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Department: City Clerk, Planning and Development
Bylaw Number C-1260
Adopted Date Sep 16 2013
Last Amended Date: Nov 02 2020
Amendments
| Amendment Number | |
|---|---|
| Bylaw C-1260-127 (DRAFT) | Download Amendment |
| Bylaw C-1260-129 (DRAFT) | Download Amendment |
| Bylaw C-1260-131 (DRAFT) | Download Amendment |
CITY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE
OFFICE CONSOLIDATION
BYLAW C-1260
A Bylaw to adopt the City of Grande Prairie Land Use Bylaw
(As Amended by Bylaw C-1260-1 to C-1260-4,
C-1260-6 to C-1260-24, C-1260-26, C-1260-27,
C-1260-29 to C-1260-31, C-1260-33, C-1260-34, C-1260-36,
C-1260-37, C-1260-39 to C-1260-47, C-1260-49, C-1260-50,
C-1260-52, C-1260-53, C-1260-55 to C-1260-61,
C-1260-64, C-1260-65, C-1260-67 to C-1260-87,
C-1260-89, C-1260-90, C-1260-92 to C-1260-94,
C-1260-96, C-1290-97, C-1260-99 to C-1260-103,
C-1260-105 to C-1260-107, C-1260-109, C-1260-111 to C-1260-116,
C-1260-118 to C-1260-120, and C-1260-122 to C-1260-126)
THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE, IN THE
PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, DULY ASSEMBLED, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. This Bylaw shall be cited as the “City of Grande Prairie Land Use Bylaw.”
2. The Land Use Bylaw attached as Schedule “A” is adopted for the orderly and economic
development of the City of Grande Prairie, pursuant to Sections 639, 640 and 641, Division
5, Part 17 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, Chapter M-26.
3. Bylaw C-1100, the former Land Use Bylaw and all amendments thereto, is rescinded in total
upon the date that this Bylaw is passed.
4. This Bylaw shall take effect on the date it is passed.
READ a first time this 19th day of August , 2013.
“B. Given” (signed)
Mayor
“A. Cerny” (signed)
Acting Corporate Services Director
READ a second time this 16th day of September , 2013.
READ a third time and finally passed this 16th day of September , 2013.
“B. Given” (signed)
Mayor
“S. Walker” (signed)
Acting Corporate Services Director City of Grande Prairie i Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Table of Contents
PART ONE ENACTMENT AND ADMINISTRATION 1
SECTION 1 TITLE ..................................................................................................................................1
SECTION 2 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................................1
SECTION 3 APPLICATION .......................................................................................................................1
SECTION 4 EFFECTIVE DATE...................................................................................................................1
SECTION 5 CONFORMITY WITH THIS BYLAW .............................................................................................1
SECTION 6 OTHER LEGISLATIVE AND COUNCIL BYLAW REQUIREMENTS .........................................................1
SECTION 7 SEVERABILITY.......................................................................................................................1
SECTION 8 TRANSITION.........................................................................................................................1
PART TWO INTERPRETATION 1
SECTION 9 RULES OF INTERPRETATION ....................................................................................................1
SECTION 10 DEFINITIONS........................................................................................................................2
PART THREE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 1
SECTION 11 DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY....................................................................................................1
SECTION 12 DEVELOPMENT OFFICER ........................................................................................................1
SECTION 13 COMMITTEE (BYLAW C-1260-84-DECEMBER 4, 2017 AND BYLAW C-1260-118-APRIL 6, 2020) ............2
SECTION 14 SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD .....................................................................2
PART FOUR DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION 1
SECTION 15 CONTROL OF DEVELOPMENT ..................................................................................................1
SECTION 16 WHEN A DEVELOPMENT PERMIT IS NOT REQUIRED ...................................................................1
SECTION 17 APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT ................................................................................2
SECTION 18 DECISION ............................................................................................................................4
SECTION 19 VARIANCE AUTHORITY...........................................................................................................6
SECTION 20 FEES...................................................................................................................................8
SECTION 21 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PROCESS ............................................................................................8
SECTION 22 INTERMUNICIPAL REFERRALS ..................................................................................................8
SECTION 23 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT CONDITIONS .......................................................................................9
SECTION 24 NOTICE OF DECISION...........................................................................................................10
SECTION 25 APPEALING A DECISION .......................................................................................................13
PART FIVE AMENDING THIS BYLAW 1
SECTION 26 BYLAW AMENDMENTS ..........................................................................................................1
SECTION 27 CONTENTS OF AN AMENDMENT APPLICATION...........................................................................1
SECTION 28 THE AMENDMENT PROCESS ...................................................................................................2
PART SIX CONTRAVENTION AND ENFORCEMENT 1
SECTION 29 STOP ORDER........................................................................................................................1
SECTION 30 SIGN IMPOUNDMENT............................................................................................................1
SECTION 31 PENALTIES...........................................................................................................................1 City of Grande Prairie ii Land Use Bylaw C-1260
PART SEVEN GENERAL REGULATIONS 1
SECTION 32 APPLICABILITY......................................................................................................................1
SECTION 33 ACCESSORY BUILDINGS/STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS ..................................................2
SECTION 34 ADULT ENTERTAINMENT FACILITY OR LATE NIGHT CLUB .............................................................3
SECTION 35 BARE LAND CONDOMINIUM...................................................................................................4
SECTION 36 BEAR CREEK VALLEY..............................................................................................................5
SECTION 37 BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENTS....................................................................................6
SECTION 37A CANNABIS RELATED USES (BYLAW C-1260-94 - JUNE 18, 2018)...............................................7
SECTION 38 CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (CPTED) PRINCIPLES .............................9
SECTION 39 CORNER LOT RESTRICTIONS..................................................................................................12
SECTION 40 DECKS ..............................................................................................................................13
SECTION 41 DEVELOPMENT SETBACKS FROM RAIL LINES (BYLAW C-1260-90 - MAY 7, 2018) ....................14
SECTION 42 DRIVE-THROUGH BUSINESSES...............................................................................................17
SECTION 43 DWELLING UNITS AND PRINCIPAL BUILDINGS ON A PARCEL .......................................................18
SECTION 44 EXISTING BUILDINGS ...........................................................................................................19
SECTION 45 FENCING AND SCREENING ....................................................................................................20
SECTION 46 GARAGE SUITES .................................................................................................................21
SECTION 47 GARBAGE ENCLOSURES .......................................................................................................23
SECTION 48 HIGH VISIBILITY CORRIDOR OVERLAY .....................................................................................24
SECTION 49 HOME BUSINESS ................................................................................................................25
SECTION 50 LIGHTING ..........................................................................................................................28
SECTION 51 MULTIPLE USES..................................................................................................................29
SECTION 52 OBJECTS PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED IN YARDS.......................................................................30
SECTION 53 PERMITTED ENCROACHMENTS..............................................................................................31
SECTION 54 RADIOCOMMUNICATION AND BROADCASTING ANTENNA FACILITY..............................................32
SECTION 55 RELOCATION OR DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS ..........................................................................34
SECTION 56 RESIDENTIAL CONVERSION...................................................................................................35
SECTION 57 SECONDARY SUITES.............................................................................................................36
SECTION 58 SMALL WIND ENERGY SYSTEM .............................................................................................38
SECTION 59 SOLAR COLLECTORS ............................................................................................................40
SECTION 60 SUBDIVISION OF LAND.........................................................................................................41
SECTION 61 THROUGH LOTS..................................................................................................................42
SECTION 62 TRANSITION BETWEEN USES ................................................................................................43
PART EIGHT LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS 1
SECTION 63 PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY ................................................................................................1
SECTION 64 GENERAL.............................................................................................................................2
SECTION 65 PLANTING REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................................5
SECTION 66 LANDSCAPING FOR LARGE PARKING AREAS..............................................................................6
SECTION 67 LANDSCAPING SECURITIES...................................................................................................7
PART NINE PARKING AND LOADING FACILITIES 1
SECTION 68 GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR PARKING AND LOADING....................................................................1 City of Grande Prairie iii Land Use Bylaw C-1260
SECTION 69 PARKING FOR RESIDENTIAL USES.............................................................................................2
SECTION 70 PARKING FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL USES.....................................................................................3
SECTION 71 PARKING REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................4
SECTION 72 NUMBER OF PARKING STALLS REQUIRED..................................................................................7
SECTION 73 ON-SITE LOADING REQUIREMENTS (BYLAW C-1260-31 - AUGUST 10, 2015) ...........................10
SECTION 74 PARKING STRUCTURES.........................................................................................................11
SECTION 75 COMMERCIAL BUSINESS CENTRE, INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS CENTRE, MIXED USE OR DOWNTOWN
DEVELOPMENTS AND DEVELOPMENTS IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO TRANSIT SERVICES........................12
SECTION 76 COMBINED OR SHARED PARKING ..........................................................................................13
SECTION 77 PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICLE ACCESS TO SITES............................................................................14
SECTION 78 VEHICLE-ORIENTED USES.....................................................................................................15
SECTION 79 REQUIREMENTS FOR BICYCLE PARKING STALLS ........................................................................16
PART TEN DISTRICTS 1
SECTION 80 ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRICTS................................................................................................1
SECTION 81 SMALL LOT RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT - RS....................................................................................1
SECTION 82 RESTRICTED RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT - RR...................................................................................1
SECTION 83 GENERAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT - RG......................................................................................1
SECTION 84 RESIDENTIAL TRANSITION DISTRICT - RT...................................................................................1
SECTION 85 COMBINED RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT - RC (BYLAW C-1260-49-JANUARY 11, 2016).............................1
SECTION 86 MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT - RM.........................................................................1
SECTION 87 HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT - RH...............................................................................1
SECTION 88 RESTRICTED SMALL LOT RESIDENTIAL - RSR..............................................................................1
SECTION 89 MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY DISTRICT - MHC .............................................................1
SECTION 90 MANUFACTURED HOME SUBDIVISION DISTRICT - MHS..............................................................1
SECTION 91 CENTRAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT - CC .....................................................................................1
SECTION 92 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT - CG ....................................................................................1
SECTION 93 COMMERCIAL TRANSITION DISTRICT - CT.................................................................................1
SECTION 94 MIXED USE - MX - DELETED BY BYLAW C-1260-23 - DECEMBER 14, 2015 .................................1
SECTION 95 ARTERIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT - CA ....................................................................................1
SECTION 96 LOCAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT - CL .........................................................................................1
SECTION 97 BUSINESS INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT - IB ........................................................................................1
SECTION 98 GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT - IG ........................................................................................1
SECTION 99 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT - IH............................................................................................1
SECTION 99A RURAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT - IR (BYLAW C-1260-49-JANUARY 11, 2016) ....................................1
SECTION 100 PUBLIC SERVICE DISTRICT - PS................................................................................................1
SECTION 101 MUSKOSEEPI PARK DISTRICT - MP..........................................................................................1
SECTION 102 URBAN RESERVE DISTRICT - UR..............................................................................................1
SECTION 103 AIRPORT DISTRICT - AP .........................................................................................................1
SECTION 104 DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT - DC.............................................................................................1
(Bylaw C-1260-7 - May 20, 2014) City of Grande Prairie iv Land Use Bylaw C-1260
List of Tables
Table 71-1 - Parking Stall Design Standards...............................................................................................5
Table 72-1 - Parking Requirements for Accommodation and Food Establishments.................................7
Table 72-2 - Parking Requirements for Food/Drinking and Entertainment Facilities................................7
Table 72-3 - Parking Requirements for Business Related Uses .................................................................8
Table 72-4 - Parking Requirements for Education/Government/Health Services.....................................8
Table 72-5 - Parking Requirements for Residential Developments...........................................................9
Table 72-6 - Parking Requirements for Social/Recreational Services........................................................9
Table 72-7 - Parking Requirements for Retail Business.............................................................................9
Table 73-1 - Required Number of Loading Spaces...................................................................................10
Table 75-1 - Potential Parking Reductions...............................................................................................12
Table 79-1 - Requirements for Bicycle Parking Stalls...............................................................................16
List of Figures
Figure 71-1 - Illustration of Parking Standard Dimensions (relate to column headings above)................5
Figure 71-2 - Example of painted double lines for stalls less than 3.0m wide ..........................................6
Figure 94-1 - Typical Sidewalk Section and Plan Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-23 - December 14, 2015
List of Schedules
SCHEDULE A - LAND USE DISTRICT MAP
SCHEDULE B - SIGNS
SCHEDULE C - HIGH VISIBILITY CORRIDOR OVERLAY - HVCO
SCHEDULE D - AIRPORT VICINITY OVERLAY - AVO
SCHEDULE E - SMALL QUANTITY EXEMPTIONS FOR DANGEROUS GOODS
SCHEDULE F - DELETED BY BYLAW C-1260-69 - MAY 29, 2017
SCHEDULE G - SOUTH AVONDALE AREA REDEVELOPMENT PLAN OVERLAY
SCHEDULE H - VLA/MONTROSE AREA REDEVELOPMENT PLAN OVERLAY
SCHEDULE I - HILLSIDE AREA REVITALIZATION PLAN OVERLAY
(Bylaw C-1260-82 - November 20, 2017)
SCHEDULE J - DEVELOPMENT SETBACKS FROM ROADWAYS
(Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part One Enactment and Administration
Section 1 Title
This Bylaw is entitled the City of Grande Prairie Land Use Bylaw.
Section 2 Purpose
The purpose of this Bylaw is to regulate the use and development of land and buildings within the
boundaries of the City to achieve the orderly and economic development of land.
Section 3 Application
The provisions of this Bylaw apply to all lands and buildings within the boundaries of the City, including
the land annexed to the City effective January 1, 2016, except to the extent that this Bylaw provides
otherwise.
(Bylaw C-1260-50 - April 4, 2016)
Section 4 Effective Date
4.1 This Bylaw comes into force and takes effect upon the date of its third reading.
4.2 Land Use Bylaw C-1100 and all amendments are hereby repealed.
Section 5 Conformity with this Bylaw
5.1 No person shall commence any development within the City except in conformity with this
Bylaw.
5.2 Compliance with the requirements of this Bylaw does not exempt any person from the
requirements of any adopted Statutory Plan.
Section 6 Other Legislative and Council Bylaw Requirements
6.1 Nothing in this Bylaw affects the duty or obligation of a person to obtain a development permit
as required by this Bylaw or to obtain any other permit, license or other authorization required
by this or any other Bylaw.
