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Bylaw 2025-030
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VULCAN COUNTY
BYLAW 2025-030
Being a bylaw of Vulcan County in the
Province of Alberta to authorize the
regulation and control of parking.
WHEREAS Vulcan County Council has authority under the Municipal
Government Act to regulate parking and traffic on roads under its
jurisdiction;
AND WHEREAS Vulcan County Council recognizes that parking on
County roads and allowances should generally be permitted unless a
restriction or ban is required and approved by council to address a
demonstrated and substantiated public safety concern, infrastructure
protection issue or a significant community need;
NOW THEREFORE Vulcan County Council, in the Province of Alberta,
duly assembled enacts as follows:
1. This bylaw may be called the "Parking Bylaw".
2. Definitions
Unless otherwise provided, terms have the same meaning as in the Traffic
Safety Act.
a) "Council" - The municipal council of Vulcan County.
b) "CAO" - The Chief Administrative Officer or designate.
c) "Commercial Vehicle" - A vehicle with a gross weight of 4,500 kg
or more, or over 6 meters in length, excluding recreational vehicles.
d) "Peace Officer" - As defined in the Peace Officer Act, including
RCMP, Community Peace Officers, or Bylaw Enforcement Officers
appointed by the County.
e) "Recreational Vehicle" - A motor home, trailer, camper, or similar
unit designed for temporary accommodation.
f) "Traffic Control Device" - Any authorized sign, signal, or marking
regulating traffic or parking.
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3. Severability
If any section is declared invalid, the remainder of the Bylaw remains in
force.
4. Application
This Bylaw does not apply to:
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Emergency vehicles;
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County vehicles or vehicles used for County business;
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Utility or government vehicles engaged in approved work;
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School or handicap buses while actively loading/unloading
5. General Parking Rules
5.1. Unless otherwise restricted by Council under this bylaw, parking on
County roads, road allowances and other County infrastructure is
permitted. Vehicles, however, must be parked in a manner that
does not:
5.1.1. Block driveways, alleys, or access lanes;
5.1.2. Obstruct traffic or create a hazard;
5.1.3. Interfere with maintenance or emergency response; or
5.1.4. Violate a posted traffic control device.
6. Process for Establishing Parking Restrictions or Bans
6.1. Right to Apply, any individual, community group or business who
lives or operates a business in Vulcan County may apply for the
implementation of a parking restriction or ban on a county road,
road allowance, or other County managed property.
6.2. Submission Requirements of the applicant are as follows;
6.2.1. A Written description of the location and nature of the
request restriction or ban;
6.2.2. A written statement clearly identifying the problems and the
risk that the request seeks to address;
6.2.3. An Impact Statement which addresses how the proposed
restriction could affect nearby businesses, agricultural
operations, residents as well a public access.
a)
The Impact Statement must include:
i.
The specific issues created by the unrestricted parking
and why a parking restriction is necessary to address
these concerns.
ii.
An outline of how the proposed parking ban is expected
to improve conditions and identify the anticipated impacts
of the restriction on surrounding businesses, agricultural
operations, residents, and public access.
iii.
Potential positive and negative effects on the local
community.
b)
The Impact Statement may include:
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i.
Describe any measures proposed to minimize disruption
or mitigate adverse impacts resulting from the parking
restriction.
6.2.4. Any other relevant supporting evidence that would assist in
the review process.
7. Review and Recommendation
7.1. The CAO shall review each application for completeness and may
request additional information as needed. Once the application is
considered complete, the CAO shall prepare a written
recommendation or direct the Director of Protective Services to
provide Council with the findings, stakeholder feedback, and
potential impact
7.2. Council may direct administration to undertake site inspections,
public notification, or traffic analysis where appropriate.
7.3. Public Notification (if directed): Administration shall advertise the
proposed parking restriction in accordance with the County's
Public Notification Bylaw. The notice period will allow affected
stakeholders (including but not limited to, adjacent landowners and
impacted businesses) the opportunity to raise concerns or provide
input prior to a decision.
8. Council Decision
8.1. Following review, Council may:
8.1.1. Approve the restriction or ban, in whole or in part;
8.1.2. Approve the restriction on a trial or temporary basis for
monitoring and impact evaluation.
8.1.3. Deny the application with reasons; or
8.1.4. Refer the matter back to Administration for further study.
9. Implementation
9.1. Where Council Approves a restriction:
9.1.1. The CAO shall authorize installation of appropriate traffic
control devices or signage; and
9.1.2. Notice of the restriction shall be posted publicly and
communicated to affected stakeholders.
10. Review of Restrictions
10.1. Council may review any parking restriction periodically or upon
request to determine whether it remains necessary or should be
amended or rescinded.
11. Commercial and Heavy Vehicles
11.1. Commercial vehicles may park on County roadways unless an
approved restriction, separate bylaw or traffic control device
prohibits it.
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11.2. Truck operators may stop for federally mandated rest breaks,
provided engines are not idling unnecessarily and logbooks can be
produced upon request.
11.3. All commercial vehicle parking must comply with the provisions of
Section 5.1.
12. Private and Agricultural Land
12.1. This bylaw does not apply to privately owned or leased
agricultural lands;
12.2. Temporary parking on road allowances for agricultural purposes
is permitted unless otherwise restricted by Council.
13. Enforcement
13.1. Council shall determine the establishment, modification, or
removal of parking restrictions or prohibitions.
13.2. The CAO may authorize the placement of traffic control devices
or grant temporary exemptions as needed.
13.3. Peace officers may issue violation tickets for contraventions of
this Bylaw.
13.4. Vehicle owners are responsible for offences unless proven
otherwise.
14. Penalties
14.1. Unless otherwise set by Council resolution, penalties for
contraventions are:
14.1.1. Parking contrary to this Bylaw - $100
14.1.2. Commercial vehicle parking contrary to this Bylaw - $250
14.1.3. Tampering with signs/traffic control devices - $500
15. Effective Date
This Bylaw comes into effect upon third and final reading.
READ a first time on this 14th day of January, 2026.
READ a second time on this 11th day of March, 2026.
READ a third time and passed on this 11th day of March, 2026.
[original signed]
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Jason Schneider, Reeve
[original signed]
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Nels Petersen, CAO