Land Use Bylaw Districts

Purpose

To provide for the conservation of land for agricultural purposes, minimize the fragmentation of agricultural land and to limit non-agricultural land uses which are likely to interfere or be incompatible with agricultural land uses.

 

 Permitted Uses

Agriculture, Extensive

Agriculture, Intensive

Ancillary Building and/or Use

Dwelling Unit, Garage Suite

Dwelling Unit, Garden Suite

Dwelling Unit, Manufactured Home

Dwelling Unit, Secondary Suite

Dwelling Unit, Single Detached Farm Building

Farm Store

Occupation, Farm

Occupation, Home (Type I)

Occupation, Home (Type II)

Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System 
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

Top Soil Removal

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Discretionary Uses

Abattoir
Agricultural Industry
Auto Wrecker
Bed and Breakfast
Cemetery
Child Care Facility
Community Centre
Group Care Facility
Kennel
Natural Resource Extraction
Public Use
Public Utility
Recreation, Extensive
Sawmill
School
Sign
Solar Collector

Parcel Size

Residential Subdivision
Minimum: 1.2ha (3ac)
Maximum: 4.04ha (10ac)
Site conditions, natural features or existing development may require a larger or smaller lot, at the discretion of the Subdivision Authority.

All Other Uses
At the discretion of the Development Authority.

Parcel Density

Two (2) parcels per quarter section or river lot, with the balance of the quarter section or river lot being one (1) of the parcels.

At the discretion of the Development Authority, parcel density for a cut-off or fragment parcel may be increased to three (3)
with the balance of the quarter section or river lot being one (1) of the parcels provided that the parcel is not considered "better agricultural land".

Parcels created for public use are not included in density calculations.

Dwelling Density

Parcel less than 32.4ha (80ac)
Maximum: One (1) Principal Dwelling and one (1) Accessory Dwelling

Parcel equal or greater than 32.4ha (80 ac)
Maximum: Two (2) Principal Dwellings and two (2) Accessory Dwellings

Existing development in excess of this density parameter at the time of the passing of this bylaw shall remain exempt from this provision however,
no additional dwelling unit density shall be granted by the Development Authority.

Setbacks

Front
Highway
Minimum: 41m (135ft) or at the discretion of Alberta Transportation

Rural Road
Minimum: 24.4m (80ft)
If a parcel is located on an internal road system the setback may be varied at the discretion of the Development Authority.

Rear
Minimum: 15.2m (50ft)

Side
Minimum: 15.2m (50ft)

Landscaping

In additional to other provisions of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may require any discretionary use to be screened from view
with a vegetated buffer strip and/or other screening of a visually pleasing nature, satisfactory to the Development Authority.

Additional Requirements

The Development Authority may decide on such other requirements as are necessary, having due regard to the nature of a proposed Development
and the purpose of this District.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to regulate the development of country residences, subdivisions, and associated uses in areas of low agricultural potential. Minor agricultural pursuits may be permitted.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use

Dwelling Unit, Garage Suite

Dwelling Unit, Garden Suite

Dwelling Unit, Manufactured Home

Dwelling Unit, Secondary Suite

Dwelling Unit, Single Detached 

Occupation, Home (Type I)

Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

Discretionary Uses

Agricultural Pursuits, Minor
Bed and Breakfast
Child Care Facility
Group Care Facility
Kennel
Occupation, Home (Type II)
Public Use
Public Utility

Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System

Sign
Solar Collector
Wind Energy Conversation System, Small (Type A)

Parcel Size

Residential Use
Minimum: 1.2ha (3ac)
Maximum: 4.04ha (10ac)

Site conditions, natural features or existing development may require a larger or smaller lot, at the discretion of the Subdivision Authority.

All Other Uses
At the discretion of the Development Authority.

 

Setbacks

Front

Highway
Minimum: 41m (135ft) or at the discretion of Alberta Transportation

Rural Road
Minimum: 24.4m (80ft)
If a parcel is located on an internal road system the setback may be varied at the discretion of the Development Authority.

Rear

Minimum: 15.2m (50ft)

Side

Minimum: 15.2m (50ft)
 

Landscaping

In additional to other provisions of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may require any discretionary use to be screened from view
with a vegetated buffer strip and/or other screening of a visually pleasing nature, satisfactory to the Development Authority.

