Willow Creek MD Land Use Bylaw

Willow Creek MD Land Use Bylaw

This bylaw governs the land use policies and development regulations within the Municipal District of Willow Creek, Alberta. It was passed in April 2019 and is consolidated to Bylaw No. 2006 (effective January 2025).

Key Sections of the Willow Creek MD Land Use Bylaw

  • Land Use Districts: The municipality is divided into various districts, each regulating land uses such as residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural. The complete list includes districts like Rural General (RG), Rural Industrial (RI), and Rural Recreational (RR).
  • Development Regulations: The bylaw outlines specific regulations for developments within these districts, such as minimum parcel sizes, setbacks, and special considerations for flood-prone areas.
  • Designated Hamlets: Includes areas like Moon River Estates, Orton, Parkland, and Woodhouse, each with unique land use guidelines.
  • Amendments and Updates: The bylaw includes provisions for amendments and rescindments, with specific examples of land use redesignations from Rural General to Vacant Country Residential and Rural Industrial.
  • Development Permit Applications: Guidelines for obtaining development permits, including requirements for applications related to home occupations, modular homes, and moved-in buildings.

Additional Considerations

The bylaw also outlines processes for notifications, appeals, and specific development approvals. For developers and landowners, compliance with these regulations is essential for smooth development operations within the municipality.

Important Schedules

The bylaw includes several schedules and appendices for detailed development guidelines:

  • Schedule 1: Land Use Districts and Definitions
  • Schedule 2: Development District Regulations
  • Schedule 6: Mobile/Modular Home Development Standards
  • Appendix C: Report Requirements for Subdivision Development
  • Appendix G: Private Driveway Policy

MD of Willow Creek No. 26 Resources

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