Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) Starland County/Drumheller Bylaw #07.20
Drumheller, Alberta
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TOWN OF DRUMHELLER
BYLAW NO. 07.20
A Bylaw of the Town of Drumheller in the Province of Alberta, pursuant to the provisions
of the Municipal Government Act, being Chapter M-26 of the Statutes of Alberta 2000
and amendments thereto, to adopt the Town of Drumheller-starland County
lntermunicipal Development Plan (2020).
WHEREAS Section 631 (1) of the Municipal Government Act authorizes two or more
Councils to adopt an lntermunicipal Development plan;
WHEREAS the Town of Drumheller and the Starland County have agreed to the joint
preparation of the Town of Drumheller-Starland County !ntermunicipal Development
Plan;
AND WHEREAS all parties required to be included in the Plan preparation have been
properly notified in accordance with Section 636 of the Municipal Government Act;
AND WHEREAS the Councils of the Town of Drumheller and Starland County will hold
public hearings pursuant to Section 692 of the Municipal Government Act after giving
notice of it in accordance with Section 606 of the Municipal Government act;
NOW THERFORE the Municipal Council of the Town of Drumheller, duly assembled,
enacts as follows:
1' That this Bylaw shall be known as the "Town of Drumheller-Starland County
lntermunicipal Development Plan" (as shown in attached Schedule "A") which is part
of this document.
2. That the Town of Drumheller-Starland County lntermunicipal Development plan shall
provide the policy framework for future subdivision and development of the lands
describe therein.
3' That Town of Drumheller Bylaw No. 07.20 shall have force and take effect from the
final reading thereof.
READ A FIRST TIME this 2nd day of March, 2020
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Mayor Heather Colberg
Darryl E. Drohomerski, CAO
READ A SECOND TIME this 16th day of March, 2020
Mayor
Colberg
Darryl E. Drohomerski, CAO
READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME this 16th day of March, 2O2O
Mayor Heather Colberg
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BYLAW NO. 1150
OF STARLAND COUNTY
IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, CANADA
BEING A
BYLAW OF
STARLAND COUNTY, IN THE
PROVINCE OF ALBERTA,
FOR THE PURPOSE OF
ADOPTING
AN
INTERMUNICIPAL
DEVELOPMENT PLAN WITH
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TOWN
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DRUMHELLER.
WHEREAS Secfion 631 of the Municipal Government Acf provides for two or
more municipalities to jointly prepare an intermunicipal development plan for an
area of common interest or concern.
WHEREAS The Councils of the Town of Drumheller and Starland County have
recognized the need to cooperate in the planning of future land use and
development along the shared common municipal boundary;
AND WHEREAS A Bylaw of Starland County, in the Province of Alberta, for the
purpose of adopting the lntermunicipal Development Plan of the Town of
Drumheller and Starland County, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act,
being Chapter M-26 of the Sfafufes of Alberta 2000, and amendments thereto;
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Starland County, duly assembled, enacts as
follows:
1.1 This Bylaw may be cited as the "Drumheller IDP Bylaw"
1.2
The lntermunicipal Development Plan of the Town of Drumheller and
Starland County, attached to this bylaw as Schedule "A", is hereby
adopted.
1.3
This Bylaw may be amended by Bylaw in accordance with the Municipal
Government Act, as amended.
1 .4 This Bylaw shall come into effect on the date of the third and final reading
First Reading on motion of Councillor Rew, this 26th day of February, A.D.,
2020.
Second Reading on motion of Councillor Marshall, this 11th, day of March, A.D.,
2020.
Third and final reading on motion by Deputy Reeve Sargent, this 11th day of
March, A.D., 2020.
Done and finally passed in Council, duly assembled, this 11th day of
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March, A.D., 2020.
Shirley Bremer
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TABLE OF CONTHNTS
1 | tNTRODUCT|ON.........,..
1.1 Purpose of an lntermunicipal Development Plan .....
L.2 Hierarchy of Plans in Alberta
1.3 Planning l-egislation in Alberta
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LIST OF MAPS
Map 1: iDP Area
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lVlap 3: Historical and Iirvirorrrrrentel,
lVlap 4: Land Use Designations (Zoning)
Map 5 [rtergy Fuc iLies
LIST OF FIGURES
i:igure 1-:. Planning Hierarchy in Alber'ra
Frgi-rre 2:Town of Drunrheller Perpulatiorr Charrge
Figure 3: Dispute Resolutton Process
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L.L Purpose of an lntermunicipal Development Plan
The purpose of intermunicipal planning is to establish a long-range collaborative approach for future land
use along municipal boarders. The Town of Drumheller's northern boundary borders Starland County.
Land use decistons made by either municipality along this border may affect and influence one another.
This Intermunicipal Development Plan (lDP) will be a cooperative planning initiative that ensures
development and land use decisions along this border occurs in a manner that respects the interests of
each municipality. The overall objectives of this IDP are to:
o Ensure development and growth occurs in a sustainable and responsible manner;
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Establish a coordinated approach to developrnent and land use decisions along the shared
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Encourage continued communication between the municipalities;
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Minimize future land use conflicts;
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Outline processes for resolving disputes, and
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Provide landowners with greater certainty of potential land use and future development within
the Plan Area.
ln accordance with the MunicipalGovernment Act (MGA) lDPs are the highest order of municipal
statutory plan. All lower order statutory plans for a municipality, including a Municipal Development plan
(MDP)and Area Structure Plans (ASPs) must be in alignment with any and all lDPs a municipality has
adopted (see Figure 1").