 

The Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

The exterior finish is to be wood, metal, brick, stucco or other similar siding to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. The finish and appearance of buildings should compliment other structures and natural site features adjacent to the subject development.

Proximity to Confined Feeding Operations

Notwithstanding any other part of this Bylaw, no Country Residential District "CR" shall be located within 0.8km (0.5miles) of a Confined Feeding Operation.

Additional Requirements

1. When providing comments on an application for a a multi-parcel subdivision to the Subdivision Authority, the Development Authority may consider the following;
1. the provision of an internal subdivision road,
2. development of parks and recreations areas,
3. site drainage, and
4. water supply for firefighting purposes
2. The Development Authority may decide on such other requirements as are necessary having regard to the nature of proposed Development and the purpose of this District.
3. The Development Authority may require an Area Structure Plan be completed prior to rezoning the lands in question.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to regulate the placement of crude oil storage facilities within the County.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

Discretionary Uses

Agricultural Industry
Agricultural Supply Depot
Crude Oil Transloading Facility
Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence
Industrial, Heavy Manufacturing and Processing
Industrial, Light Manufacturing and Processing
Public Use
Public Utility
Sign
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Storage Tank, Aboveground Crude Oil
Storage Tank, Pressure Vessel
Wind Energy Conversion System - Commercial
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)
Work Camp, Industrial

Minimum Setbacks from a Highway or Public Road

1. In the case of a Highway, the minimum setback for the development shall be determined by Alberta Transportation on a case by case basis.

2. In the case of a rural road, the minimum setback shall be 15.2m (50ft) from any public road right of way, or greater as required by the Development Authority.

Other Minimum Setbacks

1. 100m (328ft) from the normal high-water mark of a body of water, permanent stream, or water well used for domestic purposes.
2. All other minimum setbacks as required by the Development Authority.

Regulations

When deciding on an application for development in this district, the Development Authority shall consider the following:

1. the environmental sensitivity of the site where the material will be stored,
2. the accessibility of the tanks in the event of an emergency,
3. the identification of the storage facilities,
4. landscaping and buffering,
5. site containment of product,
6. traffic impact and access arrangements.

Purpose

The purpose of this district is to regulate the development of specialized areas, land uses, and complex development proposals within the County. The Development Authority for all proposals within this district shall be the Council of Northern Sunrise County.

All development proposals within this district shall be at the discretion and approval of Council upon evaluation of a complete development permit application as defined within this bylaw.

 

Site Provisions

The Development Authority shall require information on and consider the following matters and any others deemed necessary as a component of a subdivision or development permit application prior to considering a development approval:

1. proposed land use

2. area of sire
3. setbacks
4. parking
5. water
6. landscaping and buffering
7. signage
8. traffic impact and access arrangements
9. emergency management provisions
10. storm water management 
11. environmental protection measures

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to provide a site-specific development control district to allow for the development of a landfill and related uses on SW-2-84-20-W5M within the White Area of the County.

 

Discretionary Uses

Agriculture, Extensive
Ancillary Building and/or Use
Bulk Fuel and Oil Storage
Land Farm
Landfill, Industrial
Landfill, Municipal
Public Utility

Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Solar Collector
Storage Tanks, Above ground
Top Soil Removal
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)
 

Site Provisions

The Development Authority may require information on and consider the following matters and any others deemed necessary, as a component of a development permit application prior to considering a development approval and may establish conditions of approval arising from those considerations:

1.  proposed land use
2. area of site
3. setbacks
4. parking
5. water and sewer servicing
6. landscaping and buffering
7. signage
8. traffic impact and access arrangements
9. emergency management provisions
10. storm water management
11. environmental protection measures

The Development Authority may also have for Section 5.10A of this Bylaw.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to provide public recreational activities and to protect areas that are environmentally sensitive.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreation, Extensive
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

Discretionary Uses

Public Use
Public Utility
Recreation, Intensive
Sign
Solar Collector
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)

Regulations

All site requirements shall be as approved by the Development Authority.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to regulate land use within the Green Area of the County.