6.2 In addition to the requirements of this Bylaw, an applicant must comply with all federal,
provincial and other municipal legislation.
Section 7 Severability
In the event any portion of this Bylaw is found invalid by a Court of Law or is overturned by a superior
jurisdiction, the validity of the remaining portions of this Bylaw shall not be affected.
Section 8 Transition
An application for a Subdivision, Development Permit or amendment to the Land Use Bylaw
commenced prior to the coming into force of this Bylaw shall be evaluated under the provisions of the
City’s Land Use Bylaw C-1100 as amended. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Two Interpretation
Section 9 Rules of Interpretation
9.1 Words used in the present tense include the other tenses and derivative forms. Words used in
the singular include the plural and vice versa. Words have the same meaning whether they are
capitalized or not.
9.2 The words shall and must require mandatory compliance except where a variance has been
granted pursuant to the Municipal Government Act or this Bylaw.
9.3 Words, phrases, and terms not defined in this part may be given their definition in the
Municipal Government Act or the Alberta Building Code. Other words shall be given their usual
and customary meaning.
9.4 Where a regulation involves two (2) or more conditions, provisions or events connected by a
conjunction, the following shall apply:
a. and means all the connected items shall apply in combination;
b. or indicates that the connected items may apply singly; and,
c. and/or indicates the items may apply singly or in combination. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 10 Definitions
ABATTOIR means the use of land or a building for the slaughter of livestock or poultry and may include
the packing, treating, storing and sale of the meat produced.
ABUTTING means immediately contiguous to or physically touching, and when used with respect to a
lot or site, means that the lot or site physically touches upon another lot, site, or piece of land, and
shares a property line or boundary line with it.
ACCESSORY BUILDING OR STRUCTURE means a building or structure that is subordinate to, exclusively
devoted to, and located on the same site as the principal building. Where a structure is attached to a
principal building on a site by a roof, an open or enclosed structure, a floor or foundation, or any
structure below grade allowing access between the building and the structure, it is considered part of
the principal building.
ACCESSORY USE means a use that is subordinate to, exclusively devoted to, and located on the same
site as the principal use. Typical uses include, but are not limited to, a cafeteria in a hospital or a
coffee shop at a college.
ACT means the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000 and regulations there under, as amended from
time to time.
ADJACENT refers to those lands that are next to the parcel of land that is subject to a development
permit or subdivision application and includes lands that would be next to that parcel if not for a river,
stream, railway, private or public road, utility right-of-way or lot or reserve land.
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT FACILITY means any premises or part thereof in which are provided in
pursuance of a trade, calling, business or occupation, services appealing to erotic or sexual appetites
or inclination which include without restricting the generality of the foregoing any or all of the
following:
1. Adult mini-theatres, which are any premises wherein live performances, motion pictures, video
tapes, digital video disk, slides or similar electronic or photographic reproductions are performed
or shown as a principal use or accessory to some other business activity which is conducted on the
premises;
2. Erotic dance clubs, which are any premises, other than adult mini-theatres, wherein live
performances, are performed or shown as a principal use or as an accessory to some other
business activity which is conducted on the premises;
3. Adult video stores which are businesses where greater than 30% of the floor area is used to sell,
rent, lease or loan “X” rated adult video tapes, digital video disks or other similar electronic or
photographic reproductions;
4. Love boutiques/shops which are retail or wholesale businesses where greater than 30% of the
floor area is used for the display and sale of merchandise and/or products intended to be used for
sexual pleasure; and,
5. Services of which a principal feature or characteristic is the nudity or partial nudity of any person.
For the purpose of this definition, “partial nudity” means less than completely and opaquely
covered: City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
a. Human genitals or human pubic regions;
b. Human buttocks; or,
c. Female breasts below a point immediately above the top of the areola.
AGRICULTURAL OPERATION means an agricultural activity conducted for gain or reward or in the
hope of expectation of gain or reward, and includes, but is not limited to:
1. The cultivation of land;
2. The raising of poultry and livestock, including game-production animals within the meaning of the
Livestock Industry Diversification Act;
3. The raising of fur-bearing animals, birds or fish;
4. The production of agricultural field crops;
5. The production of fruit, vegetables, sod, trees, shrubs and other specialty horticultural crops;
6. The production of eggs and milk;
7. The production of honey;
8. The operation of agricultural machinery and equipment, including irrigation pumps; and,
9. The application of fertilizers, manure, insecticides, pesticides, fungicides and herbicides, including
application by ground and aerial spray, in conjunction with agricultural purposes.
AIRCRAFT SALES AND/OR RENTAL means development used for the sale, charter or rental of aircraft
together with incidental maintenance services, and the sale of parts and accessories.
AIRPORT means the Grande Prairie Regional Airport and includes any land used either in whole or in
part for the arrival and departure, and servicing of aircraft, and any building, installation or equipment
used in connection with the operation of the airport.
AISLE means that portion of a parking lot or structure that accommodates the circulation of vehicles.
AMENITY AREA OR SPACE means an indoor or outdoor area on a site or within a development that is
intended for shared or private recreation or enjoyment. This includes such uses as child play areas,
courtyards, atria, patios, decks, balconies, swimming pools exercise rooms, solariums, and playing
fields.
ANIMAL SERVICE FACILITY, MAJOR means a development for the purpose of treatment, boarding,
training, or grooming of animals and includes retail sales of associated products. This includes such
uses as large animal veterinary clinics, boarding and breeding kennels, impounding and quarantining
facilities and animal shelters, but does not include the sale of animals.
ANIMAL SERVICE FACILITY, MINOR means a development for the purpose of outpatient care, small
animal training not to exceed ten (10) animals on the premises at any one (1) time for training
purposes, treatment or grooming of animals and includes retail sales of associated products. Typical
uses are pet grooming salons and small animal veterinary clinics.
ANIMAL SERVICES, OFF-SITE means services related to the grooming, training, exercising, and
supervision of household pets which is conducted off site as a mobile service. This does not include
boarding, retail sales, or the sale of animals.
APARTMENT BUILDING means a building comprising three (3) or more dwelling units having shared
entrance, in which the dwellings are arranged in any horizontal or vertical configuration, and which
does not conform to the definition of any other residential use.
AREA REDEVELOPMENT PLAN means a statutory plan, prepared pursuant to the Municipal
Government Act that addresses the redevelopment or rehabilitation of established commercial areas
or neighbourhoods.
AREA STRUCTURE PLAN means a statutory plan, prepared pursuant to the Municipal Government Act
that addresses the future development of large areas of land at a conceptual level of detail. City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
ARTISTIC DECORATIVE FEATURES means features that have a unique design element to them. This
can include decorative woodwork or millwork (often called “gingerbread”) and/or distinctive
architectural elements including, but not limited to: arches, bay-windows, dormers, shutters, columns,
cornicing, quoins and other architectural features.
AUCTIONEERING FACILITY means development intended for the auctioning of goods and equipment,
including the temporary storage of such goods and equipment, but does not include farmers/flea
markets or second hand stores.
AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR AND SALES, MINOR means a development used for the
servicing, mechanical repair, and sale of automobiles, light trucks, utility vehicles, motorcycles,
snowmobiles, and similar vehicles and the sale, installation or servicing of related accessories and
parts. This includes transmission shops, muffler shops, tire shops, automotive glass shops, and
upholstery shops. Automotive and Equipment Repair and Sales, Minor facilities may operate a Vehicle
Wash, Minor as an accessory use.
AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR AND SALES, MAJOR means the servicing, sale, and
mechanical and body repair of automobiles, trucks, farm machinery, recreational vehicles and heavy
equipment, and the sale, installation, servicing or storage of related accessories and parts. This
includes truck, heavy equipment shops, body shops, and recreational vehicle repair shops.
AUTOMOTIVE AND/OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SALES, RENTAL AND SERVICE means a development
used for the sale or rental of new or used automobiles, recreational vehicles, motorcycles,
snowmobiles, tent trailers, boats, travel trailers or similar light vehicles or crafts, together with
incidental maintenance services and sale of parts. It includes automobile dealerships, rental agencies,
and motorcycle dealerships, but does not include dealerships for the sale of manufactured homes or
trucks with a gross vehicle rating greater than 4,000 kg.
BALCONY means a platform, attached to and projecting from the face of a building with or without a
supporting structure above the first storey, normally surrounded by a balustrade or railing and used as
an outdoor porch or sundeck where the only means of access is provided from within the building.
BASEMENT means that portion of a building that is located wholly or partially below grade, the ceiling
of which does not extend more than 1.9m above finished grade.
BED AND BREAKFAST means the use of a single detached dwelling whereby temporary
accommodation (up to three (3) bedrooms) with or without meals is provided for compensation to
members of the public.
BOARD means the City’s Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.
BOARDING HOUSE means any residential dwelling unit providing sleeping rooms to four (4) or more
persons for compensation on an individual basis. Use of a common kitchen located on the main floor
of the dwelling may be permitted or, meals may be provided for as part of the remuneration
agreement with the building owner. Cooking and/or preparing of food within the sleeping rooms or
any other areas are prohibited. Typical uses include hostels and rooming houses.
BREWERY, DISTILLERY AND WINERY means a facility licensed by the Alberta Gaming and Liquor
Commission (AGLC), where beer, wine, spirits or other alcoholic beverages are made on the premises
and then sold or distributed. This use may be approved in conjunction with a Drinking Establishment,
Major or Minor, Liquor Store, Restaurant, Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Major or Minor, or
Retail Store, General when one of these uses is also a listed use in the same district as a Brewery,
Distillery and Winery. This use does not include Micro-Brewery, Micro-Winery and Micro-Distillery.
(Bylaw C-1260-20-Dec 15, 2014, Bylaw C-1260-79-Feb 25, 2019 and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
BROADCASTING STUDIO means a development used for the production and broadcasting of audio
and visual programming typically associated with radio, television and motion picture studios. City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
BUILDING includes any structure having a roof supported by columns or walls and intended for
shelter, housing or enclosure of any individual, animal, process, equipment, goods, or material of any
kind.
BUILDING SEPARATION means the minimum distance between two (2) buildings on a single lot as
specified under the Alberta Safety Code.
BULK CHEMICAL AND/OR FUEL STORAGE FACILITY means a development where the principal use is
the indoor and/or outdoor storage of refined or crude oil, fuel, or liquid or solid chemical. This
includes the storage of dangerous/hazardous substances, as defined by the Dangerous Goods
Transportation and Handling Act. The development may include facilities for cleaning, blending,
packaging of bulk oil, fuel or chemicals for redistribution and or sale, but does not include
manufacture of any of these products.
BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICE means a development for support services to business generally, which
for example include: the use of minor mechanical equipment for batch printing; processing and
binding; drafting; word and photographic processing services; office maintenance or security services;
business related equipment sale, rental, service or repair.
CANNABIS means the substance set out in the Controlled Drug and Substances Act (Canada). Also
commonly known by the terms marijuana, marihuana, weed, pot or hash.
(Bylaw C-1260-75 - August 8, 2017)
CANNABIS LOUNGES means development where the primary purpose of the facility is the sale of
Cannabis to the public, for the consumption within the premises that is authorized by provincial or
federal legislation.
(Bylaw C-1260-75 - August 8, 2017)
CANNABIS PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION means development used principally for one or more of
the following activities as it relates to Cannabis:
1. The production, cultivation, and growth of Cannabis;
2. The processing of raw materials;
3. The making, testing, manufacturing, assembling or in any way altering the chemical or physical
properties of semi-finished or finished goods and products;
4. The storage or transshipping of materials, goods and products; or
5. The distribution and sale of materials, goods and products to Retail Store, Cannabis stores or to
individual customers.
(Bylaw C-1260-75 - August 8, 2017)
CARNIVAL means a temporary development providing a variety of shows, games and amusement
rides.
CARPORT means a structure consisting of a roof supported on posts or columns and is not enclosed
except when one side attached to the principal building on a site.
CASINO means a facility licensed by the Province of Alberta for patrons to participate in gaming
opportunities as the principal use, and includes a bingo hall.
CEMETERY means development of land primarily as landscaped open space for the entombment of
deceased persons. Typical uses include memorial parks, burial grounds and gardens of remembrance.
CHILD CARE FACILITY means a development licensed by the Province of Alberta to provide personal
care, maintenance, supervision or education, without overnight accommodation, for seven (7) or
more children at one (1) time for more than three (3) but less than 24 consecutive hours in a day. This
includes daycare centres, out of school service, drop in centres, nurseries, kindergartens, nursery
schools and play schools and other similar uses.
CITY means the City of Grande Prairie. City of Grande Prairie Page 6 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION means construction can commence once a development
permit is approved and released and all other required permits are obtained.
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS CENTRE, LOCAL means any group of commercial establishments planned,
constructed and managed by a single or a group of owners or tenants, either in a mall-type setting or
on a common site. Commercial Business Centres, Local must have:
1. Common and/or shared site access; and
2. Common and/or shared parking for customers and staff.
And includes:
a. Rental projects and conventional condominium developments, developed in accordance with
the Condominium Property Act;
b. A site where the gross floor area of any building or combination of buildings located does not
exceed 2,787m2
.
No individual business shall occupy a GFA of more than 370m2
except for Health Facilities,
Major/Minor and Offices, Major/Minor where these uses are listed as a permitted use in the land use
district.
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS CENTRE, MAJOR means any group of commercial establishments planned,
constructed and managed by a single or a group of owners or tenants, either in a mall type-setting or
on a common site. Commercial Business Centres, Major must have:
1. Common and/or shared site access; and
2. Common and/or shared parking for customers and staff.
And includes:
a. Rental projects and conventional condominium developments, developed in accordance with
the Condominium Property Act;
b. A site where the gross floor area of any building or combination of buildings, excluding a
supermarket within a Commercial Business Centre, Minor, exceeds 4,645 m2
.
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS CENTRE, MINOR means any group of commercial establishments planned,
constructed and managed by a single or a group of owners or tenants, either in a mall type-setting or
on a common site. Commercial Business Centres, Minor must have:
1. Common and/or shared site access; and
2. Common and/or shared parking for customers and staff, and include rental projects and
conventional condominium developments, developed in accordance with the Condominium
Property Act.
And includes a site where the gross floor area of any building or combination of buildings, does not
exceed 4,645m2
, or 7,432m2
in conjunction with a supermarket.