1.2. Hierarchy of Plans in Alberta
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1.3 Planning Legislation in Alberta
The Province of Alberta takes a multi-tiered approach to legislating planning and development within the
province. The two main pieces of provincial legislation that mandate planning and development in Alberta
are the Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA), and the Municipal Government Act (MGA). The ALSA
mandates the legislative authority for the province's seven (7) Regional Plans, while the MGA provides
the legislative authority of municipal planning documents.
The seven (7) Regional Plans are organized geographically by seven major watersheds within Alberta. Two
ofthe seven Regional Plans have been adopted (LowerAthabasca Regional Plan and South Saskatchewan
Regional Plan). The remaining five Regional Plans are either underway or not started. The Red Deer
Regional Plan, which encompasses Starland County and the Town of Drumheller, has not been started.
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The overall objective of the Regional Plans rs to set a collaborative approach to marraging the province's
land and natural resources to achieve economic, environmental and social goals All municipal bylaws,
includitig planning documents, are required to be in alignment with the applicable Regional plan.lDp
L"4 Legislative Requirements
The Municipal Government Act (MGA) mandates the legislative requirements for lDPs. Section 631 of the
MGA (os ontended January L, 2020\ outhnes the requirernents for an lDp:
I nte rm u n i ci pa I Deve I opm ent P I a ns
631(L) Subject to subsections (2) and (3), 2 or more councils of municipalities that hove common
baundaries ond thot ore not members of a growth region as defined in section 70B.Ai" must, by each
passtng a bylaw in accordance with this Part or in sccordance with sections L2 and 592, adopt an
intermuntcrpal development plan to include those areas of land lying within the baundanes of the
rnuniclpalities as they cot'tsider necessary.
(2) Sttbsection (1) does nat require municlpolities to odopt on intermunicip,ol clevelopment plan with
each ather if they ogree thot they do nat require one, but any af the municipalities may revake its
ogreement at any tine by givtng written nottce to the other or others, and where that notice is given
the municipalities must comply wth subsection (1) within one year front the date of the notice unless
an exemption is ordered under subsection (j).
(3) The Mtnister nay, by order, exempt ene ar more cauncils t'rom the requirentent to atlopt an
intermunictpal development plan, ond the order may contaln ony ternls and conditions that the
M in iste r canside rs necess0 ry.
(4) Municipolittes that are requrred under subsectian (1) to odopt on intermunicipal development plon
must have an lntermunicipal development plan praviding for all of the motters referred to in
subsectian (8) in place by April 1, 202A.
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{8) An intermunicipal development plan
(a) must address
(i) the future lond use within the area,
(ii) the manner of and the proposals for t'uture development in the area,
(iii) the provrsion af ttansportottan systems for the area, eitl'ter generally or specifically,
(iv) the co-ordinatiort af interntunrcipal progrants relotinel to the physical, sociol oncl ecopontic
development of the orea,
(v) environmental ft|atters within the areo, either generally or specifically, and
(vi) any other motter related to the physical. sacial or economic development af ttte area thot the
cou t'tci I s ca n si de r nece ssa ry,
(b) ntust include
(l) A pracedure to be usedto resolve ot attempt to resalve any canflict between the municipalities
that have adopted the plan,
(ii) a pocedure to be used, by ane Dt more muniopalities, to amend or repeal the plan, and
(iii) provisions relqting to the administration of the plan.
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central Aiber la spailTrng "rn erea ol 10,803 lrectsl-es (26,694 acres),
:;il.ualeci betrivr:f ri litarlard L'oi-rrrt,7 tu the norlh, Kneeirili Coi-rnty to ihe
wesi, Sper-iai Areas 2 io rhe easi, and Wheatlanr-i Counly to the scuth. The
l own offers a drversrty cri reside nti,:l optrons, emcilc)-ilenI oppcrrlr-inrties,
aird \/;V oi'life for tlre Tcwn's l)(r0ulatrort oi i,982 {staristrcs CanaCa, :0i6
Cerrsus) The -icr'vri ci L,iurnheiier ls greatly influenceul by iis unique
lanrlscrpe rr;de iip r:i r'irlling iieids, steep, di-1r s1'r;11g".5, and the ReC Dcei'
River. I he Towit's tlo.ri ls to 0r'esei've arrd ei^rhance ihe naiurai €nviroiirltni
whrie ecconri-rrc,.de.rtitrg grcv",th responsrbly afld strategtceily..l-lte lor,';r rs
rveil'known fci' its toL-rrisr-n inir:str-v. irr tire helrrt of ihe C.:rrarjien Badl.rnds,
Druirrheller''s uirrclue scenery aud f;rsciiratinp, dinosaLir--orienteC histcry
attr';cts hurr,jreCs of thousarrds cf peopie io the r:ornmr,iniiy each year
-ciarland Courriy is a rL;ral rnunicrpaliiy cor-lslslirrg Lt,i rt 1.;,r'j are3 oi
approxiilalell,2,560 sClLrare kilomel.r'es witn a 2Cio fenSuS pooulaiic,r l.f
1.,066 SiarlancJ Countr,' is i:crclereC by the Tovvr-r of Drurnirelirr to its south.
Wl'rile:gi-icuitr,r-e is ihe fr..irrci;rnental ecoriomrr: activirV in St.:r'iancj County
oll arci gas t,rociirction. along with iine.jr proprei-lir=s ieiectric generat-ron al.1rj
ii';rrisiirrssiori lrrles. anct pipclrnes) corrlribute signiftcanriy ic the econLtrli:
pi'osilerity of ihe area
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2.1 Plan Boundary
The Plan Area extends approximately 1-.6 km (1 mile) on either side of the shared border between the
municipalities lsee Map 1: IDP Area). At times the Plan Area extends more or less than 1.6 km on either
slde of the shared borderto accommodate geometric irregularities, geographicfeatures and to minimize
any overlaps with other lDPs for either municipality. The Plan Area's south boundary aligns with the north
bank of Red Deer River providing a logical and natural boundary feature.
