Planning and Development

A development permit and a building permit are required for most new developments and changes to land use. A development permit ensures that the changes to your property meets the requirements of the County's Bylaw 1348-24 Land Use Bylaw and the building permit ensures that the development meets the requirements of the National Building Code - Alberta Edition.

Common instances that require a development permit include, but are not limited to: 

  • New or replacements to buildings
  • Changing current use of land or a building; or
  • Placement of already constructed or partially constructed buildings.

Common instances that require a building permit include, but are not limited to:  

  • New construction and additions.
  • Minor improvements (decks, sheds, hot tubs, swimming pools, wood-burning appliances, etc.).
  • Demolishing and moving buildings; or 
  • Renovations.

Development (including posting of signs) near a provincial highway may require approval through Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors. 

Development Permit Statistics:

Development Permits2026 (as of June 4, 2026)2025 2024 2023 2022
Number of Permits Issued2955 51 41 44
Value of Permits Issued$7,583,500$9,467,166 $9,577,040 $8,763,600 $11,048,568

 


 

Click below for details on applying for each type of application:

 

 Apply for a Development Permit Apply for a Building Permit Apply for a Roadside Development Permit
 

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