Rezoning Land
The land proposed for a project must initially be rezoned to allow for that type of development. Rezoning land requires Council to hold a public hearing. After recieving public input at the public hearing, Council needs to give a first, second and third reading to the rezoning application. Upon approval, these changes are reflected in the County's Land Use Bylaw, Municipal Development Plan and Area Structure Plans as required.
If you have questions, please contact Planning & Development at 780-939-4321 or 1-866-939-9303.
Public Hearing
Public Hearings are conducted to identify and address concerns relating to a rezoning application prior to consideration by Council.
First Reading
Council reviews the results of the Public Hearing, and if satisfied, the application may move forward to second reading.
Second Reading
Upon giving second reading to the rezoning application, the County is able to enter into initial negotiating stages with the developer to set out the criteria for a development agreement, e.g. water, wastewater, roads, municipal reserves, etc.
Third Reading
Once the development agreement has been signed and approved by both the developer and the County, Council then gives third reading and approves rezoning the land.
Rezoning Requirements & Application Forms
Rezoning Requirements Checklist
Application Form - Adoption of Area Structure Plan
Application Form- Amendment to Area Structure Plan
Application Form - Amendment to Intermunicipal Development Plan
Application Form- Amendment to Land Use Bylaw
Application Form- Amendment to Municipal Development Plan