Within the Plan Area, the following economic, environmental and social considerations were examined
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Land use and zoning
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Historic Resource Value {HRV) Sites
2..2 Plan Area Characteristics
The Plan Area as shown on Mop 1 encompasses ruraland agricultural areas within Starland County and
both urban and rural areas within the Town of Drumheller, although the vast majority of the Plan Area in
the Town is also rural and undeveloped.
Gfi NERAL CH,qRACTTRIST'CS
The Plan Area stretches from the ToWn of Drumheller's north border, past the Town's major central
urban area and then extends all the way to the boundary with SpecialAreas in the south. The Red Deer
River is the south boundary of the Plan Area thereby maintalning a separation between the Plan Area and
the Town's most urban and developed areas. ln the north portion of the Plan Area the major east-west
transportation route is Secondary Highway B3B that runs parallel and just north of the Red Deer River. To
the east is Highway 56 that runs north-south and connects to the Town's central business area. ln the
southeast corner of the Plan Area Secondary Highway 849 runs north-south. The dramatic Red Deer River
valley with its steep cliffs and badlands landscape is the main geographic influence on the Plan Area as
well as tourist attraction and constraint on land develooment.
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NATURAL ENVIROTIMENT & THE RED DEER RIVER BASIN
N4uch of the southern portion of the Plan Area boundary runs along the north bank of the Red Deer River
and includes important riparian areas withln the Red Deer River Basin. Riparian areas provide a wide
range of ecological functions that are vital to a healthy functioning landscape and form part of an
extensive drainage basin within every watershed. Additionally, numerous creeks and streams that are
tributaries of the Red Deer River have created deep drainage channels in the rivervalley and run
perpendicular to the Red Deer Valley. Both municipalities are committed to protecting and preserving the
environmental aspects of this basin.
AGRICULTURAL IAND USES
The agricultural land in the Plan Area consists of a variety of soil classifications that are used for a range of
agricultural activities including grazing and crop production (see Map 2: Soil Classifications).
RESIDENTIAL LAND USES
Residential land use within the Plan Area is mainly located within the Town of Drumheller just north of
the Town's central business area and the junction of Highways 9, 56, 838 and 576. Within the Starland
County portion of the Plan Area minimal residentialand acreage development has occurred.
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CCIMMERCIAL & TOURISN4 tAND USIS
The Plan Area boundary contains Midland Provincial Park, which hosts the world famous Royal Tyrrell
Museum. However Provincial Parks are under the jurisdiction of the Province of Alberta and not subject
to the policies of this lDP. The RoyaiTyrrell Museum is a popular tourist attraction, which also creates
broader interest for the landscape of the area. Various other tourist destinations are located along the
major highway corridors within the river valley, including Highway 838.
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The Plan Area and region is a unique landscape that is rich in cultural, archaeologicaland paleontological
history and artifacts (see Map 3: Historic and Environmental Features). The area is well-known as a
destination for scientists and tourists interested in the science of paleontology and especially dinosaurs
with the presence of the RoyalTyrrell Museum.
The area's rich history also extends to human habitation of the region. This area has been inhabited by
lndigenous peoples for thousands of years. The Plan Area is located within Treaty 7, which was signed on
by the Government of Canada and five First Nations: the Siksika {Blackfoot}, Kainai {Blood}, Piikani
{Peigan), Stoney-Nakoda, and Tsuut'ina (Sarcee).
LAND UsE DESTGNATIONS {ZONthtc}
Lands within the Plan Area are predominately designated (zoned) as Agriculturaldistricts in the respective
Land Use Bylaws of both municipalities. Other land use designations include airport (in Starland County),
urban transition, commercial and residential as shown on Map 4: Land Use Designations (Zoning).
AIRPORT
The Drumheiler Municipal Airport with a 1",068m (3500 ft) runway is located in Starland County and
shown on Map 4 as the blue 'Airport District'.
OIL & GAs FACITITIES
Oiland gas facilities are present throughout the region and also within the Plan Area. Map 5:Energy
Facilities identifies the existing oil and gas facilities.
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Town of Drumheller amalgamated with the M.D. of Badlands No, 7 in 1998 thereby including additional
hamlets and rural areas into its municipal boundaries. This provided the municipality with a healthy
land base for any anticipated future growth. Between 1996 and 20L1- the municipality grew in population
from 7,833 to a high of 8,029 before dropping in 2016 ta7,982 (see Figure 2). An tDP provides the
opportunity to gain an understanding of any future growth requirements of the urban municipality. The
Town of Drumheller's relatively flat population growth combined with a desktop analysis of vacant lands
suggests there is sufficient residential and non-residential land available for the Town. Thus, the need for
annexation is not expected in the near future.
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3 I POLICY FRAMEWORK
IDP policies are important because they guide and direct each municipality in their day-to-day decision-
making pertaining to development and land use. An IDP is the highest levei statutory plan in a
municipality and subsequently decision-making and lower level statutory plans must align with IDP
policies. The following policy sections reflect an understanding of the key characteristics of the Plan Area
and establish policies that work towards achieving the shared goals of each municipality.
3.1 lnterpretation
This IDP uses specific language to ensure clear and concise policies that will guide decision making.
