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PART 6 - GENERAL REGULATIONS
The General Regulations set forth in Part 6 shall apply to Development in all Districts,
and may be amended in the same manner as any other Part or Section of this Bylaw.
SECTION 27
ADDRESS NUMBER
(1)
Every Dwelling and business shall have its address number clearly displayed
near the front door of the main entrance.
(2)
Address numbers shall be a minimum of 10.0 cm tall, visible from the Street, and
be installed prior to occupancy.
(3)
Where a Building is developed with an Alley, Buildings shall also have their
house number clearly visible from the Alley.
(Bylaw C-1025-17, March 5, 2018)
(Bylaw C-1283-23, Feb. 12, 2024)
SECTION 28
BUILDING HEIGHT
(1)
The Height of a Building shall be determined by calculating the vertical distance
between Grade (or design Grade for Development that is not built) and the
highest point of the Building.
(2)
In determining the highest point of a Building, elements that are not essential to
the structure of the Building shall not be considered, including but not limited to
the following:
(a)
Elevator housing;
(b)
Mechanical housing;
(c)
Roof entrances;
(d)
Ventilation fans;
(e)
Skylights;
(f)
Solar panels;
(g)
Wind turbines;
(h)
Steeples;
(i)
Smokestacks or chimneys;
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(j)
Fire walls;
(k)
Parapet walls; or
(l)
Flagpoles.
SECTION 29
CORNER SITES
(1)
In residential areas a Site abutting two or more Streets shall have either two
Front Yards or one Front Yard and one Street Side Yard, as determined by the
Development Officer.
(2)
In all cases the location of Buildings on a Corner Site shall be subject to approval
by the Development Officer who shall account for the location of existing
Buildings on adjacent Sites or permitted Setbacks on adjacent Sites.
SECTION 30
DESIGN AND APPEARANCE OF BUILDINGS
(1)
The design and appearance of all Buildings must be compatible with the Land
Use District and with surrounding Sites, unless the Building is setting a higher
standard of design for the Land Use District or neighborhood.
(2)
The massing, size and shape of Buildings shall consider the existing streetscape
and the impact of the Development on adjacent Buildings and Sites, and shall not
have a negative impact on either.
(3)
The external finish of Principal and Accessory Buildings shall be reviewed for
consistency with Adjacent Buildings and Sites with respect to color, finish and
texture, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
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(4)
Any non-residential Building that has exterior wall length greater than 25.0 m
shall incorporate architectural features in an effort to minimize the Building's
mass to the satisfaction of the Development Officer. Such architectural features
could include the use of:
(a)
Multiple colours,
(b)
Differing, but complementary finishes and textures,
(c)
Landscaping;
(d)
Recessing portions of the visible Frontage,
(e)
Awnings, and
(f)
Varying roof lines.
(Bylaw C-942-15, Jan. 29, 2016)
(5)
The following regulations on design and appearance shall apply to all new
Buildings on lands districted PS - Public Service Institutional District within the
City Centre Overlay Area as depicted on the Land Use Map Schedule A.
(a)
Sites and Buildings shall contribute to a high-quality urban form by:
(i)
Front and Side Yard Setbacks may be varied at the discretion of
the Development Officer where providing space for pedestrian
access or an outdoor public space such as a small courtyard or
patio.
(ii)
Building's entrance shall be provided that face the Street-front and
be a clearly identifiable feature, universally accessible and utilize
architectural elements such as paving materials, lighting, signage,
awnings, and canopies.
(iii)
Buildings shall be accentuated to address Street-fronts at the
corners of prominent Street intersections by use of building
massing and architectural features.
(iv)
Roof line variation shall be encouraged.
(v)
Vehicular access to parking areas shall be from an alley, and where
no alley exists access may be from an adjacent Street on the side
that would best limit potential pedestrian conflicts.
(vi)
Loading and waste storage areas shall be located at the rear of
Buildings and shall be screened from view.
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(b)
Building facades and exterior design shall adhere to the following:
(i)
Architectural features shall be used to differentiate Building faces
while allowing that each face remains architecturally compatible
with an adjacent Building by use of similar and complementary
forms, materials, and scale.
