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Permit Frequently Asked
Questions
What is the difference between a Development Permit and
a Building Permit?
Development Permits are issued by the RM's Development
Officer, after review of proposals for compliance with the
RM's Zoning Bylaw (which includes proper zoning, permitted
or discretionary use, setback from lot boundaries, etc.)
Building Permits are issued by the RM's Building Official, after
review of proposals for compliance with the RM's Building
Bylaw and with the National Building Code. Building Officials
will need to inspect your project at various stages of
completion. Please read the plan review that comes with
your building permit for detailed information regarding
inspections.
When do you need a Development and Building Permit?
principle building (house, cabin, etc.)
accessory building (garage, shed, bunkhouse, etc.)
decks (covered and uncovered)
new construction
renovations that change the structure
additions
Home Based Businesses
Care Homes
Bed and Breakfasts
When do you need a Development Permit only?
septic tanks
approaches
retaining walls over two feet
change in use of property
When do you not need a Development or Building Permit?
(Note: zoning setbacks and requirements must still be adhered to)
farm buildings where accessory to a permitted agricultural
use.
temporary signs
accessory buildings less than 9.38m² (101 ft²) in floor area
fences
retaining walls under two feet as measured from undisturbed
soil to height of wall
retaining wall outside of the Lakeshore Residential Districts
placement of RV's for use of sleeping accommodations where
there is a principal dwelling existing or during the first two
years of construction
seasonal docks and boat lifts where licensing is not required
maintenance and repairs that do not include structural
alterations
Demolition & Moving Permits
permits are required when demolishing or moving a building
within the RM
What to submit for a Development or Building Permit?
Development Permit application and Building Permit
application completed fully and signed
applicants are required to have a Saskatchewan Land
Surveyor find the location of their property pins prior to
submission of a development permit, and include the
surveyor's report with the application.
site plan of the proposed development showing the lot's
dimensions, all buildings and dimensions, and distances to
property lines from buildings
label if decks are covered or uncovered on site plan
square footage of proposed development
legal land location and Hamlet (if applicable)
existing and proposed use of land
construction plans of the proposed development
Contact Water Security Agency if within 5m of the high
water mark for an Aquatic Habitat Protection Permit
Permit Fees:
Permitted Use - $200.00
Discretionary Use - $400.00
Minor Variance - $200.00
Appeal Fee - $300.00
Building, Demolition & Move Permit - Plan review &
inspection fees that are assessed at time of permit review.
These can start at $200 and range to several thousand
dollars depending on the project.
Permit submissions are to be sent to the RM of Meota.
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How long does it take for a permit to be issued?
it takes approximately one month to issue a permit. Peak
building months (i.e. July & August) may result in longer wait
times.
Planning staff review the development permit for compliance
with the Zoning Bylaw. Additional information may be required
which could delay permit issuance
approval from the Development Officer and Building Official
are required before permits can be issued
Permitted or Discretionary Use?
Depending on your Zoning District certain developments are
permitted, discretionary, or prohibited. Contact the RM of
Meota to determine zoning and if your development is
permitted or discretionary.
Setbacks for Residential Uses:
front & rear yard - 1.524 m (5ft)
side yard - 1.22 m (4ft)
Setbacks for Access. Structures in Lakeshore and Hamlets
front/rear yard 1.524 m (5ft)
side yard 0.75m (2.46 ft)
Setbacks for Agricultural Residential and Accessory Uses:
45 m (147.64ft) from the centre line of a developed road,
municipal road allowance, or provincial highway
There are additional fire code setbacks that must be considered.
Contact your building official for details.
Accessory Buildings/Structures
accessory buildings shall not exceed more than 20% lot
coverage in the Lakeshore Districts
maximum lot coverage including accessory buildings shall
not exceed 45% in the Lakeshore Districts
Retaining Walls
retaining walls over two feet as measured from undisturbed
soil to height of wall require a development permit if within
Lakeshore Residential Districts.
slope alterations shall be considered a retaining wall where
the altered slope exceeds 45 degrees.
Mobile Homes & Modular Homes
every mobile home shall bear CSA Z240 certification and
shall be attached to a permanent foundation, or securely
anchored to the ground and skirted, prior to occupancy
every modular home shall bear CSA A277 certification and
shall be attached to a permanent foundation
Every mobile & modular must be less than ten (10) years of
age
mobile & modular homes are permitted within the Hamlet
District
mobile homes are prohibited in the LR1 District; modular
homes are permitted at the discretion of Council
mobile and modular homes are permitted in the LR2 District
When can you start construction?
you may start construction once your applications are
approved and payment is received
if construction starts prior to permits being issued, the
landowner is in violation of the Zoning Bylaw 39/2024 and
Building Bylaw 2-2019 and is guilty of an offence; the RM will
proceed with enforcement measures
Permit Expiry & Extension
all permits expire 12 months from date of issue if work has
not commenced
if construction is not completed within 12 months from the
date of permit issue a permit extension is required
permit extension requests can be made in writing to the RM
Real Property Surveyor Reports (RPSR)
any proposed residential or commercial development that
directly borders another residential or commercial
development shall be required to produce an RPSR for all
buildings or structures 18.6 square metres (200 square feet)
in area or larger, except those exempted from requiring a
development permit.
The report must be completed after the construction of
retaining walls over 2ft, as measured from undisturbed soil
the RPSR shall be undertaken after installation of the
permanent foundation, but before installation or construction
of the building above the permanent foundation
Contacts:
RM of Meota No 468 - Planning & Development Coordinator
(306) 892-2061 or [email protected]
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