Further, it is important to ensure these policies are communicated in the proper context. The following
words are to be interpreted throughout the plan as follows:
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Council: refers to the Town of Drumheller Council and/or Starland County
Council.
Shall, require(d), must, or will: mean that the policy is mandatory; exceptions
would require an amendment to the Plan.
Should:always applies to the situation unless it can clearly be identified to the
agreement of Council or the Approving Authority that in the given situation, the
policy is not reasonable, practical or feasible.
May: acknowledges support in principle and indicates that Council or the
Approving Authority has the discretion to determine the level of compliance that
is required.
Unless otherwise required by the context, words used in the present tense
include the future tense; words used in the singular include the plural; and the
word person includes a corporatlon as well as an individual. Unless otherwise
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3.2 Land Use
lntent
It is critical for the IDP to identify the long-term future land use vision for the Plan Area, The vision for the
future land use pattern of the Plan Area will guide all subsequent policies and decisions. A common
understanding by both municipalities of this land use vision is key for cooperation and a legislative
requirement for an lDP.
stipulated, the lnterpretation Act, Chapter l-8, RSA 2000 as amended, shall be
used in the interpretation of this bylaw. Words have the same meaning whether
they are capitalized or not.
All refeiences to a specific agency, body, or department were accurate at the
time of writing. lt is understood that agency, body and department names
change from time to time. All references throughout the Plan shall therefore be
considered to be applicable to the current relevant agency, body or department.
The geographical or relative boundaries or anyvariable presented on the maps
contained in this Plan, with the exception of the boundaries of the Plan Area,
shall be interpreted as a rough approximation and not an accurate depiction of
its actual or full extension.
The future vision for the Plan Area is to ensure continuation of the agricultural
and rural character of the area while concentrating future urban development
within the Town's existing urban areas or Town areas identified for future
growth.
Future land uses in the Plan Area shall align with the Future Land Use Maps
within each municipality's Municipal Development Plan.
Acknowledging that the Plan Area is a gateway to the Royal Tyrrell Museum and
adjacent notable tourism and natural areas, both municipalities shall strive to
make land use decisions that continue to support tourism in the Plan Area.
Fragmentation of agricultural land and premature conversion to non-agricultural
uses should be limited.
Land use within the Plan Area shall align with any statutory planning documents
or Land Use Bylaw from either municipality.
Poiie v 3.2.2
Pulicy 3.2.3
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3.3 Growth Management & Annexation
intent
An IDP provldes the opportunity to identify any lands that may be required for municipal expansion
through annexation to ensure that municipalities have an adequate land supply to support future growth
However, through the population and vacant land an:rlysis it was identified that the Town currently
contains an adequate land supply to meet short and medium-term future development demands.
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The municipalities shall strive to engage in open communication when
considering land use decisions in the Plan Area and should discuss any proposed
Statutory Plans, Land Use Bylaw updates, or amendments that may impact the
Plan Area.
Both municipalities shall endeavor to cooperate in planning and land use
decisions adjacent to the Drumheller Municipal Airport located in the Plan Area
Should the Town require additional lands the annexation process may be
initiated by the Town in accordance with the requirements of the Municipol
Gavernment Act.
The Town of Drumheller shall consult with Starland County and its residents prior
to initiating an annexation application to the province.
ln making land use decisions within the Plan Area, both municipalities shall
respect the right of agricultural operators to pursue normal activities associated
with extensive agriculture without interference or restrictioh based on their
impact on adjacent uses.
Pciicy 3.3"3
The Town of Drumheller and Starland County will endeavor to reach an
agreement on an annexation prior to submitting an annexation to the Municipal
Government Board.
3.4 Agricuiture
lntent
Agricultural land represents the largest land use in the Plan Area, consisting predominately of activities
associated with extensive agriculture. Extensive agriculture and uncultivated natural areas shall continue
to be the primary uses of land in the Plan Area.
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Both municipalities will strive to work cooperatively to encourage good
neighbour farming practices, such as dust, weed and insect control, adjacent to
developed areas through best management practices and Alberta Agriculture
guide lines.
It is recognized that approval of Confined Feeding Operations (CFOs) ultimately
Iies with the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB). Prior to approvals
being given within the Plan Area, both municipalities shall request that the staff
of the NRCB review local plans and policies and considerthese ln thelr decision
making.
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To ensure tourism and recreational related development continues to provide economic benefit to both
municipalities and occurs in a harmonious manner with the natural landscape. To create opportunities for
joint cooperation between the two municipalities and the Province of Alberta.
Both municipalities should consult with each other, the Province of Alberta, and
other agencies and stakeholders to development cooperative management plans
which integrate tourism, economic development, land use, development and
recreational activities.
Starland County acknowledges the Town of Drumheller's Tourism Corridor Bylaw
and its linkage to a healthy tourism economy that benefits the entire region.
While the bylaw does not affect lands in Starland County, the County will
encourage residents and landowners wlthin the vicinity of the Tourism Corridor
Bylaw to maintain their properties to a high standard and to minimize unsightly
properties that may deter tourism.
Both municipalities recognize that authentic rural living and agricultural
production along tourism corridors is supported and encouraged. These rural
activities require operations and aesthetics not familiar to all tourists (e.g.
manure spreading, slow moving vehicles on roads) and are supported by both
municipalities to ensure the continued rural character of the area.
Either municipality when making land use decisions or providing referral
comments to the other municipality may wish to considerthe preservation of
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view corridors / viewscapes that are important to the tourism industry and/or
local character of the area.
3.6 Servicing and lnfrastructure
lntent
Proper servicing of development is criticalforthe continued health and safety of residents. Coordination
of the delivery of infrastructure and services between both municipalities can lead to greater efficiency
and cost savings.