(ii)
A Building wall visible from an adjacent Alley and/or on-site parking
area shall be designed to improve the rear Building aesthetic.
(iii)
All blank walls of a Building shall be treated with cladding
complementary to the overall Building, to add interest and texture of
the wall and building, or with mural artwork where appropriate.
(iv)
Brick, natural wood, wood composites, stucco, or glass shall be
used for a Building as its fundamental cladding with these materials
being compatible and complementary to adjacent Buildings.
(v)
Vinyl siding shall not be used as a cladding material.
(Bylaw C-1162-21, April 11, 2023)
(6) The following regulations on design and appearance shall apply to all new
Buildings on lands districted R1 - Low to Medium Density Residential District
lands within the City Centre Overlay Area on the Land Use District Map Schedule
A.
(a)
Sites and Buildings shall contribute to a high-quality urban form by:
(i)
The Height of new Building shall be compatible with a neighbouring
building.
(ii)
Building design shall be architecturally compatible with other
structures by using complementary forms, materials, and scale.
(iii)
Roof line variation shall be encouraged.
(b)
Building Facades and exterior design elements shall adhere to the
following:
(i)
Architectural features shall be used to differentiate one face of a
building from another.
(ii)
Brick, natural wood, wood composites, stucco, or glass shall be
used for a Building as its fundamental cladding with these materials
being compatible and complementary to adjacent Buildings.
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(iii)
Vinyl siding shall not be used as a cladding material.
(Bylaw C-1162-21, April 11, 2023)
(7)
The City may require that a Developer register a restrictive covenant against a
Site or Development area in order to ensure ongoing conformance with
architectural controls or guidelines.
(8)
All mechanical equipment, including roof mechanical units and exhaust fans,
shall be concealed by screening in a manner compatible with the architectural
character of the building or concealed by integrating it into the total building
design.
(Bylaw C-1025-17, March 5, 2018)
SECTION 31
DEVELOPMENT ON OR NEAR SLOPES
(1)
For the purpose of this section, "top of bank" is determined by the Development
Officer.
(2)
A Development on or near a slope must include a geotechnical assessment
conducted by a professional engineer licensed in the Province of Alberta as part
of the Development Permit application. The report must demonstrate defined
flood hazard areas, bank stability, safe building elevations, and mitigation of the
potential for flood damage or erosion of the bank, to the satisfaction of the
Development Officer.
(1)
No permanent Building shall be permitted within 20.0 m of the top of bank of any
water body, or the top or bottom of a slope that exceeds a 15% Grade.
(2)
No permanent Building shall be permitted within a 1:100 year floodplain, unless
the Developer is able to demonstrate adequate flood proofing.
(5)
The Development Officer may require a greater or lesser Setback based on the
geotechnical assessment.
(6)
Where the Development Officer has granted a Setback less than 20.0 m in
accordance to (4) above, the applicant shall enter into a Development
agreement, including security in favour of the City relieving the City of
responsibility for damage or loss due to flooding, subsidence or erosion.
(7)
There shall be no infill of materials within the floodplain of drainage courses that
are not protected by City storm water management on the north side of Highway
16, as per the Big Lake Basin Study.
SECTION 32
DWELLING UNITS PER SITE
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(1)
One Dwelling shall be permitted per Site unless otherwise specified in the District
regulations.
SECTION 33
EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY
(1)
No Building except a Fence shall be placed on a Utility Easement or right-of-way
unless:
(a)
Written consent from the Utility provider or party whose interest is
registered on the right-of-way has been obtained; and
(b)
The proposed Building does not restrict access to the Easement or right of
way for the purpose of installation and maintenance of the Utility, in the
opinion of the Development Officer.
This regulation is subject to the specific conditions of a Utility Easement.
(2)
No Principal Building or building containing a Garden or Garage Suite shall be
sited closer than 7.0 m from the boundary of any Pipeline right-of-way.
(3)
No Building shall be located closer than 5.0 m to a railway right-of-way.
