing requirements and provisions for meeting them;
19. costs associated with providing new or upgraded municipal services
associated with the Development, and/or
20. any other information as may be reasonably required by the Development
Authority.
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COMMERCIAL & RECREATION DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the application requirements indicated Sections 2.7(1) through 2.7(13) above,
each application for a commercial or recreation Developments shall be accompanied by the
following information and any additional supportive information required by the Development
Authority:
at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary
pursuant to Section 2.14 of this Bylaw.
business registration form;
physical suitability of Site with respect to soils, slopes and drainage;
the size and number of Lots and proposed phasing of Development (if any);
servicing requirements and provisions for meeting them;
estimated water demand and anticipated source;
estimated gas demand and anticipated source;
type of effluent and method of treatment;
type of air emissions and method of abatement;
estimated noise generated by the Development and method of abatement;
estimated light generated by the Development and (if necessary) method of
abatement;
costs associated with providing new or upgraded municipal services associated with
the Development;
the requirements and provisions for employee and customer parking and for Site
access;
a Landscaping plan;
cross-sections and elevations for each Building;
a list of proposed Uses;
transportation routes and estimated traffic impact; and/or
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any other information as may be reasonably required by the Development Authority.
All commercial developments shall obtain the approvals and permits required by provincial
legislation and a development permit from the County.
Commercial development proposals are required to identify all municipal servicing costs
associated with the development. The assignment of these costs between the County and the
developer will be the basis of a development agreement to be entered into prior to a
subdivision approval or upon the issuance of a development permit. However, all development
servicing costs associated with the development, including the provision of internal roadway
systems to meet the County's Municipal Servicing Standards and the upgrading of other County
roads leading to the site in order to provide good access to the development site will be the
responsibility of the developer.
The Development Authority may request a commercial development proposal to submit an
assessment of the proposal, which:
precisely defines the boundaries of the proposal;
designates suitable building sites;
ensures the functional integrity of the adjacent roads is maintained through the use
of service roads and limited access points;
defines standards of development consistent with the County's Land Use Bylaw,
including architectural, landscaping, and sign controls;
identifies methods and facilities for servicing;
includes groundwater and soil permeability tests; and
any other matters identified by County Policy.
RESOURCE EXTRACTION DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the application requirements indicated in Sections 2.7(1) through 2.7(13) above,
the Development Authority shall require, where not required to do so by the Province, that
each application for a Development Permit for resource extraction Development be
accompanied by the following information and any additional supportive information deemed
necessary by the Development Authority:
at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary
pursuant to Section 2.14 of this Bylaw.
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if applicable, a business registration form;
a reclamation plan and a statement indicating the projected final Use of the Site. In
those cases where the proponent is required to do so by the Province, the proponent
shall submit a copy of the reclamation plan to the County;
for Class I Pits on Private Land under 5 ha. (12.5 ac.) in area: proof of approval from
Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development;
for Class II Pits on Private Land under 5 ha. (12.5 ac.) in area: a reclamation deposit in
the amount of $2,000 per acre for each acre of working pit;
statement indicating the number of years the pit is proposed to be in operation;
anticipated generation of motor Vehicle traffic estimated on a daily, weekly or
monthly basis;
number of Vehicles that will be used in the hauling of materials and the proposed
hauling route to and from the Site;
type and number of equipment to be used for each activity to be carried out on the
Site;
access locations to and from the Site, including Roads and Highways, and anticipated
traffic generation on each of the Roads and Highways resulting from the
Development;
dust control measures to be implemented, including the suppressant materials or
methods to be used either on the pit floor and on stockpiles as well as the proposed
frequency of application;
projected impacts of dust or emissions (asphalt, gravel crushing, concrete or other)
and the methods to be used for controlling such dust or emission;
proposed frequency for cleaning settled dust from, in and around gravel crushing
plants;
provisions for loading and parking;
descriptions of any noxious, toxic, radioactive, flammable or explosive materials to
be stored or used on the Site;
location of Garbage and storage areas and proposed fencing and Screening for the
same, as well as the proposed method for disposing of Garbage;
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provision of a written security plan that identifies potential dangerous situations,
area and typical procedures to be used for monitoring the Site during periods of
activity and also when activity on the Site is suspended;
proposed methods to be used to restrict public access, protect wildlife, neighbouring
Livestock and domestic animals;
quality and quantity of well water and soil tests for the water systems that may be
used in conjunction with the proposed Development;
amount of water required for the proposed Development on a daily, weekly or
monthly basis and the proposed water source;
engineering studies which demonstrate the suitability of the proposed method of
water supply;
engineering studies which demonstrate the suitability of the proposed method of
effluent disposal;
engineering studies which demonstrate the suitability of the proposed method of
surface water management;
method proposed for controlling noise, dust and drainage from the Site both during
and after completion of the operation;
profiles and cross sections showing the original ground level, the proposed depth of
any Excavation, the finished grade elevation, the depth of the over-burden and water
table elevations;
the method intended to be used for Excavation of the materials contained within the
land, backfilling, terracing, compacting, leveling, reclaiming the Site and equipment
to be used in connection therewith;
the method to be used for supporting pit walls;
size, number and location of stockpiles of topsoil, overburden and gravel;
proposed days and hours of operation for each activity and any known or regularly
anticipated periods of inactivity; and
if the proposal is located within the Historic Resources Area (HRA) Overlay, then a
Historic Resource Impact Assessment and/or clearance from Alberta Culture and
Tourism in a Historic Resources Application submitted through the Online Permitting
and Clearance (OPAC) system for approval.
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Without limiting the requirements of the Development Authority, the proponent will also be
required to enter into:
a haul Road agreement with the County; and
a Development agreement with the County.
Resource industries that utilize County infrastructure shall be required to participate in the
maintenance and upgrading of that infrastructure if the need arises, as determined by the
County.
a development permit application or approach permit for resource extraction will not
be approved until the developer enters into a haul road agreement with The County.
The developer of a natural gas or oil well site shall be required to obtain approval from the
County regarding the construction, upgrading and maintenance of access roads.
Development agreements in connection with sand, gravel and other mineral extraction
operations may be required and should make provisions for the:
reclamation of the land that was disturbed to its former agricultural capability or to a
post-extractive use whichever Council feels is more beneficial;
control of on-site noise, dust and weeds;
storage of topsoil;
separation of the resource extractive operation from any multi-lot residential
subdivision, hamlet, or urban municipality with a suitable open space buffer;
designation of all aggregate haul roads to reduce noise, excessive maintenance costs,
and dust problems; and
if required by the County, the provision of security such as an irrevocable letter of
credit to ensure reclamation will be completed.
EXCAVATION AND STRIPPING OF LAND AND/OR STOCKPILING
OF MATERIALS DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the application requirements indicated in Sections 2.7(1) through 2.7(13) above,
the Development Authority shall require each application for the Excavation, stripping or
grading of land proposed without any other Development on the same land, to be accompanied
by the following information and any additional supportive information deemed necessary by
the Development Authority:
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at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary
pursuant to Section 2.14 of this Bylaw.
if applicable, a business registration form;
location and area of the Site where the Excavation is to take place;
the type and dimensions including average depth of the Excavation to be done, and
the potential, if any, to affect existing drainage patterns on and off the Site;
the depth and variation in depth of groundwater encountered in test holes, if
required at the discretion of the Development Authority;
identification of potential for outdoor noise and the discharge of substances into the
air;
a reclamation plan including information regarding the condition in which the Site is
to be left when the operation is complete, the action which is to be taken for restoring
the condition of the surface of the land to be affected, and for preventing, controlling
or lessening erosion or dust from the Site; and
potential long-term costs of new or upgraded municipal services associated with the
Development.
In addition to the information requirements indicated in this Section, the Development
Authority shall require each application for the stockpiling of any material proposed, with or
without any other Development on the same land, to be accompanied by the following
information and any additional supportive information deemed necessary by the Development
Authority, as applicable:
at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary
pursuant to Section 2.14 of this Bylaw.
if applicable, a business registration form;
location and area of the Site where the stockpiling of material is to take place;
the type of materials to be stockpiled on the Site;
the anticipated height of all stockpiles;
statement indicating the number of years the pit is proposed to be in operation;
anticipated generation of motor Vehicle traffic estimated on a daily, weekly or
monthly basis;
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number of Vehicles that will be used in the hauling of materials and the proposed
hauling route to and from the Site;
type and number of equipment to be used for each activity to be carried out on the
Site;
access locations to and from the Site, including Roads and Highways, and anticipated
traffic generation on each of the Roads and Highways resulting from the
Development;
provisions for loading and parking;
descriptions of any noxious, toxic, radioactive, flammable or explosive materials to
be stored or used on the Site;
engineering studies which demonstrate the suitability of the proposed method of
surface water management for the stockpiling of snow;
method proposed for controlling noise, dust and drainage from the Site both during
and after completion of the operation;
a reclamation plan including information regarding the condition in which the Site is
to be left when the operation is complete, the action which is to be taken for restoring
the condition of the surface of the land to be affected, and for preventing, controlling
or lessening erosion or dust from the Site; and
potential long-term costs of new or upgraded municipal services associated with the
Development.
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the application requirements indicated in Sections 2.7(1) through 2.7(13) above,
and Section 5.30 applicable regulations regarding towers, the Development Authority shall
require each application for a Wind Energy Conversion System to be accompanied by the
following information and any additional supportive information deemed necessary by the
Development Authority:
at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary
pursuant to Section 2.14 of this Bylaw.
if applicable, a business registration form;
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a fully dimensioned and scaled Site plan showing and labeling information including
the location of overhead utilities on or Abutting the subject Site, contours of the land
and access Roads;
a visual representation including scale elevations, photographs and/or digital
information of the proposed alternative energy system showing Total Height,
components height, diameter, colour, and the landscape;
any impacts to the local Road system including required Approaches from public
Roads having regard to County standards;
a preliminary reclamation/decommissioning plan; and
appropriate reports and/or approvals from relevant agencies and organizations,
including:
1. Safety Codes Council
2. Alberta Utilities Commission
3. Transport Canada
4. NavCanada
5. Alberta Energy
6. Alberta Environment and Parks
7. Alberta Tourism and Culture
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DEVELOPMENT PERMIT EXPIRED AND
DISCONTINUED USES
When a Development Permit expires, a new application is required. The new application will be
reviewed and a decision issued based on the current merits of the proposed Development in
relation to current municipal, provincial, and federal regulations, requirements, policies, and
practices. The Development Authority shall not be obliged to approve a Development Permit based
on a previous approval.
In cases where a Use or Occupancy is Discontinued, or intended to be Discontinued for a period of
six (6) months or more, any subsequent Use or Occupancy of the land or Building shall comply with
this Bylaw and shall require a new Development Permit and a new Use and Occupancy Permit to be
issued.
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DEVELOPMENT PERMITS VALIDITY
When a Development Permit has been granted by the Development Authority, it shall not be valid
unless and until the conditions of the permit, save those of a continuing nature, have been fulfilled
and no notice of appeal has been served on the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within
the appeal period.
When the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board has approved a Development Permit, the
permit shall not be valid until the decision of the Board is issued in writing.
If the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is served with notice of an application for leave
to appeal its decision, such notice shall suspend the Development Permit, except where approval
has been granted for a Permitted Use or, where a license, permit, approval, or other authorization
is granted by the Natural Resource Conservation Board, Energy Resources Conservation Board, or
Alberta Utilities Commission to the extent that the application complies with the license, permit,
approval, or other authorization granted. The final determination of an appeal, except for those
applications approved as a Permitted Use and/or, by the Natural Resource Conservation Board,
Energy Resources Conservation Board, or Alberta Utilities Commission, shall validate, amend, or
revoke, as the case may be, a suspended Development Permit.
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DWELLING UNITS AND MAIN BUILDINGS ON A
LOT OR PARCEL
The number of Dwelling Units or Main Buildings permitted on a single title within any Land Use
District shall not exceed one (1), including Agricultural Lots or Parcels.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 2.10(1) above, the Development Authority may issue a
Development Permit for the Construction or location of more than one (1) Dwelling Unit or Main
Building on a Lot or Parcel:
if additional Dwelling Units or Main Buildings are a Permitted or Discretionary Use within the
applicable Land Use District and the second or additional Dwelling Unit or Main Building:
is placed in a way that conforms to the historically precedent religious and/or cultural
practices and/or settlement pattern of the applicant(s); or
is a Building as defined in the Condominium Property Act that is the subject of an
approved Condominium plan registered in the Land Titles Office; or
is contained in a Building that, or in Buildings each of which, are designed for or
divided into two (2) or more Dwelling Units, subject to an approved strata plan
registered in the Land Titles Office; or
is a Surveillance Suite as defined in this Bylaw; or
is a temporary Building or Use as defined in this Bylaw; or
is a Secondary Dwelling or Secondary Suite as defined in this Bylaw and meets the
requirements for such Developments within the Designated District, in accordance
with the provisions of Section 4.20 of this Bylaw; or
is a Manufactured Home located within a Manufactured Home Community, in
accordance with the provisions of Sub-section 6.3.7 of This Bylaw.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 2.10(1) and 2.10(2) above, where provided for in this
Land Use Bylaw, the location of a second or additional Detached Single Dwelling or Main Building
shall be in a manner such that the additional Detached Dwelling or Main Building could be
subdivided from the balance of the Lot or Parcel in the future with each Dwelling being on a separate
Lot or Parcel, having its own yards and access, or joint access agreement, or parking agreement, all
in compliance with this Bylaw.
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EXISTING SUBSTANDARD LOTS
The Development Authority may consider Development to take place on existing Substandard Lots.
When the Development Authority deems the Development of a Substandard Lot feasible, the
Development will be required to comply with the Alberta Safety Codes Act and any other Provincial
legislation or regulations.
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NON-CONFORMING BUILDINGS AND USES
A Non-Conforming Use of land or a Building may be continued, but if that Use is discontinued for a
period of six (6) consecutive months or more, any future Use of the land or Building must conform
with this Bylaw.
A Non-Conforming Use of part of a Lot may not be exceeded or transferred in whole or in part to
any other part of the Lot, and no additional Buildings may be constructed upon the Lot while the
Non-Conforming Use continues.
A Non-Conforming Use of part of a Building may be extended throughout an existing Building while
the Building, whether or not it is a Non-Conforming Building, may not be enlarged or added to, and
no Structural Alterations may be made thereto or therein to accommodate a Non-Conforming Use.
Notwithstanding Section (3) above, a Non-Conforming Building may be enlarged, added to, rebuilt
or structurally altered solely for the purpose of:
making it a conforming Building,
the routine Maintenance of the Building, if the Development Authority considers such measures
necessary, or
in accordance with the powers possessed by the Development Authority pursuant to the Act
and Section 1.11 of this Bylaw to approve a Development Permit notwithstanding any non-
compliance with the regulations of this Bylaw.
Pursuant to the Act, a Development Permit continues in effect, when:
on or before the day on which this Bylaw or any Bylaw for the amendment thereof comes into
force, a Development Permit has been issued; and
the enactment of the Bylaw would render the Development in respect of which the permit was
issued a Non-Conforming Use or Non-Conforming Building;
If a Non-Conforming Building is damaged or destroyed to the extent of more than seventy-five (75%)
percent of the value of the Building above its foundation, the Building may not be repaired or rebuilt
except in accordance with this Bylaw.
The Use of land or the Use of a Building is not affected by a change of Ownership, tenancy, or
Occupancy of the land or Building.
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POWERS OF VARIANCE
In addition to the requirements of Section 2.7, when an application for a Development Permit is
submitted for a Permitted or Discretionary Use which does not comply with the provisions of this
Land Use Bylaw, the Development Authority may request a statement from the applicant
identifying the following:
(a)
That the applicant is aware that the proposed Development requires a variance of
this Bylaw; and
(b)
Why the proposed Development cannot satisfy the provisions of this Bylaw and
therefore, requires the proposed Variance.
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(2)
The Development Authority may approve or conditionally approve a Variance to any Permitted or
Discretionary Use that does not conform to this Land USe Bylaw if, in the opinion of the Development
Authority:
(a)
The proposed Development does not undly interfere with the amenities of the Neighborhood;
(b)
The proposed Development does not materially interfere with or affect the use or enjoyment
of neighboring Parcels of Land;
(c)
The proposed Development conforms to the Use prescribed for that Land or Building in this
Bylaw; and
(d)
The proposed Variance aligns with all applicable regulations regarding Variance approval
as described in this Bylaw.
(3)
A Variance shall be considered only where warranted by the merits of the proposed Development or in
response to irregular Parcel lines, Parcel shape or SIte characteristics which create difficulties in siting
structures within the required Setback or in meeting the usual Bylaw requirements.
(4)
Where a Variance is granted, the nature of the approved Variance shall be specifically described in the
Development approval.
(5)
The Development Authority may approve a Variance of up to ten (10%) per cent for Lot Coverage,
Building Height, Setbacks, Landscaping, and Parking requirements without notification to adjacent or
affected landowners.
(a)
Variances exceeding ten (10%) per cent shall require notification to adjacent or affected
landowners and a minimum fourteen (14) day comment period prior to a decision being
issued by the Development Authority.
(6)
Where a Variance exceeds fifty (50%) per cent, the Development Authority may refer the application to
Council for decision. Council may require circulation to adjacent landowners and may hold a Public
Hearing prior to a decision being issued by the Development Authority.
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2.14 Public Participation Requirements
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for a Development Permit are encouraged to apply suitable methods to ensure that
citizens and the parties or organizations that could be affected by a decision on their Development
are provided with the opportunity to express their concerns and provide comments. The methods
used will vary depending on the specific Development, and may include but are not limited to public
notices, comment periods, workshops, charrettes, public hearings, newsletters, surveys and media
releases, or any other mechanism for public participation currently provided for in County bylaws
or policies and the Municipal Government Act and Regulations, as amended.
In addition to the application requirements indicated in Section 2.14(1) above, each application for
Discretionary Use is encouraged to seek public input through appropriate techniques as outlined in
County Policy.
Where, in the opinion of the Development Authority, a proposed Development will have a
Significant Impact on surrounding properties, the Development Authority may require the applicant
to hold a public open house to inform affected residents and landowners of the proposed
Development.
In addition to the requirements in Sections 2.14(1), 2.14(2), and 2.14(3) above, and prior to
considering an application complete, when required to do so, the applicant shall provide a written
summary, prepared to the Development Authority's satisfaction. The summary shall indicate the
type of public participation process utilized and contain copies of all the materials distributed along
with any comments received during the process, and how the public input has been incorporated,
or not, into the Development proposal and the reasons for it.
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2.15 Referral of Application
REFERRAL OF APPLICATION
An application for a Development Permit within the County that may, in the opinion of the
Development Authority, impact on or is proposed to be located in any Historic Resource Value Site,
will require that project details be provided to Alberta Culture and Tourism in a Historic Resources
Application submitted through the Online Permitting and Clearance (OPAC) system for approval.
A permit from Alberta Transportation is required for new or changes to roadside developments
within the development control zone, which is:
300 m from a provincial right-of-way
800 m of the centerline of a highway and public road intersection
Development proposals may be circulated to adjacent municipalities and/or federal and provincial
agencies for comment prior to any consideration for approval. The comments from adjacent
municipalities will be carefully considered by the Development Authority; however, the
Development Authority will not be bound by the Municipality's comments or recommendations.
All Subdivision proposals and all Development Permit applications for significant Discretionary Uses
within 3.2 km (2.0 miles) of adjacent municipalities shall be referred to the adjacent Municipality
for comment prior to a Development Permit being issued or a Subdivision being approved.
Development Permit applications for Uses within 3.2 km (2.0 miles) of a Confined Feeding Operation
may be referred to the County Agricultural Fieldman for comments and for assistance in calculating
any necessary Development Setback distance.
The Development Authority may refer any application for a Development Permit prior to making a
decision on the application to any other Person, agency, or organization as deemed necessary or
suitable by the Development Authority.
Subdivision and/or
Development proposals and applications may be circulated to adjacent
municipalities and/or federal and provincial agencies for comment prior to any consideration for
approval. The comments from adjacent municipalities will be carefully considered by the
Development Authority; however, the Development Authority will not be bound by the
Municipality's comments or recommendations.
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2.16 Two or More Land Use Districts on a Lot or Parcel
TWO OR MORE LAND USE DISTRICTS ON A LOT OR
PARCEL
Where a Lot or a Parcel of Land contains more than one Land Use District, each Land Use area shall
be treated as a separate entity in determining compliance with the provisions of the Land Use
District. Where designation does not follow a Property Line, the applicant shall provide the
dimensions of each Land Use area on a Site plan.
Where a Land Use District boundary is uncertain, it shall be located based on the following:
the municipal boundaries; or
the edge of a Property Line or Parcel boundary; or
the edge, shoreline, or high-water mark of a river, lake, or other water body, or a topographic
contour line, or a top of bank line. In the event of change in a line, the Land Use District
boundary shall continue to align with the edge or shoreline; or
the centre line of a Road, Lane, railway, pipeline, power line, utility Right-Of-Way, or Easement.
Where a Land Use District boundary is shown to be generally parallel to or, as an extension to any
of the features listed above, it shall be considered as such.
Where the Land Use District boundary is in dispute, its location shall be determined by the
Development Authority on the basis of the scale of the Land Use Maps.
Where the Development Authority is unable to determine a Land Use District boundary or overlay
boundary by applying the above provisions, they shall fix the boundary in doubt or dispute in a
manner otherwise consistent with the provisions of this Bylaw and with the degree of detail as to
measurements and directions as circumstances require. The decision of the Development Authority
may be appealed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.
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2.17 Use and Occupancy Permit Requirements
USE AND OCCUPANCY PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
No Development, Building, or Use, in addition to complying with a Development Permit, shall be
used or occupied and no change in the existing Occupancy classification of a Building shall be made
until a Use and Occupancy Permit has been issued in accordance with the Occupancy or Use stated
on the permit application.
Failure to obtain a Use and Occupancy Permit prior to Occupancy will constitute a contravention of
this Land Use Bylaw and may result in penalties being imposed pursuant to Section 1.13 herein
and/or issuance of an order to vacate.
The landowner, Developer, and/or applicant shall submit a complete application for a Use and
Occupancy Permit to the Development Authority.
To be deemed complete, Use and Occupancy Permit Applications must be accompanied by the
following:
A copy of a Final Building Inspection Report, issued by a Safety Codes Officer, not more than six
(6) months before the date on the permit application.
Copies of Permit Services Reports indicating that all disciplines are compliant, issued by a Safety
Codes Officer.
The Development Authority shall issue an Occupancy Permit on the prescribed form, if satisfied
that:
The Development has been completed in accordance with the approved plans and
Development Permit,
The Development will, subject to such conditions as may be appropriate in the
circumstances, be completed in accordance with the approved plans and
Development Permit.
An incomplete Use and Occupancy Permit application shall be deemed to not have been submitted
until all required details have been provided to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
A Use and Occupancy Permit application shall not be issued until all required inspections are
completed and acceptable to the Safety Codes Officers involved.
After the Safety Codes Officer inspects the Building or structure and finds no violations of the
provisions of Alberta Building Code, the Safety Codes Act, and all applicable Provincial and County
regulations, upon an application being submitted, the Development Authority should issue a Use
and Occupancy Permit within ten (10) working days that contains the following:
Development Permit number.
address of the structure.
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name and address of the Owner.
type of Use and/or Occupancy the permit is issued for.
description of that portion of the structure for which the permit is issued.
a statement that the described portion of the structure has been inspected for compliance with
the requirements of the Alberta Building Code, the Safety Codes Act, and all applicable
Provincial and County regulations for the Occupancy and division of Occupancy and the Use for
the proposed Occupancy.
name of the Safety Codes Officer contained in the Final Building Inspection Report and report
number.
Land Use Bylaw number and District under which the permit was issued.
Use and Occupancy, in accordance with the provisions of the Alberta Building Code, the Safety
Codes Act, and the Land Use District contained in the Final Building Inspection Report.
type of Construction as defined in Final Building Inspection Report.
any special inspections and conditions of the Development Permit.
The Development Authority shall not issue a Use and Occupancy Permit for any Use or Development
on any Lot within any Land Use District until the requirements of this Bylaw pertaining to the Use
or Development have been met.
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GENERAL SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
Subdivision approvals must be consistent with the County of Vermilion River Municipal
Development Plan (MDP) and this Land Use Bylaw as well as the provisions of any Growth Plans and
Statutory Plans that affect the land proposed to be subdivided.
The Subdivision Authority will not approve subdivisions where Development resulting from
Subdivision of land, which affects the land proposed to be subdivided, does not conform to the
MDP, Growth Plans, Statutory Plans and the provisions of this Land Use Bylaw.
Where a Development involves a Subdivision of land, no Development Permit shall be issued until
the Development Authority has received written evidence that the necessary Subdivision
application has been submitted and has the approval of the Subdivision Authority. The Subdivision
Authority of the County shall abide by the requirements of and consider the matters indicated in
Sections 652 to 670 of the Act.
Subdivision approvals must comply with part 17 and 17.1 of the Municipal Government Act and the
regulations therein, as applicable.
Environmental reserve taken at time of Subdivision must remain in its natural state except as
permitted in accordance with Part 17, Division 9 of the Municipal Government Act. In some
instances, conservation Easements may be considered in place of environmental reserves, as
provided for in the Section 22 of the Environmental Enhancement and Protection Act.
Environmental reserves will be taken according to Section 664 of the Municipal Government Act;
either in the form of a Lot (Ownership transferred to the Municipality) or as an environmental
reserve Easement (private Ownership is retained). The County may require any Owner or Developer
to provide Hazard Land as environmental reserve as part of a Subdivision application.
Property taxes must be up to date prior to final endorsement of any Subdivision within the County.
The Developer may be required to provide for Inclusionary Housing in accordance with provincial
regulation, where applicable.
The County shall generally take the full amount (10%) of Municipal Reserves owing as a result of
Subdivision, in accordance with provincial legislation and County Policy.
Subdivisions shall not be approved where access to existing graded and graveled or paved Roads
does not exist, or where Construction of Roadway and access to the Site, which are required to
meet County standards, is not undertaken by the landowner/Developer.
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SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS DECISIONS
Completeness of Application
A Subdivision Authority must, within twenty (20) days after the receipt of the application for a
Subdivision approval, determine whether the application is complete. This time period may be
extended by an agreement in writing between the applicant and the Subdivision Authority.
If the Subdivision Authority does not make a determination referred to in Section 3.2(1)(c)
below, within the time required, the application is deemed to be complete.
A written notice must be issued to the applicant for the following:
Acknowledgement that the application is complete.
Acknowledgement that the application is incomplete and request any outstanding
documents and information referred to in the notice, which must be submitted by
the date set out in the notice or a later date agreed on between the applicant and
Development Authority, in order for the application to be considered complete.
Acknowledgment that the application is complete if the Subdivision Authority
determines that the information and documents submitted under Section 3.3 are
complete.
Acknowledgement that the application is deemed refused and the reason for refusal,
if the application fails to submit all the outstanding information and documents on or
before the date referred to in Section 3.2(1)(a) above.
On issuance of acknowledgement under Section 3.2(1) above, that the application for
Subdivision approval is complete, the Subdivision Authority shall:
Give a copy of the application to the Government departments, Persons and local
authorities required by the Subdivision and Development regulations, and
Give notice of the application to Owners of the land that is adjacent to the land that
is subject of the application.
Conditions of Subdivision
Development agreements, performance bonds, caveats, Easements, covenants and restrictions
agreements, and/or restrictive covenants, as applicable, shall be required as a condition of
approval for Subdivision of land within the County.
The County shall generally take the full amount (10%) of Municipal Reserves owing as a result of
Subdivision, in accordance with Provincial legislation and County Policy.
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Where the County wishes to ensure public access to a water body, environmental reserve in the
form of a Lot or Parcel or Public Utility Lot will be taken.
An environmental reserve or Easement of not less than 30 m (98 ft.) in width from the high-
water mark of water bodies and/or the top of bank of lakes and rivers shall be required as a
condition of Subdivision approval. The Use of Conservation Easements may be considered as an
alternative to traditional environmental reserve during the Subdivision process.
A Private Sewage Inspection will be required, at no cost to the County, prior to endorsement of
all Subdivisions within the County where the Site is affected by a private sewage disposal
system.
School Reserves shall be provided at the time of Subdivision in accordance with agreements
between the County and the relevant School Divisions.
Decisions on Applications
In making a decision as to whether to approve an application for Subdivision, the Subdivision
Authority must consider, with respect to the land that is the subject of the application, the
following:
the Municipal Government Act:
Regional Plans under the Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA);
the Subdivision and Development Regulation;
the applicable policies in the County's Municipal Development Plan;
other statutory plans and bylaws;
its topography;
its soil characteristics;
storm water collection and disposal;
any potential for the flooding, subsidence, or erosion of the land;
its accessibility to a Road;
the availability and adequacy of a water supply, sewage disposal system, and solid
Waste disposal;
in the case of land not serviced by a licensed water distribution and Wastewater
collection system, whether the proposed Subdivision boundaries, Lot sizes and
Building Sites comply with the requirements of the Alberta Private Sewage Disposal
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Systems Regulation, as amended or repealed or replaced from time to time, in
respect of Lot or Parcel sizes and distances between Property Lines, Buildings, water
sources, and private sewage disposal systems;
the Use of land in the vicinity of the land that is the subject of the application;
any other matters referred to it by the County and relevant Provincial Agencies
Authority consider necessary to determine whether the land that is the subject of the
application is suitable for the purpose for which the Subdivision is intended; and
any other matters that it considers necessary to determine whether the land that is
the subject of the application is suitable for the purpose for which the Subdivision is
intended.
When reviewing applications to redesignate land for Subdivisions, Council shall have regard,
among other matters, to Sections 3.1 and 3.2 of this Bylaw and applicable County Standards.
The written decision of the Subdivision Authority provided under Section 656 of the Act must
include the reasons for the decision, including an indication of how the Subdivision Authority
has considered:
any submissions made to it by the adjacent landowners, and
the matters listed in Sections 3.1 and 3.2, pursuant to Section 7 of the Subdivision
and Development Regulation.
Notice of Decision
A decision of a Subdivision Authority must be given in writing to the applicant and to the
relevant agencies and organizations, Persons and local authorities to which the Subdivision
Authority is required by the Subdivision and Development regulations to give a copy of the
application.
A decision of a Subdivision Authority shall be sent by electronic means if:
The applicant has consented to receive documents from the Subdivision Authority by
electronic means and has provided an email address, website or other electronic
address to the Subdivision Authority for this purpose and
It is possible to make a copy of the document from the electronic transmission.
A document sent by electronic means is considered to have been received seven (7)
days after it was sent.
A decision of a Subdivision Authority must state:
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whether an appeal lies to a Subdivision and Development Appeal Board or to the
Municipal Government Board, and
if an application for Subdivision approval is refused, the reasons for the refusal.
If an application for Subdivision approval is refused, the may refuse to accept for consideration,
with respect to the same land or part of the same land, a further application for Subdivision
approval submitted to it within the 6-month period after the date of the Subdivision Authority's
decision to refuse the application.
Endorsement and Conditions Met
An applicant for Subdivision approval must submit to the Subdivision Authority the plan of
survey or other instrument that effects the Subdivision within one (1) year of either:
the date of Subdivision approval;
the date of an appeal board's decision; or
the date the judgment is entered, or the appeal is Discontinued by the Court of
Appeal.
On being satisfied that a plan of survey or other instrument complies with a Subdivision
approval and that any conditions imposed have been met, the Subdivision Authority must
endorse the plan or other instrument in accordance with the Subdivision and Development
Regulation, as amended.
The Subdivision Authority may provide up to a one (1) year time extension to the applicant for
Subdivision in order to meet conditions of Subdivision approval to a maximum of three (3)
extensions per application.
If the plan of survey or other instrument is not submitted within the time prescribed or further
authorized by a time extension, the Subdivision approval is void and a new application must be
made to the Subdivision Authority.
Registration
If the plan of survey or other instrument is not registered in a land titles office within one (1)
year after the date on which it is endorsed, the Subdivision approval of the plan or instrument
and the endorsement are void and the plan or instrument may not be accepted by a Registrar
for registration.
The Subdivision Authority may provide a one (1) year time extension to the applicant for
Subdivision in order to register the plan or instrument to a maximum of three (3) extensions per
application.
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SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
All Subdivision applications for lands within the County shall comply with the provisions under this
Section.
All Subdivision applications that will create more than four (4) titles per quarter section, meaning
the title for the quarter + 3 new titles, require the approval of a Site Development Plan, or at the
request of the Development Authority an Area Structure Plan, prepared by a Registered
Professional Planner (RPP) prior to submitting an application for Subdivision to the Subdivision
Authority. The Development Authority, at their sole discretion, may require additional supporting
information depending on the potential impacts, magnitude, and complexity of the Development
proposal.
in preparing a Site Development Plan or Area Structure Plan, the proponent shall consider:
the impact on adjacent land uses;
transportation and access;
provision of water and sewer services;
storm drainage;
the provision for municipal reserve;
the impact on community services, such as safety & fire protection;
the municipal servicing costs associated with the development;
landscaping and buffering;
risk assessment; and
any other matters identified by County Policy.
a Site Development Plan or, when required, an Area Structure Plan shall:
be accompanied by an identification of all municipal costs associated with the
proposal;
meet all provincial requirements and obtain a development permit from the County
prior to construction;
be encouraged to locate near or adjacent to provincial highways.
not result in any additional costs to the County, unless the County has entered into
an agreement to share costs.
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All industrial developments shall obtain the approvals and permits required by provincial legislation
and a development permit from the County.
Industrial development shall be encouraged to locate on land that is physically suited for the
proposed use, considering factors such as soil, drainage, slopes and the availability of necessary
services.
Industrial development shall not be located in areas where the use is likely to subject residences,
hospitals, schools, or other sensitive land uses, as defined in the County's Land Use Bylaw, to high
levels of noise.
In consideration of a proposal for commercial or industrial subdivision, a Site Development Plan, or
when required an Area Structure Plan, the Subdivision Authority shall consider whether the
proposal:
precisely defines the extent boundaries of the proposal;
designates suitable building sites;
ensures the functional integrity of the adjacent roads is maintained through the use of service
roads and limited access points;
defines standards of development consistent with this Land Use Bylaw, including architectural,
landscaping, and sign controls;
identifies methods and facilities for servicing;
includes groundwater and soil permeability tests; and
any other matters identified by County Policy.
All drawings and plans submitted in respect to Development involving a Subdivision of land shall
comply with the Drawing Submissions Standards set forth in the County of Vermilion River General
Municipal Servicing Standards (County Policy PD-014, Schedule A).
A Subdivision application may be submitted by:
the registered Owner of the land to be subdivided; or
a Person with written authorization to act on behalf of the registered Owner.
If the proposed Subdivision requires an environmental assessment under the Canadian
Environmental Assessment Act, the applicant shall file an environmental assessment in accordance
with the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act. A copy of the environmental assessment shall be
submitted with the Subdivision application.
If the proposed Subdivision is required to obtain assessments and/or approvals from relevant
federal or provincial agencies and organizations, the applicant shall file and obtain the appropriate
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reports and/or approvals with relevant agencies and organizations. A copy of the required reports
and/or approvals or licenses shall be submitted with the Subdivision application.
A map indicating the current Land Use District designation for the Adjacent Lands within 800 m (0.5
mile) of the land proposed to be subdivided shall be submitted with the Subdivision application.
Information on abandoned oil and gas wells as required by the Subdivision and Development
Regulation and Alberta Energy Regulator Directive 079.
Abandoned/reclaimed wells will not be allowed in Vacant Lots or Parcels less than 10 ac.
The tentative plan of Subdivision shall:
clearly outline the location, dimensions, and boundaries of the land which the applicant wishes
to register in a Land Titles Office;
show the location, dimensions and boundaries of:
each new title to be created;
the reserve land, if any;
the rights-of-way of each Public Utility; and
other rights-of-way.
show the Use, location, and dimensions of existing Buildings on the land that is the subject of
the application, if any, and specify whether the Buildings are proposed to be demolished or
moved;
show the location of any river, stream, watercourse, lake, or other body of water (natural or
man-made) that is contained within the bounds of the proposed Parcel of Land;
identify the location of any existing or proposed wells, the locations and type of any private
sewage disposal systems, and the distance from these to existing or proposed Buildings and
Property Lines; and
information provided by the Alberta Energy Regulator identifying the location of any active
wells, batteries, processing plants or pipelines within the proposed Subdivision;
the existing and proposed access to the proposed Parcels and the remainder of the titled area.
The County may also require an applicant to submit to the Subdivision Authority any or all of the
following:
a map of the land that is to be subdivided and shows topographic contours at not greater than
1.5 m (4.9 ft) intervals related to the geodetic data;
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if the proposed Subdivision is not to be served by a water distribution system, information
supported by the report of a qualified professional, registered in the province of Alberta,
respecting the provision, availability, and suitability of potable water on or to the land to be
subdivided;
an assessment of subsurface characteristics of the land that is to be subdivided including, but
not limited to, susceptibility to slumping or subsidence, depth to water table, and suitability for
any proposed on-site sewage disposal system, prepared and signed by a qualified professional
registered in the Province of Alberta;
a storm water management plan, to be prepared at the discretion of the Development
Authority, which must be approved by Alberta Environment and Parks including:
topography;
location of associated watershed and of the Development in relation to it;
proposed minor drainage system (ditches/pipes/catch basin locations/flow rate);
proposed major drainage systems (direction of surface drainage/flow rate);
proposed on-site detention/retention facility (location/size/capacity);
location of outflow/outfall Structures; and
any related modeling and calculation information.
if the land that is the subject of an application is located in a potential Flood Plain, a figure
showing the 1:100-year Flood Plain or highest and most frequent rain event series relevant to
flooding of the land;
information supported by the report of a qualified professional, registered in the Province of
Alberta, respecting the intended method of providing sewage disposal facilities to each Lot in
the proposed Subdivision;
information respecting the land surface characteristics of land within 800 m (0.5 mile) of the
land proposed to be subdivided;
if any portion of the Parcel of Land affected by the proposed Subdivision is situated within 1.5
km (0.93 mile) of a sour gas facility, a map showing the location of the sour gas facility; and
an approved Site Development Plan, or at the discretion of the Development Authority an Area
Structure Plan, which relates the application to future Subdivision and Development of adjacent
areas.
All proposed titles being created shall not, in the opinion of the Subdivision Authority, prejudice the
future efficient Development of the remaining land.
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The Development Authority may require the applicant for a proposed multi-Lot Subdivision to
provide the Subdivision Authority a public participation summary pursuant to Section 2.14 of this
Bylaw.
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SUBDIVISION BARE LAND CONDOMINIUMS
A Bare Land Condominium Development Subdivision must comply with the provisions of this
Section along with any applicable regulations of this Bylaw, including the regulations of the
designated Land Use District, any relevant caveat, Easement, instrument, agreement, or other legal
requirement, and any applicable standards, policies, procedures.
An application for a Bare Land Condominium Subdivision shall comply with Sections 3.2 and 3.4 of
this Bylaw and applicable County Standards.
The Development Authority, at their sole discretion, may relax some Bylaw standards or regulations,
including site coverage and Yard or Setback requirements, beyond the maximum relaxation
requirements in this Bylaw where the relaxations only affect internal Bare Land Condominium
boundaries and properties. No relaxations to the Land Use District minimum and maximum
requirements shall be permitted at the outer boundaries of a Bare Land Condominium Development
and/or adjacent to properties not associated with the project.
Internal Roads that serve Bare Land Condominium Subdivisions are contributed assets and shall
meet the County's General Municipal Servicing Standards requirements and must allow for safe and
efficient movement of emergency Vehicles.
Where a Subdivision for Bare Land Condominium Development is proposed, the Developer shall be
required to enter into a Development agreement with the County wherein the Developer agrees to
be responsible for all the costs associated with the Subdivision and Development.
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SUBDIVISION DESIGN STANDARDS
Single-Lot Subdivision Standards
Residential
Single-Lot Subdivisions for Residential Uses are subject to the policies in the
Municipal Development Plan and the provisions of Land Use District designated at
time of Subdivision, which shall guide the Subdivision Authority.
Single-Lot or Parcel Subdivisions for Country Residential Use, Country Residence,
Farmstead, or Farm Residence, at the discretion of the Subdivision Authority, may
also include undeveloped lands such as sloughs; bush and even low quality pasture,
or land that because of natural topography such as sloughs, ravines, or water bodies,
would otherwise be cut off from the remainder of the Parcel. If the Farmland
assessment of the land is below 41%, such additions may also increase the size of the
vacant Country Residential Parcel beyond the 2.0 ha (5 ac.) to a maximum of 4 ha (10
ac.), subject to the policies in the Municipal Development Plan.
In determining, the suitability of an application for single-Lot or Parcel Subdivision for
Country Residential Use, Country Residence, Farmstead, or Farm Residence,
adequate year-round access by an all-weather Road must be available.
Notwithstanding the above-noted criteria, the Development Authority may consider
a Development Permit application for Country Residential Use, Country Residence,
Farmstead, or Farm Residence on existing registered Lots.
Clustering, Development, arrangement, location, and orientation of Buildings, Main
and Accessory, shall be encouraged and subject to the provisions of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
Country Residential Subdivisions shall be located in proximity to gas, electrical, and
telephone lines, which have existing capacity to sustain the additional usage,
wherever possible.
Subdivisions shall have direct access to Roads.
Approach and/or access to a Country Residential Subdivision shall meet the County's
General Municipal Servicing Standards requirements.
Where a Subdivision for Country Residential Use is proposed, the Developer may be
required to enter into a Development agreement with the County wherein the
Developer agrees to be responsible for all the costs associated with the Subdivision
and Development.
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Non-Residential
Single-Lot Subdivisions for non-Residential Uses are subject to the policies in the
Municipal Development Plan and the provisions of Land Use District designated at
time of Subdivision, which shall guide the Subdivision Authority.
Non-Residential Uses shall be encouraged to locate in designated areas with capacity
to accommodate additional Development.
Non-Residential Uses shall be encouraged to locate on Lower Capability Agricultural
Land, in proximity to paved County Roads or provincial Highways, and in areas with
access to existing water and power services, wherever possible.
Clustering, Development, arrangement, location, and orientation of Buildings, main
and accessory, shall be encouraged and subject to the provisions of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
The County may refer Subdivision applications to the relevant Provincial Agencies
Authority as considered necessary to determine whether the land that is the subject
of the application is suitable for the purpose for which the Subdivision is intended.
Approach and/or access to a non- residential Subdivision shall meet the County's
General Municipal Servicing Standards requirements.
Where a Subdivision for Non-Residential Use is proposed, the Developer may be
required to enter into a Development agreement with the County wherein the
Developer agrees to be responsible for all the costs associated with the Subdivision
and Development.
Multi-Lot Subdivisions
Residential
Multi-Lot Subdivisions for Residential Uses are subject to the policies in the Municipal
Development Plan and the provisions of Land Use District designated at time of
Subdivision, which shall guide the Subdivision Authority.
Multi-Lot Residential Use Subdivisions shall be encouraged to locate in within or
adjacent to existing hamlets and existing multi-Lot Development areas that have the
capacity to support additional Development.
Multi-Lot Residential Use Subdivisions will be required to provide multi-modal trail
networks to the satisfaction of the Subdivision Authority at time of Subdivision, as
applicable.
Multi-Lot Residential Use Subdivisions shall be clustered or grouped to reduce
potential Land Use conflicts and minimize servicing costs. To that end, the County
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encourages innovative design, such as Low-Impact Development, in the Development
of Multi-Lot Country Residential Developments to reduce as much as possible
Development costs and minimizing the conversion of agricultural land into non-
agricultural Uses.
Multi-Lot Residential Use Subdivisions shall ensure that necessary public facilities and
services to support new Development are available and adequate, based on adopted
level of service standards, at the time that the impacts of new Development occur.
Clustering, Development, arrangement, location, and orientation of Buildings, main
and accessory, shall be encouraged and subject to the provisions of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
Approach and/or access to Multi-Lot Residential Use Subdivisions shall meet the
County's General Municipal Servicing Standards requirements.
Multi-Lot Residential Use Subdivisions shall ensure that necessary public facilities and
services to support new Development are available and adequate, based on adopted
level of service standards, at the time that the impacts of new Development occur.
Where a Subdivision for Multi-Lot Residential Use is proposed, the Developer shall be
required to enter into a Development agreement with the County wherein the
Developer agrees to be responsible for all the costs associated with the Subdivision
and Development.
Non-Residential
Multi-Lot Subdivisions for non-Residential Uses are subject to the policies in the
Municipal Development Plan and the provisions of Land Use District designated at
time of Subdivision, which shall guide the Subdivision Authority.
Multi-Lot Non-Residential Use Subdivisions shall be encouraged to locate within or
adjacent to existing multi-Lot Development areas that have the capacity to support
additional Development.
Compatible non-residential uses within commercial, rural/agricultural, or Industrial
Parks shall be clustered together to reduce potential Land Use conflicts and minimize
servicing costs. To that end, the County encourages innovative design in the
Development of multi-Lot commercial, rural/agricultural, or Industrial Parks such as
Low-Impact Development and eco-parks, or similar as to reduce as much as possible
Development costs and minimizing the conversion of agricultural land into non-
agricultural Uses.
Clustering, Development, arrangement, location, and orientation of Buildings, main
and accessory, shall be encouraged and subject to the provisions of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
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Approach and/or access to Multi-Lot Non-Residential Use Subdivisions shall meet the
County's General Municipal Servicing Standards requirements.
Multi-Lot Non-Residential Use Subdivisions shall ensure that necessary public
facilities and services to support new Development are available and adequate, based
on adopted level of service standards, at the time that the impacts of new
Development occur.
Where a Subdivision for Multi-Lot Non-Residential Use is proposed, the Developer
shall be required to enter into a Development agreement with the County wherein
the Developer agrees to be responsible for all the costs associated with the
Subdivision and Development.
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3.6 Subdivision Strata Space Plans
SUBDIVISION STRATA SPACE PLANS
An application for a Strata Space Plan Subdivision shall comply with the provisions under Sections
3.2 and 3.4 of this Bylaw and County Standards, as applicable.
A Strata Space Plan Subdivision pursuant to Section 86 of the Land Titles Act, t, R.S.A. 2000, c. L-4,
must comply with the applicable Alberta Building Code (ABC) regulations, as amended; along with
any applicable regulations of this Bylaw, including the regulations of the designated Land Use
District, any relevant caveat, Easement, instrument, agreement, or other legal requirement, and
any applicable standards, policies, procedures.
The boundaries in a Strata Space Plan must conform to or lie within the boundaries of a single Parcel
on a plan of survey registered under the Land Titles Act.
Strata Spaces in a Strata Space Plan of Subdivision shall be designated by means of a strata
descriptive plan of survey prepared by professional surveyor registered to practice in the Province
of Alberta. Descriptive plans, which may inform the tentative Subdivision plan, are solely for
informational purposes; only tentative plans approved by the Subdivision Authority may be
registered.
An application for Subdivision by Strata Plan shall require an approved Site Development Plan, or at
the request of the Development Authority an Area Structure Plan, prepared by a Registered
Professional Planner (RPP) before the Building code implications of a Development with strata can
be considered. The relevant Plan must explain what alternative measures will be put in place to
offset any hazards associated with Variances from the Code requirements or implementation of
alternative or mitigation measures, as applicable.
A Strata Space Plan must execute and register, against each of the affected titles, a Shared
Easements, Covenants, and Restrictions (SECR) Agreement concurrently with the registration of the
final instrument. The SECR Agreement must identify all Building services and systems that are
shared among strata Owners, including locations where it is necessary for Occupants to cross over
another strata or fee simple Lot in order to reach a public Road or sidewalk. The Subdivision
Authority must submit a draft of the SECR to the Development Authority for approval prior to final
endorsement of the Plan.
Secondary or Accessory Dwelling Units cannot be strata Units.
Where a Subdivision by Strata Plan is proposed, the Developer shall be required to enter into a
Development agreement with the County wherein the Developer agrees to be responsible for all
the costs associated with the Subdivision and Development.
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4.1 Applicability
APPLICABILITY
The provisions under this Part apply to all Land Use Districts except where directed otherwise in this
Bylaw.
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ACCESSORY AND MAIN BUILDINGS SITING AND
SETBACKS IN NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
REGULATIONS
(1)
An Accessory Building shall not be used as a Dwelling unless a Development Permit has been issued
allowing the Use of the Accessory Building as a Secondary Dwelling or Secondary Suite, and the
Secondary Dwelling or Secondary Suite meets the provisions of Section 4.20 and all other applicable
provisions of this Bylaw and the Building meets the requirements of the Alberta Safety Codes Act.
(2)
Sea Cans shall comply with the provisions of Section 5.24 of this Bylaw and all other provisions of this
Bylaw. Accessory Buildings shall be located such that the minimum distances shown on Figure 1
are provided
(3)
Accessory Buildings shall be located as follows:
(a)
Minimum Front Yard: Shall be no closer than the Front Line of the Main Building, unless the
structure and Lot meet the criteria in Subsection 4.2(4).
(b)
Minimum Side and Rear Yard Setbacks: Shall be the same as prescribed for the Main Building
in the District.
(c)
In no case shall an Accessory Building or structure be located within any Setbacks as shown
in Figure 1, on an easement, or a utility right-of-way (ROW).
(4)
Notwithstanding 4.2(3)(a), Accessory Buildings may be located in a Yard other than the Side or Rear
Yards at the discretion of the Development Authority if:
(a)
The Site is designed to incorporate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
principles to reduce the risk of theft and increase security. These CPTED principles may include:
(i)
The provision of lighting to minimize unlit areas; and
(ii)
Limiting access with barriers such as Fencing and gates
(iii)
Siting Accessory Buildings so that they are visible from the Rural Residence, where
applicable.
(b)
The siting of an Accessory Building is restricted by topographic constraints of the Lot, such that
the Building cannot feasibly be located in the rear or Side Yards of the Lot.
(c)
The siting of an Accessory Building is restricted by a lot that is, in the opinion of the
Development Authority, irregularly shaped.
(5)
Regulations:
(a)
Minimum Lot Area: as required by the designated Land Use District.
(b)
The Maximum Height of a detached Accessory Building should not exceed 10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
(c)
Notwithstanding 4.2(5)(b) above, the Maximum Height of an agricultural Building such as a silo, grain
bin, or terminal shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority, who shall have regard for
Airport height restrictions.
(d)
Minimum Shelterbelt and Planting Setback - as required by the designated Setbacks shown in Figure 2
excluding Provincial highways, which are subject to Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors
regulations. Setbacks from roadways are measured from the ROW centerline.
(e)
Minimum Sight Distance - as required by the designated Setbacks in County Policy or as required by
Alberta Transportation Highway Design Guide, Chapter G.4, where applicable.
(f)
Minimum Recommended FireSmart Setback - as shown in the designated Setbacks in Figure 1.
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SETBACKS IN NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
REGULATIONS
(6)
Where a structure is attached to the Main Building on a Lot by a Roof, an open or enclosed structure,
a floor, or a foundation, it is to be considered a part of the Main Building and is not an Accessory Building.
(7)
Notwithstanding any provisions contrary in this Bylaw, the designated Setbacks from roadways in FIgure 1
apply to all Accessory Buildings, in addition to the applicalbe District regulations, at the discretion of the
Development Authority.
(8)
Exceptions:
(a)
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions may be waived for church
steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and similar architectural features: flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator
mechanisms and housings, water tanks, standpipes, and similar utility structures, and radio and
television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunications structures.
(b)
Radio and television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures are subject
to specific District Requirements as established in Section 2.13 of this Bylaw.
(9)
Non-Conforming Use:
(a)
The provisions of Section 2.12 will apply to those Accessory Use Buildings, which are already in
existence at the time these regulations come into effect, and do not meet the requirements
established wihtin these regulations at the discretion of the Development Authority.
(b)
Non-Conforming Accessory Use Buildings may be allowed to encroach into the Setbacks established
within these regulations at the discretion of the Development Authority.
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Figure 1. Siting and Setbacks in Agriculture (A), Country Residential - Agriculture (CR-A) and Country Residential - Single-lot (CR-S)
Districts Regulations
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Table 1: Designated Setbacks from Roadways
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ACCESSORY AND MAIN BUILDINGS SITING AND SETBACKS IN THE
COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL - MULTI-LOT (CR-M), RESIDENTIAL - LOW
DENSITY (R), RESIDENTIAL - MEDIUM DENSITY (R1), RESIDENTIAL -
HIGH DENSITY (R2) AND RESIDENTIAL - MULTI-FAMILY/MULTI-UNIT
(R3) DISTRICTS
The intent and purpose of the Development regulations is to encourage smart growth and
sustainable Development within the County. To preserve and enhance the rural character of the
landscape and support the goals and objectives established in the County's plans, policies, and
regulations.
Accessory Buildings include storage Sheds, Garages and Carports, Greenhouses, Sea Cans, or other
Similar Uses or Buildings.
An Accessory Building shall not be used as a Dwelling unless a Development Permit has been issued
allowing the Use of the Accessory Building as a Secondary Suite or Secondary Dwelling, and
Secondary Dwelling or Secondary Suite meets the provisions of Section 4.20 and all other applicable
provisions of this Bylaw and the Building meets the requirements of the Alberta Safety Codes Act.
Sea Cans shall comply with the provisions of Section 5.24 and all applicable District Regulations.
Accessory Buildings shall be located such that the minimum distances shown on Figure 3 are
provided.
Accessory Buildings shall be located as follows:
No closer to the front Property Line than the Main Building.
In no case shall an Accessory Building or structure be located within any Setbacks as shown in
Figure 3, on an Easement, or a utility Right-Of-Way.
The siting of a Development or an Accessory Building on a Lot with Development Constraints, such
that the Building cannot feasibly be located in the Rear or Side Yards of the Lot, shall be as required
by the Development Authority and may require a request for a Variance subject to the provisions
of Section 2.13 of this Bylaw.
The siting of a Development or an Accessory Building on an irregularly shaped Lot shall be as
required by the Development Authority.
Additional Buildings
No additional or accessory Buildings shall be constructed on a Property unless:
It is in compliance with the Land Use Bylaw of the County of Vermilion River in force
at the time;
the additional or accessory Building is constructed and pre-finished or painted so that
the design and Construction compliments and is compatible with the principal
Building;
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the roofline of any additional or accessory Building does not exceed the height of the
principal Building;
no additional or accessory Building Setbacks exceed those of the principal Building.
No custom, manufactured, or Modular Home of any type or kind shall be placed on a Property unless the custom,
manufactured, or Modular Home meets the following requirements:
Any custom, manufactured, or Modular Home shall meet all CSA and Alberta Building
Standards (ABS) standards and requirements, and contain and have affixed CSA and
ABS label numbers;
Roof types shall be limited to Roofs of a peak design with a suitable material that
meets all Alberta Building Code standards and requirements;
Dwellings shall be placed on a CSA Z240. 10.l standard foundation, an engineer
approved foundation, or a Basement which meets Alberta Safety Codes standards.
Accessory Buildings Development Regulations
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Maximum Lot
Coverage Area
As required under the Designated
Land Use District.
Except where the Lot is subject to:
a
man-made
barrier,
registered
in
Land
Titles,
fragmenting
the
quarter
section, or
a
natural
barrier
that
physically
fragments
the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed with
farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented
area
shall
be
governed by the policies in the
Municipal Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Accessory Buildings
Size
CR-A, CR-S, and CR-M Districts:
Maximum 3,000 square feet.
R, R1, R2, and R3 Districts:
Maximum 60% of the floor area of
the Main Building.
Where there is an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan, requirements and/or
regulations in that Plan will apply.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Number of
Accessory Buildings
Within Districts other than CR-A
limited to: 2 accessory buildings + 1
Garage.
Within CR-A District: at the
discretion of the Development
Authority.
Minimum Front
Yard
Minimum 7.6 m (25ft) from Lot
Line as shown in Figure 3.
Maximum shall be no closer than
the front line of the Main Building,
unless the Lot or Parcel meets the
criteria in Section 4.3(7) above.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
Minimum Side Yard
0.9 m (3 ft.) from Lot Line,
provided that overhanging eaves
shall not be less than 0.6 m (2 ft.)
from any Lot Line, or as provided
for within the Designated District.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, structures
constructed adjacent to existing
Similar Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is Lane
access.
Minimum Rear Yard
1.5 m (5 ft.) from Lot Line,
provided that overhanging eaves
shall not be less than 0.6 m (2 ft.)
from any Lot Line, or as provided
for within the Designated District.
Minimum Sight
Distance
6 m (19.6 ft), as shown in
Figure 3, or as required by Alberta
Transportation Highway Design
Guide, where applicable.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Maximum Height
Accessory Buildings
Shall not exceed the height of the
Main Building, except that a
Variance has been granted in
connection with a valid
Development Permit at the
discretion of the Development
Authority.
Except where restricted by the
Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a Variance
is granted, pursuant to Section 2.13
of this Bylaw.
Where a structure is attached to
the Main Building on a Lot or Parcel
by a Roof, an open or enclosed
structure, a floor, or a foundation it
is to be considered a part of the
Main Building and is not an
Accessory Building, and is subject to
the same minimum Yard
requirements as the Main Building.
Secondary Suites
In such cases where it can reasonably
be determined by the Development
Authority that the additional height
will not impact the quality of life or
enjoyment of adjacent properties, the
height of the Accessory Building
containing the Secondary Suite shall
not exceed the height of the Main
Building.
Secondary Suites are subject to
additional applicable provisions
under this Section and the
provisions under Section 4.20.
Minimum
Shelterbelt and
Planting Setback
0.9 m (3 ft.) from Lot Line, as shown in
Figure 3, excluding provincial Highways, which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations. Setbacks from Roadways must be measured
from Right-Of-Way centerline.
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in this Bylaw, the designated
Setbacks from Roadways in
Table 1 applies to all Accessory Buildings in all Districts, in addition to the
applicable regulations in the Designated District, except that a Variance has
been granted at the discretion of the Development Authority in connection
with a valid Development Permit.
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in this Bylaw, the designated
Setbacks in Figure 3 apply to all Accessory Buildings, along with the
applicable regulations for the Designated District, except at the discretion of
the Development Authority or where a Variance has been granted in
connection with a valid Development Permit.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Design and
Appearance
The exterior treatment of the Accessory Building shall be consistent and
complement with that of the Main Building.
Vegetation
All Landscaping, Screening, Buffering, and planting shall meet County
Standards and all other provisions of this Bylaw and must be carried out to
the satisfaction of the Development Authority. In addition:
Landscaping adjacent to structures should incorporate FireSmart
Vegetation Management Strategies.
Shelterbelts and Buffers should follow Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada Design Guidelines. (See Figure 2. Shelterbelt Setbacks.)
Application Referral
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.15 of this Bylaw.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of
these regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers,
cupolas, and similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator
mechanisms and housings, water tanks, stand pipes, and similar utility
structures; and radio and television towers and Antennas, and similar
telecommunication structures, and may require a request for a Variance
subject to the provisions of Section 2.13 of this Bylaw.
Notwithstanding any regulation in this Section to the contrary, all Garages and
Carports shall be located a minimum of 6 m (20 ft.) from any Lot Line where
the Garage doors that provide Vehicle access face that Lot Line. The distance
from the doors of an attached Garage that provide Vehicle access or the
entrance of an attached Carport to the Lot Line shall not be less than the
required Yard Setback within the Designated District.
Notwithstanding any regulation in this Section to the contrary, a Fence or
hedge may be constructed along a boundary line of a Lot or Parcel or
immediately adjacent to a Main Building, subject to the provisions in Section
4.5(12) of this Bylaw.
Radio and television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication
structures are subject to specific District requirements as established in
Section 5.28 of this Bylaw.
The FireSmart Setback provisions of these regulations may be modified at
the discretion of the Development Authority, and may require a request for
a Variance subject to the provisions of Section 2.13 of this Bylaw.
Non-Conforming
Uses
Non-Conforming Use status will apply to those Accessory Buildings, which are
already in existence at the time these regulations come into effect and do not
meet the requirements established within these regulations, pursuant to
Section 2.12 of this Bylaw.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Non-Conforming Accessory Buildings already in existence, may be allowed to
encroach into the Setbacks established within these regulations at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, Non-
Conforming Uses existing as of the date of the approval of this Bylaw may be
entirely restored and/or replaced, whether or not they have been damaged by
fire or other incident, and whether or not the landowner/Developer merely
wishes to replace the Building.
Restricted Uses
Uses that may produce, directly or indirectly, noise, odour, fumes, dust,
smoke, unsightly appearance, or other effects that may be detrimental to
Uses within a Residential District shall not be allowed within a Residential
District.
Swimming Pools
The minimum Front and Side Yards of a swimming pool shall be the same as
for the Main Building, and the minimum Rear Yard for a swimming pool shall be
1.5 m (5 ft.).
All swimming pools must be enclosed by a non-climbable Fence not less than
1.8 m (5.9 ft.) in height either around the pool area or around the perimeter of
the Lot or Parcel and shall include a security gate.
All swimming pools shall meet the minimum standards of any applicable
Provincial regulations regarding swimming pools.
There shall be no mechanical or electrical equipment used, which would
interfere with the enjoyment of adjacent properties.
Temporary Uses
Development Permits for non-permanent structures, including but not limited
to portable Garage shelters, may be issued on a temporary basis for a period
not to exceed three (3) years.
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Figure 3. Siting and Setbacks in Residential Districts.
Figure 4. Permitted Encroachments within Side Yards on a Corner Site.
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CORNER AND DOUBLE FRONTING LOTS OR
PARCELS
Within all Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
In the case of Double Fronting Lots, the Front Yard shall be that portion of the Lot Abutting the
Road on which the Front Yards of adjacent Lots face. If adjacent Lots have Front Yards facing
both Roads, Front Yards shall be considered to be on both Roads and the Lot may thus have no
Rear Yard.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, the Development Authority
may require that a Development on a Corner Lot or on a Double Fronting Lot provide two
minimum required Front Yards, after having regard to the orientation of adjacent Lots and to
the location of accesses to the Development.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, where a second minimum
Front Yard is not required on a Corner Lot, the minimum required Side Yard on the side adjacent
to the Road shall not be less than the minimum Side Yard for the Designated District.
Except as provided in Section 4.16, where a second minimum Front Yard is not required on a
Corner Lot, no feature, structure, or portion of a Building more than 0.5 m (1.6 ft) in height shall
be located or project into a required Yard. (See Section 4.5)
In all Districts, the following regulations shall apply regarding Site line protection on Corner Lots or
Parcels:
On corner Sites within all Districts, at the intersection of Roads, Lanes, and at intersections of
driveways and Roads, no feature, structure, or portion of a Building more than 1.0 m (3.2 ft.) in
height shall be erected, placed or maintained within the Corner Site Line Protection areas or its
Setbacks, as shown in Figure 1 and Figure 3, as applicable.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, no Sign shall be located
within the Corner Site Line Protection areas or its Setbacks, as shown in
In all Districts, the following regulations shall apply regarding Lots or Parcels adjacent to a water
body:
Lots or Parcels of Land adjacent to a water body shall be considered double-fronting Lots or
Parcels and are subject to the provisions in this Section, in addition to all other provisions of this
Bylaw for the Designated District for each Lot or Parcel.
The Front Lot Line for Lots or Parcels of Land adjacent to a water body, whether there is or not
Separation by means of an environmental reserve or conservation Buffer or Easement shall be
located along the Lot or Parcel Property or boundary line Abutting the main access Road to the
subject Lot or Parcel.
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Location of Accessory Buildings on Lots or Parcels of Land adjacent to a water body shall
conform to the regulations established in Section 4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, subject to the
designated Land Use District for each Lot or Parcel.
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DESIGN, CHARACTER AND APPEARANCE OF
DEVELOPMENTS STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS
The purpose of this Section is to provide the County with controls to ensure higher quality
performance of Site Development, Building, and systems as well as good and compatible design,
character, and appearance of Buildings located in Lots and Parcels of Land throughout the County.
The provisions of this Section apply to the Development of all Buildings within the County of
Vermilion River.
The County will encourage high-quality, sustainable Development in design, Construction, and
systems, which incorporate environmental considerations.
Development proposals within the County shall be designed in a pattern of interconnecting streets,
defined by Buildings, street furniture, Landscaping, pedestrian ways and sidewalks, as applicable.
The layout should be suited to existing topography and other natural features of the area to
minimize cut-and-fill and grading throughout the Site.
The following design guidelines and architectural controls apply to Development proposals for lands
located within County boundaries. The Development Authority, at its sole discretion, may require
that design guidelines be registered on the title for each Lot or Parcel through an instrument, such
as a restrictive covenant.
Appearance
The exterior finish on all Buildings shall be of a permanent material and be of a
character and quality satisfactory to the Development Authority. In this regard, the
siding, shingling, painting, etc. of a Building shall be completed within two (2) years
of Development Permit approval.
Building massing and siting
Building massing and siting should reflect careful consideration of the Lot or Parcel
characteristics, relationship, and orientation. Building mass, siting and style may be
modified on a case-by-case basis to enhance the streetscape. Setbacks may be
adjusted accordingly.
There is intent to provide an overall Site composition of sloped Roofs, which allow for
an expression of uniqueness for individual residences and the internal functions of
each house. Houses within the same street or cul-de-sac are to have a consistency of
apparent volume.