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Both municipalities are strongly encouraged to identify and implement cost
effective ways of delivering shared services that benefit both municipalities and
their residents.
Where possible local infrastructure and development should connect to regional
services.
Where servicing a development is more feasible from the services and
infrastructure of the other municipality the development levies or equivalent
contributions shall be collected from the benefiting development to ensure the
cost of services do not negatively impact existing residents of the municipality
where the services are being provided.
Both municipalities will discuss ways to cooperate with provincial and federal
agencies and utility providers to help facilitate the efficient delivery of
infrastructure and services that are mutually beneficial.
3.7 Natural Environment & Historic Resources
Nntent
The lands within the IDP Plan Area contain important Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) such as
native grasslands, riparian areas and drainage courses in additlon to essential wildlife, bird and fish
habitat. Additionally, lands within the IDP Plan Area may contain important Historical Resources, including
archaeological, cultural, or palaeologicalartifacts. Policies within this IDP should ensure that development
occurs in a mannerthat does not negatively impact important historical resources and natural
landscapes.
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Both municipalities shallendeavorto conserve and protect ESAs as defined in
each municipality's Land Use Bylaw and other significant natural areas and
resources.
When making land use decisions each municipality will
a) Utilize and incorporate measures where possible to minimize potential
impacts on the Red Deer River, Rosebud River, and any other important
water resources;
b) Determine appropriate land use patterns ln the vicinity of significant water
resources and other water features including wetlands;
c) Determine appropriate land use patterns adjacent to Provincial Parks and
Protected Areas;
d) Establish appropriate setbacks to maintain water quality, floodwater
conveyance and storage, bank stability and habitat.
Where development is proposed near natural features or lands deemed to be
environmentally sensitive or significant, the approving municipality, at their sole
discretion, may require an Environmental / Biophysical lmpact Assessment
{tlA/BlA) to be completed by a qualified professional to determine the potential
impacts from development and how thcse impacts will be minimized.
Both municipalities should consider the provincial Wetland Policy and Stepping
back from the Water-A Beneficial Monagement Proctices Guide For New
Development when making land use decisions with the goal of sustaining the
environment and economic benefits.
Areas identified as environmentally sensitive or environmentally significant
should be protected through Environmental Reserves, Environmental Reserve
Easements, Conservation Easements, or other appropriate methods as
determined by the municipality and its applicable statutory plans and Land Use
Bylaw regulations.
Either municipality shall refer any new environmental or biophysical study or
report in support of a planning or development application pertaining to lands
within the Plan Area to the other municipality
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Either municipality shall refer to the other municipality any new or amended
municipal bylaw or policy pertaining to environrnental or biophysical matters
within the Plan Area.
Subdivision and Development in or adjacent to the Red Deer River valley
including the Rosebud River shall take into consideration slope stability and soil
characteristics in order to minimize negative impacts. Within floodplains,
deveiopment should be regulated to protect the natural area and to minimize
potential flood damage.
All land uses and developments proposed alongthe top orwithin the rivervailey
in both municipalities shall be.evaluated to ensure preservation of important
viewscapes, water quality and protection of any ESAs.
Development in identified flood fringe and floodways as per provincial mapping
(if completed) shall comply with provincial regulations and legislation. Where
land use development is to occur in flood prone areas not identified on provincial
maps as either flood fringe or floodway, appropriate regulations shall be
implemented to ensure no negative impacts on the land and neighbouring
municipality.
Where development is proposed on lands that may contain a Historical Resource
Value (HRV), a Historical Resource lmpact Assessment (HRIA) may be required to
be completed by the developer to the satisfaction of the municipality and Alberta
Culture and Tourism. The Developer must comply with fhe Historicol Resources
Act and Alberta Culture and Tourism.
Both municipalities should identify properties with significant historic resources
within the Plan Area to ensure conservation and rnaintenance.
3.8 Resource Extraction & Renewable Energy Development
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Resource extraction and renewable energy development are important to the local economy. Further, it
is importani that resource extraction and renewable energy development operations occur in a manner
that is compatible with adjacent land uses and minimizes offsite impacts to ensure sustainable economic,
environmental and social outcomes.
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The municipalities shall consider the effects of visual intrusion, dust, noise,
traffic, and air and water pollution when evaluating applications for new or
expanded resource extraction activities including pits, or other extractive
activities, where they maintain jurisdiction.
Poiie-v 3.[1.5
lf either municipality receives a notification from a provincial agency, board or
department pertaining to a proposed or approved natural resource or renewable
energy development within the Plan Area, the municipality should forward it to
the other municipality.
3.9 Transportation
lntent
Efficient and functional transportation networks are critical to long-range growth and development within
the Plan Area. Further, the communication and coordination between both municipalities as well as
provincial transporlation jurisdictions are necessary to ensure efficiency and functionality.
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Both municipalities shall jointly consult with Alberta Transportation to coordinate
planning and development along major roadways and provincial
highways/jurisdictions within the Plan Area.
Decisions regarding natural resource extraction or renewable energy shall take
into consideration impacts on existing land use, residents, landowners, and
future land use in both municipalities.
Each municipality must be notified of any resource extraction or renewable
energy development proposal in the other municipality that will result in access
being required from a road under its control or management.
Either municipality may require an agreement regarding the construction, repair,
or maintenance of any municipal roads which may be impacted by a resource
extraction or renewable energy-development, where the development requires
access through the other municipality's road network.
Road closures that may affect both municipalittes shall be jointly coordinated by
following the agreed upon referral process.