(4)
Any Development or Landscaping authorized by a Development Permit shall be
done at the applicant's risk and should removal be required, the cost shall be the
responsibility of the Registered Owner.
(5)
Drainage swales shall be kept clear of all obstructions and debris and shall not
be altered or blocked.
(Bylaw C-1057-18, March 18, 2019)
SECTION 34
FENCES AND SCREENING
(1)
For internal Sites the maximum height of a Fence shall be:
(a)
2.0 m for the portion of the Fence that does not extend into the Front Yard;
and
(b)
1.0 m for the portion of the Fence that extends into the Front Yard.
(2)
For Corner Sites the maximum height of a Fence shall be:
(a)
1.0 m for the portion of the Fence which extends into the Front Yard(s)
and/or the Street Side Yard; and
(b)
2.0 m for the portion of the Fence located in the Rear Yard or Side Yard.
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(1)
Notwithstanding Section 14(3) of this Bylaw, the Development Officer may issue
a variance to a Fence height for a Street Side Yard or Front Yard on a Corner
Site as it applies to subsection 2(a) above, taking into consideration the
Development on adjacent Sites.
(Bylaw C-865-13, Feb.10, 2014)
(Bylaw C-1025-17, March 5, 2018)
(4)
Where a Site has both its Front Yard and Rear Yards facing onto a Street, a
Development Permit is required for a Fence. The height and specifications for a
Fence in such a case shall conform to the surrounding neighborhood context.
(5)
In the industrial and urban reserve Districts the maximum Height and location of
Fences and screening shall be determined by the Development Officer.
(6)
Barbed wire shall only be permitted in the industrial District when it is placed on
top of a Fence that is 2.0 m or higher.
(7)
No electric Fencing or razor wire is permitted under any circumstances.
(8)
When associated with a Single Detached Dwelling, a privacy wall on a deck must
not exceed 2.0 m in height when measured from the surface of the deck. A
privacy wall on a patio must not exceed 3.0 m in height.
(Bylaw C-981-16, Jan. 25, 2017)
(Bylaw C-1057-18, March 18, 2019)
(Bylaw C-1283-23, Feb. 12, 2024)
(9)
When associated with a Semi-Detached Dwelling or a Street Oriented Row
House, a privacy wall along the shared property boundary shall be a minimum of
1.5 m but not more than 3.0 m in height when measured from the surface of the
deck. All other privacy walls must not exceed 2.0 m in height when measured
from the surface of the deck or patio.
(Bylaw C-981-16, Jan. 25, 2017)
(Bylaw C-1025-17, March 5, 2018)
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(Bylaw C-1057-18, March 18, 2019)
(Bylaw C-1283-23, Feb. 12, 2024)
(10)
Within the GPL - Greenbury Planned Lot district or other Districts that allow Zero
Side Yard Development, there shall be no fencing located in the front yard, no
fencing between the principal buildings, and no fencing closer than the furthest
rear façade in the rear yard.
(Bylaw C-1000-17, June 27, 2017)
(Bylaw C-1369-24, March 10, 2025)
(11)
In the case of commercial, industrial, public and quasi-public uses the
Development
Officer may require fencing to mitigate negative impacts against
adjacent uses. The
fence type will be at the discretion of the Development
Officer and will be dependent
upon the need for the mitigation. The fence shall be
not less than 1.5 m or more
than 2.0 m in height.
(Bylaw C-1025-17, March 5, 2018)
(12)
On a Site Abutting a Site districted to allow Single Detached, Semi-Detached and
Row Housing as a Permitted Use, a Rooftop Terrace and/or Privacy Wall,
excluding vegetative screening constructed on a Rooftop Terrace, shall be
developed in accordance with the following:
(a)
Privacy Wall, excluding vegetative screening, shall be installed along the full
length of the portion of the Rooftop Terrace facing an interior Side Lot Line.
i.
Notwithstanding Section 32(12)(a), where a stepback of 2.0 m or
greater is provided from any building façade facing an interior Side Lot
Line for a Rooftop Terrace, Privacy Wall shall not be required.