The siting of Dwelling Units shall reflect the attributes of topography, views,
exposures, and the need for privacy. House siting should be examined to ensure
proper drainage and compatibility with siting on adjacent Lots or Parcels.
Setbacks and Separation Space
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Maximum Setbacks for Front Yards on all other Lots or Parcels may be imposed to
ensure compatibility with siting on adjacent Lots or Parcels.
Elevations
Front elevation and high-visibility rear elevation treatments should avoid large
expanses of flat, vertical wall through the use of such architectural elements as trim
boards on window frames, arched elements, decorative panels, balconies, bay
windows, projections, etc.
A maximum of two feet (2) of parged concrete will be permitted on all elevations of
the home. Variation in grade and Basement design may require the exterior cladding
material be lowered or extended to within 2' of ground level.
Grading
The Development Authority, at its sole discretion, may require that the Applicant or
Developer obtain a grading certificate from the County for each Lot or Parcel as a
condition of Development or Subdivision.
Grade variations should be absorbed within the Building mass, to minimize steeper
slopes and contrast between Lots or Parcels.
Front entry steps are to be a maximum of three risers per set. Where the grade
elevation calls for more than three risers, the run must be split. Exceptions to this
requirement may be granted in consideration of the unique design and/or
topography.
Any gap between the ground level and the floor level of any Development shall be
finished with high-quality skirting within 30 days of placement on a Property. All
finished materials shall either be parged, factory fabricated, or of equivalent quality
and be pre-finished or painted so that the design and Construction compliments and
is compatible with the Dwelling;
All Property shall provide for a maximum of two (2) Off-Street Parking Spaces and
shall ensure that sufficient Setbacks are provided for the Parking Area to park Vehicles
entirely on Site, without overhanging any Property Lines.
Driveways and Garages
Driveways and front walks are to be one of the following:
1.cast in place concrete, including plain and stamped, or colored concrete;
2.paver stones; or
3.field stones.
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4.asphalt driveways and sidewalks are not allowed.
5.Garages shall be constructed in a style that complements the house.
6.unless otherwise approved by the Development Authority, Garages are to be
located on the Property in conformity with the Land Use Bylaw of the County
of Vermilion River.
Colours
exterior colours shall all be in keeping with the image and character of the
neighbourhood.
The Development Authority may consider the following when reviewing Development proposals in
all districts:
the design, character, and appearance of a proposed Building or Building(s) must be compatible
with Buildings on the subject Lot or Parcel and other Buildings existing in the vicinity, unless the
Building is setting an improved standard of design and character for the Land Use District or a
particular location therein.
the design of the Building must be consistent with the purpose of the Land Use District in which
it is located; and/or
the Building shall comply with any provisions of any statutory plan, which sets out specific
guidelines as to the design, character, appearance, or Building Materials to be used within a
District or area;
The arrangement, location, and orientation of all Buildings, main and accessory, in all districts shall
be as required by the Development Authority.
The Development Authority shall encourage Buildings to be Sited and constructed following best
practices to maximize passive solar energy gain.
The Subdivision Authority or the Development Authority, where it desires to achieve a higher
standard of design and appearance in a specific Site Development Plan, Area Structure Plan,
Subdivision, or Development, may require the Developer to provide detailed architectural control
guidelines and to register said guidelines in the form of a restrictive covenant (RC) in title for each
individual Lot or Parcel as a condition of Subdivision or Development approval in order to ensure
ongoing conformance with the established architectural control guidelines.
Specifically with respect to Non-Residential or Direct Control Districts, other than a Direct Control
District within the boundary of an Intermunicipal Development Plan, the Development Authority or
Council, as the case may be, may impose conditions in relation to Property appearance if, in the
opinion of the Development Authority or Council:
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there is a likelihood that the proposed Development will generate undesirable impacts on
surrounding Sites, such as poor appearance, excessive noise, light, odours, traffic, litter, or dust;
and/or
there is a likelihood that undesirable impacts may be generated on the Site, and cause conflicts
with other Lots or businesses within or adjacent to the Development.
In determining the conditions to be imposed pursuant to Section 4.5(9) above, the Development
Authority or Council, as the case may be, may consider, but will not be limited to considering the
following:
Additional Separation space may be required between incompatible Uses.
Trees, shrubs, opaque Fences, walls, and Berms can be used to Buffer or screen uses having
negative impact.
Architectural elements such as arches, columns, or gables along with appropriate exterior
finishing materials and colours can reduce the perceived mass and impact of rooflines and
facades of large Buildings where walls are in excess of 33.0 m (100 ft) in length.
Waste collection areas may need to be screened using Berms, Landscaping, or solid fencing or
any combination of the foregoing. Similarly, mechanical equipment (including rooftop
mechanical equipment) shall be screened from view.
Alternative access locations.
Applying dust control methods to the subject Property and/or adjacent Roads.
Any additional measures that at their discretion are considered relevant to mitigate impacts on
adjacent or sensitive Uses in proximity to the proposed Development.
Fences, Walls, and Hedges
Notwithstanding any regulation respecting required Yards to the contrary in this Bylaw, a Fence
or hedge may be constructed along a boundary line of a Lot or Parcel, except as established for
the Corner Site Line Protection areas or its Setbacks, as shown in Figure 1 and Figure 3, as
applicable.
No Fence, wall, hedge or any combination thereof located within any Residential District shall
be constructed higher than listed below, when measured from the average ground level at 0.3
m (1 ft.) back from the Lot Line, on whichever side of the Fence the ground level is lower than:
2.0 m (6.6 ft.) for the portion of the Fence, wall, or hedge that extends from the
foremost portion of the Main Building into the Rear Yard Setback, as depicted in
Figure 5;
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1 m (3.3 ft.) for the portion of the Fence, wall, or hedge that extends from the
foremost portion of the Main Building into the Front Yard Setback, as depicted in
Figure 5;
1 m (3.3 ft.) for that portion of the Fence, wall, or hedge that extends into an 8 m
(26.25 ft.) sight triangle on a Corner Lot or Parcel with two or more intersecting
Roads, as depicted in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Fencing Regulations.
All Apartment or row housing Developments shall provide, to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority, a wall, hedge or wooden Fence of not less than 1.22 m (4.0 ft.) nor
more than 2.0 m (6.6 ft.) in height, along any side or rear lines adjacent to any Residential Use.
All Drive-In Businesses, car washing establishments, Service Stations and gas bars shall provide,
to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, solid Fences of not less than 1.22 m (4.0 ft.) in
height nor more than 2.0 m (6.6 ft.) in height, along any side or rear Property Lines adjacent to
any Residential District.
All other commercial Developments shall provide, to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority, a wooden Fence of not more 2.0 m (6.6 ft.) in height along any side or rear lines
adjacent to any Residential District.
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Neither razor wire nor barbed wire shall be allowed within Residential Districts.
Razor wire shall not be used in the Municipality without a Development Permit having been
issued to allow its Use.
Other than in the Agricultural (A) and Controlled Urban Development (CUD) Districts, barbed
wire shall be used as a fencing material only if a Development Permit has been issued to allow
its Use.
In all Districts outside of the Hamlets, all Fences, walls and hedges, other than game fencing and
corrals on Parcels over 32 ha (80 ac.), shall be not less than 15.24 m (50.0 ft.) from the centre
line of adjacent Roads.
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
During the review of a Development Permit application, the Development Authority may
consider the following Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles, and
make recommendations for the proposed Development:
the reduction of concealment opportunities;
the provision of lighting to minimize unlit areas;
the placement of house and/or windows to maximize informal surveillance;
easily-identified street addresses;
the placing of Landscaping elements to provide sufficient sightlines;
designing the layout in a manner that encourages safe and accessible pedestrian
movement; and
clearly defining entrance and exit routes.
Dark Skies
All exterior lighting and all fixtures shall be shielded and oriented as to direct ALL light below
the horizon.
All residential, commercial, industrial, recreational, and Institutional users of exterior Night-
Time illumination are encouraged to extinguish luminaires when not required.
Further to the regulations set out in the Land Use Bylaw, ALL new signage within the County
requiring Night-Time illumination shall be illuminated only from the top of the Sign, and only
with full cut-off fixtures, oriented such that ALL light will be directed downward and below the
horizon.
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Illumination of existing non-compliant outdoor signage after approved business hours is
prohibited unless the luminaire is retrofitted to be fully shielded and oriented as to direct ALL
light below the horizon.
Curfews
all existing sources of exterior illumination, including but not limited to residential,
commercial, industrial, recreational, institutional, and signage for the purposes of
advertising/entertainment that do NOT comply with pertinent sections of this bylaw
shall be turned off by:
1.
11:00 pm between April 1st and September 30th.
2.
9:00 pm between October 1st and March 31st.
when enforcing sub-paragraph (i) above, the Municipality may take into account any
practical considerations, including business hours of operation seasonal nighttime
differences, and so on.
unless approved business hours surpass the prescribed curfew times, existing signage
installed prior to the passing of this Bylaw that is used for advertising/entertainment
purposes and that does NOT comply with the above regulation shall be required to
extinguish artificial illumination by:
1.
11:00 pm between April 1st and September 30th.
2.
9:00 pm between October 1st and March 31st.
The Use of laser light sources for outdoor advertising and/or entertainment purposes is
prohibited.
The operation of searchlights for advertising and/or entertainment purposes is prohibited.
The Use of drop lens cobra head light fixtures for street lighting purposes is prohibited. Only flat
lens streetlight fixtures are permitted.
No luminaire in a Residential District shall be oriented such that the light it emits trespasses
beyond the Property Line on which the luminaire is located.
Where commercial or industrial properties border residential properties, the amount of light
that falls off the Property does not exceed 0.5 foot-candle (lm/ft2) at the commercial or
industrial Property Line.
No luminaire that produces glare due to its bulb type, power, and/or orientation, shall be
permitted.
Non-Conforming Luminaires
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all luminaires and illuminated Signs lawfully in place prior to the date of the adoption
of this bylaw shall be grandfathered. Until said luminaries are to be moved, repaired,
or replaced for any reason, at that time the grandfathered luminaire shall be required
to meet the provisions set out in this bylaw.
should grandfathered luminaires currently in place cause glare and/or light trespass,
the Owner is to rectify the situation at their earliest convenience. Should the Owner
choose not to do so, a remedial order may be issued.
the County is committed to developing a program that will provide orientation to
Property Owners with retrofitting their existing non-compliant luminaires.
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DEVELOPMENT ADJACENT TO ROADWAYS
REGULATIONS
Development Permit applications for lands within 800 m (0.5 mile) of the centerline of a provincial
Highway or a provincial Highway and a public Road intersection shall be issued subject to approval
by Alberta Transportation, as required pursuant to Provincial legislation and regulation.
Site Development Plan or Area Structure Plans applications for lands within 1.6 km (1 mile) of a
provincial Highway or a provincial Highway and a public Road intersection are subject to
approval by Alberta Transportation, as required pursuant to Provincial legislation and
regulation.
On a Lot or Parcel located at the intersection of County Roadways, no Development shall be
permitted within the areas illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 3, as applicable.
On a Lot or Parcel located in the inside of a Road curve, no Development shall be permitted within
the areas illustrated in Error! Reference source not found..
Development shall be located so that access or egress to a Roadway is beyond 150 m (492 ft.) of
the beginning or end of a Road curve with greater than twenty (20) degrees curvature, as illustrated
in Figure 6; or, at the intersection of two (2) Roads, such that the minimum distances shown on
Figure 1 and Table 1, as applicable, are provided.
Ingress to or egress from County Roadways shall not be permitted where it would be:
less than 150 m (492 ft.) from an existing Approach on the same side of the Road;
less than 150 m (492 ft.) from a bridge;
less than 150 m (492 ft.) from an at-grade railway crossing;
at a point where the gradient of the Road is in excess of three percent (3%), when the existing
surveyed Road has been constructed to Collector Road standards; and in the case of an existing
surveyed Road not constructed to Collector Road standards, ingress to or egress will be
permitted only if Construction to Collector Road standards is expected within two (2) years and
the grade will be less than three percent (3%).
exceeding the maximum number of ingress/egress points along a County Roadway established
in the County Standards for the proposed location.
The planting of trees adjacent to collector and rural Roads shall be in accordance with the
requirements of Figure 1, and Table 1.
Where a County Roadway intersects a provincial Highway, Provincial regulations shall apply to
Development adjacent to the County Roadway, where it intersects.
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Figure 6. Building and Access Setbacks Requirements near Road Curves.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, Permitted or Discretionary Uses
for lands adjacent to Roadways such as Gravel Pits and storage-type businesses, or Uses that would
normally include extensive Outdoor Storage areas of material and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall screen such areas from adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding lanes..
Land adjacent to Highways shall not only be developed and maintained in an aesthetically pleasing
and safe manner but also Buildings rather than storage areas or Yards shall Occupy the Roadway
frontage areas on such land. In addition, the land shall meet the Buffering and Landscaping
requirements established in the County Standards and this Bylaw by means of Berming or solid
fencing, so as to screen the visibility of the Use from the Roadway.
To that end, and provided that all other provisions of this Bylaw are satisfied, Developments
adjacent to Highways consisting of Buildings and storage areas to the rear, away from the Arterial
Road, will generally be acceptable and, subject to the discretion of the Development Authority, may
be approved. However, the Development Authority will generally not approve Developments with
pits or storage areas adjacent to or visible from Highways.
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GENERAL DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
Highway Access
In the consideration of any Development proposal for Main or Accessory Uses within any
District along transportation network corridors, adequate access to Highways or freeways will
be an issue. Any Development approval may be conditional upon the Developer providing or
agreeing to being responsible for the provision of whatever access or access improvements
Alberta Transportation or the County may require to any Road.
Reserves
Municipal, School, Municipal and School, Environmental, and Conservation reserves shall be
taken at time of Subdivision pursuant to County Policy, to accommodate those Uses provided
for in Provincial legislation that are compatible with Adjacent Land Uses.
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may subject to special regulations or conditions of
approval, Uses that may produce, directly or indirectly, noise, odour, fumes, dust, smoke,
unsightly appearance, or other effects that may be detrimental to other Land Uses adjacent or
nearby a Designated Non-Residential District.
No fur-bearing animals, fowl, or Livestock other than Domestic Pets and horses other than as
provided for in the Designated District may be kept on a Lot or Parcel within a Residential
District, unless a Permit for a Home Occupation consistent with the provisions of this Bylaw has
been issued.
Approvals
Approval of Development within some District may be required by Provincial Regulation and, if
that is the case, issuance of such permit will be a requirement for any Development Permit
issued in this District.
Sensitive Uses
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, no Dwelling, nor any
institutional, public or health service Use, nor any other Use which includes human habitation,
either on a temporary or a permanent basis, shall be allowed within 800 m (2625 ft.) of any
Landfill, Composting, and Waste (LC-W) District.
The Development Authority may require the submission of a storm water management plan
acceptable to the County prior to considering any approval of any Development.
The Development Authority may require as a condition of the approval of any
Development that the Developer provide or agree to being responsible for the
provision of whatever storm water management facilities the storm water
management plan may recommend.
The distances in Table 2 between Industrial Uses and Sensitive Land Uses shall apply.
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Table 2. Industrial Uses Separation
CATEGORY
EFFECTS
SCALE
PROCESS
INTENSITY
SEPARATION
Industrial,
Light
Noise: Sound not
audible off
Property
Dust and/or
Odour:
Infrequent and
not intense
Vibration: No
ground borne
vibration on
plant Property
No outside
storage
Small scale
plant or
scale is
irrelevant in
relation to
all other
criteria for
this
Category
Self-
contained
plant or
Building that
produces and
/ or stores a
packaged
product.
Low
probability of
fugitive
emissions.
Daytime
operations
only.
Infrequent
movement of
products
and/or heavy
Trucks
Minimum 20 m (66
ft)
Industrial,
Medium
Noise: Sound
occasionally
audible off
Property
Dust and/or
Odour: Frequent
and occasionally
intense
Vibration:
Possible ground-
borne vibration,
but cannot be
perceived off
Property
Outside
storage may
be
permitted
Medium
level of
production
allowed
Open process
Periodic
outputs of
minor
annoyance
Low
probability of
fugitive
emissions
Shift
operations
permitted.
Frequent
movement of
products
and/or heavy
Trucks with
the majority
of
movements
during
daytime
hours
Minimum 70 m
(230 ft)
Industrial,
Heavy
Noise: sound
frequently
audible off
Property
Dust and/or
Odour:
Persistent and/or
intense
Vibration:
Ground-borne
vibration can
frequently be
perceived off
Property
Outside
storage of
raw and
finished
products
Large
production
levels
Open process
Frequent
outputs of
major
annoyance
High
probability of
fugitive
emissions
Continuous
movement of
products and
employees.
Daily shift
operations
permitted
Minimum 300 m
(984 ft)
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Exceptions
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, Dwellings within non-
residential Districts existing as of the date of the approval of this Bylaw may be entirely restored
and/or replaced, whether or not they have been damaged by fire or other incident, and
whether or not the landowner/Developer merely wishes to replace the Building.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, no more than 3 Lots for
Residential Uses may be allowed on that portion of NW 17-50-2-W4 lying to the south of
Highway #16.
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these regulations may
be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and similar architectural features;
flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and housings, water tanks, stand pipes, and similar
utility structures; and radio and television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication
structures.
Residential Development
Multi-Lot Development for Country Residential Use shall be prohibited:
on Sites where adequate year-round access is not available by either a paved or
graveled all-weather Road that meets County Standards.
on Sites where necessary services are not provided. Services are to be provided at
the sole expense of the Developer.
within 30.5 m (100.0 ft.) of a lake, the North Saskatchewan River, or the Battle River.
If the Developer disputes the required Setback, the Developer shall provide the
Development Authority with a biophysical study, which indicates that an alternative
Setback area is appropriate for the subject Site. The Development Authority will then
carefully consider the additional information and make a determination regarding the
most appropriate Setback area for the Site.
In all Residential Districts, residential Development shall not be allowed on land having
significant Development Constraints. The following list of Development criteria shall be used in
determining the suitability of land for seasonal and permanent residential Development:
groundwater of sufficient quantity and quality shall be available to support the
proposed Development. No Development shall be permitted in areas where, in the
opinion of the Development Authority, reserves of potable water are inadequate.
Development shall be prohibited on slopes in excess of 15%, unless a geotechnical
report providing assurance of slope stability that was prepared by an engineer
registered to practice in the province of Alberta is submitted.
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All Development shall be located on Lots or Parcels large enough to support on-site water supply and sewage
disposal systems. All Development shall be required to install sewage disposal systems, which have been
approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
Any proposed facilities, such as change houses, sewage disposal, Garbage disposal, and on-site water supply, shall
be required to have approval from authorities having jurisdiction, and shall be sufficient size and quality to handle
anticipated Use.
The clearing of vegetation shall be minimized and occur only after obtaining a Development Permit.
Any Person who proposes to alter the bed or shoreline of a lake must first receive appropriate approvals from
provincial authorities. Under provincial law, most Development on the bed or shoreline of a lake (up to the high-
water mark) is required to obtain a License of Occupation from provincial authorities prior to Construction.
Improvements not requiring a license include minor bank stabilization, erection of a small, removable, seasonal,
domestic pier, or placement of a removable boatlift on the lakebed during the summer months. Shoreline
alterations involving such things as depositing soil materials within the high-water level of a lake will generally not
be permitted.
Further information may be obtained from appropriate provincial government agencies.
Where there is an approved Site Development Plan or Area Structure Plan, requirements and/or regulations in
that Plan will apply.
Recreational Development
Recreational Development shall be required to:
Maintain an Open Space Buffer of sufficient size and composition to act as a visual
and noise barrier from adjacent Uses which may be incompatible; and
Install, when necessary, adequate on-site water supply and sewage disposal systems
which have been approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
Additional Information
The relevant Authority may require that any proposal for subdivision or development within a
Regional Planning Area be accompanied by additional supportive information, prepared by a
registered or licensed professional, in order to assess the conformity of a proposed subdivision
or development with the appropriate plan before consideration of the subdivision or
development shall commence. Further, if a subdivision or development is approved after such
supportive information is provided, the relevant Authority shall require that any
recommendations of the supportive information be implemented by the landowner/developer
and registered against the title of the subject lands, in order to inform future landowners of the
engineering requirements for development. Such information may include:
either, or both, a flood susceptibility analysis or a bank stability analysis prepared by
a registered engineer that assess the suitability of the subject site and the proposed
development from the points of view of flood susceptibility and/or bank stability.
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a Real Property Report, or other documentation indicating the exact location of all
structures on the property (prepared within the last five (5) years, in a form that is
acceptable to the Development Authority;
a storm water management plan approved by Alberta Environment and Parks, or
other appropriate authority;
a certified geotechnical report prepared, stamped and signed by a qualified
professional registered in the Province of Alberta in potentially hazardous or unstable
areas;
a certified biophysical assessment prepared, stamped and signed by a professional
registered in the Province of Alberta, on the impacts of the proposed development
on wildlife habitat or natural environments;
a reclamation plan for aggregate extraction or site grading and excavation;
an environmental assessment to determine potential contamination and mitigation;
in the case of the placement of an already constructed or partially constructed
building on a Lot or Parcel of land, information relating to the age and condition of
the building and its compatibility with the Designated District in which it is to be
located;
for subdivisions adjacent to water bodies and watercourses, an engineering and/or
geotechnical study to determine an adequate setback based on soil conditions and
slope stability prepared, stamped and signed by a registered professional engineer or
hydro-geologist, registered in the Province of Alberta.
an environmental impact assessment describing a development's potential
environmental effects;
a cumulative effects assessment prepared, stamped and signed by a professional,
registered to practice in the Province of Alberta, describing a development's potential
cumulative effects;
the identification of all rights-of-way and easements within or abutting the subject
property; and/or
any additional information as the relevant Authority deems necessary.
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GENERAL SERVICING REQUIREMENTS
All Development within the County shall be provided, at no cost to the County, with sanitary
facilities to the satisfaction of all Provincial legislation or regulations.
Where any on-site services or improvements, or any off-site local improvements are required to
service a proposed Development, a Developer shall not begin the work nor commence the
Development until the Development Authority is satisfied that such services or improvements will
be undertaken according to the standards and specifications of the County. In order to satisfy the
Development Authority, the Developer will be required to enter into a Development agreement
with the County as a condition of Development Permit approval.
A Development Permit shall not be issued for residential, commercial, industrial or recreational
Uses unless the Development Authority is satisfied that water supplies of sufficient quality and
quantity are or will be made available to support the proposed Development.
No Development Permit shall be considered valid for a Development to be serviced by private
sewer and water systems until the systems have been approved by the appropriate agency.
All future Development areas must be serviced to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
All infrastructure improvement costs associated with the Development will be borne by the
proponent of the Development.
When feasible, the County may support the use of reclaimed water to the maximum extent possible
in order to supplement existing surface and ground water supplies to help meet water needs. The
primary condition on the use of reclaimed water is protection of public health.
Reclaimed water systems will constitute a Variance and shall comply with the requirements in
Section 2.13 of this Bylaw.
In order to apply for a Variance, an alternative solution proposal shall demonstrate
an equivalent or greater level of performance as required by the most current
Provincial Standards adopted or as amended.
Reclaimed Water Systems shall be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the most
current Provincial Standards adopted or as amended.
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GENERAL SITE DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS AND
BUFFERING REQUIREMENTS
Grading and Drainage
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the proponent for a Development may be
required to submit a Site drainage plan and/or elevation plan indicating pre- and post-
Development flows to ensure that finished grades on the Site prevent drainage from
Development to adjacent Sites, except where drainage conforms to a storm water management
plan in an approved Site Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the Development Authority a Storm Water Management Plan must be
prepared by a qualified storm water management professional and provided to Development
Authority at the time of application for Redesignation, Subdivision, or Development.
If a Storm Water Management Plan is not available for an existing Development, it shall be
prepared by a qualified storm water management professional on behalf of the Developer, to
the satisfaction of the Development Authority and all relevant provincial and federal approving
agencies.
A Storm Water Management Plan shall include best management practices and may include
low impact development strategies and technologies for:
retaining storm water on-site on developed lots or within the subdivision, both during
and post-construction;
treating storm water prior to discharge into water bodies, watercourses, drainage
courses, or riparian lands;
preventing pollution of water bodies, watercourses, or riparian lands;
minimizing or mitigating impacts of storm water runoff on adjacent environmentally
sensitive lands and hazardous lands, and which shall be adhered to in all development
plans, construction management plans and post-development maintenance plans.
In addition to general requirements provided in paragraph 4.9(d) above, a Storm Water
Management Plan must include, but is not limited to, the following:
a geotechnical investigation to determine soil characteristics and the potential for
erosion and bank instability of any receiving water body or watercourse;
hydrogeological investigations to determine the recharge/discharge characteristics of
groundwater and general flow patterns;
inventory of existing natural drainage courses, any overland flow routes and other
water bodies;
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recommendations of best management practices and low impact development
initiatives, an implementation plan, and post-development monitoring plan for
erosion and sediment control;
recommendations and an implementation plan to achieve 25% pervious surfaces in
developed areas for each lot and for total subdivision area;
recommendations and an implementation plan of naturescaping component for a
minimum 25% of all required landscaped areas post development;
recommendation of most appropriate streetscapes, storm water retention ponds and
landscapes to achieve a no-net increase in volume and rate of flow off-site;
recommendations to minimize soil compaction during stripping, grading, servicing
and during development; and
post-development maintenance plans, including but not limited to action plans, goals
and strategies for monitoring, maintaining and funding storm water management
facilities and structures, best management practices and low impact development
initiatives for post-development conditions.
If any Development is damaged or threatened with damage from flooding from a water body, a
river, creek or watercourse, the landowner will be entirely responsible for any damage and for
any works necessary for protecting the Development from damage.
If any Development is damaged or threatened with damage from erosion or the effects of
erosion, or from flooding or the effects of flooding, whether or not a Development Permit has
been issued in respect of the Development, the landowner will be entirely responsible for any
damage and for any works necessary for protecting the Development from damage.
The Development Authority will not approve a Development Permit application for the
Development or placement of permanent Buildings within the 1:100-year Floodway of any lake,
river, creek, watercourse, or water body.
Development shall not be permitted on steep slopes (in excess of 15%), on unstable slopes or
land 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 by providing a geotechnical report prepared by a
professional engineer registered in the Province of Alberta.
Buffering and Setbacks
Accessory Buildings for non-Residential Uses in residential areas must be screened by a solid or
opaque Fence of not less than 1.8 m (6.0 ft.) in height adjacent to residential Property, or
otherwise screened by Landscaping or other architectural features, to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority.
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The Development Authority may prescribe Setback and/or Buffering requirements for Uses,
which may be physically or visually incompatible with nearby Land Uses.
At the sole discretion of the Development Authority, Buffering in the form of additional Setback,
fencing, Berming, Landscaping or the like shall be required as a condition of any non-residential
Development in proximity to Residential Uses.
The Development Authority, at his sole discretion, shall require provision of Screening for Uses,
which involve the Outdoor Storage of goods, machinery, Vehicles, Building Materials, Waste
materials, and other similar materials or Uses, as deemed necessary to mitigate potential
impacts to adjacent Development or sensitive Uses.
In considering the approval of an application, the Development Authority may require the
retention of trees or additional planting of such type and extent as considered necessary for the
purpose of ensuring Buffering, erosion and/or dust control.
The Development Authority shall determine the location of any shelterbelts.
No stripping, grading, placing or removal of fill of any kind, whether originating on the site or
elsewhere, shall be permitted on or within natural environment features or water resources, or
on or within 100 metres of natural environment features and water resources unless authorized
or permitted by federal or provincial law.
Storage of any deleterious substance as defined in the Fisheries Act (Canada) and the
Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act or any substance that may cause pollution as
defined is prohibited on or within natural environment features or water resources, or on or
within 100 m (328 ft.) of natural environment features, or water resources unless authorized or
permitted by federal or provincial law.
No outside storage is permitted on or within natural environment features or water resources,
or on or within 100 m (328 ft.) of natural environment features or water resources.
DEVELOPMENT IN RIPARIAN LANDS
Except for maintenance to buildings and structures listed as Permitted Uses within the
Designated District, no new development shall be permitted in riparian lands.
If development occurs in riparian lands in accordance with the provisions of this Bylaw, the
developer shall be required to avoid riparian lands wherever possible, to mitigate the extent of
the disturbance on riparian lands when avoidance is not possible, and when avoidance and
mitigation are not possible to construct an equivalent riparian facility to replace the riparian
land that was destroyed through development. The Development Authority will ensure that the
policy of "no net loss" is adhered to for all developments occurring in riparian lands.
Restrictions on use
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Other than uses authorized or permitted by federal or provincial laws, only the
following are Permitted Uses in riparian lands:
existing uses, buildings, and structures;
existing extensive agriculture;
existing parks and playgrounds;
existing recreational facilities and associated surface parking; areas;
existing public and quasi-public utility installations and facilities;
existing roads;
natural areas; and
pathways.
DEVELOPMENT IN WETLANDS
Restrictions on use
Other than uses authorized or permitted by provincial or federal laws, only the
following are Permitted Uses in wetlands:
1.
existing uses, buildings, and structures;
2.
existing extensive agriculture;
3.
existing parks and playgrounds;
4.
existing public and quasi-public utility installations and facilities;
5.
existing roads and pathways; and
6.
natural areas.
Except for maintenance to buildings and structures listed as Permitted Uses within
the Designated District, no new development shall be permitted in wetlands.
Notwithstanding, Development in wetlands may be allowed subject to an
Environmental Impact Assessment and approval from Alberta Environment and
Parks.
If development occurs in a wetland in accordance with the provisions of this Bylaw,
the developer shall be required to avoid wetlands wherever possible, to mitigate the
extent of the disturbance on wetlands when avoidance is not possible, and when
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avoidance and mitigation are not possible to construct an equivalent wetland facility
to replace the wetland that was destroyed through development. The Development
Authority will ensure that the policy of "no net loss" is adhered to for all
developments occurring in wetlands.
DEVELOPMENT IN FLOOD RISK & FLOOD FRINGE AREAS
No stripping, grading, placing or removal of fill of any kind, whether originating on the site or
elsewhere, shall be permitted within 100 m (328 ft.) of flood risk & flood fringe areas.
Storage of any deleterious substance as defined in the Fisheries Act (Canada) and the
Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act or any substance that may cause pollution as
defined is prohibited within 60 m (197 ft.) of flood risk & flood fringe areas.
No development, including but not limited to roads, pathways, or other similar structures and
hedging and other similar landscape elements shall be permitted in the flood risk & flood fringe
area unless the proposed Development meets the criteria established in an approved Site
Development Plan or, at the request of the Development Authority, an Area Structure Plan. The
Subdivision Authority may request that an environmental impact assessment and a Flood Risk
Management Plan be prepared as a condition of Subdivision.
No development will be permitted in the flood risk & flood fringe area if it is determined by a
hydraulic engineering study that such development will adversely affect the hydraulic efficiency
or capacity of the floodway, or adversely affect existing drainage courses in the flood fringe.
No outside storage is permitted in a flood risk & flood fringe area.
Restrictions on Use:
The following uses are permitted in the floodway:
1.
existing uses, buildings, and structures;
2.
existing extensive agricultural operations;
3.
existing parks and playgrounds;
4.
existing recreational facilities and associated surface parking;
5.
existing public and quasi-public utility installations and facilities;
6.
existing roads and pathways; and
7.
natural areas.
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DEVELOPMENT IN SLOPES
The applicant shall submit a topographic and feature survey of the site as part of an
application for Redesignation, Subdivision, or Development of lands that contain
slopes greater than 15%. The survey shall include:
slope analysis with contour intervals of 1 metre;
property lines;
easements;
water bodies or watercourses;
ravines, gullies and coulees ;
bedrock outcrops;
wildlife and feature trees and shrubs;
cliffs; and
ridgelines.
In areas with slopes over 15%, the Development Authority shall establish top of slope
bank and toe of slope area in accordance a geotechnical assessment, completed by a
qualified geotechnical professional. This information shall be included and mapped
on the plan of Subdivision and Development site plans, which includes:
an area between the top of the slope bank and the slope stability line or 15 m,
whichever is greater;
an area between the toe of the slope and the slope stability line or 15 m,
whichever is greater; and
areas of geotechnical risk, as identified in the geotechnical assessment completed
by a qualified geotechnical professional, which require a suitable setback or
suitable treatment prior to development.
Except as determined by the Development Authority, no development, except for
park benches, storm drainage facilities, swales, connective work required for
municipal purposes or remedial or restorative work, shall be permitted within a
geotechnical risk area.
A geotechnical risk area identifies an area that will require a geotechnical assessment
prior to consideration of Redesignation, Subdivision, or Development permit
applications for lands within 30 m (98 ft.) of the top of slope bank. A detailed
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geotechnical assessment prepared by a qualified geotechnical professional shall be
required in order to:
determine slopes in excess of 15%grade. This slope analysis should be provided in
increments of 0-5%, greater than 5-10%, greater than 10-15%, greater than 15-
20%, and greater than 20%;
demonstrate that the entire slope is stable to a factor of safety (FS) of 1.5 or
greater (FS>1.5);
identify subsurface soil conditions;
identify the slope stability line;
identify mitigative measures; and
map the top of slope bank and toe of slope as established by the Development
Authority.
The following minimum setbacks shall be established from the top of the slope bank:
Development setback of 30 m (98 ft.);
Subdivision property line setback of 24 m (79 ft.);
a geotechnical investigation, approved by the Development Authority, is required,
if the applicant proposes to vary the established Development and property line
setbacks, as outlined in clause 1 and clause 2 above;
notwithstanding clause (v) above, Subdivision property lines and developments,
including swimming pools, shall not be located within 15 m (49 ft) of the top of
the slope bank.
The following minimum setbacks shall be established from the toe of slope:
a.
Development shall be setback 24 m (79 ft.);
b.
Subdivision property lines shall be setback 15 m (49 ft.);
c.
a geotechnical investigation, approved by the Development Authority, is
required, if the applicant proposes to vary the established development
and property line setbacks, as outlined in item 5 above.
d.
Where a previous developer has submitted a geotechnical assessment,
the Development Authority may require the new developer to submit
additional geotechnical assessments based upon technical requirements
or site conditions.
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LANDSCAPING
In all Land Use Districts, except for the purpose of and in connection with Agricultural Operations
within the Agriculture (A) District, no Person shall commence or continue the removal of topsoil
without first obtaining an approved Development Permit.
Development Permit applications for Landscaping shall be accompanied by a Lot or Parcel grading
plan, drainage plan and, if applicable, indicate any existing or proposed retaining wall Construction.
The Developer shall provide upon Occupancy of the Development, a minimum topsoil coverage of
15.2 cm (6 in.) and the affected area shall be landscaped to meet County Standards, to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority.
In all districts, 90% of all areas of a Parcel not covered by Buildings, parking or vehicular
maneuvering areas shall be landscaped to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
In the case of car washing establishments, Service Stations and gas bars, Landscaping shall be
provided and maintained to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. Solid Fences shall be
provided at least 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) in height and no higher than 2.1 m (6.9ft.) adjacent to residential
areas.
In all residential areas, all Off-Street parking shall include a landscaped area. A wall, hedge, or
wooden Fence of not less than 1.2 m (3.9 ft.) in height and not more than 2.1 m (6.9 ft.) in height,
shall be provided along the side Property Lines and pursuant to the provisions under Section 4.9,
all to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
In any residential Land Use District, acceptable Landscaping for the Front Yard shall include
manicured lawns, rock gardens, xeriscapes, vegetable gardens and ornamental plants, or a
combination thereof, pursuant to County Standards.
In any Non-Residential Land Use District, Off-Street parking Lanes shall be landscaped by the
planting of trees and/or shrubs in the amount of at least one tree and/or shrub for every 185.8 sq.
m (2000 sq. ft.) of Parking Space area. The trees and/or shrubbery shall be of a type and size
approved by the Development Authority. Trees/shrubbery required shall be located within the
Parking Area in locations where visibility for the safe movement of Persons and traffic is not
impaired.
All required Landscaping and planting must be carried out to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority and within 1 year (weather permitting) of Occupancy or commencement of operation of
the proposed Development.
As a condition of a Development Permit, the Development Authority may require that the
Developer provide a financial guarantee, in a form acceptable to the County of Vermilion River, up
to the value of the estimated cost of the proposed Landscaping/planting to ensure that such
Landscaping/planting is carried out with reasonable diligence.
One of the responsibilities of landowners and/or Occupants in the County of Vermilion River,
including Hamlets, is the Landscaping of all Boulevards, Buffer strips, utility Lots, walkways,
medians, and public service land from the Property Line to the curb.
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4.11 Objects Prohibited or Restricted in Yards
OBJECTS PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED IN YARDS
No Person shall keep or permit to be kept in any part of any Yard located within a Residential
District:
any dismantled or wrecked Vehicle for more than fourteen (14) consecutive days;
any objects or belongings that, in the opinion of the Development Authority, are unsightly or
detrimentally may affect the health, safety, repose, amenities, Use, value, or enjoyment of the
surrounding lands, in reasonable proximity to the Property or Premises, or is otherwise
detrimental to the surrounding area, or presents an 'unsightly condition' as defined by the
Municipal Government Act.
any Refuse, Excavation, storage, or piling up of materials resulting from the Development of a
Property, other than that reasonably necessary to complete the Development, and when
applicable in connection with a valid Development Permit issued under this Bylaw and subject
to the conditions outlined therein.
No surplus Building Materials, Garbage, or Refuse of any kind shall be dumped or stored on any
Property except for clay and top soil for the purpose of completing the rough grading and
Landscaping of the Property, and when applicable in connection with a valid Development Permit
issued under this Bylaw and subject to the conditions outlined therein.
No Person shall keep or maintain a Recreational Vehicle in a Front Yard except that a Recreational
Vehicle may be maintained in a Front Yard on a hard surfaced (concrete, gravel, or asphalt) driveway
or concrete pad.
No Person shall keep or permit to be kept in any part of any Yard in a Residential District any more
than one (1) Vehicle, loaded or unloaded, of a gross Vehicle weight in excess of 4,800.0 kg (10,560
lbs) for longer than is reasonably necessary to load or unload the Vehicle.
Except within CR-A and CR-S Districts, no Person shall keep or permit to be kept in a Yard adjacent
to a Dwelling in a Residential District, either:
a propane tank that is larger than 68.2 kg (150 lbs.);
more than four (4) propane tanks; or
any number of propane tanks with a total capacity, which may exceed 68.2 kg (150 lbs.);
without first obtaining a Development Permit.
Notwithstanding Section 4.11(5) above, on Lots in a Residential District, which are:
greater than 1.2 ha (3 ac.) in area; and
where the proponent can prove to the satisfaction of the Development Authority that the
location and use of the propane tanks meets acceptable fire code and safety standards;
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the Development Authority may, at its sole discretion, allow more than four (4) propane tanks
or any number of propane tanks with a capacity, which may exceed 68.2 kg (150 lbs.) to be
located on a Lot.
Notwithstanding Section 4.11(5) above, in Non-Residential Districts, where the applicant for a
Development Permit can prove to the satisfaction of the Development Authority that the location
and use of the proposed propane tanks meets acceptable fire code and safety standards as well as
emergency response requirements, the Development Authority may, at its sole discretion, allow
more than four (4) propane tanks or any number of propane tanks with a total capacity, which may
exceed 68.2 kg (150 lbs.) to be located either:
within an individual Lot; or
within each Recreational Vehicle Stall located in an approved Campground, Recreational Vehicle
Park, or Recreational Vehicle Campground whether Seasonal or a Work Camp.
All Development Permit applications to allow more than four (4) propane tanks, or any number of
propane tanks with a total capacity, which may exceed 68.2 kg (150 lbs.), to be located within
individual Stalls, in approved Campground, Recreational Vehicle Park, or Recreational Vehicle
Campground whether Seasonal or a Work Camp, will be required to include an Emergency Response
Plan, prepared by the Developer, at no cost to the Municipality. The Emergency Response Plan will
be circulated to the Municipality's Fire Department for approval prior to issuance of a Development
Permit.
Development Permits issued for more than four (4) propane tanks or any number of propane tanks
with a total capacity, which may exceed 68.2 kg (150 lbs.) will only be granted for a period of one
(1) year. If the proponent wishes to extend the Development period, a new Development Permit
application must be submitted annually, at least thirty (30) days before the expiration date of the
Development Permit for the current period.
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OTHER USES WITHIN THE AGRICULTURAL (A)
DISTRICT REGULATIONS
Commercial
A Development Permit for a Commercial Use within the Agricultural (A) District may be issued if,
in the opinion of the Development Authority:
it directly serves the agricultural community; and/or
it will not conflict with surrounding Land Uses.
All Site regulations and Development requirements, including any requirement for Buffers, shall meet the
regulations of the Designated District and be based upon the type of Use(s) within the Development proposed at
the discretion of the Development Authority.
At the time of the Development Permit application, the proponent of a commercial Development shall identify all
municipal servicing costs associated with the proposed Development.
Industrial
The Development Authority may request advisory comment from various departments within
the Provincial and Federal Government and/or from the Health Authority, when considering an
application for the establishment of a Rural Industrial Use or an Industrial Use in the Agricultural
(A) District.
All Site regulations and Development requirements, including any requirement for Buffers, shall meet the
regulations of the Designated District and be based upon the type of Use(s) within the Development proposed at
the discretion of the Development Authority.
A Development Permit for an Industrial Use in the Agricultural (A) District may only be issued if, in the opinion of
the Development Authority, the applicant can satisfy the Development Authority with respect to any concerns
about:
the type and level of emissions that may be emitted into the atmosphere by the
proposed Development;
servicing requirements and provisions for meeting them; and
any costs associated with providing new or upgraded municipal services associated
with the proposed Development.
Residential
The Development Authority may request advisory comment from various departments within
the Provincial and Federal Government and/or from the Health Authority, when considering an
application for the establishment of a Discretionary Residential Use in the Agricultural (A)
District.
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All Site regulations and Development requirements, including any requirement for Buffers, shall meet the
regulations of the Designated District and be based upon the type of Use(s) within the Development proposed at
the discretion of the Development Authority.
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OTHER USES IN NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
REGULATIONS
In addition to other applicable provisions in this Bylaw, the standards, requirements, and
prohibitions contained in this part shall apply to Property and Development located within areas
designated as Non-Residential Districts under this Bylaw; including Overlay Districts.
Residential Parcels and Residential Uses within Non-Residential Districts designated under this
Bylaw, are subject to the Standards outlined in Section 4.13 of this Bylaw.
Exceptions
This Section shall not apply to:
any Person performing work of an emergency nature for the preservation or
protection of life, health or Property, but the onus shall be on the Person performing
the work to show that that the work was of an emergency nature;
any act of Maintenance or repair being carried out by employees or contractors of or
on behalf of the County.
any act of emergency Maintenance or repair being carried out by employees or
contractors of a private utility;
the operation of emergency equipment for any emergency Vehicle;
a Peace Officer engaged in performing his duty;
the use of Motorized Garden Tools in Residential Districts where the tool is used
during the Day-Time;
work on a Road, Roadway, or on a Public Utility carried out by the Owner or operator
of the Public Utility, or its contractors;
Agricultural Operations within the County; or
any activity within the sole purview of the Government of Canada or the Province of
Alberta.
The provisions in this Section shall not be interpreted to prevent legitimate work diligently carried out in
accordance with a Development Permit issued by the Development Authority such as: commercial, industrial,
Construction, demolition, Renovation, Landscaping, clean-up, storage, or other related activities from being
carried out on, or in relation to a Property.
The standards, requirements, and prohibitions contained in this Section shall apply to:
Non-residential Premises;
Vacant Lots;
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Buildings, structures, and improvements; and
activities.
No Person, Partnership, Firm, Company, or Corporation Owner or Occupant of a Property located
in a Non-Residential District shall allow a Building, Structure, or Development Owned or occupied
by him to become a safety hazard through the presence of Excavations, structures, materials, or
any other hazard or condition posing a risk to public safety.
No Person, Partnership, Firm, Company, or Corporation Owner or Occupant of a Property
located in a Non-Residential District shall allow an Excavation, drain, ditches, or other
depression in the ground to become or remain a danger to public safety.
Every Partnership, Firm, Company, or Corporation Owner or Occupant of a Property shall ensure
the following are maintained in Reasonable State of Repair:
foundations;
Exterior Walls;
Roofs, and eaves;
windows, including frames, shutters, and awnings;
doors, including frames and awnings;
steps and sidewalks;
Fences;
all fixtures, improvements, Renovations, or additions to any Building, Structure, or Development
on the Property or Premises, including, but not limited to:
exterior stairs;
Parking Areas;
signage;
lighting;
docks; or
other similar structures or features.
Noise
In the operation of or carrying on of an industrial or Construction activity, which is adjacent to a
Residential District no Person, Owner, Occupant, Firm, Company, or Corporation shall use,
operate or allow to be used or operate any tools, machinery, or equipment so as to create noise
or a disturbance, which may be heard in a Residential District during those hours designated as
Night-Time hours.
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No Liquor or Gambling Establishment shall permit any noise to emanate from the Premises of
such Drinking Establishment that disturbs the order and enjoyment of the community outside
the Premises of the Drinking Establishment.
No Person shall load or unload a Truck or Concrete Mixer within one-hundred and fifty (150)
meters (492 ft.) of a Residential District during the Night-Time.
Notwithstanding Subsection (c) above, a Person may, at any time, unload a Motor Vehicle containing:
fresh fruit, produce, and perishable merchandise including milk, milk products, and
baked goods; or
daily or weekly newspapers being delivered.
Nothing in this Section shall prevent the continual operation or carrying on of an Industrial Activity where the
activity is one which:
is a Permitted Use; or
is an approved Discretionary Use.
In the operation or carrying on of an Industrial Activity, the Person operating or carrying on that activity shall
make no more noise than is necessary in the normal method of performing or carrying on that activity.
Fowl, Rabbits, and Racing or Homing or Fancy Pigeons
Keeping or maintaining fowl, rabbits, racing, homing or fancy pigeons on Property or Premises
within a Non-Residential District is subject to the requirements outlined herein, and a
Development Permit being issued under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time.
No Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Non-Residential District shall, at any given time, keep
or maintain more than the number of fowl, rabbits, or racing or homing or fancy pigeons than
that approved for in a Development Permit issued.
No fowl or rabbits shall be kept or maintained within fifteen (15) meters (50 ft.) of any Building
Used for Residential Uses, unless it is indicated otherwise on a Development Permit being
issued under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time.
The Owner or Occupant of a Residential Parcel in a Non-Residential District may bring any
chickens in temporarily for the purpose of mob grazing.
The Owner or Occupant of a Residential Parcel in a Non-Residential District may bring any
number of chickens in temporarily on Premises where the fowl, rabbits, or racing, homing, or
fancy pigeons are sold in the ordinary and customary course of business, and are not raised,
bred, or grown on such Premises.
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Beekeeping
Keeping or maintaining bees on Property Premises within a Non-Residential District is subject to
a Development Permit being issued under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time and the Bee
Act.
Beekeepers must register with the Provincial Apiculturist in accordance with the Bee Regulation.
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REGULATIONS
Parking of Commercial or Heavy Vehicles
No Person shall Park or permit any Commercial Vehicle and/or Heavy Vehicle to be Parked, with
or without a Trailer attached thereon, on any Highway, Road, or Roadway.
Notwithstanding Subsection (a) above, a Person may park or permit a Commercial Vehicle
and/or Heavy Vehicle to park, with or without a Trailer attached thereon, upon any Highway,
Road, or Roadway for the purpose of delivery or pickup of goods, merchandise, or a commodity
during the Day-Time.
Residential/Urban Agriculture
Provisions under this Section shall be in accordance with federal and provincial legislation
provisions, where applicable. Should any provision under this Section is found to conflict with
provisions under federal or provincial legislation, the provisions under highest level of
regulation shall apply.
Urban Agriculture activities within a designated Residential District, where permitted, are
subject to a Development Permit being issued under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time.
Horses
The provisions under this Section do not apply to Lots or Parcels of more than five (5)
acres within areas designated as Non-Residential Districts under the Land Use Bylaw
in force at the time.
Keeping or maintaining horses on Property or Premises is permitted on a Lot or Parcel
provided the Lot or Parcel is no less than two (2) acres.
Keeping or maintaining horses on Property or Premises on Lots or Parcels within a
Designated Residential District shall be in accordance with the provisions in Section
6.3 of this Bylaw and all Provincial Manure Management Guidelines and Legislation.
The Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Country Residential District where horses
are permitted under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time, shall keep them
adequately Fenced so as to prevent them from escaping into neighbouring Property
or Public Places.
The Owner, Rider, or Person responsible for any horse that defecates in a Public Place
within a Residential District; or upon Property or upon Premises other than that
Owned or occupied by the Owner, Rider, or Person responsible for the horse, shall
be subject to the provisions under Section 1.13 of this Bylaw; such action does not
constitutes an offence PROVIDED THAT the Owner, Rider, or Person having control of
the horse removes the droppings as soon as possible.
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No Person shall tether or otherwise leave out any horse for the purpose of
depasturing or grazing on a Public Place.
Community Gardens
Keeping or maintaining a Community Garden on Property Premises within a
Residential District is the requirements outlined herein and a Development Permit
being issued under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time.
On-site sales may be permitted in Residential Districts one day a week subject to a
Development Permit being issued.
Where a Development Permit has been issued, on-site sales are subject to the
following:
1.
On-site sales are limited to the sale of unprocessed, non-value-added
products grown on Site; and
2.
All sales must be conducted in compliance with laws regulating on-site sales
of products grown in the Community Garden.
The Community Garden Site shall be designed and maintained to effectively handle
all drainage on Site.
A minimum one (1) meter (3.5 ft.), clearly marked entrance path shall be provided
from the public right-of-way to the garden.
A permanent Sign including, but not limited to, the name and contact information of
the Person responsible for the garden shall be posted at the primary entry path
adjacent to the public right-of-way. The Sign shall comply with the requirements of
the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time.
Refuse storage areas shall be provided and screened to enclose all Refuse generated
from the garden. Refuse areas shall be located as close as practicable to the center of
the Property. Refuse shall be removed from the Site at least once a week.
Storage areas for tools, fertilizers, equipment, and other material shall be enclosed
and located as close as possible to the center of the Property.
The following best practice standards shall be used for garden operations:
1.
Composting: May be performed on Site. Composting materials shall only be
those materials generated on Site. Composting areas shall be located as close
as possible to the center of the Property.
2.
Water use: Water rates shall apply to Community Gardens. Mulch shall be
applied to exposed soils in planting areas. Soil amendments shall include
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water retaining matter. Water shall be applied only to the base of plants. All
hoses shall be equipped with a trigger nozzle. Watering of plants shall
comply with the watering schedule for the community where the
Community Garden is located.
Hours of operation shall be limited to the hours between sunrise and sunset as set
forth by the National Research Council Canada.
Fowl, Rabbits, and Racing or Homing or Fancy Pigeons
Keeping or maintaining fowl, rabbits, racing, homing or fancy pigeons on Property or
Premises within a Residential District, with or without a Community Garden in
accordance with paragraph (d) above, is subject to the requirements outlined herein,
including sub-paragraph (iii) below, and a Development Permit being issued under
the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time.
No Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Country Residential District shall, at any
given time, keep or maintain more than:
1.
Twenty-five fowl and rabbits; or
2.
100 pigeons; or
3.
Any combination of 1 and 2 above that exceeds 100.
No Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Residential District shall keep Fowl that by
noise, odour, flies, insects, or vermin causes or is likely to cause a Nuisance or create
a danger to public health.
No Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Residential District shall keep or allow to be
kept or to remain on any Premises any Fowl except in a coop or otherwise confined
within the Property.
All Fowl must have access to a properly constructed aviary or coop covered with a
rainproof Roof and provided with a floor of concrete, wood, or earth.
All food for fowl, rabbits, or racing, homing, or fancy pigeons shall be stored in
containers, which offer protection against rodents.
All fowl, rabbit, or racing, homing, or fancy pigeon droppings and food scraps shall be
properly disposed of at least once a week or more frequently if, in the opinion of the
Designated Officer, it is necessary to prevent an unsanitary condition.
Any Person who keeps pigeons shall be is a member in good standing of either the
Canadian Racing Pigeon Club or the Canadian Pigeon Fanciers Association and shall
have his birds banded with a seamless Club or Association band placed on their leg.
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The Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Country Residential District may bring any
number of chickens in temporarily for the purpose of mob grazing.
Keeping or maintaining chickens on Property or Premises designated Parks and
Recreation (PR) within a Residential District, with or without a Community Garden in
accordance with paragraph (d) above of this bylaw, is subject to a Development
Permit being issued under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time and the following
requirements :
1.
No rooster shall be permitted on Property or Premises within a Residential
District.
2.
The number of chickens permitted, and the location of the chicken coop are
as follows:
a.
up to five (5) chickens may be kept on a Premises, provided that the coop
is located outside of all required Setbacks as established by the Land Use
Bylaw in force at the time;
b.
up to fifteen (15) chickens may be kept on a Premises, provided that the
coop is located outside of all required Setbacks, as established by Land
Use Bylaw in force at the time, or 5 meters (15 ft.) from the Property Line,
whichever is greater; and
c.
up to twenty-five (25) chickens may be kept on a Premises, provided that
the coop and the enclosure are a minimum of 15 meters (50 ft.) from any
structure Used for residential purposes.
3.
All chickens shall be housed in coop that is designed to be:
a.
predator proof;
b.
thoroughly ventilated;
c.
watertight;
d.
easily accessed and cleaned; and
e.
a minimum of six square feet (6 sq. ft.) of area per chicken.
Direct access from the coop to an outdoor enclosure shall be provided with the
outdoor enclosure designed to be:
a.
predator proof;
b.
easily accessed and cleaned;
c.
Fenced to contain the chickens; and
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d.
a minimum of ten square feet (10 sq. ft.) of ground area per chicken.
Nothing contained in this section shall be deemed or construed to prohibit the
keeping of fowl, rabbits, or racing or homing or fancy pigeons:
a.
in a coop, box, or run located and kept within a schoolhouse, museum,
or zoo for the purpose of study or observation; or
b.
in a coop, box, or run located and kept within a physician's office or
laboratory, for medical research, medical treatment, or scientific
purposes.
The Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Residential District may sell eggs laid by
the chickens permitted under this Section from the residence for which the permit
has been issued, provided the permittee complies with all other applicable laws. The
sale of such eggs is not considered a Commercial Use or a Home Occupation. Chickens
in Residential Districts may not be kept for any type of commercial purposes,
including sale or breeding.
Hogs, Pigs, and Swine
No Person shall bring or maintain any hogs, pigs, or other swine within a Residential
District designated under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time.
Micro (Teacup) and potbellied pigs may be permitted in Residential Districts, provided
that the animal is appropriately cared for, and that keeping the animal does not pose
any environmental concerns or Nuisances in the neighbourhood.
No Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Residential District shall, at any given time,
keep or maintain more than:
Two (2) micro (Teacup) pigs.
One (1) potbellied pig.
Goats and Sheep
Keeping or maintaining goats and sheep on Property Premises within a Residential
District, with or without a Community Garden in accordance with Subsection
4.13(2)(d), is subject to a Development Permit being issued under the Land Use Bylaw
in force at the time and the requirements outlined herein.
The Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Country Residential District may bring any
number of goats in temporarily for the purpose of performing brush management.
The keeping of miniature goats or sheep on Property Premises within a Residential
District, with or without a Community Garden in accordance with Subsection
4.13(2)(d) of this bylaw, is subject to a Development Permit being issued under the
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Land Use Bylaw in force at the time and shall be consistent with the following
requirements:
Miniature goats are those goats commonly known as Pygmy, Dwarf, and
Miniature Goats.
All miniature goats shall be dehorned.
Male miniature goats shall be neutered.
The Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Country Residential District shall keep
no more than two (2) miniature goats on the Premises, except that offspring may
be kept on Site for up to twelve (12) weeks from birth.
Miniature goats shall be housed in a Shed designed to be:
a.
predator proof;
b.
thoroughly ventilated;
c.
easily accessed and cleaned;
d.
watertight and draft free;
e.
a minimum of ten (10) square feet of interior space; and
f.
located outside of all required Setbacks as established by the Land Use
Bylaw in force at the time.
The Owner or Occupant of a Property in a Country Residential District shall keep
no more than two (2) sheep on the Premises, except that offspring may be kept
on Site for up to twelve (12) weeks from birth.
Direct access from the Shed to an outdoor enclosure shall be provided with the
outdoor enclosure designed to be:
a.
secured with a minimum 1.5 meter (5 ft.) tall Fence;
b.
a minimum area of thirty seven (37) square meters (400 sq. ft.);
c.
secured from the outside in a manner that prevents the miniature goats
from escaping;
d.
free of objects that would enable the goats to climb out of the enclosure;
and
e.
easily accessed and cleaned.
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Goat's or sheep's milk, goat's or sheep's cheese, and other goat or sheep related
food products shall be for personal consumption only; sale of such products is
prohibited.
Beekeeping
Keeping or maintaining bees on Property Premises within a Residential District, with
or without a Community Garden in accordance with Subsection 9.15.2(a), is subject
to a Development Permit being issued under the Land Use Bylaw in force at the time,
the requirements outlined herein, and the Bee Act.
Beekeepers must register with the Provincial Apiculturist in accordance with the Bee
Regulation.
In all areas within the District, any Person keeping bees or permitting bees to be kept
on their Premises shall ensure that no Nuisance is caused to other Persons by those
bees.
The Owner or Occupant of a Property with an apiary located on Premises other than
where he resides, shall identify such apiary by a Sign prominently displayed on the
entrance side of the apiary stating, in black letters not less than one inch in height on
a background of contrasting color, the name of the Owner or Person in possession of
the apiary, his address and telephone number, or, if he has no telephone, a statement
to that effect.
An apiary consisting of three or more beehives shall be located no closer than forty
(40) meters (131 ft.) from any boundary, roadside, Public Place, or right-of-way.
An apiary consisting of two or fewer beehives may be maintained in accordance with
the following:
1.
the apiary shall be located outside of all required Setbacks as established by
Chapter 13, Article 1 of this Code, or fifteen feet from the Property Line and
20 feet from all public rights-of-way, whichever is greater;
2.
a minimum 1.8 meters (6 ft.) tall barrier shall surround the beehive leaving
sufficient space to properly maintain the beehive except that the barrier
shall not be required when the beehive is elevated at least eight feet above
grade;
3.
the beehive is not visible from the public right-of-way;
4.
the beehive is in a location that is secured from unauthorized access;
5.
the opening of the beehive faces the most distant Property Line;
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6.
the opening of the beehive faces away from entrances and walkways on the
Premises to the extent possible while ensuring that the entrance faces the
most distant Property Line;
7.
the beehive structure is a pale color; and
8.
the beehive is re-queened at least once every two years.
Location of apiaries within a Residential District area of less than two-thousand
(2,000) square meters (21,528 sq. ft.) must comply with the following:
1.
hives that are shielded by a Fence or suitably dense vegetation not less than
1.8 meters (6 ft.) high may be located no closer than 3 meters (10 ft.) from a
sidewalk, trail, or path;
2.
hives that are shielded by a Building, or a Fence or suitably dense vegetation
not less than 1.8 meters (6 ft.) high may be located no closer than 10 meters
(31 ft.) from a neighbour's principal Building;
3.
a shielding plan shall be provided to ensure that the bees' flight path is made
to go a minimum of 1.8 meters (6 ft.) high over the adjacent Property,
sidewalk, trail, path, or Road.
Location of apiaries within a Residential District area of two-thousand (2,000) square
meters (21,528 sq. ft.) or greater may be subject to suitable shielding to cause the
bees to fly over a Building, or Fence, or suitably dense vegetation, or a combination
thereof, not less than 1.8 meters (6 ft.) high across other Residential Parcel adjacent
to the hive Site.
Non-Residential Uses
In all Residential Districts, The Development Authority may request advisory comment from
various departments within the Provincial and Federal Government and/or from the Health
Authority, when considering an application for the establishment of a non-Residential Use in a
Residential District.
All Site regulations and Development requirements, including any requirement for Buffers, shall meet the
regulations of the Designated District and be based upon the type of Use(s) within the Development proposed at
the discretion of the Development Authority.
Where there is an approved Site Development Plan or Area Structure Plan, requirements and/or regulations in
that Plan will apply.
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PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS
All Parking Areas shall conform to the minimum parking standards set out in this Section and County
Standards.
Impact Mitigation
In all Districts, all Parking Areas shall provide storm water treatment for Parking Lot runoff using
bioretention areas, filter strips, and/or other practices that can be integrated into required
Landscaping areas and traffic islands.
In all Districts, all Parking Areas shall provide adequate Landscaping and Buffering, pursuant to
Sections 4.7, Section 4.9, and Section 4.10 of this Bylaw, to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority.
Access and Approaches
In all Districts, vehicular entrances and exits onto Roads shall only be permitted at locations
approved by the Development Authority and in conformity with all relevant County
specifications or policies. Permits shall be obtained from Alberta Transportation for all
Approaches onto Highways.
Sight line calculations shall be in accordance with the Roads and Transportation Association of
Canada methods for determining crossing sight distances for Roadways.
Sight line protection distances and Setbacks shall meet the minimum requirements,
as applicable within this Bylaw.
All Off-Street Parking Areas:
shall be designed to the satisfaction of the Development Authority with regard to the
dimensions, and layout of parking Stalls and maneuvering aisles taking into consideration the
specifications contained in this Section and Figure 7; and
shall have adequate street access, curbs, and curb cuts (where required) located according to
County Standards to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. The use of enclosed
drainage curb and gutter systems is discouraged in favor of vegetated swales, where feasible.
shall be graded, drained, compacted, and surfaced according to County Standards to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority.
In all Districts, an Off-Street Parking Space shall be provided in accordance with the minimum
requirements of each Use as determined by the Development Authority.
In all Districts, dumpsters within multi-lot subdivisions shall be setback 8 meters (25 ft) from the
curb and screened in accordance with the provisions of Section 4.9(2)(d).
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Figure 7. Parking Lot Layout Design and Dimensions.
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Required Number of Off-Street Parking Spaces
All developed Lots or Parcels are required to provide a minimum number of parking Stalls based
on the Use of the Lot or Parcel. In determining the parking requirement for a Lot or Parcel, the
Development Authority may consider:
if a specific Use is not mentioned below, the requirement shall be the same as for a
Similar Use, at the discretion of the Development Authority; and
if a Parcel consists of multiple Uses, the required parking shall be the sum of the
requirements for each Use, unless it is demonstrated to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority that a shared parking facility with a reduced number of
spaces will be sufficient.
parking requirements may be reduced at the discretion of the Development Authority by
providing for combined or shared parking provided that a legal agreement is entered into
between the users or Land Owners, and further that the parking arrangements are acceptable
to the Development Authority.
Other than as noted below, no Parking Space may be located within a required Front Yard.
The minimum number of parking Stalls for any Development shall be as follows:
Table 3. Parking and Loading Requirements
EXISTING OR PROPOSED USE
REQUIRED PARKING
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Residential Uses
Single-Family Detached
(Single-Unit Custom Or Move-In,
Manufactured Home Community)
2 spaces per Unit
Single-Family Attached
(Row Housing, Duplex, Fourplex)
1.5 spaces per Unit
Single-Family
Semi-Detached (Secondary &
Accessory Dwellings, Stacked
Housing)
Multi-Family (Apartment,
Cohousing, Multi-Unit, or Similar)
1 space per Unit
2 spaces per 3 Units
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EXISTING OR PROPOSED USE
REQUIRED PARKING
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Special Residential Uses 0.3 Parking Spaces per
sleeping room, plus 1
Parking Space per
employee on largest shift.
Visitors 1 space per 7 Units
Hotel or Motel 1.0 Parking Space for each
sleeping room up to 250
rooms; 0.75 Parking Spaces
for each sleeping room
from 251 rooms to 500
rooms; 0.50 Parking Spaces
for each sleeping room in
excess of 500 rooms.
Non-Residential Uses
Off-Loading Required
Industrial
1.0 space per under five
thousand square feet.
2.0 spaces per over five
thousand square feet up to
twenty-five thousand square
feet.
1.0 additional space per each
twenty-five thousand square
feet or fraction thereof.
Multi-tenant or
multi-Building
2.5 spaces per one
thousand square feet of
GFA* of office space; and
1.0 space per five
thousand square feet of
GFA of warehouse space.
Mini-Warehouse Facilities 1.0 space for every 40
storage Units or bays.
Commercial
1.0 space per up to thirty
thousand square feet.
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EXISTING OR PROPOSED USE
REQUIRED PARKING
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1.0 additional space per each
thirty thousand square feet or
fraction thereof.
Office (Professional & Business
Services)
2.5 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA or 2.75 for every one
thousand square feet of
UFA**.
Retail Store (Free Standing)
(Supermarket, Home Goods,
Discount Store, Auto Parts,
Building Materials, Office
Supplies, Electronics)
4.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Shopping Centre
(Neighbourhood)
(25,001-100,000 GFA)
4.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Shopping Centre (Community)
(100,001-399,999 GFA)
4.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Shopping Centre (Regional)
(400,000-1,000,000 GFA)
5.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Restaurant
(including outdoor Decks, Patio
and/or seating areas, Drive-in)
8.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Bar, Club or Lounge
(including outdoor Decks, Patio
and/or seating areas)
10.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Auto Sales & Repair 5.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Car Wash (automated)
2.5 spaces for each bay or
Stall for stacking space.
