We know time is money, that's why Stony Plain's Economic Development and Planning teams work together closely to ensure locating your business here is quick and easy.
See the information below for guidance navigating our processes. We recommend you contact us before diving in to ensure a smooth process.
Business Licence Checklist |
Things to consider when applying for a business licence
How to apply for a business licence
Application review process Staff will review your application within 10 business days. You will be contacted if any additional information or action is required to process your application or when your application is approved. Fees and payment Once your application has been reviewed, we will contact you for payment. We keep fees low. You should expect to pay $100 to $350 depending on your business-type. Displaying your business licence Once all the application requirements have been met to our satisfaction, your business licence will be issued, and a certificate will be sent to you by mail. You must post the certificate in a prominent location visible from the main entrance or at the point of sale. Renewals Updates and cancellations As your business grows and changes, you might move to a new location, add new owners, change your business activities, or expand your existing space. You must inform us of any changes to your business information because your licence is only valid when it has accurate information. To cancel your business licence, please visit the Town Office or email our team. |
Development Permit Checklist |
Development permits are required for:
Most development permit applications will require:
Other important information
Development inspections We book inspections for issued permits to ensure all projects meet provincial codes. Contact us at 780-963-8598 to book your building permit inspection. Please have your building permit number and the address of the project available to book your inspection. We conduct all building inspections Monday through Friday and require 48 hours notice to book your inspection. Utility inspections Electrical, gas, plumbing, and private sewage disposal system (PSDS) permits are required to help ensure the health and safety of residents and are regulated under the Safety Codes Act, Permit Regulations and applicable codes. Permits and inspections are required for the installation, addition and alternation to electrical, gas, plumbing and private sewage systems. We process permit applications. Please contact the Inspections Group Inc. for all electrical, gas, plumbing and PSDS permit inspections 780-454-5048. Compliance reports Your lawyer or real estate agent may request a compliance report when selling your property. A compliance report indicates if the improvements on your property meet the current regulations of the Town's Land Use Bylaw. To obtain a compliance report please complete a compliance request form and submit it with an original real property report (RPR) to our Planning team. Photocopies and scanned copies are not accepted. Real property reports are prepared by an Alberta Land Surveyor and there is a charge for the service. Visit the Alberta Land Surveyors Association website for more information. |
Building Permit Checklist |
Building permits are required for:
Like development permits, most building permit applications will require:
Other important information
Development inspections We book inspections for issued permits to ensure all projects meet provincial codes. Contact us at 780-963-8598 to book your building permit inspection. Please have your building permit number and the address of the project available to book your inspection. We conduct all building inspections Monday through Friday and require 48 hours notice to book your inspection. Utility inspections Electrical, gas, plumbing and PSDS permits are required to help ensure the health and safety of residents and are regulated under the Safety Codes Act, Permit Regulations and applicable codes. Permits and inspections are required for the installation, addition and alternation to electrical, gas, plumbing and private sewage systems. We process permit applications. Please contact the Inspections Group Inc. for all electrical, gas, plumbing and PSDS permit inspections 780-454-5048. Compliance reports Your lawyer or real estate agent may request a compliance report when selling your property. A compliance report indicates if the improvements on your property meet the current regulations of the Town's Land Use Bylaw. To obtain a compliance report, please complete a compliance request form and submit it with an original real property report our Planning team. Photocopies and scanned copies are not accepted. Real property reports are prepared by an Alberta Land Surveyor and there is a charge for the service. Visit the Alberta Land Surveyors Association website for more information. |
Incentives Checklist |
Please visit our incentives webpage and contact us to discuss any incentives you're eligible to receive. This must be done before starting the processes noted above. |