(b)
The minimum stepback for Privacy Wall shall be 1.0 m from any building
façade.
(c)
Privacy Wall, excluding vegetative screening, constructed on a Rooftop
Terrace shall be a minimum Height of 1.5 m and shall not exceed 2.0 m in
Height, when measured from the floor of a Rooftop Terrace.
(Bylaw C-1226-22, December 05,
2022)
(13)
All Fences shall maintain a clearance of 0.05m between bottom of fence and
finished grade (design grade).
(Bylaw C-1369-24, March 10, 2025)
SECTION 35
FIRE HYDRANTS
(1)
Fences, Landscaping and other obstructions shall be located a minimum of 1.5 m
from any fire hydrant.
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(2)
Property owners are responsible for ensuring that fire hydrants abutting their
property are kept clear of debris and are visible at all times.
SECTION 36
GARBAGE AND CONTAINMENT AREAS
(1)
Garbage, recycling and other containment areas shall be evaluated as part of a
Development Permit where required by the Development Officer.
(2)
All Garbage, recycling and other containment areas shall be landscaped in
accordance with Section 89(9) of this Bylaw.
(3)
All refuse materials shall be stored in weatherproof containers and screened to
the same Height as the container on all sides from adjacent Sites and Streets, by
a freestanding enclosure. The enclosure shall be constructed of materials that
are consistent or compatible with the exterior finish of the Principal Building.
(4)
Garbage and containment areas shall be in a location easily accessible for
pickup.
SECTION 37
LIGHTING
(1)
A Development Permit for non-residential uses adjacent to residential uses may
require a lighting plan as part of the application, at the discretion of the
Development Officer.
(2)
The lighting plan shall depict where any lights are located, their Height and
demonstrate the limits of their casting at 2 LUX.
(3)
Any outdoor lighting for any Development shall be located and arranged so that:
(a)
No direct rays of light are directed at any adjoining properties;
(b)
Indirect rays of light do not adversely affect an adjacent site; and
(c)
Direct and indirect rays of light do not interfere with the effectiveness of
any traffic control devices.
(4)
Within a Site, lighting shall be of a consistent design that minimizes the amount
of light pollution directed skyward.
SECTION 38
MUNICIPAL LAND
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(1)
All Development on land owned by the City shall require a Development Permit
as specified in this Bylaw.
(2)
If a Development Permit is not required for a Development, written authorization
from the City to proceed with the Development is required.
(3)
No Development by anyone other than the City shall take place on a Public Utility
Lot, unless the Site in question is the subject of a licensing agreement with the
City. Such Development shall conform to the Public Utility Lot License of
Occupation Policy.
(4)
Any Development or Landscaping authorized by a Development Permit shall be
done at the applicant's risk and any damage to municipal lands caused by the
Development or Landscaping shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
SECTION 39
MUNICIPAL SERVICING
(1)
Services shall be provided as outlined in the Municipal Utility Services Bylaw.
(2)
No Development shall commence until the Development Officer is satisfied that
the appropriate Site servicing and improvements, including any Off-Site local
improvements, will be provided to the Development.
(3)
Private sewer and/or water systems shall not be permitted. The exception shall
be for renovations or Accessory Buildings on sites where private sewer and/or
water systems already exist, provided that the private systems do not require
expansion.
SECTION 40
OUTDOOR STORAGE AND DISPLAY
(1)
Outdoor storage and display is not permitted in residential districts.
(2)
Outdoor storage of goods and materials shall be kept in a clean and orderly
manner at all times and shall be screened from Streets and adjacent residential
uses to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
(3)
Outdoor storage is not permitted within the required Front Yard Setback of a
Development.
(4)
Outdoor display of goods and materials shall normally be temporary and shall be
arranged and maintained in a clean and orderly manner. The location of an
outdoor display shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
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(5)
Any outdoor storage or display must not unduly interfere with the amenities of the
district or materially interfere with the use, enjoyment or value of neighboring
Sites.
(6)
Any outdoor storage or display must not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular
circulation or use any required Parking Stalls.