 

Permitted Uses

Agriculture, Extensive
Ancillary Building and/or Use
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading
Top Soil Removal

Discretionary Uses

Bulk Oil and Fuel Storage
Community Center
Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence
Land Farm
Landfill, Industrial
Landfill, Municipal
Natural Resource Extraction
Public Use
Public Utility
Sawmill
Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Warehouse
Wind Energy Conversion System - Commercial
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)
Work Camp, Industrial

Parcel Size

As required by the Development Authority

Setbacks

As required by the Development Authority

 

Special Provisions - Industrial/Residential Camp

1.  All parking must be provided on site and areas for parking shall be developed to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
2. All points of access and egress shall be located to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
3. The maximum site coverage shall be determined at the discretion of the Development Authority, and shall include the areas required for all on-site parking, applicable setbacks, and landscaping;
4. Adjacent industrial camps shall be located a sufficient distance from each other, as required for fire protection purposes by the building code; and
5. Screening and fencing of storage areas shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
6.  Caretakers Residence shall be a manufactured home, temporary trailer unit or to the discretion of the Development Authority.

Landscaping

In addition to other provisions of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may require any use to be screened from view with a vegetated buffer strip and/or screening of a visually pleasing nature, satisfactory to the Development Authority.

Additional Requirements

A Development Permit may be issued for Development on Crown Land subject to a disposition (lease, license, disposition leading to a patent, etc.)

having been obtained from Alberta Environment and Parks.

Purpose

The general purpose of this District is to permit industrial development in established Hamlet.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

Discretionary Uses

Agricultural Industry
Brewery, Winery and/or Distillery
Bulk Oil Sales
Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence
Industrial, Light Manufacturing and Processing
Public Use
Public Utility
Radio communication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Service Station
Sign
Veterinary Clinic
Warehouse
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Parcel Size

As required by the Development Authority

 

Minimum Total Floor Area

As required by the Development Authority

Setbacks

Front
Minimum: As required by the Development Authority.

Rear
Minimum: 9.14m (30ft)
If a parcel is located on an internal road system the setback may be varied at the discretion of the Development Authority.

Side
Minimum: 3.04m (10ft)

 

Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

To be of a standard satisfactory to the Development Authority.

Off-Street Parking

As required by the Development Authority.

Purpose

The general purpose of this District is to permit manufactured home development in areas of established Hamlets.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Dwelling Unit, Manufactured home
Occupation, Home (Type I)
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

 

Discretionary Uses

Occupation, Home (Type II)

Public Use
Public Utility
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreation, Intensive
Sign
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Parcel Size

Permitted Uses:465m² (5000 ft²)

Discretionary Uses
As required by the Development Authority

Minimum Total Floor Area

Manufactured Home: 65m² (700 ft²)

All other uses: As required by the Development Authority

 

Setbacks

Front

Minimum: 7.6 m (25ft)

Rear

Minimum: 2.43m (8ft)

Side

Minimum:
Interior: 1.5m (5ft)
Exterior: 3.04m (10ft)

Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

1. The exterior finish of building shall be wood, metal or similar siding to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
2. All manufactured homes shall be factory built or of an equivalent quality as required by the Development Authority.

3. The basement, solid footings, concrete or wood foundation wall or skirting shall be provided so the appearance, design  and construction complement the manufactured home.

 4.The undercarriage of a manufactured home shall be screened from view to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

 5. All ancillary structures such as patios, porches, and additions shall be factory pre-fabricated units or of a quality equivalent thereto, so that the           appearance, design, and construction compliment the manufactured home.

Off-Street Parking

As required by the Development Authority

 

 Special Land Provisions

1. No finished lot grade shall exceed the street grade line by more than 0.6m (2ft) and shall slope in such a manner that runoff from rain and melting snow is onto the front and side streets, and not onto adjacent properties.
2. Fences constructed around a manufactured home shall be a maximum height of 1.8m (6ft) along he read and side property lines of the lot up to the front property line of the manufactured home and a maximum height of 1.22m (4ft) from the front of the manufactured home to the front property line of the lot.
3. No domestic animals shall be kept on a manufactured home lot for commercial purposes.
4. All undeveloped areas of a manufactured home lot shall be landscaped in a manner that does not detract from the appearance of the lot or adjacent lands and shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
5. Garbage and garbage containers placed on a manufactured home lot shall be secluded except during pick-up times and shall be stored in a manner that will not detract from the appearance of the lot or adjacent lots.

