Governs land use, zoning, and development standards for Woodlands County.
Zoning & land use — Woodlands County, Alberta
What can I build? Do I need a development permit?
The Municipal District of Woodlands County, Alberta has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Land Use Bylaw; Woodlands County Land Use Bylaw 630/25, verified 2026-10-23.
Fences under 1.3 m (4.3 ft) in front yards and 2.0 m (6.6 ft) in side and rear yards need no development permit (except corner/road-abutting parcels). Section 10.7: private outdoor swimming pools/hot tubs must be fenced and secured against entry; a building wall may substitute for part of the fence. Refiled from fences 2026-10-06.