SECTION 41
PROJECTIONS
(1)
No portion of the Principal Building on a site shall project over or onto a required
Front, Side or Rear Yard Setback, unless otherwise specified in this Bylaw.
(2)
The non-architectural features of a Principal Building, such as dryer vents,
window wells and gas meters, shall not be considered a Projection.
(3)
Notwithstanding any other section of this Bylaw, the eaves of an Accessory
Building shall not project more than 0.6 m into a required Setback.
SECTION 42
PROJECTIONS INTO FRONT YARDS (PRINCIPAL BUILDINGS)
(1)
An eave, Canopy, cornice, Balcony, stairs or uncovered Deck may project up to
1.5 m into the required Front Yard Setback.
(Bylaw C-981-16,
Jan. 25, 2017)
(2)
A chimney, bay or bow window, or cantilevered wall section may project up to 0.6
m into the required Front Yard Setback, provided the Projection does not exceed
2.5 m in width.
SECTION 43
PROJECTIONS INTO REAR YARDS (PRINCIPAL BUILDINGS)
(1)
A chimney, bay or bow window, Balcony, eave or cantilevered wall section may
project up to 1.2 m into the required Rear Yard Setback.
(2)
Unenclosed stairs, either below Grade or not more than 3.0 m above Grade, may
project up to 1.5 m into the required Rear Yard Setback.
(3)
Where a Site backs onto a public park, Natural Area or stormwater pond, a
Covered Deck that is attached to the Principal Building may project to within 1.0
m of the rear Site line, at the discretion of the Development Officer, who shall
base the decision on the location and condition of the Site. Such a Projection
shall only be permitted where the impact on neighboring properties is minimal.
SECTION 44
PROJECTIONS INTO SIDE YARDS (PRINCIPAL BUILDINGS)
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(1)
An eave, Canopy, cornice, or Balcony may project up to 0.6 m into the required
Side Yard Setback.
(2)
A chimney, bay or bow window, or cantilevered wall section may project up to 0.6
m into the required Side Yard Setback, provided the Projection does not exceed
2.5 m in width and the Projection is no closer than 0.9 m from the Site line.
(3)
An eave may project an additional 0.6 m into the Street Side Yard where it is part
of a bay or bow window, or a cantilevered wall section.
(4)
Unenclosed stairs required for access to the main floor or lower floor of the
Principal Building may project into the required Side Yard Setback up to 0.6 m
from any property line.
(Bylaw C-942-15, Jan. 29, 2016)
(Bylaw c-1025-17, March 5, 2018)
(5)
Notwithstanding subsections (2) and (3) above, where a driveway is required on
the Side Yard to provide access to a parking area, no Projection is permitted
within 3.0 m of the Site line.
(6)
Where there is more than one Projection into a required Side Yard, the portion of
the Building from which a Projection is permitted to project is 33% of the total
length of the side wall of the Principal Building, excluding the wall of an attached
garage, covered deck and veranda.
(Bylaw C-981-16,
Jan. 25, 2017)
(7)
Notwithstanding the above, for all Zero Side Yard Development within the GPL -
Greenbury Planned Lot District, the only projection allowed into the required Side
Yard Setback is an eave up to 0.30 m.
(Bylaw C-1000-17, June 27, 2017)
(Bylaw C-1369-24, March 10, 2025)
SECTION 45
PUBLIC UTILITY BUILDINGS
(1)
The location of a Public Utility Building on a Site is subject to Setbacks which are
satisfactory to the Development Officer. This shall also apply to any equipment
placed on a Site.
(Bylaw C-1057-18, March 18, 2019)
SECTION 46
RELOCATION OF BUILDINGS
(1)
A Development Permit is required when a Building is moved to a new location,
either within a Site, or from one Site to another.
(2)
A Development Permit for the removal of a Building from a Site requires proof of
service disconnection for all applicable Utilities.
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(3)
Any Foundation remaining on a Site that is not demolished subsequent to the
removal of a Building must be secured by fencing or other means in order to
prevent unauthorized access.
(4)
In order to receive Development Permit approval for an existing Building to be
moved, the proposed location of the Building must meet the District regulations
and all other requirements of this Bylaw.