Both municipalities are encouraged to share information regarding appropriate
practices for road design, maintenance, classification, permitting and road bans
to promote an efficient and cost-effective regional transportation network.
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Poiicy 3.9.5
Each municipality shall be notified of any subdivision or development proposal in
the other municipality that will result in access being required from a road under
its control or management. The affected municipality must give its response in
writing in a timely manner in accordance with the IDP referral process. lf
comments are not received within the notification period, it will be determined
the municipality has no concerns.
Either municipality may require a developer to enter into a Road Use
Management Agreement to control traffic, manage dust control or maintenance
issues if access to the development is required from a road under its control or
jurisdiction.
3.1O Telecommunication Towers & Utilities
I ntent
It is recognized that the jurisdiction for telecommunication towers and utility approvals is outside of the
control of municipalities. However, as the demand for this infrastructure grows there is potential for
these developments to have land use impacts. The following policies seek to guide both municipalities
when providing comments to applicants or relevant agencies in regard to applications for
telecommunication infrastructure within the Plan Area.
Policy 3.10.1
When providing comments for a new, expanded or retrofitted
telecommunications tower, both municipalities shall request
telecommunications companies to co-locate within the Plan Area where
technically feasible.
Policl' 3. t0.2
When providing comments to provincial and federal departments regarding
utility development within the Plan Area, both municipalities shall request that
consideration be given to the establishment of utility corridors with multiple
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4 I IDP IMPLEMENTATION & ADMINISTRATION
Continuous collaboration and communlcation between both municipalities is essential for effective
coordination of land use planning at a regional level and the successful implementation and
administration of the lDP. The following policies are established with the goal of ensuring effective and
clear processes for communication and collaboration are established between the municipalities.
4.t Circulation and Referral Process
intent
To establish a clear process for referring subdivision and development applications, statutory and non-
statutory planning documents and amendments, and land use related studies and achieving a
coordinated approach to planning and development within the Plan Area.
llttit^y' 4. i. 1
The following shall be referred by each municipality priorto a public hearing,
meeting or decision:
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A proposed Municipal Development Plan iMDP);
A proposed Area Structure Plan (ASP) or Area Redevelopment Plan (ARP)
within the Plan Area; or a proposed ASP or ARP that may have an impact
on the PIan Area;
A proposed new Land Use Bylaw (LUB);
An amendment to a statutory planning document or Land Use Bylaw
within the Plan Area or which may affect the Plan Area;
A proposed multilot subdivision within the Plan Area;
A development application for a Discretionary Use within the Plan Area;
A road closure within the Plan Area;
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Applications received from the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) for
Confined Feeding Operation approvals located within the plan area shall be
referred by each municipality.
Either municipality may refer any other application, statutory plan, policy, report
or land use matter not specified in Policy 4.1.11o the other municipality if the
municipality ls of the opinion that the adjacent municipality may have an interest
in the matter and wish to comment.
lf either municipality is in receipt of a notice of application for a new or expanded
pit / natural resource extraction operation within the Plan Area, they shall
forward a copy of the notice andlor application to the other municipality.
Where there is an application for a new, expanded or retrofitted
telecommunications tower within the Plan Area, the municipality receiving the
application shall notify the other municipality to seek their comments.
From the date that a municipality receives a referral, the municipality will have
the following timelines to review and provide comments:
10 calendar days for development applications;
20 calendar days for subdivision applications and all other intermunicipal
referrals.
A municipality that has received a referral may request an extension of the initial
review period. lf an extension of the review period is granted, it shall be
communicated in writing.
lf the municipality receiving the referral has not replied within the stipulated
timeline, it will be determined that the municipality has no comments or
concerns regarding the referral.
Should any concerns arise through the referral process that cannot be resolved
between the two administrations, the dispute resolution process (Section 4.3 of
this bylaw) shall be iniiiated.
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4.3 IDP Committee
The implementation of this Plan is intended to be an ongoing process to ensure it is maintained and
remains applicable. A committee with joint representation will ensure continued dialogue and
cooperation, asthe purpose of thiscommittee isto promote active cooperation and conflict resolution
through a consensus-based approach.
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the Plan. Both Councils must pass the bylaw repealing the Plan and either adopt
a new IDP or mutually agree that an IDP is not required for the repeal to take
effect.
Should only one municipality wish to repeal the plan, the dispute resolution
process (Section 4.3 of this bylaw) shall be initiated.
For the purposes of administering and monitoring the lDP, the Town of
Drumheller and Starland County shall establish an lntermunicipal Development
Plan Committee ("the Comrnittee") conrprised of an even number of members of
Council from both the Town of Drumheller and Starland County. Each
municipality may appoint an alternate Committee member in the event a regular
member cannot attend a schedule meeting. Alternate Committee members shall
have standing.
The term of appointment for Committee members should be as determined by
each municipality. Following each election, Members of the Committee shall be
appointed by respective Councils at their Organizational Meeting. lf a Council
wishes to appoint a new member to the Committee (include the alternate) they
must do so by motion of Council at a regular Council meeting. The municipalities
shall notify one another upon appointing members and alternate members to
the Committee.
The Committee will meet on an as-needed basis to discuss and provide
recommendations to their respective Councils on matters or issues of mutual
interest and cooperation such as:
(i) Strategic growth plans in relation to the lDP, MDPs, Area Structure Plans,
etc.;
(ii) Regional and intermunicipal transportation issues including proposed
infrastructure, major truck routes as well as potential or existing utility
corridors;
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(iv) Any other topic that may be of mutual interest (i.e. regional planning
in itiatives) .
Notwithstanding Policy 4.2.3, the Committee shail meet every four years,
commencing no later than 2023, in order to review the lDP.
