Zoning and Subdivision
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Zoning or districting is the division of land into districts. We district all land within the Town of Stony Plain under the Land Use Bylaw. To find a break down of districts in Stony Plain use our Land Use Districts Map.
Land use districts specify:
- The purpose of the district
- Permitted and discretionary uses
- General regulations
Land Use Bylaw |
The Land Use Bylaw controls land use and development to ensure it aligns with the Town's vision. The Bylaw sets:
The Bylaw includes definitions for all land uses to help determine if your proposal meets the requirements of that district. Land Use Bylaw amendmentsLand use districts can only change through a Land Use Bylaw amendment or redistricting. An application for redistricting must be consistent with all statutory plans. RedistrictingRedistricting means changing the district that applies to a piece of land. You must apply for rezoning to develop in a way that is not allowed under the current districting, or to subdivide the land for a different use. Council can approve a redistricting application through a Land Use Bylaw Amendment. A redistricting application takes a minimum of two to three months once accepted, but can take longer under certain circumstances. |
Subdivision |
You must apply for subdivision when:
AppealsYou can appeal a Subdivision Authority decision to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) or the Municipal Government Board depending on the nature of the subdivision. To appeal a decision, you must submit a complete application form and pay the application fee. Subdivision endorsementWe endorse all subdivisions approved by the Subdivision Authority. To finalize a subdivision and create new lots or units, you must:
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