SECTION 47
RESTRICTED OBJECTS IN YARDS
(1)
A Recreational Vehicle shall not be permitted in: a Yard, Side; Yard, Street Side;
or a Yard, Front driveway of a Site in any residential District except from April 15
to November 30 in any year.
(Bylaw C-1057-18, March 18, 2019)
(Bylaw C-1283-23, Feb. 12, 2024)
(Bylaw C-1300-24, May 27, 2024)
(2)
All-Terrain Vehicles with tracks, including snowmobiles, shall not be permitted in:
a Yard, Side; Yard, Street Side; or a Yard, Front driveway of a Site in any
residential District except from November 15 to April 15.
(Bylaw C-1300-24, May 27, 2024)
SECTION 48
SITE CONSOLIDATION
(1)
A Development Permit application that proposes to use two or more Sites shall
require that the two or more Sites be consolidated into a single lot by a plan of
subdivision prior to approval, unless approved by the City as a plan of survey.
(2)
The consolidation of Sites for Development of Single Detached Dwellings is not
permitted unless such a consolidation will allow for Development of a Dwelling
that is in keeping with the neighborhood character, to the satisfaction of the
Development Officer.
SECTION 49
STRIPPING AND GRADING
(1)
With the exception of those lands governed by a valid Development agreement,
Stripping and grading activities are considered a Discretionary Use in all Districts
and require a Development Permit. Grading shall conform to the Surface
Drainage Bylaw where applicable.
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
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(2)
Stockpiles shall be setback and/or maintain a minimum of 300 metres from
residential developments.
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(3)
All Stripping and Grading activities shall adhere to the Migratory Bird Convention
Act.
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(4)
An application for a Development Permit under this Section shall contain the
following information, in addition to the requirements described in Section 12 of
this Bylaw:
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(a)
A Plan and a current aerial overlay showing the area of the Site on which
the Excavation and/or Stripping will take place, including dimensions of
the operation or area, location of any stockpiled materials, and a 300m
radius around any stockpiles; the depth of soil removal; and the location,
area, and dimensions of where trees are to be removed;
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(b)
The purpose of the proposed activity;
(c)
The surrounding land Uses;
(d)
A Natural Areas Interface Report, Wetland Assessment Report, or
Biophysical Assessment Report which describes the location of natural
features, including trees, water bodies, slopes, etc. and details on how
these features are to be retained and protected;
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(e)
Water Act approval if Stripping and Grading is to take place on the same
Site or adjacent to a Site with a Water Body;
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(f)
Existing Grades of the land relative to adjacent Sites and Streets, as well
as any natural features or drainage courses;
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(g)
A Surface Drainage Plan, including the expected Grades and condition of
the land on completion of the activity;
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(h)
An Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan;
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
(i)
Locations of utilities, active and abandoned oil and gas facilities, and old
septic systems and water wells.
(Bylaw C-1270-23, Oct. 10, 2023)
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(5)
As a condition of approval under this section, the Development Officer may
require any or all of the following:
(a)
That precautions are taken for the prevention and control of dust, noise or
any other nuisance caused by the proposed operation;
(b)
That Fencing or other screening is put in place to buffer the Use from
adjacent lands;
(c)
Measures that serve to protect any natural features on the Site or on
adjacent Sites;
(d)
Steps that must be taken to promote the reclamation of the Site if
required, including restorative Landscaping; and
(e)
Any other measures deemed necessary by the Development Officer in
order to shield adjacent lands from the activity on the Site.
(6)
Where significant Excavation and fill is proposed as part of a Development, the
Development Officer may require an engineered plan bearing the seal and
signature of a professional engineer in the Province of Alberta.
(7)
In all cases, Site Grades shall be established with regard to preventing drainage
from one Site to another, unless cross-site drainage conforms to a plan approved
by the City's Engineering Department.
(8)
The Development Officer may require a grading certificate as part of a
Development Permit application, indicating the final elevations of the Corners of
the Site and the elevations around the perimeter of any Buildings.