A municipality may call a meeting of the Committee at any time with no less than
five (5) days notice of the meeting being given to all members of the Committee
and support personnel stating the date, time, purpose, and place ofthe proposed
nreeting. The five (5) days notice may be waived with three-quarters of the
Committee members' agreement noted.
The municipality that called the meeting of the Committee shall host and chair
the meeting and is responsible for preparing and distributing agendas and
minutes.
At least one {1) member of each municipality's administrative staff should attend
each meeting in the capacity of the technical, non-voting advisor.
Both Councils agree the Committee is not a decision-making body and that the
Committee shall issue a written response in the form of comments and/or
recommendations to the appropriate and relevant decision-making body within
ten (10) business days from the Committee meeting date.
Where a matter has been referred to the Committee and a resolution cannot be
found, the Dispute Resolution Process in Section 4.4 of this IDP should be
followed.
4.4 Dispute Resolution Process
Adopting a dispute resolution process is an MGA requirement under Part 17 pertaining to an lDP. The
intent of a dispute resolution process ls to resolve, or attempt to resolve, any conflicts between
municipalities early in the process and avoid protracted, lengthy and costly disputes. By following the
process identified in this IDP disputes can be avoided, or where they do occur, shortened and resolved
through facilitated mediation (see Figure 3). The IDP dispute resolution process provides the two
municipalities the opportunity to come to a resolution at the municrpal level. lf a resolution cannot be
achieved, the matter could be resolved through arbitration and/or brought before the Municipal
Government Board.
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Dispute Resoiution Process
Both municipalities shall be responsible for documenting and maintaining
records of all meetings and exchanges throughout the dispute resolution
process.
Administration from each municipality shall ensure the facts of the issue have
been thoroughly investigated and information is made available and transparent
to both parties.
Costs incurred through the dispute resolution process shallbe shared equally by
both municipalities.
Notifying and engaging any affected parties or menrbers of the public wili be at
the discretion of each municipality. Each municipality shall ensure they are
meeting requirements and processes outlined in the MGA or relevant public
participation policies for each municipality for notifying and engaging members
of the public or affected parties.
Should mediation be required through the dispute resolution process; the
powers and responsibilities of the mediator will be limited to providing
recommendations to both municipalities.
Shouid arbitration be required through the dispute resolution process; every
order of an arbitrator is final and binding on all parties.
The municipalities are encouraged to attempt to resolve disputes prior to
submission of a Section 690 appeal to the Municipal Government Board.
However, in the case of a dispute that cannot be resolved involving the adoption
of a statutory plan, Land Use Bylaw or amendment to such, an appeal may be
filed without prejudice, within 30 days of adoption to the Municipol Government
Boord (MGB) in accordance with Section 690 (L) of the MGA so the provincial
statutory right and timeframe to appeal is not lost.
An appeal may be withdrawn if an agreement is reached between the two
municipalities prior lo the Municipal Government Board meeting.
When the administration of a municipality identifies a potential issue, either
party may give written notice to the other identifying the areas of conflict,
initiating the dispute resolution process.
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ti-re nratler tc allefrrr:,t IC c(lrne tc .t st-.ltilton.I'his ruiii genei'.rli'y inciude a
mi:illber of plarrnlng stafi ":nd the CAr-ls oi eacll irtinicipr.riitv lf I si'riution to lile
clis:grerir,er)t is reeched, thr:rt sl:f i from each rntrnlcipaiil\i snall takL'the
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reachei eJCii mr.rtrtcip-rairly shaii tai<e Ilre neces)arv sieps io inrpierrenl rnr-'
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liii:Lt iDp Coilrnriitee is rrnable to rt)solrie thi't.:lisagreerllell1.,; -tolnt (-ourtcll
ir'leetlng slt;ii bi, cortr;t ned betu.leerr lo ciiscirss i:ossibie le soliltrons ei.rd allterliil
ir,] fpich (clr15ellsr.rs cn tile tssue.
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,-cLtlctl ireetiilg. ,: frrr,.nal rrlec-ii;:i.rcn 0roaess ic l'ar:iiii;rl.e resoluticit ci i.ire lsslle
si'lall i:,e irriiraied j'he falilruri-eCl nledi.rl-iLrir prc.te!-\ will inrrcivr 3 iTrediatci
i r-r I ir-ia ily a gr-eerJ,-r norl',iy botr'' nl 1,1 11 ici pa I iti es
li' the ciisitLtte l*'srtiutiorl plocess i: rioi lorllilieieci '""i'thii-i o!'le )rear ir'or,r ihe dale
ii-le rrrttL,e oi rhe cilsp,,tie ls grven, erth-^r irrmicipaliiv irt.ry reqriesi riie lVlitrister.ic
aupr:inl all arb lratoi prrrsLiaui to rlre regiiiaiioiis cutlrriect rit lhe lvjiin',-,!ii,'
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5 DEFINITIONS
Adjacent Land{s): Land that abuts or is contiguous to the parcel of land that is being described and
includes land that would be contiguous if not for a highway, road, lane, walkway, watercourse, utility lot,
pipeline right-of-way, power line, railway or similar feature and any other land identifled in a land use
bylaw as adjacent for the purpose of notifications under the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statues
of Alberta 2000, M26 with amendments.
