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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.
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Development Permit Process

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.

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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.

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Application For Development

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.

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Building and Other Permits

Once you have received your approved Development Permit from Flagstaff County, you may require building, plumbing, gas, electrical and possibly private sewage permits. These permits ensure that your construction is done in accordance with Provincial codes and the Safety Codes Act.

Building without the proper permits and inspections could lead to costly repairs in the future. Permits must be obtained for the construction or renovation of all residences, including mobile homes.

Building permits are also required for any building to be used for non-farm purposes (industrial, commercial) and also to ensure that all construction meets the Building Code.

Superior Safety Codes Inc.

Superior Safety Codes Inc. is an accredited agency authorized by Alberta Municipal Affairs that is accountable to issue the above permits for this County. Permits are available at the Flagstaff County office or online at: www.superiorsafetycodes.com.

There are six Superior Safety Codes offices in Alberta. The following Red Deer location is the office that provides services to Flagstaff County:

Superior Safety Codes Inc.
#3, 626-67A Street
Red Deer, AB  T4P 3E8
Phone: 1-888-358-5545
Fax: 1-403-358-5085

  • Submit two (2) copies of your building plans for this approval.
  • A Plans Review will be done prior to the issuance of the Building Permit and site inspections will be done thereafter as required.

Permit Application Forms and Info Sheets