Planning Department

Planning

Are you looking to make an improvement on your property? Build a deck or a garage? Build a commercial development? Change the zoning on your property? Are you looking to subdivide your property into two or more lots? All of these developments involve the Planning Department.

Planning is the lead department for all land development applications including Subdivisions, Land Use Amendments (Rezoning), Development Permits, Sign Permits, Beautification Grants, and Administration of the Edson and Glenwood Cemetery to name a few.

The Planning Department also prepares and maintains the Town's Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP), Municipal Development Plan (MDP), and Land Use Bylaw (LUB), which form the basis for guiding growth and development in Edson.

We would love to hear from you. A pre-application meeting is helpful in your planning process. We can answer your questions regarding your development goals or any other planning related inquiries to help you get started.

To book an appointment, the Planning Department can be contacted by phone at 780.723.4401 or by email at engineeringandplanning@edson.ca.

NOTE: Section 14(1)(i) of Land Use Bylaw 2070 states that the construction of a pre-manufactured accessory building less than 10.0m2 in area, or a patio less than 15.0m2 is exempt from a development permit, provided that the side and rear setbacks in your zone are maintained, does not exceed your zones parcel coverage, and is not constructed on or over a utlitiy right-of-way (URW) or easement of any kind.

WebMap

This interactive map helps you in the pre-planning stages of your development. Navigate, draw, and print an overhead view of your property to include in your development permit application.

Please contact us at 780-723-4401 if you need help using WebMap.

WebMap

Contact

Martino Verhaeghe, B.Sc., RPP, MCIP
General Manager of Infrastructure & Planning

Kari Florizone, MPlan
Planning Manager

Lisa Resek, B.A., MSA, CPT
Development Officer

PLANNING INFORMATION

DEVELOPMENT FORMS AND INFORMATION

DEVELOPMENT FORMS:

Development Permit Application Form

This form is used when you wish to develop your property, including sheds, fences, decks, new homes, commercial buildings, etc. This is a two page document, the first page is the application and the second page is a check list of what is required to accompany the application. A Development Permit IS NOT a Building Permit; you are still required to obtain a Building Permit from an accredited Building Permit Agency for the Edson area.

Development permits are required for new construction, additions, renovations or a change in use of a building in ALL districts of the Town. Development Permits deal with the proposed development’s impact on neighboring properties and are regulated by the Town's Land Use Bylaw. If you intend to construct, renovate, demolish all or part of the buildings, change the use of a building, or add buildings to your property, you will need to apply for a Development Permit on the prescribed form. Fees start at $100.00 and go up depending on the type of development. See Development Permit, Subdivision and Other Fees for more information. Fees double if a permit is obtained after commencing construction.

Sign applications - When you wish to place a sign on your property please fill out a development permit application. Types of signs include roof, canopy/awning, wall/fascia, free standing, under canopy, projecting, portable, inflatable or billboards. Sign fees range start at $100.00 depending on the type of sign.

Variance Application Form - The development permit application is used when a development on a property does not conform to requirements of the Town of Edson Land Use Bylaw and a variance for the nonconformity is required. If a variance is requested, the cost of the variance is $2.00 for every 0.01m pre-devevelopment.

Encroachment Application

An Encroachment Agreement often is required when a structure(s) such as a fence, shed, house, garage, etc. is constructed beyond your property lines or over an easement or right-of-way. Encroachments are usually discovered when a property is surveyed or when a Certificate of Compliance is requested. An Encroachment Agreement is a formal acknowledgment by the owner of the land that is impacted by the encroaching structure to allow it to remain as is. The application fee is $300.00.

Weeping Tile Inspection Form

This form is used to ensure that the weeping tiles are installed properly and that proper procedures are used for the discharge of water. The cost of these services is included in the development permit fee.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FORMS

If you are selling or mortgaging a property, you may be requested by your lawyer or financial institution to provide a Certificate of Compliance from the Town. The Certificate of Compliance is written confirmation stating the property either conforms to the Land Use Bylaw or not. To apply for a Certificate of Compliance you will need to provide 2 original copies of a Real Property Report dated within the last 6 months. Real Property Reports must be prepared by a Registered Alberta Land Surveyor. Please see Certificate of Compliance Procedures for more information.

SUBDIVISION FORMS

Subdivision Application Process Informational Brochure

Subdivision Application Form

This application is used when you want to separate your land into two or more lots or bareland condominium units. Common Questions About the Subdivision Process explains the Subdivision Process. The cost of a subdivision is $450.00 + $100.00 for every lot being created including what is left of the original parcel. Once the lot is subdivided there is a $200.00 Endorsement Fee for each lot being registered. Subdivisions require the approval of Town Council and must be consistent with the Municipal Development Plan and any relevant Area Structure Plans.

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board - Filing an Appeal

BEAUTIFICATION PLAN AND APPLICATION FORM

Town of Edson Streetscape Beautification Plan

The Town of Edson offers a Business Beautification Grant each year for those in the Downtown area or along Highway 16.

The Streetscape Beautification Grant has been instituted by Edson Town Council as an incentive to work together with property owners, encouraging a positive, memorable image to attract visitors, business and residents alike. In an effort to reinforce this image, Town Council has set aside funds to assist property owners along 2^nd and 4^th Avenues, along Main (50^th) Street between 1^st and 7^th Avenues and along 3^rd Avenue between 48^th Street and 52^nd Street to beautify their property by providing 50% of the cost of their beautification project to a maximum grant amount of $5,000.00 to successful applicants.

Beautification Grant Application Form

Streetscape Beautification Grant Policy

ROADS AND WORK ON TOWN LANDS

Curb Cut & Driveway Crossing Application Form

This application is used when access to a property requires cutting an apron into the curbs and sidewalks or crossing an existing ditch. There is no charge for this application; however, securities may be required for construction of the Curb Cut or ditch crossing.

Application for Utility Work Approval on Town Administered Lands Form

This application is required when any work is conducted on Town owned land (eq: roads, lanes, parks, boulevards, etc). There is no charge for this application.

MOBILE HOMES

Moving/Removing a Mobile Home into/from a trailer park

A development permit is not required to move or remove a mobile home from a mobile home park within the corporate boundaries of the Town.

However, PRIOR TO MOVING THE MOBILE HOME INTO THE PARK, you must contact

the Town’s tax department at 780-723-4401 to provide Ownership information to the Town;
the Town’s Bylaw Enforcement office at 780-723-3178 to notify/coordinate the date and time of the move; and
a Building Permit agency to obtain building, plumbing, electrical, gas permits.

However, PRIOR TO REMOVING A MOBILE HOME FROM THE PARK, you must contact

the Town’s tax department at 780-723-4401 to provide information to the Town;
the Town’s Bylaw Enforcement office at 780-723-3178, to notify/coordinate the date and time of the move; and
a Building Permit agency to obtain plumbing, electrical, gas permits.

A development permit IS REQUIRED to move or remove a mobile home from a owned lot (such as on 52nd Street, or in Pine Avenue Mobile Subdivision).