Car Wash Others: 1.0 space
per Stall.
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EXISTING OR PROPOSED USE
REQUIRED PARKING
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Service Station 3.0 spaces for each service
Stall and 1.0 space for each
employee on duty during
largest shift.
Services
Hospital 2.2 spaces for each bed
proposed to be
constructed.
Clinic (Medical Complex) 2.7 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Funeral Home or Mortuary 0.5 spaces for every
chapel.
Veterinary Clinic 5.0 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
UFA.
Nursery School or Day Care
Centre
1.0 space for every
employee on duty during
the largest shift plus 1.0
space for every 10 children
in attendance when the
facility is operating at
maximum capacity.
Elementary School
1.5 spaces per 30-Person
classroom.
Junior High School
3.5 spaces per 30-Person
classroom.
Senior High School 9.5 spaces per 30-Person
classroom.
College or University or Trade
School
1.0 space for every three
employees plus 1.0 space
for every 10 students
residing on campus and 1.0
space for
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EXISTING OR PROPOSED USE
REQUIRED PARKING
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
every 5 students not
residing on campus.
Public Assembly
(Theatre, Auditorium, Hall, Sports
Complex, Church, Cultural or
Recreational)
1.0 space for every five
fixed seats in auditorium or
sanctuary or, if there are
no fixed seats, 1.0 space
for every 40 square feet of
GFA in the main
auditorium or sanctuary.
Library 1.2 spaces for every one
thousand square feet of
GFA.
Special Uses
Home Occupation
Major, Minor
At the discretion of the
Development Authority
Other Uses Not Listed
At the discretion of the
Development Authority
*GFA=gross Floor Area **UFA=usable Floor Area
OFF-STREET LOADING FACILITIES
Off-Street loading spaces shall be required for all non-residential Developments and
Apartments.
A loading space shall be designed and located so Vehicles using it can park and maneuver within
the Parcel.
A loading space shall be at least 4.0 m (13.12 ft.) wide, 8.0 m (26.24 ft.) long, and 4.3 m (14.10
ft.) high.
A loading area shall be graded, drained, compacted, and surfaced to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority.
Loading spaces shall be provided in accordance with the requirements in 4.15(d).
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SHARED PARKING FACILITIES
In Districts other than a Residential District, and subject to approval by the Development
Authority, required parking for any Development(s) may be provided on a Lot or Parcel other
than the Development(s) Site in accordance with the following:
the parking, in the opinion of the Development Authority, must be suitable, easily
accessible and within a reasonable distance of the associated Development(s).
future Use of the Lot or Parcel must be ensured to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority. This may be done by a restrictive covenant registered on the
title, a suitable bond posted by the Developer(s), or by any other legal method.
at the option of the Development Authority, in lieu of Off-Street parking, a Developer
shall pay the County to provide equivalent public parking. The Development
Authority shall determine the amount of money in lieu of parking, based on current
market values, and the money shall be used to provide Off-Street public parking.
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PROJECTIONS INTO YARDS
Except as provided in this Section, and except for Fences as noted in Section 4.5(12) of this Bylaw,
no feature, structure, or portion of a Building shall be located or project into a required Yard.
The following features may project into a required Front Yard:
eaves, gutters, sills, bay windows, canopies, chimneys, and fire escapes may project a maximum
of 0.6 m (2 ft.);
steps, unenclosed Decks, and balconies may project a maximum of 2 m (6.6 ft.).
The following features may project into a required Side Yard:
eaves, gutters, and sills may project a maximum of 0.6 m (2 ft.);
in Side Yards not required for vehicular access, bay windows, chimneys, Decks, fire escapes, and
steps may project a maximum of 0.6 m (2 ft.).
The following features may project into a required Rear Yard:
eaves, gutters, sills, bay windows, fire escapes, unenclosed balconies, and chimneys may project
a maximum of 1.5 m (5 ft.).
Notwithstanding any provision of this Section, no projections shall be permitted into a Yard required
to be used as a Parking Space, Vehicle loading and unloading space, driveway, or any maneuvering
space for a Vehicle.
Notwithstanding any provision of this Section, exterior finishes such as siding, brick, stone, and
parging may project a maximum of 150 mm (6 in.) into a required Yard.
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4.17 Protection from Hazard Exposure Regulations
PROTECTION FROM HAZARD EXPOSURE
REGULATIONS
The location of any anhydrous ammonia (AA) or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tank with a water
capacity exceeding 9082 l (2000 gal.) shall be in accordance with the requirements of the
Development Authority, but in no case, be less than a minimum distance of 122 m (400 ft.) from
assembly, institutional, commercial or residential Buildings.
AA or LPG containers with a water capacity of less than 9082 l (2000 gal.) shall be located in
accordance with regulations under the Safety Codes Act.
Flammable liquids tanks at bulk plants or Service Stations shall be located in accordance with
regulations under the Safety Codes Act.
Setbacks from pipelines and other utility corridors shall be at the discretion of the Development
Authority and be in accordance with the appropriate Provincial legislation or regulations.
Setbacks from the Landfill and Composting (LC) District
Notwithstanding any other regulation in this Bylaw to the contrary, no school, hospital, food
establishment or residence shall be located within 800 m (2625 ft.) of land within the Landfill
and Composting (LC) District.
Sour Gas Facilities
No Development shall be allowed within 100 m (328 ft.) of a Level 1 sour gas facility (consisting
of a well) as determined by Alberta Energy Resources Conservation Board (ERCB).
In the case of a Level 2 sour gas facility as determined by the ERCB:
no permanent Dwelling shall be allowed within 100 m (328 ft.) of the sour gas facility;
and
no Institutional Use shall be allowed within 500 m (1640 ft.) of the sour gas facility.
In the case of Level 3 sour gas facility as determined by the ERCB:
no permanent Dwelling shall be allowed within 100 m (328 ft.) of the sour gas facility;
no residential Development with a Density of more than eight (8) Dwelling Units per
quarter section shall be allowed within 500 m (1640 ft.) of the sour gas facility; and
no Institutional Use shall be allowed within 1500 m (4921 ft.) of the sour gas facility.
Pipeline and Utilities Corridor Setbacks
Any Development involving pipeline and/or power line rights-of-way shall be sited to comply
with all relevant Federal and Provincial legislation and regulations. Setbacks from pipelines and
other utility corridors shall be in accordance with appropriate Provincial legislation and
regulations and any regulations established by the Alberta Energy Regulator and Alberta
Utilities Commission.
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RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION AND NON-
RESIDENTIAL CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT
REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS
The application requirements in this Section apply to all Residential Conservation or Non-Residential
Cluster Developments within all Designated Districts.
Residential Conservation or Non-Residential Cluster Development applications that will create more
than four (4) titles per quarter section, meaning the title for the quarter + 3 new titles, require the
approval of a Site Development Plan, or at the request of the Development Authority an Area
Structure Plan, prepared by a Registered Professional Planner (RPP). The Development Authority,
at their sole discretion, may require additional supporting information depending on the potential
impacts, magnitude, and complexity of the Development proposal.
where there is an approved Plan, an amendment of the existing Plan prepared by an RPP shall
be required, including designation or redesignation of lands to a Designated District, if
applicable.
Residential Conservation and Non-Residential Cluster Developments will require preparing a Land
Suitability Analysis (LSA), which provides information about the environmental features of the Site
both in map form and with some text, describing the features of the map (or maps).
The Site design of the Residential Conservation or Non-Residential Cluster Development must
reflect the findings of the LSA and be designed to ensure that the Development has a Low Net
Environmental Impact and meets the Open Space requirements as defined in this Bylaw.
The LSA shall illustrate:
Primary Conservation areas;
Secondary Conservation areas;
Low priority Conservation areas; and
Open Space areas;
The Land Suitability Analysis may be used to determine primary, secondary, and low priority
conservation areas if the Developer applies for Density Bonus.
To determine Primary, Secondary and Low Priority Conservation areas, the LSA shall include, at
a minimum, the following information:
Site and Property boundaries, including the location and percentage of Open Space
in the Development;
all streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands and other hydrogeological features (including
seasonal water flows and ponding areas) within and adjacent to the Site;
topographic contours of no less than 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) intervals;
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all environmentally sensitive areas identified by Alberta Environment and Sustainable
Resource Development;
general vegetation characteristics;
soil drainage;
soils information including Farmland assessment information and soil suitability for
private sewage disposal;
existing Roads and Road structures; and
potential connections of Open Space, green spaces, and trails.
The following are considered Primary Conservation areas, and must be included within Open Space
areas:
the 1:100-year floodplain;
water features and Buffer zones that meet the minimum ER width requirements identified in
the Sustainable Resource Development Guidelines for Minimum Environmental
Reserve/Easement Width (see Table 6);
slopes greater than 15%;
populations of endangered or threatened species, or habitat for such species;
Hazard Lands and the environmental reserve modifier areas identified in the Sustainable
Resource Development Guidelines for Minimum Environmental Reserve/Easement Width (see
Table 6);
Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs), as identified by Albert Environment and Sustainable
Resource Development; and
Heritage resources such as municipally, provincially, and nationally identified heritage Sites as
well as archaeological Sites, cemeteries, burial grounds and other historically significant Sites.
The following are considered Secondary Conservation areas, and may be included within Open
Space areas:
existing healthy, native forests of at least 0.4 ha (10.0 ac) contiguous area;
other significant natural features and scenic view Sheds such as water bodies, ridge lines, peaks
and rock outcroppings, particularly those that can be seen from public Roads or public
properties;
agricultural lands with a Farmland assessment ration of 41% or great of at least 2.0 ha (5.0 ac)
contiguous area; and
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existing trails that connect neighbouring areas.
All remaining lands will be considered Low Priority Conservation areas. These areas are not required
to be included within the Open Space areas.
At least 80% of the gross developable area shall be left as Open Space in Residential Conservation
Developments and 40% for Non-Residential Cluster Developments.
at the discretion of the Development Authority and the Subdivision Authority, this percentage
may be reduced based on the results of the biophysical analysis submitted with the application,
and may require a request for a Variance subject to the provisions of Section 2.13 of this Bylaw.
the Open Space requirement cannot be reduced for applications that do not submit a
biophysical analysis for consideration by the Development Authority and the Subdivision
Authority.
Fulfillment of the biophysical analysis requirement does not guarantee a granting of the
reduction in the Open Space requirements for an application.
The following Uses are suitable for Open Space areas:
conservation of natural, archaeological, or historical resources;
conservation of meadows, woodlands, wetlands, wildlife corridors, game preserves, or similar
conservation-oriented Uses;
walking or bicycle trails, provided they are constructed of porous paving and pervious materials;
Passive Recreation such as open fields;
active recreation;
agriculture, horticulture or pasture Uses, provided that all applicable best management
practices are used to minimize environmental impacts, and such activities are not conducted
within Primary Conservation areas;
Low-Impact Development infrastructure (structural and non-structural) that allows for filtered
groundwater;
sewage disposal fields comprised of single or multiple septic tanks;
enclosed sewage treatment facilities; and
Easements for drainage, access, and underground utility lines.
Private recreation facilities shall be encouraged within the Residential Conservation Development
area.
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Public recreation facilities (facilities open to the public), which are compatible with the environment
and with nearby Uses and Developments, shall be encouraged to develop within Open Space areas.
The value of not developable Open Space areas will be reduced for assessment and municipal
taxation purposes.
Though the form of Ownership of the individual Units may be the normal fee simple Ownership,
other forms, including such as co-operatives, Bare Land Condominiums, rental accommodation,
societies, joint Ownerships, shall be considered. The form of Ownership, and the implications of
the form of Ownership for the management and Maintenance of any services and utilities, shall be
identified in the Site Development Plan (SDP) or Area Structure Plan (ASP) for a particular
Development.
A Site Development Plan (SDP) or an Area Structure Plan (ASP) for Residential Conservation
Development shall include an Open Space Management Plan. The Open Space can be managed in
a number of ways, including, but not limited to:
municipal Ownership (in Municipal and/or Environmental Reserve Parcels);
as common Unit (or Units) within a Bare Land Condominium plan; or
as a commonly Owned Unit, provided that a conservation Easement is placed on the lands.
The Open Space Management Plan will:
clearly indicate that the responsibility for maintaining the Open Space and any
facilities (e. g., water treatment facilities, recreation facilities and trail networks)
located thereon shall be borne by the Owner, including provisions for ongoing
Maintenance and contributions to long-term capital improvements.
provide a strategy for the enforcement of the Plan.
The Plan will also indicate:
1.
how funding for the Maintenance and management shall be collected,
including any legal instrumentation of such responsibilities and funding.
2.
how, if the Maintenance and/or management of the Open Space areas
become neglected and/or, if funding provisions cannot be enforced, the
County shall assume responsibility for Maintenance and management of the
Open Space areas.
3.
how the County will invoice the landowners within the Development County
for the costs of such Maintenance and management, including administrative
costs, interest, and penalties.
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how the landowners within the Development will reimburse the County for
the costs of such Maintenance and management, including administrative
costs, interest, and penalties.
Notwithstanding Section 4.18(14) above, in the event that the party responsible for Maintenance
of the Open Space fails to maintain all or any portion in reasonable order and condition, the County
may assume the responsibility for Maintenance, enter into the Premises to take corrective action,
and invoice the cost to the previously responsible party. The County may also invoice for
administrative costs and penalties associated with the Maintenance.
The Development Authority may require the Open Space be protected or preserved by having a
legally binding instrument, such as a Conservation or Environmental Easement, recorded with the
deed. The form of protection and the organization or entity to which the instrument will be
registered shall be identified in the Site Development Plan (SDP) or Area Structure Plan (ASP) for a
particular Development. The instrument will be registered to one of the following:
a land trust or conservation oriented non-profit organization with the legal authority to accept
such Easements. The organization shall be bona fide in perpetual existence and the conveyance
instruments shall contain an appropriate provision for retransfer to the County in the event that
the organization becomes unable to carry out its functions; or
a government entity with an interest in pursuing goals compatible with the purposes of this
Section. If the entity accepting the Easements is not the County of Vermilion River, then a third
right of enforcement favouring the County shall be included in the Easement.
The instrument for permanent protection shall include clear restriction on the Use of Open Space.
These restrictions shall include all restrictions included in this Section as well as any further
restrictions the applicant chooses to place on the Use of the Open Space.
Regarding Residential Conservation Developments
The following list of Development criteria shall be used in determining the suitability of land for
seasonal or permanent Residential Conservation Development:
Groundwater of sufficient quantity and quality shall be available to support the proposed
Development. No Development shall be permitted in areas where, in the opinion of the
Development Authority, reserves of potable water are inadequate.
Development shall be prohibited:
on land having critical Development Constraints.
on slopes in excess of 15% or unstable slopes subject to soil slippage or other mass
movement, unless it meets the requirements in Section 4.7 and Section 4.9, to the
satisfaction of a Decision Authority, pursuant to Section 1.11 of this Bylaw.
in areas characterized by wetlands, swamps, muskeg, or saturated soils.
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in areas subject to periodic flooding or on soils which become saturated due to
flooding.
on soils which have extremely fast percolation rates (2 min./1 inch or faster) and/or
would promote the possibility of groundwater contamination.
on Sites where adequate year-round access is not available by paved Roads in good
condition, developed to current County standards.
on Sites where necessary services are not provided at the sole expense of the
Developer.
within 30.0 m (100 ft.) of a lake.
The natural topography and vegetation of the Development area shall be conserved wherever
possible.
No Development shall be permitted on Reserve lands, if the Development does not serve the
interests of the general public.
Design Standards
Developments shall be consistent with the provisions under Section 3.4 of this Bylaw.
Developments shall adjoin neighbouring developed areas or previously cleared and/or
disturbed areas.
Developments will be directed to lands that are identified to be of lesser environmental
significance, such as those areas that may be identified as low priority conservation areas.
Wildlife corridors or connections between all conservation areas shall be maintained wherever
possible.
The natural landscape and topography shall be considered and incorporated into the overall
design of the Development.
All Development shall be required to maintain a Buffer of sufficient size and composition to act
as a noise and visual barrier from adjacent incompatible Uses.
Spaces for day Use, hiking trails, overnight camping, and similar activities shall be suitably
organized and clearly marked. Adequate lake access, boat launching, and parking facilities shall
be provided where applicable.
The clearing of vegetation shall be minimized to lessen the impact of the Developments on
sensitive riparian areas and encourage biodiversity.
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Recreational Amenities
Developments shall include a minimum of one (1) minor amenity for the first one to twenty (20)
Dwelling Units, and one additional minor amenity for each additional 20 Units.
Developments shall include one major amenity when Unit count reaches forty (40) Dwelling
Units and shall provide one additional major amenity for each forty (40) additional Units.
The amenities shall be cumulative, such that for thirty (30) Dwelling Units one (1) minor and no
major amenities shall be required, and for sixty-five (65) Dwelling Units three (3) minor
amenities and one (1) major amenity shall be required. The Development Authority, at their
sole discretion, may authorize alternative amenities to those listed in Table 4, as determined
appropriate given the character of a particular Development.
Table 4. Contribution of Amenities Examples.
Minor Amenity
Major Amenity
Open turf playfield (20,000 sq. ft. min.)
Tot Lot or play structure
Community Garden
Covered picnic area
Interpretive trail signage
Community Building
Outdoor art
Public plaza or courtyard
Street furniture
Fenced tennis court
Fountain/water feature
Soccer, baseball, football or softball field
Sand volleyball court
Large water feature
Half basketball court
Trails in Natural Areas
Picnic area
Servicing Infrastructure
All new Developments shall provide and pay for infrastructure and servicing improvements, as
well as the extension of services to facilitate the Development, in accordance with the
provisions of Section 4.8 of this Bylaw.
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Transportation, communication, and Public Utility Uses shall be considered discretionary. Such
Uses shall only be developed in such a manner as shall not adversely affect the environment,
surface, or ground water quality, or existing Developments.
All Development shall be required to install sewage disposal systems, which have been
approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
Internal Road access shall be provided to each residential Lot or Parcel, though the Roads may
be private in accordance with County Standards.
The County will require hard surfaced Roads to be developed to current County standards.
Any proposed facilities such as change houses, sewage disposal, Garbage disposal, and on-site
water supply shall be required to have approval from authorities having jurisdiction and shall be
of sufficient size and quality to handle anticipated Use.
Density Bonus
The Subdivision Authority and the Development Authority on a Site-by-Site basis shall
determine Density Bonusing allowances.
Density Bonuses shall be provided for use of superior neighbourhood design standards,
additional recreational amenities, and provision of one hundred percent (100%) of the required
Inclusionary Housing contribution. At the discretion of the Subdivision and/or Development
Authority, up to a total of twenty percent (20%) increase above the base Density may be
granted. Density Bonuses shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number.
At the discretion of the Development Authority, up to ten percent (10%) increase in Density may
be allowed for use of superior neighbourhood design. "Superior neighbourhood design" shall
include a minimum of five (5) of the elements listed below:
Identifiable neighbourhood centre such as a town square, village green, uniquely
designed crossroads, or intersection;
Strong pedestrian interconnection, meaning that pedestrian paths, sidewalks and
other travel ways provide demonstrably more connectivity for pedestrian and non-
motorized travel than the Road network provides for motorized travel;
Alley access to more than 75 percent of homes and Garage access required to be
provided from the alley;
Any front-loaded homes required to have Garages set back a minimum of 10 feet from
the front facade of the residence;
Prominent front entries utilizing covered front porches combined with front Yard
Setbacks not exceeding 15 feet for more than 75 percent of the homes;
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A strongly evident grid street network with minimal use of curvilinear streets and cul-
de-sacs;
Dedicated public or quasi-public recreation areas including play structures or other
public amenities located within 1,000 feet of 90 percent of Dwelling Units;
A mix of housing types including three or more of the following: Detached, Semi-
Detached, and Attached Single-Family Dwellings; Row and Stacked Row Housing;
Secondary Dwelling Units; Duplex; Fourplex; and Cohousing or Cohousing Inspired
clusters;
A small neighbourhood commercial area (retail and services) designed to provide
convenience needs with a clearly pedestrian, non-vehicular design, with no specific
retail or service requirements, but permitted to include elements such as a coffee
Shop, neighbourhood market, neighbourhood pub, cafe, and service Shops;
Any other neo-traditional design element determined by the Development Authority
to enhance the quality and character of the neighbourhood;
Application of LID (Low-Impact Development) or other environmentally protective
techniques for infrastructure Development, which exceed County and provincial
standards.
A ten percent (10%) increase in Density shall be allowed for use of superior Building design.
"Superior Building design" shall include a minimum of three of the elements listed below or
designed to achieve LEED® silver or higher standards or other innovative and sustainable
Development techniques for Buildings as defined and regulated through enforceable
homeowners' association (HOA) community rules contained in the Declaration of Covenants,
Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) or registered in each individual Lot or Parcel in the form of
a restrictive covenant (RC) in title:
Use of a consistent and recognizable architectural style typical of a rural Farming
community as defined in the ASP or SDP, and regulated through enforceable CC&Rs
or RCs;
Use of solar or wind power, geothermal systems, rainwater capture and reuse, or
other substantial sustainable Building system features;
Minimum of 80 percent of Household fixtures being water-efficient fixtures;
Drought-tolerant Landscaping and/or significant retention of native vegetation on
individual Building Lots or Parcels;
Use of passive solar Construction or other Construction technique to reduce energy
use.
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A ten percent (10%) increase in Density shall be allowed for Clustering of structures that
increases the Open Space in a residential PUD above what is required in this Section. Critical
areas and Buffers shall be included in the overall Open Space considered for this Density Bonus
at the discretion of the Development Authority.
A 50 percent (50%) to 74 percent (74%) increase in Open Space shall provide a five
percent increase in residential Density.
A 75 percent (75%) or greater increase in Open Space shall provide a 10 percent
increase in residential Density.
Base Density is the starting point for determining Density Bonuses in all Residential Conservation
Developments. Minimum base Density shall be either:
low Density, with a maximum Density 1.54 Dwellings per net ha (0.6 Dwellings per net ac) The
Minimum Lot Area is 0.3 ha (0.74 ac.) and the maximum Lot area is 4.04 ha (10.0 ac.); or
high Density, with a maximum Density 2.47 Dwellings per net ha (1.0 Dwelling per net ac.). The
Minimum Lot Area shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority and the maximum
Lot area shall normally be 0.2 ha (0.5 ac.). In order to qualify for this type of residential
Development the design of the Development must conform to the requirements for Density
Bonus outlined in this Section.
The Subdivision Authority and the Development Authority on a Site-by-Site basis shall determine
the maximum Density for all Residential Conservation Developments. The maximum residential
Density shall be based on:
The land suitability assessment (LSA) undertaken for the Site; having regard for Site conditions,
environmental considerations and impacts, and other factors that may be considered in the
design of the proposal;
The maximum number of allowed Dwelling Units will normally be determined by dividing net
developable area of the Site by the minimum Residential Parcel size for the Designated District;
The net developable area shall be the total gross area of the Site, less the area of:
water bodies over 500.0 sq. m (5382.0 sq. ft.) in area or greater;
anticipated rights-of-way for Roads and utilities;
Conservation Reserve, Environmental Reserve, and/or Environmental Reserve
Easement areas (if applicable); and
Municipal Reserve areas (if applicable);
The suitability and availability of municipal services and infrastructure necessary to support the
proposal; and
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The compatibility of the proposed Density with that of the surrounding area and the character
of the existing community (if applicable).
Regarding Water Bodies
Any Person who proposes to alter the bed or shoreline of a water body must first receive
appropriate approvals from Provincial authorities. Under Provincial law, most Development on
the bed or shoreline of a water body (up to the high-water mark) is required to obtain a License
of Occupation from Provincial authorities prior to Construction.
Improvements not requiring a license include minor bank stabilization, erection of a small,
removable, seasonal, domestic pier, or placement of a removable boatlift on a lakebed during
the summer months.
Shoreline alterations involving such things as depositing soil materials within the high-water
level of a lake will generally not be permitted.
Further information may be obtained from appropriate provincial government agencies.
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RESIDENTIAL USE MULTI-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
In addition to the requirements under Part 2 and Part 3 of this Bylaw, the following requirements
apply to all multi-Unit Developments for Residential Use within all Designated Districts:
Redesignation to the Land Use District most appropriate for the proposed Use and
Development of the lands shall be required as a condition for issuance of a Development
Permit.
Before any Development Permit application for Residential Multi-Unit Development can be
considered by the Development Authority, the applicant must submit:
an approved Site Development Plan, or at the request of the Development Authority
an Area Structure Plan, prepared by a Registered Professional Planner (RPP). The
Development Authority, at their sole discretion, may require additional supporting
information for the development of the Plan depending on the potential impacts,
magnitude, and complexity of the Development proposal.
where there is an approved Plan, an amendment of the existing Plan prepared by
an RPP shall be required, including designation or redesignation of lands to a
Designated District, if applicable.
further to sub-paragraph (i) above, the design plans and working drawings including
elevations shall be done or endorsed by a registered architect or professional
engineer, as applicable;
in addition to other requirements, site plans must show the proposed:
1.
location and position of structures on the Site, including any "For Rent" or
addressing Signs;
2.
location and number of Parking Spaces, exits, accesses and drives from public
Roads;
3.
location of an access to Refuse storage areas and incinerators and the fencing
and Landscaping of such facilities;
4.
Landscaping plan of the entire Site, which shall show intended surfacing for
drives and Parking Areas; and
5.
number and type of Units for Inclusionary Housing contribution.
6.
location of Open Space conservation areas.
The plans identified above will append the application and, once approved, shall become conditions
of approval. At his sole discretion, the Development Authority may require a performance bond
from the Developer.
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Regarding Manufactured Home Communities, in addition to the requirements in Section 4.19(1)
above, the following application requirements shall apply:
Site Plan
All Development Permit applications for a Manufactured Home Community, in
addition to the requirements of Section 2.7 of this Bylaw, must include a Site plan
showing the following:
1.
location and dimensions of Stalls;
2.
Internal Roadway systems;
3.
parking and storage areas;
4.
recreation areas;
5.
the location of water supply and sewage disposal facilities, and Garbage
collection areas;
6.
existing topography, vegetation and watercourses;
7.
Common Areas and facilities; and
8.
Uses of land on surrounding properties.
Parking and Storage
a minimum of one (1) Parking Space shall be provided on each Manufactured Home
Stall.
each Manufactured Home Park shall provide a visitors' Parking Area. One (1) space
must be provided in this area for every two (2) Manufactured Home Stalls.
a central area with 14 m2 (150 sq. ft.) of space for each Manufactured Home must be
provided for the storage of Recreational Vehicles, boats, Off-Highway Vehicles, etc.
Individual Manufactured Home Owners may construct storage Sheds on their Stalls
for outdoor equipment, tools, etc., and may require a request for a Variance subject
to the provisions of Section 2.12 of this Bylaw.
Garbage and Recycling
The Manufactured Home Community operator must provide a central collection area
for Garbage and recycling within the park. In addition, the operator is responsible for
regularly transferring the Garbage and recycling from the park to a Waste disposal
Site. The location of the central collection area must be clearly indicated on the Site
plan.
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Internal Roadways and Pedestrian Access Ways
Internal Roadways shall be provided in the Manufactured Home Community to allow
access to individual homes and other facilities and shall meet County Standards.
1.
a minimum right-of-way of 9 m (30 ft.) is required.
2.
Roadways shall be well drained and maintained to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority.
3.
safe, convenient, all-season pedestrian access ways of at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) in
width must be provided between homes, on Roadways and to facilities.
Recreation Areas
A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the gross Lot area must be developed for safe
playgrounds or other Recreational Uses.
Landscaping
All areas not occupied by Manufactured Homes and their additions, Internal Roads,
footpaths, driveways, permanent Buildings, and any other developed facilities, shall
be fully landscaped to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Screen Fences or walls shall be erected where deemed necessary by the Development
Authority around laundry Yards, Refuse collection points, and playgrounds.
Lighting
In Residential Districts, street lighting shall meet County Standards for Residential
Use.
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SECONDARY SUITES AND SECONDARY DWELLING
UNITS
The intent of this Section is to:
Provide for the incremental Development to the next Density level within Residential Districts
that allow for the following Permitted uses:
Single Detached Dwelling Units
Semi-Detached Dwelling Units
Townhouse Dwelling Units
Detached Accessory Structure on a same Lot or Parcel as a Single Detached Dwelling,
Semi-Detached Dwelling, or Townhouse Dwelling.
Maintain the character of single-family neighbourhoods;
Ensure that new Units are in harmony with developed neighbourhoods; and
Allow Secondary Suites and Secondary Dwelling Units as a Subordinate Use to Single-Unit
Dwellings, consistent with provincial regulations and Secondary Suite Standards.
The regulations in this Section shall apply but are not limited to the Development of Secondary
Suites and Secondary Dwelling Units, and Similar Uses, including Building Conversion and Dwelling
Conversion for Residential Uses.
A Development Permit is required before Construction of any Use, or Similar Use, within this
Section, in all Districts.
Redesignation to the Land Use District most appropriate for the proposed Use and Development of
the lands shall be required as a condition for issuance of a Development Permit.
Within all Districts, in addition to any Designated District requirements, for all Uses and Similar Uses
under this Section, the following regulations shall apply:
Construction on a Use listed in this Section, or a Similar Use, cannot start until Construction of
the Main Building for the Main Use has commenced, subject to the issuance of a valid
Development Permit.
Issuance of a Use and Occupancy Permit for a Use listed in this Section, or a Similar Use, cannot
take place until a Use and Occupancy Permit for the Main Building for the Main Use has been
issued, subject to Section 2.17 of this Bylaw.
The Development Authority shall review the design of the Secondary Suite or Secondary
Dwelling Unit to ensure that the structure is compatible with the Main Dwelling and the
neighbourhood.
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Minimum Lot Sizes.
Shall not exceed the minimum Lot or Parcel size for the Designated District.
Parking shall meet the requirements in Section 4.15 of this Bylaw.
Servicing shall meet provincial regulations and Secondary Suite Standards.
Surveillance Suites
The issuance of a Development Permit for a Surveillance Suite, as defined in this Bylaw, shall be
in accordance with the following criteria and regulations:
A Development Permit for a Surveillance Suite will only be issued where, in the
opinion of the Development Authority, the Surveillance Suite is clearly compatible
with and subordinate to the Main Use on Site. Moreover, the placement of a
Surveillance Suite shall be compatible with all existing Main Uses on adjacent
properties and shall not interfere with future Main Uses of adjacent properties.
Where a Surveillance Suite is allowed in accordance with this Bylaw, the Development
Authority may issue a Development Permit for one Surveillance Suite per Main Use,
Lot, or Parcel.
Detached Surveillance Suites shall be sited in accordance with siting regulations
specified in the Designated District within which the subject Lot or Parcel is located
or in accordance with the following requirements, whichever are more stringent:
1.
a minimum of 1.8 m (6.0 ft.) from any Buildings; and
2.
a minimum of 1.8 m (6.0 ft.) from the rear and side Property Lines; and
3.
no closer than the front line of the Main Building to the front Property Line.
The maximum Floor Area of any non-Basement Surveillance Suite, as defined in this
Bylaw, shall be 50.0 m2 (538.0 sq. ft.).
The quality of exterior treatment and design of any Surveillance Suite shall be to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority, who shall ensure that the design,
character and appearance of any Surveillance Suite is compatible with the
Development(s)/Use(s) with which the suite is associated as well as all
Development(s)/Use(s) on adjacent properties.
Accessory Living Quarters
A maximum of one (1) Accessory Living Quarters shall be permitted for each Single-Detached
Dwelling.
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Accessory Living Quarters are prohibited from being constructed within a Multi-Family or
Apartment Dwelling.
Accessory Living Quarters shall be a Subordinate Use to a Residential or Country Residential
Use, as defined in this Bylaw, and therefore limited to a Site occupied by a Single-Detached
Dwelling.
The Floor Area of the Accessory Living Quarters shall not exceed 30 percent of the existing living
area of the primary Dwelling Unit or 80 m2 (861.1 sq. ft.) in Floor Area on a residential Lot,
whichever is less.
The minimum Floor Area for Accessory Living Quarters is 30.0 m2 (322.9 sq. ft.).
Shared mechanical rooms and Common Areas shall be excluded from the Floor Area calculation
of the Accessory Living Quarters.
Garage Suites and Backyard Cottages
A maximum of one (1) Garage Suite or Backyard Cottage shall be permitted for each Single-
Detached Dwelling.
A Garage Suite or a Backyard Cottage shall be a Secondary Suite containing a Subordinate Use to
a Residential or Country Residential Use, as defined in this Bylaw, and therefore limited to a Site
occupied by a Single-Detached Dwelling, and shall not exceed 80.0 m2 (861.1 sq. ft.).
The minimum Floor Area for a Garage Suite or Backyard Cottage, whether above or at-grade, is
30.0 m2 (322.9 sq. ft.).
The maximum height for Garage Suites or Backyard Cottages, provided that the maximum
height of the Accessory Building containing the Subordinate Use is not higher than the height of
the Main Building, shall be:
at grade: 4.5 m (14.8 ft.)
above grade: 5.5 m (18.0 ft.) for suites with a flat Roof, and 7.3 m (24.0 ft.) for suites
with a sloped Roof.
Shared mechanical rooms and Common Areas shall be excluded from the Floor Area calculation
for a Garage Suite or Backyard Cottage.
A minimum of three (3) on-site Parking Spaces shall be required for Lots or Parcels with
approved Garage Suite or Backyard Cottage Development. Tandem parking may be permitted at
the discretion of the Development Authority.
Manufactured Homes
Before a Development Permit can be issued for a Manufactured Home, the Development
Authority shall normally receive verification that the home fully complies with both the CSA
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Z240 MH National Manufactured Home Standard and the Alberta Building Code (ABC). If the
CSA Z240 sticker or the Alberta Municipal Affairs sticker verifying compliance to the ABC is
missing, the Development Authority may require an inspection by an Alberta Safety Codes
Officer.
Should an inspection by an Alberta Safety Codes officer be required, and should the inspection
indicate that upgrades to the Manufactured Home are necessary to bring the home into
compliance with the CSA Z240 standard or the ABC, all required upgrades shall be made before
the issuance of a Development Permit.
In addition to the requirements of paragraphs (a) and (b) above, a Manufactured Home must
meet the following aesthetic regulations:
the height of the main floor above grade shall be consistent with the height of the
main floor of Dwellings in the immediate and general area.
the Roof pitch shall be consistent with the Roof pitch of Dwellings in the immediate
and general area.
exterior finishing materials used on the Roof and Exterior Walls shall be in good
condition and consistent with the materials used on Dwellings in the immediate and
general area.
minimum Roof overhang or eaves should be consistent with the overhang or eaves
of Dwellings in the immediate or general area.
the design of each Manufactured Home shall ensure the side or end facing the street
on which the home fronts contains a prominently placed front door, and windows in
quantity and size that are consistent with Dwellings in the immediate area.
A Manufactured Home shall be placed on a permanent foundation or base that complies with
the Alberta Building Code unless the Manufactured Home is designed to be supported on
longitudinal floor beams, in which case an alternate skirted foundation system as described in
CSA Z240.10.1 may be employed.
the permanent foundation or base or the skirting material utilized on an alternative
skirting foundation should be parged in order create the same finished appearance
customarily found on concrete Basements of Single-Detached Dwellings in the
immediate and general area.
the Manufactured Home is to be attached by means of bolting or otherwise to the
foundation or base.
All accessory structures, such as Patios, porches, additions and skirting, shall be:
factory-prefabricated Units or the equivalent thereof, and so designed and erected as
to harmonize with the Manufactured Homes, and
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considered as part of the Main Building; and
erected only after obtaining a Development Permit.
The Floor Area of porches and additions shall be proportionate to the Floor Area of the
Manufactured Home Unit and the Development Authority, at his sole discretion, shall
determine this relationship.
No Accessory Building or any Use or Parking Space shall be located in the Front Yard of a
Manufactured Home Use, whether located within a Manufactured Home Community or any
Residential District.
Any furniture, belongings, or seasonally used equipment shall be stored in adequate covered
storage or properly screened either individually on the Lot or Parcel or communally, and
covered storage shall conform to the Alberta Building Codes (ABC) standards.
The following regulations also apply to Manufactured Home Uses located in Multi-Lot
Developments for Residential and Country Residential Uses, including Manufactured Home
Communities:
the hitch and wheels are to be removed from the Manufactured Home.
all Manufactured Homes shall be placed on a permanent foundation or base, as per
Section 4.20(9)(d) above.
the Property is to be grassed and landscaped within one (1) year from the Date of
Issue of the Development Permit.
Minimum Lot Area and width may be less in the case of existing registered
Substandard Lots, at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Any required aesthetic upgrades to the Manufactured Home must be completed before the
issuance of the Development Permit. The completion of foundation or skirting material must
be completed within thirty (30) days of the placement of the Manufactured Home on a Lot or
Parcel.
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SIGN REGULATIONS
No Sign, unless exempted under Section 2.4 of this Bylaw, shall be allowed unless a Development
Permit has been issued.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, except as otherwise indicated in
this Section, Off-Site Signs shall be considered to be an Accessory and Discretionary Use in all Non-
Residential Districts, and in the Urban Growth Area (UB) District.
In addition to the other regulations of this Bylaw, the following additional regulations shall apply to
Signs:
Limitations
Except as provided in Section 2.4 of this Bylaw, no Person shall erect, relocate or
structurally alter or enlarge any Sign, including an election Sign, unless he has
complied with the requirements of this Section and any other relevant provisions of
this Bylaw, and has been issued a Development Permit in respect thereof.
The Development Authority may issue a Development Permit for a Sign as part of the
Development Permit for the Use or the Building to which the Sign pertains, provided
the Development Permit application indicates that there is to be a Sign and provided
further that all information requirements for a Development Permit application for a
Sign are met to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Provisions for election Signs and Property for sale or rent Signs are provided in
Section 4.21 of this Bylaw.
Development Permit Application Requirements for Signs
In addition to the requirements of Part 2 of this Bylaw, a Development Permit application for a
Sign shall include the following information:
Alberta Transportation Roadside Development approval for Signs near primary
Highways, including flood lighted and/or digital Signs.
written consent from the Property Owner,
two copies of colour drawings, drawn to scale, showing the Sign, any structural
supports, and the dimensions, thickness, area, and colours, of the Sign,
any animation, moving copy, or other moving features of the Sign, if applicable,
method of illumination, if applicable,
mounting details,
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the location and size of all other existing and proposed Signs on the Building façade
or Site,
mounting heights and clearances to grade, and
the amount of projection of the Sign from a Building, if any.
All Development Permit applications for Signs shall follow the process outlined in Part 2 of this
Bylaw and be subject to appeal, if applicable, in accordance with Part 1 of this Bylaw.
General Sign Regulations
A Sign shall not be erected, operated, used, or maintained if, in the opinion of the Development
Authority:
its position, size, shape, colour, format or illumination obstructs the view of, or may
be confused with, an official traffic Sign, signal or device or other official Sign, or
otherwise poses a potential hazard to traffic,
1.
it displays lights, which may be mistaken for the flashing lights customarily
associated with danger or with those used by police, fire, or other
emergency Vehicles; or
2.
it would be situated within the area regulated by Section 4.4 of this Bylaw.
A Sign shall be integrated with the Building on which it is to be located and compatible with the
general architectural lines and forms of the nearby Buildings or of adjoining Developments.
Where possible, Signs shall not cover architectural details such as arches, sills, mouldings,
cornices and transom windows.
A Sign or Sign structure shall be set back a minimum of 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) from any Property
boundary and no part of a Sign may encroach onto an adjacent Lot or a Road or Lane.
Except as otherwise specified in this Bylaw, the maximum area of any Sign shall be 18.0 m2
(193.6 sq. ft.).
At the discretion of the Development Authority a maximum of five (5) Signs may be allowed on
a Lot, including Temporary Signs and Portable Signs.
Signs will not be allowed on Fences in Residential Districts or Commercial Districts.
Care and Maintenance of Signs
All Signs shall be maintained in good and safe structural condition and shall be periodically
repainted, refurbished, repaired, or resurfaced, as to maintain a good appearance to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority.
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Where the Development Authority determines that a Sign is abandoned or in an overall state of
disrepair they may, by notice in writing to the Owner of the land on which the Sign is located
and, if it is indicated on the Sign, the Owner or operator of the Sign, order the Owner of the
land and the Owner or operator of the Sign to:
remove the Sign and all related structure components within what the Development
Authority deems to be a reasonable amount of time, or
take such measures as they may specify in the notice to alter and/or refurbish and/or
repair the Sign.
Failure to remove the Sign or to comply with the measures specified in the notice described in
paragraph (b) above, may result in the issuance of a violation ticket as described in this Bylaw.
The notice described in paragraph (b) above, shall be considered to be a stop order for the
purposes of this Bylaw.
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Figure 8a-8b. Types of Signs.
Figure 8a
Figure 8b
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Signs Regulations
TYPE
ELEMENT
REGULATIONS
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
A-Frame Signs
(see Figure 8a)
General
Notwithstanding any other
provision of this Bylaw to the
contrary, A-Frame Signs shall be
allowed only in Commercial
Districts.
A-Frame Signs are not to be
used in conjunction with
Projecting Signs at grade level.
No more than one (1)
A-Frame Sign shall be
allowed per business
frontage.
Location
No A-Frame Sign shall be
located on a sidewalk in such a
manner so as to obstruct
pedestrian flow.
The area around an A-Frame
Sign shall be kept clean. All
vegetation shall be cleared
away to a distance of at least
1.5 m (4.9 ft.) around the A-
Frame Sign.
Area
The maximum area of each A-
Frame Sign face, which is
located on a sidewalk shall be
0.7 m2 (7.5 sq. ft.). Figure 8
illustrates area and height
requirements for A-Frame
Signs.
The maximum area of each A-
Frame Sign face located in
another location, approved by
the Development Authority,
shall be 1.5 m2 (16.0 sq. ft.)
Where the back of an
A-Frame Sign is visible,
it shall be suitably
painted or otherwise
covered to present a
neat and clean
appearance. Angle iron
shall not be open to
public view unless
finished in an
aesthetically pleasing
manner to the
satisfaction of the
Development
Authority.
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TYPE
ELEMENT
REGULATIONS
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
Height
The maximum height of an A-
Frame Sign, which is located on
a sidewalk shall be 1.0 m (3.3
ft.)
The maximum height of an A-
Frame Sign placed in other
locations shall be 1.8 m (6 ft.),
measured perpendicular
distance from the ground to the
highest point of the Sign when
set up.
Canopy Signs
(see Figure 8a)
General
These regulations apply where
a canopy is constructed solely
as a support structure for a
Sign.
All Canopy Signs shall be
erected in such a manner that
the structural support elements
are designed to appear as an
integral part of the overall Sign
design and concealed, such that
no angle iron bracing, guy
wires, or similar support
elements are visible from a
Road or Lane.
Each tenant of a
Building shall be
allowed one (1) Under-
Canopy Sign of no
more than 0.5 m2 (5.4
sq. ft.) in area.
Area
The maximum area of all
Canopy Signs on one face of a
canopy shall not exceed 50% of
the area of the face of the
canopy.
Height
The bottom of the canopy shall
be not less than 2.5 m (8.2 ft.)
above grade.
Unless otherwise
approved by the
Development
Authority, the vertical
dimension of the
canopy shall not
exceed 1.5 m (4.9 ft.)
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ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
Clearance
No part of the canopy shall
project over a Road or Lane.
Signs suspended under a
canopy shall have a vertical
clearance of a minimum of 2.5
m (8.2 ft.) from grade.
Freestanding
Signs
(see Figure 8b)
General
One (1) Freestanding Sign
per business frontage may
be erected on a Site having
a minimum business
frontage of 15.0 m (49.2
ft.) at Road level.
Notwithstanding (a) above,
a maximum of one (1)
Freestanding Sign may be
allowed per Site except:
Additional Signs may
be allowed at the
discretion of the
Development
Authority.
(i)
where a Lot or Parcel is
considered by the
Development Authority
to be a Double Fronting
Lot or Parcel, each
frontage may have a
Freestanding Sign,
provided that the
Freestanding Signs are at
least 90.0 m (295.3 ft.)
apart.
Area
The total Sign Area of all
Freestanding Signs on a Site
shall not exceed 0.3 m2 (3.2 sq.
ft.) in area for each lineal metre
of frontage, to a maximum of
8.4 m2 (90 sq. ft.)
Height
The maximum height of a
Freestanding Sign shall be 7.0 m
(23.0 ft.).
Separation
Where a Freestanding Sign and
a Projecting Sign are located
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TYPE
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PROVISIONS
along the same frontage of a
Site, a minimum distance of
10.0 m (32.8 ft.) shall be
maintained between the Signs.
Setbacks
Any support structure for a
Freestanding Sign shall be set
back a minimum of 0.3 m (1.0
ft.) from any Site line and no
part of the Freestanding Sign
itself shall encroach onto or
overhang an adjacent Site, Road
or Lane.
Portable Signs
(see Figure 8b)
General
No more than one (1)
Portable Sign shall be
located on a Site.
Notwithstanding (a) above,
one (1) Portable Sign may be
allowed for each business in
a multiple-Occupancy
Development provided
Notwithstanding any
other provision of this
Bylaw to the contrary,
Portable Signs shall not
be allowed in any
Residential District.
that no Portable Sign is
located closer than 15.0 m
(49.2 ft.) to another Portable
Sign.
Area
All Portable Signs shall be
double-faced.
Height
All Portable Signs shall exceed a
height of 2.5 m (8.2 ft.) above
grade.
Location
Portable Signs shall not be
placed on a Site so as to conflict
with or take up space for
parking, loading, or walkways.
Setbacks
Any support structure for a
Portable Sign shall be set back a
minimum of 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) from
any Site line and no part of a
Portable Sign shall encroach
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TYPE
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ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
onto or overhang an adjacent
Site, Road or Lane.
Projecting Signs
(see Figure 8a)
General
No more than one (1)
Projecting Sign of 0.5 m2 (5.4
ft2 in size shall be allowed for
each frontage of a commercial
or Industrial Use.
Appearance
All Projecting Signs shall be
erected in such a manner that
the structural support elements
are designed to appear as an
integral part of the overall Sign
design and concealed such that
no angle iron bracing, guy
wires, or similar support
elements are visible from a
Road.
Clearance
No Projecting Sign shall project
over another Site, a Road, or a
Lane.
A Projecting Sign shall have a
vertical clearance of a minimum
of 3.05 m (10 ft.) from grade.
Roof Signs
(see Figure 8a)
General
Roof Signs must be
manufactured and erected in
such a way that they appear as
an architectural feature and
they shall be finished in such a
manner that the visual
appearance from all sides
makes them appear to be part
of the Building itself.
Appearance
No supporting structure for a
Roof Sign shall be visible to the
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TYPE
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REGULATIONS
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
Setbacks
public unless finished in an
aesthetically pleasing manner
to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority.
All Roof Signs shall be set back a
minimum of 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) from
the edge of the Building on
which the Roof Sign is located.
Wall Signs
(see Figure 8a)
General
The portion of a wall that can
be used for or that can be
covered by a Wall Sign on the
front of a Building shall be the
space defined by the following
lower and upper limits:
in the case of a Sign
proposed above the first
Storey:
the lower limit shall be
the lower limit of the
lintel or the window
head of the first Storey,
but in no case lower
than 2.4 m (7.9 ft.)
above grade; and
the upper limit shall be
the windowsill of the
second Storey or, in the
absence of any
windows on the second
Storey, 0.8 m (31.5
inches) above the floor
elevation of the second
Storey.
in the case of a Sign proposed
on a one-Storey
Building, the upper limit of the
portion shall be either:
(i)
the roofline of a flat-
Roofed Building, or,
where there is an
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PROVISIONS
existing majority of
Wall Signs that exceed
the roofline, the
upper limit of such
existing Wall Signs, or
(ii)
a maximum of 0.8 m
(31.5 inches) above
the line of the eaves,
if there is a parapet
wall, provided that
the Sign does not
project above the
upper edge of the
parapet, or
(iii) the line of the eaves.
Location
Notwithstanding the General
Provisions above, a Wall Sign
may be located:
below the area defined in
General Provisions,
paragraph (a) above,
provided:
(i)
the Sign consists of
individual letters,
symbols, or logos that
are directly attached
to the Building face,
(ii)
the Sign states no
more than the name
of the Building or the
principal tenant of the
Building, and
the Sign Area does not exceed
20% of the Building face below
the area defined in General
Provisions, paragraph (a)
above.
A Wall Sign may be
allowed on the side
wall of a Building facing
a Road where a
Development is located
on a corner Site
provided that the Sign
is integrated with the
other signage on the
Building and is of the
same height and width.
Any other location for a
Wall Sign shall be at
the discretion of the
Development
Authority, who shall
have consideration for
the aesthetic quality
and compatibility of
the proposed Wall Sign
with adjacent
Developments.
between the second
Storey window lintel and
the third Storey
windowsill, or, in the case
of a two-Storey Building,
between the second
Storey window lintel and
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TYPE
ELEMENT
REGULATIONS
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
the Roof or parapet,
provided:
(i)
the Sign states no
more than the name
of the Building or the
principal tenant of the
Building, and
(ii)
the Sign Area does not
exceed 2.5 m2 (26.9
sq. ft.), or
above the third Storey
windowsill, provided:
(i)
the Sign states no
more than the name
of the Building or
principal tenant of the
Building, and
there is no more than one (1)
Sign per Building face above the
third Storey.
Inflatable Signs
(see Figure 8a)
General
One (1) small Inflatable Sign can
be placed on an approved
Temporary Sign location, and
does not require a
Development Permit, provided
it is, no larger than 5.5 m2 (59.2
sq. ft.)
Larger Inflatable Signs require
that a Development Permit be
applied for, and approval
obtained before installation.
One (1) Inflatable Sign
may be located on a
Site and must be
tethered or anchored
so that it is touching
the ground surface to
which it is anchored.
Height
The maximum height of an
Inflatable Sign shall be the
allowed height of a
Freestanding Sign for the Site.
Location
An Inflatable Sign can only be
located on a Site twice in a
calendar year and not for longer
than 30 consecutive days.
Inflatable Signs cannot
be located on the Roof of
a structure.
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TYPE
ELEMENT
REGULATIONS
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
Signs in or adjacent
to Residential
Districts
General
Except as provided below, no
Sign shall be permitted in
Residential Districts except for
places of worship, schools or
other public institutions.
When, in the opinion of
the Development
Authority, a proposed
Sign in any District
adjacent to a
Residential District
might be objectionable
to a resident in the
Residential District, the
Development Authority
may impose such other
requirements as they
deem necessary, to
protect the amenities
of the Residential
District.
Home
Occupations
An approved Major Home
Occupation may display a Sign,
not larger than 0.2 m2 (2 sq. ft.)
in the window of the Dwelling.
Bed and
Breakfast
An approved bed and breakfast
may display a Sign, not larger
than 0.2 m2 (2.0 sq. ft.). If
outside, the Sign shall be placed
in a location that is satisfactory
to the Development Authority.
Alternatively, the Sign may be
displayed from inside a window
of the Dwelling.
Multi-Unit or
Multi-Lot
Developments
One (1) Freestanding Sign per
Site may be allowed for the
purpose of identifying the
name of a multi-family
Dwelling, a Manufactured
Home community, a
neighbourhood,
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TYPE
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PROVISIONS
or a Subdivision, provided:
the Sign Area does not
exceed 5.0 m2 (53.8 sq.
ft.),
the height of the Sign does
not exceed 2.0 m (6.6 ft.),
and
the Sign is not internally
illuminated, though it may
be lit from the front.
Name or number Signs
shall have a surface area of
no more than 0.3 m2 (3.0
sq. ft.).
Lighting
When an illuminated Sign is
located in a District adjacent to
a Residential District, the
illumination from that Sign shall
be deflected away from the
Residential District.
Signs Relating to
Institutional Uses
General
In any District where a place of
worship or a school or another
Institutional Use is allowed, one
(1) Sign of not more than 5.0
m2 (53.8 sq. ft.) in area shall be
allowed to be erected on the
Site occupied by the place of
worship, school, or other
Institutional Use.
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5.1 Applicability
APPLICABILITY
The provisions under this Part apply within all Land Use Districts except where directed otherwise.
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5.2 Abattoirs
ABATTOIRS
Abattoirs Facilities for which an approval, a registration, or an authorization is required pursuant to
the Agricultural Operations Act are not regulated by this Bylaw rather by that Act and by the
relevant agency pursuant to that Act. Please refer to the Agricultural Operations Act and the
Regulations under the Agricultural Operations Act for these Developments.
Front Setbacks for Manure Storage Facilities shall be as required by the established Right-Of-Way
in Sections 4.2 of this Bylaw. All front Setbacks are measured from the Roadway centerline.
Other Setbacks shall be as required by the Designated District. Side and Rear Setbacks are measured
from Lot or Parcel lines, accordingly.
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ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS
In addition to all other applicable General and Land Use District Regulations, the following
provisions shall apply to Alternative Energy Systems developed within all Land Use Districts in the
County of Vermilion River.
Permit required.
Alternative Energy Systems (AES) shall require a Development Permit to be issued. An
application for an AES shall include the following information where applicable:
The manufacturers specifications indicating;
1.
the system's rated output in kilowatts,
2.
safety features and sound characteristics,
3.
type of material used in tower, Blade, and/or rotor Construction,
4.
CSA or ULC approval, if applicable.
Potential for electromagnetic interference;
Nature and function of over-speed controls which are provided;
Specifications on the foundation and/or anchor design, including location and
anchoring of any guy wires;
Information demonstrating that the system will be used primarily to reduce on-site
consumption of non-renewable energy sources such as electricity; natural gas,
propane, or similar;
A Site plan indication the location of existing Buildings, improvements, Roads, Lanes,
and Public Utilities both on the applicant's Property and all adjacent properties.
Use.
Ground Mounted Solar Collectors shall be regarded as Accessory Buildings for the purposes of
this Bylaw and shall be regulated as such.
Land Use.
Alternative Energy Systems are a Discretionary Use in all Land Use Districts within the County of
Vermilion River.
Location.
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No aboveground portion of any component of any alternative energy system shall be located in
a Front Yard.
Regarding Solar Energy Collection Systems:
Solar Collectors whether Ground or Roof Mounted shall require a Development
Permit to be issued.
Solar Collectors may be installed on the Roof of any Building or may be Ground
Mounted in a Rear or Side Yard.
If a Roof Mounted Solar Collector requires raising of the top of the collector panel
for solar alignment, the raised portion of the collector panel shall not project
above the highest roofline by more than 0.3 metres (1 ft.). Projections beyond 0.3
metres (1 ft) shall require application for a Variance.
Any accessory structure or vegetation on an Abutting Lot or Parcel shall not be located
so as to block the Solar Collector's access to solar energy. The portion of a Solar
Collector that is protected is the portion which:
1.
is located so as not to be shaded between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
by a hypothetical 12-foot obstruction located on the Lot Line; and
2.
has an area not greater than one-half of the heated Floor Area of the structure,
or the largest of the structures, to be served.
sub-paragraph (iii) above, does not apply to structure or vegetation existing in an
Abutting Lot or Parcel at the time of installation of the Solar Energy Collection System,
or the effective date of this Bylaw, whichever is later. Said subjection controls any
structure erected on, or vegetation planted in, Abutting Lots or Parcels after the
installation of the Solar Energy Collection System.
Notwithstanding paragraphs (a) and (b) above, the County shall not be responsible for
protecting access to solar energy on private land.
Operation
Any alternative energy system shall be operated and shielded so as to prevent any electro-
magnetic interference. Any system found in violation of this policy shall be required to cease
operation until such time as the problem is resolved.
Signage
Brand names or advertising associated with any alternative energy system or the system's
installation shall not be visible from any public area, including Lanes, streets, and Highways.
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Screening.
All alternative energy system shall be located and screened, to the extent possible, by land
forms, natural vegetation, or other Landscaping means consistent with the County's General
Municipal Servicing Standards, Section H, and the applicable County's Land Use Bylaw
regulations to minimize its visual impact on adjacent Development and public areas. Towers and
other supporting structure shall be painted a single, neutral, non-reflective, non-glossy color (e.
g., earth tones, grey, black) that, to the extent possible, visually blends the system with the
surrounding natural and built environments.
Reclamation.
Upon abandonment or termination of any alternative energy system's use, the entire facility
and all components associated with the system, including towers or support structures, shall be
removed and the Site restored to its pre-Construction condition.
Compliance.
All plumbing, reservoirs, pumps, and other equipment associated with solar or geo-thermal
heating or cooling systems shall require plumbing, electrical, and Building permits as required
under the Safety Codes Act and must meet all applicable provincial plumbing, electrical, and
Building code regulations and any other municipal requirements.
Other Agencies.
No Alternative Energy System that is tied into a grid shall be installed until evidence has been
given that the utility has been informed of the customer's intent to install an interconnected
customer-Owner generator. A copy of the letter to the applicant's utility is sufficient. No
response or evidence of approval from the utility is required. Off-grid systems and grid-tied
systems that are not capable of feeding onto the grid with advanced control grid fault
protection and disconnect switches covered under the electrical code shall be exempt from the
requirement.
Installation.
All alternative energy system shall follow best installation practices to ensure quality and safety
of installations.
GEOTHERMAL SYSTEMS
shall be Closed Loop systems. Open Loop systems (pump & dump) are not allowed.
must comply with CSA-C448 and subsequent amendments. Exceptions may be allowed, at the
discretion of the Development Authority, provided that documented proof be provided that
shows that the exception meets or exceeds the CSA-C448 standard.
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installations must be stamped by a qualified Professional Engineer registered under the
"Engineering, Geological, or Geophysical Professions Act' of the Province of Alberta or have the
system and installer certified by the Canadian GeoExchange Coalition (CGC) or other future
governing body having jurisdiction within the Province of Alberta.
Heat-transfer fluids used within a geothermal system shall be of the most environmentally
friendly type available at the time of installation such as propylene glycol. In no case may an
ethylene glycol-based fluid be used nor shall any flammable or combustible agent such as
methanol, ethanol, natural gas, or propane be used.
WIND CONVERSION SYSTEMS (WECS), LARGE
In addition to the requirements set forth in Part 2 of this Bylaw, all applications for a
Development Permit for a WECS shall be accompanied by:
at the discretion of the Development Authority, a public participation summary
pursuant to Section 2.133.
if applicable, a business registration form;
a fully dimensioned and scaled Site plan showing and labeling the information
including the location of overhead utilities on or Abutting the subject Site, contours
of the land, and access Roads;
a visual representation including scale elevations, photographs and/or digital
information of the proposed WECS showing Total Height, tower height, rotor
diameter, colour, and the landscape;
the manufacturer's specifications for the Wind Energy Conversion System, including:
1.
the system's rated output in kilowatts,
2.
safety features and sound characteristics, and
3.
type of material used in tower, place, and/or rotor Construction.
an analysis of the potential for noise at:
1.
the Site of the installation,
2.
the boundary of the Lot containing the Development, and
3.
any habitable Dwelling within 2.0 km (1.2 miles) of the subject Site;
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any impacts to the local Road system including required Approaches from public
Roads having regard to County standards; and
a preliminary reclamation/decommissioning plan.
When making an application for a Development Permit for a WECS, the Developer shall provide
to the Development Authority appropriate reports and/or approvals from the following:
Safety Codes Council
Transport Canada
NavCanada
Alberta Culture and Community Spirit
Alberta Electrical Systems Operator
Alberta Energy & Utilities Board
Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development
Alberta Health
Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation
Alberta Transportation
Prior to making a decision on an application for a Development Permit for a WECS, the
Development Authority shall consider input from:
any adjacent Municipality should the proposed Development be located within 2 km
(1.2 miles) of the Municipality; and
landowners within 2 km (1.2 miles) of the proposed Development.
In order to obtain input from landowners, the Development Authority shall hold a public
meeting after advertising it in accordance with the requirements for Public Hearings in this
Bylaw.
Should a WEC discontinue producing power for a minimum of two (2) years, the WECS operator
shall be required to provide a status report to the Development Authority. The Development
Authority may then require that the WECS be decommissioned. Failure to comply with a
decommissioning requirement shall be considered to be a breach of this Bylaw, and subject to
the enforcement provisions of Section 5.1 of this Bylaw.
A WECS shall comply with all the Setbacks related to Roads and Highways that govern the
principal Use in the District in which it is located.
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Where, in the opinion of the Development Authority, the Setbacks referred to in paragraph (f)
above, are not sufficient to reduce the impact of a WECS from a Road or Highway, the
Development Authority may increase the required Setback.
A WECS shall be located not less than four (4) times the Total Height of the WECS from a
Dwelling on another Parcel of Land.
A WECS shall be located so that the horizontal distance measured at grade from the outside of
the rotor arc to any Lot boundary other than a Road or Highway is at least 7.5 m (24.6 ft.).
In the case of WECS, Setbacks may be amended from the minimum Setback requirements in the
Land Use District in which the WECS is located depending upon the number of WECS in a group
and the proximity of the WECS to any existing Dwelling.
The minimum vertical Blade Clearance from grade shall be 7.4 m (24.3 ft.) for a WECS
employing a Horizontal Axis Rotor unless otherwise required by the Development Authority.
To ensure public safety, the Development Authority may require that:
a secure Fence not less than 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) in height with a lockable gate surround a
WECS tower if the tower is climbable or subject to vandalism that could threaten
tower integrity;
no ladder or permanent tower access device be located less than 3.7 m (12.1 ft.) from
grade;
a locked device be installed on the tower to preclude access to the top of the tower;
and
such additional safety mechanisms or procedures be provided as the Development
Authority may consider reasonable and appropriate.
The use of tubular towers, with locked door access, may, at the sole discretion of the
Development Authority, make unnecessary the above requirements.
All power lines on the Site of a WECS to the power grid or a power substation will be
underground except where the Development Authority specifically approves overhead or above
grade installations.
Unless otherwise required by the Development Authority, a WECS shall be finished in a non-
reflective matte and in a colour which minimizes the obtrusive impact of a WECS to the sole
requirements of the Development Authority.
No lettering, advertising or other symbol shall appear on the towers or Blades. On other parts
of the WECS, the only lettering or symbol allowed will be the manufacturer's and/or Owner's
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identification or symbol and then, only upon the approval of and at the sole discretion of the
Development Authority.
The Development Authority may approve a WECS on a case-by-case basis having regard for:
information provided in the application;
the proximity of the proposed Development to other Land Uses;
the cumulative effect of all WECS approved or proposed in the area;
underlying utilities; and
information received from the circulation of the application and from the public.
A letter of credit may be required to address the decommissioning and reclamation of Sites
should a location be taken out of service. The amount of security and term will be reviewed on
a case-by-case basis to determine reclamation costs.
WIND CONVERSION SYSTEMS (WECS), MICRO
Notwithstanding any other provision in this Land Use Bylaw, Micro Wind Energy Conversion
Systems, which are systems which have a rated capacity of less than 0.5 kW, may only be Roof-
mounted or ground-mounted within a Side or Rear Yard.
Micro Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be required to conform to Setback requirements
for accessory Buildings.
Maximum height shall be the maximum height provisions that apply within the District in which
the Micro Wind Energy Conversion System is located.
One Micro Wind Energy Conversion System is allowed per Lot. A second system may be
permitted at the discretion of the Development Authority if the applicant can demonstrate that
there is adequate room on the Site.
WIND CONVERSION SYSTEMS (WECS), SMALL
Small Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall only be allowed as accessory Developments.
For Property sizes between 0.1 ha (0.25 ac.) and 0.2 ha (0.5 ac.) the Wind Turbine Tower Height
shall be limited to 25.0 m (82.0 ft.). For Property sizes of 0.2 ha (0.5 ac.) or more, there is no
limitation on Wind Turbine Tower Height, subject to the Setback requirements below, and
provided that the application includes evidence that the proposed height does not exceed the
height recommended by the manufacturer or any distributor of the system.
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The turbine base shall be no closer to the Property Line than the height of the Wind Turbine
Tower, and no part of the system structure, including guy wire anchors, may extend closer than
3.0 m (9.8 ft.) to the Property boundaries of the installation Site. Additionally, the outer and
innermost guy wires must be marked and clearly visible to a height of 2.0 m (6.6 ft.) above the
guy wire anchors. The Development Authority may waive Setback requirements from adjacent
properties if such adjacent Property Owner agrees to grant an Easement binding on current and
future Owners.
The mean value of the sound pressure level from small wind energy systems shall not exceed
more than 6 decibels (dBA) above background sound, as measured at the exterior of the closest
neighbouring inhabited Dwelling (at the time of installation or during operation), for wind
speeds below 10 m per second (22 mph) and except during short-term events such as utility
outages and/or severe wind storms.
Development Permit applications for small wind energy systems shall be accompanied by
standard drawings of the wind turbine structure, including the tower, base, footings, anchoring
method and drawn to scale. An engineering analysis of the Wind Turbine Tower showing
compliance with the International Building Code and certified by a licensed professional
mechanical, structural, or civil engineer shall also be submitted. Documentation of this analysis
supplied by the manufacturer shall be accepted.