Purpose

The general purpose of this District is to permit the development of land for uses of either a public or private nature providing services to the community.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use

School

Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

Discretionary Uses

Cemetery
Child Care Facility
Community Centre
Group Care Facility
Office
Public Use
Public Utility
Radio Communication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Religious Use Facility
Sign
Truck Stop
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Parcel Size

As required by the Development Authority

 

Minimum Total Floor Area

As required by the Development Authority

Setbacks

Front

Minimum: As required by the Development Authority.

Rear

Minimum: 7.6m (25ft)

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site.

 

Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

To be of a standard satisfactory to the Development Authority.

Off-Street Parking

As required by the Development Authority.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to permit residential uses in established Hamlets.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Dwelling Unit, Garage Suite
Dwelling Unit, Single Detached
Group Care Facility
Occupation, Home (Type I)

 

Discretionary Uses

Bed and Breakfast

Child Care Facility
Community Centre

Dwelling Unit, Apartment
Dwelling Unit, Duplex
Dwelling Unit, Garden Suite
Dwelling Unit, Row Housing
Dwelling Unit, Secondary Suite
Dwelling Unit, Semi-Detached
Occupation, Home (Type II)

Public Use
Public Utility
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreation, Intensive
Sign
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Parcel Size

Permitted Uses

Minimum:
Without Sewage or Water Collection Systems: 1869m² (20,000 ft²) with a width of at least 30.48m (100ft)
With just a Water Collection System: 1400m² (15,000 ft²) with a width of at least 30.48m (100ft)
With just a Sewage Collection System: 930m² (10,000 ft²) with a width of at least 30.48m (100 ft)
With both a Sewage and Water Collection System: 465m² (5000ft²) with a width of at least 15.2m (50ft)

Discretionary Uses
As required by the Development Authority

NOTE: Development on existing substandard lots may be considered by the Development Authority to be in compliance with the Plumbing and Drainage Regulations, nonetheless compliance with Provincial Board of Health Regulations will also be required.

Minimum Total Floor Area

Habitable First Floor Area Per Unit

1. Single storey (including two levels of a split level building): 93m² (1000 ft²)
2. Two storeys: 79m² (850ft²) 
3. Others: As required by the Development Authority.

 

Setbacks

Front

Minimum: 7.6 m (25ft)

Rear

Minimum: 2.43m (8ft)

Side

Minimum:

Interior: 1.5m (5ft)
Exterior: 3.04m (10ft)

The Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

1. Buildings may be either of new construction or moved in. Exterior finish to be wood, metal, vinyl, brick, stucco or other similar siding to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
2. The foundation of a modular building shall be screened from view to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. A basement, solid footings, concrete foundation wall or skirting shall be provided so that the appearance, design, and construction compliment the building.
3. Garbage and garbage containers placed on a residential lot shall be secluded except during pick-up times and shall be stored in a manner that will not detract from the appearance of the lot or adjacent lots.

 

Off-Street Parking

As required by the Development Authority.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to regulate Development adjacent to primary and secondary roads.

 

Permitted Uses

Agriculture, Extensive
Ancillary Building and/or Use
Automobile Sales and Service
Brewery, Winery and/or Distillery
Farm Building
Farm Store
Retail Establishment
Sign
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading
Top Soil Removal

Discretionary Uses

Agricultural Machinery Sales and Service
Agriculture Supply Depot
Bulk Oil and Fuel Storage
Bulk Oil Sales
Bus Depot
Cardlock Facility
Commercial Service Centre
Hotel
Laundromat
Motel
Public Use
Public Utility
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreational Vehicle Park
Restaurant
Service Station
Solar Collector
Truck Stop
Veterinary Clinic
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Parcel Size

As required by the Development Authority.

Setbacks

Front

Highway or Rural Road
Minimum: 71.3m (234ft) from the road centerline or 40.8m (134ft) from property line, whichever is greater.

Rural Road
Minimum: 7.6m (25ft)

Rear

Minimum: 4.6m (15ft)

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site or 6.1m (20ft), whichever is the lesser.

