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# Planning Document Library
The planning policies, procedures, plans, bylaws and standards listed on this webpage are published in compliance with s. 638.2 of the Municipal Government Act.
**Provincial Documents**
### Municipal Government Act (MGA)
The **Municipal Government Act** is Alberta's main piece of legislation guiding how municipalities plan and manage land use. It gives municipalities the authority to make decisions about development within their boundaries and sets requirements for statutory plans and planning processes.
* Municipal Government Act
### Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA)
The **Alberta Land Stewardship Act** provides the legal framework for regional planning in Alberta. It ensures that all municipal planning documents and regulations align with the Province's approved regional plans.
* Alberta Land Stewardship Act
### Land Use Framework
The **Land Use Framework** outlines how Alberta manages public and private lands and natural resources to support long-term economic, environmental, and social goals. It divides the province into seven land-use planning regions. The Town of Diamond Valley is part of the **South Saskatchewan Region**.
* Land Use Framework
### South Saskatchewan Regional Plan (SSRP)
The **South Saskatchewan Regional Plan** sets priorities for land use at the regional level, balancing economic growth, environmental protection, and social well-being. The Town of Diamond Valley must ensure its planning documents are consistent with this plan.
* South Saskatchewan Regional Plan 2014-2024
### Town of Diamond Valley
1. Bylaw 2025-122 Diamond Valley MDP
### Area formerly known as Black Diamond
1. Bylaw 02-839 Intermunicipal Development Plan
2. Downtown Black Diamond Area Redevelopment Plan
3. Willow Ridge Area Structure Plan
1. Bylaw 2024-91 Add ASP Requirement to MDP
2. Kaiser Area Structure Plan Final
3. Kaiser ASP Technical Background
### Area formerly known as Turner Valley
1. Bylaw 02-839 Intermunicipal Development Plan
2. Gateways of Turner Valley Area Structure Plan with Amendment
3. Okalta-Cuffling Flats Area Redevelopment Plan (Office Consolidation)
4. Bylaw 2024-55 Repeal 94-692 Okalta Area Structure Plan
1. Calkins Place Area Redevelopment Plan Bylaw
2. Bylaw 966-08 Amend Land Use Bylaw 03-869 and Dunham ASP Bylaw
3. Bylaw 2024-85 Repeals 92-642 Dunham ASP
4. Bylaw 2024-92 Add ASP Requirement to MDP
### Statutory Plans
The Town of Diamond Valley uses statutory plans to guide how our community grows and develops over time. These plans help ensure growth is well-managed, sustainable, and aligned with the community's vision.
Our **Municipal Development Plan (MDP)** is the "big picture" plan for the whole town. It sets long-term direction for land use, neighbourhood design, transportation, parks, environmental sustainability, and community services. Other plans, such as Intermunicipal Development Plans, Area Structure Plans, and Area Redevelopment Plans, provide more detailed guidance for specific areas or partnerships with neighbouring municipalities. A statutory plan must meet requirements for public notification or engagement, and is adopted by Council bylaw.
Our \*new\* Municipal Development Plan (MDP) has been adopted. **Read more about that here**.
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1. 2024-63 to Repeal 2023-05 Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw
2. Bylaw 2024-80 Subdivision Authority Bylaw
1. Bylaw 2024-81 Development Authority Bylaw
### Planning Bylaws
The Town of Diamond Valley uses planning bylaws to establish parameters of responsibility and designate authority and scope of authority in planning matters and decision making.
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### Area formerly known as Black Diamond
1. Land Use Bylaw 2021-06
2. Bylaw 04-15 Historical Downtown - Design Standards
3. Bylaw 14-12 Historic Downtown Amendment
4. Bylaw 2021-04 Redesignation R3 to DC5
5. Bylaw 2023-16 Redesignation UR to R-1
6. Bylaw 2023-22 Redesignation I to CB
7. Bylaw 2023-30 DP Not Required Amendment
8. Bylaw 2023-31 Redesignation DC-6
9. Bylaw 2023-32 Remove RV Parking
1. Bylaw 2024-43 Add R1-N District
2. Bylaw 2024-50 Redesignation CB-2 to R-3
3. Bylaw 2024-52 R-1 to R-1N 601 1 Street SW
4. Bylaw 2024-56 Slope Stability & Textual Amendments
5. Bylaw 2024-82 Subdivision and Development Officer Authority
6. Bylaw 2025-111 Removes Election Signage
7. Bylaw 2026-130 SC Textual Amendments
8. Bylaw 2026-132 Redesignation R-3 to R-4
9. Bylaw 2026-136 Road Closure Bylaw
### Area formerly known as Turner Valley
1. Turner Valley Land Use Bylaw 21-1114
2. Turner Valley Downtown Design Guidelines
3. Bylaw 2023-27 Redesignation to R-3
4. Bylaw 2023-29 DP Not Required Amendment
5. Bylaw 2024-44 Add new district R1-N
6. Bylaw 2024-51 Development Deposit Securities
1. Bylaw 2024-73 Redesignate R-1 to R-3
2. Bylaw 2024-83 Subdivision and Development Officer Authority
3. Bylaw 2024-87 Redesignation (Site Specific) R-1N, R-1, PS
4. Bylaw 2024-88 Redesignation (Site Specific) R-3
5. Bylaw 2024-95 Redesignation (Site Specific) R-1N, R-1
6. Bylaw 2025-110 Removes Election Signage
### Lands Annexed from Foothills County
1. Foothills County Land Use Bylaw 60 2014
### Land Use Bylaw
The **Land Use Bylaw (LUB)** is the Town's main tool for regulating how land is used and developed. While the Municipal Government Act provides overall authority, the Land Use Bylaw sets the specific local rules.