No individual business shall occupy a GFA of more than 745m2
, except a supermarket, which shall not
exceed a GFA at 4,645m2
, or a Health Service Facilities, Major/Minor and Offices, Major/Minor where
these uses are listed as a permitted use in the land use district.
COMMERCIAL ENTERTAINMENT FACILITY means a privately owned indoor facility or development
operated for financial gain in which the public participates in and/or views an activity for
entertainment/social purposes. Commercial Entertainment Facilities may offer food and beverages for
sale to the patrons and may be licensed by the Province of Alberta for the on-site consumption of
alcohol. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, they may include movie theatres, live
theatres, dinner theatres, dancing and cabaret entertainment, amusement arcades with mechanical
and/or electronic games, billiard or pool halls, and excludes an adult entertainment facility, bingo hall,
casino, or late night club. City of Grande Prairie Page 7 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
COMMERCIAL RECREATION FACILITY, INDOOR means a privately owned indoor facility or
development operated for financial gain in which the public participate in recreational and/or sporting
activities for a fee. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include health/fitness
centres, bowling alleys, indoor racquet courts, indoor driving ranges, indoor golf/ mini-golf courses,
and indoor paintball, and excludes an adult entertainment facility, a casino, or a bingo hall.
COMMERCIAL RECREATION FACILITY, OUTDOOR means a privately owned outdoor facility or
development operated for financial gain in which the public participate in recreational and/or sporting
activities for a fee. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, may include outdoor racquet
courts, outdoor driving ranges, golf/ mini-golf courses, campsites, ski hills, go-cart tracks, batting
cages, and outdoor paintball, and excludes an adult entertainment facility, a casino, or a bingo hall.
COMMERCIAL SCHOOL means a development used for training and instruction in specific trades,
occupations, skills or services for the financial gain of the owner or operator of the development.
Typical uses include but are not limited to secretarial, business, driver training, hairdressing, beauty
culture, dancing, music and academic tutoring schools.
COMMERCIAL STORAGE means a self-contained building or group of buildings containing lockers
available for rent for the storage of goods.
COMMITTEE means the standing Committee of Council that is designated as the Development
Authority in accordance with the Procedure Bylaw. The Infrastructure and Economic Development
Committee is the currently designated Development Authority, which may be subject to change in
accordance with the Procedure Bylaw.
(Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
COMMUNITY OUTREACH FACILITY means a development operated by a government or a registered
not-for-profit organization for the purpose of providing services for the health and wellness of the
community. Typical primary uses include but are not limited to individual and family support
programs, drop-in centers, crisis intervention and training, community education programs, daytime
shelters, counselling services, social services, and physical or mental health services on an outpatient
basis. This use may include accessory office functions. These facilities may offer limited overnight
shelter as a temporary use when there is not sufficient capacity in Emergency Shelter facilities to meet
community needs.
(Bylaw C-1260-111 - April 6, 2020)
COMMUNITY RECREATION FACILITY means a publicly owned development providing facilities that are
available to the public for sports and recreational activities conducted indoors and/or outdoors.
Typical uses include indoor/outdoor swimming pools, hockey rinks, gymnasiums, sports fields, outdoor
tennis courts, unenclosed ice surfaces or rinks, athletic fields, boating facilities, bowling greens, riding
stables and fitness trails. These facilities may be owned and/or operated by registered non-profit
organisations.
COMMUNITY SERVICE FACILITY means a development for use by the public or public groups for
cultural or community activities. Typical uses include museums, libraries, YMCA, tourist
information/interpretive centres and multipurpose facilities and public and private clubs.
COMPLETION OF DEVELOPMENT means the completion of all development and activity to which the
development permit relates; including but not limited to site servicing, the interior and exterior of all
buildings and structures, landscaping, paved vehicle access and parking areas, walkways, signs; and
includes commencement of the authorized use or uses.
(Bylaw C-1260-93 - July 16, 2018)
CONDOMINIUM means a building or lot containing bare land units or other units as defined in the
Condominium Property Act. City of Grande Prairie Page 8 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
CONDOMINIUM, BARE LAND means a lot containing bare land units with no buildings or
improvements at the time of the preparation of the Condominium Plan as defined in the
Condominium Property Act.
CONSOLIDATED LOTS means two (2) or more parcels combined into one (1) lot.
CONSOLIDATED TITLES means the titles of two (2) or more parcels of land have been combined onto
one (1) certificate of title.
CONTENTIOUS USE means any land use that, due to its size, nature, or location, may, in the opinion of
the Development Authority, be incompatible with uses on adjacent lands or is anticipated to have a
detrimental inter-municipal or neighbourhood impact. Such impacts may include, but are not limited
to, noise, emissions, traffic generation, odours, nuisance, servicing demands, presence of dangerous
goods or hazardous materials, or other environmental concerns. For the purpose of this definition, a
Contentious Use may include, but is not limited to, tanneries, sawmills, intensive livestock operations,
natural resource extraction industries (including sour gas wells), agricultural industries, auction
markets, major/minor eating and drinking establishments and similar uses.
CONTRACTOR, LIMITED means a development used for the provision of electrical, plumbing, heating,
painting, catering and other contractor services and the accessory sales of goods normally associated
with the contractor services where all materials are kept within an enclosed building.
CONTRACTOR, GENERAL means a development used for commercial and industrial service support
and construction, including but not limited to oilfield support services, laboratories, cleaning and
maintenance contractors, building construction, surveying, landscaping, concrete, electrical,
excavation, drilling, heating, plumbing, paving, road construction, sewer or similar services of a
construction nature which require on-site storage space for materials, mobile equipment or vehicles
normally associated with the contractor service. Any sales, display, office or technical support service
areas shall be accessory to the principal general contractor use.
CORNER VISIBILITY TRIANGLE means the triangular area formed on a corner parcel by the two (2) curb
lines and a straight line, which intersects them 6.0m from the corner where they meet.
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
COUNCIL means the Municipal Council of the City of Grande Prairie.
DANGEROUS GOODS means a product, substance or organism listed in the Dangerous Goods
Transportation and Handling Act.
DATING AND ESCORT SERVICE means any business activity that offers to provide or does provide
introductions from a person or persons to another person or persons for a period of companionship of
short duration, for which service or introduction a fee is charged or imposed for each occasion
companionship is provided or an introduction is made.
DECK, COVERED means a deck that has a solid roof, and excludes a pergola.
DECK, ENCLOSED ABOVE means a deck that has two (2) or more solid walls above the decking,
excluding the attached house.
DECK, ENCLOSED BELOW means a deck that has two (2) or more solid walls below the decking. The
wall of an attached house is not included in this count. City of Grande Prairie Page 9 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
DECK, LOW LEVEL means a deck that does not exceed 0.6m measured from finished grade to the
finished floor height, as illustrated below, and excludes sidewalks, patios, paving stones or the like
located at grade.
DECK, RAISED means a deck that is greater than 0.6m measured from finished grade to the finished
floor height.
DESIGNATED OFFICER means a person appointed to a position as established under the Municipal
Government Act.
(Bylaw C-1260-27 - April 20, 2015)
DETENTION FACILITY means a development used to hold, confine or to provide regulated or
temporary residential facilities for minors or adults either awaiting trial on criminal charges or as part
of the disposition of criminal charges or released from custody under the supervision of the National
Parole Board, a parole or probation officer or similar authority. Typical uses are a remand centre, jail,
or halfway house.
DEVELOPMENT means:
1. An excavation or stockpile and the creation of either of them;
2. A building or an addition to or replacement or repair of a building and the construction or placing
of any of them in, on, over or under land;
3. A change of use of land or a building or an act done in relation to land or a building that results in
or is likely to result in a change in the use of the land or building; or,
4. A change in intensity of use of land or a building or an act done in relation to land or a building
that results in or is likely to result in a change in the intensity of use of the land or building.
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT means an agreement between a developer or owner and the City that
defines the terms and conditions under which a development must be carried out in accordance to the
Municipal Government Act as amended.
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY means the Development Officer, the designated standing Committee of
Council, or Council as the case may be.
(Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
DEVELOPMENT OFFICER means the person appointed to the office established by this Bylaw. City of Grande Prairie Page 10 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT OR PERMIT means a document authorizing the commencement of a
development pursuant to the provisions of this Bylaw.
DISCRETIONARY USE means the use of land or of a building that is listed in the column captioned
Discretionary Uses in a table of uses for a land use district in this Bylaw, and for which a development
permit may be issued.
DISPATCH OFFICE means a development that provides dispatch, administrative and managerial tasks
associated with the operation of a taxi service, including receiving telephone calls, dispatching drivers
via telecommunications, bookkeeping, and other administrative tasks and are strictly office in nature.
DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT, MAJOR means the use of a building or portion of a building where liquor
is sold for consumption on the premises or off the site, where a licence is issued for the sale of liquor
that prohibits minors on the premises at any time. It may include the preparation and sale of food for
consumption on the premises. It has an area of 300m2
or greater and may have a maximum area of
10m2
for the purpose of providing entertainment such as a dance floor, a live music and performance
stage, or for recorded music. Typical uses include dance clubs, cabarets, nightclubs, sports bars and
lounges.
DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT, MINOR means the use of a building or portion of a building where liquor
is sold for consumption on the premises or off the site, where a licence is issued for the sale of liquor
that prohibits minors on the premises at any time. It may include the preparation and sale of food for
consumption on the premises. It has an area of less than 300m2
and may have a maximum area of
10m2
for the purpose of providing entertainment such as a dance floor, a live music and performance
stage, or for recorded music. Typical uses include neighbourhood pubs and bars, wine bars and
lounges.
DRIVEWAY means a private road that provides vehicle access from a lot or site to a public road.
DRIVE THROUGH BUSINESS means a development designed to serve customers remaining in their
vehicles.
DRY CLEANING PLANT means an establishment where clothing and other personal effects are cleaned
chemically.
DUPLEX means development consisting of a building containing only two (2) Dwellings, with one (1)
dwelling placed over the other in whole or in part, or with back to back orientation. Each dwelling has
an individual and separate access. This use does not include Secondary Suites or Semi-Detached
Dwellings.
(Bylaw C-1260-40 - July 13, 2015)
DWELLING UNIT OR DWELLING means a complete building or self-contained portion of a building
used by a household, containing sleeping, cooking and sanitary facilities intended as a permanent
residence and having an independent entrance either directly from the outside of the building or
through a common area inside the building.
DWELLING UNIT, SUPPORTED means a unit within an Apartment Building, Mixed-Use Apartment
Building, or Multi-Attached Dwelling that is:
1. Provided in conjunction with one or more of the following supports:
a. Reduced rental rate or subsidy;
b. Professional supports and supervision for behavioral health challenges. Behavioral health
refers to mental health and behaviors related to health outcomes. This may include, but is not
limited to supports for challenges such as depression, anger management, social re-
integration, and addictions; and/or
c. Professional supports for residents who have physical or cognitive health issues and who
require professional care and supervision to perform daily living tasks, or to exit safely in case
of an emergency event.
2. In a development that also contains regular Dwelling Units; and City of Grande Prairie Page 11 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
3. On a property zoned DC-14 or another Direct Control District to allow for consideration of the
unique character of the proposed development. This may include consideration of the land use
needs and impacts associated with proposed supported or affordable housing, such as reduced
need for parking, need for proximity to transit and the potential need for supports on-site or in
close proximity.
This use is not a Residential Support Home or Group Home.
(Bylaw C-1260-23-December 14, 2015 and Bylaw C-1260-111-April 6, 2020)
EDUCATION, PRIVATE means a development maintained and operated principally at private expense
which may or may not offer courses of study equivalent to those offered in a public, and includes
dormitory and accessory buildings. It does not include commercial schools.
EDUCATION, PUBLIC means a development that is publicly supported and involves public assembly for
education, training or instruction purposes, and includes dormitories and the administration offices
required for the provision of such services on the same site. Typical uses include but are not limited to
public and separate schools, community colleges, universities, and technical and vocational schools.
This use does not include private education developments and commercial schools.
EMERGENCY SHELTER means an establishment providing temporary accommodation to individuals
who are in immediate need of emergency accommodation on an overnight basis. This use:
1. Requires a Direct Control District for the proposed development;
2. May include a combination of rooms and dormitories;
3. May include apartment units for transitional housing;
4. May include sobering facilities, but does not include treatment for an addiction;
5. May offer health, education, and other programs and services to the population that the use
serves;
6. May provide a food preparation, kitchen or eating area for the staff or population that the use
serves; and
7. Has staff providing supervision of the people being accommodated at all times that the facility
operates.
(Bylaw C-1260-111 - April 6, 2020)
EQUIPMENT RENTAL AND REPAIR means a development used for the rental and repair of tools,
appliances, recreational craft, office machines, furniture, home appliances, light construction
equipment, or similar items, but does not include the rental or repair of motor vehicles or industrial
equipment.
ESSENTIAL PUBLIC SERVICE means a development that is necessary for the continued health, safety,
or welfare of the residents of the City. This includes fire stations, ambulance services, police stations,
and similar facilities.
EXTENDED MEDICAL TREATMENT SERVICES means development providing room, board, and surgical
or other medical treatment for the sick, injured or infirm including out-patient services and accessory
staff residences. Typical Uses include hospitals, convalescent homes, psychiatric hospitals, auxiliary
hospitals, and detoxification centres.
EXTENSIVE AGRICULTURE means those agricultural operations producing crops or livestock that
require large tracts of land but does not include intensive livestock or intensive agricultural
operations.
EXTENSIVE RECREATION means uses which locate in areas to take advantage of natural physical
features and to provide for non-facility oriented recreational activities such as hunting, trail riding,
snowmobiling, hiking, cross-country skiing, rustic camping and similar uses.
FAMILY/FAST FOOD RESTAURANT means a development where food and non-alcoholic beverages are
offered for sale to the public, and consumption within the premises, take-out service, drive through
service or a combination thereof. City of Grande Prairie Page 12 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
FARMERS/FLEA MARKET means a development used for the sale of new or used goods and food
products by multiple vendors renting tables and space in an enclosed building or designated outdoor
venue. Vendors may vary from day to day, although the general layout of space to be rented remains
the same. Such operations are usually of a seasonal nature.
FENCE means a structure which may be used to prevent or restrict passage, for sound attenuation,
yard décor, and for protection from dust or the elements, to provide visual screening, or to mark a
property line.