Landscaping

All Highway Development uses shall be screened, landscaped or buffered to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

Recreational Vehicle Park

A Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence may be allowed as a discretionary, accessory use within a Recreational Vehicle Park development.

Additional Requirements

The Development Authority may decide on such other requirements as are considered necessary having due regard to the nature of a proposed Development and the purpose of this District. 

Purpose

The purpose of this district is to provide for the control of development in the Hamlet of Little Buffalo which contains a unique concentration of residential, commercial, and public uses in an established rural setting.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use

Dwelling Unit, Duplex
Dwelling Unit, Garage Suite
Dwelling Unit, Garden Suite
Dwelling Unit, Manufactured Home
Dwelling Unit, Row Housing
Dwelling Unit, Secondary Suite
Dwelling Unit, Semi-Detached
Dwelling Unit, Single Detached
Group Care Facility
Occupation, Home (Type I)
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

 

Discretionary Uses

Agricultural Industry
Agricultural Pursuit, Minor
Cemetery

Child Care Facility
Community Centre
Kennel

Occupation, Home (Type II)

Public Use

Public Utility
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreation, Intensive
Religious Use Facility
Sign
Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Regulations

When deciding on an application for development in this district the Development Authority shall consider the following:

1. the site provisions and general requirement as set out for Hamlet Residential, Hamlet Commercial or Hamlet Industrial districts might apply to the specific Development.
2. notwithstanding 7.18.4 (1), the development of multiple dwellings unit on a single may be allowed at the discretion of the Development Authority, having regard for the size of the parcel, separation between the dwelling units and uses on neighbouring parcels,
3. the existing uses of the neighbouring lands,
4. the proposed water and sewer servicing,
5. access to public roadways,
6. other such matters as are deemed necessary having due regard to the nature of a proposed development and the purpose of this development.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to accommodate industrial operations of a site-specific nature.

 

Permitted Uses

Agricultural, Extensive
Agricultural, Intensive
Ancillary Building and/or Use
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading
Top Soil Removal

Discretionary Uses

Bulk Oil and Fuel Storage
Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence
Natural Resource Extraction
Public Use
Public Utility
Sign
Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Storage Tank, Pressure Vessel
Wind Energy Conversion System - Commercial
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)

Parcel Size

Minimum: 4.04ha (10ac)

Setbacks

Front

Highway
Minimum: 41m (135ft) or at the discretion of Alberta Transportation

Rural Road
Minimum: 24.4m (80ft)

Internal Road
Minimum: 9.1m (30ft)

Rear

Minimum: 7.6m (25ft)

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site or 6.1m (20ft), whichever is the lesser.

Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

Exterior finish to be wood, metal, concrete, brick, stucco or other similar siding to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

Off-Street Parking

As required by the Development Authority.

 
Landscaping

In addition to other provisions of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may require any discretionary use to be screened frow view with a vegetated
buffer and/or screening of a visually pleasing nature, satisfactory to the Development Authority. 

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to accommodate industrial operations in isolated, natural resources areas in the County.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading
Top Soil Removal

Discretionary Uses

Bulk Oil and Fuel Storage
Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence
Industrial, Light Manufacturing and Processing
Landfill, Municipal
Office
Public Use
Public Utility
Sawmill
Sewage Treatment Facility
Sign
Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Storage Tank, Pressure Vessel
Warehouse
Wind Energy Conversion System - Commercial
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)
Work Camp, Industrial

Parcel Size

Two (2) ac or such minimum size as necessary to support private on-site servicing.

Setbacks

Front

Highway
Minimum: 41m (135ft) or at the discretion of Alberta Transportation

Rural Road
Minimum: 24.4m (80ft)

Internal Road
Minimum: 9.1m (30ft)

Rear

Minimum: 7.6m (25ft)

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site or 6.1m (20ft), whichever is the lesser.

Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

To the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

Off-Street Parking

To the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

 
Special Provisions - Work Camp, Industrial

1. All parking must be provided on site and areas for parking shall be developed to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
2. All points of access and egress shall be located to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
3. Maximum site coverage shall be such that space is available for all the on-site parking, the applicable setback and such as required for landscape and shall be determined by the Development Authority;

 4. Adjacent industrial camps shall be located a sufficient distance from each other as required for fire protection purposes by the building code; and

 5. Screening and fencing of the storage areas shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

 6. Any Dwelling Unit, Caretakers Residence shall be a manufactured home, temporary trailer unit or at the discretion of the Development Authority. 