(9)
As a condition of a Development Permit, the Development Officer may require
security up to the estimated value of any proposed grading activities to ensure
the work is carried out with reasonable diligence.
SECTION 50
TRAFFIC SIGHT LINES AT INTERSECTIONS
(1)
A sight triangle shall be maintained at all Street intersections. A sight triangle
may include:
(a)
A Corner cut which is part of the Site boundary;
(b)
A straight line drawn between two points on the exterior boundaries of the
subject Site 3.0 m from the point where they intersect at an Alley; or
(c)
A straight line drawn between two points on the exterior boundaries of the
subject Site 6.0 m from the point where they intersect at a Street.
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Notwithstanding the above, a Corner Cut meeting the dimensions required above
shall be provided at subdivision in those instances where sidewalks are to be
located along the Street at either of the above noted intersections.
(Bylaw C-1057-18, March 18, 2019)
(2)
No fencing, Landscaping, Recreational Vehicles, vehicles or other screening
shall obstruct sight lines at intersections.
(Bylaw C-1369-24, March 10, 2025)
SECTION 51
TANKS
(1)
A Development Permit is required for installation or removal of tanks.
(Bylaw C-1369-24, March 10, 2025)
(2)
Any tank removal or installation must be referred to the City's Fire Department.
(Bylaw C-1369-24, March 10, 2025)
(3)
All applicable petroleum tanks shall be registered with the Petroleum Tank
Management Association of Alberta, and comply with the requirements of the
Alberta Fire Code 2006, as amended.
(4)
After the removal of tanks, the owner must reclaim the Site in accordance with
the Alberta Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.
SECTION 52
ZERO SIDE YARD DEVELOPMENTS
(1)
Where a Development is permitted to have a Zero Side Yard, the regulations of
this Section and those of the District in which the Development is located shall
apply.
(2)
Where there is a Zero Side Yard, an Easement shall be registered by the
Developer on the Site abutting that Side Yard for the purpose of maintenance of
the existing Principal and Accessory Buildings, and to the extent that any future
Development could take place.
(3)
For Zero Side Yard developments:
(a)
Side door entrances to a Principal Building and access thereto (e.g.
sidewalk) shall comply with the Easement agreement or grading
requirements.
(b)
Hard Surfacing, storage, air conditioners, garbage cans, accessory uses
and buildings, landscaping other than Turfgrass, or similar developments
shall not be located within a Side Yard Easement.
(Bylaw C-1369-24, March 10, 2025)
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(4)
Side Yard Setbacks shall be:
(a)
Zero for one Side Yard, unless the Site abuts a Development which is not
a Zero Side Yard Development, in which case the Side Yard Setback shall
be the same as the required Setback for the adjacent Development.
(b)
In any District except the GPL - Greenbury Planned Lot District, 3.0 m for
the other Side Yard, unless that Side Yard is required for vehicle parking
or vehicle access to a parking area, in which case the Side Yard Setback
shall be 3.5 m.
(Bylaw C-1000-17, June 27, 2017)
(5)
A Party Wall Agreement shall be required between the owners of adjoining units
with separate certificate of title, of Semi-detached Dwellings, Row Housing,
Street-Oriented Row Housing, Stacked Row Housing, Row Housing
Development and Multi-Unit Dwellings to address such matters as encroachment
by either party, maintenance and repair, and rebuilding if necessary. A Party
Wall Agreement is required for all adjoining buildings (e.g. Principal Building and
attached or detached garages). All Party Wall Agreements, for lots registered
after January 1, 2018, shall include a maintenance easement agreement that
runs the full length of the lot.
(Bylaw C-1025-17, March 5, 2018)
SECTION 52A
CONTROL OF NUISANCES
(1)
In any land use district, no storage or activity may be undertaken that would, in
the opinion of the Development Officer:
(a)
Unduly interfere with the amenities of the district, or
(b)
Materially interfere with or affect the use, enjoyment or value of adjacent
or nearby properties, or
(c)
Constitutes a danger or annoyance to persons on the Site, on a public
property or on a Site in the vicinity to it.
(Bylaw C-942-15, Jan. 29, 2016)