Small wind energy systems must comply with applicable air traffic safety regulations. A
statement on compliance by the applicant is sufficient. Transport Canada must be notified of
the location (latitude and longitude) and height of all wind turbine installations through the
aeronautical clearance application process. Small Wind Turbine Towers shall not be artificially lit
except as required by NavCanada.
Building permit applications for small wind energy systems shall be accompanied by a line
drawing of the electrical components in sufficient detail to allow for a determination that the
manner of installation conforms to existing electrical codes. This information is frequently
supplied by the manufacturer.
No small wind energy system that is tied into a grid shall be installed until evidence has been
given that the utility has been informed of the customer's intent to install an interconnected
customer-Owner generator. A copy of a letter to the applicant's utility is sufficient. No response
or evidence of approval from the utility is required. Off-grid systems and grid-tied systems that
are not capable of feeding onto the grid with advanced control grid fault protection and
disconnect switches covered under the electrical code shall be exempt from the requirement.
One Small Wind Energy System is allowed per single detached Dwelling on a Lot.
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A letter of credit may be required to address the decommissioning and reclamation of Sites
should a location be taken out of service. The amount of security and term will be reviewed on
a case-by-case basis to determine reclamation costs.
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5.4 Auto Wreckers and Salvage Yards
AUTO WRECKERS AND SALVAGE YARDS
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Bylaw, Auto Wreckers and Salvage Yards shall be
screened from adjacent properties by a solid perimeter Fence of at least 2.0 m (6.5 ft.) in height,
and not more than 5.0 (16.25 ft.), with no material piled higher than the height of the perimeter
Fence, and a Setback of 1.5 m (5 ft.), which shall be maintained free of obstructions at all times.
the perimeter Fence shall not be located in the required Front Yard.
the required Front Yard shall be used for no other purpose than Landscaping and
necessary access driveways to the Site.
all Landscaping shall meet County Standards to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Storage of debris, equipment, and other materials shall not be permitted in the perimeter
Setback.
As a condition of approval for an Auto Wrecker and Salvage Yard, the Development Authority may
impose restrictions on:
hours of operation;
siting of machinery and facilities; and/or
any other feature of the Development, so as to mitigate the impact noise on adjacent
properties and Developments.
No Auto Wrecker or Salvage Yard facility, including the storage and stockpiling of Vehicles, Refuse,
or any materials, shall be located so as to cause contamination of adjacent properties or
environmental features or natural resources, such as water bodies or agricultural lands.
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5.5 Campgrounds and Campsites
CAMPGROUNDS AND CAMPSITES
A Site Development Plan, or at the request of the Development Authority an Area Structure Plan,
prepared by a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) shall be submitted and approved by the
Development Authority prior to submitting a Development Permit application for a Campground
proposal that will ultimately exceed twenty (20) Campsites and/or Cabins or is located on a Parcel
greater than 2.0 ha (5 ac). The Site Development Plan shall include detailed plans and specifications
(e. g., servicing, traffic, environmental considerations, etc.) for the initial stage, as well as any
subsequent stages of Development for the entire tract of land. (see Figure 9)
A minimum of 10% of the gross Lot area of the Campground shall be set aside for a common
recreation area and shall be developed and maintained as a park, playground or other useable Open
Space. No portion of any other Use and/or facility shall be included in this area.
Campsite and visitor Parking Spaces shall be provided within a Campground area, subject to Section
4.15 of this Bylaw to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
All Campgrounds shall be provided with safe and convenient vehicular access and a second
emergency access, and all Roadways within a Campground shall be of a surface and standard
acceptable to a Development Officer for the purposes of accommodating emergency, fire and
Maintenance Vehicles.
Within a Campground Development, the Roadway system will be sensitive to the topography and
Site characteristics and shall be visibly "signed" to avoid confusion and minimize hazards.
All Campsites shall be accessible by means of an access at least 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) in width where the
access is for one-way traffic, or at least 6.0 m (19.7 ft.) in width where the access is for two-way
traffic.
Trees and natural vegetative cover shall not be removed without an approved Development Permit
or Development concept plan. The Development Authority may prevent the removal of trees or
shrubs adjacent to environmentally sensitive areas.
Any adjoining residential area(s) shall be screened by a solid Fence or year-round vegetation with a
minimum height of 2.0 m (6.6 ft.), to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Fires shall only be permitted in facilities which have been provided for such purpose or where open
fires are allowed by the County's fire department.
Fireplaces, fire pits, charcoal and other barbeque equipment, wood burning stoves, or any other
cooking facilities shall be located, constructed, maintained and used to minimize fire hazard and
smoke Nuisance in the Campground and the neighbouring properties.
Fire extinguishers capable of dealing with electrical and wood fires shall be kept in all service
Buildings.
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A suitable access and egress shall be provided so that every Campground may be readily serviced in
emergency situations. Twenty-four (24) hour emergency communication service (e.g. telephones)
shall be provided.
Pedestrian walkways having a width of not less than 1.2 m (3.9 ft.) shall be provided from
Campground Stalls to all service Buildings, facilities, Refuse collection areas and recreation areas.
The walkways shall be well drained, well lighted, and the surface shall be constructed to a standard
to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
The storage, collection and disposal of solid Waste in Campgrounds shall be so conducted as to
create no health hazards, rodent harborage, insect breeding areas, or accident or fire hazards.
Individual or grouped Refuse containers must be screened to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority.
Campgrounds with less than twenty (20) Campsites and no permanent Cabins shall be required to
provide sewage disposal and water service facilities to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority.
Campgrounds with more than twenty (20) Campsites and with permanent Cabins shall provide on-
site services as follows:
A water supply system shall be provided for each Campsite designed to accommodate the
Campground user occupying a self-contained Recreational Vehicle or a Cabin and shall be
connected to a community water supply system. The water system for a Campground shall be
constructed to the satisfaction of the County Engineer and the Development Authority in
accordance with all applicable Provincial and County regulations.
Alternatively, a Campground may provide one or more easily accessible supply outlets for filling
potable water storage tanks. The water supply outlets shall be located within 100.0 m (328.1 ft.)
of the Campsites. The water supply outlets shall be constructed to the satisfaction of the County
Engineer and the Development Authority in accordance with all applicable Provincial and
County regulations.
An adequate and safe sewage disposal system shall be provided in a Campground for each
Campsite designed to accommodate the Campground user Occupying a self-contained Vehicle
or Cabin and shall be connected to a community sewage system and/or sanitary dumping
station, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. The sewage disposal system in a
Campground shall be constructed to the satisfaction of the County Engineer and the
Development Authority and shall comply with all applicable Provincial and County regulations,
and shall be maintained to the standards of the regulatory approvals.
A Campground shall be provided with sanitary dumping stations in the ration of one for every
one hundred Recreational Vehicle spaces or fractional part thereof. The sanitary dumping
stations shall be designed and maintained to County regulations and standards to the
satisfaction of the County Engineer and the Development Authority. Each station shall provide a
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water outlet, with the necessary appurtenances connected to the water supply system to
permit periodic wash down of the immediate adjacent areas. A Sign shall be posted near the
water outlet indicating that this water is for flushing and cleaning purposes only. Sanitary
stations shall be separated from any Campsite or Cabin by a distance of not less than 20.0 m
(65.6 ft.).
In no case shall less than one (1) toilet and lavatory be provided for each sex for every ten (10)
Campsites.
Campgrounds, containing Campsites, Cabins, Hotels and/or Motels are considered temporary
occupancies, and consequently, the maximum Occupancy is two hundred and forty (240) days per
calendar year.
The minimum size for a tenting Campsite shall be:
7.5 m (24.6 ft.) in width;
18.3 m (60.0 ft.) in depth; and
213 m2 (2292.7 sq. ft.) in area.
The minimum size for a Recreation Vehicle/travel Trailer or Cabin Campsite shall be:
10.0 m (32.8 ft.) in width
25.0 m (82 ft.) in depth; and
250 m2 (2691 sq. ft.) in area.
A Recreational Vehicle/travel Trailer on a Campsite shall be separated a minimum of 3.0 m (9.8 ft.)
from:
another Recreational Vehicle/travel Trailer on an adjacent Site;
other structures; and
an Interior Roadway.
All Campsites shall be required to provide an acceptable form of ground cover to prevent erosion.
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Figure 9. Typical Campground/Campsite Layout.
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5.6 Confined Feeding Operations and Manure Storage Facilities
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CONFINED FEEDING OPERATIONS AND MANURE
STORAGE FACILITIES
Confined Feeding Operations and Manure Storage Facilities for which an approval, a registration,
or an authorization is required pursuant to the Agricultural Operations Act are not regulated by this
Bylaw rather by that Act and by the Natural Resources Conservation Board pursuant to that Act.
Please refer to the Agricultural Operations Act and the Regulations under the Agricultural
Operations Act for these Developments.
Front Setbacks for Manure Storage Facilities shall be as required by the established Right-Of-Way
in Sections 4.2 of this Bylaw. All front Setbacks are measured from the Roadway centerline.
Other Setbacks shall be as required by the Designated District. Side and Rear Setbacks are measured
from Lot or Parcel lines, accordingly.
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COMPOST FACILITIES AND LANDFILLS
All relevant provincial authorizations shall be in place prior to commencement of operation.
Hours of public access and hours of operation for heavy machinery shall be restricted to between
7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
Litter catchment Fences, satisfactory to the Development Authority, shall be placed immediately
downwind (from the generally prevailing winds) of any working face to capture litter.
Perimeter fencing, consisting of a continuous chain-link Fence or similar material with appropriate
gate or gates and satisfactory to the Development Authority, shall be placed around the working
area for security purposes. Any gates shall be closed and locked when the compost facility or Landfill
is not open to the public.
The applicant shall adopt a program satisfactory to the Development Authority to retrieve litter that
accumulates on Site or any litter that escapes from the Site.
If the working area would be visible from a Road, there must be a visual Buffer satisfactory to the
Development Authority between the Road and the working area to reduce visibility. The Buffer may
consist of a soil Berm and/or a tree shelterbelt and may be either natural or constructed.
The Site shall be manned when open to the public.
The applicant shall submit a reclamation and closure plan on terms acceptable to the Development
Authority.
The Developer shall enter into a Development agreement with the County which, in addition to the
matters indicated in Section 655(1)(b) of the Act, shall deal with:
routing of any traffic that accesses the Development,
Road Maintenance, including dust control,
directional signage, and security for the above, and for compliance with the conditions of the
Development Permit.
Landfills
In addition to the requirements of this Section, the Developer of a Landfill shall ensure that
Waste deposited in the working area is promptly compacted and covered to minimize odour
and to minimize wind blowing litter.
Redistricting
In addition to the other requirements of this Bylaw, prior to Council approving an amendment
to this Bylaw changing land within the County to the LC District, the applicant may be required
to submit an Environmental Site Assessment and a hydrogeological report relating to the
proposed Use and the environmental conditions of the Site.
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DAY USE AND PICNIC AREAS
A sufficient number of picnic tables, fire pits and Garbage cans shall be provided to accommodate
the design capacity of the Site. Exact numbers of such facilities shall be at the discretion of the
Development Authority.
Day Use and picnic facilities shall be designed and landscaped in order to minimize disturbance to
the natural environment and to protect heavy Use areas from damage.
Where the day Use area directly adjoins a residential Development, adequate Screening or fencing,
to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, will be required between the Uses.
Parking Areas should be physically separated from the rest of the day Use or picnic areas by
Landscaping or natural vegetation Buffers.
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DWELLING AND BUILDING CONVERSION
STANDARDS
The standards in this Section shall apply to the Conversion of Dwellings and Buildings located within
all Districts.
All Dwelling and Building Conversion activities of existing Buildings, including those listed in Section
5.22, being used or to be used for Non-Residential Use(s) or Buildings being used or to be used for
Residential Use(s) require that a Development Permit be issued for Discretionary Use, in accordance
to the requirements of this Bylaw.
A Use and Occupancy Permit, subject to the provisions in Section 2.17 of this Bylaw, is required
prior to Occupancy of a Building Conversion.
Building Conversion for Residential Uses
Dwelling and Building Conversions for Residential Use shall meet all applicable requirements for
Residential Construction in accordance to the Alberta Building Code and the Safety Codes Act
regulations.
Building Conversion of an existing Dwelling or Non-Residential Use Building to accommodate
not more than three (3) Households, provided that the exterior design of structure is not
changed from the character of a Single-Family Dwelling and further provided that each Dwelling
Unit resulting from such conversion, shall comply with all applicable Residential Use regulations
for the Designated District in which the Building Conversion Lot or Parcel is located, except
where the Building is Non-Conforming with respect to one or more of the minimum
requirements in this Bylaw.
The gross Floor Area of the Building shall not be increased more than five percent (5%) over
that which existed prior to the Building Conversion.
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HOME OCCUPATIONS
The following regulations shall apply to Home Occupation, Major and Home Occupation, Minor
Uses, as defined within this Bylaw, within all Districts that allow for the Use.
All Development Permits issued for Home Occupations shall be revocable at any time by the
Development Authority, if, in its opinion, the Use is or has become detrimental to the amenities of
the neighbourhood in which it is located.
A permit issued for a Home Occupation is valid for one year or longer as determined by the
Development Authority.
It is the obligation of the Developer to seek renewal of a Development Permit prior to the expiry
of the time period for which the initial permit was issued. The Development Authority shall
consider the renewal on its merits.
A stop order may be issued at any time if, in the opinion of the Development Authority, the operator
of the Home Occupation has violated any provision of this Bylaw or conditions of the approval of
the Development Permit.
General Regulations
All Home Occupations shall comply with the following requirements:
When a Development Permit is issued for a Home Occupation, such permit shall be
terminated should the applicant vacate the Property for which the permit has been
issued.
Home Occupations shall not involve:
1. activities that use or store hazardous material in quantities exceeding those
found in a normal Household; or
2. any Use that would, in the opinion of the Development Authority, materially
interfere with or affect the Use, enjoyment or value of neighbouring
properties.
Home Occupations shall not generate Offensive noise, vibrations, smoke, dust, odour,
heat, glare, electrical, or radio disturbances, which are detectable beyond the
boundary of the Lot or Parcel on which the Home Occupation is located.
Notwithstanding the provisions under Section 4.21 of this Bylaw, advertising sings for
Home Occupations may be limited in size and number at the discretion of the
Development Authority.
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The Home Occupation Use shall not involve the display or storage of goods or
equipment upon or inside the Premises such that these items are exposed to public
view from the exterior.
additional Buffering or Screening requirements may be established by the
Development Authority, at its sole discretion.
Home Occupations shall not generate an increasing demand on one or more utilities
(water, sewer, electricity, telephone, Garbage, etc.) such that the combined total
consumption for a Dwelling and its Home Occupation substantially exceeds the
average for the designated Residential Use within the area.
No Home Occupation Use requiring electrical or mechanical equipment shall cause a
substantial fire rating change in the structure or the area in which the Home
Occupation is located.
Within Residential Districts, no more than one (1) Commercial Vehicle, up to the size
of a tandem Truck, which is used in conjunction with the Home Occupation, shall be
parked or maintained on the Site.
The Parking Space for the Commercial Vehicle shall be either within a Garage or
adequately screened and sited behind the Main Building to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority.
Within Non-Residential Districts, not more than four (4) Commercial Vehicles, each
with one (1) accessory Trailer, which are used in conjunction with a Major Home
Occupation, shall be parked or maintained on the Site.
The Parking Space for the Commercial Vehicle shall be either within a Garage or
adequately screened and Sited behind the Main Building to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority.
Minor Home Occupations Additional Regulations
In addition to the requirements of Section 5.10(5) above, a Minor Home Occupation shall
comply with the following regulations:
A Minor Home Occupation shall not Occupy more than 20% of the gross Floor Area
or 30 m2 (323 sq. ft.) of the Main Building, whichever is greater.
Except where otherwise expressly allowed within this Bylaw, there shall be no
outdoor business activity or Outdoor Storage of material or equipment associated
with a Minor Home Occupation on the Site.
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1. Storage related to a Minor Home Occupation shall be accommodated either
within the Dwelling or Accessory Buildings.
2. Storage related to a Minor Home Occupation shall not cause the Minor
Home Occupation to exceed the total area established in sub-paragraph (i)
above.
Up to five (5) business visits per day are allowed.
Exterior alterations or additions to accommodate a Minor Home Occupation shall not
be allowed.
A Minor Home Occupation shall not employ any Person on Site other than the
Occupants of the Dwelling.
Major Home Occupations Additional Regulations
In addition to the requirements of Section 5.10(5) above, a Major Home Occupation shall
comply with the following regulations:
The number of non-resident employees working on Site shall not exceed two (2).
Except where otherwise expressly allowed within this Bylaw, up to ten (10) business
visits per day are allowed in the Agricultural (A), Industrial (M), and Business (B)
Districts. In all other Non-Residential Districts, up to eight (8) business visits per day
are allowed.
Any interior or exterior alterations or additions to accommodate a Major Home
Occupation require that a Development Permit be issued under the provisions of this
Bylaw, and such alterations shall comply with this Bylaw and the Alberta Safety Codes
thereunder.
Except where otherwise expressly prohibited within this Bylaw, at the sole discretion
of the Development Authority, and provided that all other requirements are met,
Major Home Occupations may Occupy large, Shop-type Buildings in which Trucks are
parked, or contain Uses that under other circumstances would be considered Rural
Commercial Uses.
Regarding Bed and Breakfast and Guest Ranch Operations
Bed and Breakfast Establishment or a Guest Ranch is considered a Major Home Occupation, and
shall, in addition to the regulations in Section 5.10(7) above, comply with the following
regulations:
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A Bed and Breakfast Establishment or Guest Ranch shall not change the principal
character or external appearance of the Dwelling containing the Use and shall have a
maximum of three (3) guest sleeping Units.
Cooking facilities shall not be located within the sleeping Units.
All facilities shall meet public health regulations.
In addition to any other parking requirements in Section 4.15 of this Bylaw, one (1)
additional Off-Street Parking Space shall be provided for each sleeping Unit.
A Bed and Breakfast Establishment or Guest Ranch shall be operated by a live-in
Owner(s) and no more than two (2) paid assistants.
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INCLUSIONARY HOUSING REQUIREMENTS
The purpose of the provisions under this Section is to provide and preserve affordable housing stock
within the County by encouraging greater diversity of housing opportunities that meet the needs of
a changing and diverse population.
Provision of Affordable Housing Units consistent with applicable provincial regulations and the
provisions of this Section shall be a condition of approval of Subdivision or Development
applications for Multi-Unit Developments within Designated Districts.
Where an action of the County increases the value of a residential Property, by permitting higher
Density for instance, or reduces an Owner or Developer expense, by granting a waiver or Variance
from normal standards, for instance, the County should receive a benefit, such as some type of
Affordable Housing, in return. Further, the County should refrain from actions, which increase
value, or reduce expenses, unless it does receive such a benefit.
Development of on-site Affordable Units for rent or purchase:
A one-for-one Density Bonus shall be awarded for construction of on-site Affordable Housing
Units.
The developer must provide a mix of two and three bedroom Units, with a minimum of fifty-
percent (50%) of the Units as three bedroom units and in a combination of Unit types as
approved within a Site Development Plan, or at the request of the Development Authority an
Area Structure Plan, prepared by a Registered Professional Planner (RPP).
Smaller and larger unit sizes shall be provided as an option, based on local housing needs and
project character, at the discretion of the Subdivision and/or Development Authority.
Inclusionary Housing Units developed as Affordable Housing shall remain affordable for an
indefinite period through the controls on rental levels or the resale value as registered in a first right
caveat in title, consistent with federal and provincial regulations, as outlined below:
Inclusionary Housing Units (which are produced by some form of public assistance as Affordable
Housing) rent or sale price must not exceed eighty-five percent (85%) of market value and the
Unit must be bought or rented to a household that earns eighty percent (80%) or less of the
median income for their household size within the County.
Inclusionary Housing Units (which are produced by homeowners as Affordable Housing) rent or
sale price must not exceed eighty-five percent (85%) of market value and the Unit must be
bought or rented to a household that earns eighty percent (80%) or less of the median income
for their household size within the County.
Further to Section 5.11(5) above, the ability of target income groups to rent or purchase should
primarily determine the appropriate affordability rental levels or resale value and indices of inflation
should be only a secondary factor in this determination.
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A Developer may use one of several alternatives for providing Inclusionary Housing Units as
Affordable Housing on or off the Site. The following four alternatives are considered equivalent and
the listing implies no priority among them. At least ten percent (10%) of the Units in a Lot or Parcel
of land or Multi-Unit Development subject to this Bylaw shall be established as Affordable Housing
Units in any one or combination of methods provided for below:
5% Low-income Units to be rented by eligible Households; or
15% Low-income Units to be purchased or rented by eligible Households; or
25% Moderate income Units to be purchased or rented by eligible Households; or
40% Middle income Units to be purchased by eligible Households; or
After efforts to provide the type of housing Units indicated above have proven fruitless, and
subject to the execution of a Development agreement, the County may consider the following:
Where no Units have been provided, a one hundred percent (100%) financial
contribution made in lieu of providing required Units equal to 3% of market sale price
of all Units shall be required.
Where less than half of the required Units are provided, a fifty percent (50%) financial
contribution made in lieu of providing required Units equal to 1.5% of market sale
price of all Units shall be required.
Table 5. Affordability Level of 30% of Monthly Income.
* Median Income is the combined average Household income for the entire County of Vermilion River.
This is a general guide; actual numbers may vary and should be calculated to meet federal or
provincial affordability requirements.
**High Income is not an actual Affordable Housing category and is used here simply for illustration
purposes.
Income Level
4-Person Household Affordability Range
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LICENSED CANNABIS PRODUCTION AND/OR
PROCESSING, STORAGE, OR DISTRIBUTION
FACILITY AND/OR PREMISES
The purpose of this Section is to provide for desirable compatibility between Licensed Cannabis
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises and surrounding
Land Uses. The mitigation of possible adverse impacts shall be addressed using this section.
Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises
shall comply with all County Land Bylaw and policy requirements and any applicable federal and
provincial regulations.
No Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall be permitted unless all applicable licensing and approvals have been provided for by
the provincial and federal governments.
Only one (1) Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises shall be permitted on a single title.
A Site, Lot or Parcel, Building, or structure established, operated, or maintained as a Licensed
Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall
comply with the provisions made for in this Section in addition to any other applicable federal,
provincial, and municipal regulations as per Section 1.3 of this Bylaw. Non-compliance to the
previous may be abated as provided for in Section 1.13 of this Bylaw. This is not exclusive and shall
not prevent the County from exercising any other remedy available under the law, nor shall the
provisions of this Section prohibit or restrict other federal or provincial law or County policy to be
enacted upon.
When provided for within this Bylaw, in addition to the regulations in the Designated District that
provides for the Use, the provisions under this Section and Section 4.12 shall apply to all Licensed
Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facilities and/or Premises within
the County of Vermilion River.
All Development Permit applications for Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facilities and/or Premises shall comply with the provisions established
in Section 2.7 of this Bylaw.
Applicability
The provisions under this Section shall apply to:
The Use of land, Lot or Parcel and Buildings or structures for the production, storage,
and distribution of Cannabis as defined and regulated under the Cannabis Act, as
amended or as regulated under any subsequent legislation that may be enacted in
substitution.
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Buildings or structures and Accessory Uses to Permitted or Discretionary Uses in
connection with a Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or Premises.
Application Requirements
A copy of the submitted license application for the Licensed Cannabis Production and/or
Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall be provided to the
Development Authority before a Temporary Development Permit in support of an application
can be issued.
The Development Authority may issue a Temporary Development Permit not to
exceed eighteen (18) months for a Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises license application that complies
with the provisions of this Bylaw.
Should the application period for a Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises license application exceed eighteen
(18) months, the Development Authority may, at its sole discretion, extend the
Temporary Development Permit, if it is requested by the applicant, to an additional
thirty (30) days to a maximum of 2 extensions.
A copy of the current license for a Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall be provided to the Development Authority before a
Development Permit for a Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or Premises can be issued.
The Development Permit for a Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall be limited as follows:
The first Development Permit shall not exceed a 3-year term.
Any subsequent Development Permit shall not exceed a 5-year term.
Issuance of an Occupancy Permit is required for all structures associated with a Licensed
Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises.
The Development Authority may require an applicant for a Development Permit for a Licensed
Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises to
have any or all of the following information be prepared by a qualified professional and have it
included with the application:
Waste Management Plan
Environmental Assessment
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Traffic Impact Assessment
Water/Wastewater Report
Storm Water Management Plan
Any additional study or assessment necessary to address specific concerns at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
Site Plan Requirements
All applications shall include a Site plan. Said Site plan shall be a detailed and scaled
drawing, as per the General Municipal Servicing Standards, showing the locations and
dimensions of the areas to be used for the sale and storage of Cannabis material and
products. Such areas will be referred to as Areas for Cannabis Materials/Products.
1. The areas for the sale and storage of Cannabis material shall be limited to and
must conform to the submitted Site plan included in the permit application. Said
Site plan will be referred to as the original Site plan.
2. The original Site plan shall not be amended to add additional Areas for Cannabis
Materials/Products without the approval of a new application by the
Development Authority.
a. A copy of the current or amended license for the Licensed Cannabis
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall be provided to the Development Authority before a
Permit can be issued.
Include proposed Landscaping, loading, and Parking Areas.
Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facilities and/or Premises:
shall maintain the neighbourhood characteristics and appearance.
shall be designed and located to minimize any impacts on the natural environment.
shall have no Outdoor Storage of goods, material, or supplies.
shall contain Garbage containers and Waste materials within an enclosed Building.
shall secure solid waste material in accordance with applicable provisions under the Cannabis
Act, until disposed of or destroyed in accordance with the regulations.
shall meet all requirements for said facilities (such as but not limited to security and Premises)
as may be required under the Cannabis Act.
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shall minimize any exposure or disturbance to the surrounding area including, but not limited
to, dust, pollution, noise, odour, or any other related Land Use Nuisance effects.
the Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall operate in a manner that does not constitute a Nuisance as defined under the
Land Use Bylaw or any other bylaw and/or policy approved by the County.
Separation Requirements
For the purposes of this Section:
A Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises Site means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which the Licensed Cannabis
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises is
located or is proposed to be located.
A School Site, for the purposes of this Section, means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which
either a day care or a Public Education Facility is situated, including those wherein
"Institutional" is listed as a Permitted Use.
A Health Care Facility Parcel means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which either a provincial
health care or a public health care facility is situated, including those Lots or Parcels
wherein "Public or Semi-Public Use" is listed as a Permitted Use.
School Reserve and Municipal School Reserve shall have the meaning given to the in
the Municipal Government Act, as amended.
A Residential Parcel, for the purposes of this Section, means any Parcel wherein a
"Dwelling" is listed as a Permitted Use excepting those wherein a "Dwelling Unit" is
listed and described as accessory to a/the Use or accessory to the principal Use.
A Place of Public Use means those parts of land, a Building, street, waterway or other
location that are accessible or open to Persons under the age of 18 years, whether on
a continuous, periodic or occasional basis, and includes any commercial, business,
cultural, historical, educational, religious, governmental, entertainment, recreational,
or other place that is accessible or open to the public on such a basis, including the
meaning of Public Place in the Cannabis Act.
A Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises Site shall meet the minimum Separation distance of 1,000 m (3,281 ft) between a
School Site, Health Care Facility, School Reserve, Municipal School Reserve, another the
Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises Site, or any other Place of Public Use usually frequented by Persons under the age of
18 years.
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The minimum Separation distance shall be established by measuring the shortest
distance between the boundary of the Lot or Parcel containing the School Site, Health
Care Facility, School Reserve, Municipal School Reserve, another Licensed Cannabis
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises Site,
or any other Place of Public Use and the boundary of the proposed Licensed Cannabis
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises Site.
A Licensed Cannabis Production, Processing, Storage, Distribution Facility, Premises Site or any
combination thereof shall either meet a minimum Separation distance of 75 m (246 ft.) from a
Dwelling, or meet a minimum Separation distance of 100 m (328 ft.) from any Residential Use
(as defined by this bylaw) Lot or Parcel boundary when no Dwelling exists within 150 m (492
ft.).
The minimum Separation distance shall be established by measuring the shortest
distance between the boundary of the Dwelling or Residential Use Lot or Parcel and
the boundary of the proposed Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises Site.
Development Standards
ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
As required by the Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject to:
(a) man-made barrier, registered in
Land Titles, fragmenting the
quarter section, or
(b) a natural barrier that physically
fragments the quarter section -
usually this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm machinery.
(c) the Subdivision of any fragmented
area shall be governed by the
policies in the Municipal
Development Plan respecting the
Subdivision of fragmented areas.
Maximum Lot
Coverage
60%
Includes cultivation area (Standard or
Micro) and any structures.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for provincial Highways, which
are subject to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for an irregular shaped Lot,
which shall be ten percent (10%) of the
mean Lot Width.
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Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
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REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Maximum Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Except for an agricultural structure such
as a silo, grain bin or elevator, or where
restricted by the Airport Vicinity Area
Overlay. (Section 7.2.1 or where a
Variance under Section 2.13 has been
granted.)
Accessory Buildings
In accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
A Building or structure used for security
purposes for the Licensed Cannabis
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or Premises may
be located in the Front Yard and must
comply with the required minimum
Setbacks.
Minimum Planting
Setback
In accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Setback
from a Water Body
or Water Course
As provided for in Table 6.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements for
a Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales
Establishment shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw, the
General Municipal Servicing
Standards, and any applicable
requirements a under the Gaming,
Liquor and Cannabis Act and the
Cannabis Act, as amended.
Signage
Outdoor signage or advertising shall meet requirements under Section 4.21 as
well as provincial and federal regulations regarding the Use.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these
regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and
similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and
housings, water tanks, standpipes, and similar utility structures; and radio and
television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures.
Additional Regulations In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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Additional Regulations
A Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall be the primary use of the Lot(s) or Parcel(s).
Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facilities and/or
Premises must not operate in conjunction with another Use on the same Lot(s) or Parcel(s).
Cannabis Products must not be smoked, vaped, ingested, or otherwise consumed on the
Premises of a Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises.
Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facilities and/or
Premises must not permit any Person who is a minor, as defined under the Cannabis Act, or as
amended, to enter or be in the Licensed Cannabis Production Facility or Premises.
Uses, processes, or equipment Owned or contracted, operating on the Premises shall be limited
to those that are not objectionable due to odour, dust, bright lights, smoke, noise, or vibration.
The Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall meet all requirements for said facilities such as, but not limited to security and
Premises, as required under federal and provincial legislation and regulations.
All activities related to Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution
Facilities and/or Premises shall occur within a fully enclosed stand-alone Building, including but
not limited to loading, receiving, and shipping of Cannabis, Cannabis Products, and any other
goods, materials, and supplies.
A Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises' exterior lighting and noise levels should meet the following:
the illumination of Parking Areas, walkways, Signs, and other structures associated
with Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises shall be arranged to meet any requirements the Land Use Bylaw or
any other bylaw and / or policy approved by the County and any requirements under
federal or provincial regulation.
noise from facilities shall not exceed that allowed under the Land Use Bylaw or any
other bylaw and/or policy approved by the County and any requirements under
federal or provincial regulation.
Buffers shall be required for all Licensed Cannabis Production and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or Premises. Buffers can combine Separation, vegetation, and fencing
to mitigate the impacts on Farming and adjacent activities, as per Section 4.9.
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Nonconforming Status
Legal nonconforming status of Buildings and Uses shall not apply to Licensed Cannabis
Production Facilities.
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LICENSED CANNABIS RETAIL SALES
ESTABLISHMENTS AND/OR PREMISES
The purpose of this Section is to provide for desirable compatibility between Licensed Cannabis
Retail Sales Establishments and surrounding Land Uses. The mitigation of possible adverse impacts
shall be addressed using this section. Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments shall comply
with all County Land Use Bylaw and policy requirements and any applicable federal and provincial
regulations.
No Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments shall be permitted unless all applicable licensing
and approvals have been provided for by the provincial and federal governments.
Only one (1) Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment shall be permitted on a single title.
A Site, Lot or Parcel, Building or structure established, operated, or maintained as a Licensed
Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment shall comply with the provisions made for in this Section in
addition to any other applicable federal, provincial, and municipal regulations as per Section 1.3 of
this Bylaw. Non-compliance to the previous may be abated as provided for in Section 1.13 of this
Bylaw. This is not exclusive and shall not prevent the County from exercising any other remedy
available under the law, nor shall the provisions of this Section prohibit or restrict other federal or
provincial law or County policy to be enacted upon.
When provided for within this Bylaw, in addition to the regulations in the Designated District that
provides for the Use, the provisions under this Section shall apply to all Licensed Cannabis Retail
Sales Establishments within the County of Vermilion River.
All applications shall comply with the provisions established in Section 2.7 of this Bylaw.
Only establishments licensed by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commission (AGLCC)
under the Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Act, as amended will be considered.
Applicability
The provisions under this Section shall apply to:
The Use of land, Lot or Parcel, Site, Building, or structure established, operated, or
maintained as a Commercial Use that involves the sale, offer for sale, and purchase
of Cannabis Products and approved Cannabis accessories from licensed Cannabis
retailers, and Similar Uses as defined in and in accordance with the Gaming, Liquor,
and Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Act, as amended, or any subsequent legislation
that may be enacted in substitution, within the County of Vermilion River.
Buildings or structures and Accessory Uses to Permitted or Discretionary Uses in
connection with Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments.
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Application Requirements
All applications for Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment shall comply with County
Development standards and regulations in addition to the provisions established in Part 2 of
this Bylaw.
A copy of the submitted license application for the Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment
shall be provided to the Development Authority before a Temporary Development Permit in
support of an application can be issued.
The Development Authority may issue a Temporary Development Permit not to
exceed sixty (60) days for a Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment license application
that complies with the provisions of this Bylaw.
Should the application period for a the Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment license
application exceed sixty (60) days, the Development Authority may, at its sole
discretion, extend the Temporary Development Permit, if it is requested by the
applicant, to an additional thirty (30) days to a maximum of 2 extensions.
A copy of the current Cannabis retail license for the Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment as
issued by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commission (AGLCC) shall be provided to
the Development Authority before a Development Permit for a Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales
Establishment can be issued.
The Development Permit for the Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment shall be limited as follows:
The first Development Permit shall not exceed a 3-year term.
Any subsequent Development Permit shall not exceed a 5-year term.
The applicant shall provide the Development Authority with an annual update or
notice of termination of approval from the AGLC.
Issuance of an Occupancy Permit is required for all structures associated with a Licensed Cannabis
Retail Sales Establishment.
The Development Authority may require an applicant for a Development Permit for a Licensed Cannabis Retail
Sales Establishment to have any or all of the following information be prepared by a qualified professional and
have it included with the application:
Waste Management Plan
Environmental Assessment
Traffic Impact Assessment
Water/Wastewater Report
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Storm Water Management Plan
Any additional study or assessment necessary to address specific concerns at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
Site Plan Requirements
All applications shall include a Site plan. Said Site plan shall be a detailed and scaled
drawing, as per the General Municipal Servicing Standards, showing the locations and
dimensions of the areas to be used for the sale and storage of Cannabis
material/products. Such areas will be referred to as Areas for Cannabis
Materials/Products.
1. The areas for the sale and storage of Cannabis Material/Products shall be limited
to and must conform to the submitted Site plan included in the permit
application. Said Site plan will be referred to as the original Site plan.
2. The original Site plan shall not be amended to add additional Areas for Cannabis
Materials/Products without the approval of a new application by the
Development Authority.
a. A copy of the current amended license for the Licensed Cannabis Retail
Sales Establishment as issued by Health Canada shall be provided to the
Development Authority before a Permit can be issued.
Include proposed Landscaping, loading, and Parking Areas.
Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments:
shall meet the retail store and business requirements outlined under the Gaming, Liquor and
Cannabis Act and as approved in a valid retail Cannabis license.
shall maintain the neighbourhood characteristics and appearance.
shall be designed and located to minimize any impacts on the natural environment.
shall minimize any exposure or disturbance to the surrounding area including, but not limited
to, dust, pollution, noise, odour, or any other related Land Use Nuisance effects.
shall have no Outdoor Storage of goods, material, or supplies.
shall contain Garbage containers and Waste materials within an enclosed Building.
shall secure solid Waste material in accordance with applicable provisions under the Gaming,
Liquor and Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Act (Canada), until disposed of or destroyed in
accordance with the regulations.
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Shall meet all requirements for said establishments (such as but not limited to security and
Premises) as may be required under the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Act.
Establishments shall operate in a manner that does not constitute a Nuisance as defined under
the Land Use Bylaw or any other bylaw and / or policy approved by the County.
Separation Requirements
For the purposes of this Section:
A Licensed Industrial Hemp Production Facility Site means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on
which the Licensed Industrial Hemp Production Facility is located or is proposed to be
located.
A School Site, for the purposes of this Section, means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which
either a day care or a Public Education Facility is situated, including those wherein
"Institutional" is listed as a Permitted Use.
A Health Care Facility Parcel means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which either a provincial
health care or a public health care facility is situated, including those Lots or Parcels
wherein "Public or Semi-Public Use" is listed as a Permitted Use.
School Reserve and Municipal School Reserve shall have the meaning given to the in
the Municipal Government Act, as amended.
A Residential Parcel, for the purposes of this Section, means any Parcel wherein a
"Dwelling" is listed as a Permitted Use excepting those wherein a "Dwelling Unit" is
listed and described as accessory to a/the Use or accessory to the principal Use.
A Place of Public Use means those parts of land, a Building, street, waterway or other
location that are accessible or open to Persons under the age of 18 years, whether on
a continuous, periodic or occasional basis, and includes any commercial, business,
cultural, historical, educational, religious, governmental, entertainment, recreational,
or other place that is accessible or open to the public on such a basis, including the
meaning of Public Place in the Cannabis Act.
A Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment Site shall meet the minimum Separation distance of 300 m (984 ft)
between a School Site, Health Care Facility, School Reserve, Municipal School Reserve, another Licensed Cannabis
Retail Sales Establishment Site, or any other Place of Public Use usually frequented by Persons under the age of
18 years.
The minimum Separation distance shall be established by measuring the shortest
distance between the boundary of the Lot or Parcel containing the School Site, Health
Care Facility, School Reserve, Municipal School Reserve, another Licensed Cannabis
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Retail Sales Establishment, or any other Place of Public Use and the boundary of the
proposed Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment Site.
A Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment Site shall meet the minimum Separation
distance of 100 m (328 ft) from tobacco and liquor retailers.
The minimum Separation distance shall be established by measuring the shortest
distance between the boundary of the Lot or Parcel containing the School Site, Health
Care Facility, School Reserve, Municipal School Reserve, another Licensed Cannabis
Retail Sales Establishment,
Smoking or Vaping of Cannabis is prohibited in or within 5 m (16 ft.) of Sites, Buildings, or
structures where the Main Use is a Public or Quasi Public Use and their Premises in accordance
with the provisions of the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act, including school reserves or
municipal and school reserves under the Municipal Government Act.
Development Standards
ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
As required by the Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
(a) a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
(b) the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the Municipal Development
Plan respecting the
Subdivision of fragmented
areas.
Maximum Lot
Coverage
35%
The retail and storage space shall
be a minimum of 56 m2 (600.0
sq. ft.) Storage shall not exceed
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ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
forty percent (40%) of the floor
space.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for an irregular shaped
Lot, which shall be ten percent
(10%) of the mean Lot Width.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Maximum Height
Principal Building: 5 m (16.5 ft.)
Accessory Building: Subject to
Sections 4.2 of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
Except for an agricultural structure
such as a silo, grain bin or elevator,
or where restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay. (Section
7.2.1, or where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.)
Accessory Buildings
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Accessory Building(s) and Use(s)
when located on the same Lot or
Parcel of Land as the Main
Building and the Use(s) is / are
customarily incident thereto, As
required in Section 4.2 of this
Bylaw; provided all other
applicable provincial and federal
requirements are met.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements for a
Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales
Establishment shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw, the General
Municipal Servicing Standards, and any
applicable requirements a under the
Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act and
the Cannabis Act, as amended.
Minimum Planting
Setback
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
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ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Signage
Outdoor signage or advertising shall meet requirements under Section 4.21
as well as provincial and federal regulations regarding the Use.
Minimum Setback
from a Water Body
or Water Course
As provided for in Table 6.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these
regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and
similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and
housings, water tanks, standpipes, and similar utility structures; and radio and
television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures.
Additional Regulations In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
Additional Regulations
A Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment shall be the primary use of the Lot(s) or
Parcel(s).
Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments must not operate in conjunction with another
Use on the same Lot(s) or Parcel(s).
Lot(s) or Parcel(s) where a Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment is proposed to be
located must front onto a Collector Roadway.
Cannabis Products must not be smoked, vaped, ingested, or otherwise consumed on the
Premises of a Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment.
Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments must not permit any Person who is a minor, as
defined under the Cannabis Act, or as amended, to enter or be in the Licensed Cannabis Retail
Sales Establishment or Premises.
Uses, processes, or equipment Owned or contracted, operating on the Premises shall be limited
to those that are not objectionable due to odour, dust, bright lights, smoke, noise, or vibration.
The Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment shall meet all requirements for said facilities
such as, but not limited to security and Premises, as required under the Cannabis Act and
Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Act.
Wastewater and storm drainage management for Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments
shall take place on a holding tank that meets Provincial Regulation.
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Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments shall operate not earlier than 10 a.m. or later
than 2 a.m.
Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishments and Premises must meet the conditions set out in
Schedule 2 of the Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Regulation, as amended, repealed, or replaced
from time to time.
A Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment's Exterior Lighting and Noise levels should meet
the following:
The illumination of Parking Areas, walkways, Signs, and other structures shall meet
the provisions of this Bylaw for the Designated District.
Noise from facilities shall not exceed that allowed under the Land Use Bylaw or any
other bylaw and/or policy approved by the County and applicable provincial or
federal regulations.
The advertising, display and promotion of Cannabis, Cannabis Products, and Cannabis
accessories shall meet federal and provincial regulations.
Nonconforming Status
Legal nonconforming status of Buildings and Uses shall not apply to Licensed Cannabis Retail
Sales Establishments.
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LICENSED INDUSTRIAL HEMP PRODUCTION
AND/OR PROCCESSING, STORAGE, OR
DISTRIBUTION FACILITY AND/OR PREMISES
The purpose of this Section is to provide for desirable compatibility between Licensed Industrial
Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises and
surrounding Land Uses. The mitigation of possible adverse impacts shall be addressed using this
section. Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facilities
and/or Premises shall comply with all County Land Use Bylaw and policy requirements and any
applicable federal and provincial regulations.
No Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall be permitted unless all applicable licensing and approvals have been provided for by
the provincial and federal governments, as applicable.
Only one (1) Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution
Facility and/or Premises shall be permitted shall be permitted on a single title.
A Site, Lot or Parcel, Building or structure established, operated, or maintained as a Licensed
Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises
shall comply with the provisions made for in this Section in addition to any other applicable federal,
provincial, and municipal regulations as per Section 1.3 of this Bylaw, as applicable. Non-compliance
to the previous may be abated as provided for in Section 1.13 of this Bylaw. This is not exclusive
and shall not prevent the County from exercising any other remedy available under the law, nor
shall the provisions of this Section prohibit or restrict other federal or provincial law or County
policy to be enacted upon.
When provided for within this Bylaw, in addition to the regulations in the Designated District that
provides for the Use, the provisions under this Section and Section 4.12 shall apply to all Licensed
Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facilities and/or Premises
within the County of Vermilion River.
All applications shall comply with the provisions established in Section 2.7 of this Bylaw.
Applicability
The provisions under this Section shall apply to:
The Use of land, Lot or Parcel, for the production of Industrial Hemp as defined and
regulated under the Cannabis Act and the Industrial Hemp Regulations, as amended
or as regulated under any subsequent legislation that may be enacted in substitution.
Buildings or structures and Accessory Uses to Permitted or Discretionary Uses in
connection with Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or Premises.
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Application Requirements
A copy of the submitted license application for the Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or
Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall be provided to the
Development Authority before a Temporary Development Permit in support of an application
can be issued.
The Development Authority may issue a Temporary Development Permit not to
exceed sixty (60) days for a Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises license application that complies
with the provisions of this Bylaw.
Should the application period for an Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or
Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises license application
exceed sixty (60) days, the Development Authority may, at its sole discretion, extend
the Temporary Development Permit, if it is requested by the applicant, to an
additional thirty (30) days to a maximum of 2 extensions.
A copy of the current license for a Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall be provided to the Development
Authority before a Development Permit for a Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or
Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises can be issued.
The Development Permit for a Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage,
or Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall be limited as follows:
The first Development Permit shall not exceed a 3-year term.
Any subsequent Development Permit shall not exceed a 5-year term.
Issuance of an Occupancy Permit is required for all structures associated with a Licensed
Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises.
The Development Authority may require an applicant for a Development Permit for a Licensed
Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises
to have any or all of the following information be prepared by a qualified professional and have
it included with the application:
Waste Management Plan
Environmental Assessment
Traffic Impact Assessment
Water/Wastewater Report
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Storm Water Management Plan
Any additional study or assessment necessary to address specific concerns at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
Site Plan Requirements
All applications shall include a Site plan. Said Site plan shall be a detailed and scaled
drawing, as per the General Municipal Servicing Standards, showing the locations and
dimensions of the areas to be used for the sale and storage of hemp material. Such
areas will be referred to as Areas for Hemp Materials.
1. The areas for the sale and storage of hemp material shall be limited to and must
conform to the submitted Site plan included in the permit application. Said Site
plan will be referred to as the original Site plan.
2. The original Site plan shall not be amended to add additional Areas for Hemp
Materials without the submittal and approval of a new Permit application by
the Development Authority.
b. A copy of the current amended license for the Licensed Industrial Hemp
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall be provided to the Development Authority before a
Permit for additional areas for Hemp Materials can be issued.
Include proposed Landscaping, loading, and Parking Areas.
Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises:
shall maintain the neighbourhood characteristics and appearance.
shall be designed and located to minimize any impacts on the natural environment.
shall have no Outdoor Storage of goods, material, or supplies.
shall secure solid Waste material in accordance with applicable provisions under the Cannabis
Act and the Industrial Hemp Regulations, until disposed of or destroyed in accordance with the
regulations.
shall meet all requirements for said facilities (such as but not limited to security and Premises)
as may be required under the Cannabis Act and the Industrial Hemp Regulations.
shall minimize any exposure or disturbance to the surrounding area including, but not limited
to, dust, pollution, noise, odour, or any other related Land Use Nuisance effects.
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Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises shall operate in a manner that does not constitute a Nuisance as defined under the
Land Use Bylaw or any other bylaw and / or policy approved by the County.
Separation Requirements
For the purposes of this Section:
A Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution
Facility and/or Premises Site means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which the Licensed
Industrial Hemp Production Facility is located or is proposed to be located.
A School Site, for the purposes of this Section, means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which
either a day care or a Public Education Facility is situated, including those wherein
"Institutional" is listed as a Permitted Use.
A Health Care Facility Parcel means the Lot(s) or Parcel(s) on which either a provincial
health care or a public health care facility is situated, including those Lots or Parcels
wherein "Public or Semi-Public Use" is listed as a Permitted Use.
School Reserve and Municipal School Reserve shall have the meaning given to the in
the Municipal Government Act, as amended.
A Residential Parcel, for the purposes of this Section, means any Parcel wherein a
"Dwelling" is listed as a Permitted Use excepting those wherein a "Dwelling Unit" is
listed and described as accessory to a/the Use or accessory to the principal Use.
A Place of Public Use means those parts of land, a Building, street, waterway or other
location that are accessible or open to Persons under the age of 18 years, whether on
a continuous, periodic or occasional basis, and includes any commercial, business,
cultural, historical, educational, religious, governmental, entertainment, recreational,
or other place that is accessible or open to the public on such a basis, including the
meaning of Public Place in the Cannabis Act.
A Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises Site shall meet the minimum Separation distance of 1,000 m (3,281 ft)
between a School Site, Health Care Facility, School Reserve, Municipal School Reserve, another
Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises Site, or any other Place of Public Use usually frequented by Persons under the age of
18 years.
The minimum Separation distance shall be established by measuring the shortest
distance between the boundary of the Lot or Parcel containing the School Site, Health
Care Facility, School Reserve, Municipal School Reserve, another Licensed Industrial
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Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises
Site, or any other Place of Public Use and the boundary of the proposed Licensed
Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises Site.
A Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises Site shall meet the minimum Separation distance of 150 m (492 ft.) between a
Dwelling or Residential Use Lot or Parcel.
The minimum Separation distance shall be established by measuring the shortest
distance between the boundary of the Dwelling or Residential Use Lot or Parcel and
the boundary of the proposed Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or
Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises Site.
Development Standards
ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
As required by the Development
Authority
Including where the Lot is
subject to:
man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the
Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Maximum Lot
Coverage
60%
Includes cultivation site and
any structures.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
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ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for an irregular
shaped Lot, which shall be
ten percent (10%) of the
mean Lot Width.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Maximum Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain
bin or elevator, or where
restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay.
(Section 7.2.1, or where a
Variance under Section 2.13
has been granted.)
Accessory Buildings
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
A Building or structure used for
security purposes for a Licensed
Industrial Hemp Production
and/or Processing, Storage, or
Distribution Facility and/or
Premises may be located in the
Front Yard and must comply with
the required minimum Setbacks.
Minimum Planting
Setback
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Setback
from a Water Body
or Water Course
As provided for in Table 6.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements for a
Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales
Establishment shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw, the General
Municipal Servicing Standards, and any
applicable requirements a under the
Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act and the
Cannabis Act, as amended.
Signage
Outdoor signage or advertising shall meet requirements under Section 4.21
as well as provincial and federal regulations regarding the Use.
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REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of
these regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers,
cupolas, and similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator
mechanisms and housings, water tanks, standpipes, and similar utility
structures; and radio and television towers and Antennas, and similar
telecommunication structures.
Additional Regulations In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
Additional Regulations
A Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises shall be the primary use of the Lot(s) or Parcel(s)
Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises must not operate in conjunction with another Use on the same Lot(s) or Parcel(s).
Cannabis Products must not be smoked, vaped, ingested, or otherwise consumed on the
Premises of a Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution
Facility and/or Premises.
Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or
Premises must not permit any Person who is a minor, as defined under the Cannabis Act, or as
amended, to enter or be in the Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises.
Uses, processes, or equipment Owned or contracted, operating on the Premises shall be limited
to those that are not objectionable due to odour, dust, bright lights, smoke, noise, or vibration.
Unless otherwise provided for under federal and provincial regulations, with the exception of
Cultivation, all activities related to the Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing,
Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises shall occur within a fully enclosed stand-alone
Building, including but not limited to loading, receiving, and shipping of Industrial Hemp and
any other goods, materials, and supplies.
secured Garbage containers and Waste materials shall be contain within an enclosed
Building.
The Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises shall meet all requirements for said facilities such as, but not limited to
security and Premises, as required under the Cannabis Act and Industrial Hemp Regulations.
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A Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility
and/or Premises' Exterior Lighting and Noise levels should meet the following:
The illumination of Parking Areas, walkways, Signs, and other structures associated
with Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution
Facilities and/or Premises shall be arranged to meet any requirements the Land Use
Bylaw or any other bylaw and / or policy approved by the County and any
requirements under the Industrial Hemp Regulations.
Noise from facilities shall not exceed that allowed under the Land Use Bylaw or any
other bylaw and / or policy approved by the County and any requirements under the
Industrial Hemp Regulations.
Buffers shall be required for all Licensed Industrial Hemp Production and/or Processing, Storage,
or Distribution Facilities and/or Premises. Buffers can combine Separation, vegetation, and
fencing to mitigate the impacts on Farming and adjacent activities, as per Section 4.9.
Nonconforming Status
Legal nonconforming status of Buildings and Uses shall not apply to Licensed Industrial Hemp
Production and/or Processing, Storage, or Distribution Facility and/or Premises.
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LIQUOR SALES, STORAGE, AND CONSUMPTION
ESTABLISHMENTS
Where provided for under this Bylaw, the following provisions apply to Development of a Site as
any type of Commercial Use that involves sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages, including,
but not limited to, Liquor Sales and Storage Establishment, Eating and Drinking Establishment,
Drinking Establishment, Drive-In Restaurants, Indoor Recreation Facility, Motel, Hotel, Private Club,
and Similar Uses as those defined in this Bylaw.
In addition to the provisions established in Section 2.7 all Development Permit applications for
Liquor Sales, Storage, and Consumption Establishments shall comply with the provisions under this
Section and all applicable requirements within the Designated District.
Only Liquor Sales, Storage, and Consumption Establishments and Premises licensed by the
Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC) under the Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis
Regulation, as amended, repealed, or replaced from time to time, will be considered.
Application Requirements
The applicant must demonstrate they have the required approval from the Alberta Gaming and
Liquor Commission (AGLC). A copy of the current license as issued by the AGLC shall be provided
to the Development Authority before occupation for the proposed Use can occur.
Site Plan Requirements
All applications shall include a Site plan. Said Site plan shall be a detailed and scaled
drawing, as per the General Municipal Servicing Standards, showing the locations and
dimensions of the areas to be used for the sale and storage of alcoholic beverages.
Such areas will be referred to as Areas for Alcoholic Beverages.
1. The areas for the sale and storage of sale and storage of alcoholic beverages
shall be limited to and must conform to the submitted Site plan included in the
permit application. Said Site plan will be referred to as the original Site plan.
2. The original Site plan shall not be amended to add additional Areas for Alcoholic
Beverages without the approval of a new application by the Development
Authority.
c.
A copy of the current amended as issued by the Alberta Gaming and
Liquor Commission (AGLC) shall be provided to the Development
Authority before a Permit can be issued.
Include proposed Landscaping, loading, and Parking Areas.
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Development Standards
ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Size
At the discretion of the Development
Authority.
Lot must front onto an Arterial or
Collector Roadway.
Minimum Area
The retail and storage space shall be
a minimum of 56 m2 (600.0 sq. ft.)
Storage shall not exceed 40 percent
(40%) of the floor space.
Maximum Lot
Coverage
35%
The retail and storage space shall
be a minimum of 56 m2 (600.0 sq.
ft.) Storage shall not exceed forty
percent (40%) of the floor space.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Except for an irregular shaped
Lot, which shall be ten percent
(10%) of the mean Lot Width.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Maximum Height
Principal Building: 5 m (16.5 ft.)
Accessory Building: Subject to
Sections 4.2 of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
Except for an agricultural structure
such as a silo, grain bin or elevator,
or where restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay. (Section
7.2.1, or where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.)
Accessory Buildings
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Accessory Building(s) and Use(s)
when located on the same Lot or
Parcel of Land as the Main Building
and the Use(s) is / are customarily
incident thereto, As required in
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw; provided
all other applicable provincial and
federal requirements are met.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements for
a Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales
Establishment shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of
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ELEMENT
REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw, the
General Municipal Servicing
Standards, and any applicable
requirements a under the Gaming,
Liquor and Cannabis Act and the
Cannabis Act, as amended.
Minimum Planting
Setback
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw.
Minimum Setback
from a Water Body
or Water Course
As provided for in Table 6.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of
these regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers,
cupolas, and similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator
mechanisms and housings, water tanks, standpipes, and similar utility
structures; and radio and television towers and Antennas, and similar
telecommunication structures.
Additional Regulations
All sales, businesses, servicing, storage, or processing shall be conducted within a completely
enclosed Building, except where the nature of the activity makes it impossible, as for example,
Off-Street loading, Vehicle parking for customers while on the Premises, and the sale of
automobile fuel at Service Stations.
Establishments may contain Accessory Buildings and Uses when located on the same Lot or
Parcel of Land as the Main Building and the Use is customarily incident thereto, provided the
Provincial and Municipal Regulations requirements are met.
Unless otherwise provided for in the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act and Alberta Gaming and
Liquor Regulation, establishments must not permit any Person who is a minor, as defined under
the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act, or as amended, to enter or be in the licensed facility or
Premises.
The sale of alcohol is provided for within the Designated District(s) in accordance with the hours
specified by the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation, County Bylaws, or applicable
provincial regulations as amended.
Uses, processes, or equipment Owned or contracted, operating on the Premises shall be limited
to those that are not objectionable due to odour, dust, bright lights, smoke, noise, or vibration.
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The applicant shall provide the Development Authority with an annual update or notice of
termination of approval from the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC).
Establishments shall operate in a manner that does not constitute a Nuisance as defined under
the Land Use Bylaw or any other bylaw and / or policy approved by the County.
Nonconforming Status
Legal nonconforming status of Buildings and Uses shall comply with regulations established in
Section 2.12 of this Bylaw.
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MOTELS
Where permitted under this Bylaw, a Person applying to develop a Site as a Motel shall comply with
the provisions of this Section.
Site Requirements for Motels
Minimum Site Area
m2(sq ft)
Required Yards
m (ft)
Minimum Floor Area/Unit
m2(sq ft)
One Storey
139 (1,500)
Front: 7.6 (25)
Side & Rear: 3 (10)
26.5 (285)
Two Storey
93 (1,000) per floor
Space Between Buildings
Not less than 3.7 m (12 ft.) of clear and unoccupied space shall be provided between Buildings
on the Site, except where Buildings are connected by a continuous Roof to form a shelter for
motor Vehicles.
Driveways
Each Rentable Unit shall face onto or Abut and shall have unobstructed access from a driveway
not less than 6 m (20 ft.) in width.
Access and Parking
Not more than one (1) motor Vehicle entrance and one motor Vehicle exit to a Road, each with
a minimum of width of 7.6 m (25 ft.) measured at its minimum dimension shall be permitted,
provided however, that one combined motor Vehicle entrance and exit may be permitted, not
less than 9 m (30 ft.) in width.
Maintenance of Site and Buildings and Business
The Owner, tenant, operator or Person in charge of a Motel shall at all times:
maintain the Site and the Buildings, structure and improvements thereon in a clean,
neat, tidy and attractive condition and free from all rubbish and debris;
maintain Garbage facilities to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
maintain an appropriate Fence where required, no less than 1 m (3.3 ft.) in height
around the boundaries of the Lot; and
shall landscape and keep the Site landscaped, to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority.
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NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION AND GROUND
DISTURBANCE OPERATIONS
A Development Permit will be required for any activity disturbing the ground, including, but not
limited to:
excavating
digging
trenching
plowing
Drilling
tunneling
quarrying
grading
leveling
removing peat
clearing
pounding posts
augering
backfilling
blasting
stripping topsoil
any other similar activity involving mineral extraction, grading, or Excavation operations.
any activity requiring an approval and / or license under the Water Act, such as Development in
or near a water body or diverting and using water from a water body.
A Development Permit shall not be issued for a Natural Resource Extraction and Ground
Disturbance Operation until any necessary reclamation plan and permit / license is approved by the
Provincial Government.
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Where not required to do so by Provincial agencies, the proponent of a natural resource extraction
shall be required to submit a reclamation plan to the Development Authority for their approval prior
to the issuance of a Development Permit.
Where not required to do so by the Province, the proponent of a natural resource extraction shall,
at the discretion of the Development Authority, be required to post with the County security in the
form of either cash or an irrevocable letter of credit to ensure that reclamation will be completed.
Any disturbed area shall be reclaimed to:
at least its former capability for agriculture; or
any other Use, which the Development Authority considers will be beneficial to the County.
The following conditions of approval may be included when processing a Development Permit
application under this Section:
limitation of hours of operation;
requirement to enter into a Road Use Agreement with the County for the provision of dust
control and Maintenance/upgrading of Roads used in direct relation to the operation;
posting of adequate signage, including company name and emergency telephone numbers, to
warn of possible Site or operational hazards and dangers;
methods of minimizing noise in relation to the activities of the operation; and
payment of an aggregate levy to the County as outlined by the County's Community Aggregate
Payment Levy Bylaw.
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PET KEEPING AND ANIMAL BREEDING AND/OR
BOARDING FACILITIES
The keeping of more than four (4) dogs on any Lot, whether the dogs are being bred or boarded,
shall be allowed at the discretion of the Development Authority only in those Districts where Animal
Breeding and/or Boarding Facilities are listed as Discretionary Use in this Bylaw.
The maximum number of dogs to be kept on Site in each of the above Districts shall be at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
In determining the number of dogs, pups less than six (6) months of age shall not be included.
An exercise area shall be provided for each dog as follows:
breeds weighing 16 kg (35 lbs.) or less - at least 2.3 m2 (25.0 sq. ft.) per dog; and
breeds weighing more than 16 kg (35 lbs.) - at least 4.6 m2 (50.0 sq. ft.) per dog.
No Building or exterior exercise area to be used to accommodate dogs shall be allowed within 25.0
m (82 ft.) of any Lot Line of the Lot for which an application is made.
All exterior exercise areas (runs) shall be enclosed with an acceptable Fence with a minimum height
of 1.83 m (6 ft.).
All dogs in Animal Breeding and/or Boarding Facilities shall be kept within Buildings or a Fenced area
at all times when not leashed.
All dog facilities shall be cleaned on a daily basis, and all feces shall be stored in an enclosed
container and disposed of in a sanitary manner.
Pens, rooms, exercise runs and holding Stalls shall be soundproofed where possible to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority.
A separate air extractor system shall be provided in the animal shelter or holding area where heating
and air conditioning is necessary.
All facilities and operations shall be in compliance with applicable Provincial regulations.
All Development Permits issued for Animal Breeding and/or Boarding Facilities shall be subject to
cancellation if any of the above requirements, or any other condition of the Development Permit,
is not adhered to.
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5.19 Recreational Vehicles
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
The placement of up to three (3) Recreational Vehicles on a Lot or Parcel within a Residential District
shall be allowed without a Development Permit for a period of no longer than six months.
The year-round placement of three (3) Recreational Vehicles on a Parcel in the Agricultural (A) and
CR-A Districts shall be allowed without a Development Permit.
Notwithstanding Sections 5.19(1) and 5.19(2) above, a Development Permit may be approved, at
the discretion of the Development Authority, for up to one (1) additional Recreational Vehicle in a
Residential District on a year-round basis.
Additional Recreational Vehicles shall be permitted within Residential Districts for a maximum of
four (4) consecutive days within any given sixty (60) day period.
No Recreational Vehicle shall be permanently connected to any utility or municipal service, such as
power, gas, water supply, or sanitary sewage disposal facilities unless the Recreational Vehicle is
approved for Use as a Secondary or Accessory Dwelling or is located in an approved Manufactured
Home Community or Recreational Vehicle Campground or Work Camp, as provided for in this Bylaw.
No Recreational Vehicle, with the exception of a Manufactured Home Community, may have
associated with it any more than two (2) accessory structures, Buildings or other paraphernalia, in
addition to Fences, benches, fire pits and picnic tables. A small Shed with a maximum size of 18.58
m2 (200 sq. ft.) and a screened or Roofed Patio around or beside the Recreational Vehicle is
permitted.
No structure accessory to a Recreational Vehicle shall be used as sleeping quarters.
Except for a Recreational Vehicle on a Lot or Parcel, the total gross Floor Area or ground area
covered by all accessory structures, Buildings or other paraphernalia, other than those indicated in
Section 5.19(1), shall not exceed 50% of the Lot size.
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5.20 Recreational Vehicle Campgrounds
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUNDS
Seasonal and year-round Campgrounds, shall comply with the following regulations:
Each Recreational Vehicle Parking Space shall have a minimum width of 10.0 m (32.8 ft.) and a
minimum area of 250.0 m2 (2,691 ft.2).
Services and improvements shall meet Section 5.5 of this Bylaw.
Issuance of an Occupancy Permit is required for all structures associated with Recreational
Vehicle Campgrounds.
Development Standards
As a condition of approval, the Development Authority shall require the Developer to obtain
any necessary permits and approvals from all regulatory authorities and agencies having
jurisdiction, including any necessary approvals pursuant to the Alberta Safety Codes Act that
may be applicable.
As a condition of approval, the Development Authority may require that the Developer to enter
into a Development agreement, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, with the
Municipality as a condition of Development approval. The Development agreement will include
provisions requiring the Developer to construct, upgrade, or pay to construct or upgrade the
necessary municipal Roads to access the Development when determined necessary by the
Development Authority.
All Internal Roads shall be the responsibility of the Developer for both Construction and future
Maintenance, consistent with the General Municipal Servicing Standards. In addition, Internal
Roads shall have a minimum of a 6.0 m (20.0 ft.) usable top, except for one-way Roads, which
shall have a minimum of a 3.65 m (12.0 ft.) usable top.
As a condition of approval, the Development Authority shall require the Developer to obtain
any necessary permits and approvals from all regulatory authorities and agencies having
jurisdiction over this type of Development.
Subdivision Standards
The Developer shall provide on-site potable water supply, which meets all applicable Provincial
requirements.
Provincial approval for on-site water systems is required as a condition of Subdivision
approval.
The Developer shall provide sewage disposal facilities consistent all applicable Provincial
regulations.
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Provincial approval for sewage disposal facilities is required as a condition of
Subdivision approval.
All spaces for Recreational Vehicles designated for year-round Use must have on-site
connections to municipal or on-site sewer and water systems.
The Developer shall designate an area equivalent to ten percent (10%) of the total Recreational
Vehicle Campground area as a playground or recreational area. This area is to be clearly marked
and free from all traffic hazards. (See Figure 10)
All spaces for Recreational Vehicles or tents shall maintain a minimum Setback of 30.0 m (98.4
ft.) from the shoreline of any body of water.