AgriculturalOperation: lf not deflned in the munlcipality's Land Use Bylaw, it is an agricultural activity
conducted on agricultural land for gain or reward or in the hope or expectation of gain or reward, and can
include, but is not llmited to:
a) the cultivation of land;
b) the raising of livestock, including game-production animals within the meaning of
the "Livestock lndustry Diversification Act" and poultry;
c) the raising of fur-bearing animals, pheasants or fish;
d) the production of agricultural field crops;
e) the production of fruit, vegetables, sod, trees, shrubs and other specialty
horticultural crops,
f) the production of eggs and milk;
C) the production of honey (apiaries);
h) the operation of agricultural machinery and equipment, including irrigation
pumps on site;
i) ihe application of fertilizers, insecticides, pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides,
including application by ground and aerial spraying, for agricultural purposes;
j) the collection, transportation, storage, application, use transfer and disposal of
manure;
k) the abandonment and reclamation of confined feeding operations and manure
storage facilities.
Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA): The Alberta Land Stewardship Act Statues of Alberta, 2009 Chapter
A-26.8, as amended.
Area Structure Plan (ASP):A statutory plan in accordance with the Municipal Government Act (MGA)for
the purpose of providing a framework for subsequent subdivision and development of an area of land in a
municipality. The Plan typically provides a design that integrates land uses with the requirements for
suitable parcel densities, transportation patterns (roads), stormwater drainage, fire protection and other
utilitles across the entire Plan Area.
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Biophysical lmpact Assessment: means the assessment of the biological and physical elements for the
purpose of reducing the potential impacts of the proposed development on the natural environment. The
report details specific components of the environment such as topography, geology, hydrology, soils,
vegetation, wildlife, and biodiversity (terrestrial and aquatrc) for a specific development area Mitigation
measures are suggested to minimize or eliminate potential environmental concerns.
Confined Feeding Operations (CFO): An activity on land that is fenced or ericlosed or within buildirigs
where livestock is conflned forthe purpose of growing, sustaining, finishing or breeding by nteatrs other
than grazing and requires registration or approval unCer the conditions set forth in the Agriculturral
Operation Practices Act (AOPA), Revised Statues of Alberta 2000, Chapter A-7,as amended from time to
time, but does not include residences, seasonal feeding and bedding sites, equestrian stables, auctiorr
marl<ets, race tracks or exhibition grounds,
Conservation Easement: Avoluntary agreement between a landowner and a conservation organization or
government agency. The intent of the Conservation Easement is to protect the ecological, scenrc, and or
agriculturalvalues of the land. The agreement is placed on title, and the landowner continues r-rsirrg the
land subject to the specific restrictions in the easement.
Conservation Reserve: As defined by the Municipal Government Act and used for the purpose of
conserving environmentally significant features tirat cannot be required to be provided as environmental
reSe rve.
Council(s): The Council of Starland Cour-rty and the Towrr of Drumheller in the Province of Alberta
Development: As defined byrhe Municipal GovernmentAct in Part 1"7, section 61"6, means
a) an excavation or stockpile and the creation of either of them;
b) a building or an addition to or replacenrent or repair of a building and the construction or placing
of any of them on, in, over or under land;
c) 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 likelyto result irr a change in the use of the land or building; or
d) a change in the inlensity of the iand or a building or an act done in relation to land or a building
that results irr or is likely to result in a change in the intensity of use of the land or building.
Discretionary Use: The use of land or a building in a land use district for which a development permit may
be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority with or without conditions.
Extensive Agriculture: means systems of tillage and grazing on large areas of land by the raising of crops
orthe rearing of livestocl< bi-rt does not include confined feedrng or intensive livestock operations and
may be either separately or in conjunction with one another and includes buildings and oiher structures
incidental to the operation but does not include residential buildings.
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t,ltvir'aiitrr'ti:iri.:.ti !i|C,;.;,'ir.'ti.rrl:.:,O!'iiri'ir,liOl\rinrttl:'tii4;iil;.lrl.
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Renewable Energy Development or Renewable Energy lndustry: lndustry that uses some form of
alternative energy either as lhe source of its operation or the result of its operation, such as, but not
limited to, wind energy conversion systents, solar energy systems, hydroelectric dams among others.
Resource extractlon: Use of lands that are governed by the location of a natural resource such as, but rrot
limited to, sand and gravel, oil and gas, or logging which involves the extraction or onsite processing
and/or storage of a natural resource
SoilClassifications: The classification of soils in accordance with the Canadian Land lnventory on the basis
of soil survev information, and are based orr lntensity, rather than kind, of their limitations for agriculture,
Class 1-Soils in this class have no significant limitations in use for crops
Class 2 - Soils in this class have moderate linlitations that restrict the range of crops or require
moderate conservation practices.
Class 3 Soils in this class have moderately severe lintitatlons that restrict the range of crops oi'
require special conservation practices.
Class 4 - Soils in this class have severe limitations that restrict the range of crops or require special
conservation Practices.
Class 5 - Soils in this class have very severe lirnitations that restrict their capability in producing
perennial forage crops, and improvement practices are feasible
Class 6 * Sorls in this class are capable only of producing perennial forage crops, and improvement
practices are not feasible.
Class 7 - Soils in this class have no capacity for arable cerlture or permallent pasttlre land
Statutory Plan: As per Part 17 of the Municipal Government Act, is an intermunicipal development plan, a
municipal development plan, an area structure plan, or an area redeveloptlrent plan adopted by a
nrunicipality under Division 4 of the Municipal Government Act.
Subdivision and Development Authority: Within the boundary of Starland County means Starland County
Subdivision and Development Authority, and within the boundary of the Town of Drurnheiler means the
Town of Drr,rmheller Subdivision and Development Authority.
Telecommunications Tower: means a structure designed to support antennas for telecommltnications
ancl broadcasting and may include television, cellular phorte, or wireless internet or radio signals.
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