FENCE, SOLID SCREEN means a fence that provides a visual and/or noise attenuation barrier, is
constructed of wood, brick stone, vinyl or reinforced concrete products, and excludes a chain link
fence with slats.
FINANCIAL BUILDING means a building or portion of a building used primarily for the banking or
lending of money.
FLEET SERVICE means a development using a fleet of vehicles for the delivery of people, goods, or
services, where such vehicles are not available for sale or long-term lease. This includes, taxi services,
bus lines, messenger and courier services, but does not include moving or cartage firms involving
trucks with a gross vehicle weight of more than 3,000 kg.
FLOOD PLAIN means the area of land along a river, stream, or creek that is potentially at risk of
flooding from time to time.
FLOOR AREA RATIO (FAR) means the numerical value obtained by dividing the Gross Floor Area of all
buildings on a site, excluding parking structures, by the total area of the site.
FUNERAL, CREMATORY AND INTERMENT SERVICES means development used for the preparation of
the dead for burial, the purification and reduction of the human body by heat and the keeping of
bodies other than in a cemetery and the holding of associated services. Typical Uses include funeral
homes, funeral chapels, crematoriums, mausoleums and columbariums.
GARAGE means an accessory building or part of the principal building designed and used primarily for
the storage of non-commercial motor vehicles.
(Bylaw C-1260-4 - December 9, 2013)
GARAGE, 3-CAR means a garage that is 8.5m wide or larger.
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
GARAGE SUITE means a self-contained accessory dwelling unit located in the same building as a
detached Garage that has an entrance separate from the vehicle entrance to the detached garage,
either from a common indoor landing or directly from the exterior of the structure. A garage suite can
only be located on the same site as a single detached dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 13 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
GAS BAR means a retail outlet that is limited to the sale of gasoline and related automotive products,
and may include a Retail Convenience Store. This may include the storage of liquid propane gas (LPG)
in an amount of 10,000L or less, stored in a horizontal tank less than 1.9m high.
GENERAL INDUSTRIAL means the following activities:
1. The processing of raw or finished materials;
2. The manufacturing or assembly of goods, products or equipment;
3. The storage or transhipping of materials, goods and equipment;
4. The training of personnel in general industrial operations; or
5. The cleaning, servicing, repairing or testing of materials, goods and equipment normally
associated with industrial or commercial businesses or cleaning, servicing and repair of goods and
equipment associated with personal or household use, where such operations have impacts that
would make them incompatible in non-industrial districts.
It may include any indoor display, office, technical or administrative support areas or any sales
operation accessory to the general industrial uses.
GOVERNMENT SERVICE means a development providing Crown Corporation, or municipal, provincial
or federal government services directly to the public. Typical uses include but are not limited to
taxation offices, courthouses, postal stations, manpower and employment offices, and social service
offices, which result in a significant client visitation, and excludes Essential Public Services, detention
and correction services and private and public education development.
GRADE means the average elevation at the finished level of the ground at the corners of a lot, site or
at the foundation or as otherwise established by the City from time to time.
GREENHOUSE means development for the growing, acclimating, propagating, harvesting, displaying
and selling of bedding, household, and ornamental plants and may include accessory uses related to
the storing, displaying, and selling of gardening, nursery and related products.
GROSS FLOOR AREA (GFA) means the total area of each floor of a building whether located above, at
or below grade, excluding areas used exclusively for parking, mechanical/electrical equipment,
common laundry and storage lockers, and common areas such as stairways, halls and corridors.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016)
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT (GVW) means the total weight of a vehicle and its maximum allowable load.
GROUP HOME means a development using a Dwelling Unit to provide housing for up to six (6)
residents for the purpose of facilitating supports for the behavioral health of those residents. A Group
Home:
1. Is housing provided in conjunction with professional supports and supervision for behavioral
health challenges. Behavioral health refers to mental health and behaviors related to health
outcomes. This may include, but is not limited to supports for challenges such as depression,
anger management, social re-integration, and addictions;
2. Has any required authorization, licensing or certification from a provincial authority that is
applicable;
3. Has associated support programming provided on-site or at another location;
4. Has the character of a single housekeeping group where occupants live together and use a
common kitchen; and
5. May incorporate accommodation for resident staff. Resident staff are counted in the maximum
occupancy of six (6) residents.
This use does not include Residential Support Home, or Residential Care Facility.
(Bylaw C-1260-111 - April 6, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 14 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
HANGAR AND TERMINAL FACILITY means a development, which provides services to aircraft, aircraft
passengers and air freight usually located adjacent to the runway. Services provided within these
facilities may include but not be limited to airport operations and administration, food and personal
services, freight and baggage handling, aircraft maintenance and repair and vehicle rental.
HARD SURFACING means asphalt, concrete, paving stone or similar material but not gravel
satisfactory to the Development Authority that is used in the construction of a driveway or parking
area.
HEALTH FACILITY, MAJOR means a development used for the provision of physical and mental health
services on an outpatient basis other than a Health Facility, Minor. Services may be of a preventative,
diagnostic, treatment, therapeutic, rehabilitative or counselling nature. Typical uses include walk-in
medical and dental offices and diagnostic services.
HEALTH FACILITY, MINOR means a development used for the provision of physical and mental health
services on an outpatient basis. Services may be of a preventative, diagnostic, treatment, therapeutic,
rehabilitative or counselling nature, however, the number of facility staff shall not exceed five ,
including professional, technical and administrative staff. Typical uses include medical and dental
offices, and diagnostic services.
HEIGHT means the maximum vertical distance between average finished grade and the highest point
of a building that is not a stairway access to a roof, ventilating fan, skylight, steeple, chimney, smoke
stack, firewall, parapet wall, flag pole, or similar device not structurally essential to the building.
HIGH VISIBILITY CORRIDOR means high visibility transportation corridors that carry large volumes of
traffic and may result in a significant impression of the City. Highway 43, the north half of 116 Street
located between Highway 43/100 Avenue and the north City boundary, Wapiti Road and Resources
Road are High Visibility Corridors.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016)
HOME BUSINESS means the secondary use of a principal dwelling, or combination of a principal
dwelling and an accessory building, in a residential neighbourhood to conduct a business activity by at
least one (1) permanent resident of the dwelling.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
HOME OFFICE means the secondary use of a principal building by only the permanent
resident/residents of the dwelling to conduct a business activity that does not require client visits to
the residence and may involve limited delivery or storage of goods or supplies.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
HOSPITAL means an institutional development used to provide in-patient and out-patient health care
and include a community health centre and a full service hospital. City of Grande Prairie Page 15 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
HOTEL means a development used for the provision of rooms or suites for temporary sleeping
accommodation where the rooms have access from a common interior corridor and may be equipped
with individual kitchen facilities, and may include accessory eating and drinking establishments,
meeting rooms, personal service shops, and general retail shops.
INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS CENTRE means a building containing a group of industrial business
establishments planned, constructed and managed by a single or a group of owners or tenants on a
common site allowing for rental projects and conventional condominium developments, developed in
accordance with the Condominium Property Act. Industrial Business Centres have common and/or
shared site access, common and/or shared parking for customers and staff.
INTENSIVE AGRICULTURE means a commercial agricultural operation other than a Confined Feeding
Operation that, due to the nature of the operation, requires up to 32 ha. Without restricting the
generality of the foregoing, this use includes greenhouses, market gardens, sod farms, bee keeping,
tree farms, horse holding areas, and kennels, but does not include a dwelling unit.
LANDSCAPING means the modification and enhancement of a site through the use of any or all of the
following elements:
1. Soft landscaping consisting of vegetation such as trees, shrubs, hedges, grass and ground cover;
2. Hard landscaping consisting of non-vegetative materials such as brick, stone, rock, tile, and wood,
excluding monolithic concrete or asphalt.
3. Permeable surface landscaping means any surface treatment that allows water to drain into the
ground beneath. Some hard landscaping treatments may be accepted as permeable surface
landscaping, such as decorative stone with a diameter of 1” or larger, at the Development
Authority’s discretion.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015 and Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
LAND USE DISTRICT or DISTRICT means an area of the City established as a land use district by this
Bylaw.
LANDING means an amenity area of wood frame or other construction which is attached to a dwelling.
A landing is no greater than 1.5m² and is generally at the top or bottom of a set of stairs. A landing
does not require a development permit.
LANE means an alley as defined in the Traffic Safety Act.
LATE NIGHT CLUB means any premises or part thereof, the primary purpose of which is to host regular
dances, entertainment performances or other events where:
1. No alcohol or alcoholic beverages are available on the premises for consumption or sale;
2. 20 or more patrons are assembled at any time between 2:00 am and 6:00 am;
3. The events are held for the purpose of gain or profit;
4. Tickets are sold or an entrance or attendance fee is charged for persons to attend; and,
5. Music, noise or sound of any kind or source, including but not limited to the performing or playing
of live music, amplified recorded or computer generated sounds.
LIQUOR STORE means a retail store licensed to sell liquor to the public, including wine and beer
stores.
LOADING SPACE means a space provided on a site to accommodate a commercial vehicle on a
temporary basis for loading or unloading of goods and materials.
LOT means:
1. A quarter section;
2. A settlement lot shown on an official plan, as defined in the Surveys Act that is filed in a land titles
office;
3. A part of a parcel of land described in a certificate of title if the boundaries of the part are
described in the certificate of title other than by reference to a legal subdivision; or, City of Grande Prairie Page 16 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
4. A part of a parcel of land described in a certificate of title if the boundaries of the part are
described in a certificate of title by reference to a plan of subdivision.
LOT AREA means the area of a lot.
LOT, CORNER means a lot located at the intersection of two (2) public roads, other than lanes, where
at least one (1) vehicle is required to stop, yield or otherwise give right-of-way.
LOT, INSIDE CORNER means a lot that has public roadways adjacent to the Front and Side lot lines on
which vehicles are not required to stop, yield or otherwise give the right-of-way.
LOT, DEPTH means the horizontal distance between the Front and Rear Lot Lines of a site.
LOT, THROUGH means a lot that abuts two (2) parallel public roads, not including lanes.
LOT LINE, FRONT means the lot line separating a lot from an abutting public road other than a Lane. In
the case of a Corner Lot, the Front Line is the shorter of the lot lines abutting a public road.
LOT LINE, REAR means either the lot line which is furthest from and opposite the Front Lot Line, or,
where there is no such lot line, the point of intersection of any lot lines other than a Front Lot Line
which is furthest from and opposite the Front Lot Line.
LOT LINE, SIDE means the lot line other than a Front Lot Line or Rear Lot Line. City of Grande Prairie Page 17 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
LOT LINE, ZERO means a form of residential development in which dwellings are located on one (1) or
more lot lines with no yard between the building and the lot line.
LOT WIDTH means the horizontal distance between the side boundaries of the lot measured at a
distance from the Front Lot Line equal to the minimum required Front Yard as identified in the
appropriate district. For pie-shaped or other similar irregularly shaped lots, the Lot Width shall be
determined by the distance measured nine (9) metres perpendicular to and at the mid-point of the
Front Lot Line between the Side Lot Lines as shown in the figure below. The arc length measured at
the curb shall not be less than 70% of the required minimum Lot Width.
MANUFACTURED HOME means a prefabricated detached dwelling unit that meets Canadian
Standards Association (CSA) Z240 and A277 standards, and meets the requirements of the Alberta
Building Code. This definition applies to both single section and multi-section models, but does not
apply to modular homes, recreational vehicles or industrial camp trailers.
MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY means a development on a site under one (1) ownership and
managed by the owner or the owner’s agent. It is designed to accommodate numerous manufactured
homes on leased lots in a community setting.
MICROBREWERY, MICRO-WINERY AND MICRO-DISTILLERY means a facility licensed by the Alberta
Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC), where beer, wine, spirits or other alcoholic beverages are
made on the premises and then sold or distributed and does not produce any odour that is noticeable
outside the building. This use shall be approved only in conjunction with a Drinking Establishment,
Major or Minor, Liquor Store, Restaurant, Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Major or Minor, or
Retail Store, General. This use does not include Brewery, Distillery and Winery.
(Bylaw C-1260-20-Dec 15, 2014, Bylaw C-1260-79-Feb 25, 2019 and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
MIXED USE APARTMENT BUILDING means a vertical apartment-style building including commercial,
retail, or institutional use(s) and three (3) or more dwelling units (or “dwelling unit, supported” if listed
in the applicable district), and having:
1. the same land use district for all uses within the building;
2. only residential uses located above the second floor;
3. commercial, retail, or institutional uses located with street-side frontage (facing and visible from
the street); and
4. dwelling units and commercial, retail, and institutional uses which may have shared building
entrance or access and facilities (e.g. service entrances, parking areas, ground floor hallways,
elevators, stairwells, shared main building entry). However, dwelling units entry or access shall
not be through a commercial, retail, or institutional development.
(Bylaw C-1260-23 - December 14, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 18 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
MIXED Use Apartment Building, Up to 2 Units means a commercial, retail, or institutional use and up
to two (2) dwelling units (or “dwelling unit, supported” if listed in the applicable district). Commercial,
retail, or institutional uses shall be located primarily on the ground floor, but may also occupy other
portions of the building. The apartment(s) may have shared or separate entrance facilities; however,
access to any apartment shall not be through the commercial, retail, or institutional space. On the
ground floor, the residential uses shall not occupy the primary frontage; these spaces shall be reserved
for the commercial, retail, or institutional uses.
(Bylaw C-1260-76 - September 5, 2017)
MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT means a development that is designed to accommodate more than one
(1) type of use on a single site.
MODULAR CONSTRUCTION means a prefabricated or factory built building or section of a building,
without a chassis, running gear or wheels, which may be stacked horizontally or vertically and
completed to form one (1) or more complete units for year round occupancy, and excludes a
Manufactured Home.
MOTEL means a development for the provision of rooms or suites for temporary lodging or light
housekeeping, where each room or suite has its own exterior access. It may include accessory eating
and drinking establishments.
MULTI-ATTACHED DWELLING means a residential building containing three (3) or more dwelling units
separated by common walls and located either on a single site or each unit on a separate individual
lot, each dwelling unit having at least one (1) separate entrance. This definition applies to forms of
housing that include, but are not limited to, townhouses, street oriented townhouses, row houses,
triplexes and fourplexes.
MUNICIPAL TAG means a tag whereby the person alleged to have committed a breach of provision of
this bylaw is given the opportunity to pay a voluntary penalty to the City in lieu of prosecution for an
offence.