The maximum number of Recreational Vehicles allowed per space shall be one (1).
A Site plan detailing the protection of existing treed areas and Site topography is required prior
to issuance of a Development Permit. (See Figure 10)
Spaces for day Use, picnicking and similar activities shall be suitably organized, clearly marked
and constructed to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. (See Figure 10)
All other Site requirements shall be as required by the Development Authority.
Minimum Yard Setbacks:
Front, side, corner and Rear Yard Setbacks on the Site shall be 7.6 m (25.0 ft.) or 10% of the Lot
Width, whichever is lesser.
Developers will be encouraged to provide on their Site plan an overflow area, which may be used
temporarily, to accommodate overflow traffic for a maximum of four (4) consecutive nights for
recreational events, which may result in a need for temporary additional tenting or Recreational
Vehicle spaces. (See Figure 10)
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Figure 10. Recreational Vehicle Campround Example.
1.
Office,
Service,
Laundry,
and
Recreation
grouped
for
efficient
management.
2.
Paved Entrance Street 11 m (36 ft).
3.
Grouped Parking Bays are convenient,
orderly, and economical.
4.
Paved Internal Street 6 m (20 ft) with
all parking in bays.
5.
Paved One-Way Internal Street with
walk: 3 m (9 ft), without sidewalk: 3.5
m (11 ft).
6.
Mobile
Home/RV
Placement
for
reduced street exposure and more
privacy.
7.
All Mobile Homes/RVs drive-in bays
located for easy placement from
street.
8.
Sidewalks only on one side of internal
streets.
9.
Street facing and private Patios for a
variety of preferences.
10.
Tenant Storage Lockers grouped for
Construction economy, easy access,
and good appearance.
11.
Ornamental Screen Fence and Planting
for Separation from other land uses
provides privacy and livability.
12.
Access control to overflow area
(shaded).
1
2
11
10
5
9
3
8
7
4
6
12
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLE WORK CAMPS
In addition to the provisions in Section 5.20, the following shall also apply to Recreational Vehicles
in Work Camps.
Services and improvements shall meet Section 5.5 of this Bylaw.
Issuance of an Occupancy Permit is required for all structures associated with Recreational
Vehicle Work Camps.
All Recreational Vehicle Work Camps require a Development Permit and the Development Authority
shall give due regard to the need, location, duration, and type of camp, prior to rendering a decision.
All Recreational Vehicle Work Camps shall be considered Temporary Developments.
A Development Permit for a Recreational Vehicle Work Camp may be issued for up to three (3)
years, subject to meeting all conditions to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
If all conditions have not been met to the satisfaction of the Development Authority then the
permit will no longer be considered valid.
A Recreational Vehicle Work Camp permit must be renewed after the three (3) year period. An
application may be made for continuance of the use for one (1) additional year, after which a
new Development Permit approval is required.
The Development Authority may establish whatever conditions for the approval of a Recreational
Vehicle Work Camps that it, at its sole discretion, deems reasonable to ensure that the Development
will be temporary.
In addition to the requirements of Section 2.7 of this Bylaw, an application for a Development
Permit for a Recreational Vehicle Work Camp must provide the following information:
the location, type and purpose of the camp;
Adjacent Land Uses;
the method for connecting the proposed Development to municipal or on-site provision of
water, sewage, Waste disposal and storm water systems in accordance with all applicable
Provincial regulations.;
the number of Persons proposed to live in the camp;
the start date of the Development, the date of Occupancy by residents, and removal date for
the camp; and
reclamation measures to be completed once the camp is no longer needed, to the satisfaction
of the Development Authority.
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Because of the number of temporary workers and related traffic impacts, the applicant will also
be required to provide a report, which describes in detail the outcomes of the following:
discussions with and impact on the local RCMP;
discussions with and impact on the local Emergency Medical Services;
discussions with and impact on the local Fire Department; and
discussions with and impact on the local Road system, including a Traffic Impact
Assessment.
All Internal Roads shall be the responsibility of the Developer for both Construction and future
Maintenance to County Standards.
Internal Roads shall have a minimum of a 6.0 m (20 ft.) usable top, except for one-way Roads,
which shall have a minimum of a 3.65 m (12.0 ft.) usable top.
All other Site requirements shall be as required by the Development Authority.
All Recreational Vehicle Work Camps must:
ensure that all required access, including Internal Roadways and intersection improvements, are
provided to the satisfaction of the Development Authority at the sole cost of the Developer;
be designed so that all points of access and egress are located to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority and, when required, Alberta Transportation;
be able to accommodate a minimum of twenty (20) Persons and a maximum of five hundred
(500) Persons;
be secured by the installation of appropriate security and Buffering measures such as Berms,
Fence, and Landscaping. The form of the Buffering will be determined by, and to the satisfaction
of, the Development Authority, taking into consideration impacts to Adjacent Land Uses;
if required by the Development Authority, provide on-site security staff to the satisfaction of the
Development Authority;
provide and develop all parking on the Lot or Parcel in accordance with Section 4.15 of this
Bylaw, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
post security with the Municipality sufficient to ensure removal of the Development and/or
reclamation of the Site, if needed, after the Recreational Vehicle Work Camp has been removed
from the Site; and
be separated from Adjacent Land Uses, pursuant to the provisions under Section 4.9.
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Maximum Site coverage shall be in accordance to the regulations of the Designated District such
that space is available for all the parking on the Site, together with the applicable Setbacks and
required Landscaping as determined by the Development Authority.
Screening and fencing of storage areas shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
The Development must comply with current Building and Fire Code requirements as amended from
time to time.
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5.22 Rehabilitation and Adaptive Reuse Standards
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REHABILITATION AND ADAPTIVE REUSE
STANDARDS
The purpose if this Section is to provide for rehabilitation as an alternative solution to demolishing
and rebuilding for extending age, repair and strengthening of a Building, bringing existing Buildings
into confirming to the requirements under this Bylaw or incorporate energy conservation and
sustainable green standards.
The standards in this Section shall apply to the Rehabilitation or Adaptive Reuse of Buildings located
within all Districts.
Issuance of an Occupancy Permit is required for all structures associated with Rehabilitation and
Adaptive Reuse Development.
All Rehabilitation or Adaptive Reuse activities, including repairs, alterations, or additions to existing
frame or metal Buildings used or to be used for Non-Residential Use(s) or Buildings used or to be
used for Residential Use(s) require that a Development Permit be issued, in accordance to the
requirements of this Bylaw.
The repairs, Renovations, alterations, reconstruction, and changes of Use or additions, of any
Building or structure currently existing shall conform to the requirements of this Bylaw, and may
require a request for a Variance subject to the provisions of Section 2.13 of this Bylaw.
The following work shall be considered Renovation, alteration, or reconstruction, as appropriate,
and not repair work:
The cutting away of any wall, partition, or portion thereof;
The permanent, partial or complete removal of any primary structural component;
The removal or rearrangement of any part of a required means of egress;
Addition to, alteration or relocation of:
Any fire protection system piping;
Water supply, sewer, drainage, gas, oil, Waste, vent, or similar piping;
Electrical wiring, other than wiring for a low voltage communication system in a one
or two family Dwelling;
Mechanical system components such as ductwork; or
Elevator devices.
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All Rehabilitation or Adaptive Reuse work shall be done in a workmanlike manner, meaning to the
acceptable industry standard of quality of work and materials by professionals registered to practice
the profession in Alberta.
The Rehabilitation or Adaptive Reuse work shall not cause any diminution of existing structural
strength, system capacity, or mechanical ventilation below that which exists at the time of
application for a Development Permit or that which is required by the applicable Codes of the Safety
Codes Act, whichever is lower.
Newly introduced fixed loads shall not exceed the uniformly distributed live loads or concentrated
live load criteria of the Alberta Building Code applicable to the Development and shall not create
deflection that exceeds the standards set forth below. As used in this Section, fixed loads shall mean
uniform or concentrated loads and shall include equipment, files, library stacks, or similar loading
conditions.
For wood frame Construction, deflection shall not exceed L/180 for Roofs with a slope of 3 in 12
or less or L/120 for Roofs with a slope of greater than 3 in 12 and for floors
For steel frame Construction, deflection shall not exceed L/240 for Roofs with a slope of 3 in 12
or less or L/180 for Roofs with a slope of greater than 3 in 12 and for floors.
For concrete Construction, deflection shall not exceed L/180 for Roofs or L/240 for floors.
Where the Rehabilitation or Adaptive Reuse of an existing Building creates or includes any new
Building element of a type listed below, then the new element shall comply with the requirements
for such an element established by the Alberta Building Code and the Safety Codes Act, as
applicable.
The installation of a floor system which did not previously exist.
When the number of stories in a Building is increased without increasing the height of the
Building.
Newly created tenant Separation assemblies.
Newly created floor, door, and window openings. Additionally, newly created door openings in
walls which are fire-resistance rated.
Protection of newly created openings in fire resistance rated assemblies.
Newly created exits, exit stairways,
Newly installed fire escapes.
Newly installed elevator devices (not replacing an existing device) and other newly installed (not
replacement) equipment.
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Newly installed electrical service equipment, switchboards, panel boards, motor control centres
and other electrical equipment containing over current, switching or control devices likely to
require examination, adjustment, servicing or Maintenance while energized.
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RELOCATION OF BUILDINGS
No Person shall move or cause to be moved, or place on a Lot or Parcel of Land a Building, including
a Dwelling, formerly erected or placed on a different Lot or Parcel until a Development Permit has
been issued.
Any application for a "moved-in Building" considered by the Development Authority shall:
be accompanied by recent colour photographs of the structure; and
indicate if the Building will meet current requirements of the Alberta Building Code (ABC), and if
it does not, how the Building will be brought up to these requirements; and
meet all other requirements or conditions as required by the Development Authority.
The Development Authority may, at its sole discretion, require, prior to the approval of a
Development Permit for Building relocation that an inspection of the proposed Building be
completed by the Development Authority or a designated officer to determine its suitability for
relocation in the County.
When reviewing an application to move an existing Dwelling onto a Lot or Parcel, the Development
Authority shall, among other matters, consider the following:
age of the Building;
structural condition of the Building;
siting on the Lot;
Road access; and
availability of services including power, water supply and sewage disposal facilities.
Issuance of an Occupancy Permit is required for all structures associated with Relocation of
Buildings Development.
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SEA CANS AND SHIPPING CONTAINERS
Except where directed otherwise in this Bylaw, Sea Cans and Shipping Containers within all Districts
shall require a Development Permit to be issued.
Within Residential Districts a maximum of one (1) Sea Can or Shipping Container may be permitted
on Lots or Parcels 1.2 ha (3.0 ac) or greater in area, at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Notwithstanding Section 5.24(1) above, at the discretion of the Development Authority, one (1) Sea
Can or Shipping Container may be permitted on Lots or Parcels less than 1.2 ha (3.0 ac) in area
within a Residential District, on a temporary basis for the purpose of storing Construction materials
during the Construction of the Main Building on a Lot or Parcel.
The maximum number of Sea Cans or Shipping Containers that may be placed on a Lot or Parcel
within a Non-Residential District shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Notwithstanding any other provision in this Bylaw, on Lots or Parcels larger than 2.0 ha (5.0 ac) in
area within the Agricultural (A) District a maximum of two (2) Sea Cans or Shipping Containers may
be placed on a Lot or Parcel without requiring a Development Permit to be issued.
Additional Sea Cans or Shipping Containers in excess of two (2) shall require a Development
Permit to be issued.
If a Temporary Development Permit for a Sea Cans or Shipping Container has been approved by the
Development Authority, then the Sea Cans or Shipping Container may be placed on a Site for a
period of six (6) months. After that period has expired the Developer will be required to apply to
the County for an extension for the permit. Extensions may be issued at intervals of up to six (6)
months each, at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Except for the purpose of Building Material in accordance with Section 5.22 of this Bylaw, Sea Cans
or Shipping Containers may not be stacked. The maximum height for a Sea Can or Shipping
Container allowed on a Parcel is 3.0 m (10.0 ft.).
Sea Cans or Shipping Containers located in a Residential District may be a maximum of 6.0 m (20.0
ft.) in length.
Within all Districts, except the Agricultural (A) District, the exterior finish of a Sea Can or Shipping
Container must be consistent with the finish of the primary Building.
Sea Cans or Shipping Containers cannot be used as a Main, Secondary, or Accessory Dwelling, unless
a Development Permit and associated Use and Occupancy Permit have been issued under the
provisions of this Bylaw, and all required approvals under provincial regulations have been
obtained.
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5.25 Service Stations
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SERVICE STATIONS
Development of a Site as a Service Station or Gas Station where allowed under this Bylaw shall
comply with the provisions of this Section.
Service Stations shall be located in such a manner that:
No entrance or exit thereto for motor Vehicles shall be within 61 m (200 ft.) of an entrance to or
exit from a Public or Quasi-Public Use.
No part of any Building or any pump or other Accessory Building, structure, or Use shall be
within 6.0 m (20 ft.) of a side or rear Property Line.
There shall be a Front Yard of not less than 12.0 m (40 ft.), and no gasoline pump shall be
located closer than 6.0 m (20.0 ft.) to the front Property Line.
Storage tanks shall be set back from adjacent Buildings in accordance with applicable Provincial
requirements
Lot Area and Coverage
The minimum Site area shall be 743.0 m2 (8000 sq. ft.) and the maximum Building coverage
shall be 40% of the Site area. For Service Stations including car washes the minimum Site area
shall be 1115 m2 (12,000 sq. ft.).
In the case of a Service Station designed and built as part of a shopping centre, the ratio of
Building space to Parking Space shall be as determined by the Development Authority.
Surfacing
All parts of the Site to which Vehicles may have access shall be hard surfaced and drained in
accordance with County Standards to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Lighting
Any lighting proposed to illuminate Off-Street Parking Areas shall be located and arranged so
that all direct rays of light are directed upon the Site only and not on any adjoining properties,
pursuant to Section 4.5 of this Bylaw.
Use and Maintenance of Service Station Site and Buildings
The Owner, tenant, operator, or Person in charge of a Service Station shall at all times:
Be prohibited from the carrying on of the business of a public Garage or parking
Garage (provided, however, that this shall not prevent the Use of Garage space
available on any authorized Service Station for storage) or of any business or activity
which is Obnoxious or Offensive, or which may constitute a Nuisance or annoyance
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to Persons Occupying lands in the immediate vicinity of the Site of a Service Station
by reason of dust, noise, gases, odour, smoke, or vibration.
Be responsible for the proper, safe and orderly operation thereof and of motor
Vehicles using said Service Station or when repaired or serviced thereat, and without
restricting the generality of the foregoing, shall see:
1. that operators of motor Vehicles do not obstruct the sidewalks and Boulevards
Abutting or adjacent to the Service Stations; and
2. that operators of motor Vehicles enter and leave the Service Station only at the
entrances and exits provided for such purposes and not elsewhere.
Maintain on the boundaries of the Site, where required by the Development
Authority, an appropriate Fence not less than 1.5 m (5.0 ft.) in height.
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SHOOTING RANGES
Shooting Ranges, Outdoor
Permit required
Shooting Ranges shall require a Development Permit to be issued. Indoor Shooting
Ranges shall also require an Occupancy Permit.
Provincial approval required
Provide evidence of approval to operate issued by the provincial minister in
accordance to Section 29 of the Firearms Act (S.C. 1995, c. 39), as amended.
Site Plan required
Submit Site plan in accordance with the Shooting Clubs and Shooting Ranges
Regulations that shows the geographical location and layout of the Shooting Range
and the portion of the surrounding area that could be affected by shooting on the
Shooting Range, as well as the Land Use of that portion. Including location of signage,
lighting, topographical features (e.g., water bodies, topography, trees, baffles, or
Berms) and areas of significant environmental conditions, such as strong winds, which
can affect normal operating conditions.
Lighting
Adequate lighting shall be placed in areas used for vehicular/pedestrian access
including but not limited to: stairs, sidewalks, crosswalks, intersections, or changes in
grade, pursuant to Section 4.5 of this Bylaw. Lighting mitigation required.
Dust Reduction
Unpaved Roads, travel ways and/or Parking Areas shall be treated to prevent dust
from Adverse Effects to adjacent properties.
Separation Requirements
An outdoor Shooting Range shall not be constructed or newly located within:
1. one-half (½) mile (800 m) of an existing school, library, Day Care Facility,
healthcare facility, and/or religious institution; and
2. three hundred (300 m) meters (1,000 ft.) of an existing Dwelling Unit for
Residential Use and is not located on the same Property as the Use.
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Security
Perimeter identification shall be equivalent in visual impact to a Fence line or survey
line.
1. in wide open terrain (e.g., prairie areas), no additional perimeter identification
beyond signage is required. Fencing of the perimeter is not required.
2. in the case of boundaries defined by water courses, regularly spaced warning
Signs placed above the high-water mark will suffice.
if under normal operating conditions fired projectiles or subsequent ricochets are
able to leave the active range area, a downrange safety area (forward of the firing
point) is required that meets the RCMP Range Design and Construction Guidelines
Safety Area Design Criteria. Safety areas cannot overlap onto areas of human
habitation or regular human activity, including but not limited to Dwellings, Buildings,
businesses, or human activity Sites (e.g., public campground, recreational areas, or
similar Sites).
Environment.
Provide a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report that includes any potential
off-Site and/or downstream impacts and all mitigation measures identified during the
Environmental or similar assessment to satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Reclamation.
Provide a reclamation plan for the range Site addressing environmental safety and
fire & emergency management, and outlining mitigation measures in accordance
with Alberta Health, Safety Codes Council, Minister of Public Works and Government
Services, and any additional provincial and federal regulations, as applicable.
Signage.
Signs shall serve to warn people approaching the Site about the presence of a
Shooting Range and the associated dangers of approaching it in accordance with the
RCMP Range Design and Construction Guidelines for Range and Safety Area Signs.
Signage location shall be identified in the Site plan.
In all instances, the Signs shall be of durable Construction, such that they can resist
weathering.
Signs shall meet County Sign Regulations (Section 4.21 of this Bylaw, as amended).
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Perimeter Setback.
Seventy-five (75 m) meters, (200 ft.).
Storage of debris, equipment, and other materials shall not be permitted in the
perimeter Setback.
Perimeter Buffer.
Fifteen (15 m) meters, (50 ft.).
Structure.
Outdoor Shooting Ranges must be designed to contain all projectiles fired on Site in
accordance with the RCMP Range Design and Construction Guidelines.
Hours of Operation.
The hours of operations for a Shooting Range or Shooting Club shall be clearly defined
in the Range Operating Instructions as submitted for licensing. .
Shooting Ranges, Indoor
In addition to meeting the requirements under Sections 5.26(1)(a), 5.26(1)(b), and 5.26(1)(f)
above, Indoor Shooting Ranges must:
meet all applicable regulations within the Designated District that provides for the
Use.
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5.27 Telecommunication Facilities
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TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES
Development of Telecommunication Facilities, where provided for under this Bylaw, shall require
an application for a Development Permit and may be approved provided that the associated
structure and apparatus:
Have Industry Canada approval;
Be camouflaged and, as far as possible, have the appearance and aesthetic of other Buildings
permitted in the District;
Meet the Setback requirements of the District or meet Setback requirements that are
satisfactory to the Development Authority;
Be limited to a maximum height of 46 m (150 ft.) at its highest point. The height of a ground-
mounted Antenna and support structure shall be determined by measurement from the point
at which the support structure enters the typical ground surface to the top of the Antenna at its
highest position;
Be a free-standing, ground-mounted Unit;
Notwithstanding Section 5.27(1)(e) above, a Roof-mounted Unit shall be allowed where the
applicant can demonstrate that a ground-mounted Unit would prohibit adequate transmission
or reception of radio signals. The Antenna and support structure of a Roof-mounted Unit shall
be installed on the Roof of a Building to a maximum combined height of 18.0 m (59.0 ft.) from
the typical ground surface to its highest point;
Be located in a Rear or Side Yard only;
Not be illuminated, nor shall it have attached to it any advertising, graphics, flags, or other
elements unrelated to its function as a component of a radio signal transmitting and receiving
device; and
Be landscaped to screen the base of the Antenna and reduce the negative visual impact on
adjacent properties. The Development Authority may require Screening and Landscaping
around the lower portion of the support structure where, in the opinion of the Development
Authority, such measures would reduce potential negative visual impact of the structure on
adjacent properties.
All Telecommunication Facilities shall have Landscaping that reflects the typical Landscaping in the
District.
The Development of all Telecommunication Facilities shall follow the regulations of Industry
Canada, including public consultation as required.
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TOWER/ANTENNA FACILITIES
The provisions under this section shall apply to Tower and/or Antenna Facilities, including WECS
monitoring stations, within the County of Vermilion River, in addition to applicable regulations
under Sections 5.27 and 5.30, and applicable federal and provincial regulations.
In addition to a Development Permit, federal and / or provincial approval is required, as applicable.
Multiple tower structures will require individual Development Permit applications, unless
located in the same Lot or Parcel.
Guyed tower/Antenna structures are to be located on properties that allow for a distance from the
base to boundary Setbacks that is no less than equal to the final structure height. In all cases that
base, and anchor structures must be designed for the soil conditions present. A professional
engineered design with supporting soil profiles must accompany the application for Development.
Precise location (Latitude and Longitude) of the base and anchors must be revealed.
Self-support towers/Antennae are to be located respecting the Building and safety codes for the
community. In all cases, the base structures must be designed for the soil conditions present. A
professional engineered design with supporting soil profiles must accompany the application for
Development.
Tower and Antenna Facilities are encouraged to have daytime visual markers to prevent
interference with bird migration.
Appropriate fencing around the base, anchors and Site limiting public access to the tower and
exposure to high Radio frequency (RF) energy fields must be provided with consideration of
community aesthetics, in accordance with Section 4.5 of this Bylaw.
As a condition of obtaining a Development Permit the applicant agrees to the following:
The Site will be reclaimed within six (6) months of cessation of operation.
The Site reclamation will comply with Alberta Environmental Laws to be provided by Alberta
Environment or their agent.
The County shall request public consultation for all proposed wireless communications facilities
greater than 10 m in height for landowners within a radius of six (6) times the tower height. The
Carrier will be required to pay the costs associated with the public consultation.
A letter of support will be sent by the County to Industry Canada if:
any technical assessment that was requested by the County has been completed to the
satisfaction of Council; and
a public consultation was either not necessary or, if public consultation was deemed necessary,
it was completed, and the results of the consultation provided to Council for final decision. The
results of this decision will be forwarded by the Development Authority to Industry Canada.
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A letter of credit may be required to address the decommissioning and reclamation of Sites should
a location be taken out of service. The amount of security and term will be reviewed on a case-by-
case basis to determine reclamation costs.
Requirements for certain structures located within residential areas, such as personal Antenna
systems (e.g. used for over the air and satellite television reception or Amateur Radio operation),
shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority.
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VEHICLE WASHING ESTABLISHMENTS
In addition to the applicable requirements under Section 2.7 of this Bylaw, a Person applying to
develop a Site as a Vehicle Washing Establishment within a District where such Use is allowed under
this Bylaw, shall comply with the provisions of this Section.
Only those Vehicle Washing Establishments utilizing recycling methods that meet provincial
regulations will be considered.
Groundwater Protection
Prior to the approval of any Development Permit under this Bylaw for a Vehicle Washing
Establishment, geotechnical and groundwater assessments shall be provided to the satisfaction
of the County, prepared by an independent engineer registered to practice in the province of
Alberta, to determine any potential impact on groundwater and shall include recommendations
on protective measures to be undertaken to substantially eliminate the potential for negative
effect on groundwater.
The implementation of the recommended measures shall form a part of the
Development Permit conditions of approval under this Bylaw. Any area identified as
Vehicle Washing Establishment, including the storage of any petrochemicals or
materials that may impact on groundwater, shall be stored in an approved container
and shall be located in an area immediately above a lower parkade (or other
accessible subgrade area) to the satisfaction of the County.
Location
In addition to those Districts where Vehicle washing establishments are listed as a Permitted or
Discretionary Use, a Vehicle washing establishment may be allowed as a Discretionary Use as
part of a shopping centre Development, if the Development Authority is satisfied that it will not
adversely affect an adjoining Land Use or the function of the shopping centre in relation to
traffic circulation.
Site Area
The minimum Site area shall be 557.4 m2 (6,000 sq. ft.) and shall contain storage space for ten
(10) Vehicles prior to their entry into any part of the cleaning process for which they are bound.
In the case of Service Stations including car washes, a minimum Site area shall be 111.5 m2
(1,200 sq. ft.).
Site and Building Requirements
All Site and Building requirements shall be according to the underlying Land Use District and to
the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
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WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
Wireless communication facilities should be encouraged to locate in agricultural, industrial and
other non-residential districts.
Where possible, visually unobtrusive Antennas are encouraged to co-locate with existing
infrastructure such as but not limited to Signs located on private Property and water towers.
All Carriers interested in locating a Wireless Communications Facility within the County should first
contact all other Carriers providing similar services and pursue Co-Location before meeting with the
Development Authority. These responses should be provided to the Development Authority in
writing prior to meeting with him or her.
New wireless communications facilities should be built to a standard to accommodate multiple
devices. If such Co-Location of facilities is not feasible, the Clustering of such facilities shall be
encouraged.
Developers of a Wireless Communications Facility that plan for the facility and can accommodate
other wireless operators on the Site will be given priority status.
The application for Development of a Wireless Communications Facility is encouraged to engage
existing Owner/operators of these structures for Co-Location opportunities. Existing operators are
encouraged to participate in the process by charging reasonable rates for this privilege.
Applications for Development of structures outside of the Alberta Building Code such as Lattice
Towers shall include a document from authoritative sources demonstrating structural adequacy of
the specified structure for the location and loading defined in the application. Such authorities
include: the Canadian Standards Association and qualified structural engineers. Stamps and Seals
of approval shall accompany the documentation.
Guyed-tower structures are to be located on properties that allow for a distance from the base to
boundary Setbacks that is no less than equal to the final structure height. In all cases that base, and
anchor structures must be designed for the soil conditions present. A professional engineered
design with supporting soil profiles must accompany the application for Development. Precise
location (Latitude and Longitude) of the base and anchors must be revealed.
Self-support towers are to be located respecting the Building and safety codes for the community.
In all cases the base structures must be designed for the soil conditions present. A professional
engineered design with supporting soil profiles must accompany the application for Development.
Guyed facilities are encouraged to have daytime visual markers to prevent interference with bird
migration.
In those instances where Transport Canada requires that a Wireless Communication Facility be lit,
the following measures are encouraged:
the light source should not spill over onto adjacent properties;
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the lighting should be a minimum number of low intensity white lights; and
the strobe interval should be the maximum allowable by Transport Canada.
The location of wireless communication facilities should have regard to Alberta Transportation and
the County of Vermilion River Setbacks from Highways and Roads.
Signage for wireless communications facilities should only:
identify the facility;
identify the Owner and provide up-to-date contact information; or
warn of any safety issues.
Multiple tower structures will require individual Development Permit applications.
Applications for the Development of wireless facilities must include in the Development application
letters from the following authorities:
Transport Canada governing painting and lighting of the applicant's tower for aeronautical
safety;
NavCanada governing aircraft communication and instrumentation immunity from the
applicant's tower transmissions;
Industry Canada governing the frequency of operations and public safety from non-ionized
radiation in accordance with Safety Code 6. Licensed Exempt operators must provide a stamped
letter from a licensed professional RF engineer guaranteeing these conditions will be met; and
Appropriate fencing around the base, anchors and Site limiting public access to the tower and
exposure to high RF energy fields must be provided with consideration of community aesthetics.
The application for Development must include consideration to minimizing environmental damage
through the following measures:
Consultation with Federal and Provincial environmental agencies to ensure the Site selected and
the resultant Construction does not impact upon sensitive ecologies nor interfere with
migrating birds or animals. Confirming letters from these agencies must accompany the
application for Development.
The application for Development shall include a signed letter from the applicant detailing
corrective action(s) to remediate any environmental damages.
As a condition of obtaining a Development Permit the applicant agrees to the following:
The Site will be reclaimed within six (6) months of cessation of operation.
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The Site reclamation will comply with Alberta Environmental Laws to be provided by Alberta
Environment or their agent.
The County shall request public consultation for all proposed wireless communications facilities
greater than 10 m in height for landowners within a radius of six (6) times the tower height. The
Carrier will be required to pay the costs associated with the public consultation.
A letter of support will be sent by the County to Industry Canada if:
any technical assessment that was requested by the County has been completed to the
satisfaction of Council; and
a public consultation was either not necessary or, if public consultation was deemed necessary,
it was completed, and the results of the consultation provided to Council for final decision. The
results of this decision will be forwarded by the Development Authority to Industry Canada.
A letter of credit may be required to address the decommissioning and reclamation of Sites should
a location be taken out of service. The amount of security and term will be reviewed on a case-by-
case basis to determine reclamation costs.
Requirements for certain structures located within residential areas, such as personal Antenna
systems (e.g. used for over the air and satellite television reception or Amateur Radio operation),
shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority.
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ESTABLISHMENT OF LAND USE DISTRICTS
For the purposes of this Bylaw, the County of Vermilion River is divided into the following districts:
Non-Residential Districts
Agricultural (A) District
Business and Services (B) District
Commercial (C1) District
Commercial - General (GC) District
Commercial - Limited (LC) District
Industrial - Heavy (MH) District
Industrial - Light (M1) District
Industrial - Medium (M) District
Industrial - Rural (RM) District
Landfill and Composting (LC) District
Parks and Recreation (PR) District
Residential Districts
Country Residential - Agriculture (CR-A) District
Country Residential - Multi-Lot (CR-M) District
Country Residential - Single-Lot (CR-S) District
Residential - Low Density (R) District
Residential - Medium Density (R1) District
Residential- High Density (R2) District
Residential- Multi-Family/Multi-Unit (R3) District
The boundaries of the districts listed in this Bylaw are as delineated in the LAND USE DISTRICT MAP,
which is Part 9 of this Bylaw.
Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries of districts as delineated in the LAND USE DISTRICT
MAP, the following rules shall apply:
where a boundary is shown as following a street or Lane, it shall be deemed to follow the centre
line thereof.
where a boundary is shown as approximately following a Lot Line, it shall be deemed to follow
the Lot Line.
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NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
AGRICULTURAL (A) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to provide for the continuing Use of land for agricultural activities
associated with primary production and ancillary Uses while encouraging conservation
practices, and to preserve valuable agricultural land from Development that is incompatible
with primary production. Additional provisions apply to lands within the Agriculture
Preservation Area (APA) and Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Overlays.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River excepting land in
other Designated Districts.
PERMITTED AND DICRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agricultural Operation
Abattoirs
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Agricultural
Production
Accessory Living Quarters
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Confined Feeding
Operation
Agricultural Support Services
Extensive Agriculture
Agri-Tourism
Farming
Animal Breeding and/or
Boarding Establishments
Single Family Dwelling
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main Building
floor area. Unless a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to
Permitted Uses
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Religious Assemblies
Day Homes
Family care facilities
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Farmsteads
In connection with an Agricultural
Operation, as defined in this Bylaw,
and unsubdivided from quarter
section. Pursuant to Section 4.12.
Group care facilities
Group Homes
Guest Ranches
Home Occupations, Major
Home Occupations, Minor
Institutional Uses
Intensive Agriculture
Licensed Cannabis Production
Facility
Licensed Industrial Hemp
Production Facility
Licensed Cannabis or Industrial
Hemp Storage and Distribution
Facility
Mobile Home
Natural Resource Extraction
and Ground Disturbance
Operations
Office Use
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary
to the Main Use.
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material
and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Public education facilities
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings
and Uses
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Public Utilities and Public
Utility Buildings
Recreational Uses
Recreational Vehicle
Campgrounds
Rural Commercial Uses
Secondary Dwelling
Signs
Veterinary Clinic
Warehouse Facilities
Wind Energy Conversion
System
Wireless Communications
Facility
Work Camp
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion of
the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
USES
DISCRETIONARY
USES
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
One quarter-
section
As required by the
Development
Authority
Agricultural land should be
retained as large, intact parcels.
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
(a)
man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
(b) a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
(c)
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
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PERMITTED
USES
DISCRETIONARY
USES
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
governed by the policies in the
MDP respecting the Subdivision
of fragmented areas.
Minimum
Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for an irregular shaped
Lot, which shall be ten percent
(10%) of the mean Lot Width.
Minimum
Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain bin
or elevator, or where restricted
by the Airport Vicinity Area
Overlay (Section 7.2.1), or where
a Variance under Section 2.13 has
been granted.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Subject to the Additional
Provisions in Sub-section 1.1.1
and Sub-section 7.2.2, where
applicable.
Special Uses
Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be
governed by the regulations contained in
Section 5.3 of this Bylaw.
Discretionary
& Accessory
Uses
Will require redesignation to the appropriate
District at the discretion of the Development
Authority.
When suspended or discontinued, in accordance
with the provision of Section 2.8(1).
Higher-
Density
Development
on Difficult-
to-Farm Sites
(a) In order to reduce the pressure for non-farm Development on Higher
Capability Agricultural Lands, Development of non-farm Uses may be allowed
incrementally at a higher Density, up to the next District within the same
category, on Lots or Parcels that are considered difficult to farm. A tract of land
may be considered difficult to farm, if it has one or more of the following
characteristics:
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
(i)
Small size or irregular shape
(ii)
Physical isolation from other farm fields by Roads, steep hills, ditches or
similar features.
(iii) Wooded, as defined herein.
(iv) Containing steep slopes, wetlands, or other environmentally sensitive
features.
That portion of a Parcel that meets the criteria above, may be further
subdivided into Lots or Parcels in accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal Development Plan, subject to the
following requirements:
(i)
Maximum Density shall be 4 Units per Quarter-Quarter Section (30
acres).
(ii)
Excepting within those areas covered by the Agriculture Preservation
Area (APA) Overlay where the maximum Permitted Density shall be 2
Units per Quarter-Quarter Section (20 acres). Permitted Density may
not be transferred from one Quarter-Quarter Section to another.
Each Lot must contain adequate build-able area for Construction of a house,
well, and septic system meeting Provincial and County requirements,
including sufficient area for an alternate septic system Site, if required.
(i)
The applicant must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority that Lots are clustered in areas of non-productive soils in order
to minimize visual and physical intrusions into agricultural land and to
respond sensitively to the environmental features of each Site.
1.
If Lots are accessed by a new Road, the Road shall be constructed
to County Standards.
(ii)
Any additional lands that are not included in the Lots shall be
permanently restricted by a conservation Easement against further
Subdivision or Development.
(iii) These lands may be used in one or more of the following ways:
1.
Leased to a farmer for agricultural Use.
2.
Held in common by all landowners of the Development, for Open
Space or recreational purposes.
3.
Conveyed to the County, a government agency, or private non-
profit organization for permanent protection as parkland or wildlife
preserve.
4.
Attached to one or more of the existing Lots.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these
regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and
similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and
housings, water tanks, standpipes, and similar utility structures; and radio and
television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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BUSINESS AND SERVICES (B) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow for commercial Development that provides customer
and/or business services within in appropriate locations in the County.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
Land designated under the Lloydminster Fringe Business (B2) District within the
Lloydminster Intermunicipal Development Plan.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Commercial Uses
Auctioneering Establishments
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
Automotive and Recreational
Vehicle Sales/Rental
Establishments
Automotive and Equipment
Repair Shop, Light
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Health Services
Cannabis Accessory Store
Institutional Uses
Dwellings existing as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw
Office Use
Licensed Medical Cannabis
Clinic
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary to
the Main Use.
Personal Service Shop
Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales
Establishment
Private Club
Mixed-Use Development
Recreation Services, Indoor
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material
and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Permitted Uses
Public Park
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area.
Service Stations
Signs
Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic Use limited to small
animals.
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
Wireless Communications
Facility
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
REGULATION
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
1 ac-5 ac
(0.40-2.0 ha)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a)
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
b)
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
c)
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the Municipal Development
Plan respecting the
Subdivision of fragmented
areas.
Minimum Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an
approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
Structures constructed adjacent
to existing Similar Uses may be
built without Side Yards where
there is Lane access.
For Sites Abutting a Residential
District and not separated from
that District by a Road or utility
Lot - 1.5 m (5 ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an
approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an
approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
Communications Towers, minimum 46
m (150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by
the Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13 has
been granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the
provisions of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw
and the General Municipal Servicing
Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of
Part 3 of this Bylaw and the County's
Municipal Development Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
Exceptions
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, Dwellings
existing as of the date of the approval of this Bylaw may be entirely restored
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
and/or replaced, whether or not they have been damaged by fire or other
incident, and whether or not the landowner/Developer merely wishes to
replace the Building.
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may be subject to special
regulations or conditions of approval, Uses that may produce, directly or
indirectly, noise, odour, fumes, dust, smoke, unsightly appearance, or other
effects that may be detrimental to other Land Uses adjacent or nearby a
Designated Non-Residential District.
Maximum Mixed-Use
Residential Density
10 Units per ha (24.7 DUA)
Additional Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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COMMERCIAL (C1) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow Development of Commercial Uses on Lots between in
various locations. These locations are characterized with good accessibility to Roadways.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River as designated on
the Land Use District Map.
As well as County approval, any Development within this District may require an
approval by a Provincial agency. If such Provincial approval is required, issuance of
the Provincial approval will be a condition of the approval of any Development Permit
in this District.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agricultural Support Services
Amusement Establishment,
Indoor
Adult Entertainment
Establishment
Other Uses, which in the opinion of the
Development Authority are similar to the
listed Permitted and Discretionary Uses.
Business Support Services
Establishment
Adult Use
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Commercial Storage
Animal Hospital
Animal Hospital Use limited to small
animals.
Commercial Storage & Commercial Use
limited to: less than 5,000 sq. ft. with
retail outlet, including Manufacturing,
assembling, fabricating, processing,
packing, repairing, or storage of goods,
which have not been declared a
Nuisance and provided these Uses shall
not cause:
(a)
Unreasonable dissemination of
dust, smoke, visible gases, or
noxious gases, fumes, noise,
vibration, or odour beyond the
boundaries of the Site on which
the Use is conducted;
(b) Hazard of fire, explosion, or other
physical damage to adjacent
structures or vegetation.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Commercial Use
Amusement
Establishment, Outdoor
Automotive and Recreationa
Vehicle Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Drive-In Business
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
Campground
Entertainment Establishment
Cannabis Accessory Store
Equipment Rental
Establishment
Existing Dwellings, as of
the date of the approval
of this Bylaw
General Retail Establishment
Licensed Medical
Cannabis Clinic
Government Services
Licensed Cannabis Retail
Establishment
Highway Commercial Use
Liquor Sales and Storage
Establishment
Hotel
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material and
equipment, garbage, and waste material
shall be screened from adjacent sites and
public thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Institutional Uses
Public or Quasi-Public
Buildings and Uses
Intensive Agriculture
Public Utilities and Public
Utility Buildings
Mixed-Use Development
Shooting Range, Indoor
Motel
Signs
Office Use
Recreational Vehicle
Campground
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary to the
Main Use.
Recreation Facility, Indoor
Recreational Vehicle
Campground, Seasonal
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Recreation Services, Indoor
Recreational Vehicle Park
Religious Assembly
Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic Use limited to small
animals.
Service Station
Wireless
Communications Facility
Warehouse Sales
Establishment
Buildings and Uses
accessory to
Discretionary Uses
Warehouse Sales Establishment limited
to: more than 75% of sales are
wholesale.
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion of
the Development Authority.
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Permitted Uses
Cannabis Accessory Store
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main Building
floor area.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
5 ac-10 ac
(2.02 ha-4.05 ha)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the County's Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the
Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
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County of Vermilion River
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar
Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is
Lane access.
For Sites Abutting a Residential
District and not separated from
that District by a Road or utility
Lot - 1.5 m (5 ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan. Except for where
restricted by the Airport Vicinity
Area Overlay (Section 7.2.1), or
where a Variance under Section
2.13 has been granted.
Maximum Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
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County of Vermilion River
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may be subject to special
regulations or conditions of approval, Uses that may produce, directly or
indirectly, noise, odour, fumes, dust, smoke, unsightly appearance, or other
effects that may be detrimental to other Land Uses adjacent or nearby a
Designated Non-Residential District.
Exceptions
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, a Grain
Elevator and Grain Handling Facility may be constructed in that portion of NW
27- 50-6-W4 lying to the south of the Canadian National Railways right-of-way
to a maximum height of 72 m (236.2 ft.), together with Uses accessory to a
Grain Elevator and a Grain Handling Facility. As a condition of the approval of a
Development Permit for such a facility, the Development Authority may impose
such conditions pursuant to Section 7.2.1, which in its discretion are necessary
to allow the Vermilion Airport to continue to function.
Maximum Mixed-Use
Residential Density
10 Units per ha (24.7 DUA)
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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County of Vermilion River
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6.2.4 Commercial - General (CG) District
County of Vermilion River
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COMMERCIAL - GENERAL (CG) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to provide for a broad mix of Commercial Uses that have large Site
requirements, are oriented to higher classification Roadways, and provide services to the entire
County and surrounding area.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River as designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Amusement
Establishment, Indoor
Adult Entertainment
Establishment
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Business Support Services
Establishment
Adult Use
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Commercial Storage
Animal Hospital
Animal Hospital limited to small
animals.
Commercial Use
Amusement
Establishment, Outdoor
Commercial Use limited to: greater
than 5,000 sq. ft. with retail outlet,
including Manufacturing, assembling,
fabricating, processing, packing,
repairing, or storage of goods, which
have not been declared a Nuisance
and provided these Uses shall not
cause:
Unreasonable dissemination of
dust, smoke, visible gases, or
noxious gases, fumes, noise,
vibration, or odour beyond the
boundaries of the Site on which
the Use is conducted;
Hazard of fire, explosion, or other
physical damage to adjacent
structures or vegetation.
Drive-In Business
Automotive and Recreational
Vehicle Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Entertainment
Establishment
Campground
Equipment Rental
Establishment
Cannabis Accessory Store
General Retail
Establishment
Existing Dwellings, as of
the date of the approval
of this Bylaw
Government Services
Licensed Medical
Cannabis Clinic
Highway Commercial Use
Licensed Cannabis Retail
Establishment
Home Occupations, Major
Liquor Sales and Storage
Establishment
Home Occupations, Minor
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material and
equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Hotel
Public or Quasi-Public
Buildings and Uses
Institutional Uses
Public Utilities and Public
Utility Buildings
Intensive Agriculture
Shooting Range, Indoor
Mixed-Use Development
Recreational Vehicle
Campground
Motel
Recreational Vehicle
Campground, Seasonal
Office Use
Recreational Vehicle Park
Office use limited to: Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary to
the Main Use.
Recreation Facility, Indoor
Signs
Recreation Services, Indoor
Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic Use limited to: small
animals.
Religious Assembly
Wireless Communications
Facility
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County of Vermilion River
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Service Station
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
Warehouse Sales
Establishment
Warehouse Sales Establishment limited
to: more than 75% of sales are
wholesale.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
Greater than
10 ac (4.05 ha)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the
Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar
Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is
Lane access.
For Sites Abutting a
Residential District and not
separated from that
District by a Road or utility
Lot - 1.5 m (5 ft.)
For Multi-Lot
Developments: in
accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for where restricted
by the Airport Vicinity Area
Overlay (Section 7.2.1), or
where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been
granted.
Parking
Parking and loading shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of Section
4.15 of this Bylaw and the General Municipal
Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
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County of Vermilion River
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Maximum Mixed-
Use Residential
Density
10 Units per ha (24.7 DUA)
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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County of Vermilion River
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6.2.5 Commercial - Limited (C2) District
County of Vermilion River
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COMMERCIAL - LIMITED (C2) DISTRICT
Limited Commercial is intended to serve adjacent and connected Residential District(s). Limited
Commercial Uses are smaller in scale and area than other Commercial Uses and provide for
frequent shopping and service needs of nearby residents. The District is intended to provide
locations for a wide range of small and medium sized businesses and services as a convenience
to the neighbouring residential areas. Limited Commercial nodes shall develop as commercial
clusters rather than a commercial strip and be limited in size up to 3 acres.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Child Care Facility
Bed and Breakfast
Establishment
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Commercial Uses
Boarding House
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Day Care Facility
Home Occupations, Major
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
Home Occupations, Minor
General Retail
Establishment
Household Repair Service
Government Services
Guest House
Health Services
Cannabis Accessory Store
Institutional Uses
Licensed Cannabis Retail
Establishment
Mixed-Use Development
Liquor Sales and Storage
Establishment
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material
and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Office Use
Public Park
Office use limited to: Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary
to the Main Use.
Personal Service Shop
Service Stations
Private Club
Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic Use limited to:
small animals.
Recreation Services, Indoor
Wireless Communications
Facility
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Discretionary Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Discretionary Accessory Building
and Uses maximum size: at the
discretion of the Development
Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
REGULATION
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
In accordance
with the
provisions of
the adjacent
District.
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a Discretionary Use,
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the County's Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision
of fragmented areas.
C2 nodes limited to: 3 ac (1.21
ha)
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REGULATION
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Except for an irregular shaped
Lot, which shall be ten percent
(10%) of the mean Lot Width.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Communications Towers, minimum 46
m (150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by
the Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13 has
been granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall
be provided in accordance with the
provisions of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw
and the General Municipal Servicing
Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of
Part 3 of this Bylaw and the County's
Municipal Development Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
Maximum Mixed-Use
Residential Density
In accordance with the provisions of the designated or Abutting Land Use
District.
Additional Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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County of Vermilion River
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County of Vermilion River
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INDUSTRIAL - HEAVY (MH) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow the Development of Heavy Industrial and Similar Uses
[see "Heavy Industrial" under Section 4.7] that may require large areas of land, which may be
considered unsuitable to be located in an urban area, and subordinate and associated Uses
within industrial and manufacturing clusters within the County.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agri-Business
Abattoirs
Other Uses, which in the opinion of the
Development Authority are similar to
the listed Permitted and Discretionary
Uses, not including Dwelling Units of
any kind.
Agricultural Industry
Animal Hospital
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Agricultural Production
Auctioneering
Establishment
Agricultural Support Services
Animal Breeding and/or
Boarding Establishments
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Auto Wrecker
Compost Facility, Class I
Cemetery
Compost Facility, Class II
Industrial Use, Medium
Equipment Fabrication
Institutional Uses
Heavy Truck and Equipment
Storage
Intensive Agriculture
Indoor Storage
Natural Resource Extraction
Industry
Industrial and Manufacturing
Park
Office Use
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary to
the Main Use.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Industrial Use, Heavy
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material and
equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Industrial Vehicle and
Equipment Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Protective and Emergency
Services
Kennel
Public or Quasi-Public
Buildings and Uses
Natural Resource Extraction and
Ground Disturbance Operations
Public Utilities and Public
Utility Buildings
Landfill
Recreational Uses
Landfill, Class II
Rural Commercial Uses
Landfill, Class III
Salvage Yard
Licensed Cannabis Production
Facility
Service Station
Licensed Cannabis or Industrial
Hemp Processing, Storage, And
Distribution Facility
Solar Array
Livestock Sales Yard
Solar Collector, Ground
Mount
Manufacturing
Solar Collector, Roof Mount
Manufacturing Uses are limited
pursuant to Section 4.7.
Manure Storage Facility
Stockpile Site
Open Space
Storage Site
Transportation Facilities
Sign
Trucking and Cartage
Establishment
Veterinary Clinic
Un-serviced Industrial Use
Spur Rails
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Un-serviced Industrial Park
Wireless Communications
Facility
Work Camp
Vehicle Repair Establishment
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
Warehouse Facilities
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Large
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Permitted Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area. Unless a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been granted.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Greater than
10 ac (4.05 ha)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the County's
Municipal Development
Plan respecting the
Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Maximum Site
coverage
60%
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.2 of
this Bylaw or an approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.2 of
this Bylaw or an approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed adjacent
to existing Similar Uses may be
built without
Side Yards where there is Lane
access.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.2 of
this Bylaw or an approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
15.25 m (50 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m (150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain bin
or elevator, or where restricted
by the Airport Vicinity Area
Overlay (Section 7.2.1), or where
a Variance under Section 2.13
has been granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be provided
in accordance with the provisions of Section 4.15
of this Bylaw and the General Municipal Servicing
Standards.
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County of Vermilion River
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of this
Bylaw and the County's Municipal Development Plan.
Vegetation
In Front Yards, all areas not covered with driveways or Parking Areas shall be landscaped
to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development Authority.
Roads
If a curb and gutter exist, all driveways, Parking Areas and storage areas shall be paved
with asphalt or concrete for a minimum distance of 15 m (50 ft.) from the front line, plus
1.5 m (5 ft.) of concrete apron in from the curb and gutter.
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in this Bylaw, the designated Setbacks
from Roadways in
Table 1 and the minimum distances show in Figure 1, Section 4.2, apply to all
Developments, at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may be subject to special regulations or
conditions of approval, Uses that may produce, directly or indirectly, noise, odour,
fumes, dust, smoke, unsightly appearance, or other effects that may be detrimental to
other Land Uses adjacent or nearby a Designated Non-Residential District.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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6.2.7 Industrial - Light (M1) District
County of Vermilion River
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INDUSTRIAL - LIGHT (M1) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow the Development of Light Industrial and Similar Uses [see
"Light Industrial" under Section 4.7] that may require less extensive areas of land, which may be
considered unsuitable to be located in an urban area, and subordinate and associated Uses
within industrial and manufacturing clusters within the County.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agri-Business
Animal Hospital
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses, not including
Dwelling Units of any kind.
Amusement Establishment,
Indoor
Animal Breeding and/or
Boarding Establishments
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Amusement Establishment,
Outdoor
Automotive and Equipment
Repair Shop, Heavy
Automotive and Equipment
Repair Shop, Light
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Automotive and Recreational
Vehicle Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Compost Facility, Class I
Industrial Vehicle and
Equipment Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Hotel
Business Support Services
Establishment
Drinking Establishment
Commercial Storage
Drive-In Business
Commercial Use
Drive-In Restaurant
Contractor Service, Limited
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Equipment Rental
Establishment
Entertainment Establishment
Government Services
General Retail Establishment
Health Services
Household Repair Service
Highway Commercial Use
Institutional Uses
Industrial and
Manufacturing Park
Library and Cultural Exhibit
Industrial Use, Light
Mixed-Use Development
Indoor Storage
Motel
Outdoor storage areas of material
and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Intensive Recreation
Outdoor Storage
Licensed Cannabis
Production Facility
Personal Service Shop
Liquor Sales and Storage
Establishment
Private Club
Manufacturing Uses are limited
pursuant to Section 4.7.
Manufacturing
Protective and Emergency
Services
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary to
the Main Use.
Office Use
Recreational Vehicle Storage
Open Space
Public Education Facility
Recreational Use
Public or Quasi-Public
Building
Religious Assembly
Public or Quasi-Public Use
Recycling Depot
Public Park
Recycling Drop-Off
Public-Serving Recreation Area
Rural Commercial Uses
Public Utility Building
Service Station
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Recreation Facility, Indoor
Shooting Range, Indoor
Recreation Services, Indoor
Shop
Recreation, Passive
Signs
Storage, Indoor
Solar Collector, Roof Mount
Transportation Facilities
Storage Site
Un-serviced Industrial Use
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
Un-serviced Industrial Park
Wireless Communications
Facility
Veterinary Clinic
Work Camp
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
Warehouse Sales
Establishment
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Discretionary Uses
Warehouse Sales Establishment
limited to: less than 75% of sales are
wholesale.
Warehouse Facilities
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Permitted Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area.
REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
Less than
5 ac (2.02 ha)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision
of fragmented areas.
Maximum Site
coverage
60%
Minimum Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar
Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is
Lane access.
For Multi-Lot
Developments: in
accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot
Developments: in
accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
15.25 m (50 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo,
grain bin or elevator, or
where restricted by the
Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13
has been granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Vegetation
In Front Yards, all areas not covered with driveways or Parking Areas shall be
landscaped to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
Roads
If a curb and gutter exist, all driveways, Parking Areas and storage areas shall
be paved with asphalt or concrete for a minimum distance of 15 m (50 ft.)
from the front line, plus 1.5 m (5 ft.) of concrete apron in from the curb and
gutter.
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in this Bylaw, the designated
Setbacks from Roadways in
Table 1 and the minimum distances show in in Figure 1, Section 4.2, apply to
all Developments, at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may be subject to special
regulations or conditions of approval, Uses that may produce, directly or
indirectly, noise, odour, fumes, dust, smoke, unsightly appearance, or other
effects that may be detrimental to other Land Uses adjacent or nearby a
Designated Non-Residential District.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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County of Vermilion River
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INDUSTRIAL - MEDIUM (M) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow the Development of Medium Industrial and Similar Uses
[see "Medium Industrial" under Section 4.7] that may require relatively large areas of land,
which may be considered unsuitable to be located in an urban area, and its Subordinate and
associated Uses within industrial and manufacturing clusters within the County.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River as indicated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agri-Business
Animal Hospital
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses, not including
Dwelling Units of any kind.
Agricultural Support Services
Animal Breeding and/or
Boarding Establishments
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Amusement Establishment,
Indoor
Automotive and
Equipment Repair Shop,
Heavy
Amusement Establishment,
Outdoor
Automotive and
Recreational Vehicle
Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Commercial Storage
Bed and Breakfast
Establishment
Commercial Use
Boarding House
Contractor Service, General
Bulk Fuel Storage and
Sales
Drive-In Business
Business Support Services
Establishment
Drive-In Restaurant
Campground
Equipment Fabrication
Campsite
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Equipment Rental
Establishment
Compost Facility, Class I
General Retail Establishment
Compost Facility, Class II
Government Services
Cemetery
Greenhouse
Highway Commercial Use
Group Care Facility
Industrial Use, Medium
Health Services
Indoor Storage
Horticultural
Development
Industrial and Manufacturing
Cluster
Hotel
Industrial Vehicle and
Equipment Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Institutional Uses
Manufacturing
Intensive Agriculture
Manufacturing Uses are limited
pursuant to Section 4.7
Office Use
Intensive Recreation
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary to
the Main Use.
Open Space
Kennel
Public Park
Licensed Cannabis
Production Facility
Public-Serving Recreation
Area
Licensed Cannabis or
Industrial Hemp
Processing, Storage, And
Distribution Facility
Public Utility Building
Liquor Sales and Storage
Establishment
Public or Quasi-Public
Building
Livestock Sales Yard
Public or Quasi-Public Use
Motel
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Recreational Vehicle
Campground, Work Camp
Natural Resource
Extraction Industry
Recreational Vehicle Storage
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material
and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Recycling Depot
Personal Service Shop
Recycling Drop-Off
Private Club
Service Station
Protective and Emergency
Services
Shooting Range, Indoor
Public Education Facility
Shop
Public Education Facility
Shooting Range, Indoor
Recreation Camp
Transportation Facilities
Recreation Facility, Indoor
Trucking and Cartage
Establishment
Recreation Services,
Indoor
Un-serviced Industrial Use
Recreation, Passive
Un-serviced Industrial Park
Recreational Use
Veterinary Clinic
Recreational Vehicle
Warehouse Facilities
Recreational Vehicle
Campground, Seasonal
Warehouse Sales
Establishment
Religious Assembly
Warehouse Sales Establishment
limited to: less than 75% of sales are
wholesale.
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Permitted Uses
Restricted Extensive
Recreational Use
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area. Unless a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been granted.
Rural Commercial Uses
Stockpile Site
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Storage Site
Storage, Indoor
Signs
Vehicle Repair
Establishment
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Small
Wireless Communications
Facility
Work Camp
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size at the discretion of
the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
Less than
10 ac (4.05 ha)
Minimum 5 ac
(2.02 ha)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the MDP respecting the
Subdivision of fragmented
areas.
Maximum Site
coverage
60%
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed
adjacent to existing similar
Uses may be built without Side
Yards where there is Lane
access.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
15.25 m (50 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain
bin or elevator, or where
restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay (Section
7.2.1), or where a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been
granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the
General Municipal Servicing Standards.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Vegetation
In Front Yards, all areas not covered with driveways or Parking Areas shall be
landscaped to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority.
Roads
If a curb and gutter exist, all driveways, Parking Areas and storage areas shall be
paved with asphalt or concrete for a minimum distance of 15 m (50 ft.) from
the front line, plus 1.5 m (5 ft.) of concrete apron in from the curb and gutter.
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in this Bylaw, the designated
Setbacks from Roadways in Table 1 and the minimum distances show in Figure
1, Section 4.2, apply to all Developments, at the discretion of the Development
Authority.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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County of Vermilion River
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INDUSTRIAL - RURAL (RM) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow the Development of Rural Industrial Uses [for reference
see "Heavy Industrial" under Section 4.7] that may require large areas of land, which may be
considered unsuitable to be located in an urban area, and subordinate and associated Uses
within the rural area.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River as designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agri-Business
Abattoirs
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses, not including
Dwelling Units of any kind.
Agricultural Industry
Accessory Living Quarters
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Agricultural Production
Animal Hospital
Agricultural Support Services
Auctioneering Establishment
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Animal Breeding and/or
Boarding Establishments
Compost Facility, Class I
Cemetery
Compost Facility, Class II
Institutional Uses
Grain Handling Facility
Intensive Agriculture
Industrial Use, Heavy
Landfill
Industrial Use, Medium
Landfill, Class II
Industrial Vehicle and
Equipment Sales/Rentals
Establishment
Landfill, Class III
Kennel
Licensed Cannabis Production
Facility
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Natural Resource Extraction
and Ground Disturbance
Operations
Licensed Cannabis or
Industrial Hemp Storage, and
Distribution Facility
Livestock Sales Yard
Licensed Industrial Hemp
Production Facility
Manure Storage Facility
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Uses are limited
pursuant to Section 4.7
Rural Industry
Natural Resource Extraction
Industry
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Permitted Uses
Office Use
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services Uses ancillary to
the Main Use.
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area. Unless a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been granted.
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material
and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Public or Quasi-Public
Buildings and Uses
Public Utilities and Public
Utility Buildings
Recreational Uses
Rural Commercial Uses
Signs
Veterinary Clinic
Warehouse Facilities
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Large
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Small
Wireless Communications
Facility
Work Camp
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion of
the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
Greater than
10 ac (4.05 ha)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the County's Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision
of fragmented areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar
Uses may be built without Side
Yards where there is Lane
access.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain
bin or elevator, or where
restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay (Section
7.2.1) or where a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been
granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the
General Municipal Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be approved by the Development Authority
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may be subject to special
regulations or conditions of approval, Uses that may produce, directly or
indirectly, noise, odour, fumes, dust, smoke, unsightly appearance, or other
effects that may be detrimental to other Land Uses in or outside this District to
particular areas of the District.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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County of Vermilion River
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LANDFILL, COMPOSTING, AND WASTE (LC-W) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to regulate Landfill, composting, and Waste management and
Wastewater facilities Development within the County. The interpretation of definitions of Uses
in this District shall be consistent with their Use in the Alberta Environmental Protection and
Enhancement Act, and the applicable regulations under that Act.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Compost Facility, Class I
Abattoirs
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are similar
to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses, not including
Dwelling Units of any kind.
Compost Facility, Class II
Auto Wrecker
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Landfill
Cemetery
Landfill, Class II
Heavy Truck and Equipment
Storage
Landfill, Class III
Intensive Agriculture
Manure Storage Facility
Indoor Storage
Natural Resource
Extraction and Ground
Disturbance Operations
Industrial and
Manufacturing Cluster
Public Utility
Industrial Use, Heavy
Public Utility Building
Natural Resource Extraction
Industry
Recycling Depot
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material and
equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Recycling Drop-Off
Protective and Emergency
Services
Protective and Emergency Services
limited to: Accessory Uses.
Waste Management
Facility
Solar Array
Wastewater Treatment
Facility
Salvage Yard
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Sea Can
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main Use
area. Unless a Variance under Section
2.13 has been granted.
Stockpile Site
Storage Site
Service Station (above
ground fuel storage only)
Signs
Un-serviced Industrial Use
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Large
Wireless Communications
Facility
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion of
the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Minimum 371 sq. m
(3993 sq. ft.)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of
any fragmented area
shall be governed by
the policies in the
Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the
Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Maximum Site
coverage
60%
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are
subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar
Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is
Lane access.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m (150
ft.)
Except for where restricted
by the Airport Vicinity Area
Overlay (Section 7.2.1), or
where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been
granted.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL
PROVISIONS
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Vegetation
In Front Yards, all areas not covered with driveways or Parking Areas shall be
landscaped to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
Roads
If a curb and gutter exist, all driveways, Parking Areas and storage areas shall
be paved with asphalt or concrete for a minimum distance of 15 m (50 ft.)
from the front line, plus 1.5 m (5 ft.) of concrete apron in from the curb and
gutter.
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in this Bylaw, the designated
Setbacks from Roadways in
Table 1 and the minimum distances show in in Figure 1, Section 4.2, apply to
all Developments, at the discretion of the Development Authority.
Discretionary
Uses and
Variances
In consideration of a Development Permit for a Discretionary Use or for a
Permitted Use where the Development does not comply with the regulations
of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may, without in any way restricting
his or her discretion, impose conditions on any approval requiring that the
applicant and/or Developer:
implement mitigating actions to reduce negative impact of the
Development on the environment;
enter into a Development agreement including those matters referred to
in Section 5.7(9);
implement recommendations contained in any Environmental Site
Assessment to minimize the impact or risk from the proposed
Development; and
provide security satisfactory to the Development Authority to ensure the
financial viability of the reclamation and closure plan.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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RESERVES AND UTILITY (RU) DISTRICT
The purpose of the Reserves and Utility (RU) District is to:
allow for the dedication and existence of Municipal Reserves in accordance with
Section 665 and 666 of the Municipal Government Act, the Subdivision and
Development Regulation, and County Policy.
allow for the dedication and existence of Municipal and School Reserves in
accordance with Section 666 of the Municipal Government Act, and the Subdivision
and Development Regulation.
allow for the dedication and existence of environmental reserves in accordance with
Section 664 of the Municipal Government Act and the Subdivision and Development
Regulation.
allow for the dedication and existence of Conservation (Environmental) Reserves in
accordance with Section 664.2(1) of the Municipal Government Act.
allow for the dedication and existence of Public Utility Lots in accordance with Section
665 of the Municipal Government Act, Land Titles Act, and the Subdivision and
Development Regulation.
allow for the dedication and existence of Community Services Reserves in accordance
with Section 616 of the Municipal Government Act.
Transfer of reserves shall be in accordance with the provisions the Municipal Government Act.
Municipal Reserves
No development in any kind or form of land use will be allowed within Municipal
Reserves unless such use is consistent with the Municipal Government Act and as
prescribed in writing under this Bylaw, in accordance with County Policy.
The County shall generally take the full amount (10%) of Municipal Reserves owing
the time of Subdivision, in accordance with provincial legislation and County Policy.
Municipal and School Reserves
No development in any kind or form of land use will be allowed within Municipal
School Reserves unless such use is consistent with the Municipal Government Act and
as prescribed in writing under this Bylaw.
The Subdivision Authority, at their discretion, may require the owner of a parcel of
land that is the subject of a proposed Subdivision to provide Municipal and School
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Reserve in the amount deemed appropriate, in accordance with the provisions under
the Act, County Policy, and this Bylaw.
Environmental Reserves & Easements
Guidelines for Minimum Environmental Reserve/Easement Widths.
In reference to Section 664 of the Municipal Government Act, recommended
Environmental Reserve/Easement Widths where a boundary to a proposed
Subdivision is a water body or watercourse are shown on Table 6.
The County will require Environmental Reserves, an Environmental Reserve Easement
or a combination thereof adjacent to bodies of water and lands containing significant
environmental features.
The amount of Reserves/Easement lands shall be at the discretion of the County and
the Subdivision Authority who will normally base environmental reserve and
environmental reserve Easement requirements on the following:
1.
The Guidelines for Environmental Reserves and Environmental Reserve
Easements established by Sustainable Resource Development (see Table 6); or
2.
If the reserve/Easement amount is disputed by the proponent of a Development
or Subdivision then the Developer may provide the County and the Subdivision
Authority with a biophysical, engineering and/or geotechnical study, which
indicates that an alternative reserve/Easement amount is appropriate for the
subject Site. If the report from the engineer indicates that a lesser
reserve/Easement would be suitable and/or provides mitigation
recommendations, which if followed would allow for a lesser reserve/Easement
area, then the Approving Authority may, at their sole discretion, approve a
Subdivision with a lesser reserve/Easement area.
Notwithstanding sub-paragraph (iii) above, additional reserves/Easements may be
required by the County based on the recommendations of any engineering and/or
geotechnical study provided for the subject Site.
No Buildings of any kind shall be allowed within required Setback areas.
Notwithstanding all of the above, the width of the required Development Setback
shall be at the sole discretion of the Development Authority who will normally base
Setback requirements on the following:
1.
The Guidelines for Environmental Reserves and Environmental Reserve
Easements established by Sustainable Resource Development (see Table 6); or
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2.