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to accommodate industrial buildings and uses which are considered appropriate in rural areas.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading
Top Soil Removal

Discretionary Uses

Abattoir
Agricultural Industry
Agriculture Supply Depot
Agriculture, Extensive
Auto Wrecker
Bulk Oil and Fuel Storage
Bulk Oil Sales
Cannabis Production Facility
Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence
Farm Building
Farm Store
Industrial, Heavy Manufacturing and Processing
Industrial, Light Manufacturing and Processing
Landfill, Municipal
Office
Public Use
Public Utility
Sawmill
Sign
Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Storage Tank, Pressure Vessel
Warehouse
Wind Energy Conversion System - Commercial
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)
Work Camp, Industrial

Parcel Size

Minimum: 0.8ha (2ac)

Setbacks

Front

Highway
Minimum: 41m (135ft) or at the discretion of Alberta Transportation

Rural Road
Minimum: 24.4m (80ft)

Internal Road
Minimum: 9.1m (30ft)

Rear

Minimum: 7.6m (25ft)

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site or 6.1m (20ft), whichever is the lesser.

Design, Character, and Appearance of Buildings

The exterior finish is to be wood, metal, concrete, brick, stucco or other similar siding to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.

Landscaping

In addition to other provisions of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may require any discretionary use to be screened from view with a vegetated buffer strip and/or screening of a visually pleasing nature, satisfactory to the Development Authority.

Additional Requirements

1. When reviewing an application proposal for an Industrial, Heavy Manufacturing and Processing Use, the Development Authority shall consider the following criteria;

1. not sited on better agricultural land;
2. proximity to major transportation routes;
3. local infrastructure;
4. compatibility with adjacent land uses;

 2. The Development Authority may require, but is not limited to, any of the following assessments to be submitted in support of a development permit application 
     for any Industrial or Alternative Energy Development.

1. an Environment Site Assessment;
2. a Traffic Impact Assessment;
3. a Noise Impact Assessment;
4. an Air Quality Impact Assessment;
5. a Geotechnical Assessment.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to permit development of intensive and extensive recreational facilities and uses.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreation, Extensive
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

Discretionary Uses

Community Centre
Dwelling Unit, Caretaker's Residence
Marina
Public Use
Public Utility
Recreation, Intensive
Sign
Solar Collector
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type B)

Parcel Size

As required by the Development Authority

Minimum Floor Area

As required by the Development Authority

Setbacks

Front

Minimum: At the discretion of the Development Authority

Rear

Minimum: At the discretion of the Development Authority

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site or 3.04m (10ft), whichever is the lesser.

Removal of Vegetation

The extensive removal of trees and/or shrubs without a Development Permit is prohibited.

Off-Street Parking

As required by the Development Authority.

Landscaping

In addition to other provisions of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may require any discretionary use to be screened from view with a
vegetated buffer strip and/or screening of a visually pleasing nature, satisfactory to the Development Authority.

Purpose

The purpose of this District is to provide for the control of development in an area of the County which contains a unique concentration of residential and 

community uses in an established rural setting.

 

Permitted Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Dwelling Unit, Garage Suite

Dwelling Unit, Garden Suite

Dwelling Unit, Manufactured Home
Dwelling Unit, Secondary Suite
Dwelling Unit, Single Detached
Group Care Facility
Occupation, Home (Type I)
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading

 

Discretionary Uses

Agricultural Industry
Agricultural Intensive
Agricultural Pursuit, Minor
Brewery, Winery and/or Distillery
Cemetery
Child Care Facility

Community Centre
Kennel

Occupation, Home (Type II)

Public Use
Public Utility
Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreation, Intensive
Religious Use Facility
Sign
Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (Type A)

Regulations

When deciding on an application for development in this district, the Development Authority shall consider the following:

1. the site provisions and general requirements as set out for the Hamlet Residential, Hamlet Commercial or Hamlet Industrial districts, as these might apply to the specific development,

2. the existing uses of the neighboring lands,
3. the proposed water and sewer servicing,
4. access to public roadways,
5. other such matters as are deemed necessary having due regard to the nature of a proposed development and the purpose of this development.

