Development
Permits
County
What is a Development Permit?
A development permit is an official document issued under Flagstaff County Land Use Bylaw 01/23, granting authorization for a proposed development to proceed. It ensures the project complies with local regulations and land use requirements before construction or land alterations begin.
Why do I need a development permit?
The Flagstaff County Land Use Bylaw requires that a development permit be applied for and received before development can commence. No development other than that designated in Section 3.5, Development Not Requiring a Development Permit, shall be undertaken without first acquiring a development permit.
The development permit is required to ensure that:
- Setback regulations are adhered to.
- The land is properly zoned for building use (i.e. residential, industrial, and commercial).
- All buildings, improvements, and dugouts must be set back a minimum of 40 metres (131.2 feet) from the property’s front line.
- Shelterbelts must be set back a minimum of 3 metres (9.8 feet) from the property’s front line. Fences shall not be on the County road allowance and must be set back at least 33 feet from the centre of a County road.
- Fences shall not be on the County road allowance and must be set back at least 33 feet from the centre of a County road.
Development Setback Requirements
The Alberta Energy Regulator has set minimum setback requirements for abandoned wells to ensure public safety and access and prevent accidental contact with construction equipment. A 5m (16.4 ft.) radius is required.
Fees
Development Permit Application Fee:
Rural Districts
Agricultural, Agricultural Small Holdings, Highway Commercial, Multi Lot Country Residential
Permitted Use
$50
Discretionary
Use or Variance
$100
Rural Industrial Districts
Industrial, Rural Industrial
Permitted Use
$50
Discretionary
Use or Variance
$500
Hamlet Districts
HAMLET GENERAL, HAMLET INDUSTRIAL, HAMLET PUBLIC
Permitted Use
$50
Discretionary
Use or Variance
$100
Development Permit application fee issued after commencement of project:
Permitted Use
$100
Discretionary
Use or Variance
$200
If the project has been completed without receiving Development Permit approval, and does not meet with the required setback regulations, the property owner will receive a penalty of 5% of the development cost.
Application Checklist
Ensure your development meets all necessary requirements before applying for a permit. Download our checklist below to get started.
Application Forms
Print and complete the application form linked below to start the development permit process. Once submitted, your application will be reviewed to ensure it meets all necessary requirements.