NON-CONFORMING BUILDING means a building:
1. That is lawfully constructed or lawfully under construction at the date a land use bylaw affecting
the building or the land on which the building is situated becomes effective; and
2. That on the date the land use bylaw becomes effective does not, or when constructed will not,
comply with the land use bylaw.
NON-CONFORMING USE means a lawful specific use:
1. Being made of land or a building or intended to be made of a building lawfully under construction
at the date a land use bylaw affecting the land or building becomes effective; and,
2. That on the date the land use bylaw becomes effective does not, or in the case of a building under
construction will not comply with this Bylaw.
OFFICE, MAJOR means a building that provides professional, management, administrative, consulting,
and similar office and business support services, and financial services. It does not include a
government service or health facility.
OFFICE, MINOR means a building development that provides professional, management,
administrative, consulting, and similar office and business support services, and financial services,
where the number of staff shall not exceed five, including professional, technical and administrative
staff. It does not include a Health Facility, Major or Minor or Government Service.
OILFIELD SUPPORT means a development that provides cleaning, servicing, repairing or testing of
materials, goods and equipment normally associated with the oil and gas industry and may include the
storage or transhipping of such materials, goods and equipment, including petrochemical products
and supplies. This definition applies to oil and gas industry support operations and includes, but is not
limited to, seismic and surveying, well servicing, oilfield haulers, pipeline contractors and welding
operations. City of Grande Prairie Page 19 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
OUTDOOR STORAGE FACILITY means a site exclusively utilized for the storage of goods or materials or
equipment. Un-serviced buildings or structures are considered accessory buildings. Typical uses
include vehicle or heavy equipment storage compounds, or pipe yards.
OUTLINE PLAN means a detailed land use plan approved by Council. Outline Plans are typically done
at quarter section level and conform to an approved Area Structure Plan.
PATIO means an outdoor amenity area constructed at grade. A patio does not require a development
permit.
PARK means land developed for public recreational activities that do not require major buildings or
facilities, and includes picnic areas, playgrounds, pedestrian and bicycle paths, landscaped areas and
associated public washrooms.
PARKING LOT OR BUILDING means a development intended to accommodate vehicle parking.
PARKING STALL means that portion of a parking lot or building that is intended to accommodate a
vehicle.
PEACE OFFICER means any member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, a Peace Officer and a
Bylaw Enforcement Officer of the City.
PERMANENT SUPPORTED HOUSING means a facility providing residential accommodation in addition
to continuous on-site professional care and supervision to persons whose cognitive or behavioral
health needs require increased levels of service. The structure may require enhanced safety and
security controls such as entrances and exits under the exclusive control of the staff, secured rooms,
windows or doors, and fences. This use requires a Direct Control District.
This use does not include Extended Medical Treatment Services.
(Bylaw C-1260-111 - April 6, 2020)
PERMITTED USE means the use of land or of a building, which is listed in the column, captioned
Permitted Uses in a table of uses for a land use districts in this Bylaw, and for which a development
permit may be issued.
PERSONAL CARE SERVICE means the provision of a service to a person that is related to the care and
appearance of the body or the cleaning and repair of personal effects, and includes such uses as
hairdressers, esthetician, tattooing, seamstress or tailors and massage therapy by a Certified Massage
Therapist, but does not include health services.
PERSONAL SERVICE FACILITY means a development used for the provision of personal services to an
individual which are related to the care and appearance of the body, or the cleaning and repair of
personal effects and includes such uses as hairdresser, esthetician and beauty salons, tanning salons,
tattoo and piercing parlours, seamstress and tailor shops, shoe repair shops, Laundromat, dry cleaning
outlets (for pick up only), but does not include; health services, general retail businesses, dry cleaning
plants or adult entertainment facilities.
PORCH means an entrance structure typically attached to the front or sides of a residential dwelling at
the ground floor entry level, consisting of a roof and floor, where the front and sides of the structure
are enclosed by solid walls and/or windows.
PRINCIPAL BUILDING or USE means a building or use that, in the opinion of the Development
Authority, is the main purpose for which the building or site is ordinarily used.
PUBLIC ROAD means the right-of-way for a highway, street, or lane that is registered at the Land Titles
Office and is used or intended to be used to accommodate vehicular traffic.
PUBLIC UTILITY means a system or works used to provide one (1) or more of the following for public
consumption, benefit, convenience or use:
1. Telecommunications;
2. Water or steam;
3. Irrigation; City of Grande Prairie Page 20 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
4. Fuel;
5. Electric power;
6. Heat;
7. Sewage disposal;
8. Drainage;
9. Waste management;
and includes the thing that is provided for public consumption, benefit, convenience or use.
PUBLIC UTILITY LOT means a lot owned by the City that may accommodate one (1) or more public
utilities.
QUEUE means a line of waiting people or vehicles.
QUEUING SPACE means the space designated for the temporary storage of a motor vehicle waiting in
a queue where the operator of the vehicle does not leave the vehicle unattended.
RAIL YARD means an area used and operated by a rail company for rail related activities.
RADIOCOMMUNICATION AND BROADCASTING ANTENNA FACILITY means an antenna system,
including masts, towers and supporting structures, for the purpose of transmitting or receiving
telephone, television, radio, internet or other electronic communications and which is regulated by
Industry Canada, and excludes Satellite and Amateur Radio Antennae.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, LARGE means a vehicle or portable structure exceeding 6.1m in overall
length, excluding the hitch assembly. They are designed to be carried on a motor vehicle, towed
behind a motor vehicle, or designed and built to be transported on its own wheels, to provide
temporary living accommodation for travel and/or for recreational purposes. This includes such
vehicles as motor homes, fifth wheel trailers and holiday trailers, but does not include a manufactured
home.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, SMALL means a vehicle or portable structure up to 6.1m in overall length,
excluding the hitch assembly. They are designed to be carried on a motor vehicle, towed behind a
motor vehicle, or designed and built to be transported on its own wheels, to provide temporary living
accommodation for travel and/or for recreational purposes. This includes such vehicles as tent
trailers, truck campers and recreational vehicles such as ATV’s, snowmobiles and boats.
RECREATION VEHICLE STORAGE means an outdoor storage facility used specifically for seasonal or
temporary storage of cars, trucks, and recreation vehicles.
RECYCLING DEPOT means a development used for the buying and temporary storage of bottles, cans,
tetrapaks, newspapers and similar goods for reuse where all storage is contained within an enclosed
building or site, and excludes salvage yards.
RELIGIOUS ASSEMBLY means a development including any meeting halls used for spiritual worship
and related religious, charitable, educational or social activities, but does not include a school.
RESERVE LAND means a municipal, school, municipal-school, or environmental reserve that has been
dedicated in accordance with the Municipal Government Act as amended.
RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY means an extended or congregate care facility for residents who have
physical or cognitive health issues and who require daily or frequent professional care and supervision
to perform daily living tasks, or to exit safely in case of an emergency event. This includes but is not
limited to seniors’ lodges and nursing homes.
This use does not include Group Home, Permanent Supported Housing or Residential Support Home.
(Bylaw C-1260-111 - April 6, 2020)
RESIDENTIAL CONVERSION means a development located in a Residential District that involves the
transformation of a single detached dwelling for use as an Office, Minor or Health Facility, Minor, but
does not include a Home Business.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 21 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
RESIDENTIAL SALES CENTRE means a temporary building used for a limited period of time for the
purpose of marketing residential land and buildings.
RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT HOME - TYPE 1 means a development using a Dwelling Unit to provide
housing for up to three (3) residents who have physical or cognitive health issues and who require
professional care and supervision to perform daily living tasks, or to exit safely in case of an
emergency event. A Residential Support Home - Type 1:
1. Has any required authorization, licensing or certification from a provincial authority that is applicable;
2. Has the character of a single housekeeping group where occupants live together and use a common
kitchen;
3. May provide meal and/or housekeeping services;
4. May incorporate accommodation for one resident staff person. Resident staff are not counted in the
maximum occupancy of three (3) residents; and
5. Does not require a development permit if it is within a dwelling with a valid development permit, as
per section 16.1.t of this Bylaw.
This use is not a Boarding House or Group Home.
(Bylaw C-1260-111 - April 6, 2020)
RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT HOME - TYPE 2 means a development using a Dwelling Unit to provide
housing for four (4) or more residents who have physical or cognitive health issues and who require
professional care and supervision to perform daily living tasks, or to exit safely in case of an
emergency event. A Residential Support Home - Type 2:
1. Has any required authorization, licensing or certification from a provincial authority that is applicable;
2. Has the character of a single housekeeping group where occupants live together and use a common
kitchen;
3. May provide meal and/or housekeeping services; and
4. May incorporate accommodation for resident staff.
This use is not a Boarding House or Group Home.
(Bylaw C-1260-111 - April 6, 2020)
RESTAURANT means a development where food and beverages are prepared and offered for sale to
the public, and may be licensed for the sale and on-site consumption of liquor and minors are not
prohibited from any portion of the establishment at any time during the hours of operation.
RESTAURANT & DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT, MAJOR means a development where food and
beverages are prepared and offered for sale to the public and where a license is issued for the sale of
liquor for consumption on the premises or off-site. Minors may be prohibited from a portion of the
development or during certain hours of operation. If minors are prohibited from a portion of the
establishment, such as in the case of a restaurant with a lounge, a form of physical separation
between the two spaces is required, to the Development Authority’s satisfaction. The development
has an area of 300m² or greater and may have a maximum area of 10m² for the purpose of providing
entertainment such as a dance floor, a live music and performance stage, or for recorded music.
(Bylaw C-1260-124 - October 19, 2020)
RESTAURANT & DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT, MINOR means a development where food and
beverages are prepared and offered for sale to the public and where a license is issued for the sale of
liquor for consumption on the premises or off site. Minors may be prohibited from a portion of the
development or during certain hours of operation. If minors are prohibited from a portion of the
establishment, such as in the case of a restaurant with a lounge, a form of physical separation
between the two spaces is required, to the Development Authority’s satisfaction. The development
has an area of less than 300m² and may have a maximum area of 10m² for the purpose of providing
entertainment such as a dance floor, a live music and performance stage, or for recorded music.
(Bylaw C-1260-124 - October 19, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 22 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
RETAIL STORE, CANNABIS means a development used for the retail sale, promotion, storage,
distribution or dispensing of cannabis or cannabis derived products. Incidental uses may include the
sale of associated consumer products.
(Bylaw C-1260-75 - August 8, 2017)
RETAIL STORE, CONVENIENCE means a development used for the retail sale of those goods required
by area residents on a day-to-day basis in an enclosed building which does not exceed 370m2
in gross
floor area. Typical uses include small food stores, drug stores, video sales and rentals, and variety
stores selling confectionery, tobacco, groceries, beverages, pharmaceutical, printed matter and
personal care items, but do not include an adult entertainment facility.
RETAIL STORE, GENERAL means a development used for the retail sale of goods entirely within an
enclosed building and excludes those uses that have a form of retail sales that are specifically defined
in this Bylaw.
(Bylaw C-1260-12 - June 30, 2014)
RETAIL STORE, SECOND-HAND means a development used for the retail sale of second-hand major
and minor household goods, including the refurbishing and repair of the goods being sold, and
includes but is not limited to the resale of items such as antiques, furniture, major appliances,
jewellery, stereos and musical instruments. It does not include the sale of used vehicles, construction
and industrial equipment, farmers/flea markets or auctioneering facilities.
SALVAGE YARD means land or buildings where motor vehicles, tires, and parts are disassembled,
repaired, stored or wrecked usually for parts or scrap metal re-sale.
SATELLITE ANTENNA means:
1. An antenna the purpose of which is to receive signals from orbiting satellites;
2. A low noise amplifier (LNA) situated at the focal point of the receiving component the purpose of
which is to magnify and transfer signals;
3. A cable the purpose of which is to transmit signals; and,
4. Other associated components.
SCREENING means a fence, berm or hedge or some combination thereof used to visually hide or
separate areas or uses.
SECONDARY SUITE means development consisting of a Dwelling located within, and Accessory to, a
Single Detached Dwelling. This use does not include Duplex or Semi-Detached Dwellings.
(Bylaw C-1260-40 - July 13, 2015)
SEMI-DETACHED DWELLING means two (2) dwelling units joined side by side with a common wall and
each dwelling unit has one (1) or more separate entrances.
SERVICE STATION means a development where the principal use is the retail sale of fuel and other
petroleum products and the minor servicing and repairs to automobiles and may include as an
accessory use the sale and installation of lubricants, tires, batteries, and similar parts and accessories,
a Restaurant or a retail convenience store, and exclude Automotive and Equipment Repair and Sales,
Major/Minor.
Total above ground storage of all fuels shall be 30,000 litres or less.
SETBACK means the distance that a development must be set back from a lot line or any other feature
of a site as specified by this Bylaw and is not a yard.
SHIPPING/STORAGE CONTAINER means a reusable container designed and constructed for storage or
the intermodal transportation of freight by sea, rail and truck.
SIGN means any structure, device, light or fixture, or any part thereof, used to identify, advertise or
attract attention to any person, object, product, event, place, organization, institution, development,
business, group, profession, enterprise or industry and is intended to be seen from on or off the site
where the sign is located. City of Grande Prairie Page 23 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
SINGLE DETACHED DWELLING means a building containing one (1) dwelling unit but does not include
a manufactured home.
SITE means an area of land consisting of one (1) or more abutting lots under single ownership or
control.
SITE COVERAGE means the ratio of the horizontal area measured from the exterior surface of the
exterior walls of the ground floor of all principal and accessory buildings or structures (including
verandas, porches, or Raised Decks) on a site to the total lot area. Such buildings and structures do
not include steps, eaves, cornices or Low Level Deck.
SITE WIDTH means the frontage width of a lot, or the total frontage width of a site.
SMALL WIND ENERGY SYSTEMS (SWES) means a wind energy conversion system consisting of a wind
turbine, a tower, and associated control or conversion electronics, which has a rated capacity that
does not exceed the allowable rated capacity of 3kW and which will be used primarily to reduce onsite
consumption of utility power.
SOLAR COLLECTOR means any device that is part of a system used to convert radiant energy from the
sun into thermal or electrical energy.
STORAGE YARD means a portion of a site utilized for the storage of goods, materials and/or
equipment. The use shall be accessory to the principal use of the site. This does not include an
Outdoor Storage Facility.