If this Setback amount is disputed by the proponent of a Development then the
Developer may provide the approving Authority with a biophysical, engineering
and/or geotechnical study, which indicates that an alternative Setback amount is
appropriate for the subject Site. If the report from the engineer indicates that a
lesser Setback would be suitable and/or provides mitigation recommendations,
which if followed would allow for a lesser Setback, then the Approving Authority
may, at their sole discretion, approve the Development with a lesser
reserve/Easement area.
Figure 11. Setbacks from Watercourses and Water Bodies.
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the applicant for a Development Permit may be
required to submit as part of a Development Permit application an assessment, prepared by a
registered professional engineer practicing in Alberta, indicating the stability of the soils and
slopes for the proposed Development and how sufficient stability for the Development can be
ensured in order to determine the appropriate Setback distance and/or Site-specific Building
requirements.
If the report from the engineer indicates that a lesser Setback would be suitable
and/or provides mitigation recommendations that, if followed, would allow for a
lesser Setback then the Development Authority may, at their sole discretion, approve
a Development with a lesser Setback.
If the Development is approved with the lesser Setback, the Development Authority
may require, as a condition of the approval of the permit, that the Developer
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constructs those works or abide by those conditions necessary to ensure the stability
of the soils and slopes as determined in the assessment.
Applicants seeking Development approval must consider locations of abandoned wells,
including Setback areas. The County of Vermilion River requires a minimum Setback of 100
meters from all abandoned wells for residential and public facility Developments. All other
Development classifications will be required to use the lease area as the Setback guidelines.
Any reclaimed wells require a 10-meter Setback from the well location. Access to reclaimed
wells must be provided at all times in accordance with provincial regulations and preserve an
unobstructed square, 20 ft x30 ft, footprint.
Conservation (Environmental) Reserves
No development in any kind or form of land use will be allowed Conservation
(Environmental) Reserves unless such use is consistent with the Municipal
Government Act and as prescribed in writing under this Bylaw.
The Subdivision Authority, at their discretion, may require the owner of a parcel of
land that is the subject of a proposed Subdivision to provide Conservation
(Environmental) Reserves in the amount deemed appropriate, in accordance with the
provisions under the Act, County Policy, and this Bylaw; if:
1.
in the opinion of the subdivision authority, the land has environmentally
significant features,
2.
the land is not land that could be required to be provided as environmental
reserve,
3.
the purpose of taking the conservation reserve is to enable the municipality to
protect and conserve the land, and
4.
the taking of the land as conservation reserve is consistent with the
municipality's municipal development plan and area structure plan.
Within 30 days after the Registrar issues a new certificate of title under section 665(2)
for a conservation reserve, the municipality must pay compensation to the landowner
in an amount equal to the market value of the land at the time the application for
subdivision approval was received by the subdivision authority.
If the municipality and the landowner disagree on the market value of the land, the
matter must be determined by the Land Compensation Board.
Public Utility Lots
allow for the Development of systems or works used to provide for public
consumption, benefit, convenience, or use such as water, sewage disposal, public
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transportation, irrigation, drainage, natural gas, fuel, electric power, heat, waste
management, and telecommunications.
The amount of Public Utility Lots shall be in accordance with provincial legislation
requirements.
Development Regulations
minimum Front Setback shall be 6.0 m.
minimum Rear Setback shall be 7.5 m.
minimum Side Setback shall be 4.5 m.
maximum building Height shall be 10.5 m (34.5 ft.). Communications Towers,
minimum 46 m (150 ft.)
Community Services Reserve
Community Services Reserves (CSR) will only apply to the building envelope portion
of municipal or school reserves where the school board declares that it no longer
requires the site for school purposes.
CSR lands can be used for Community services reserve may be used for any or all of
the following purposes:
1.
a public library;
2.
a police station, a fire station or an ambulance services facility, or a
combination of them;
3.
a non-profit day care facility;
4.
a non-profit senior citizens facility;
5.
a non-profit special needs facility;
6.
a municipal facility providing service directly to the public; or
7.
affordable housing.
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Table 6. Sustainable Resource Development Recommended Guidelines for Minimum Environmental Reserve/Easement
Widths.
Width
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PARKS AND RECREATION (PR) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow for Development of a variety of public and non-public
Recreation Uses and parks, and their Subordinate and associated Uses.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Campground
Bed and Breakfast
Establishment
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses
Campsite
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Extensive Recreation
Government Services
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
Greenhouse
Government Services
Health Services
Horticultural Development
Hotel
Intensive Recreation
Institutional Uses
Library and Cultural Exhibit
Motel
Natural Recreation Use
Recreation Facility, Indoor
Open Space
Recreation Services, Indoor
Protective and Emergency
Services
Restricted Extensive
Recreational Use
Public or Quasi-Public Use
Recreational Vehicle
Campground
Public Park
Recreational Vehicle
Campground, Seasonal
Public-Serving Recreation Area Shooting Range, Outdoor
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Recreation Camp
Signs
Recreational Use
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion of
the Development Authority.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main Building
floor area. Unless a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
REGULATION
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Minimum 371 sq. m
(3993 sq. ft.)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a Discretionary Use,
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision
of fragmented areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
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REGULATION
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Except for an irregular shaped
Lot, which shall be ten percent
(10%) of the mean Lot Width.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
20 m (65.6 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by
the Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13 has
been granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the
General Municipal Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority.
All lands within the Parks and Recreation District shall be landscaped and
Fenced to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL - AGRICULTURE (CR-A) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to accommodate Single-Lot and Farmstead Separations within the
Agricultural (A) District, where more than 4.06 ha (10.1 ac) is required to encompass all
amenities related to the Farmstead for subordinate agricultural Uses in connection with an
existing Agricultural Operation. Additional provisions apply to lands within the Agriculture
Preservation Area (APA) and Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Overlays.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agricultural Operation
Existing Dwellings, as of the date of
the approval of this Bylaw
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
Farming Operations
Animal Breading and/or
Boarding Facility
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Farm Residence
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Farm Residence: one Main Unit per
unsubdivided quarter section.
Bed and Breakfast Use limited to:
maximum of six rooms.
Farmstead
Boarding House
Boarding House Use limited to:
maximum of eight guests.
Secondary Suites and
Secondary Dwelling Units
Contractor Service, Limited
Secondary Units: one accessory Unit
per main Unit within an unsubdivided
quarter section.
Buildings and Uses Accessory
to Permitted Uses
Day Homes
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Family Care Facilities
Group Care Facilities
Group Homes
Guest Ranch
Horticultural Development
Household Repair Service
Intensive Recreation
Institutional Uses
Home Occupations, Major
Home Occupations, Minor
Horticultural Development
Intensive Agriculture
Office Use
Office use limited to Accessory Use to
Home Occupation Uses.
Personal Service Shop
Public education facilities
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings
and Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Sea Cans
Signs
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Wireless Communications
Facility
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
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DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Minimum 4.06 ha
(10.1 ac); Maximum
10.1 ha (25.0 ac) of
developable land (i.e.,
land which does not
include sloughs,
draws, gulleys, lands
with high water table,
or other lands that
would not normally be
suitable for residential
Development)
All other Uses, as
required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the County's Municipal
Development Plan respecting
the Subdivision of fragmented
areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, structures
constructed adjacent to existing
Similar Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is Lane
access.
For Sites Abutting a Residential
District and not separated from
that District by a Road or utility Lot
- 1.5 m (5 ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw.
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by
the Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13 has
been granted.
Setbacks
Stables, barn, and manure storage: 60 m
(200 ft.) from all Property Lines.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Subject to the Additional
Provisions in Sub-section 1.1.1
and Sub-section 7.2.2, where
applicable.
Keeping horses
Provided it is not for profit or as a business:
(a) There shall be a minimum Parcel size of 0.8
ha (2 ac.) for one (1) horse.
(b There shall be one (1) additional acre of
open space unrestricted from any structure
or man-made development for each
additional horse.
Provided it is for profit or as a
business (e.g., Boarding Stable,
Ridding Arena):
There shall be a minimum
Parcel size of 4.06 ha (10.1
ac) of open space.
Outdoor Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished
products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like equipment shall be
permitted unless such items are completely screened by fencing or structural
enclosures.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be approved by the Development Authority
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL - MULTI-LOT (CR-M) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow multi-Lot country residential Conservation Development
on large Lots on which, at the discretion of the Development Authority, Major Home
Occupations may be allowed that would not typically be allowed in the other Residential
Districts.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Residential Use
Dwelling, Modular or Ready-
To-Move
Dwelling, Single-Family or
Dwelling, Single-Detached
Existing Dwellings, as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
Manufactured Home
Community
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Beas and Breakfast Use limited to:
maximum of three rooms.
Boarding House
Boarding House Use limited to:
maximum of three guests.
Child Care Facility
Contractor Service, Limited
Day Care Facility
Day Homes
Family care facilities
Group care facilities
Group Homes
Household Repair Service
Home Occupations, Major
Secondary Suites and
Secondary Dwelling Units
Home Occupations, Minor
Secondary Units: one Unit per main
Unit on a single Lot or Parcel.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Horticultural Development
Solar Collector, Roof Mount
Intensive Agriculture
Buildings and Uses Accessory
to Permitted Uses
Office Use
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Office use limited to Accessory Use
to Home Occupation Uses.
Recreational Buildings and
Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Signs
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Solar Collector, Ground
Mount
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Small
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Residential Uses:
Minimum 0.4 ha (1
ac.); Maximum 2.0
ha (5 ac.) of
developable land
(i.e., land which
does not include
sloughs, draws,
gulleys, lands with
high water table,
or other lands that
would not
All other Uses,
as required by
the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject to:
a man-made barrier, registered
in Land Titles, fragmenting the
quarter section, or
a natural barrier that physically
fragments the quarter section -
usually this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm machinery.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
normally be
suitable for
residential
Development)
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in the
County's Municipal Development
Plan respecting the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, structures
constructed adjacent to existing
Similar Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is Lane
access.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw.
Maximum Height
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw.
Communications Towers, maximum 46
m (150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by the
Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been
granted.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 3.5 of this Bylaw.
Stables, Barn, and
Manure Storage
Setbacks
60 m (200 ft.) from all Property Lines.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall
be provided in accordance with the
provisions of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw
and the General Municipal Servicing
Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of
Part 3 of this Bylaw and the County's
Municipal Development Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.18 of this Bylaw or an
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
Keeping horses
Provided it is not for profit or as a
business:
There shall be a minimum Parcel
size of 0.8 ha (2 ac.) for one (1)
horse.
There shall be one (1) additional
acre of open space, unrestricted
from any structure or man-made
development for each additional
horse.
Provided it is for profit or as a business
(e.g., Boarding Stable, Riding Arena):
There shall be a minimum Parcel
size of 4.06 ha (10.1 ac) of open
space.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL - SINGLE-LOT (CR-S) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to accommodate incremental single-Lot country residential
Development as to encourage the Development of rural areas in a coordinated and orderly
manner. This District is established in recognition of the existence of substantial areas of the
County presently committed to a form of Development characterized by rural non-farm Uses,
which are mostly residential in kind. This District is also intended to protect the Use of land
adjoining Roads passing through rural portions of the county against strip Development, in
favour of a more sustainable pattern of Development both, socially and economically. District
regulations are designed to permit only those Land Uses that are compatible with existing and
future rural, non-farm, Residential Uses. Additional provisions apply to lands within the
Agriculture Preservation Area (APA) and Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Overlays.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Farmstead
Existing Dwellings, as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Residential Use
Dwelling, Modular or Ready-
To-Move
Dwelling, Single-Family or
Dwelling, Single-Detached
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Bed and Breakfast Use limited to:
maximum of three rooms.
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
Manufactured Home
Boarding House
Boarding House Use limited to:
maximum of three guests.
Secondary Suites and
Secondary Dwelling Units
Child Care Facility
Secondary Units: one Unit per Main
Unit on a single Lot or Parcel.
Solar Collector, Roof Mount
Contractor Service, Limited
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Small
Day Care Facility
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DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Buildings and Uses Accessory
to Permitted Uses
Day Homes
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Family care facilities
Greenhouse
Group care facilities
Group Homes
Home Occupations, Major
Home Occupation Major limited to:
Business and Services Uses.
Home Occupations, Minor
Household Repair Service
Horticultural Development
Intensive Agriculture
Institutional Uses
Institutional Use limited to: less
than ten patrons.
Office Use
Office use limited to Accessory Use
to Home Occupation Uses.
Recreational Buildings and
Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Signs
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Solar Collector, Ground Mount
Buildings and Uses Accessory
to Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building
and Uses maximum size: at the
discretion of the Development
Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Agricultural &
Residential Uses:
All other Uses, as
required by the
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.3 Country Residential - Single-Lot (CR-S) District
County of Vermilion River
358
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Development
Authority
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the County's Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum Floor
Areas
Single Detached
Dwellings - 84 sq. m
(900 sq. ft.)
All other Uses, as
required by the
Development
Authority
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed adjacent
to existing Similar Uses may be
built without Side Yards where
there is Lane access.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Communications Towers, maximum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by
the Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13 has
been granted.
Stables, Barn,
and Manure
Storage Setbacks
60 m (200 ft.) from all Property Lines.
Minimum 0.81 ha
(2 ac.); Maximum
4.06 ha (10.1 ac) of
developable land
(i.e., land which
does not include
sloughs, draws,
gulleys, lands with
high water table,
or other lands that
would not normally
be suitable for
residential
Development)
Amended by
Bylaw 26-01
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.3 Country Residential - Single-Lot (CR-S) District
County of Vermilion River
359
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Subject to the Additional
Provisions in Sub-section 1.1.1
and Sub-section 7.2.2, where
applicable.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Keeping horses
Provided it is not for profit or as a business
use:
(a) There shall be a minimum Parcel size of 0.8
ha (2 ac.) for one (1) horse.
(b) There shall be one (1) additional acre of
open space, unrestricted from any
structure or man-made development for
each additional horse.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
Outdoor Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished products,
incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like equipment shall be permitted
unless such items are completely screened by fencing or structural enclosures.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
Maximum
Mixed-Use
Residential
Density
10 Units per ha (24.7 DUA)
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.4 Residential - Low Density (R) District
County of Vermilion River
360
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RESIDENTIAL - LOW DENSITY (R) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow for low-Density multi-Lot residential Conservation
Development on large Lots on which, at the discretion of the Development Authority,
compatible Minor Home Occupations may be allowed.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Manufactured Home
Existing Dwellings, as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Protective and
Emergency Services
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Bed and Breakfast Use limited to:
maximum of three rooms.
Public Education Facility
Boarding House
Boarding House Use limited to:
maximum of three guests.
Public or Quasi-Public
Building/Use
Child Care Facility
Public Park
Contractor Service, Limited
Public-Serving Recreation
Area
Day Care Facility
Public Utility/Building
Day Homes
Public Utility Use limited to: required
to serve the immediate area.
Public Education Facility
Family care facilities
Residential Use
Dwelling, Cohousing
Dwelling, Duplex
Dwelling, Modular or
Ready-To-Move
Dwelling, Semi-Detached
Home Occupations, Minor
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.4 Residential - Low Density (R) District
County of Vermilion River
361
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Dwelling, Single-Family
or Dwelling, Single-
Detached
Secondary Suites and
Secondary Dwelling Units
Horticultural Development
Secondary Units: one Unit per Main
Unit on a single Lot or Parcel.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Manufactured Home
Community
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Office Use
Office use limited to Accessory Use
to Home Occupation Uses.
Solar Collector, Roof Mount
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
Recreational Buildings and
Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Sign
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
550 sq. m (5,920 sq. ft.)
As required by the
Development
Authority or an
approved Area
Structure Plan or
Site Development
Plan.
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.4 Residential - Low Density (R) District
County of Vermilion River
362
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the MDP respecting
the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum Lot
Width
15.25 m (50 ft.)
As required by the
Development
Authority
Minimum Floor
Areas
1 Storey: 97.5 sq. m
(1050 sq. ft.)
1½ Storey: 97.5 sq. m
(1050 sq. ft.) for the
main floor.
2 Storeys: 111.5 sq. m
(1200 sq. ft.), provided
the first Storey has an
area of at least 74.3 sq.
m (800 sq. ft.)
All other Uses, as
required by the
Development
Authority
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar
Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is
Lane access.
Lots with Lane Access require
a Side Yard clearance of 3 m
(9.84 ft). In the case of an
attached Garage, a rear door
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.4 Residential - Low Density (R) District
County of Vermilion River
363
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
with a minimum width of 2.7
m (8.86 ft.) and a height 2.1 m
(6.89 ft.) is required.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Irregular Lots
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
3.5 of this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.) or 2 ½ Storeys
Communications Towers, maximum 46 m (150
ft.)
Except for where restricted by
the Airport Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13 has
been granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be determined by the Development
Authority
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.4 Residential - Low Density (R) District
County of Vermilion River
364
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Fencing
Required along the Yards of Lots or Parcels adjacent to a park or Municipal
Reserve Lot.
Outdoor
Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished
products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like equipment shall
be permitted unless such items are completely screened by fencing or structural
enclosures from adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Maximum
Mixed-Use
Residential
Density
15 Units per acre (37 Units per hectare)
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.4 Residential - Low Density (R) District
County of Vermilion River
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6.3.5 Residential - Medium Density (R1) District
County of Vermilion River
366
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RESIDENTIAL - MEDIUM DENSITY (R1) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow for medium-Density, multi-Lot residential Conservation
Development, which encourages a balanced mix of housing types from single-family to multi-
family, with compatible Minor Home Occupations and associated Subordinate Uses which, at
the discretion of the Development Authority, may be allowed.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Manufactured Home
Existing Dwellings, as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw.
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Manufactured Home
Community
Boarding House
Boarding House Use limited to:
maximum of three guests.
Protective and Emergency
Services
Child Care Facility
Public Education Facility
Day Care Facility
Public or Quasi-Public
Building/Use
Day Homes
Public Park
Family care facilities
Public-Serving Recreation
Area
Home Occupations, Minor
Public Utility/Building
Horticultural Development
Public Utility Use limited to: required
to serve the immediate area.
Public Education Facility
Office Use
Office use limited to Accessory Use
to Home Occupation Uses.
Residential Use
Dwelling, Cohousing
Dwelling, Duplex
Solar Collector, Roof Mount
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.5 Residential - Medium Density (R1) District
County of Vermilion River
367
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Dwelling, Fourplex
Dwelling, Modular or
Ready-To-Move
Dwelling, Single-Family or
Dwelling, Single-Detached
Dwelling, Row Housing
Secondary Suites and
Secondary Dwelling Units
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
Secondary Units: one Unit per Main
Unit on a single Lot or Parcel.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Recreational Buildings and
Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Signs
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
372 sq. m (4,005 sq. ft.)
All other Uses, as
required by the
Development
Authority.
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the MDP respecting
the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.5 Residential - Medium Density (R1) District
County of Vermilion River
368
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Width
15.25 m (50 ft.)
As required by the
Development
Authority.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum
Floor Areas
1 Storey: 84 sq. m (904
sq. ft.)
1½ Storey: 93 sq. m
(1001 sq. ft.) for the
main floor.
2 Storeys: 111.5 sq. m
(1200 sq. ft.), provided
the first Storey has an
area of at least 74 sq.
m (796 sq. ft.)
All other Uses, as
required by the
Development Authority
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
3.5 of this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum
Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar
Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is
Lane access.
Lots with Lane Access require
a Side Yard clearance of 3 m
(9.84 ft.). In the case of an
attached garage, a rear door
with a minimum width of
2.7m (8.86ft), and a height
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.5 Residential - Medium Density (R1) District
County of Vermilion River
369
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
2.1 m (6.89 ft.) is required.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum
Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Irregular Lots
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
3.5 of this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.) or 2 ½ Storeys
Communications Towers, maximum 46 m (150
ft.)
Except for where restricted by
the Airport Vicinity Area
Overlay (Section 7.2.1), or
where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been
granted.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be approved by the Development Authority.
Fencing
Required along the Yard Lines of Lots or Parcels adjacent to a park or Municipal
Reserve Lot.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.5 Residential - Medium Density (R1) District
County of Vermilion River
370
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Outdoor
Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished products,
incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like equipment shall be permitted
unless such items are completely screened by fencing or structural enclosures from
adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Maximum
Mixed-Use
Residential
Density
15 Units per acre (37 Units per hectare)
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
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County of Vermilion River
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6.3.6 Residential - High Density (R2) District
County of Vermilion River
372
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RESIDENTIAL - HIGH DENSITY (R2) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow for high-Density, multi-Lot residential Conservation
Development, which encourages a balanced mix of housing types from single-family to multi-
family, with compatible Minor Home Occupations and associated Subordinate Uses which, at
the discretion of the Development Authority, may be allowed.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Day Homes
Existing Dwellings, as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw.
Other Uses, which in the opinion of the
Development Authority are similar to
the listed Permitted and Discretionary
Uses.
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Family Care Facility
Boarding House
Boarding House Use limited to:
maximum of three guests.
Manufactured Home
Child Care Facility
Manufactured Home
Community
Day Care Facility
Protective and
Emergency Services
Day Homes
Public Education
Facility
Family care facilities
Public or Quasi-Public
Building/Use
Home Occupations, Minor
Public Park
Office Use
Office use limited to Accessory Use to
Home Occupation Uses.
Public-Serving
Recreation Area
Group Care Facility
Public Utility Use limited to: required to
serve the immediate area.
Public Utility/Building
Group Care Facility
Public Education
Facility
Guest House
Guest House Use limited to: maximum
of three guests.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.6 Residential - High Density (R2) District
County of Vermilion River
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Residential Use
Dwelling, Apartment
Dwelling, Cohousing
Home, Group
Residential Uses limited to: maximum
one Main Unit per title.
Dwelling, Duplex
Dwelling, Fourplex
Dwelling, Modular or
Ready-To-Move
Dwelling, Multi-Family
Dwelling, Single-Family
or Dwelling, Single-
Detached
Dwelling, Row Housing
Horticultural Development
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses
Recreational Buildings and Uses limited
to: Parks and playgrounds.
Signs
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Secondary Suites and
Secondary Dwelling Units
Secondary Units: one Unit per Main
Unit on a single Lot or Parcel.
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
372 sq. m (4,005 sq. ft.) All other Uses, as
required by the
Development
Authority.
Except where the Lot is subject to:
a man-made barrier, registered
in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter section,
or
a natural barrier that physically
fragments the quarter section -
usually this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm machinery.
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.6 Residential - High Density (R2) District
County of Vermilion River
374
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in the
MDP respecting the Subdivision
of fragmented areas.
Minimum
Floor Areas
83.6 sq. m (900 sq.
ft.) per Unit
All other Uses, as
required by the
Development
Authority.
Minimum
Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, structures
constructed adjacent to existing
Similar Uses may be built without
Side Yards where there is Lane
access.
Lots with Lane Access require a
Side Yard clearance of 3 m (9.84 ft).
In the case of an attached Garage, a
rear door with a minimum width of
2.7 m (8.86 ft.) and a height 2.1 m
(6.89 ft.) is required.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum
Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Irregular Lots
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.3 of this Bylaw or an approved or an
approved Site Development Plan or
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
6.0 Land Use Districts Regulations
6.3.6 Residential - High Density (R2) District
County of Vermilion River
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Area Structure Plan.
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
3.5 of this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
11 m (36 ft.) or 3 Storeys
Communications Towers, maximum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by the
Airport Vicinity Area Overlay (Section
7.2.1), or where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Row Housing
Minimum Lot
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, who shall
have regard for the amenities of
the neighbourhood in which the
Site is located, and all other
applicable regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Density
15 Units per acre (37 Units per
hectare)
Additional Requirements
Each Dwelling Unit shall have an
outdoor living area immediately
adjacent to it and accessible to it
via an entranceway. The minimum
depth of this area shall be 7.6 m (25
ft.). Within this area, there shall be
a privacy zone measuring a
minimum of 4.5 m (14.75 ft.) in
depth, contained by a Fence with a
minimum height of 1.5 m (5 ft.).
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Apartments
Minimum Lot Area
800 m2 (8611 sq. ft.)
Landscaping
Each Development shall provide,
outside of required Side Yards,
landscaped area on the basis of the
following formula:
for each bachelor Dwelling
Unit - 18.5 m2 (200 sq. ft.)
For each one-bedroom
Dwelling Unit - 28.0 m2 (300
sq. ft.)
For each two-bedroom
Dwelling Unit - 70 m2 (750 sq.
ft.)
For each Dwelling Unit with
three or more bedrooms -
93.0 m2 (1000 sq. ft.)
Relating to Other Uses - at the
discretion of the Development
Authority
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
Outdoor
Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished products,
incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like equipment shall be permitted
unless such items are completely screened by fencing or structural enclosures from
adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be approved by the Development Authority
Fencing
Required along the Yard Lines of Lots or Parcels adjacent to a park or Municipal
Reserve Lot.
Maximum
Mixed-Use
Residential
Density
20 Units per acre (49 Units per hectare)
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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RESIDENTIAL - MULTI-FAMILY/MULTI-UNIT (R3) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to:
Provide the opportunity for the Development of serviced and un-serviced Residential
Multi-Unit Uses, and associated Subordinate Uses, within Residential Districts that
allow for Manufactured Home Community as a Permitted or Discretionary Use.
Provide affordable housing stock by allowing for the provision of Inclusionary
Housing, consistent with the provisions under Section 5.11 of this Bylaw and
provincial regulations, as applicable;
Ensure that new Units are in harmony with developed neighbourhoods; and
Allow Secondary Suites and Secondary Dwelling Units as a Subordinate Use to Single-
Unit Dwellings, consistent with provincial regulations and Secondary Suite Standards,
at the discretion of the Subdivision and/or Development Authority.
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
This District comprises all the land in the County of Vermilion River so designated on
the Land Use District Map.
PERMITTED AND DISCRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Common Property
Backyard Cottage
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses.
Backyard Cottage Use limited to:
Mobile Home.
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Manufactured Home
Child Care Facility
Manufactured Home
Community
Commercial Use
Commercial Use limited to: Uses
within the C2 District.
Protective and
Emergency Services
Day Care Facility
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Public Education Facility
Day Homes
Public or Quasi-Public
Building/Use
Existing Dwellings, as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw
Public Park
Family care facilities
Public-Serving Recreation
Area
Home Occupations, Minor
Public Utility/Building
Horticultural Development
Public Utility Use limited to: required
to serve the immediate area.
Public Education Facility
Office Use
Office use limited to Accessory Use
to Home Occupation Uses.
Residential Use
Dwelling, Cohousing
Dwelling, Modular or
Ready-To-Move
Dwelling, Semi-Detached
Home, Manufactured
Home, Mobile
Home, Tiny
Secondary Suites and
Secondary Dwelling Units
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
Secondary Units: one Unit per Main
Unit on a single Lot or Parcel.
Recreational Buildings
and Uses
Solar Collector, Roof Mount
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Signs
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Buildings and Uses accessory
to Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building
and Uses maximum size: at the
discretion of the Development
Authority.
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DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Communal water
supply and
sewage disposal
facilities:
1.2 ha (3 ac.)
All other Uses, as
required by the
Development
Authority.
Except where the Lot is subject to:
a man-made barrier, registered
in Land Titles, fragmenting the
quarter section, or
a natural barrier that physically
fragments the quarter section -
usually this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in the
County's Municipal
Development Plan respecting
the Subdivision of fragmented
areas, subject to an approved
Site Development Plan.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, subject to an
approved Site Development Plan.
Except for provincial Highways, which
are subject to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, subject to an
approved Site Development Plan.
At the discretion of the Development
Authority, structures constructed
adjacent to existing Similar Uses may
be built without Side Yards where
there is Lane access.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, subject to an
approved Site Development Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Irregular Lots
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, subject to an
approved Site Development Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 3.5 of this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Maximum
Height
5 m (16 ft.) or 1 ½ Storeys
Communications Towers, maximum 46
m (150 ft.)
Except for where restricted by the
Airport Vicinity Area Overlay (Section
7.2.1), or where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.
Standard Lots
Minimum Lot
Area
Communal water
supply and sewage
disposal facilities,
including 2-day
storage:
160 m2 (1,722 sq. ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
All other Uses, as required by the
Development Authority.
Minimum Lot
Width
Single Wide
10.5 m (34 ft.)
Double Wide
15 m (48 ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
All other Uses, as required by the
Development Authority.
Minimum Lot
Depth
Individual water
supply and sewage
disposal facilities:
34 m (110 ft.)
Communal water
supply and sewage
disposal facilities:
30 m (100 ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
All other Uses, as required by the
Development Authority.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Amenity
Area
10 m2 (108 sq. ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
All other Uses, as required by the
Development Authority.
Minimum Yards
3 m (10 ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
All other Uses, as required by the
Development Authority.
Minimum Buffer
4 m (13 ft.)
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
All other Uses, as required by the
Development Authority.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the
General Municipal Servicing Standards.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part
3 of this Bylaw and the County's
Municipal Development Plan.
Subject to the Additional Provisions in
Section 4.18, where applicable.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Outdoor
Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished
products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like equipment shall be
permitted unless such items are completely screened by fencing or structural
enclosures from adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be approved by the Development Authority.
Fencing
Required along the Yard Lines of Lots or Parcels adjacent to a park or Municipal
Reserve Lot.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Maximum
Mixed-Use
Residential
Density
15 Units per acre (37 Units per hectare)
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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CONTROL DISTRICTS
CROSSROADS DIRECT CONTROL (CDC) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow for additional provisions for direct control under Section
641 of the MGA for those areas where the County wishes to exercise particular control over the
Subdivision, Use, and Development of land or Buildings in accordance with the policies and
provisions of the Highways 16/41 Crossroads Area Structure Plan (Crossroads ASP), being Bylaw
No. 10-15, and any amendments thereto.
Council, at their discretion, who may delegate their discretion to the Subdivision Authority or
Development Authority, may allow for the Uses, Subdivision, and Development provided for
these lands within the Crossroads ASP without compromising urban growth patterns that may
extend into this District in the future.
The Crossroads Direct Control (CDC) District is not intended to replace the provisions and
policies within the Crossroads ASP. If there is a conflict, the more restrictive provision(s) shall
apply.
APPLICABILITY
This District applies to all the land in the County of Vermilion River designated as
Crossroads Direct Control (CDC) District on the Land Use District Map.
The regulations of this Section apply in addition to the other regulations of this Bylaw
within the Direct Control Crossroads Overlay identified on Map 2 - Future Land Use,
of the Municipal Development Plan.
The Crossroads Direct Control (CDC) District, if not showing on the Land Use map per
se, shall nonetheless include:
the lands within the Crossroads ASP boundary as indicated on Figure 12 of the
Area Structure Plan and will be assigned to these lands when the County
considers it appropriate to do so, a prerequisite of which being the submission of
Subdivision and/or Development Permit applications deemed by the County to
be in their complete form and consistent with the Crossroads ASP.
PERMITTED AND DICRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
All Uses and Development
over which the County has
jurisdiction and lawfully in
existence on Parcels existing
at the time this Land Use
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
Uses listed as Discretionary)
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses, including Uses
listed within the underlying and
Removed by
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
District was assigned and
came into force at the
discretion of the
Development Authority,
Uses listed as Permitted
under the following
Districts:
Business and Services (B)
Commercial (C1)
Commercial - General (GC)
Commercial - Limited (C2)
Industrial - Light (M1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Country Residential - Multi-
Lot (CR-M)
Country Residential - Single-
Lot (CR-S)
Residential - Low Density (R)
Residential - Medium
Density (R1)
Residential - High Density
(R2)
Manufactured Home
Community (R3)
Parks and Recreation (PR)
Under the following Districts:
Business and Services (B)
Commercial (C1)
Commercial - General (GC)
Commercial - Limited (C2)
Industrial - Light (M1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Country Residential - Multi-
Lot (CR-M)
Country Residential - Single-
Lot (CR-S)
Residential - Low Density (R)
Residential - Medium
Density (R1)
Residential - High Density
(R2)
Manufactured Home
Community (R3)
Parks and Recreation (PR)
abutting District, which conform to
the general purpose and intent of
this Land Use District and the
Crossroads Area Structure Plan.
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Where provided for within a
Designated District:
Office use limited to Accessory
Use to Home Occupation Uses
within Residential Districts.
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses
ancillary to the Main Use within
Non-Residential Districts.
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
Secondary Units: one Unit per
Main Unit on a single Lot or
Parcel.
Public Utility Use limited to:
required to serve the immediate
area.
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Signs limited to: Accessory to
Home Occupation Uses within
Residential Districts.
Warehouse Sales Establishment
limited to: less than 75% of sales
are wholesale.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Discretionary Accessory Building
and Uses maximum size: at the
discretion of the Development
Authority.
Removed by
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DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Less than 5 ac (2.02 ha),
in accordance with the
provisions of the
Highways 16/41
Crossroads Area
Structure Plan.
As required by the
Development
Authority.
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a Discretionary Use,
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the
Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum
Front Yard
From an Internal Road: 15 m (50 ft.) from
Property Line.
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property Line.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum
Side Yard
Un-serviced Commercial/Industrial: 6 m (20 ft.)
On Corner Lots:
From an Internal Road: 15 m (50 ft.) from
Property Line.
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property
Line.
Country Residential:
(a)
On Internal Road 15 m (50ft.) from
Property Line.
Except for an irregular
shaped Lot, which shall be
ten percent (10%) of the
mean Lot Width.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property
Line.
Minimum
Rear Yard
Un-serviced Commercial/Industrial: 7.6 m (25 ft.)
On Internal Road 15 m (50 ft.) from
Property Line.
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property Line.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
In accordance with the provisions of the
Designated District.
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain
bin or elevator, or where
restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13
has been granted.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section 3.5
of this Bylaw.
No more than 20% of Buildable
Area shall be covered by
Buildings, surface pavement or
other impermeable surfaces.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Design,
Character and
Appearance of
Buildings
The design, siting, external finish, architectural
appearance and Landscaping generally, of all
Buildings, including any accessory Buildings or
structures and Signs, and any reconstruction, shall
all be to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority, so there is conformity with adjacent
Buildings, and adequate protection afforded to the
amenities of adjacent properties.
As a condition of a Development Permit, the
Development Authority may require a letter of
guarantee or an irrevocable letter of credit in
order to secure compliance with any requirements
imposed.
Removed by
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Accessory
Buildings
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.2
or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
All loading areas must be
fully screened from adjacent
streets or sides by opaque
Screening consisting of
fencing, structures or
Landscaping.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.18 of
this Bylaw or an approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Signage
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.21 of
this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Domestic
Animals
No fur-bearing animals, fowl or Livestock other than Domestic Pets and horses may
be kept, in accordance with the provisions of the designated residential District.
Outdoor
Storage
Non-Residential Districts: Outdoor storage areas of material and equipment,
garbage, and waste material shall be screened from adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Residential Districts: No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or
semi-finished products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like
equipment shall be permitted unless such items are completely screened by fencing
or structural enclosures from adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding
lanes.
Vegetation
As a condition of approval, the Development Authority may require that an
approved Use or Development be screened from public thoroughfares and adjacent
Residential Uses by a solid wall, Fence or other means in a manner and to a height
satisfactory to them.
Removed by
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Temporary
Uses
The Development Authority may issue a Temporary Development Permit where the
Development Authority is of the opinion that the proposed Use is of a temporary
nature.
Approvals
Approval of Development within the District may be required by Provincial
Regulation and, if that is the case, issuance of such permit will be a requirement for
any Development Permit issued in this District.
To determine if the subject land is suitable for and can physically support/sustain the
proposed Use or Development in question, the Development Authority may require,
before accepting an application as complete, any geotechnical analysis or any other
engineering, environmental or technical assessment/information it considers
necessary to properly evaluate the application. The Development Authority will
ensure that the analysis/assessment/information they require is
prepared/substantiated by qualified Persons licensed to practice in the Province of
Alberta.
In the case of new Construction, the Development Authority shall require, as a
condition of approval, that a Surveyor's Certificate or Real Property Report, signed
by an Alberta Land Surveyor, relating to the Building(s) that is (are) the subject of the
Development Permit application, be submitted by the Owner/Developer upon
completion of the Building foundation and prior to commencement of framing or
further structural Construction to ensure that the Building(s) is (are) Sited according
to the provisions of the Development Permit and any other relevant provisions of
the Bylaw.
Applicants shall fully disclose the precise nature and extent of the proposed Use,
Subdivision and/or Development, including intended hours of operation to the
level of detail determined by the Development Authority, so that their applications
can be thoroughly evaluated in accordance with this Land Use District.
The Development Authority may:
As a condition of approval, require that the applicant enter into a
Development agreement with the County pursuant to the Municipal
Government Act. To ensure compliance with the conditions in the agreement,
the County may be protected by caveat registered in favour of the County.
As a condition of approval, require financial guarantees, in a form and an
amount acceptable to the County, from the applicant to secure performance of
any of the conditions of the approval; and/or,
Revoke an approval in the case where satisfactory arrangements have not been
made by a Developer for the supply of water, disposal of sewage and Road
access, or any of them.
Application
Referral
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.15 of this Bylaw.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Special Uses
Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be governed by the regulations contained
in Section 5.3 of this Bylaw.
No activity may be undertaken that would, in the opinion of the Development
Authority, unduly interfere with the amenities or materially interfere with or
affect the Use, enjoyment or value of neighbouring properties by reason of noise,
smoke, steam, odour, glare, dust, vibration, Refuse matter, or other noxious
emissions or containment of hazardous materials.
The Development Authority may stipulate the times of the day or week during
which an approved Use or Development may operate as well as the length of time
its approval remains in effect.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these
regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and
similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and
housings, water tanks, stand pipes, and similar utility structures; and radio and
television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures.
Enforcement
If at any time, in the opinion of the Development Authority, any of the provisions
of this Land Use District have not been complied with, the Development Authority
may utilize the enforcement mechanisms available under the Municipal
Government Act.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
Removed by
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NORTH GATEWAY DIRECT CONTROL (NGDC) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to allow for additional provisions for direct control under Section
641 of the MGA for those areas where the County wishes to exercise particular control over the
Subdivision, Use, and Development of land or Buildings in accordance with the policies and
provisions of the North 41 Gateway Area Structure Plan (ASP), being Bylaw No. 10-11, and any
amendment thereto.
Council, at their discretion, who may delegate their discretion to the Subdivision Authority or
Development Authority, may allow for the Uses, Subdivision, and Development provided for
these lands within the North 41 Gateway ASP without compromising urban growth patterns
that may extend into this District in the future.
The North Gateway Direct Control (NGDC) District is not intended to replace the provisions and
policies within the North 41 Gateway Area Structure Plan. If there is a conflict, the more
restrictive provision(s) shall apply.
APPLICABILITY
This District applies to all the land in the County of Vermilion River designated as
North Gateway Direct Control (NGDC) District on the Land Use District Map.
The regulations of this Section apply in addition to the other regulations of this Bylaw
within the North Gateway Direct Control (NGDC) District identified on Map 2 - Future
Land Use, of the Municipal Development Plan.
The North Gateway Direct Control (NGDC) District, if not showing on the Land Use
map per se, shall nonetheless include:
the lands within the North 41 Gateway ASP boundary as indicated on Figure 9 of
the Area Structure Plan and will be assigned to these lands when the County
considers it appropriate to do so, a prerequisite of which being the submission of
Subdivision and/or Development Permit applications deemed by the County to
be in their complete form and consistent with the North 41 Gateway ASP.
PERMITTED AND DICRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
All Uses and Development over
which the County has jurisdiction
and lawfully in existence on Parcels
existing at the time this Land Use
District was assigned and came
into force
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
Uses listed as Discretionary
under the following
Districts:
Business and Services (B)
Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses, including Uses
listed within the underlying and
Abutting District, which conform to
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, Uses
listed as Permitted under the
following Districts:
Business and Services (B)
Commercial (C1)
Commercial - General (GC)
Commercial - Limited (C2)
Industrial - Light (M1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Country Residential - Multi-Lot
(CR-M)
Country Residential - Single-Lot
(CR-S)
Residential - Low Density (R)
Residential - Medium Density
(R1)
Residential - High Density (R2)
Parks and Recreation (PR)
Commercial (C1)
Commercial - General (GC)
Commercial - Limited (C2)
Industrial - Light (M1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Country Residential - Multi-
Lot (CR-M)
Country Residential - Single-
Lot (CR-S)
Residential - Low Density (R)
Residential - Medium
Density (R1)
Residential - High Density
(R2)
Manufactured Home
Community (R3)
the general purpose and intent of
this Land Use District and the
Crossroads Area Structure Plan.
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Where provided for within a
Designated District:
Office use limited to Accessory
Use to Home Occupation Uses
within Residential Districts.
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses
ancillary to the Main Use within
Non-Residential Districts.
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
Secondary Units: one Unit per
Main Unit on a single Lot or
Parcel.
Public Utility Use limited to:
required to serve the immediate
area.
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Signs limited to: Accessory to
Home Occupation Uses within
Residential Districts.
Warehouse Sales Establishment
limited to: less than 75% of sales
are wholesale.
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Permitted Uses
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the
Main Building floor area.
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the
discretion of the Development
Authority.
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DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
Less than 5 ac (2.02 ha),
in accordance with the
provisions of the North
41 Gateway Area
Structure Plan.
As required by the
Development
Authority.
Except where the Lot is
subject to:
a Discretionary Use,
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies
in the Municipal
Development Plan
respecting the
Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum
Front Yard
From an Internal Road: 15 m (50 ft.) from
Property Line.
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property Line.
Except for provincial
Highways, which are subject
to Alberta Transportation
regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
Un-serviced Commercial/Industrial: 6 m (20 ft.)
On Corner Lots:
From an Internal Road: 15 m (50 ft.) from
Property Line.
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property
Line.
Country Residential:
On Internal Road 15 m (50 ft.) from
Property Line.
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property
Line.
Except for an irregular
shaped Lot, which shall be
ten percent (10%) of the
mean Lot Width.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum
Rear Yard
Un-serviced Commercial/Industrial: 7.6 m (25 ft.)
On Internal Road 15 m (50 ft.) from
Property Line.
Other Roads: 30 m (100 ft.) from Property Line.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
In accordance with the provisions of the
Designated District.
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain
bin or elevator, or where
restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay
(Section 7.2.1), or where a
Variance under Section 2.13
has been granted.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section 3.5
of this Bylaw.
No more than 20% of Buildable
Area shall be covered by
Buildings, surface pavement or
other impermeable surfaces.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Design,
Character and
Appearance of
Buildings
The design, siting, external finish, architectural
appearance and Landscaping generally, of all
Buildings, including any accessory Buildings or
structures and Signs, and any reconstruction, shall
all be to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority, so there is conformity with adjacent
Buildings, and adequate protection afforded to the
amenities of adjacent properties.
As a condition of a Development Permit, the
Development Authority may require a letter of
guarantee or an irrevocable letter of credit in
order to secure compliance with any requirements
imposed.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Accessory
Buildings
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.2
or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
All loading areas must be fully
screened from adjacent streets
or sides by opaque Screening
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
consisting of fencing,
structures or Landscaping.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.18 of
this Bylaw or an approved Site Development Plan or
Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Signage
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.21 of
this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments:
in accordance with an
approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Domestic
Animals
No fur-bearing animals, fowl or Livestock other than Domestic Pets and horses may
be kept, in accordance with the provisions of the designated residential District.
Outdoor
Storage
Non-Residential Districts: Outdoor storage areas of material and equipment,
garbage, and waste material shall be screened from adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Residential Districts: No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or
semi-finished products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like
equipment shall be permitted unless such items are completely screened by fencing
or structural enclosures from adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding
lanes.
Vegetation
As a condition of approval, the Development Authority may require that an
approved Use or Development be screened from public thoroughfares and adjacent
Residential Uses by a solid wall, Fence or other means in a manner and to a height
satisfactory to them.
Temporary
Uses
The Development Authority may issue a Temporary Development Permit where the
Development Authority is of the opinion that the proposed Use is of a temporary
nature.
Approvals
Approval of Development within the District may be required by Provincial
Regulation and, if that is the case, issuance of such permit will be a requirement for
any Development Permit issued in this District.
To determine if the subject land is suitable for and can physically support/sustain the
proposed Use or Development in question, the Development Authority may require,
before accepting an application as complete, any geotechnical analysis or any other
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
engineering, environmental or technical assessment/information it considers
necessary to properly evaluate the application. The Development Authority will
ensure that the analysis/assessment/information they require is
prepared/substantiated by qualified Persons licensed to practice in the Province of
Alberta.
In the case of new Construction, the Development Authority shall require, as a
condition of approval, that a Surveyor's Certificate or Real Property Report, signed
by an Alberta Land Surveyor, relating to the Building(s) that is (are) the subject of the
Development Permit application, be submitted by the Owner/Developer upon
completion of the Building foundation and prior to commencement of framing or
further structural Construction to ensure that the Building(s) is (are) Sited according
to the provisions of the Development Permit and any other relevant provisions of
the Bylaw.
Applicants shall fully disclose the precise nature and extent of the proposed Use,
Subdivision and/or Development, including intended hours of operation to the level
of detail determined by the Development Authority, so that their applications can be
thoroughly evaluated in accordance with this Land Use District.
The Development Authority may:
As a condition of approval, require that the applicant enter into a
Development agreement with the County pursuant to the Municipal
Government Act. To ensure compliance with the conditions in the agreement,
the County may be protected by caveat registered in favour of the County.
As a condition of approval, require financial guarantees, in a form and an
amount acceptable to the County, from the applicant to secure performance of
any of the conditions of the approval; and/or,
Revoke an approval in the case where satisfactory arrangements have not been
made by a Developer for the supply of water, disposal of sewage and Road access, or
any of them.
Application
Referral
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.15 of this Bylaw.
Special Uses
Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be governed by the regulations contained
in Section 5.3 of this Bylaw.
No activity may be undertaken that would, in the opinion of the Development
Authority, unduly interfere with the amenities or materially interfere with or
affect the Use, enjoyment or value of neighbouring properties by reason of noise,
smoke, steam, odour, glare, dust, vibration, Refuse matter, or other noxious
emissions or containment of hazardous materials.
The Development Authority may stipulate the times of the day or week during
which an approved Use or Development may operate as well as the length of time
its approval remains in effect.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these
regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and
similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and
housings, water tanks, stand pipes, and similar utility structures; and radio and
television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures.
Enforcement
If at any time, in the opinion of the Development Authority, any of the provisions
of this Land Use District have not been complied with, the Development Authority
may utilize the enforcement mechanisms available under the Municipal
Government Act.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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HIGHWAY DEVELOPMENT (HD) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to provide for establishments offering accommodations or
services to motorists, and to provide for non-pedestrian-oriented retail, wholesale, service and
repair activities, which do not contribute to the creation of unattractive, congested and
unsafe Highway conditions, while protecting Provincial investment in Highway infrastructure.
APPLICABILITY
This District applies to all the land in the County of Vermilion River within 800 m (0.5
mile) of the right-of-way of Highways 17, 41, and 45.
This District also includes some lands adjacent to provincial Highways, which may be
located within a Hamlet.
The regulations of this Section apply in addition to the other regulations of this Bylaw
within the Highway Development District identified on Map 2 - Future Land Use, of
the Municipal Development Plan.
PERMITTED AND DICRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agricultural Production
Animal Breeding and/or
Boarding Establishments
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Other Uses, which in the opinion of
the Development Authority are
similar to the listed Permitted and
Discretionary Uses, including Uses
listed within the underlying and
Abutting district.
Agricultural Support
Services
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Extensive Agriculture
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Farming
Day Homes
Highway Commercial
Use
Existing Dwellings, as of the date
of the approval of this Bylaw
Residential Uses limited to: maximum
one Main Unit per title.
Highway Services
Family care facilities
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Group care facilities
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area. Unless a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been granted.
Group Homes
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Guest Ranches
Home Occupations, Major
Home
Occupations
limited
to:
existing Residential Uses.
Home Occupations, Minor
Home
Occupations
limited
to:
existing Residential Uses.
Institutional Uses
Intensive Agriculture
Natural Resource Extraction and
Ground Disturbance Operations
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material
and equipment, garbage, and waste
material shall be screened from
adjacent
sites
and
public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Public education facilities
Public or Quasi-Public Buildings
and Uses
Public Utilities and Public Utility
Buildings
Recreational Uses
Recreational Vehicle
Campgrounds
Religious Assemblies
Rural Commercial Uses
Signs
Veterinary Clinic
Warehouse Facilities
Wind Energy Conversion System,
Large
Wind Energy Conversion System,
Micro
Wind Energy Conversion System,
Small
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Wireless Communications
Facility
Work Camp
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
In accordance
with the
provisions of the
Designated
and/or Abutting
District.
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject to:
man-made barrier, registered
in Land Titles, fragmenting
the quarter section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in the
Municipal Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or
an approved Area Structure Plan or Site
Development Plan, as applicable.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or
an approved Area Structure Plan or Site
Development Plan, as applicable.
Except for an irregular shaped Lot,
which shall be ten percent (10%) of
the mean Lot Width.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or
an approved Area Structure Plan or Site
Development Plan, as applicable.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Maximum
Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural structure
such as a silo, grain bin or elevator,
or where restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay (Section
7.2.1), or where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Subject to the Additional
Provisions in Sub-section1.1.1 and
Sub-section 7.2.2, where
applicable.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the
General Municipal Servicing Standards.
Outdoor
Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished
products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers, equipment, garbage, and
waste or like equipment shall be permitted unless such items are completely
screened by fencing or structural enclosures from adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be approved by the Development Authority.
Fencing
Required along the Yard Lines of Lots or Parcels adjacent to a park or Municipal
Reserve Lot.
Exceptions
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, no more than 3
Lots for Residential Uses may be allowed on that portion of NW 17-50-2-W4 lying
to the south of Highway #16.
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may be subject to special regulations
or conditions of approval, Uses that may produce, directly or indirectly, noise,
odour, fumes, dust, smoke, unsightly appearance, or other effects that may be
detrimental to other Land Uses adjacent or nearby a Designated Non-Residential
District.
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ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Special Uses
Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be governed by the regulations contained
in Section 5.3 of this Bylaw.
Maximum
Mixed-Use
Residential
Density
15 Units per acre (37 Units per hectare)
Application
Referral
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.15 of this Bylaw.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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HIGHWAY DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL PURPOSE (HDS) DISTRICT
The Purpose of this District is to provide for Development appropriate to areas that will
accommodate the future re-alignment and access management areas of Highway #16.
APPLICABILITY
This District comprises a 1.6 km (1 mile) wide area of land in the County of Vermilion
River along the patch where the future right-of-way of the Highway 16 re-alignment
will be located and those areas identified by the province to accommodate future
access points.
The regulations of this Section apply in addition to the other regulations of this Bylaw
within the Highway Development Special Purpose District identified on Map 2 -
Future Land Use, of the Municipal Development Plan.
Provincial regulations may regulate approval of Development within the District and,
if that is the case, issuance of such permit will be a requirement of any Development
Permit issued in this District.
PERMITTED AND DICRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Agricultural
Production
Animal Breeding and/or
Boarding Establishments
Other Uses, which in the opinion of the
Development Authority are similar to
the listed Permitted and Discretionary
Uses, including Uses listed within the
underlying and Abutting district.
Agricultural Support
Services
Bed and Breakfast
Establishments
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Extensive Agriculture
Bulk Fuel Storage and Sales
Farming
Day Homes
Highway Commercial
Use
Existing Dwellings, as of the
date of the approval of this
Bylaw.
Residential Uses limited to: maximum
one Main Unit per title.
Highway Services
Family care facilities
Buildings and Uses
accessory to
Permitted Uses
Group care facilities
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area. Unless a Variance
under Section 2.13 has been granted.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Group Homes
Guest Ranches
Home Occupations, Major
Home Occupations limited to: existing
Residential Uses.
Home Occupations, Minor
Home Occupations limited to: existing
Residential Uses.
Institutional Uses
Intensive Agriculture
Natural Resource Extraction
and Ground Disturbance
Operations
Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material and
equipment, garbage, and waste material
shall be screened from adjacent sites and
public thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Public education facilities
Public or Quasi-Public
Buildings and Uses
Public Utilities and Public
Utility Buildings
Recreational Uses
Recreational Vehicle
Campgrounds
Religious Assemblies
Rural Commercial Uses
Secondary Dwelling
Signs
Veterinary Clinic
Warehouse Facilities
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Large
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Micro
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Wind Energy Conversion
System, Small
Wireless Communications
Facility
Work Camp
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Discretionary Uses
Discretionary Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: at the discretion of the
Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
In accordance
with the
provisions of the
Designated
and/or Abutting
district.
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject to:
man-made barrier, registered
in Land Titles, fragmenting
the quarter section, or
a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually this
barrier cannot be crossed
with farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in the
Municipal Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or
an approved Area Structure Plan or Site
Development Plan, as applicable.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or
an approved Area Structure Plan or Site
Development Plan, as applicable.
Except for an irregular shaped Lot,
which shall be ten percent (10%) of
the mean Lot Width.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw or
an approved Area Structure Plan or Site
Development Plan, as applicable.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Maximum
Height
10.5 m (34.5 ft.)
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural structure
such as a silo, grain bin or elevator,
or where restricted by the Airport
Vicinity Area Overlay (Section
7.2.1), or where a Variance under
Section 2.13 has been granted.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3
of this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Subject to the Additional
Provisions in Sub-section1.1.1 and
Sub-section 7.2.2, where
applicable.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved
Site Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions
of Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the
General Municipal Servicing Standards.
Outdoor
Storage
No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or semi-finished
products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers, equipment, garbage, and
waste or like equipment shall be permitted unless such items are completely
screened by fencing or structural enclosures from adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Vegetation
The location of any shelterbelts shall be approved by the Development Authority.
Fencing
Required along the Yard Lines of Lots or Parcels adjacent to a park or Municipal
Reserve Lot.
Exceptions
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the contrary, no more than 3
Lots for Residential Uses may be allowed on that portion of NW 17-50-2-W4 lying
to the south of Highway #16.
Restricted Uses
The Development Authority may restrict, or may be subject to special regulations
or conditions of approval, Uses that may produce, directly or indirectly, noise,
odour, fumes, dust, smoke, unsightly appearance, or other effects that may be
detrimental to other Land Uses adjacent or nearby a Designated Non-Residential
District.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Special Uses
Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be governed by the regulations contained
in Section 5.3 of this Bylaw.
Maximum
Mixed-Use
Residential
Density
15 Units per acre (37 Units per hectare)
Application
Referral
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.15 of this Bylaw.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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URBAN GROWTH (UB) DISTRICT
The Urban Growth (UB) District aims to preserve Farmland from urban sprawl and promote the
efficient Use of land, public facilities, and services within County lands adjacent to incorporated
areas without compromising urban growth patterns that may extend into this District in the
future.
The Purpose of this District is to:
allow for additional provisions for those areas where a Decision Authority, in
accordance with the provisions in Section 1.11, wishes to exercise particular control
over the Use and Development of land and/or Buildings, including areas identified as
Urban Expansion (UE) in Intermunicipal Development Plans (IDPs) and Area Structure
Plans as well as lands previously designated as Controlled Urban Development (CUD)
and Urban Expansion (UE) Districts.
An Area Structure Plan (ASP) Bylaw may be approved to replace this Overlay and/or
to regulate Development within specific areas.
APPLICABILITY
This District applies to all the land in the County of Vermilion River designated as
Urban Growth District on the Land Use District Map.
The regulations of this Section apply in addition to the other regulations of this Bylaw
within the Urban Growth District identified on Map 2 - Future Land Use, of the
Municipal Development Plan.
PERMITTED AND DICRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
Uses listed as Permitted
under the following
Districts:
Business and Services (B)
General Commercial (GC)
Commercial (C1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Industrial - Light (M1)
At the discretion of the
Development Authority,
Uses listed as
Discretionary under the
following Districts:
Business and Services (B)
General Commercial (GC)
Commercial (C1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Industrial - Light (M1)
Other Uses, which in the opinion of the
Development Authority are similar to
the listed Permitted and Discretionary
Uses, including Uses listed within the
underlying and Abutting district.
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Where provided for within a
Designated District:
Residential Uses limited to:
maximum one Main Unit per title.
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PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
Manufactured Home
Community (R3)
Residential - Medium
Density (R1)
Residential - High Density
(R2)
Manufactured Home
Community (R3)
Residential - Medium
Density (R1)
Residential - High Density
(R2)
Office use limited to Accessory Use
to Home Occupation Uses within
Residential Districts.
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary
to the Main Use within Non-
Residential Districts.
Secondary Units: one Unit per Main
Unit on a single Lot or Parcel.
Public Utility Use limited to: required
to serve the immediate area.
Recreational Buildings and Uses
limited to: Parks and playgrounds.
Signs limited to: Accessory to Home
Occupation Uses.
Warehouse Sales Establishment
limited to: less than 75% of sales are
wholesale.
Manufacturing Uses are limited
pursuant to Section 4.7.
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Permitted
Uses
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and Uses
maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area.
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot Area
In accordance with
the provisions of
the Designated and
Abutting Districts.
As required by the
Development
Authority
Except where the Lot is subject
to:
a Discretionary Use,
a man-made barrier,
registered in Land Titles,
fragmenting the quarter
section, or
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a natural barrier that
physically fragments the
quarter section - usually
this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm
machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in
the MDP respecting the
Subdivision of fragmented
areas.
Minimum Front
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
Except for an irregular shaped
Lot, which shall be ten percent
(10%) of the mean Lot Width.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Rear
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved
Site Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum Height
In accordance with the provisions of the
Designated District.
Communications Towers, minimum 46 m
(150 ft.)
Except for an agricultural
structure such as a silo, grain bin
or elevator, or where restricted
by the Airport Vicinity Area
Overlay (Section 7.2.1), or where
a Variance under Section 2.13
has been granted.
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
3.5 of this Bylaw.
No more than 85% of
Buildable Area shall be
covered by Buildings, surface
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pavement or other
impermeable surfaces.
Except on Lots less than one
acre, no more than ninety
percent 90% coverage of
Buildable Area.
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.18 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Consistent with the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Accessory
Buildings
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 or Section 4.3 of this Bylaw, as
applicable.
Parking & Loading
Areas
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
All loading areas must be fully
screened from adjacent streets
or sides by opaque Screening
consisting of fencing, structures
or Landscaping.
Signage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.21 of this Bylaw.
Outdoor Storage
Non-Residential Districts: Outdoor storage areas of material and equipment,
garbage, and waste material shall be screened from adjacent sites and public
thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Residential Districts: No Outdoor Storage of articles, goods, materials, finished or
semi-finished products, incinerators, storage tanks, Refuse containers or like
equipment shall be permitted unless such items are completely screened by fencing
or structural enclosures from adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding
lanes.
Engineering
Design Standards
All improvements shall conform to the requirements of the County's General
Municipal Servicing Standards and be subject to the review and approval of the
Development Authority.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in accordance with an approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
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ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Development
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.9, Section 4.18, Section 4.19,
including Servicing provisions under Section 4.8 and all other provisions under this
Bylaw, as applicable.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in accordance with an approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Application
Referral
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.15 of this Bylaw.
Special Uses
Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be governed by the regulations contained
in Section 5.3 of this Bylaw.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these
regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and
similar architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and
housings, water tanks, stand pipes, and similar utility structures; and radio and
television towers and Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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OVERLAY DISTRICTS REGULATIONS
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ESTABLISHMENT OF OVERLAY DISTRICTS
Overlay Districts identify special provisions that are applied to Property within the overlay District
boundary in addition to those in the underlying base District to protect a specific resource or guide
Development within certain areas without disturbing the requirements of the underlying Use
district. In the instance of conflicting requirements, the stricter of the conflicting requirements
applies. Overlay Districts may incorporate within its boundary more than one underlying Land Use
District.
For the purposes of this Bylaw, the County of Vermilion River, in addition to the base Land Use
Districts on Part 6, incorporates the following Overlay Districts:
(a) Airport Vicinity Area (AVA) Overlay
(b) Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Overlay
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AIRPORT VICINITY AREA (AVA) OVERLAY
The Purpose of this District is to provide for the Development of land or Buildings within the
County in areas adjacent to an Airport and to encourage compatible Land Use Development
through the efficient Use of land, public facilities, and services without compromising the
operating utility of an Airport or its infrastructure.
An Area Structure Plan (ASP) Bylaw may be approved to replace this District and regulate
Development within specific areas.
APPLICABILITY
This District applies to all the land in the County of Vermilion River wholly or partly
within the 800 m (0.5 mile) Airport Protection Area boundary as designated on the
Land Use District Map, on Map 2 - Future Land Use, of the Municipal Development
Plan, and those areas adjacent to Airports identified either as Urban Expansion or
Airport Protection within Intermunicipal Development Plans (IDPs).
This Section applies to Development Permit applications in the part of the
Municipality within the Airport Protection Area notwithstanding:
1. that a Development Permit could otherwise be issued in accordance with this
Bylaw, or
2. that the Development is exempted under this Bylaw from requiring a
Development Permit.
The Airport Vicinity Area (AVA) Overlay, if not showing on the Land Use map per se,
shall nonetheless include areas of the County designated as:
1. the Vermilion Airport Vicinity Protection Area in the Town of Vermilion
Intermunicipal Development Plan;
2. the Lloydminster Airport Vicinity Protection Area in the City of Lloydminster
Intermunicipal Development Plan; and
other use sensitive areas described within an Airport Plan.
(c) The location of the Approach Surfaces and Transitional Surfaces applicable to Airport Protection
Areas are shown in Figure 12. If there is a conflict between the description of the Approach
Surfaces and transitional surfaces in this Section and their location on an Airport Plan, the more
restrictive provision(s) shall apply. Uses not listed as a Permitted or Discretionary in this section
are not allowed on lands to which this section applies.
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DEFINITIONS IN THIS SECTION
The following Obstacle Limitation Surfaces are specific to this Section:
1. "AIRPORT (AERODROME) REFERENCE POINT" means the centre point of an
Airport, located at the geometric centre of all the usable runways. The ARP is
computed as a weighted average of the end of runway coordinates as shown in
Figure 12.
2. "APPROACH SURFACE" means:
a. For a Precision Instrument Runway, a surface longitudinally centered
on the extended runway centerline, beginning at the end of the
Primary Surface and extending outward and upward as shown in
Figure 12. Airport Obstacle Limitation Surfaces.
b. For a Non-Precision Instrument Runway, a surface longitudinally
centered on the extended centerline of the runway, beginning at the
end of the Primary Surface. Primary Surface width at end adjacent to
runway end and flaring to 4,000 feet at a distance of 10,000 ft. from
the end of the Primary Surface as shown in Figure 12.
3. "BASIC STRIP (RUNWAY STRIP)" means: A defined area including the runway, and
stopway if provided, intended to reduce the risk of damage to aircraft running off
a runway and to protect aircraft flying over it during takeoff or landing operations
as shown in Figure 12.
4. "OUTER SURFACE" means an imaginary surface located above and in the
immediate vicinity of the Airport as shown in Figure 12.
5. "PROTECTION AREA" means the Vermilion Airport Vicinity Protection Area and
the Lloydminster Airport Vicinity Protection Area, as described in the respective
Intermunicipal Development Plan and paragraph (f) below.
6. "TRANSITIONAL SURFACE" means a complex surface along the sides of the
runway strip and part of the sides of the Approach Surface that slopes up to the
outer surface. Its purpose is to ensure the safety of aircraft at low altitudes
displaced from the runway centre line in the Approach or missed Approach phase
as shown in Figure 12.
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Figure 12. Airport Obstacle Limitation Surfaces.
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PERMITTED AND DICRETIONARY USES
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
USES NOT LISTED/LIMITATIONS
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, Uses
listed as Permitted under the
following Districts:
Business and Services (B)
Commercial - General (GC)
Commercial (C1)
Industrial - Light (M1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Parks and Recreation (PR)
At the discretion of the
Development Authority, Uses
listed as Discretionary under
the following Districts:
Business and Services (B)
General Commercial (GC)
Commercial (C1)
Industrial - Light (M1)
Industrial - Medium (M)
Parks and Recreation (PR)
Other Uses, which in the opinion of the
Development Authority are similar to
the listed Permitted and Discretionary
Uses, including Uses listed within the
underlying and Abutting district.
Other existing Uses limited to: non-
conforming.
Manufacturing Uses are limited
pursuant to Section 4.7.
Office use limited to Business and
Professional Services uses ancillary to
the Main Use.
Buildings and Uses accessory to
Permitted Uses
Buildings and Uses
accessory to Discretionary
Uses
Permitted Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: 60% of the Main
Building floor area.
Discretionary Accessory Building and
Uses maximum size: at the discretion
of the Development Authority.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
ELEMENT
PERMITTED
DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Minimum Lot
Area
In accordance with
the provisions of the
underlying and
Abutting District.
As required by the
Development
Authority.
Except where the Lot is subject to:
a Discretionary Use,
a man-made barrier, registered
in Land Titles, fragmenting the
quarter section, or
a natural barrier that physically
fragments the quarter section -
usually this barrier cannot be
crossed with farm machinery.
the Subdivision of any
fragmented area shall be
governed by the policies in the
Municipal Development Plan
respecting the Subdivision of
fragmented areas.
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DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Maximum Site
Coverage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
3.5 of this Bylaw.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure
Plan.
Minimum
Front Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Except for provincial Highways,
which are subject to Alberta
Transportation regulations.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum Side
Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Minimum
Rear Yard
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw or an approved Site
Development Plan or Area Structure Plan.
For Multi-Lot Developments: in
accordance with an approved Site
Development Plan or Area
Structure Plan.