Purpose

To provide for a wide range of large-scale commercial uses on large parcels within the Sunrise Gateway Business Park consistent with the direction established by the Sunrise Gateway Business Park Area Structure Plan.

Permitted Uses

Agricultural, Extensive
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading
Top Soil Removal

Commercial Discretionary Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Automobile Sales and Services
Brewery, Winery, or Distillery
Cannabis Retail Store
Car Wash
Cardlock Facility
Commercial Service Center
Community Center
Hotel
Laundromat
Motel
Office
Public Use
Public Utility
Radio Communication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Recreation, Intensive
Recreational Vehicle Park
Restaurant
Retail Establishment
Service Station
Sign

Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Truck Stop
Veterinary Clinic

Parcel Size

Minimum: 0.5ha (1.2ac)

Minimum Total Floor Area

As required by the Development Authority

Setbacks

Front

Highway
Minimum: 41m (135ft) or at the discretion of Alberta Transportation

Rural Road
Minimum: 7.6m (25ft)

Rear

Minimum: 4.6m (15ft)

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site or 6.1m (20ft), whichever is the lesser.

Where a side yard abuts a primary highway or a secondary road, the side yard adjacent to the highway or secondary road shall be required by the Development Authority.

Design, Character, and Appearance of Development Sites and Buildings

The Development Authority shall have regard for the development standards established by the Sunrise Gateway Business Park Area Structure Plan

when reviewing development applications.

Landscaping

As part of the development permit application, the applicant shall provide a Landscaping Plan. At the discretion of the Development Authority the
Landscaping Plan may be required to be prepared by a licensed landscape architect.

The provision of site landscaping is a permanent obligation of a development permit and landscaping must be installed and maintained no less than the standard set by the approved landscaping plan.

The Development Authority may require screening between adjacent developments with a vegetated buffer and/or other screening of a visually pleasing nature.

 

Additional Requirements

The Development Authority may decide on such other requirements as are necessary, having due regard to the nature of a proposed Development and the purpose of this District.

Purpose

To provide for a wide range of large-scale industrial uses on large parcels within the Sunrise Gateway Business Park consistent with the direction
established by the Sunrise Gateway Business Park Area Structure Plan.

Permitted Uses

Agricultural, Extensive
Stripping, Filling, Excavation, and Grading
Top Soil Removal

Commercial Discretionary Uses

Ancillary Building and/or Use
Agricultural, Machinery Sales, and Services
Agricultural Supply Depot
Cannabis Production Facility
Industrial, Light Manufacturing and Processing
Office
Public Use
Public Utility
Radio Communication and Broadcasting Antenna System
Sign

Solar Collector
Storage Tank, Aboveground
Storage Tank, Pressure Vessel
Truck Stop
Warehouse

Parcel Size

Minimum: 0.5ha (1.2ac)

Minimum Total Floor Area

As required by the Development Authority

Setbacks

Front

Highway
Minimum: 41m (135ft) or at the discretion of Alberta Transportation

Rural Road
Minimum: 7.6m (25ft)

Rear

Minimum: 4.6m (15ft)

Side

Minimum: 10% of the width of the site or 6.1m (20ft), whichever is the lesser.

Where a side yard abuts a primary highway or a secondary road, the side yard adjacent to the highway or secondary road shall be required by the Development Authority.

Design, Character, and Appearance of Development Sites and Buildings

The Development Authority shall have regard for the development standards established by the Sunrise Gateway Business Park Area Structure Plan

when reviewing development applications.

Landscaping

As part of the development permit application, the applicant shall provide a Landscaping Plan. At the discretion of the Development Authority the
Landscaping Plan may be required to be prepared by a licensed landscape architect.

The provision of site landscaping is a permanent obligation of a development permit and landscaping must be installed and maintained no less than the standard set by the approved landscaping plan.

The Development Authority may require screening between adjacent developments with a vegetated buffer and/or other screening of a visually pleasing nature.

 

Additional Requirements

The Development Authority may decide on such other requirements as are necessary, having due regard to the nature of a proposed Development and the purpose of this District.