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020)
STOREY means that portion of a building which is situated between the top of any floor and the top of
the floor next above it, and if there is no floor above it, that portion between the top of a floor and the
ceiling above it. The floor of the first storey commences no greater than 2.1m above finished grade.
STRUCTURAL ALTERATION means any change to the roof, foundation or exterior walls of a structure
that results in the expansion of the usable floor area of a structure or reduces existing setback
distances.
STRUCTURE means anything constructed or erected, the use of which requires location on the ground
or attachment to something located on the ground not including pavements, curbs, walks, open air
surfaced areas and movable vehicles.
SUBDIVISION means the division of a parcel of land into one (1) or more smaller parcels by a plan of
subdivision or other instrument.
SUPERMARKET means a development in which the principal use is the sale of groceries and other food
items to the public. Incidental uses may include pharmaceutical sales and other consumer products.
SURVEILLANCE SUITE means a residential unit that is accessory to and incidental to the principal use
on the site of an industrial development. The unit may be developed within the principal building or in
a separate accessory building, the function of which is to provide surveillance for the maintenance and
safety of the development and excludes a Single Detached Dwelling.
TANDEM PARKING means a maximum of two (2) parking spaces, one (1) behind the other, with a
common or shared point of access to a street or lane.
(Bylaw C-1260-40 - July 13, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 24 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
TAXIDERMY means the art or operation of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of dead animals
for display.
TOP OF BANK means the line where the surrounding tableland is broken by a valley slope and forms
the valley crest as determined by a geotechnical engineer.
TRUCK AND/OR MANUFACTURED HOME SALES AND/OR RENTAL means a development used for the
retail sale or rental of new or used trucks exceeding 4,000 kg, motor homes, and manufactured homes
together with incidental maintenance services and the sale of parts and accessories.
UNENCLOSED STEPS means an entrance structure consisting of stairs and associated railings typically
attached to the front or side of a residential dwelling to provide ground floor entry.
USE means the purpose or activity for which a lot or buildings are designed, arranged, developed or
intended, or for which it is occupied or maintained.
UTILITY TRAILER means a portable structure, designed to be pulled by a motor vehicle, to allow for the
transport of goods and possessions, but is not to be used as temporary accommodation.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
VARIANCE means an alteration or change to a standard prescribed by this Bylaw that is authorized by
the Development Authority or the Board.
VEHICLE ORIENTED USE means a use that predominantly caters to vehicular traffic, including but not
limited to gas bars, service stations, drive-through financial institutions, drive-in/through food
services, drive-through vehicle services, car washes, and similar developments providing drive-in
services in which patrons generally remain within their vehicles.
VEHICLE WASH, MAJOR means a development providing automated/drive-through or individually
coin/time operated wand wash facilities for motor vehicles. Typically these facilities cater to large
vehicles including tractor and/or tractor-trailer units, large recreational vehicles or facilities for
washing of three (3) or more vehicles at any given time.
VEHICLE WASH, MINOR means a development providing automated/drive-through or individually
coin/time operated wand wash facilities for vehicles. Typically these facilities free standing or they are
located in conjunction with a gas bar or service station, and include any facility with two (2) or less
wash bays.
VERANDA means an entrance structure typically located at the front or sides of a residential Dwelling
at the ground floor entry level, consisting of a roof and floor, where the front and sides of the
structure remain open to the outside elements.
VIOLATION TICKET means a violation ticket as defined in the Provincial Offences Procedures Act
(Alberta).
WAREHOUSE, DISTRIBUTION AND/OR STORAGE means the use of a building and site primarily for the
keeping of goods and merchandise. It includes moving companies, trucking terminals and inter-modal
transfer areas.
WAREHOUSE SALES means the use of a large enclosed building where a range of consumer goods are
stored and displayed entirely within the building for wholesale or retail sales.
WASTE MANAGEMENT means a site used primarily for the storage, processing, treatment and
disposal of solid and liquid wastes, which may have adverse environmental impact on sites either
adjacent or in the vicinity by virtue of potential emissions and appearance. Typical uses include
sanitary landfills, garbage transfer and compacting stations, facilities for the recycling of materials,
incinerators, sewage lagoons, and similar uses.
XERISCAPING means a natural approach for constructing low maintenance, water efficient and
sustainable landscaping. It often includes, but is not limited to, the usage of xeric adapted plant
species, gravel gardens or rock gardens. Extensive use of rock or gravel is not considered xeriscaping.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 25 of 25 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
YARD means a part of a lot upon or over which no building or structure other than a boundary fence is
erected except for specifically permitted encroachments and accessory buildings.
YARD, FRONT means a yard extending across the full width of a lot and situated between the front lot
line and nearest exterior wall of the principal building.
YARD, REAR means a yard extending across the full width of a lot and situated between the rear lot
line and the nearest exterior wall of the principal building.
YARD, SIDE means a yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard and situated between a side
lot line and the nearest exterior wall of the principal building. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Three Development Authority
Section 11 Development Authority
11.1 The Development Authority shall be:
a. The Development Officer;
b. The standing committee of Council that is designated as the Development Authority in
accordance with the Procedure Bylaw; or
c. Council, where this Bylaw permits.
(Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
Section 12 Development Officer
12.1 The office of the Development Officer is established by this Bylaw.
12.2 The person or persons to fill the office of Development Officer shall be appointed by resolution
of Council.
12.3 The Development Officer shall:
a. Receive and process all applications for Development Permits;
b. Keep and maintain for inspection by the public during office hours, a copy of this Bylaw, as
amended and ensure that copies are available to the public at a reasonable charge;
c. Keep a register of all development permit applications, decisions thereon and the reasons,
for a minimum period of seven (7) years;
d. Make decisions on all Development Permit applications for Permitted Uses;
e. Make decisions on all Development Permit applications for uses listed as Discretionary
Uses-Development Officer;
f. Make decisions on all development applications for Home Business pursuant to the
provisions of Section 49;
g. Issue decisions and state terms and conditions, as authorized by this Bylaw, for those uses
listed as Permitted Uses or Discretionary Uses requiring a variance in accordance with the
provisions of Section 19 and Section 2.3 of Schedule B - Signs;
h. Make decisions on accessory uses and building additions for Discretionary Uses and/or a
Direct Control District so long as the size of the development does not exceed 30% of the
existing approval. Any addition exceeding 30% of the existing approval must be referred
to the Committee for decision;
i. Refer all applications for Discretionary Uses, except those listed as Discretionary Uses-
Development Officer and those provided for in h and in Section 49 to the Committee for
decision;
j. Notwithstanding i, all decisions on Development Permit applications for signs shall be
made by the Development Officer, except in a Direct Control District where Council is
specifically identified as the Development Authority for signs;
k. Refer all Development Permit applications in a Direct Control District, except for those
provided in h to the Committee prior to those applications going to Council for a decision;
l. Be the Development Authority for all purposes of the Act and this Bylaw except where
responsibility is given to the Committee or Council; and
m. The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for all Permitted Uses and
Discretionary Uses in the Rural Service Area as identified on Schedule “A”.
(Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
12.4 The Development Officer may:
a. Refer any Development Permit application to the Committee; and
b. Refer any other planning or development matter to the Committee for its review, support
or advice.
(Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
Section 13 Committee
13.1 As the Development Authority the Committee shall:
a. Issue decisions and state terms and conditions for development permit applications for
those uses listed as Discretionary Uses in any Land Use District except those as provided
for in Section 12.3, Section 49 and Schedule B - Signs;
b. Issue decisions and state terms and conditions, as authorized by this Bylaw, for those uses
listed as Permitted Uses which the Development Officer refers to it;
c. Issue decisions and state terms and conditions, as authorized by this Bylaw, for those uses
listed as Permitted Uses or Discretionary Uses requiring a variance in accordance with the
provisions of Section 19 and Section 2.3 of Schedule B - Signs; and
d. Consider and state terms and conditions on any other planning or development matter
referred to it by the Development Officer or with respect to which it has jurisdiction under
this Bylaw.
(Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
Section 14 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
The Board shall perform the duties specified in Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw C-
964 and the Act, as amended from time to time. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Four Development Application
Section 15 Control of Development
15.1 Except as provided in Section 16, no person shall commence a development in the City unless a
development permit has first been issued pursuant to this Bylaw and the development is in
accordance with the terms and conditions of the development permit.
15.2 In addition to meeting the requirements of this Bylaw, it is the responsibility of an applicant to
obtain all other approvals or licenses that may be required by City, Provincial or Federal
departments or agencies.
Section 16 When a Development Permit is Not Required
16.1 A Development Permit is not required for the following developments provided that the
proposed development complies with the applicable regulations of this Bylaw:
a. Maintaining or repairing any building, provided that the work does not include structural
alterations;
b. Temporary use of a building for election or census purposes;
c. The construction of gates, fences, walls or other means of enclosure 0.9m or less in height
in front yards and 1.9m or less in height in side and rear yards pursuant to Section 39.1;
d. A solid 2.4m high fence may be permitted, pursuant to Section 45.1d, to provide noise
attenuation and a visual barrier and will not require a Development Permit if in the
opinion of the Development Authority, a lot is located in proximity to an arterial road as
identified by the Municipal Development Plan;
e. A temporary building not to be used for residential purposes, such as a construction
trailer, where the sole purpose of the building is incidental to the erection or alteration of
a permanent building for which a permit has been issued under this Bylaw. This does not
include a real estate sales office, show home or similar facility;
f. A temporary shipping/storage container provided it is not located on the site for more
than 60 days;
g. Construction or installation of an Accessory Building or Structure that does not exceed
20m2
, including uncovered and unenclosed decks regardless of surface area in accordance
with Section 40, unless a variance is required;
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
h. The installation of a Satellite Antenna less than 0.9m in diameter, if it is attached to an
existing structure;
i. Internal alteration to a residential building as long as the alterations do not result in an
increase in the number of dwelling units or a change of use;
j. The occupancy by a permitted use of a vacant space in an existing or approved
Commercial Business Centre including Local, Major and Minor, or Industrial Business
Centre;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
k. The maintenance and repair of public utilities;
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020)
k.1 Hard surfacing of a site that is part of a development for which a Development Permit has
been issued, for the purpose of providing vehicular access or parking where such access or
the parking area does not drain onto adjacent properties;
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
l. Stripping, site grading or excavation that is part of a development for which a
Development Permit has been issued;
m. Erection of towers, flagpoles and other poles not exceeding 4.6m in height from grade in
any Residential District;
n. Landscaping where the proposed grades will not adversely affect the subject or adjacent
properties, except where a Development Permit allows for such landscaping;
o. Railways, pipelines, irrigation ditches, conduit flumes and utility lines not integral to an
approved development;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
p. Pursuant to Section 40, Low Level Deck located in a residential district;
q. Landings and patios,
r. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016.
s. Erection of temporary structures less than 175m² for the purpose of an event held in a
parking lot for a maximum of six (6) months. Any structure equal to or greater than 175m²
for the purpose of an event held in a parking lot requires a Development Permit;
t. Residential Support Home - Type 1;
t.1 Signs pursuant to Section 2.2 of Schedule B - Signs;
(Bylaw C-1260-36 - March 7, 2016)
u. Any other development deemed not to require a Development Permit as determined by
the Development Authority;
v. A Solar Collector in conformance with Section 59.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017)
Section 17 Application for Development Permit
17.1 A Development Permit application shall be made to the Development Authority on the
prescribed form and shall be signed by the applicant or his agent.
17.2 In addition to the completed application form the following are required:
a. Two (2) copies of a site plan, one of which is to an Engineer or Architect scale, and the
other not larger than 11” x 17”. If the site plan is larger than 11” x 17” the applicant shall
submit a digital copy showing the following information:
North arrow;
Scale of plan;
Legal description of property;
Municipal address;
Lot lines shown with dimensions;
All required yards shown with dimensions;
Location of sidewalks and curbs;
Site topography, drainage patterns, grades and special conditions;
Location of existing and proposed municipal and other private service connections;
Location and widths of all registered utility easements and rights-of-way;
Location and size of buildings dimensioned to lot lines;
Retaining walls, trees, landscaping and other physical features both existing and
proposed on a site and adjoining boulevards including size and species for trees;
Dimension layout of existing and proposed parking areas, entrances and exits
abutting streets, avenues and lanes shown and labelled;
Pre-approved access location(s); City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Pre-approved Lot Grading and Drainage plan; and,
Use of the building;
b. Plans showing elevations, floor plan and the perspective of the proposed development
including a description of the exterior finishing materials and colours;
c. A vicinity map indicating the location of the proposed development in relation to nearby
streets and other significant physical features which may have implications on the
proposed development;
d. A map showing the designated land use of the project site and all properties within 90.0m
of the boundaries of the site;
e. The applicable development permit application fee shown in the Planning & Development
and Engineering Services Fees and Charges Bylaw C-1325;
(Bylaw C-1260-69 - May 29, 2017)
f. If the applicant is an agent of the landowner, a letter from the landowner verifying the
agent’s authority to make the application;
g. A copy of the Certificate of Title indicating ownership;
h. Copies of all easements and right-of-ways registered against the Certificate of Title.