Maximum
Height
A Development Permit shall not be issued for
a Development within the Airport Protection
Area, if the highest point of the Development
will exceed in elevation at the location of that
point any of the following surfaces that project
immediately above the surface of the land at
that location:
the take-off/Approach Surfaces of the
runway of the Airport;
the transitional surfaces of the runway of
the Airport;
the outer surface.
For the purposes of regulating
height:
(i) if the proposed
Development is a railway,
the highest point of the
Development shall be
deemed to be 6 m (19.7
ft.) higher than the actual
height of the rails, and
(ii) if the Development is a
Road, the highest point of
the Development shall be
deemed to be 4.5 m (14.8
ft.) higher than the actual
height of the part of the
highest part of the
travelled portion of the
Road.
Parking
Parking and loading requirements shall be
provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 4.15 of this Bylaw and the General
Municipal Servicing Standards.
All loading areas must be fully
screened from adjacent streets or
sides by opaque Screening
consisting of fencing, structures or
Landscaping.
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DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Subdivision
In accordance with the provisions of Part 3 of
this Bylaw and the County's Municipal
Development Plan.
Density Bonus
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.18
of this Bylaw or an approved Site Development
Plan or Area Structure Plan.
Accessory
Buildings
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.2 of this Bylaw.
Signage
In accordance with the provisions of Section
4.21 of this Bylaw.
Vermilion
Airport
Airport Vicinity Protection Area
Comprising the land in the County
of Vermilion River described below:
In Township 50, Range 6, West
of the 4th Meridian:
(i) North half of Section 27;
(ii) North half of the
Southeast Quarter of
Section 27;
(iii) South half of Section 34.
In Township 51, Range 6, West
of the 4th Meridian:
(i) Southwest Quarter of
Section 4;
(ii) South half of Section 5.
Height Limitations
Basic Strip
The basic strip associated with the
Airport runway is an area 304 m
(997.4 ft.) in width and 1314 m
(4399.6 ft.) in length, located as
shown in Figure 12.
Approach Surfaces
There is an Approach Surface
associated with each end of the basic
strip, and in each case the surface is
an imaginary surface consisting of an
inclined plane that:
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commences and Abuts the end of
the basic strip,
rises at an angle of 1.15 degrees
(1:50) measured from an
imaginary horizontal surface at
the elevation of the end of the
basic strip,
diverges outward on each side as it
rises, at an angle of 8.53 degrees
measured from the respective
projected lateral limits of the basic
strip and ends at its intersection with
the outer surface.
Transitional Surfaces
There is a transitional surface
associated with each lateral limit of
the basic strip, and in each case the
transitional surface is an imaginary
surface consisting of an inclined
plane that:
commences at and Abuts the
lateral limit of the basic strip,
rises at an angle of 8.14 degrees
(1:7) measured from the lateral
limit of the basic strip, and
ends at its intersection with the
outer surface or an Approach
Surface.
Outer Surface
The outer surface of the Protection
Area is an imaginary surface consisting
of a common plane established at a
constant elevation of 45 m (147.6 ft.)
above the elevation of the Airport
reference point.
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Lloydminster
Airport
Airport Vicinity Protection Area
Comprising the land in the County
of Vermilion River described below:
In Township 50, Range 1, West
of the 4th Meridian:
(i) Northeast Quarter of
Section 8;
(ii) East half of Northwest
Quarter of Section 8;
(iii) North half of Section 9;
(iv) North half of Section 10;
(v) Southwest Quarter of
Section 13;
(vi) South half of Section 14;
(vii) Northwest Quarter of
Section 14;
(viii) Section 15;
(ix) Section 16; and
(x) South half of Section 17.
Height Limitations
Basic Strip
The basic strip associated with the
Airport runway is an area 150 m
(492.1 ft.) in width and 1,820 m
(5,971.1 ft.) in length, located as
shown in Figure 12.
Take-off/Approach Surfaces
There is a take-off/Approach
Surface associated with each end of
the basic strip, and in each case the
surface is an imaginary surface
consisting of an inclined plane that:
commences and Abuts the end
of the basic strip,
rises at an angle of 1.15
degrees (1:50) measured from
an imaginary horizontal
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surface at the elevation of the
end of the basic strip,
diverges outward on each side
as it rises, at an angle of 8.53
degrees (3:20) measured from
the respective projected
lateral limits of the basic strip
and ends at its intersection
with the outer surface.
Transitional Surfaces
There is a transitional surface
associated with each lateral limit of
the basic strip, and in each case the
transitional surface is an imaginary
surface consisting of an inclined
plane that:
commences at and Abuts the
lateral limit of the basic strip,
rises at an angle of 8.14
degrees (1:7) measured from
the lateral limit of the basic
strip, and
ends at its intersection with
the outer surface or a take-
off/Approach Surface.
Outer Surface
The outer surface of the Airport
Protection Area is an imaginary
surface consisting of a common
plane established at a constant
elevation of 45 m (147.6 ft.) above
the elevation of the Airport
reference point and extending to
the outer limits of the Airport
Protection Area.
Approvals
Approval of Development within the District may be required by Provincial Regulation
and, if that is the case, issuance of such permit will be a requirement for any
Development Permit issued in this District.
Application
Referral
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.15 of this Bylaw.
Special Uses
Wind Energy Conversion Systems shall be governed by the regulations contained in
Section 5.3 of this Bylaw.
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DISCRETIONARY
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Outdoor
Storage
Outdoor storage areas of material and equipment, garbage, and waste material shall
be screened from adjacent sites and public thoroughfares, excluding lanes.
Exceptions
At the discretion of the Development Authority, the height provisions of these
regulations may be waived for church steeples, belfries, towers, cupolas, and similar
architectural features; flagstaffs, chimneys, elevator mechanisms and housings, water
tanks, stand pipes, and similar utility structures; and radio and television towers and
Antennas, and similar telecommunication structures.
Notwithstanding any other regulations of this Bylaw to the contrary, no Development
that conflicts with an Intermunicipal Development Plan should be allowed within AVA
Overlay.
Environmental
The Development Authority may require the submission of a storm water management
plan acceptable to the County prior to considering any approval of any Development.
The Development Authority may require as a condition of the approval of any
Development that the Developer provide or agree to being responsible for the
provision of whatever storm water management facilities the storm water
management plan may recommend.
Additional
Regulations
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4.7 of this Bylaw, as applicable.
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The purpose of the Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Overlay is to designate and describe
those areas within the County that possess physical and/or environmental characteristics that
require special consideration of applications for Uses, which might affect:
the Building or the land;
the management of surface or subsurface water;
safety of future land Occupants due to increased fire, flood, or other natural hazards
from the proposed Development;
the uneconomic extension of public facilities and services; or
the land has been designated as environmentally sensitive or significant by a federal
or provincial agency or in a regional plan.
Of specific concern is Development in flood-prone areas, landslide areas, and areas of steep
slope or unstable soils, wetlands, noise or other pollution of environmentally sensitive areas,
such as wildlife corridors/habitats. Other sensitive areas, like scenic view Sheds, also may
require careful assessment prior to alteration or impact. The most intensive Uses of these areas
will normally be for outdoor recreation activities or passive Uses not requiring significant
infrastructure such as Roads or utility services.
These areas may represent diverse types of land and possess varied physical and geographical
conditions and are an important physical, environmental, social, aesthetic, and economic asset
to both the residents and businesses in the County. The preservation of a balanced system of
Open Space will complement parks and trails and provide a visual relief of Development.
It is the intent of these regulations to permit the widest possible latitude in the Development
of land, while at the same time requiring design solutions, which will avoid detrimental impacts
on sensitive Natural Areas, as well as provide protection from adverse natural forces and
hazards.
The Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) is not intended to replace conservation Easements.
If there is a conflict, the more restrictive provision(s) shall apply. Uses not listed as a Permitted
Use or Discretionary Uses in this section are not allowed on lands to which this section applies.
APPLICABILITY
This Overlay applies to all the land in the County of Vermilion River designated as
Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA), including lands within 800 m (0.5 mile) of the
boundary of an ESA, on the Land Use District Map.
The regulations of this Section apply in addition to the other regulations of this Bylaw
within the Environmentally Sensitive Area Overlay identified on Map 2 - Future Land
Use, of the Municipal Development Plan.
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The Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Overlay, if not showing on the Land Use
map per se, shall nonetheless include areas of the County designated as:
1. 100-year Flood Plain;
2. Hazard Lands including areas unstable soil conditions, slopes in excess of 15%,
and areas subject to flooding;
3. areas of high-water table and ground water including wetlands, perched water,
drainage ways and swampy conditions;
4. other environmentally sensitive areas that may be described by metes and
bounds and included within a regional plan; and
5. lands within 800 m (0.5 mile) of the boundary of lands as described above.
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DEFINITIONS
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DEFINITIONS
Where a specific Use applied for generally conforms to the wording of two (2) or more Uses, the
Development Authority shall determine the Use that fits closest to the Development's character
and purpose.
The following words, terms, and phrases, wherever they occur in this Bylaw have the meaning
assigned to them as follows:
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"ABATTOIR" means an Abattoir as defined in the Meat Inspection Act.
"ABUT or ABUTTING" means immediately contiguous or physically touching, and, when used with respect
to a Lot or Site, means that the Lot or Site physically touches upon another Lot or Site sharing a Property Line
or boundary line with it.
"ACCESSORY BUILDING" means a Building separate and subordinate to the Main Building, the Use of which
is incidental to the Main Building and is located on the same Lot. An Accessory Building to a Residential Use
means a Garage, Carport, Shed, storage Buildings, hobby Greenhouse, sundeck, Patio, permanently installed
private swimming pool or hot tub, and similar Buildings. Where an Accessory Building is attached to the
Main Building by a Roof or an open or enclosed structure, except Carports where vehicular access to the Rear
Yard is not obstructed, said Accessory Building is part of the Main Building and not an Accessory Building and
shall, unless otherwise specified in this Bylaw, adhere to the Yard and other requirements for Main Buildings.
"ACCESSORY LIVING QUARTERS" means Development of an Accessory Use to a structure in which the Main
Use is Single-Detached Dwelling consisting of a self-contained Dwelling Unit that provides dependent Living
Quarters intended for the sole Occupancy of one (1) or two (2) adult Persons, which has access to the
adjoining Dwelling Unit. Accessory Living Quarters may be attached or located within the main Habitable
Dwelling Unit on the Lot and share some or all accessory areas with the main Dwelling Unit, including access
to grade, but may not provide kitchen facilities other than a bar sink and an under-counter refrigerator; no
cooking devices or other food storage facilities are permitted.
"ACCESSORY USE" see "SUBORDINATE USE"
"ACT" means the Municipal Government Act; RSA 2000 c. M26, as amended or repealed and replaced from
time to time.
"ADAPTIVE REUSE" means a process of retrofitting old Buildings for new Uses, which allows structures to
retain their historic or cultural integrity while meeting the needs of modern Occupants. Adaptive Reuse is
different from restoration or preservation. While a restoration or preservation project involves restoring a
Building to its original state, Adaptive Reuse actually changes the intent of a structure to meet the modern
needs.
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Still, some adaptive-reuse projects do include restoration of the Building's façade or parts of the interior to
look as it did in times past. Older Buildings often showcase aesthetics that modern Buildings simply cannot
afford. Built when skilled labor was cheap, these structures often boast a higher attention to detail than those
built today. Architectural elements include sculpted stone, columns and capitals, elaborate masonry, vaulted
ceilings, and carved wood, all of which can be prohibitively expensive today. Adaptive Reuse of such Buildings
allows a Building to retain much of its character and aesthetics by incorporating these elements into the new
framework.
"ADJACENT LAND" means land that is contiguous to a particular Lot or Parcel of Land; including land that
would be contiguous if not for a Highway, a river, stream, railway, Road, utility right of way, or reserve land
(see Figure 13), and any other land identified in this Bylaw as adjacent for the purpose of satisfying Adjacent
Land requirements.
Figure 13. Adjacent Land examples in rural and hamlet/multi-Lot residential areas.
"ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENT" means an establishment that provides live entertainment for
its patrons, which includes the display of nudity. Adult Entertainment Establishment does not include
Cannabis Lounge or Licensed Cannabis Retails Sales Establishment.
"ADULT USE" means any of the following: Adult Bookstore, Adult Motion Picture Theatre, Adult
Paraphernalia Store, Adult Video Store, and Live Nudity Establishment or any other business or establishment
characterized by an emphasis depicting, describing, or related to sexual conduct or excitement. For the
purposes of this definition, an Adult Use is any Use or combination of Uses that either have greater than
twenty-five percent (25%) of the subject establishment's inventory stock or twenty-five percent (25%) of the
subject Premises' gross Floor Area or 18.6 m2 (200 sq. ft.), whichever is greater, devoted to materials for sale
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or rent distinguished by or characterized by their emphasis depicting, describing, or relating to sexual
conduct or sexual excitement. Adult Uses shall require a minimum Separation of 300 m (984.25 ft) from a
school or Public Building or similar sensitive Uses.
"ADVERSE EFFECT" means one or more of the following:
impairment of the quality of the natural environment for any Use that can be made of it,
injury or damage to Property or to plant or animal life,
harm or material discomfort to any Person,
an Adverse Effect on the health of any Person,
impairment of the safety of any Person,
rendering any Property or plant or animal life unfit for use by man,
loss of enjoyment of normal use of Property, and
interference with the normal conduct of business.
"AFFORDABLE HOUSING" means Inclusionary Housing Dwelling Units that may be purchased or rented by
those who meet the Affordability Guidelines as established in the County of Vermilion River Inclusionary
Housing Bylaw, and whose expenditure for housing costs does not exceed 30% of the gross annual income
of an Owner and 28% of the gross annual income of a renter in the previous calendar year. Housing costs
includes: 1) for Owners: payments for principal and interest on a mortgage, Property taxes, and
Condominium fees, if any, or 2) for renters: rent including heat, furnishings, if provided, but not utilities.
"AGRI-BUSINESS" means those commercial or Industrial Uses, which may involve facilities or processes that
in the opinion of the Development Authority may not be able to co-exist compatibly in proximity to other
Uses or population concentrations due to the potential for an adverse environmental impact beyond the
immediate Site of the Agri-Business Use.
Such activities are characterized by wholesale or retail sales, and Outdoor Storage/display of agriculture-
related equipment, inputs, and products, Parking Areas, outdoor lighting, and signage, accessory structures
(e. g., facilities, workshops), generation of low to moderate traffic volumes, noises, odours, dust, or other
potential Nuisances associated with agriculture-related production or processing. Agri-Business may include,
but is not limited to, value-added or related businesses such as implement dealers, Veterinary Clinics, farm
machinery repair Shops, agricultural supply sales, marketing, storage, and distribution centers; plant and tree
nurseries and facilities for the processing of natural agricultural products or by-products, including fruits,
vegetables, silage, or animal proteins; the processing of raw materials or operation of an Industrial Park. Agri-
Business does not include Licensed Cannabis Storage and Distribution Facility.
"AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY" means an industrial activity involving the processing, cleaning, packing, or
storage of the results from Agricultural Production. Agricultural Industry includes, but is not restricted to,
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seed cleaning and/or processing plants and Grain Elevators, but does not include the manufacture of
processed foods resulting from Agricultural Production or Abattoirs, and does not include a Licensed
Cannabis Production Facility and/or Industrial Hemp Production Facility.
"AGRICULTURAL LAND, HIGHER CAPABILITY" means a quarter section consisting of at least 20.23 ha (50 ac.)
of land having a Farmland assessment productivity rating equal to or greater than 41%; or, if no rating is
available, at least 60% of its land area rated within Canada Land Inventory (C.L.I.) classes 1-3 for soil capability
for agriculture.
"AGRICULTURAL LAND, LOWER CAPABILITY" means a quarter section consisting of less than 20.23 ha (50
ac.) of land having a Farmland assessment productivity rating of less than 41%; or, if no rating is available, up
to 60% of its land area rated above Canada Land Inventory (C.L.I.) classes 1-3 soil capability for agriculture.
"AGRICULTURAL LOT OR PARCEL" means a Lot or Parcel for which the Owner can demonstrate that they
have been approved for the Alberta Farm Fuel Program, as provided for in the Fuel Tax Act, by providing a
copy of their current AFFB Registration Number.
"AGRICULTURAL OPERATION" means an Agricultural Operation as defined in the Agricultural Operation
Practices Act; (MGA, Part 17, Section 616(a). Licensed Cannabis Production Facility and/or Industrial Hemp
Production Facility are excluded from this Use.
"AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION" means the production of an Agricultural Operation. It shall also mean the
agricultural product storage, service facilities, and Farmsteads, which relate to the individual farm Unit.
Licensed Cannabis Production Facility and/or Industrial Hemp Production Facility are excluded from this Use.
"AGRICULTURAL SUPPORT SERVICES" means the Use of land and/or Buildings for the purpose of the supply
of goods, materials, or services directly and primarily to Agricultural Operations. This includes but is not
limited to the sale, servicing, and storage of seed, feed, fertilizer, chemical products, fuel, and agricultural
machinery, but does not involve Salvage Yards and, does not include a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility
and/or Industrial Hemp Production Facility and does not include the processing of raw materials or operation
of an Industrial Park. Agricultural Support Services does not include Licensed Cannabis Storage and
Distribution Facility.
"AGRI-TOURISM" means a range of tourist activities associated with working extensive Agricultural
Operations that may involve agricultural tours, special promotional events related to Agricultural Operations,
and on-site tourist accommodation for not more than forty-five (45) tourists and, does not include a Licensed
Cannabis Production Facility and/or Industrial Hemp Production Facility.
"AIRPORT" means any area of land or water, including the frozen surfaces thereof, or other supporting
surfaces used, or intended to be used, either in whole or in part for the arrival and departure or servicing of
aircraft, and includes any Building, installation, or equipment in connection therewith.
"ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEM" means any system that harnesses natural elements such as solar, water
(including rainwater) or geothermal sources to generate electrical, thermal, or mechanical energy and only
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utilizes renewable resources consistent with the Alberta Regulation 27/2008, Electric Utilities Act, Micro-
Generation Regulation. And does not include the use of rainwater for irrigation and watering of plants.
"AMUSEMENT ESTABLISHMENT, INDOOR" means a Development providing recreational facilities with table
games and/or electronic games played by patrons for entertainment. Indoor Amusement Establishments
may include billiard parlours and electronic games arcades with tables and/or games, and bowling alleys.
Indoor Amusement Establishment does not include Cannabis Lounge or Licensed Cannabis Retails Sales
Establishment.
"AMUSEMENT ESTABLISHMENT, OUTDOOR" means a Development providing recreational facilities
outdoors played by patrons for entertainment. Outdoor Amusement Establishments may include
amusement parks, go-cart tracks, and miniature golf courses. However, outdoor Amusement Establishments
do not include drive-in motion picture theatres, carnivals, or circuses.
"ANIMAL BREEDING AND/OR BOARDING FACILITY" means an establishment for the keeping, breeding,
housing, exercising, training, and/or raising of four (4) or more animals over six (6) months in age that are
not Livestock for profit or gain such as riding stables, Kennels, or similar facilities and uses; but shall not apply
to the keeping of animals in a Veterinary Clinic for the purpose of observation and/or recovery necessary to
veterinary treatment.
"ANIMAL HOSPITAL" means a Building used by veterinarians primarily for the purposes of the consultation,
diagnosis, and office treatment of Household pets, but shall not include long-term board facilities for animals
nor Kennels.
"ANTENNA" means a structure designed for receiving and transmitting communication signals.
"ANTENNA, AMATEUR RADIO" means an installation consisting of an Antenna array, mounted on a metal
tower or support structure, designed for receiving and transmitting radio signals by licensed Amateur Radio
operators. For the purposes of this Bylaw, an Amateur Radio Antenna is considered an Accessory Use.
"APARTMENT" see "DWELLING, APARTMENT".
"APPROACH" means an access/egress point from a Lot or Parcel of Land onto a Road or Highway built to the
specifications of the relevant approving authority (i.e. County of Vermilion River or Alberta Transportation).
"AREA STRUCTURE PLAN" refers to a statutory document as identified in MGA, Part 17, Section 633, which
provides specific direction, including policy statements, on how an area is to develop, identifying the specific
mix and Density of Land Uses, utility services, as well as layout of streets, blocks, and Lots needed to create
a well-designed and successful community, business, commercial, or industrial area. Proponents of Area
Structure Plans are directed to reference County Policy PD-011 for requirements in submitting an Area
Structure Plan and are encouraged to hold a pre-application meeting with the County.
"ARC, ROTOR" means the largest circumferential path traveled by the Blades in a large Wind Energy
Conversion System (WECS).
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"AUCTIONEERING ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development specifically intended for the auctioning of goods
and equipment, including the temporary storage of such goods and equipment. Auctioneering
Establishments do not include flea markets.
"AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR SHOP, HEAVY" means a Development where heavy Trucks,
agricultural equipment, Construction Equipment, and similar Vehicles are serviced or mechanically repaired
and where related accessories and parts are sold and/or installed.
"AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR SHOP, LIGHT" means a Development where automobiles,
motorcycles, snowmobiles, and similar Vehicles are serviced or mechanically repaired and where related
accessories and parts are sold and/or installed. Automotive and Equipment Repair Shop, Light include
transmission Shops, muffler Shops, tire Shops, automotive glass Shops, and upholstery Shops, but not body
repair or paint Shops.
"AUTOMOTIVE AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SALES/RENTALS ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development
where new or used automobiles, Trucks, motorcycles, snowmobiles, tent Trailers, boats, travel Trailers, or
similar Recreational Vehicles or crafts are sold or rented, together with incidental Maintenance services and
sale of parts. Automotive and Recreational Vehicle Sales/Rental Establishments include automobile,
Recreational Vehicle, and motorcycle dealerships and rental agencies.
"AUTO WRECKER" means a Use where the primary activity is the storage and wrecking of Vehicles, usually
for parts or scrap metal re-sale.
"AXIS ROTOR, HORIZONTAL" means a large Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS) that has the rotor
mounted on an axis parallel to the surface of ground.
"AXIS ROTOR, VERTICAL" means a large Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS) that has the rotor mounted
on an axis perpendicular to the surface of the ground.
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"BACKYARD COTTAGE" means Development of a Subordinate Use to a structure in which the Main Use is
Single-Detached Dwelling consisting of a self-contained Dwelling Unit that provides separate, independent
Living Quarters for one (1) Household. Backyard Cottages may be attached, detached, and provide kitchen
facilities, including cooking devices and 220-volt wiring. Backyard Cottages shall be located behind the Main
Building and shall be located on the same Lot or Parcel as the Main Use. Garden Suites, Tiny Homes, and
similar structures may be considered a Backyard Cottage at the discretion of the Development Authority.
"BARE LAND CONDOMINIUM" means a Condominium Development Subdivision containing Bare Land
Condominium Units, created specifically through Subdivision and registered as a Condominium plan in
accordance with the Condominium Property Act, RSA 2000, c. 22.
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"BARE LAND CONDOMINIUM UNIT" means a Bare Land Unit as defined in the Condominium Property Act,
RSA 2000, c. 22.
"BASEMENT" means the portion of a Development, which is wholly or partially below grade, having above
grade no more than 1.8 m (6.0 ft.) of its clear height lying below the finished level of the floor directly above.
The Use of a Basement as a Secondary or Accessory Dwelling or Accessory Living Quarters in an existing
house requires the Basement ceiling height to be 1.95m (6'-5") and must conform to Table 9.5.3.1 of the
Alberta Building Code, 2014 and be a minimum of 1.85m (6'-1") to the underside of beams and ductwork.
"BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development within a Dwelling that contains a Dwelling
Unit, where temporary sleeping accommodations, up to a maximum of three (3) bedrooms, with or without
meals, are provided for remuneration to members of the public. A Bed and Breakfast Establishment shall
not include a Boarding House.
"BERM" means a landscaped earthen mound that is utilized to attenuate the noise and visual effects of
Adjacent Land Uses and/or direct ground water flows as part of an engineered storm water management
system.
"BLADE" means an element of a large Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS) rotor, which acts as a single
airfoil, thereby extracting kinetic energy directly from the wind.
"BLADE CLEARANCE", in reference to a Horizontal Axis Rotor, means the distance from grade to the bottom
of the rotor's arc (see Arc, Rotor).
"BOARDING HOUSE" means a Building or portion thereof where meals are served for a remuneration
involving no more than three (3) Persons, exclusive of the Occupant and immediate family. For the purposes
of this Bylaw, Boarding Houses shall not include an eating or Drinking Establishment, a Drive-In Restaurant,
a refreshment stand, or other Similar Use.
"BUFFER" means Berms, fencing and planting with the function of Screening noise, views, dust, sprays, and
uses between properties where off-Site impacts may occur.
"BUILDING" includes any enclosed structure having a roof and walls constructed or placed on, in, over, or
under land, but does not include a Highway or Road or a bridge that forms part of a Highway or Road. Building
may also refer to the process or business of constructing something by putting parts or material together.
"BUILDABLE AREA" means the greatest horizontal area of a Building above grade within the glass line of
Exterior Walls, or within the glass line of Exterior Walls and the centerline of firewalls.
"BUILDING" includes a structure and any part of a Building or structure placed in, on, or over land whether
or not it is so affixed to become transferred without special mention by a transfer or sale of the land.
"BUILDING CONVERSION" means the act of changing an existing structure designed and built for non-
Residential Use to Residential Uses or to a non-Residential Use other than the existing one within those
allowed in the applicable Land Use District, but does not entail Structural Alterations to the existing structure.
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"BUILDING COVERAGE RATIO" means the sum of the ground Floor Areas of all Buildings on a Lot divided by
the area of the Lot, expressed as a percentage.
"BUILDING HEIGHT" means the vertical distance from the Established Grade to the highest point of a
Building, excluding a stairway entrance, an elevator housing, a mechanical skylight, ventilating fan, chimney,
steeple, firewall, parapet wall, flagpole, radio Antenna, or similar device not structurally essential to the
Building (see Figure 14).
Figure 14. Building Height.
"BUILDING MATERIAL" means all material accumulated on Premises while constructing, altering, repairing,
or demolishing any structure and includes, but is not limited to, earth, wood debris, vegetation, or rock
displaced during such Construction, alteration, or repair.
"BUILDING REHABILITATION" means the alteration, rehabilitation, Renovation, repair, addition, or change in
Use of an existing Building that entails Structural Alterations to the existing structure but does not include
demolition of an existing structure. Building Rehabilitation does not apply to new Construction.
"BUILDING SEPARATION" means the minimum distance between two Abutting Buildings measured from the
final finish of Exterior Walls.
"BULK FUEL STORAGE AND SALES" means lands, Buildings, and structures for the storage and distribution of
fuels and oils including retail sales and key lock operations.
"BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development providing support services to
businesses. Business Support Services Establishments are characterized by one or more of the following
features: the use of minor mechanical equipment for printing, duplicating, binding or photographic
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processing; the provision of office Maintenance or custodial services; the provision of office security; or the
sale, rental, repair or servicing of office equipment, furniture, and machines. Business Support Services
Establishments include printing establishments, film processing establishments, janitorial firms, and office
equipment sales and repair establishments.
"BOULEVARD" means 'Boulevard' as defined in the Traffic Safety Act, RSA 2000, as amended. A Boulevard
may have trees, grass, or flowers planted down its center or along its sides.
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"CABIN" means a one-room structure (not including a washroom, bathroom, or toilet) intended for short-
term Occupancy, often rented for a short amount of time to the traveling or vacationing public. Cabin does
not include Manufactured Homes, Recreational Vehicles, Motor Homes, and similar Recreational Vehicles,
nor Backyard Cottage, Tiny Home, Boarding House or Similar Uses.
"CAMPGROUND" means a Multi-Lot Development where tents are erected and/or Recreational Vehicles are
parked for the purpose of overnight or short-term accommodation. A Campground includes any Building,
structure, tent, Vehicle, or enclosure accessory to the Main Use that is located on the land and used as an
integral part of the Campground such as washhouses, gazebos, picnic shelters, etc.
"CAMPSITE" means a Multi-Lot Development of a specified area or Site within a Campground or other
recreational area intended for Occupancy by tents, tent Trailers, Recreational Vehicles, campers, Motor
Homes, or other similar Recreational Vehicles on a limited, short-term basis. This does not include Sites,
Lots, or Parcels for Manufactured Homes, Cabins, Motels, Hotels, or Boarding Houses.
"CANNABIS" means Cannabis plant, fresh Cannabis, dried Cannabis, Cannabis oil and Cannabis plant seeds
and any other substance defined as Cannabis in the Cannabis Act and its regulations, as amended from time
to time, and includes edible products that contain Cannabis. This excludes Industrial Hemp licensed or
exempt by the federal government under the Industrial Hemp Regulations (or other applicable Acts or
regulations at the time of application).
"CANNABIS, NON-MEDICINAL" means Cannabis for recreational purposes that is not prescribed by a health
care practitioner as defined by provincial or federal legislation.
"CANNABIS, MEDICINAL" means Cannabis prescribed by a health care practitioner as defined by provincial
or federal legislation.
"CANNABIS ACCESSORY" means Cannabis Accessory as defined in the Cannabis Act (Canada) and its
regulations, as amended from time to time and includes, but is not limited to; rolling papers or wraps,
holders, pipes, water pipes, bongs, vaporizers, or anything that is deemed to be used in the consumption of
Cannabis.
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"CANNABIS ACCESSORY STORE" means a retail store unlicensed by the Province of Alberta where Cannabis
Accessories are sold at the Premises and does not include the sale of Cannabis Products nor does include
Cannabis Lounge.
"CANNABIS PRODUCTS" means Cannabis processed for smoking, growing, dabbing, vaping, wearing, eating,
storing, or otherwise consumed; and concentrates including edibles, extracts, and topicals.
"CANNABIS LOUNGE" means a Development where the primary purpose of the facility is the sale of Cannabis
to the eligible public, for the consumption within the Premises that is authorized by provincial or federal
legislation. This does not include Cannabis production and distribution
"CARPORT" means a Roofed structure used for storing or parking not more than two (2) Vehicles and which
has not less than forty percent (40%) of its total perimeter open and unobstructed.
"CARRIER" means a company or applicant that provides wireless commercial or essential institutional
communications services.
"CEMETERY" means Development of land for the interment or entombment of the deceased, and may
include, at the discretion of the Development Authority, crematoriums, mausoleums, and memorial parks or
a Religious Assembly, and one attached or separate manse.
"CHILD CARE FACILITY" means a Development licensed by the Province that is intended to provide personal
care, educational services, or supervision, without overnight accommodation, for seven (7) or more children
at one time for more than three (3), but less than twenty-four (24) consecutive hours in a day. This definition
includes daycare centres, drop-in centres, nursery schools, playschools, and out-of-school care for the
provision of care before and after school hours, and during school holidays for both pre-school and school
age children but excludes family Day Homes.
"CLUSTERING" means a Building pattern concentrating single or multi-storied Lots or Units on a particular
portion of a Parcel. Clustering can have a variety of configurations, including independent, back-to-back,
interlocking, closed, or open clusters.
"CLUSTERED DEVELOPMENT" means the grouping of similar objects into a set. Clustered Development is
encouraged within Regional Planning Areas by Clustering Lots or Units together. Clustered Development may
incorporate incremental density up to the next level where servicing can support the additional demand.
Clustered Development incorporates Low Impact Development practices and requires preparation and
approval of a Site Development Plan or Area Structure Plan for Development that would create more than
four (4) titles per quarter section, consistent with the policies in the County's Municipal Development Plan.
(See Figure 15, a-b)
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Figure 15, a-b. Examples of Commercial/Industrial Cluster Developments.
(a) Industrial/Commercial Cluster Development Layout
(b) Industrial/Commercial Cluster Developments
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"CONDOMINIUM" means a form of legal Ownership, containing Units and Common Property, created
specifically through Subdivision and registered as a Condominium plan in accordance with the Condominium
Property Act, RSA 2000, c. 22.
"CONSERVATION AREA" means either an Environmentally Sensitive Area, Historic Resource Value Area, an
Agriculture Conservation Area, Open Space Reserve, or an area of similar interest where the County wants
to conserve and protect significant features through best management practices to prevent depletion, decay,
waste, or loss.
"CONSERVATION DEVELOPMENT" means the Subdivision of land for Residential Use Development that
dedicates at least 80% of the gross-developable area as Open Space, recreation, environmental, or
agricultural Uses, and which may have a higher net Density than conventional multi-Lot residential
Development s by means of Clustering. Conservation Development incorporates Low-Impact Development
practices and requires preparation and approval of a Site Development Plan or Area Structure Plan for
Development of more than four (4) Lots or Parcels. (See Figure 16, a-b)
Figure 16, a-b. Example of a Residential Conservation Development.
"CO-LOCATION" means locating jointly on a Site, tower, and accessory or ancillary buildings together with
other Wireless Communications Operators.
"COMMERCIAL STORAGE" means a self-contained Building or group of Buildings containing lockers available
for rent for the storage of personal goods or a facility used exclusively to store bulk goods of a non-hazardous
nature. This Use does not include Outdoor Storage and, does not include a Licensed Cannabis Storage and
Distribution Facility.
Conservation Spaces
(a) Conventional Subdivision layout
(b) Conservation Subdivision layout
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"COMMERCIAL USE" means a business through which products, services, or entertainment are available to
consumers, whether the public or other commercial establishments, and does not include the Manufacturing
of products. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Commercial Use shall include, in this Bylaw,
Uses such as Animal Hospitals, Bed and Breakfast Establishments, Business Support Services Establishments,
Campgrounds, Drive-In Businesses, Drive-In Restaurants, Eating and Drinking Establishments, Entertainment
Establishments, general retail stores, Greenhouses, Health Services, Highway Commercial Uses, Hotels,
Office Uses, Personal Service Shops, Recreation Camps, Recreational Vehicle Parks, and resorts. Commercial
Use does not include a Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment, Cannabis Lounge, or Medical Cannabis
Clinic.
"COMMERCIAL VEHICLE" means a motor Vehicle registered as a 'Commercial Vehicle' pursuant to the Traffic
Safety Act.
"COMMON AREAS" means amenities such as corridors, hallways, lobby, outdoor and/or indoor recreation
areas, laundry, or similar facilities provided for the comfort and use of all Occupants, Owners, tenants, or
users of a Building or Building complex.
"COMMON PROPERTY" means the components of a Multi-Unit project where use and Ownership is shared
amongst the individual Unit Owners, such as parking, lobbies, hallways, recreation facilities, etc.
"COMMUNITY GARDEN" means Property or Premises either public or private that are used for crop
Cultivation by individuals or collectively and may be divided into multiple plots.
"COMPOST FACILITY, CLASS I" means a 'Class I Compost Facility' as defined in the Waste Control Regulation.
COMPOST FACILITY, CLASS I does not include a residential composter.
"COMPOST FACILITY, CLASS II" means a 'Class II Compost Facility' as defined in the Waste Control Regulation.
COMPOST FACILITY, CLASS II does not include a residential composter.
"CONFINED FEEDING OPERATION" means a Confined Feeding Operation as defined in the Agricultural
Operation Practices Act.
"CONSTRUCTION" means the temporary process of demolishing or Building any structure, or repairing or
improving a Building that already exists, including Landscaping, home repair, Property improvement, and any
work in connection with that process. Construction includes all manner of Development as defined in this
Land Use Bylaw, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time.
"CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT" includes, but is not limited to trenching machines, concrete mixers,
backhoes and similar equipment.
"CONTRACTOR SERVICE, LIMITED" means a Development where electrical, plumbing, heating, painting, and
similar contractor services are provided, primarily to individual Households. In addition, where goods
normally associated with the contractor service may be stored and sold; where all materials are kept within
an enclosed Building; and where there are no accessory Manufacturing activities or parking or storage of
more than four (4) Vehicles.
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"CONTRACTOR SERVICE, GENERAL" means a Development where Building, concrete, Landscaping, electrical,
Excavation, drilling, heating, plumbing, paving, Road, oil field, pipeline, or similar services of a Construction
or industry services nature are provided, which have on-site storage of materials, Construction Equipment,
or Vehicles normally associated with the contractor service, and which is not a Limited Contractor Service.
Any sales, display, office, or technical support service areas shall be accessory to the Main Use only.
"COUNCIL" means the Council of the County of Vermilion River.
"COUNTRY RESIDENCE" refers to an individual, freestanding, unattached Dwelling Unit that is the Main
Building on a Lot but does not include Residential Uses in a hamlet.
"COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL LOT OR PARCEL" means a subdivided Lot or Parcel of Land, not including Lots within
a hamlet, on which the Main Use is a Country Residential Use. In the case of Vacant Lot, Parcel, and/or
Farmstead Separations, the Main Use will be a Country Residential Use under the Land Use District
designated at time of Subdivision.
"COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL USE" means Buildings used or designed for residence or limited Residential Use
compatible with the natural character of the terrain, generating a Density of not more than 0.25 du/ac.
"CULTIVATION" means prepare and use land to raise crops by ploughing it, planting seeds, and taking care
of growing plants. Cultivation does not include Cannabis or Industrial Hemp Cultivation.
"CULTIVATION, CANNABIS STANDARD" means a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility with a plant area over
200 m2 (2,153 sq. ft.), as indicated in a valid Cannabis Production Facility license.
"CULTIVATION, CANNABIS MICRO" means a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility with a maximum plant
area of 200 m2 (2,153 sq. ft.), as indicated in a valid Cannabis Production Facility license.
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"DATE OF ISSUE" means the date on which the notice of a decision of the Development Authority is
published, or five (5) working days after such a notice is mailed.
"DAY CARE FACILITY" means a provincially licensed Development providing daytime personal care,
Maintenance and supervision to seven (7) or more children under the age of eleven (11) years, by Persons
unrelated to the children by blood or marriage, but does not include overnight accommodation. Day care
facilities include day care centres, day nurseries, kindergartens, nursery school, play schools, and after-school
or baby-sitting programs that satisfy this definition. Day care facilities shall not include a Day Home, a Family
Care Facility, a Group Care Facility, or a school operated by a School Division.
"DAY HOME" means a provincially licensed facility operated from a Dwelling supplying childcare supervision
to a maximum of six (6) children under the age of eleven (11) years or senior citizens, including any resident
children and seniors, for periods of more than three (3) but not more than fourteen (14) consecutive hours.
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A Day Home may supply an outside recreation space that is both Fenced and gated and shall meet all fire
regulations and health regulations.
"DAY-TIME" means the period beginning at 7 a.m. and ending at 11 p.m. of the same day Monday through
Saturday.
"DECK" means any open structure attached to a Building having a height greater than 0.6 m (2.0 ft.) above
grade, and thereby requiring stairs and railings as outlined in regulations approved under the Safety Codes
Act. A Deck shall not have railings higher than 1.25 m (4.1 ft.) or a Roof nor can it have walls.
"DENSITY" means a measure of the average number of Persons or Dwelling Units per Unit of area.
"DENSITY BONUS" means an incentive for Developers to provide Inclusionary Housing, superior design
standards, and additional recreational amenities within a Development in exchange for greater Density level
than allowed under existing Land Use District.
"DESIGNATED DISTRICT" means the Land Use District assigned to land or Property within an area of the
county and subject to the regulations for the Designated District within this bylaw.
"DEVELOPED PARCEL" means a Lot or Parcel of real Property that has been altered by grading or filling of the
ground surface or by Development or any improvement or other impervious surface area.
"DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS" means those topographical features that present a barrier for the
Development of the land without it resulting in an adverse impact to the environment or an adverse impact
on the health and safety of Person or Property. Such topographical features that can present a barrier for
Subdivision or Development of land may include, but are not limited to, the following: treed areas, sloughs,
poor quality Farmland that is rocky or sandy land or slough areas, land with a Farmland assessment ratio of
41% or less, or slopes in excess of 15% or slopes that are subject to slippage or mass movement.
Development Constraints also refers to natural fragmenting features or topographical barriers identified by
the County of Vermilion River Municipal Development Plan.
"DEVELOPER" means an Owner, agent or any Person, firm, or company required to obtain or having obtained
a Development Permit to build on or improve on land or Property.
"DEVELOPMENT" means:
a Natural Resource Extraction or Ground Disturbance Operations, as defined and regulated
under this Bylaw and the provincial government, and the creation of either of them, or
a Building or an addition to or replacement or repair of a Building and the Construction or
placing of any of them in, on, over or under land, or
a change of Use of land or a Building or an act done in relation to land or a Building that results
in or is likely to result in a change in the Use of the land or Building, or
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a change in the intensity of Use of land or a Building or an act done in relation to land or a
Building that results in or is likely to result in a change in the intensity of Use of the land or
Building; or
the demolition or removal of a Building; or
the placement of an already constructed or a partially constructed Building on a Lot or Parcel of
Land; and
without restricting the generality of the foregoing, includes:
in the case of a Lot used for residential purposes, alterations made to a
Building or an additional Building on the Lot whether or not the Building is a
Dwelling or part of a Dwelling Unit,
in the case of a Lot used for other than residential purposes, alterations or
additions made to a Building on the Lot or a Use of the Lot which would
increase either the capacity of the Building or the intensity of Use of the Lot,
the display of advertisements or Signs on the exterior of a Building or on any
land,
any increase in the number of Households Occupying and living in any
Building or on any Site, and any Construction or alterations or additions
which would provide for an increase in the number of Households which
could Occupy and live in any Building or on any Site, including any increase
in the number of Dwelling Units in a Building or on a Site,
the placing of Refuse or Waste material on any land,
the Use of land for the storage or repair of motor Vehicles or other
machinery or equipment,
the continued Use of land or of a Building for any purpose for which it is
being used unlawfully when this Bylaw comes into effect,
the demolition or removal of a Building,
the placement of an already constructed or a partially constructed Building
on a Lot or Parcel of Land,
the Use of land for the parking of Trailers, bunk houses, portable Dwellings,
skid shacks, or any other type of portable Building whatsoever, whether or
not the same has been placed or affixed to the land in any way,
the removal of topsoil from land,
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the recommencement of the Use to which land or a Building has been
previously put if that Use has been Discontinued for a period of more than
six months, or
the Use of land for storage purposes or for the repair of equipment, Vehicles
or other kinds of machinery.
"DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY" means the Development Authority of the County as established by the
County's Development Authority Bylaw and appointed by Council.
"DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OFFICER" means the Development Authority Officer of the County as
established by the County's Development Authority Bylaw.
"DEVELOPMENT PERMIT" means a document authorizing a Development issued pursuant to this Land Use
Bylaw.
"DISCONTINUED" means the time at which, in the opinion of the Development Authority, substantial
Construction activity, or Use, whether conforming or not conforming to this Bylaw, has ceased.
"DOMESTIC PETS" means animals which are not Livestock as defined in the Agricultural Operation Practices
Act and that are often kept within a Dwelling Unit. Such animals include dogs, cats, and similar animals.
"DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development possessing a Class A--Minors Prohibited liquor license,
where the sale and consumption of liquor on Site are open to the public and where alcohol, rather than food,
is the predominant item consumed. A Drinking Establishment does not include an Entertainment
Establishment.
"DRIVE-IN BUSINESS" means a Development that serves customers traveling in motor Vehicles driven onto
the Site where such business is carried on, where normally the customer either remains in the Vehicle for
service, or parks the Vehicle for a short period for doing business at the Premises. Drive-in Businesses include
Service Stations, gas bars, Drive-In Restaurants, and drive-through Vehicle service establishments, such as
lubrication Shops, Recycling Depots, and Vehicle washing establishments.
"DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT" means an Eating and Drinking Establishment that is designed as a Drive-In Business.
Drive-In Restaurants may have one or more of the following features: car attendant services, drive-through
food pickup services, or parking primarily intended to allow for the on-site consumption of food within a
motor Vehicle.
"DUGOUT" means the Excavation of land that results in man-made features that entrap water and includes
Excavation for a water supply. At its deepest point, a Dugout shall have a depth of no less than 1.0 metre
(3.28 feet). Anything designed for a depth shallower than 1.0 metre (3.28 feet) may be considered an
ornamental pond for Landscaping purposes. Dugouts shall be in conformance with provincial legislation.
"DWELLING" means a Building or a portion of a Building containing one (1) or more Habitable Dwelling Units
and their respective Accessory Use areas such that each constitutes a complete Dwelling Unit, and which,
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except for Secondary Suites, Accessory Living Quarters, or similar, is not separate from direct access to the
outside by another separate Dwelling Unit.
"DWELLING, APARTMENT" means a Dwelling containing three (3) or more Dwelling Units but shall not mean
Row Housing.
"DWELLING, COHOUSING" means a Development that combines the privacy of Single-Family Dwelling Units
with extensive common facilities, such as kitchen, dining room, children's playroom, activity rooms, and
laundry facilities, thus enhancing a sense of community. Residents often come together to identify a Site and
raise predevelopment funds, making the Development process much different from the usual Development
of communities. Cohousing Dwellings shall be part of a community developed in a manner that is consistent
to this process. Dwellings within a community developed through a different process, but with similar
attributes, shall be considered "Cohousing inspired" communities.
Figure 17. Examples of Dwelling Types.
SINGLE-FAMILY FARM
RESIDENCE (A)
SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
DWELLING (CR-A, CR-M, CR-S)
SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
DWELLING (R)
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SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
DWELLING (R1, R2)
SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
DWELLING (R, R1)
SINGLE-FAMILY ATTACHED/SEMI-
DETACHED DWELLING -
DOUPLEX/FOURPLEX/ROW
HOUSING (R1, R2, R3)
COHOUSING DWELLING
(CR-M, R2,R3)
MULTI-FAMILY
DWELLING (CR-M, R2, R3)
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MANUFACTURED HOME
COMMUNITY (CR-M, R1, R2, R3)
APARTMENT DWELLING (R1,R2)
"DWELLING CONVERSION" means a change in the Use of a one (1) Household Dwelling or an accessory area,
such as a Basement or attic, within an existing one (1) Household-Dwelling into an additional Dwelling Unit
through only minor, non-structural modifications.
"DWELLING, DUPLEX" means Development consisting of a Building containing only two (2) Dwelling Units
placed, whether in whole or in part, side by side or with one (1) Dwelling placed over the other with individual
and separate access from grade to each Dwelling.
"DWELLING, FOURPLEX" means Development consisting of a Building containing only four (4) Dwelling Units
placed, whether in whole or in part, side by side or with one (1) Dwelling placed over the other with individual
and separate access from grade to each Dwelling.
"DWELLING, MODULAR" means Development consisting of a prefabricated Building(s) made of repeated
sections called modules. Modular Dwellings may contain one (1) or more Dwelling Units placed, whether in
whole or in part, side by side or with one (1) Dwelling placed over the other with individual and separate
access from grade to each Dwelling.
"DWELLING, MOVE-IN/RELOCATION" means the action of moving to a new place a Single-Detached
Dwelling, which was built to meet Alberta Safety Codes and Alberta Building Code Standards and has been
attached to a permanent foundation on the existing location for more than six (6) months, as defined in the
Alberta Building Code. Relocation does not include placement of a Manufactured Home or Modular
Dwelling.
"DWELLING, MULTI-FAMILY" means a Building containing three (3) or more Dwelling Units typically located
one over the other and including garden Apartments, Apartment Buildings, and Condominiums and that
share common walls or floor/ceilings with one or more Units. The land underneath the structure is not
divided into separate Lots.
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"DWELLING, SEMI-DETACHED" means Development consisting of one (1) Dwelling Unit placed, whether in
whole or in part, side by side or over the main Dwelling Unit with individual and separate access from grade
to each Dwelling.
"DWELLING, SINGLE-FAMILY" or "DWELLING, SINGLE-DETACHED" means a standalone Building consisting of
one (1) Dwelling Unit intended or designed as a residence for one (1) Household typically constructed on-
site. However, a Single-Detached Dwelling may be constructed in pieces off-site, or even in one piece, with
the piece(s) being transported to the Site for assembly on Site, and thus may be a Modular Dwelling.
"DWELLING, ROW HOUSING" means a Building designed and built to contain three (3) or more Dwelling
Units, each located on its Own Lot, with a separate exterior entrance at grade that shares no more than two
(2) party walls with adjacent Dwelling Units, and a vertical party wall that is insulated against sound
transmission separates the Units. Row Housing does not share common floor/ ceilings with other Dwelling
Units.
"DWELLING, STACKED ROW HOUSING" means a Development consisting of Row Housing, except that
Dwellings may be arranged vertically two (2) deep, so that Dwellings may be placed over each other. Each
Dwelling shall have separate and individual access, not necessarily directly, to Grade, provided that no more
than two (2) Dwellings may share access to Grade.
"DWELLING UNIT" means a self-contained Unit having sleeping, cooking, and toilet facilities, provides 220-
volt wiring, and including Accessory Use areas, such as closets, hallways, laundry rooms, storage rooms, and
utility spaces that is used or intended to be used exclusively for human habitation permanently, semi-
permanently, or seasonally for one (1) Household. This definition shall include Single-Family Dwellings,
Duplexes, Semi-Detached Dwellings, Row Housing, Apartments, Modular Dwellings, Mobile and
Manufactured Homes, and similar factory or Site-Built Housing types, but shall not include Recreational
Vehicles of any kind.
"DWELLING UNIT, MAIN" means a Residential Use that is the Main Use on a Lot or Parcel of Land.
"DWELLING UNIT, SECONDARY" means a standalone additional Dwelling Unit on a Lot that is separate and
subordinate to the main Dwelling, the Use of which is incidental to the main Dwelling, which has a permanent
foundation and is located on the same Lot or Parcel of Land. Secondary Dwelling Unit and not contained
within the same Building as the Main Dwelling or in an Accessory Building. A Secondary Dwelling Unit may
be a Manufactured Home, Modular or Ready-To-Move Dwelling, or a Single-Detached Dwelling, and includes
Backyard Cottages, Tiny Homes, and Accessory Living Quarters. Secondary Dwelling Unit does not include a
Secondary Suite.
"DWELLING UNIT, TEMPORARY" means a temporary, portable detached Dwelling Unit, located on a Lot
containing an existing Single-Detached Dwelling.
"DWELLING UNIT, HABITABLE" means those areas of a Dwelling Unit, usually of residential Occupancy, fit for
human beings to live in on a permanent or temporary basis that provide for living, sleeping, eating, or cooking
purposes, but does not include their Accessory Use areas, such as bathrooms, closets, hallways, laundry
rooms, storage rooms, and utility spaces.
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"EASEMENT" means a right to use land, generally for access to other Property or as a right-of-way for a Public
Utility.
"EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development where food and/or beverages are
prepared and offered for sale to the public, for consumption either on the Premises at an accessory, outdoor
on-site seating area or off the Site. An Eating and Drinking Establishment does not include either a Drinking
Establishment or an Entertainment Establishment unless otherwise provided for in an approved
Development Permit. Eating and Drinking Establishment does not include either an Adult Entertainment
Establishment or Adult Uses, nor does include Cannabis Lounge or Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales
Establishment.
"ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development where Persons are entertained by performance
acts, such as music, theatre, or the like. An Entertainment Establishment includes theatre, dancing, or
cabaret entertainment, whether recorded or live. An Eating and Drinking Establishment may contain within
it an Entertainment Establishment, but only if specifically provided for in an approved Development Permit.
Entertainment Establishment does not include either an Adult Entertainment Establishment or Adult Uses,
nor does include Cannabis Lounge or Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment.
"EQUIPMENT FABRICATION" means the assembly and required storage of industrial equipment, Trailers, and
other similar equipment and may involve a sales component.
"EQUIPMENT RENTAL ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development where tools, appliances, recreation craft,
office machines, furniture, light Construction Equipment, or similar items are rented and serviced.
Equipment Rental Establishments do not include Developments where motor Vehicles or industrial
equipment is rented or serviced.
"ESTABLISHED GRADE" means the average of the highest (A) and lowest (B) elevation of finished surface of
the ground where it meets the main Exterior Walls of a Building or the average elevation of the finished grade
of the ground immediately surrounding a structure, exclusive in both case of any artificial embankment or
entrenchment (see Figure 18).
"ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREA" means those areas:
designated as Hazard Land.
that perform a vital environmental, ecological, or hydrological function, such as
aquifer recharge;
that contain unique geological or physiographic features;
that contain significant, rare or endangered plant or animal species;
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that are unique habitats with limited representation in the region or are a small
remnant of once large habitats that have virtually disappeared;
areas that contain an unusual diversity of plant and/or animal communities due to a
variety of geomorphological features and microclimatic effects;
areas that contain large and relatively undisturbed habitats and provide shelter
habitat for species that are intolerant of human disturbance;
areas that provide an important linking function and permit the movement of wildlife
over considerable distances, including migration corridors and migratory stopover
points;
areas that are excellent representatives of one or more ecosystems or landscapes
that characterize a natural region;
areas with intrinsic appeal due to widespread community interest or the presence of
highly valued features or species, such as game species or sport fish; and
areas with lengthy histories of scientific research.
Figure 18. Established Grade.
"EXCAVATION" means any breaking of ground, except common Household gardening and ground care.
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"EXTENSIVE AGRICULTURE" means the Use of land or Buildings, including one Dwelling in connection with
an Agricultural Operation (predominantly pasture/forage) but not including Intensive Agriculture, a Confined
Feeding Operation, or similar activity, which requires either a registration or an approval under Part 2 of the
Agricultural Operations Practices Act. Extensive Agriculture does not include Licensed Cannabis Production
Facilities or Licensed Industrial Hemp Production Facilities.
"EXTENSIVE RECREATION" means a Development where the prime reason for location is to take advantage
of natural features including the availability of large areas of land to provide for non-facility oriented
recreational activities. In the context of a large area of land, that is, anything over 32 ha (79.1 ac.), Extensive
Recreation may include activities such as hunting, trail riding, snowmobiling, hiking, and other Similar Uses.
In the context of a smaller area of land, that is anything under 32 ha (79.1 ha), Extensive Recreation may
include the provision of opportunities for viewing nature, fishing, relaxation, and rest; and may or may not
include a Site where only one (1) or two (2) Recreational Vehicles or Campsites, and/or one (1) Cottage,
Single-Family Dwelling, or Manufactured Home may be located.
"EXTERIOR WALL" means the outermost point of a Building projection, including, but not limited to, bay
windows, oval windows, chimneys, and verandas, but not including Roof overhangs less than 0.6 m (2.0 ft.).
F
"FAMILY CARE FACILITY" means a facility that provides resident service in a Dwelling to six (6) or fewer
individuals who are not related to the resident Household. These individuals are physically handicapped,
aged, or disabled and in need of adult supervision for those reasons and are provided service and supervision
in accordance with their individual needs. This category includes foster or boarding homes for children, but
not Group Homes.
"FARM BUILDING" means "any improvement other than a residence, to the extent it is used for Farming
Operations", as defined in the Matters Relating to Assessment and Taxation Regulation. Farm Building refers
to an accessory Building that:
does not contain a residential Occupancy,
is used in connection with an Agricultural Operation and situated on the same Lot or Parcel of
Land in connection with such Agricultural Operations,
is not used or occupied by, or expected to be used or occupied by, the public or Persons, other
than the farmer or farmers that Own the Building, their immediate family, and/or their
employees, that may be in the Building from time to time during the natural course of Farming
Operations,
and the Building is used for:
housing Livestock,
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storing, sorting, grading, or bulk packaging primary agricultural products, or
housing, storing, or maintaining machinery associated with the operation of the farm
on which it is located.
"FARMING" means the Use of land or Buildings for an Agricultural Operation but does not include Intensive
Agriculture or Confined Feeding Operations.
"FARMLAND" means "land used for Farming Operations as defined in the regulations", as defined in the
Municipal Government Act and the Matters Relating to Assessment and Taxation Regulation, and is assessed
based on its productivity level based on regulated rates developed by Alberta Municipal Affairs.
"FARMING OPERATIONS" means "the raising, production and sale of agricultural products, as defined in the
Municipal Government Act and the Matters Relating to Assessment and Taxation Regulation, and includes:
Horticulture, aviculture, apiculture, and aquaculture,
The production of horses, cattle, bison, sheep, swine, goats, fur bearing animals raised in
captivity, domestic cervids within the meaning of the "Livestock Industry Diversification Act",
and domestic camelids, and
The planting, growing and sale of sod."
"FARM RESIDENCE" refers to an individual, freestanding, unattached Single-Dwelling Unit with
improvements accessory to the Dwelling Unit and situated on a subdivided Parcel of Land used in connection
with Farming or Agricultural Operations.
"FARMSTEAD, ABANDONED" means an unoccupied farmyard that contains two (2) or more of the following:
an abandoned residence, developed potable water source, an established sewage collection system, an
existing shelterbelt, or any other features that would indicate a previously developed Farmstead and situated
on a subdivided Parcel of Land used in connection with Farming or Agricultural Operations.
"FENCE" means a vertical physical barrier constructed to try to reduce sound or visual intrusion or to limit
unauthorized access.
"FLOOD PLAIN" means the area of land Adjacent to a water body or man-made body of water that has been
or may be covered by the 1:100 year flood or highest and most frequent rain event series relevant to flooding
of the land.
"FLOODWAY, 1:100 YEAR" means the channel of a river or stream and the parts of the Flood Plain adjoining
the channel that are reasonably required to efficiently carry and discharge the floodwater or flood flow of a
river or stream. Although it can be referenced to as a 1:100-year flood, this does not mean that it will occur
"FARMSTEAD" means a Development consisting of a Dwelling Unit together with i mprovements
used i n connection with Farming or an Agricultural Operation.
Amended by
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once every hundred years. A 1:100-year flood has a one percent (1%) chance of being equaled or exceeded
in any given year.
"FLOOR AREA" means the total area of all floors of a Building above grade measured from within the final
finish of Exterior Walls, but not including the Floor Area of Basements, attached Garages, Sheds, open
porches, or breezeways. All Dwelling Units in an Apartment shall be included in the calculation of Floor Area.
In the case of Attached, Semi-Detached, or Accessory Living Quarters, Floor Area shall be measured at the
centerline for shared walls.
"FRAGMENTED PARCEL" means a Parcel of Land or a portion of a Parcel of Land that is separated from the
balance of a titled Parcel by a natural barrier such as a river or a coulee, or by a physical barrier such as a
Highway, Road, or railroad, which impedes reasonable or normal access.
"FUR FARM" means any land, Building, or Premises used for the keeping, breeding, or rearing of furbearing
Livestock.
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"GAME FENCE" means a Fence specifically designed to keep exotic Livestock such as bison, elk, deer, llama,
emu, and similar animals within a confined space in an Agricultural Operation.
"GARAGE" means a Building to be used solely for the storage of Vehicles such as a passenger car, a Truck
with a gross Vehicle weight of two (2) tonnes or less, a Recreational Vehicle, a boat, or similar belongings.
"GARBAGE" means discarded or rejected ashes, bottles, metal cans or tins, crockery, glass, grass cuttings and
other garden Refuse, cloth, paper, food and food Waste, trees, branches, wrappings, sweepings and other
items of Household Refuse, but does not include human or animal excrement, or industrial/commercial
Waste or dead animals therefrom.
"GENERAL RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development where, among other goods, groceries,
beverages, Household goods, furniture, appliances, home improvement supplies, hardware, printed matter,
confectionary, tobacco, pharmaceutical, personal care items, automotive parts and accessories, electronic
equipment, recordings, office equipment, stationary, second hand goods, and similar goods are bought,
rented, and/or sold, except for any and all types of alcoholic beverages. Minor public services such as postal
services and film processing depots may also be provided.
"GEOTHERMAL ENERGY" means a renewable source of energy from a system (Geothermal Energy) that
employs the use of a heat pump to warm or cool air by utilizing the constant temperatures of the earth.
"GOVERNMENT SERVICES" means a Development where municipal, provincial, or federal Government
Services are provided directly to the public. Government Services do not include Protective and Emergency
Services, major and minor utility services, and public education facilities. Government Services may include
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government administration offices, courthouses, postal distribution offices, manpower, and employment
offices and social services offices.
"GRAIN ELEVATOR" means an agricultural facility designed to stockpile or store grain. Grain Elevator does
not include a Grain Handling Facility.
"GRAIN HANDLING FACILITY" means a facility for the cleaning, collection, grading, sorting, storage, and
transshipment of grains or other food crop. Grain Handling Facility does not include the Manufacturing,
processing, or wholesaling of Hemp, Cannabis, grains, or food crops.
"GRAVEL PIT" means an open pit mine for the long-term mining extraction of gravel.
"GREENHOUSE" means a commercial establishment, with or without a Building, where vegetables, flowers
and other plants are grown for sale as plants, and which may include a market garden or plant nursery, and
does not include a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility and/or Industrial Hemp Production Facility.
"GROUND DISTURBANCE OPERATIONS" means any work, operation or activity that results in the penetration
of the ground, whether using mechanical Excavation or hand tools, including driving posts or stakes, drilling,
digging, trenching, blasting, grading, and similar activities.
"GROUP CARE FACILITY" means a facility that provides resident services to seven (7) or more individuals of
whom one or more may be related. These individuals are physically handicapped, aged, or disabled, and in
need of adult supervision for those reasons and are provided service and supervision in accordance with
their individual needs. This category includes foster or boarding homes for children, but not Group Homes.
"GUEST HOUSE" means an accessory Building to a single-family Dwelling, which contains a Dwelling Unit or
part of a Dwelling Unit, which is used solely by members of the family or by temporary guests of the family
Occupying the Single-Family Dwelling.
"GUEST RANCH" means a working ranch where tourists are accommodated on a temporary basis for the
purpose of experiencing and participating in the daily operation of the ranch, and may include temporary
sleeping accommodation for no more than forty-five (45) tourists, physical/health fitness rooms and a
restaurant limited to the seating of no more than forty-five (45) guests.
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"HARDSHIP" means an existing condition that makes it onerous to comply with the regulations of the Land
Use Bylaw. This may be because of some unique aspect of the Property itself, be it shape or Development
Constraints whether natural or man-made. A Hardship does not relate to the personal needs of the
landowner and cannot be "self-created".
"HAZARD LANDS" means lands that are unsafe for Development in their natural state such as floodplains
and steep and unstable slopes; or that pose severe constraints on Development such as aeolian surficial
deposits (a deposit that forms as a result of the accumulation of wind-driven products of the weathering of
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solid bedrock or unconsolidated alluvial, lacustrine, marine, or other deposits); and permanent wetlands,
which may be prone to flooding, shoreline erosion, or slope instability hazards; or any hazard that may result
in life loss or injury, Property damage, social, and economic disruption or environmental degradation such as
Floodways and lands in proximity to water bodies; and water courses with slopes greater than 10%.
"HEALTH SERVICES" means a Development where physical or mental Health Services are provided on an
outpatient or on an in-patient basis. If the services are provided on an in-patient basis, the Use may also
include accessory staff residences. Such services may be of a preventative, diagnostic, treatment,
therapeutic, rehabilitative, or counseling nature. Health Services include medical, chiropractic, and dental
offices, health clinics and counseling services, hospitals, sanitariums, nursing homes, convalescent homes,
isolation facilities, psychiatric hospitals, auxiliary hospitals, and detoxification centres.
"HEAVY TRUCK AND EQUIPMENT STORAGE" means the on-Lot storage, inside a single accessory Building,
of heavy Trucks and equipment Owned and operated by a resident or residents of the Single-Family Dwelling
or Manufactured Home situated on the same Lot.
"HEAVY VEHICLE" means a Commercial Vehicle as defined in the Traffic Safety Bylaw (Bylaw 14-04, as
amended), but excludes farm equipment designed and intended for use in Farming Operations, other than a
Truck, Trailer or semi-Trailer, with or without a load, being or exceeding anyone of the following:
8 meters (26 ft.) in length, or
a registered gross Vehicle weight of 22,500 kg or more; or
tractor Units, which form by attaching as a power Unit to semi-Trailer(s); except a Truck, tractor
Unit, Trailer, motor bus, or semi -Trailer that is a public service Vehicle; or
Recreational Vehicles.
"HIGHWAY" means a Highway as defined in the Public Highways Development Act, R.S.A. 2000.
"HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL USE" means a Commercial Use intended to serve the motoring public and
includes, but is not limited to, service or gas stations, Drive-In Restaurants, and Motels.
"HIGHWAY SERVICES" means those facilities and services located on lands along a Highway or Road or at an
access point or Road, which cater to traveling traffic and the local infrastructure. Highway Services may
include rest areas, Maintenance Yards, emergency services, Signs, weigh scales, travel accommodations or
Campsites.
"HOME, GROUP" means a Building or portion of a Building used for the care or rehabilitation or adults or
children which is not predominantly related to age or a physical disability or the care or rehabilitation of the
aged or the physically disabled. Group Homes include halfway houses, addiction rehabilitation centres, care
which is an alternative to legal incarceration, or treatment for mental illness or mental instability.
"HOME, MANUFACTURED" means a detached, factory-built, Single-Family Dwelling placed on a permanent
foundation and manufactured in full compliance with both the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z-240
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MH National Mobile Home Standard and the Alberta Building Code (ABC), bearing a prominently displayed
CSA Z240MH Mobile Home label AND an Alberta Municipal Affairs label that certifies compliance to the ABC.
Notwithstanding the requirement regarding labels, should a Building not have a label, it can still be
considered a Manufactured Home for the purposes of this Bylaw should the inspection and upgrading
procedures outlined in Section 4.20(9) of this Bylaw be followed.