The Bylaw divides all land into **land use districts**, such as residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural. Each district outlines what types of development are allowed and sets standards for things like building height, lot size, setbacks, parking, landscaping, and signage.
The Land Use Bylaw also:
* Identifies **permitted and discretionary uses** for each district.
* Outlines the process for **development permit applications**.
* Provides tools to address unique situations, such as direct control districts, variances, or non-conforming uses.
In short, the Land Use Bylaw helps guide growth and change in the community, balancing private property rights with the broader goals of the Town.
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### Area formerly known as Black Diamond
1. Trails and Pathways Master Plan 2006
2. 2021 Master Stormwater Plan
3. Diamond Valley Industrial Stormwater Plan Update 2020
4. Annexation Servicing Review
5. Climate Resilience Action Plan
1. Turner Valley & Black Diamond Joint Growth Strategy - 2018
2. Joint Growth Strategy 2018 - Appendicies
3. Black Diamond Affordable Housing Needs Assessment 2022
4. Housing Needs Assessment: Snapshot
5. Black Diamond Housing Needs Assessment Final Report 2022
### Area formerly known as Turner Valley
1. Turner Valley & Black Diamond Joint Growth Strategy - 2018
2. Joint Growth Strategy 2018 - Appendicies
3. Turner Valley Recreation Master Plan
1. Turner Valley Integrated Community Sustainability Plan
2. Turner Valley Inventory of Historic Places
### Non-Statutory Plans & Strategies
**Non-statutory plans and strategies** are documents that provide additional guidance for land use and development but are not required under the Municipal Government Act. While they do not carry the same legal authority as statutory plans or bylaws, they help ensure planning decisions are consistent, transparent, and aligned with the Town's vision.
These policies may include:
* **Guidelines or standards** (e.g., design or architectural guidelines).
* **Council strategies or policies** (e.g., housing, growth, or economic development).
* **Administrative practices** that support consistent decision-making.
Non-statutory plans and strategies can be adopted by **Council resolution** or by **Town Administration**, depending on their purpose. They are often used alongside statutory plans and the Land Use Bylaw to provide flexibility, promote best practices, and guide future development in a way that balances community needs with long-term goals.
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1. DEV-032 Assigning of Civic Addressing Policy (BD)
2. DEV-032 Assigning Civic Addressing Procedure (BD)
3. DEV-033 Naming Roads and Public Places Policy (BD)
4. DEV-033 Naming Roads and Public Places Procedure (BD)
5. PlanDev-022 Planning & Development Securities Policy
1. PlanDev-022 Planning & Development Securities Procedure
2. Council 026- Engineering & Construction Standards
3. Council-028 Telecommunications Antenna System Siting Protocol
4. Council-036 - Naming Roads and Public Places
### Planning & Development Policies
Policy and procedure documents help guide how the Town makes decisions about **land use and development**. They provide clear direction for Council, Administration, residents, and developers, ensuring that decisions are **consistent, transparent, and aligned with the Town's****Policies & Procedures.**
* **Policies**o**utline the Town's goals and guidelines for specific topics that describe how administrative operational standards are carried out.**
* **Procedures** describe the steps and processes staff follow to apply these policies fairly and consistently.
Together, these documents support good governance, and make sure planning decisions and administrative tasks are carried out in compliance with reflect both **local**and **provincial requirements** under Alberta's Municipal Government Act and related legislation.
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1. Off Site Levy Background Report 2022
2. Off- Site Levies Black Diamond
1. Offsite Levies Turner Valley
**Off-Site Levies**
**Off-site levies** are fees that municipalities in Alberta can charge developers to help pay for the infrastructure needed to support growth. These levies ensure that the cost of expanding the community is shared fairly between developers, new residents, and the municipality.
Off-site levies can be used to fund major infrastructure projects such as:
* Water and wastewater systems
* Stormwater management facilities
* Roads and transportation upgrades
By collecting off-site levies, the Town makes sure that new development helps cover the cost of the services and facilities it requires, rather than placing the full financial burden on existing taxpayers. This helps keep growth **sustainable, fair, and financially responsible**.
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1. Annexation Report\_Full
**Annexation**
The Province approved the Town of Black Diamond's request to annex 821 acres from Foothills County. The Order in Council 15/2020, issued January 28, 2020, can be viewed from the Alberta Queen's Printer website. Additional information and background information is available on the Annexation project page.
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The Town has adopted the following City of Calgary standards for municipal infrastructure.