17.3 The Development Authority may also require any of the following:
a. Images showing the site in its existing state;
b. Images which show to the satisfaction of the Development Authority by way of
superimposed position, overlays or otherwise:
How the form, mass and character of the proposed development will relate to
neighbouring properties; and,
How the design, materials and finish of the principal facade of the proposed
development will relate to existing or planned facades of neighbouring buildings;
c. Copies of a Survey or Real Property Report prepared by an Alberta Land Surveyor showing
the site to be developed if there are existing developments on the site;
d. A valid geotechnical or floodplain study prepared by a qualified engineer recognized by
APEGA if in the opinion of the Development Authority the site is adjacent the top-of-the-
bank, or is potentially flood prone, hazardous or unstable. If there is no expiry date on the
study, it must have been conducted within five (5) years of the application for a
Development Permit. The Development Authority may request a new study at any time
should there be an element of risk or an extreme act of nature;
e. A reclamation plan for aggregate extraction or other major surface disturbance;
f. A Phase One and/or Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), conducted
according to Canadian Standards Association (CSA) guidelines, to determine potential
contamination and mitigation. If the Phase One and/or Phase Two ESA indicates possible
contamination, the Development Authority shall require evidence from a qualified
environmental professional as recognized by Alberta Environment and Sustainable
Resource Development that appropriate remediation measures have been carried out on
the property prior to issuing a development permit for the subject site;
(Bylaw C-1260-27 - April 20, 2015)
g. An environmental impact assessment prepared by a qualified professional if the proposed
development may, in the opinion of the Development Authority, result in potentially
significant environmental effects;
h. The servicing requirements for the proposed development; City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
i. Information to assist in assessing the impact the proposed development may have on
utilities, services, traffic circulation within the site and on adjacent public roadways, land
use, community facilities, and other matters;
j. A report showing the effect of wind and shadow produced by the proposed development;
k. Samples of exterior finishing materials;
l. Elevations of any signs proposed for the development;
m. Such other plans, photographs or other documents or information of any kind that the
Development Authority may consider necessary to properly evaluate the proposed
development;
n. A Noise Impact Study for residential uses, institutional uses, child care facilities,
educational facilities and hotels adjacent to the rail line right-of-way. If required, the
Noise Impact Study shall be prepared by a qualified engineer recognized by APEGA; and
(Bylaw C-1260-77 - September 18, 2017)
o. A Vibration Impact Study for residential uses, institutional uses, child care facilities,
educational facilities and hotels adjacent to the rail line right-of-way. If required, the
Vibration Impact Study shall be prepared by a qualified engineer recognized by APEGA.
(Bylaw C-1260-77 - September 18, 2017)
17.4 A traffic impact analysis, stamped by a Professional Engineer or a Registered Professional
Technologist accredited by APEGA, may be required:
a. If there is no TIA for the site; or,
b. The proposed development does not conform to the approved TIA. A TIA is generally
required when 100 new trips/hr result from development or when the development is in a
sensitive area. A sensitive area might be a geometric concern versus a traffic generation
concern.
17.5 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017.
17.6 Notwithstanding 17.2, the development permit application requirements for signs shall be in
accordance with Schedule B - Signs.
(Bylaw C-1260-36 - March 7, 2016)
17.7 The Development Authority shall issue an acknowledgement to the applicant within 30 days
following the receipt of an application to confirm whether it is deemed complete, or to notify
them of any deficiencies.
(Bylaw C-1260-86 - January 29, 2018)
17.8 Notwithstanding 17.7, should the Development Authority determine that additional information
is required for the application during the review process, the Development Authority may
request such information or documentation beyond 30 days of receiving the application.
(Bylaw C-1260-86 - January 29, 2018)
17.9 The Planning and Development Department shall determine the process for submitting,
receiving, evaluating and reviewing Development Permit Applications for Retail Store, Cannabis.
(Bylaw C-1260-94 - June 18, 2018)
Section 18 Decision
18.1 The Development Authority, in making a decision on a Development Permit application for:
a. A Permitted Use:
Shall approve, with or without conditions, the application if the proposed
development conforms with this Bylaw; or,
Shall refuse the application if the proposed development does not conform to this
Bylaw. City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
b. A Discretionary Use:
May approve the application if it meets the requirements of this Bylaw, with or
without conditions, based on the merits of the application including any approved
statutory plan or approved policy affecting the site;
May refuse the application even though it meets the requirements of this Bylaw;
or,
Shall refuse the application if the proposed development does not conform to this
Bylaw.
18.2 In reviewing a development permit application for a Discretionary Use, the Development
Authority shall have regard to:
a. The circumstances and merits of the application, including but not limited to:
The impact on properties in the vicinity of such nuisance factors as smoke, airborne
emissions, odours and noise;
The design, character and appearance of the proposed development and in
particular whether it is compatible with and complementary to the surrounding
properties; and,
b. The purpose and intent of any statutory plan adopted by the City; and,
c. The purpose and intent of any non-statutory plan and pertinent policy adopted by the
City.
18.2.1 In reviewing a development permit application for a permitted or discretionary use, the
Development Authority shall consider any technical study as may be required in Section 17.3 d,
17.3 e, 17.3 f, 17.3 g, 17.3 i, and 17.3 j; and based on those technical study results, may
approve or refuse the application and/or impose such conditions that are considered necessary
to mitigate any potential impacts;
(Bylaw C-1260-27 - April 20, 2015)
18.3 A development permit may be issued on a temporary basis for a period specified by the
Development Authority.
18.4 Notwithstanding any provisions or requirements of this Bylaw, the Development Authority may
establish a more stringent standard for a Discretionary Use when the Development Authority
deems it necessary to do so.
18.5 The Development Authority shall refuse a development permit for a use or development that is
not listed as a Permitted or Discretionary Use.
18.6 Notwithstanding Section 18.5, if a proposed use of land or a building is not listed as a Permitted
Use or Discretionary Use in this Bylaw, the Development Authority may determine that such a
use is similar in character and purpose to a use permitted in that land use district and may allow
the development as a Discretionary Use.
18.7 An application for a development permit shall, at the option of the applicant, be deemed to be
refused when the Development Authority does not make a decision within 40 days after receipt
of the application that is deemed to be complete by the Development Authority, unless an
agreement to extend the 40 day period is entered into between the applicant and the
Development Authority.
18.8 Only one (1) development permit shall be allowed for any one use on a site at any one time. City of Grande Prairie Page 6 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 19 Variance Authority
19.1 Notwithstanding Sections 18.1a.ii) and 18.1b.iii), the Development Officer may allow a variance
of up to 100% to any standard with the exception of FAR, density provisions, and in Schedule B,
Section 2.3. A variance of up to 10% to any standard with the exception of FAR, density
provisions, and variances for signs in Schedule B, Section 2.3, may be allowed without notifying
the adjacent/affected landowners. This Section shall be read together with the tables in
Sections 19.16a and 19.16b as well as the provisions in Section 24 including the tables in
Sections 24.10.a and 24.10.b.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017 and C-1260-97 - July 3, 2018)
19.2 Any application requesting a variance exceeding 10% must follow the adjacent/affected
landowner notification process in Section 24.3, as summarized in the table provided in Sections
19.16.a. and 19.16.b.
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
19.3 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016.
19.4 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016.
19.5 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016.
19.6 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016.
19.7 Notwithstanding Section 19.1, the Development Officer may permit a variance up to 1.0% to
any standard with the exception of FAR and density provisions without a variance application.
This Section shall be read together with the other provisions of Section 19 including the tables in
Sections 19.16.a and 19.16.b as well as the provisions of Section 24 including the tables in
Sections 24.10.a and 24.10.b.
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016 and Bylaw C-1260-97 - July 3, 2018)
19.8 Pursuant to Section 13.1b, the Development Officer may, at his/her discretion, refer any
application to the Committee for decision.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
19.9 Notwithstanding Sections 18.1a.ii) and 18.1b.iii) the Committee may consider allowing a
variance of any standard prescribed in this Bylaw with the exception of floor area ratios and
density provisions.
(Bylaw C-1260-12 - June 30, 2014, Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017
and Bylaw C1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
19.10 Notwithstanding Section 19.9, the Committee may allow a variance in regard to floor area
ratios, and density provisions of up to 10%.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
19.11 Variances to standards in this Bylaw with regard to the affected property shall only be
considered if:
a. It is practically difficult to comply with the regulations of this Bylaw due to peculiar
conditions or circumstances including, but not limited to, the area/shape of the property
and/or environmental features;
b. The proposed variance will not alter the character of the neighbourhood and will not
negatively affect other properties or potential development in the surrounding area;
c. The proposed variance does not interfere with or affect the use and enjoyment of
adjacent/surrounding properties;
d. The proposed variance will not restrict safe passage for pedestrians and vehicles on
adjoining sidewalks and roadways; City of Grande Prairie Page 7 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
e. The proposed variance is the minimum deviation from the required standards of this
Bylaw to relieve the effect of the peculiar conditions or circumstances; and
f. The proposed variance is generally consistent with any applicable provision of the
Municipal Development Plan (MDP), as well as any relevant Area Redevelopment Plan
(ARP), Area Structure Plan (ASP), Outline Plan (OP) or this Bylaw.
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
19.12 In considering a variance the Development Authority shall:
a. Not grant a variance which would infringe the Airport zoning regulations; and
b. Have regard to the purpose and intent of the district and the nature of developments on
adjacent properties.
19.13 If a variance is granted, the Development Authority shall specify its nature in the development
permit approval.
19.14 Any variance that is approved is subject to Sections 24.3 and 24.4.
19.15 Variance authority for signs shall be in accordance with Section 2.3 of Schedule B - Signs.
(Bylaw C-1260-36 - March 7, 2016)
19.16 This Section summerizes the Variance Authority regulations under Section 19 and Notice of
Decision regulations under Section 24. Section 19.16.a applies to all standards except for FAR,
density, and variances for signs as per Section 2.3 of Schedule B. The two (2) tables under both
Sections 19.16.a and 19.16.b shall be read together with the other provisions of Section 19 as
well as the provisions of Section 24 including the tables of Section 24.10.a and 24.10.b.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017)
Section 19.16.a
Variance Authority (Section 19) Notice of Decision (Section 24)
Standard Percentage
rounded to
one
decimal
place
Development
Authority
Notification Process
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
prior to
decision
(Bylaw C-1260-
86-January 29,
2018)
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
after
decision
Sign posted
on property
after
decision
(Bylaw C-1260-
86-January 29,
2018)
Notice in
newspaper
Notice
on City
website
All, except
for FAR and
density
0.0-1.0% Development
Officer, no
Variance
application
required
N/A (Notice of Decision in only provided to the applicant)
(Bylaw C-1260-86-January 29, 2018)
All, except
for FAR and
density
1.1-10.0% Development
Officer
No No No No Yes
All, except
for FAR and
density
10.1-100% Development
Officer/
Committee
(Bylaw C-
1260-118-
April 6, 2020)
Yes
(Bylaw C-1260-
84-December
4, 2017)
Yes Yes Yes Yes
(Bylaw C-1260-97 - July 3, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 8 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 19.16.b
Variance Authority (Section 19) Notice of Decision (Section 24)
Standard Percentage
rounded to
one
decimal
place
Development
Authority
Notification Process
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
prior to
decision
(Bylaw C-1260-
86-January 29,
2018)
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
after
decision
Sign posted
on
property
after
decision
(Bylaw C-
1260-86-
January 29,
2018)
Notice in
newspaper
Notice
on City
website
FAR and
density
0.0-10.0% Committee
(Bylaw C-1260-
84 December 4,
2017 and Bylaw
C-1260-118-April
6, 2020)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
FAR and
density
10.1% + Council Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
Section 20 Fees
The fees to be charged on all applications and other matters arising under this Bylaw shall be the
amounts identified in the Planning & Development and Engineering Services Fees and Charges Bylaw
C-1325.
(Bylaw C-1260-69 - May 29, 2017)
Section 21 Development Permit Process
21.1 The Development Officer may refer a development application to any City department and to
any external agency for comment and advice.
21.2 Upon receipt of a complete application for development of a use listed as a Discretionary Use,
the Development Officer shall send a written notice to all adjacent landowners or to a greater
circulation area specified by the Development Authority. The notice shall indicate:
a. The location and nature of the development proposal;
b. The time and date a decision will be rendered on the application;
c. Copies of relevant drawings; and,
d. A location and date to submit comments.
21.3 After ten (10) business days from the date of referral to any City department or any external
agency, the Development Authority may deal with the application whether or not comments or
recommendations have been received.
Section 22 Intermunicipal Referrals
22.1 In accordance with the Grande Prairie Intermunicipal Development Plan, the Development
Authority shall refer the following to the County of Grande Prairie: City of Grande Prairie Page 9 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
a. All non-residential development permit applications that affect lands located in the City’s
Referral Area as defined in the Intermunicipal Development Plan;
b. Any Development Permit application for a Contentious Use; and,
c. Land Use Bylaw amendments that affect lands located in the City’s Referral Area as
defined in the Intermunicipal Development Plan.
22.2 In making a decision the Development Authority will give due consideration to any
recommendations or comments received from the County of Grande Prairie.
22.3 After ten (10) business days from the date of the referral, the Development Authority may deal
with the application whether or not comments or recommendations have been received from
the County of Grande Prairie. The Development Authority may grant a time extension.
Section 23 Development Permit Conditions
23.1 As a condition of development permit approval, the Development Authority may require that
the applicant enter into a development agreement with the City, in accordance with the Act and
Municipal Development Plan, which, in addition to other matters, may require the applicant:
a. To construct or pay for the construction of:
A road required to give access to the development;
A pedestrian walkway system to serve the development or to give access to an
adjacent development, or both; and,
Off-street or other parking facilities and loading and unloading facilities;
b. To construct, install or pay for any local improvements and Public Utilities which are
needed to serve the development and any required easements, and joint drainage and
access requirements;
c. Pay a Redevelopment Levy;
d. To repair or reinstate, to original condition, any street furniture, curbing, sidewalk,
boulevard landscaping or trees which may be damaged or destroyed or otherwise harmed
by development or building operations upon the site;
e. To provide an irrevocable letter of credit, or other form of security acceptable to the
Development Authority, to guarantee performance of the conditions of the Development
Permit; and,
f. To attend to all other matters the Development Authority considers appropriate.
23.2 To ensure compliance with a development agreement the City may register a caveat against the
property being developed which shall be discharged upon the terms of the agreement being
met.
23.3 Subject to this Bylaw, any statutory plan and the Act the Development Authority may, attach
whatever conditions it considers appropriate to a development permit for either a discretionary
use or permitted use, including but not limited to the following:
a. Landscaping requirements;
b. Noise attenuation;
c. Special parking provisions;
d. Location, appearance and character of a building;
e. Grading of a site to protect adjacent properties; and,
f. Ensuring the proposed development is compatible with surrounding land uses.
23.4 The applicant for a development permit shall make satisfactory arrangements for the supply of
any and all required Public Utilities, vehicular access; or any other required service, with the
appropriate department, agency or utility. City of Grande Prairie Page 10 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 24 Notice of Decision
24.1 A decision of the Development Authority on a development permit application shall be in
writing and sent to the applicant.
24.2 If a development permit application is refused, the reason for the refusal shall be stated in the
decision.