"HOME, MOBILE" means a Manufactured Home that is designed for transportation after fabrication on
streets and Highways on its Own wheels to the Site where it is to be occupied as a Dwelling Unit for one (1)
Household, ready for Occupancy except for minor and incidental unpacking and assembling operations,
location on permanent or semi-permanent foundations, connection to utilities and the like.
"HOME, MODULAR" or "READY-TO-MOVE" means a Single-Detached Dwelling constructed off-Site, and
under controlled conditions in large sections, but such sections or Units have neither chassis, running gear,
nor its Own wheels, and the sections may be stacked side-by-side or vertically. It does not refer to a type of
Dwelling, but rather to a method of Construction, and extends to Manufactured Homes, Mobile Homes, and
Single-Detached Dwellings.
"HOME, MOTOR" means a motor Vehicle equipped with Living Quarters behind the driver's compartment,
with kitchen facilities, beds, etc. for Recreational Use.
"HOME OCCUPATION, MAJOR" means Development consisting of the Use of an approved Dwelling and/or
accessory Building, by an Occupant of that Dwelling, for one or more activities in connection with any
occupation, trade profession, or craft carried on by an Occupant of a Dwelling as a Use secondary to the
Residential Use of the Building, and which does not change the character of or have any exterior evidence of
such secondary Use other than a Sign as allowed in this Bylaw, and would normally attract more than five (5)
clients per week, but does not include the on-site employment at the Dwelling or accessory Buildings of more
than two (2) paid assistants other than the Occupant and the Occupant's family. Major Home Occupation
does not include Licensed Cannabis Production Facility or Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment.
"HOME OCCUPATION, MINOR" means Development consisting of the Use of an approved Dwelling and/or
accessory Building, by an Occupant of that Dwelling, for one or more activities in connection with any
occupation, trade profession, or craft carried on by an Occupant of a Dwelling as a Use secondary to the
Residential Use of the Building, and which does not change the character of or have any exterior evidence of
such secondary Use other than a Sign as allowed in this Bylaw, and would not normally attract more than five
(5) clients per week, nor include the employment at the Dwelling or accessory Buildings of any paid assistant,
other than the Occupants of the Dwelling. Minor Home Occupation does not include Licensed Cannabis
Production Facility or Licensed Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment.
"HOME, PANELIZED" means homes built with pre-fabricated wall, floor and/or Roof assemblies. Panels may
be partially or fully completed in the factory, with windows, doors and siding often installed already. They
are shipped flat to the Site where they are assembled, and the home is finished inside and out. The use of
panels reduces on-site Construction time significantly. Panelized Home shall comply with the same standards
as a Manufactured Home.
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"HOME, PRE-ENGINEERED" means essentially "pre-packaged" homes. All major Building components are
prepared in the factory and shipped to the Building Site ready for assembly, including framing materials,
doors, windows, Roofing, siding, interior wall partitions and sub-flooring. The pre-engineered Building
system emphasizes precision design and pre-cutting and can be used for virtually any home design. Pre-
Engineered Home shall comply with the same standards as a Manufactured Home.
"HOME PARK, MANUFACTURED" means a Parcel of Land under single Ownership, which has been planned
and divided into rentable spaces or Lots for the long-term accommodation of Manufactured Homes.
"HOME, SITE-BUILT" means a Dwelling that is constructed primarily on the Site on which it is to be located.
Although some components may be prefabricated off-Site, the Dwelling is erected, framed, and finished by
workers on location using stock materials.
"HOME, TINY" means a Development intended for separate, independent Living Quarters for one (1)
Household that is a detached, self-contained Dwelling Unit the design and the structure of which, at the
discretion of the Development Authority, is compatible with the Main Building and the neighbourhood. Tiny
Home shall comply with the same standards as a Manufactured Home and shall be placed on a permanent
foundation. A Tiny Home, which is used as a Secondary Dwelling Unit in a hamlet or residential multi-lot
subdivision, shall be located behind the Main Building.
"HORTICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT" means the intensive growing of specialized crops, either enclosed or not,
and without restricting the generality of the above, may include:
Greenhouses;
Nurseries;
Tree farms;
Market gardens; and
Other Similar Uses.
Horticultural Development does not include a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility.
"HOTEL" means a Building containing Rentable Units, occupied or equipped to be occupied as a temporary
abode for tourists or transients, which also may contain a General Retail Establishment, a Drinking
Establishment, or an Eating and Drinking Establishment; however, a Hotel shall not include an Entertainment
Establishment unless specifically provided for in an approved Development Permit. A Hotel shall not include
a Work Camp.
"HOUSEHOLD" means:
a Person, or
two (2) or more Persons related by blood, marriage, a common law relationship, or adoption, or
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a group of not more than five (5) Persons who are not related by blood, marriage, or adoption,
all living together as a single housekeeping group and using cooking facilities shared in common. A Household
may also include bona fide servants, up to two (2) boarders or lodgers, or up to four (4) foster children.
"HOUSEHOLD REPAIR SERVICE" means a Development where goods, equipment and appliances normally
found within a Dwelling Unit may be repaired. Household Repair Services include radio, television, appliance
and electronics repair Shops, and furniture refinishing and upholstery Shops, but not Personal Service Shops.
Household Repair Services do not have any Outdoor Storage.
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"IDLE" or "IDLING" means the operation of the engine of a motor Vehicle while the motor Vehicle is not in
motion.
"IMPACT, SIGNIFICANT" means the presence or reasonable likelihood of Adverse Effects to occur upon a
Land Use as a result of an adjacent or nearby Development within the same or another Land Use. In
determining whether a Significant Impact will occur, the timing and magnitude of effects should be related
to the Land Uses normal use period(s).
"INCLUSIONARY HOUSING" means "Inclusionary Housing" as defined in the Municipal Government Act and
Regulation, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time.
"INDUSTRIAL HEMP" means an "approved cultivar" as defined in Industrial Hemp Regulations, as amended.
"INDUSTRIAL HEMP, DERIVATIVES" means a "derivative" as defined in Industrial Hemp Regulations, as
amended.
"INDUSTRIAL PARK" means an area designed and districted for the purposes of accommodating industrial
Cluster Development.
"INDUSTRIAL USE, HEAVY" means a Development which would be considered to be a Medium Industrial Use
except that, in the opinion of the Development Authority, the Development may not be able to co-exist
compatibly in proximity to other Uses or population concentrations due to: the potential for an adverse
environmental impact beyond the immediate Site of the Industrial Use; the potential for significant toxic or
noxious by-products such as air or water-born emissions; or the potential to emit significant noise, smoke,
dust, odour, vibration, etc., which may be Offensive or hazardous to human health, safety or well-being.
Heavy Industrial Uses also include the storage of toxic, flammable, or explosive products in significant
quantities; rendering plants, petro-chemical industrial establishments, and alfalfa processing plants or large-
scale Outdoor Storage that is unsightly or visually Offensive.
"INDUSTRIAL USE, LIGHT" means a Development that, in the opinion of the Development Authority, may be
able to co-exist compatibly in proximity to other Uses or population concentrations. Light industry is usually
less capital intensive than Heavy Industrial or Medium Industrial Uses and is more consumer-oriented than
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business-oriented. Light industries require only a small amount of raw materials, area, and power. Light
Industrial Use is where any of the following:
Processing of raw materials, and/or
Manufacture and/or assembly of semi-finished or finished goods, products, or equipment,
and/or
Cleaning, servicing, repairing, salvaging, and/or testing of materials, goods, and equipment
normally associated with industrial or commercial business, and/or
Cleaning, servicing, and/or repairing of goods and equipment associated with personal or
Household use, and/or
Storing and/or transhipping of materials, goods, and equipment, and/or
Distribution and/or sale of materials, goods, and equipment to institutions and/or industrial and
commercial businesses for their direct Use and/or to General Retail Establishments and/or
other retail establishments for resale to individual customers, and/or
Training of personnel in general industrial operations,
takes place in such a manner that, in the opinion of the Development Authority, an adverse environmental
impact is not created beyond the Building or structure in which the light industry is located. Light Industrial
Uses do not produce significant toxic or noxious by-products as a result of the activity generated by the Use
or Uses of the Lot, and said Use is compatible with other industrial and Commercial Uses in a concentrated
setting. Light Industrial Uses include motor Vehicle body and paint Shops, but do not include the preparation
of food and/or beverages for direct sale to the public.
Any indoor display, office, technical or administrative support areas or any retail sale operations shall be
accessory and subordinate to the Light Industrial Use activities identified above. The total Floor Area of such
accessory activities shall not exceed thirty-three percent (33%) of the total Floor Area of the Building or
Buildings devoted to the Light Industrial Use, except that this restriction shall not apply where, in the opinion
of the Development Authority, a significant portion of the industrial activity naturally and normally takes
place outdoors.
"INDUSTRIAL USE, MEDIUM" means Development that may involve the Manufacturing, processing,
fabrication, storage, transportation, distribution, or wholesaling of goods and services, and which does not
emit noise, smoke, odour, dust, or vibration beyond the boundaries of the Lot on which the Medium
Industrial Use is located. For the purpose of this Bylaw, dust refers to matter in fine, powdery, dry particles
produced as a direct result of the activity generated by the Medium Industrial Use on the Lot rather than
that produced because of travel that takes place to and from the Lot. A Medium Industrial Use may also
include the retail of goods and/or services to the public, so long as any such retail component is accessory to
the Main Medium Industrial Use. The total Floor Area of such accessory activities shall not exceed thirty-
three percent (33%) of the total Floor Area of the Building or Buildings devoted to the Medium Industrial
Use.
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"INDUSTRIAL VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT SALES/RENTALS ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development where
new or used Heavy Vehicles, machinery, or mechanical equipment typically used in Building, Road, pipeline,
oilfield, and mining Construction, Manufacturing, assembling, and processing operations and/or Agricultural
Operations are sold or rented, together with incidental Maintenance services and sale of parts. Industrial
Vehicle and Equipment Sales/Rental Establishments do not include Truck and Recreational Vehicle
sales/rental establishments or automotive sales/rental establishments.
"INSTITUTIONAL USE" means Development which is used for a public or non-profit purpose and, without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include such Uses as schools, places of Religious Assembly,
indoor recreation facilities, libraries, community centres, hospitals, public offices and senior citizen housing.
"INTENSIVE AGRICULTURE" means an Agricultural Operation that operates on an intensive basis, and due to
the nature of the operation, can use smaller tracts of land. Without restricting the generality of the
foregoing, this shall include nurseries, Greenhouses, and Kennels, but does not include Confined Feeding
Operations, and does not include a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility and/or Industrial Hemp Production
Facility.
"INTENSIVE RECREATION" means high-Density recreational activities such as fishing lodges, beach areas,
marinas, riding stables, racetracks, sports fields, golf courses, arenas, swimming pools, tennis courts, and
other similar activities.
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"KENNEL" means the grooming, boarding, or selling or any combination thereof, of Household pets. For
additional provisions applicable to Kennels, see "ANIMAL BREEDING AND/OR BOARDING FACILITY".
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"LANDFILL" means a 'Class I Landfill' as defined in the Waste Control Regulation. Landfill does not include a
land treatment facility, a surface impoundment, a salt cavern, or a disposal well.
"LANDFILL, CLASS II" means a 'Class II Landfill' as defined in the Waste Control Regulation.
"LANDFILL, CLASS III" means a 'Class I Landfill' as defined in the Waste Control Regulation.
"LANDSCAPING" means the modification and enhancement of a Site through the Use of any or all of the
following elements:
vegetation such as lawns, trees, shrubs, hedges, ground cover, ornamental plantings, or similar.
architectural such as Fences, Screening, walks, or other structures and materials used in
landscape architecture.
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"LAND SUITABILITY ANALYSIS" is a GIS-based process applied to determine the suitability of a specific Site
for considered Use, in other words it reveals the suitability of an area regarding its intrinsic characteristics
(suitable or unsuitable) for a specific Use (residential, non-residential). A Land Suitability Analysis (LSA) may
also consider other criteria, including environmental, social and economic factors.
"LAND USE" means the various ways in which human beings make use of and manage the land and its
resources for different types of activities, such as economic, residential, recreational, conservational, and
governmental purposes.
"LAND USE BYLAW" means a County Bylaw that divides the County into Land Use Districts and establishes
procedures for processing and deciding upon Development applications. It regulates the Use and
Development of both land and Buildings within the Municipality, in order to ensure orderly, efficient
Development. A Land Use Bylaw is required for every Municipality in Alberta as per the requirements in the
Municipal Government Act, as amended.
"LAND USE DISTRICT" means a classification that determines what type of activities are allowed to occur on
the land and properties located within an area of the County with the Use of land or Property within each
Land Use District being reasonably uniform.
"LAND USE, SENSITIVE" means land or Buildings where routine or normal activities occurring at reasonably
expected times would experience one or more Adverse Effects generated by a nearby Development. Sensitive
Land Uses may be a part of the natural or built environment. Sensitive Land Uses and associated activities
may include one or a combination of the following:
residences or facilities where people sleep (e.g., single and multi-Unit Dwellings, nursing homes,
hospitals, Trailer parks, camping grounds, etc.). These Uses are considered to be sensitive 24
hours/day.
a permanent structure for non-facility related Use, particularly of an institutional
nature (e.g., schools, churches, community centres, day care centres).
certain outdoor recreational Uses deemed by Municipality or other level of
government to be sensitive (e.g., Trailer park, picnic area, etc.).
certain Agricultural Operations (e.g. cattle raising, mink Farming, cash crops, and
orchards).
vegetation/wildlife habitats or corridors.
"LANE" means a right-of-way on which motorized Vehicles are normally allowed to operate which is 10 m
(32.8 ft.) or less in width.
"LATTICE TOWER" means a non-solid structure made up of vertical, horizontal and diagonal members
assembled in triangular or square faced sections that can be stacked to obtain height. The structure can stand
by itself (self-supporting), on a foundation, or it may be of the type requiring supporting assistance of cables
(guyed tower).
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"LIBRARY AND CULTURAL EXHIBIT" means a Development where literary, artistic, municipal, and/or similar
reference materials in the form of books, manuscripts, recordings, and films are stored, collected, available,
and distributed for Public Use, viewing, or enjoyment; or a Development where works or objects of historical,
scientific, or artistic value are collected, preserved and exhibited to the public. Libraries and cultural exhibits
include libraries, museums, and art galleries.
"LICENSED CANNABIS PERSONAL AND DESIGNATED PRODUCTION" means production of a limited amount
of Cannabis for an individual's own medical purposes. Licensed Cannabis Personal and Designated Production
requires the individual to register with Health Canada. An individual can also choose to designate another
person to produce a limited amount of cannabis for them. A single individual can produce a limited number
of marijuana plants under a maximum of two registrations (for one other person and themselves, or two
other people). Cannabis plants may be cultivated under a maximum of four registrations at one address. The
number of plants a person can grow is determined by the daily amount recommended by their health care
practitioner and a set of formulas in the regulations
A registered or designated person is permitted to cultivate Cannabis plants indoors and/or outdoors, but not
both at the same time. If a person wishes to cultivate Cannabis plants outdoors, the boundary of the land on
which the cultivation site is located cannot have any points in common with the boundary of the land on
which a school, public playground, day care facility or other public place frequented mainly by persons under
18 years of age. A registered or designated person is responsible for taking all necessary measures to ensure
the security of the Cannabis in their possession, in storage, and in the cultivation and production areas.
"LICENSED CANNABIS PRODUCTION FACILITY" means the Use of land, Buildings, or structures licensed
pursuant to the Cannabis Act, where Cannabis is grown for distribution (for medicinal, commercial, or retail
purposes), and typically includes cultivating, propagating and/or harvesting, destruction, sale, export, import
delivery, or transport of the Cannabis plant and Cannabis Products; including related testing and research
activities.
"LICENSED CANNABIS PRODUCTION FACILITY PREMISES" means a location registered under the Gaming,
Liquor, and Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Act, or as amended, as a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility;
and includes all areas of the Site that are used in the business operated at the Site, including offices, kitchens,
washrooms, storerooms, and including all public and private areas where individuals are permitted to be
present. Premises also shall include the Parking Areas and the landscaped areas located outside of the
Building or Buildings, which accommodate the primary activities of the Licensed Cannabis Production Facility.
"LICENSED CANNABIS RETAIL SALES ESTABLISHMENT" means a retail establishment licensed by the Province
of Alberta where Non-Medicinal Cannabis, Cannabis Products, and Cannabis accessories are sold to
individuals who attend at the Premises.
"LICENSED CANNABIS RETAIL SALES ESTABLISHMENT PREMISES" means a location registered and licensed
under the Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Act, or as amended, as a Licensed Cannabis
Retail Sales Establishment; and includes all areas of the Site that are used in the business operated at the
Site, including offices, kitchens, washrooms, storerooms, and including all public and private areas where
individuals are permitted to be present. Premises also shall include the Parking Areas and the landscaped
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areas located outside of the Building or Buildings, which accommodate the primary activities of the Licensed
Cannabis Retail Sales Establishment.
"LICENSED CANNABIS OR INDUSTRIAL HEMP PROCESSING, STORAGE, AND DISTRIBUTION FACILITY" means
the use of land, Building, or structures under a valid license issued pursuant to the Cannabis Act and/or
Industrial Hemp Regulations where Cannabis or Industrial Hemp is stored but not grown (be it either for
medicinal, commercial, or retail purposes), and may include processes such as the manufacturing, bulk &
retail packaging, sale, import, export, delivery, transportation, destruction, shipping, and distribution of
Industrial Hemp or Cannabis and Industrial Hemp or Cannabis Products or Derivatives.
"LICENSED INDUSTRIAL HEMP PRODUCTION FACILITY" means the Use of land, Buildings, or structures
licensed pursuant to the Cannabis Act and the Industrial Hemp Regulations, as amended, or any subsequent
legislation that may be enacted in substitution, and typically includes the cultivating, propagating and/or
harvesting, destruction, sale, export, import delivery, or transport of Industrial Hemp, including related
research activities.
"LICENSED INDUSTRIAL HEMP PRODUCTION FACILITY PREMISES" means a location registered under the
Industrial Hemp Regulations, or as amended, as an Licensed Industrial Hemp Production Facility and includes
all areas of the Site that are used in the business operated at the Site, including offices, kitchens, washrooms,
storerooms, and including all public and private areas where individuals are permitted to be present.
Premises also shall include the Parking Areas and the landscaped areas located outside of the Building or
Buildings accessory to the Licensed Industrial Hemp Production Facility.
"LICENSED MEDICAL CANNABIS CLINIC" means any business or enterprise whether or not operated for profit
intended to serve as a means of distributing or providing Cannabis for medical purposes as defined by
provincial or federal legislation.
"LIQUOR OR GAMBLING ESTABLISHMENT" means a facility licensed under the Gaming and Liquor Act, RSA
2000, and Regulation, as amended and repealed or replaced from time to time.
"LIQUOR SALES AND STORAGE ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development or a part of a Development used
for the retail sale of any and all types of alcoholic beverages to the public for consumption off Premises. This
Use may include the retail sales of related products such as soft drinks and snack foods.
"LIVESTOCK" means Livestock as defined in the Agricultural Operation Practices Act.
"LIVESTOCK SALES YARD" means any enclosed area of land, with or without Accessory Buildings or
structures, upon which Livestock is collected for sale or for market distribution.
"LIVING QUARTERS" means a self-contained Habitable Dwelling Unit, but does not include Basement, Garage
or Carport, Patio, or atrium.
"LOT" means a recognized Subdivision of Property with a written legal description that addresses permissions
or constraints upon its Development. It is common for a Lot and a Parcel of Land to share the same space
and have common boundaries, but this is not always the case. For instance, it is possible for a Parcel of Land
to contain more than one Lot, or portions of Lots. A Lot may be:
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a quarter section,
a river Lot, lake Lot, or settlement Lot shown on an official plan referred to in the Surveys Act
that is filed or lodged in a Land Titles Office;
a separate Ownership of a space or Unit within a Building or on bare land described in a
Certificate of Title, if the boundaries of the portion are described in the Certificate of Title by
reference to a plan of Subdivision;
settlement Lot shown on an official plan, as defined in the Surveys Act, that is filed or lodged in
a Land Titles Office; or
a portion of a Parcel of Land described in a Certificate of Title, if the boundaries of the portion
are described in the certificate of title by reference to a plan of Subdivision.
"LOT, AGRICULTURAL" means an unsubdivided Lot approved by the Alberta Farm Fuel Benefit Program
(AFFB), as provided for in the Fuel Tax Act, evidenced by a valid AFFB Program registration number.
"LOT, CORNER" means a Lot having frontage on two or more rights-of-way, other than lands, or in the case
of a Bare Land Condominium Development, a Unit as described in the Condominium Property Act having two
contiguous Property Lines Abutting Common Property used as Road access. For the purposes of this
definition, a Road shall not include a Lane (see Figure 20).
Figure 19. Illustration of Lot Definitions: Corner Lot, Double Fronting Lot, and Interior Lot.
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"LOT COVERAGE" means the percentage of a Lot covered by all Buildings on the Lot.
"LOT, DOUBLE FRONTING" means a Lot that Abuts two Roads, which has frontage on each Road; except
alleys as defined in the Traffic Safety Act, R.S.A. 2000, as amended, which are parallel or nearly parallel where
Abutting the Lot, but does not include a Corner Lot (see Figure 7).
"LOT, INTERIOR" means a Lot, which Abuts a Road only on the Front Line (see Figure 7).
"LOT, LAKE FRONT" means a developable Lot or Parcel that is adjacent to a river or water body or, whether
or not separated by a conservation or environmental reserve Easement.
"LOT LINE" means the boundary (Property) line of a Lot or Parcel of Land, including the Front Line, Rear Line,
and Side Line of the Lot.
"LOT LINE, FRONT" means the boundary line of a Lot lying adjacent to a Highway or Road. In the case of a
Corner Lot, the shorter of the two boundary lines adjacent to the Highway or Road shall be considered the
Front Line or as required by the Development Authority.
"LOT LINE, REAR" means the boundary line of a Lot lying opposite to the Front Line of the Lot and/or farthest
from a Highway or Road.
"LOT LINE, SIDE" means the boundary line of a Lot lying between a Front Line and a Rear Line on a Lot or
Parcel. In the case of a Corner Lot, the longer of the two boundary lines adjacent to the Highway or Road
shall be considered a Side Line or as required by the Development Authority.
"LOT, MINIMUM AREA" means the minimum area required to ensure there is adequate space to
accommodate the Building area, water, drainage or sewage disposal, and any required systems to provide
servicing after accounting for the Setback requirements from the County, relevant agencies, Provincial
policies, and any other applicable Setbacks or required Easements.
"LOT, RESERVE" means a dedication of land as outlined in the Municipal Government Act.
"LOT, SUBSTANDARD" means any Lot, which is smaller in area or in any dimension than the minimum area
or dimension stipulated in the regulations of the District in which the Lot is located.
"LOT, VACANT" means an unoccupied Parcel of Land, developed or undeveloped, at time of Subdivision.
"LOT WIDTH" means the distance between the Side Lines of a Lot measured at a distance from the Front Line
equal to the minimum required Front Yard for the applicable Land Use District where the Lot or Parcel of
Land is located. In a Lot with a curved Front Line, the Lot Width shall be measured from the mid-point of the
Front Line and the mid-point of the Rear Line, at a distance from the Front Line equal to the minimum
required Front Yard for the applicable Land Use District where the Lot or Parcel of Land is located.
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"LOW-IMPACT DEVELOPMENT (LID)" means a land-planning and engineering design approach to managing
storm water runoff, which emphasizes Use of on-site natural features to protect water quality. Low Impact
Developments are designed to reflect natural hydrology, minimize impervious surfaces, treat storm water in
small-decentralized structures, preserve portions of the Site in natural conditions, and use natural
topography for drainage ways and storage.
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"MAIN BUILDING" means a Building in which, in the opinion of the Development Authority, within the
Designated District is conducted the Main Use or Uses of the Site on which it is erected.
"MAIN USE" means a Use that, in the opinion of the Development Authority, within the Designated District
is the main purpose for which the Site is ordinarily used.
"MAINTENANCE" means the upkeep of the physical form of any Building that does not require a permit
pursuant to the Safety Codes Act. Maintenance may include painting, replacing flooring, replacing Roofing
materials, but will not include any activity that will increase the current habitable Floor Area.
"MANUFACTURING" means establishments engaged in the mechanical, physical, or chemical transformation
of materials, substances, or components into new products.
"MANURE STORAGE FACILITY" means a Manure Storage Facility as defined in the Agricultural Operation
Practices Act.
"MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT" means a Development designed to accommodate more than one type of Use
on the same Site or Building with no more than 60% of the gross Floor Area (GFA) devoted to any single Land
Use category (e.g., residential, commercial, industrial). The composition of Uses typically may be retail or
office on the main floor, with Residential Uses above. In these Developments, Residential Uses are not
generally considered appropriate to be on the same floor as Commercial Uses; however, Residential Uses
may be allowed on the main floor at the discretion of the Development Authority, and provided that the
Commercial Use is located at the street front and the Uses have separate entrances.
"MOTEL" means a Development where members of the travelling public are lodged for brief amounts of
time, normally not exceeding seven (7) days, in Rentable Units, and where access to each of the Rentable
Units is individually available from the outside, either at grade or via stairways. A Motel may include minor
Eating and Drinking Establishments and convenience retail stores, but shall not include a liquor store, an
Entertainment Establishment, or an establishment where there is a dance floor. A Motel shall not include a
Work Camp.
"MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT BOARD" means the Municipal Government Board established under Part 12 of
the Municipal Government Act and includes any panel of the Board.
"MUNICIPALITY" means the County of Vermilion River.
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"NATURAL AREA" means an area of land and/or water especially dedicated to the protection and
Maintenance of biological diversity, and of natural and associated cultural resources, and managed through
legal or other effective means. Areas such as groomed parks, recreational areas for sports, and schoolyards
are not included in this definition.
"NATURAL RECREATION USE" means a Natural Area for recreational Development conducted on a single Site
where the prime reason for location is to take advantage of natural physical features, including the availability
of large areas of land, to provide an area for Passive Recreation and a wilderness retreat with the exclusion
of Off-Highway Vehicles.
"NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION INDUSTRY" means Development for the on-site removal, extraction, and
primary processing of raw materials found on or under the Site. Typical Uses include gravel or Sand Pits, clay
pits, oil and gas wells, and stripping of topsoil. This Use does not include the processing of raw materials
transported to the Site and, does not include a Licensed Cannabis Production Facility and/or Industrial Hemp
Production Facility.
"NIGHT-TIME" means the period beginning at 11:00 p.m. and ending the following day at 7:00 a.m. Sunday
through Friday.
"NON-CONFORMING BUILDING" means a Building:
that is lawfully constructed or is lawfully under Construction at the date a Land Use Bylaw, or
any amendment thereof, affecting the Building or the land on which the Building is situated
becomes effective, and
that on the date this Land Use Bylaw becomes effective does not, or when constructed will not,
comply with this Land Use Bylaw.
"NON-CONFORMING USE" means a lawful specific Use:
being made of land or a Building, or intended to be made of a Building lawfully under
Construction, at the date a Land Use Bylaw, or any amendment thereof, affecting the land or
Building becomes effective, and
which on the date that this Land Use Bylaw becomes effective does not; or in the case of a
Building under Construction, will not; comply with this Land Use Bylaw.
"NUISANCE" means any act, deed, omission, or thing, which is, or could reasonably be expected to be,
annoying, troublesome, destructive, harmful, inconvenient, or injurious to another Person and/or their
Property; or anything troublesome or bothersome to other people for which complaints are received either
by the Municipality's office or the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, whether or not such act or deed or
omission or thing constitutes Nuisance at common law.
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"OBNOXIOUS" means, when used in reference to a Development , a Use that by its nature, from the manner
of carrying on the same, may, in the opinion of the Development Authority, create noise, vibration, smoke,
dust or other particulate matter, odour, toxic or non-toxic matter, radiation, fire, or explosive hazard, heat,
humidity, glare, or unsightly storage of goods, materials, salvage, junk, Waste or other materials, or creates
a condition which, in the opinion of the Development Authority, may be or may become a Nuisance, or which
adversely affects the amenities of the neighbourhood, or which may interfere with the order and enjoyment
of any community, land, or Building.
"OCCUPANCY" means the utilization of a Building, land, or Property or part thereof for the Use or Uses for
which it has been approved under an Occupancy Permit and the conditions contained therein, including, but
not limited to, the shelter or support of Persons or Property.
"OCCUPANCY, PERMIT" means the final permit required from the County before any Development may be
utilized; as a means of assuring that all work has been completed in accordance with the approved plans,
and all permit conditions have been fulfilled and that all work has been inspected and conforms to the
requirements of all applicable regulations, and indicating it to be in a condition suitable for Occupancy.
"OCCUPANT", "OCCUPY", or "OCCUPIES" means any Person other than the registered Owner who is in
possession or having control over the condition of any Property and the activities conducted on any Property,
including but not restricted to, such Person being a tenant, or agent of the Owner; whether such Person
resides thereon or conducts a business thereon.
"OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLES" means any motorized mode of transportation built for cross-country travel on
land, water, snow, ice, marsh or swamp land or other natural terrain and, when designed for such travel and
without limiting the generality of the foregoing includes:
4-wheel Vehicles;
Low pressure tire Vehicles;
Motorcycles and related 2-wheel Vehicles;
Amphibious machines;
All-terrain Vehicles;
Miniature motor Vehicles;
Snow Vehicles;
Mini-bikes; and
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Any other means of transportation that is propelled by any power other than
muscular power or wind; but does not include motorboats or any other Vehicle
exempt from being an off-Highway Vehicle by regulation.
"OFF-STREET" means, when used as an adjective, that the defined thing is not located on a Road or Highway,
but rather a Lot and, further, that it is not directly accessory to a particular Use or Development on a Lot.
"OFFENSIVE" means, when used with reference to a Development , a Use which by its nature, or from the
manner of carrying on the same, creates or is liable to create by reason of noise, vibration, smoke, dust or
other particulate matter, odour, toxic or non-toxic matter, radiation, fire, or explosive hazard, heat, humidity,
glare; or unsightly storage of goods, materials, salvage, junk, Waste or other materials, a condition which, in
the opinion of the Development Authority, may be or may become hazardous or injurious to health or safety,
or which adversely affects the amenities of the neighbourhood, or interferes with or may interfere with the
order and enjoyment of any community, land, or Building.
"OFFICE USE" means a Development where government, professional, management, administrative,
consulting, and financial services may be provided. Office Uses include the offices of lawyers, accountants,
engineers, architects, and realtors. Office Uses also include insurance firms; clerical, secretarial,
employment, telephone answering, and similar office support services; banks, credit unions, loan offices,
and similar financial institutions as well as the offices of governmental and public agencies.
"OPEN SPACE" means land and water areas that are retained in an essentially undeveloped state and often
serve one or more of the following Uses: conservation of resources, ecological protection, recreation
purposes, historic or scenic purposes, enhancement of community values and safety, or Maintenance of
future Land Use options.
"OWN", "OWNS", or "OWNER" means:
In the case of land, any Person registered as the Owner of Property under the Land Titles Act,
RSA. 2000, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time; or
a Person who is recorded as the Owner of Property on the Assessment Roll of the County.
In the case of personal Property, to be in lawful possession or have the right to exercise control
over it or to be the registered Owner of it;
a Person who has become the beneficial Owner of the Property, including by entering into a
Purchase and Sale Agreement, whether they have purchased or otherwise acquired the
Property directly from the Owner or from another Purchaser, and who has not yet become the
registered Owner thereof;
a Person in control of Property under Construction; or
A Person who is the Occupant of the Property under a lease, license, or permit.
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"PARCEL" or "PARCEL OF LAND" means the aggregate of one or more areas of land, identified for taxation
purposes, as described in certificate of title or described in a certificate of title by reference to a plan filed or
registered in a Land Titles office.
"PARCEL, RESIDENTIAL" means a Parcel of Land, which has been created for, or is being principally utilized
for, Residential Use, as defined in this Land Use Bylaw and the County of Vermilion River Municipal
Development Plan, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time.
"PARK MODEL" means a type of Recreational Vehicle allowed only in Districts where it is provided for either
as a Permitted or a Discretionary Use. However, Park Models may be used as Temporary Dwelling Units
within the Municipality subject to a Development Permit being issued that specifically identifies the period
allowed for the Temporary Dwelling Unit Use and approves the Park Model from the two types described
below, as recognized by the Recreational Vehicle industry:
Park Model Trailer 102 is a Unit designed to be towed by a heavy-duty tow Vehicle (auto, van,
pick-up Truck, etc.) but is of restricted size and weight so that it does not require a special
Highway movement permit. The maximum width when being towed is 2.6 m (8.5 ft.). These
Units are designed for infrequent towing and are not normally fitted with a 12-volt system for
fixtures and appliances. Once on Site in the set-up mode it normally must be connected to the
local utilities. This style is normally built on a single chassis mounted on wheels. It usually has
one or more slide-outs, but when in set-up mode the gross Trailer area normally does not
exceed 37.2 m2 (400 sq. ft.). It conforms to the CSA Z-240 Standard for Recreational Vehicles.
Park Model Recreational Unit is a Unit built on a single chassis mounted on wheels, which may
be removed and returned to the factory. The Unit is designed to facilitate occasional relocation,
with Living Quarters for a temporary residence or seasonal Use, and normally must be
connected to those utilities necessary for the operation of installed fixtures and appliances. It
normally has a Floor Area, including lofts, not exceeding 50 m2 (540 sq. ft.) in the set-up mode
and has a width greater than 2.6 m (8.5 ft.) in the transit mode. Park Model recreational Units
usually require a special tow Vehicle and a special permit to move on the Road as the width of
the Unit is greater than 2.6 m (8.5 ft.). It conforms to the CSA Z-241 Standard for Recreational
Vehicles.
"PARKING AREA" means the area set aside for the storage and/or parking of Vehicles. Components of Parking
Areas include Parking Spaces, loading spaces, aisles, entrances and exits to the Parking Area, and traffic
islands where they are part of the Parking Area. A Parking Area may be within a Building.
"PARKING LOT" means a Parking Area, which is located on a Lot and not accessory to a particular Use or
Development.
"PARKING SPACE" means an area set aside for the parking of one (1) Vehicle.
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"PATIO" means any developed surface adjacent to a Building on a Site, which is less than 0.6 m (2.0 ft.) above
ground level.
"PERSON" includes an individual, an association, trustee, corporation, and their heirs, executors,
administrators, or other legal representatives of an individual, group of individuals, including a firm, a
partnership, or corporate body whether for profit or non-profit.
"PREMISES" means all land associated with a single assessment Unit's location. Premises also shall include
the Parking Areas and the landscaped areas located outside of the Building or Buildings, which accommodate
the primary Uses as defined in the Trespass to Premises Act, RSA. 2000, T-7.
"PRIVATE CLUB" means a Development used for the meeting, social or recreational activities of members of
a non-profit philanthropic, social service, athletic, business or fraternal organization, with neither on-site
Dwellings nor Hotel or Motel Rentable Units. Private Clubs may include Eating and Drinking Establishments
and rooms for assembly.
"PROPERTY" means any lands, including any Buildings, structures, or Premises, or any personal Property
located thereupon within the County boundaries as defined in section 284(1)(r) of the Municipal Government
Act; RSA 2000 c. M26, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time.
"PROPERTY LINE" means either a natural object, like a river or lake, or an imaginary line that defines the
perimeter of a Lot or Parcel of Land.
"PROTECTIVE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES" means a Development where the administration of the
protection of Persons and Property from injury, harm, or damage takes place, and where the equipment
necessary for such activities is stored, maintained, and supplied. Protective and Emergency Services include
police stations, detention centres, fire stations, and accessory training facilities.
"PUBLIC EDUCATION FACILITY" means a Development where educational, training, or instruction occurs
under the auspices of a School Division or under the auspices of an organization authorized by the Province
to provide education similar to that which would be provided by a School Division. Public education facilities
include the administration offices, storage, and Maintenance operations of the School Division. Public
education facilities include public and separate schools, community colleges, universities, technical and
vocational schools, and private academies or "charter schools", and their administrative offices and
Maintenance facilities. Public Education Facility does not include Government Services.
"PUBLIC OR QUASI-PUBLIC BUILDING" means a Building which is Owned or leased by a department or
agency of the federal or provincial government, or the Municipality for purposes of public administration and
services and shall also include a Building for the purpose of assembly, instruction, culture or enlightenment,
or for community activities. Public or Quasi-Public Building may include Protective and Emergency Services,
and major and minor utility service agencies. Public or Quasi-Public Building does not include Government
Services.
"PUBLIC OR QUASI-PUBLIC USE" means a Use by a department or agency of the federal or provincial
government, or the Municipality, for public administration and services and shall also include Uses for the
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purpose of assembly, instruction, culture, or enlightenment, or for community related activities. Public or
Quasi-Public Use may include Protective and Emergency Services, and major and minor utility services. Public
or Quasi-Public Use does not include Government Services.
"PUBLIC PARK" means a Development designed or reserved for active or Passive Recreational Use, including
all natural and man-made Open Space and Landscaping, facilities, playing fields, and Buildings that are
consistent with the general purposes of recreation, whether or not such recreational facilities are publicly
operated or operated by other organizations pursuant to arrangements with the public authority Owning the
Public Park. Public Parks include tot Lots, band shells, picnic grounds, pedestrian trails and paths, landscaped
Buffers, playgrounds, water features, baseball diamonds, football fields, soccer pitches, and similar outdoor
sports fields.
"PUBLIC PLACE" includes:
a place or Building to which the public has or is permitted to have access;
a place of public recreation;
a place of public gathering; and
a Vehicle in a Public Place.
"PUBLIC PROPERTY" means any land Owned by or under the control of the County and dedicated to Public
Use.
"PUBLIC USE" means the Use of land, Buildings, or structures for purposes designated as beneficial to the
public.
"PUBLIC-SERVING RECREATION AREA" means a Campground, day Use area, picnic Site, lodge, hiking and
skiing trail and other Similar Uses as developed by either private or public interests.
"PUBLIC UTILITY" means a Public Utility as defined in the Act.
"PUBLIC UTILITY BUILDING" means a Building in which the proprietor of a Public Utility, as defined in the
Act, maintains its office or offices and/or maintains or stores any equipment used in connection with the
Public Utility.
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"REASONABLE STATE OF REPAIR" means the condition of being:
structurally sound;
free from significant damage;
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free from rot or other deterioration;
safe for its intended Use; and
not presenting an unsightly condition or appearance.
"RECREATION CAMP" means a Development that contains accommodation facilities and is used wholly or
partly for recreational purposes, and without limitation, includes trail riding ranches and Guest Ranches, rural
experience camps, survival training camps, fishing and hunting camps, religious camps and camps for
disabled Persons.
"RECREATION FACILITY, INDOOR" means a Development for sports and active recreation within an enclosed
Building. Indoor recreation facilities include such facilities as ice arenas, gymnasiums, curling rinks,
swimming pools, and similar, though smaller, facilities. Indoor Recreation Facility may also include meeting
rooms, eating, and Drinking Establishments as Accessory Uses.
"RECREATION, PASSIVE" means opportunities for low-impact, non-motorized activities that occur in a
natural setting that require minimal Development or facilities, and the importance of the environment or
setting for the activities is greater than in developed or active recreation settings.
"RECREATION SERVICES, INDOOR" means Development whose Main Use is to offer equipment, instruction
in, or programs for physical fitness and recreation where the clients participate in the recreation activities
and may include the supplementary retail sale of associated products. A restaurant may be incorporated as
an Accessory Use. Such Uses may include dance studios, fitness centres, gyms, martial arts clubs, Shooting
Ranges, and yoga or cross-fit studios.
"RECREATIONAL USE" means a Development conducted on a unified basis on a single Site where the prime
reason for location may be to take advantage of natural features. A recreational Use may include the
provision of day to day sporting and athletic facilities and the structures incidental thereto such as ski slopes,
golf courses, archery, trap and rifle ranges, racetracks, boating, swimming, picnicking, athletic, and Similar
Uses, and may include a refreshment stand incidental to the primary Use. However, recreational Use does
not include Extensive Recreation, or a Campground, a Recreational Vehicle Park or a Recreation Camp.
"RECREATIONAL VEHICLE" means a vehicular type primarily designed to provide temporary Living Quarters
for recreational camping or travel Use, which has its Own motor or is mounted or drawn by another Vehicle.
Recreational Vehicle includes travel Trailers, camping Trailers, Truck campers, fifth wheels, or Motor Homes
and duly licensed travel Trailers, slide-in campers, chassis-mounted campers, boats, personal watercraft, all-
terrain Vehicles, snowmobiles, and tent Trailers mounted on any sort of transportation device such as skids
or wheels up to a maximum interior space of 75 m2 (807.3 sq. ft.). Recreational Vehicle does not include
Manufactured Homes, Park Models, a Garage package, or a Cabin. Any Vehicle larger than 75 m2 (807.3 sq.
ft.) in interior space is a Manufactured Home for the purposes of this Bylaw. Recreational Vehicles conform
to the CSA Z-240 and CSA Z-241 Standards for Recreational Vehicles and requires issuance of a Use and
Occupancy Permit under this Bylaw.
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"RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK" means a Multi-Lot Development on which three or more Recreational
Vehicles are harboured, without regard to whether a fee or charge is paid or made, and shall include any
Building, structure, tent, Vehicle or enclosure used or intended for Use as part of the equipment of such
Recreational Vehicle Park. A Recreational Vehicle Park may include within it a Campground.
"RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUND" means a Multi-Lot Development consisting of Stalls or Sites for
the location of more than three (3) Recreational Vehicles, for more than four (4) consecutive days and not
normally more than twenty (20) days in a year, and may include Sites for the erection of tents for similar
periods.
"RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUND, SEASONAL" means a Multi-Lot Development consisting of Stalls
or Sites for the location of more than three (3) Recreational Vehicles, for more a minimum of four (4)
consecutive days and normally for no longer than an entire season operating between April and October.
"RECREATIONAL VEHICLE CAMPGROUND, WORK CAMP" means a Multi-Lot Development consisting of Stalls
or Sites for the location of more than three (3) Recreational Vehicles, used to house camp workers by various
contracting firms on a temporary basis. The Units may be dismantled and moved from the Site from time to
time.
"RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE" means a Multi-Lot Development, which provides Fenced or indoor,
secure, on-site storage of more than three (3) Recreational Vehicles, boats and Off-Highway Vehicles.
"RECYCLING DEPOT" means a Development where bottles, cans, newspapers, and similar non-hazardous
Household goods are bought, sold, and temporarily stored for reuse and where all storage is contained within
an enclosed Building or an enclosed compound.
"RECYCLING DROP-OFF" means a Development used for the collection and temporary storage of recyclable
materials. Recyclable materials include, but are not limited to cardboard, newspapers, plastics, paper, metal,
and similar Household goods. Recyclable material left at the drop-off centre shall be periodically removed
and taken to larger, permanent recycling operations for final recycling.
"REFUSE" includes:
all solid and liquid Waste, debris, junk or effluent belonging to or associated with a house or
Household or any industry, trade or business;
Vehicle parts or accessories;
furniture, appliances, machinery or parts thereof;
animal excrement; and
any unused or unusable material that by reason of its state, condition or excessive
accumulation, in the opinion of Designated Officer, appears:
to have been discarded or abandoned; or
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to be useless or of no particular value; or
to be used up or worn out in whole or part.
"RELIGIOUS ASSEMBLY" means a Development where worship and related religious, philanthropic, and
social activities occur. Accessory Developments include rectories, manses, classrooms, and dormitories.
Religious Assembly includes churches, chapels, mosques, temples, synagogues, parish halls, convents, and
monasteries.
"RENOVATION" means an addition to, deletion from, or change to any Building, which does not require a
permit other than a plumbing permit or an electrical permit pursuant to the Safety Codes Act.
"RENTABLE UNIT" means a separate Unit of a Hotel or Motel used or intended to be used for the temporary
accommodation of one or more Persons.
"RESIDENTIAL USE" includes the occupation and Use of land, Buildings, or structures as Dwellings, whether
on a seasonal or year-round basis.
"RESTRICTED EXTENSIVE RECREATIONAL USE" means hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, minimum facility
Campgrounds, picnic grounds, golf courses and driving ranges providing no accessory facilities.
"RF TECHNOLOGY" means technology operating in the electromagnetic radiating frequency bands.
"ROAD" OR "ROADWAY(S)" means a right-of-way on which motorized Vehicles are normally allowed to
operate, or a Road as defined in the Act, but does not include either a Highway or a Lane.
"ROAD, ARTERIAL" means an Arterial Road as designated in the County's Municipal Development Plan.
"ROAD, COLLECTOR" means a Collector Road as designated in the County's Municipal Development Plan.
"ROAD, INTERNAL" means a contributed asset, public Road the primary function of which is to provide access
to individual Lots within a multi-Lot Subdivision.
"ROOF" means the top of any enclosure, above or within the vertical walls of a Building.
"RURAL INDUSTRY" means light and/or medium industry that provides services to Agricultural Operations
and natural resource extraction and the oil and gas sector in the Municipality. Notwithstanding the generality
of the foregoing, rural industries shall include sawmills, fertilizer plants, sand, gravel, and mineral processing
and stockpiling, and other agricultural and resource processing oriented facilities, including business
establishments engaged in servicing, repairing or retailing of goods the Use of land and/or Buildings for the
purpose of the supply of goods, materials or services directly and primarily to Agricultural Operations and
natural resource extraction industries. This also includes, but is not limited to, the sale and storage of seed,
fertilizer, chemical products, fuel, and agricultural machinery.
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"SALVAGE YARD" means land or Buildings where motor Vehicles, tires, machinery, and parts are
disassembled, repaired, stored, and/or resold.
"SAND PIT" means an open-pit mine for the long-term mining extraction of sand.
"SCREENING" see "BUFFER".
"SEA CAN" means a container, including a sea/land/rail Shipping Container, which is used as an accessory
Building and/or Use subordinate to the Main Building or Use on a Lot or Parcel. A Sea Can shall not be used
for a Dwelling or any part of a Dwelling; and, notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw to the
contrary, not attached, in any way, to a Main Building unless an approved Development Permit for Building
Conversion has been issued and the relevant permits under the Safety Codes Act have been obtained. Use
and/or Occupancy of a Sea Can for Residential Use requires issuance of a Use and Occupancy Permit pursuant
to the provisions of this Bylaw.
"SEPARATION" means the linear distance between a Development and a Sensitive Land Use, which is
adequate to minimize or prevent the Adverse Effects of one Land Use upon the other, so that there is no
Significant Impact.
"SERVICE STATION" means a Development where gasoline, lubricating oils, and other automotive fluids and
accessories for motor Vehicles are bought and sold. Service Stations may also include facilities for the
servicing or repairing of motor Vehicles, and a towing service dispatch point, but not including body repair
or paint Shops. Service Stations, which do not include any facilities for servicing or repairing of motor
Vehicles, are often referred to as gas bars.
"SETBACK" means, depending on the context of the term, the minimum horizontal distance between
Buildings or a Lot boundary and Buildings.
"SHED" means a simple Roofed Building with one or more sides unenclosed, typically made of wood or metal,
used as a Farm Building. Shed may include hut, lean-to, outhouse, outbuilding, shack; potting Shed,
woodshed, and tool Shed, and garden Shed.
"SHIPPING CONTAINER" see "SEA CAN".
"SHOOTING RANGE, INDOOR" means a Building designed to be used as a Shooting Range, as defined in the
Shooting Clubs and Shooting Ranges Regulations (SOR/98-212), in connection with a business licensed under
the Firearms Act (S.C. 1995, c. 39).
"SHOOTING RANGE, OUTDOOR" means a specialized facility designed to be used as a Shooting Range, as
defined in the Shooting Clubs and Shooting Ranges Regulations (SOR/98-212), in connection with a business
licensed under the Firearms Act (S.C. 1995, c. 39).
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"SHOP" means a Building designed and built for Light Industrial Use or the storage of Vehicles larger than
that allowed in a Garage.
"SHOP, RESIDENTIAL USE" means a Development where personal services related to the care and
appearance of the body, or the cleaning and repair of personal effects are provided to Persons. Personal
Service Shops include barbershops, hairdressers, beauty salons, tailors, dressmakers, shoe repair Shops, dry
cleaning establishments, and Laundromats.
"SHOW HOME" means a Dwelling Unit which is used temporarily for the purpose of illustrating to the public
the type and character of Dwelling Units to be constructed in other parts of the Municipality. Show Homes
may contain offices for the sale of other Lots or Dwelling Units in the Municipality and must be located within
a Dwelling which is either a Permitted or a Discretionary Use in the District in which they are located.
"SIGN" means any visual medium, including its structure and other component parts, used on a permanent
or temporary basis to convey information, to advertise, or to attract attention to a product, service, place,
activity, Person, institution or business. Without limiting, the generality of the foregoing, Signs shall include
banners, placards, and painted messages, but not national flags, interior window displays of merchandise, or
Signs painted on or attached to a licensed motor Vehicle.
"SIGN AREA" means the total face area of a Sign intended for the letters or graphics of the message. In the
case of a double-faced Sign, only half of the area of each Sign face shall be used in calculating Sign Area.
"SIGN, A-FRAME" means a type of Sign commonly referred to as "sandwich boards", composed of two hinged
or otherwise joined boards, which leans on the ground (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, CANOPY" means a Sign which is part of or attached to the outside edge of a canopy but which does
not extend below the bottom edge or surface of the canopy (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, FREESTANDING" means a Sign supported by one or more uprights, braces, or pylons, and stands
independently of another structure (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, INFLATABLE" means a Sign made of flexible material or fabric that is made to take on a three-
dimensional shape (to blow up like a balloon) when filled with a sufficient volume of air or gas. Commonly
used as a Temporary Sign for special events or promotions (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, MULTI-TENANT" means a Freestanding Sign containing Sign Areas for two or more tenants or
Occupants located on the same non-residential Site or in the same non-residential Building in a designated
single, shared Sign Area. A Multi-Tenant Sign may include changeable Sign Areas (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, OFF-SITE" means a Sign that advertises goods, products, services, or facilities not available on the Site
where the Sign is located, and which also may direct Persons to another location (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, PROJECTING" means a Sign affixed to a Building or part thereof and extending beyond the Building
by more than 0.3 m (1.0 ft.). This does not include a Sign attached to the ground (see Figure 8, a-b).
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"SIGN, ROOF" means a Sign erected upon, against or directly above the Roof of a Building or the top of a
parapet wall (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, TEMPORARY/PORTABLE" means a Sign on a standard or column fixed to its Own self-contained base
and capable of being moved manually (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, TRAILER" means a Sign affixed to the sides or top of a commercial Trailer for the purposes of
advertisement, where the Trailer is parked and disconnected from the Vehicle for longer than seven (7) days
in one location (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGN, UNDER-CANOPY" means a Sign that is attached to the bottom surface or edge of a canopy (see Figure
8, a-b).
"SIGN, WALL" means a Sign attached to or placed flat against an exterior vertical surface of a Building, and
projects no more than 0.3 m (1.0 ft.) from the surface of the Building, and does not project above the Roof
or parapet (see Figure 8, a-b).
"SIGNIFICANT DISCRETIONARY USE" means a Use, which, in the opinion of the Development Authority,
"SIMILAR USE" means a Use, which, in the opinion of the Development Authority, closely resembles another
specified Use with respect to the type of activity, structure and its compatibility with the surrounding
environment.
"SINGLE-USE DEVELOPMENT" means a Development designed to accommodate only one (1) type of Land
Use on the same Site.
"SITE" means the land, whether Lot(s) or Parcel(s), where a Development is built.
"SITE DEVELOMENT PLAN" refers to a non-statutory document that provides specific direction on how an
area is to develop, identifying the specific mix and Density of Land Uses, utility services, as well as layout of
streets, blocks, and Lots needed to create a well-designed and successful community, business, commercial,
or industrial area. Proponents of Site Development Plans are directed to reference County Policy PD-011 for
requirements in submitting a Site Development Plan and are encouraged to schedule a pre-application
interview with the County.
"SOLAR ARRAY" means multiple solar panels used in conjunction to produce electricity.
"SOLAR COLLECTOR, GROUND MOUNT" means a device used to convert energy contained within the sun's
rays into electrical (photovoltaic) or heat energy and may be a single Unit or an array of Units into a single
collector as a standalone structure mounted on the ground or a tower/pole.
"SOLAR COLLECTOR, ROOF MOUNT" means a device used to convert energy contained within the sun's rays
into electrical (photovoltaic) or heat energy and may be a single Unit or an array of Units into a single collector
mounted on the Roof of a main or accessory Building.
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"STALL" means an area of land upon which a Manufactured Home is to be located, and which is reserved for
the exclusive use of the residents of that particular Manufactured Home, located within a Manufactured
Home community.
"STOCKPILE SITE" means an open land area where one or a combination of sand, gravel, soil and rock
fragments are stored for off-Site Use.
"STORAGE, INDOOR" means a self-contained Building or group of Buildings available for the storage of goods.
This Use includes mini-storage or private storage facilities. Indoor Storage does not include "warehouse".
"STORAGE, OUTDOOR" means Development where a Site or a portion of a Site is designed for the more or
less permanent or continuous storage of goods, materials and/or equipment, or the display and sale of goods
and materials, including Vehicles for hire or sale, located outside permanent Buildings or structures and
Accessory to the Main Use on the Site. Typical Uses may include temporary materials or garbage or waste,
lumber storage and lumberyard, pipe Yards, or Vehicle or heavy equipment storage compounds, but does
not include a Salvage Yard or a Parking Lot. Outdoor Storage covering 50% or more of a Site is considered a
Main Use.
"STORAGE SITE" means a Waste Management Facility where Waste other than hazardous Waste is:
stored,
stored, compacted, shredded, ground or processed, or
collected and held for removal to another Waste Management Facility.
"STOREY" means the space between one floor of a multi-Storey Building and the next floor above it. The
upper limit of the top Storey shall be the ceiling above the topmost floor. A Basement shall not be considered
a Storey.
"STRATA SPACE" means a volumetric space, namely a strata Unit or Lot, independent of physical structures
and determined by planes or curved surfaces having a defined geodetic elevation divided by Property Lines
that are registered in a Strata Space Plan, as defined in the Land Titles Act, RSA 2000, c. L-4. Strata allow
Ownership of Lots or Parcels that may be side-by-side or one above the other or overlapping in many different
configurations.
"STRATA SPACE PLAN" means a type of Subdivision plan and a form of legal Ownership containing Strata
Spaces created specifically through Subdivision and registered as a Strata Space Plan in accordance with the
Land Titles Act, RSA 2000, c. L-4.
"STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS" means the addition to, deletion from, or change to any Building, which
requires a permit other than a plumbing permit or an electrical permit pursuant to the Safety Codes Act.
"SUBDIVISION" means a division of land that will result in the creation of a surface Parcel or the
rearrangement of the boundaries or limits of a surface Parcel.
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"SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD" means a Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
appointed pursuant to County's Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw and the Act.
"SUBDIVISION AUTHORITY" means the Subdivision Authority established pursuant to the Act through the
Municipality's Subdivision Authority Bylaw.
"SUBORDINATE BUILDING" means a Building, or structure that is incidental and dependent on the Main
Building on Site. Subordinate Buildings consist of less than 40% of the net Buildable Area of the Main Building
and are located in the same Lot or Parcel as the Main Building they serve.
"SUBORDINATE USE" means a Use of a Lot, Parcel, Building, or structure that is incidental and dependent on
the Main Use on Site. Subordinate Uses Occupy less than 40% of the net Buildable Area than the Main Use
and are located in the same Lot, Parcel, Building, or Structure as the Main Use they serve.
"SUITE, CAREGIVER" means a self-contained Dwelling Unit, located within the main Habitable Dwelling Unit
for the sole Occupancy of one (1) or two (2) adult Persons whose function is to provide assistance to a Person
or Persons residing in the main Dwelling Unit or with challenges resulting from illness, disability or aging .
"SUITE, GARAGE" means a self-contained Dwelling Unit located above a detached Garage, which is located
in a Rear Yard and is a Subordinate Use to a Single-Detached Dwelling. Garage Suites have an entrance, which
is separated from the Vehicle entrance to the detached Garage, either from a common indoor landing or
directly from the exterior of the Accessory Building.
"SUITE, GARDEN" see "BACKYARD COTTAGE"
"SUITE, IN-LAW" see "ACCESSORY LIVING QUARTERS"
"SUITE, SECONDARY" means Development consisting of a self-contained Habitable Dwelling Unit located
within, and accessory to, a structure in which the Main Use is Single-Detached Dwelling, which may or may
not share access to the outside and/or other facilities with the main Dwelling Unit.
"SUITE, SURVEILLANCE" means a Dwelling Unit for the sole Occupancy of one (1) or two (2) adult Persons
whose function is to provide surveillance for the Maintenance and security of the Development, provided
that the Dwelling Unit is specifically used in conjunction with the protection of private Property.
T
"TEMPORARY DEVELOPMENT" means a Development for which a Development Permit has been issued and
which is to exist for a limited time only.
"TIE DOWN" means an apparatus used to firmly secure a Manufactured Home to the ground. This apparatus
usually consists of steel cables attached to the Manufactured Home and concrete pylons strategically placed
on the accommodating Site.
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"TRAILER" means a Trailer as defined in the Traffic Safety Act, RSA 2000, as amended or repealed and
replaced from time to time.
"TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES" means the Use of land or Buildings for public transportation related
activities.
"TRUCK" means any Vehicle with a gross Vehicle weight of more than 3,000.0 kg (6,613.9 lbs.) as listed on
the official registration certificated issued by the government of the Province of Alberta, regardless of the
Vehicles' actual weight at the specific time and includes a Truck-Tractor and Tractor-Trailer, and Refrigeration
Unit.
"TRUCKING AND CARTAGE ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development where goods shipped by Truck are
transferred from one Truck to another, or where Trucks are dispatched to pick up and/or deliver goods.
Trucking and Cartage Establishments may include dispatch offices or storage compounds for the temporary
storage of goods and include moving or cartage firms involving Vehicles with a gross Vehicle weight of more
than 3,000.0 kg (6,613.9 lbs.).
U
"UNDEVELOPED LOT" means a Lot, which does not contain a residence, Building, or structure.
"UNIT", other than when referred to as a Dwelling Unit, means the portions of land or a Building designated
with a right of exclusive Use within a Condominium or strata Subdivision plan, registered in the name of an
Owner on a certificate of title.
"UNSERVICED INDUSTRIAL USE" means an Industrial Use dependent on on-site servicing similar to and
compatible with the other Uses requiring a relatively large tract of land where any actual or potential
Nuisance factor generated by the Use/Development is contained within the boundaries of the Site.
"UN-SERVICED INDUSTRIAL PARK" means an area planned for the Development of multiple Lots for Un-
serviced Industrial Uses, which may include an Internal public Road.
"USE" means the purpose or activity for which a Site, a Parcel of Land, or a Lot and any Buildings or structures
located on it are designed, arranged, developed, or intended, or for which it is occupied or maintained.
V
"VARIANCE" means an alteration, departure, or change from any provision, regulation, or standard
prescribed by the Land Use Bylaw or any statutory or non-statutory plan and relevant policy adopted by the
County for a specific Lot or Parcel, except Use, without changing the provisions of the Land Use Bylaw, Plan,
or Policy or the Land Use designation of the Lot or Parcel. A Variance may only be granted upon
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demonstration of a Hardship based on the peculiarity of the Property in relation to other properties in the
same Land Use District. Variances cannot be granted to allow a Use that is not already permitted within the
Land Use District nor can a Variance be used to provide relief from a self-induced Hardship or be based solely
on economic Hardship.
"VARIANCE, MAJOR" means a special permission granting relief from one or more regulations or standards
of the Land Use Bylaw that, in the opinion of the Development Authority, such relaxation could impede the
proposed Development to conform to the general intent and purpose of the Land Use Bylaw or any statutory
or non-statutory plan and relevant policy adopted by the County applicable to the location of a proposed
Development. A Major Variance is recognized as having potential impact on the larger area and may affect
enforcement of the Land Use Bylaw elsewhere in the County, therefore requiring approval from County
Council and a public hearing.
"VARIANCE, MINOR" means a special permission granting relief from one or more regulations or standards
of the Land Use Bylaw that, in the opinion of the Development Authority, such relaxation does not impede
the proposed Development to conform to the general intent and purpose of the Land Use Bylaw or any
statutory or non-statutory plan and relevant policy adopted by the County applicable to the location of a
proposed Development.
"VEHICLE" means a device in, on or by which a Person or thing may be transported or drawn on a Highway,
pursuant to the Traffic Safety Act, RSA 2000, c T-6, as amended or repealed and replaced from time to time.
"VEHICLE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT" means Development used for the servicing and mechanical repair of
automobiles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, Recreational Vehicles, and Trucks, including the sale, installation or
servicing of related accessories and parts. This Use class includes transmission Shops, muffler Shops, tire
Shops, automotive glass Shops, upholsterer Shops, and body repair and/or paint Shops.
"VETERINARY CLINIC" means a Development used for the care and treatment of animals where the service
primarily involves in-patient care and major medical procedures involving hospitalization for periods of time.
This Use includes animal shelters and animal crematoriums.
W
"WAREHOUSE SALES ESTABLISHMENT" means a Development used for the storage and distribution of
goods, merchandise, substances or articles, and may include facilities for a retail outlet, but shall not include
Manufacturing. Warehouse Sales Establishments include furniture stores, carpet stores, major appliance
stores, and Building Materials stores.
"WAREHOUSE FACILITIES" means a Development for the storage and distribution of raw materials, processed
or manufactured goods, and establishments providing servicing for those purposes.
"WASTE" means 'Waste' as defined in the Waste Control Regulation.
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"WASTE MANGEMENT FACILITY" means 'Waste Management Facility' as defined in the Waste Control
Regulation.
"WASTEWATER" means 'Wastewater' as defined in the Wastewater and Storm Drainage Regulation.
"WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY" means either a 'Wastewater lagoon' or a 'Wastewater treatment
plant' as defined in the Wastewater and Storm Drainage Regulation.
"WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEM, TOTAL HEIGHT" means the height from grade to the highest vertical
extension of the rotor's arc (see Arc, Rotor) in a Large Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS).
"WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEM, LARGE" means a Wind Energy Conversion System consisting of a
wind turbine, tower and associated control or conversion electronics, which has a rated capacity equal to or
greater than 300 Kw, whose primary purpose is to generate and provide electrical power for resale.
"WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEM, MICRO" means a small-scale wind turbine, which is small in height
and diameter and can be installed on the Roof of a Building or structure.
"WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEM, SMALL" refers to a Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS)
consisting of a wind turbine, a tower, and associated control or conversion electronics, which has a rated
capacity of not more than 300 kW, and which is intended to provide electrical power for Use on Site (either
behind the meter or off-grid) and is not intended or used to produce power for resale.
"WIND TURBINE TOWER" refers to the guyed or freestanding structure that supports a wind turbine
generator above grade.
"WIND TURBINE TOWER HEIGHT" means height above grade of the fixed portion of the Wind Turbine Tower,
excluding the wind turbine and Blades.
"WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY" means a facility providing communication service using RF
Technology to transmit and receive voice, picture, text and data, in either digital or analogue form, on a
system of elevating support structures. These structures include monopoles, Lattice Towers (self-supported
or guyed) or other configurations as well as, although not limited to, shelters, transmitters, receivers,
Antennas, Antenna mounts, transmission lines, waveguides, transmission line supporting equipment and
material, aeronautical obstruction lights, Antenna de-icing equipment, Antenna power dividers and matching
equipment, combiners and utility power equipment, conditioners and backup power systems.
"WORK CAMP" means a temporary residential complex used to house workers, usually but not necessarily
for a contracting firm or project, on a temporary basis of more than twenty-eight (28) days and less than one
(1) year. A Work Camp is usually made up of a number of Buildings, clustered in such fashion as to provide
sleeping, eating, recreation, and other basic living facilities.
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Y
"YARD" means a portion of a Parcel required as Open Space that is to remain unoccupied by any Building,
unless otherwise provided for in this Bylaw.
"YARD, FRONT " means a Yard extending across the full width of a Lot, from the Front Line to the nearest
Exterior Wall of the Main Building situated on the Lot. In the case of a curved Front Line, the Front Yard will
also form a curve.
"YARD, REAR" means a Yard extending across the full width of a Lot, from the Rear Line of the Lot to the
nearest wall of the Main Building situated on the Lot. In the case of a curved Rear Line, the Rear Yard will
also form a curve.
"YARD, SIDE " means a Yard extending across the length of a Lot, from the nearest wall of the Main Building
situated on a Lot to the Side Line, and lying between the Front Yard and Rear Yard on the Lot.
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Figure 20. Location of Yards.
All other words and expressions have the meanings respectively assigned to them in the Act,
Regulation, or in common law.
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DEFINITIONS NOT PROVIDED
The Development Authority or Development Officer shall Use their discretion in instances where
specific Land Uses:
Do not conform to the wording of any Land Use; or
Generally conform to the wording of two or more Land Uses;
DISCRETIONARY PROVISIONS
In reference to Section 8.2(1) above, the Development Authority or Development Officer shall Use
their discretion when considering Land Uses for inclusion within a Land Use category that is most
appropriate in character and purpose.
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