Engineering Standards Policy - 2024
* Complete Streets Guide (2014)
* Consulting Engineer's Field Services Guidelines 7th edition
* Design Guidelines for Development Site Servicing Plans (DSSP) (2018)
* Design Guidelines for Subdivision Servicing (2020)
* Development Guidelines and Standards Specifications: Landscape Construction (2021)
* Development Review: Design Standards for the Storage and Collection of Waste
* Environmental Construction Operations (ECO) Plan Framework (2014)
* Field Guide for Erosion and Sediment Control (2011)
* Fire Department Access Standard
* Guidelines for Erosion and Sediment Control (2017)
* Proximity Guidelines (2015)
* Sewage Bypass Pumping Guidelines (2018)
* Standard Specifications for Waterworks Construction - 2020
* Standard Specifications: Road Construction (2015)
* Standard Specifications: Sewer Construction (2020)
* Stormwater Management and Design Manual (2011)
* Temporary Traffic Control Manual (2016)
### Engineering Standards
**Engineering standards** set the rules for designing and building municipal infrastructure such as roads, water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. They ensure construction is **safe, durable, and built to last**, meeting both provincial and Town requirements.
Following these standards helps the Town protect public safety, reduce long-term maintenance costs, and support **reliable, sustainable growth** for the community.
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## Sale of Municipal Surplus Land Policy
The policy and procedure for the sale of municipal land is outlined in Council-019. Any lands that are proposed, current, or pending sale will be advertised on the Municipal Land Sales page.
* Policy Council-019 Sale of Municipal Surplus Land
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## Planning and Development: Related Fire Requirements for Development
## Fire Apparatus Turning Radius
The Pierce Turning Performance Analysis provides the Curb to Curb turning radius calculated for 9.00 inch curb with the ladder truck, being the apparatus with the widest turning radius. This calculation is intended for use in developments where emergency service access is a consideration.
* Pierce Turning Performance Analysis
## High Intensity Residential Fire (HIRF) Requirements
This document outlines important fire safety considerations for lots with side-yards under 2.4 m in width. In accordance with the National Building Code - 2023 Alberta Edition (sections 9.10.15.3, 3.2.3.1, and A-3.2.3.1(8)), additional fire protection measures may be required when the fire department's response time exceeds 10 minutes. These measures--such as non-combustible cladding, elimination of side-yard windows, and/or sprinkler systems--help contain or suppress fires to allow sufficient time for emergency response.
Municipalities served by volunteer fire departments are assumed not to meet the 10-minute standard unless a letter stating otherwise is provided. The 10-minute response time is measured from the moment the fire department is notified to the arrival of a suppression-capable vehicle on-site. If this threshold is not met in 90% or more of cases, increased setbacks or enhanced fire protection are mandatory.
Note: For lots with side-yards under 2.4 m, please refer the file to PARK prior to issuance of a Notice of Decision (NOD) to ensure compliance with HRIF glazing requirements.
* High Intensity Residential Fire (HIRF) Requirements
The owner, developer, or contractor responsible for a construction or demolition site is required to develop a Fire Safety Plan that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction (Diamond Valley Fire Rescue - Fire Safety Codes Officer ("Fire-SCO"). These templates are to assist in developing the required safety plans.
**Construction Fire Safety Plan**
The owner, developer, or contractor responsible for a construction or demolition site is required to develop a Fire Safety Plan that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction (Diamond Valley Fire Rescue - Fire Safety Codes Officer: "Fire-SCO"). These templates are to assist in developing the required safety plans.
* Construction Fire Safety Plans for Major Projects
* Construction Fire Safety Plans for Renovations
## CFD Access Standard 2026
The purpose of this standard is to provide guidance on emergency services access requirements to agencies, departments, stakeholders, developers, registered professionals, designers or any individual responsible for the design, installation, provision and maintenance of required emergency services access in compliance with the *National Fire Code 2023 (Alberta Edition)*, the *National Building Code 2023 (Alberta Edition),* bylaws and industry best practice.
* Fire Department Access Standard
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Safety Codes Council - Codes and Permits
The Alberta Safety Codes Council provides information on permits and installation requirements to conform to the safety standards that have been adopted under the Safety Codes Act.
* Safety Codes Council - Codes & Permits
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1. Abandoned Well Declaration
2. Business Licence Application\_New Resident Business
3. Business Licence Application\_Non-Resident
4. Compliance Certificate Request Form
5. Corporate Signing Authority Affadavit
6. Demolition Permit Application
7. Development Permit Application
8. Excavation Permit Application
1. File Search Research Request Form
2. Home Occupation Permit
3. Land Use Bylaw Amendment Application
4. Peer Review of Technical Documents
5. Sign Permit Application
6. Subdivision Application
7. Time Extension Agreement Application
8. 2025-125 the 2026 Rates and Fees Bylaw CONSOLIDATED
**Planning and Development Application Forms**
Planning and development application forms collect the information required to process a request to **build, renovate, or change the use of a property** in the Town. They help the Town review your proposal to ensure it follows the **Land Use Bylaw, statutory plans, and other relevant policies**.
Submitting a complete application with all required information helps the Town **process requests efficiently and accurately.** If you require assistance with the forms or clarification on the requirements, please contact the Planning Department at **[email protected].**
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