24.3 If a decision is issued for a Permitted Use for which a variance exceeding 10% has been granted
pursuant to Section 19, the Development Authority shall:
a. Publish a notice in the newspaper circulating in the City and on the City’s website stating
the nature of the variance and the legal description and/or municipal address of the site,
in accordance with the provisions of Section 19 including the tables in Sections 19.16.a
and 19.16.b as well as the other provisions of Section 24 including the tables in Sections
24.10.a and 24.10.b; and
b. On or before the date the notice appears on the City’s website, send notice of the decision
by regular mail to all adjacent landowners, as determined by the Development Authority,
in accordance with the provisions of Section 19 including the tables in Sections 19.16.a
and 19.16.b as well as the provisions of Section 24 including the tables in Sections 24.10.a
and 24.10.b.
c. (Bylaw C-1260-86 - January 29, 2018)
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
24.4 If a decision is issued for a Permitted Use for which a variance has been granted pursuant to
Section 19.9, or a Discretionary Use pursuant to Section 49, the Development Authority shall:
a. Publish a notice in the newspaper circulating in the City and on the City’s web site stating
the nature of the variance and the development and the legal description and/or
municipal address of the site;
b. On or before the date the notice appears in the newspaper, send notice of the decision by
regular mail to all adjacent landowners and, for all variances granted by the Committee, to
all landowners within an area specified by the Committee, and
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
c. Require the applicant to erect one information sign on each 270m of street frontage of the
site on or before the date in which the notice appears in the newspaper. Each sign shall:
Be erected in a location on the site directed by the Development Authority, which
shall be visible from the flanking roadway, readable from a distance of 15m, and
maintained in a reasonable and legible condition until the appeal period expires;
Be a maximum height above the ground of 3.0m, with a minimum area of 0.5m2
within the RR, RS and RG Districts and, for all other districts as directed by the
Development Authority to a maximum area of 3.0m2
; and
Contain a general description of the approved use, the variance, location of the site
and the phone number of the City’s Development Services Department for more
information.
(Bylaw C-1260-86 - January 29, 2018)
24.5 Notwithstanding Section 24.3, if a decision is issued for a Discretionary Use and/or a
Discretionary Use for which a variance has been granted, the Development Authority shall:
a. Publish a notice in the newspaper circulating in the City and on the City’s web site stating
the nature of the variance and the development and the legal description and/or
municipal address of the site; City of Grande Prairie Page 11 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
b. On or before the date the notice appears in the newspaper, send notice of the decision by
regular mail to all adjacent landowners or, at the discretion of the Development Authority,
a greater distance, and;
c. Require the applicant to erect one information sign on each 100m of street frontage of the
site on or before the date in which the notice appears in the newspaper. Each sign shall:
Be erected in a location on the site approved by the Development Authority, which
shall be visible from the flanking roadway, readable from a distance of 15m, and
maintained in a reasonable and legible condition until the appeal period expires;
Be a maximum height above the ground of 3.0m, with a minimum area of 0.5m2
and a maximum area of 3.0m2
; and
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020)
Contain a general description of the approved use, the variance, location of the site
and the phone number of the City’s Development Services Department for more
information.
(Bylaw C-1260-86 - January 29, 2018)
24.6 A permit issued for a Discretionary Use or a Permitted Use where a variance has been granted,
does not come into effect until 21 days after the date of the approval. If an appeal is lodged
with the Board, no development shall be commenced unless the appeal decision is to uphold
the issuance of the Development Permit.
(Bylaw C-1260-86 - January 29, 2018)
24.7 If an authorized development is not commenced within twelve (12) months from the date that
the permit is issued, the permit shall be deemed void, unless an extension is granted. The
applicant must request an extension within thirty (30) days prior to the end of the twelve (12)
month period by providing a written request. The Development Authority may grant a one (1)
year extension, at its discretion. The Development Authority may also grant additional one (1)
year extensions in consideration of circumstances where changes may have occurred to the site
or its surroundings that delayed the proposed development.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - Sept 6/16; Bylaw C-1260-84 - Dec 4/17 and Bylaw C-1260-79 - Feb 25/19)
24.7.1 Completion of Development
a. Completion of development shall be within three (3) years of the date that the
development permit is issued;
b. Notwithstanding subsection a., where in the opinion of the Development Authority a
development is of such a size or scale that completion of the development will take longer
than three (3) years as specified in subsection a., the Development Authority may
authorize a longer period to complete the development by specifying a required
completion date on the development permit;
c. For single detached, semi-detached and duplex dwelling developments the building
exterior shall be completed within two (2) years of the date that the development permit
is issued; and;
d. Once development authorized by a development permit has commenced it shall be
carried on with reasonable continuity.
(Bylaw C-1260-93 - July 16, 2018)
24.8 If an application for a development permit has been refused, either by the Development
Authority or by a decision of the Board, the Development Authority will not accept another
application for a permit for the same property, for the same or similar use, by the same or any
other applicant, during the period of six (6) months after the date of refusal, unless the
applicant demonstrates, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, that the new
application addresses the reasons for refusal. City of Grande Prairie Page 12 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
24.9 If a development permit application for a residential use is approved, the Development
Authority shall, where applicable, include in the written notice advice that the approved
residential use is located adjacent to an agricultural operation.
24.10 This section summarizes the Variance Authority regulations under Section 19 and the Notice of
Decision regulations under Section 24. Section 24.10.a applies to all standards except for FAR
and density. Section 24.10.b applies to FAR and density. The two (2) tables under both Sections
24.10.a and 24.10.b shall be read together with the other provisions of Section 24 as well as the
provisions of Section 19 including the tables in Sections 19.16.a and 19.16.b.
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
Section 24.10.a
Variance Authority (Section 19) Notice of Decision (Section 24)
Standard Percentage
rounded to
one
decimal
place
Development
Authority
Notification Process
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
prior to
decision
(Bylaw C-1260-
86-January 29,
2018)
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
after
decision
Sign posted
on
property
after
decision
(Bylaw C-
1260-86-
January 29,
2018)
Notice in
newspaper
Notice on
City
website
All, except
for FAR and
density
0.0-1.0% Development
Officer, no
Variance
application
required
N/A (Notice of Decision in only provided to the applicant)
(Bylaw C-1260-86-January 29, 2018)
All, except
FAR and
density
1.1-10.0% Development
Officer
No No No No Yes
All, except
for FAR and
density
10.1-100% Development
Officer/
Committee
(Bylaw C-
1260-118 -
April 6, 2020)
Yes
(Bylaw C-1260-
84-December 4,
2017)
Yes Yes Yes Yes
(Bylaw C-1260-97 - July 3, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 13 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 24.10.b
Variance Authority (Section 19) Notice of Decision (Section 24)
Standard Percentage
rounded to
one
decimal
place
Development
Authority
Notification Process
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
prior to
decision
(Bylaw C-
1260-86-
January 29,
2018)
Letter to
adjacent
landowners
after
decision
Sign posted
on property
after
decision
(Bylaw C-
1260-86-
January 29,
2018)
Notice in
newspaper
Notice on
City
website
FAR and
density
0.0-10.0% Committee
(Bylaw C-1260-84
December 4, 2017
and Bylaw C-
1260-118-April 6,
2020)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
FAR and
density
10.1% + Council Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
24.11 Cancellation or Suspension of a Development Permit
a. The Development Officer may cancel or suspend a Development Permit following its
approval if:
i) the application for the Development Permit contained a material
misrepresentation;
ii) material facts were not disclosed in the application for the Development Permit;
iii) the Development Permit was issued as a result of a material error;
iv) the landowner requests, by way of written notice to the Development Officer, the
cancellation of the Development Permit; or
v) in the opinion of the Development Authority the development has not been carried
on with reasonable continuity in accordance with Section 24.7.1 d.
b. If the Development Officer cancels or suspends a development permit, the Development
Officer must provide written notice of the cancellation or suspension to the applicant; and
c. All development and activities continuing after the Development Permit has been
cancelled or suspended shall be deemed to be development occurring without a
Development Permit.
(Bylaw C-1260-93 - July 16, 2018)
Section 25 Appealing a Decision
25.1 The applicant for a development permit may appeal to the Board if the Development Authority:
a. Refuses or fails to make a decision on a development permit within 40 days of receipt of a
completed application; or
b. Issues a development permit subject to conditions.
25.2 In addition to the applicant, any person affected by a development permit or the decision on it,
may appeal to the Board. City of Grande Prairie Page 14 of 14 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
25.3 Notwithstanding Sections 25.1 and 25.2, no appeal lies in respect of the issuance of a
development permit for a Permitted Use unless the provisions of this Bylaw are relaxed, varied,
or misinterpreted.
25.4 An appeal shall be commenced by filing a notice of appeal, containing reasons, with the Clerk of
the Board within 21 days:
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020)
a. In the case of an appeal by the applicant, after:
The date the applicant is notified of the decision; or,
If no decision is made on the development permit application within 40 days of the
application being made, the date that period of any extension of it expires;
b. In the case of an appeal by a person affected, after the date on which the City publishes
notice of the development permit decision in a newspaper circulating in the City.
(Bylaw C-1260-86 - January 29, 2018)
25.5 A decision on a development application within a Direct Control District cannot be appealed
unless the appeal is limited to whether or not the Development Authority followed the
directions of Council. If the Board finds that the Development Authority did not follow Council’s
directions, it may, in accordance with Council’s directions, substitute its decision for that of the
Development Authority. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Five Amending this Bylaw
Section 26 Bylaw Amendments
26.1 Any amendment to this Bylaw shall be made pursuant to the Act.
Section 27 Contents of an Amendment Application
27.1 A Land Use Bylaw amendment application shall be made to the City on the prescribed form, and
shall be signed by the applicant or his agent authorized in writing. The following information
and documents will accompany the application:
a. If the amendment involves the rezoning of land to a different conventional land use
district or a Direct Control district:
A copy of the Certificate of Title for the lands affected, or any other documentation
that may be required to verify that the applicant has a legal interest in the land;
If the applicant is an agent of the landowner, a letter from the landowner verifying
the agent’s authority to make the application; and
A properly dimensioned map indicating the affected site, and its relationship to
existing land uses on adjacent properties;
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
b. A statement of the reason for the request to amend this Bylaw; and,
c. Additional information may be required.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
27.2 A Traffic Impact Analysis, stamped by a Professional Engineer or a Registered Professional
Technologist accredited by APEGA, may be required when applications for amendments to this
Bylaw result in higher density or intensity, such as rezoning applications from low density or
local commercial land use districts to medium density or general commercial land use districts.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
27.3 Council may require, prior to considering a proposed amendment to this Bylaw, that a
developer prepare an Area Structure Plan in accordance with the Act or an Outline Plan in
accordance with the Municipal Development Plan. The Area Structure Plan or Outline Plan shall
address all those issues considered necessary for the proper consideration of development
within the area covered by the Area Structure Plan or Outline Plan.
27.4 Public Engagement initiated by the applicant shall be required for amendment applications to
this Bylaw that may result in increasing the density or intensity of the use of land.
27.5 Public Engagement initiated by the applicant shall be required for amendment applications to
this Bylaw that allow for sign types that are otherwise not permitted.
27.6 The requirements for Public Engagement initiated by the applicant may vary based on the scale
and/or the complexity of each amendment application.
27.7 Notwithstanding Sections 27.4 and 27.5, Public Engagement initiated by the applicant is not
required for the following:
a. An amendment application to this Bylaw that is consistent with an approved ASP, OP or ARP
even if it results in increasing the density or the intensity of the subject site; and
b. An amendment application to this Bylaw that does not result in increasing the density or
intensity of the use of the subject site.
27.8 The applicant shall inform the residents within a minimum of 60m radius. The 60m radius will
be measured from any part of the property boundary. The methods and extent of notification
may vary based on the scale and/or complexity of the application. A combination of at least
two (2) notification methods below will be required. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
27.9 Notification methods for informing residents within the surrounding area may include, but are
not limited to, the following:
a. Distributing notices either by mail or in person;
b. Placing notices in common community areas;
c. Posting the property with an early notification sign;
d. Creating a project website that allows for submitting feedback;
e. Going door-to-door to explain the project to residents within the surrounding area; and
f. Holding an information session, a workshop or an open house.
27.10 The applicant shall inform the relevant neighbourhood association, if applicable.
27.11 The contents of a notice or early notification sign, if applicable, shall include the following:
a. Address and map of the subject site;
b. The nature and description of the proposed project;
c. Date, time and location of the information session, the workshop or the open house, if
applicable; and
d. Contact information.
27.12 If Public Engagement initiated by the applicant is required, then it should be undertaken during
the circulation period. A community participation report shall be submitted to detail the
outcome of the Public Engagement efforts. The report shall include the following:
a. Methods for informing residents within the surrounding area;
b. A list of the properties that were contacted;
c. A summary of comments or concerns;
d. A summary of any efforts to address the comments or concerns; and
e. The date and the location of the information session, the workshop or the house, if
applicable.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
Section 28 The Amendment Process
28.1 Upon receipt of an amendment application in accordance to Section 27.1, the application:
a. May be referred to any City Department for review and comment; and
b. A date for a public hearing shall be established.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
28.2 An amendment application to this Bylaw may be referred to any external agency for comment
and advice.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
28.3 After the date for a public hearing has been set:
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
a. A notice of the Land Use Bylaw amendment application shall be posted by publishing a
notice once a week for two (2) consecutive weeks in a newspaper circulating in the City.
The notice shall contain:
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
The legal description and or the municipal address of the land which is the subject
of the application;
The purpose of the proposed amendment;
One or more places where a copy of the proposed amendment may be inspected
by the public during regular office hours; City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
The date, place, and time that Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed
amendment;
An outline of the procedures to be followed by anyone wishing to be heard at the
public hearing.
(Bylaw C-1260-45 - October 19, 2015)
b. If the amendment involves the rezoning of land to a different conventional land use
district or a Direct Control district, a notice, pursuant to Section 28.3 a, will be provided to
the owner, the applicant and to all adjacent landowners. The circulation area for the
notice may vary;
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
c. The applicant shall erect a minimum of one (1) public information sign per 270m of street
frontage. Additional public information signs may be required along adjacent flanking
public roadways. Public information signs are not required if the proposed amendment to
this Bylaw is:
Consistent with an approved OP; and
An application by the City for three (3) or more parcels that is consistent with an
ARP within six (6) months of its approval, or is to integrate annexed lands into this
Bylaw.
(Bylaw C-1260-78-September 18, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-113-December 16, 2019)
d. The applicant will be provided with a sample of the information to be posted on the
sign(s), including a map indicating the locations to post the sign(s). The sign(s) shall be a
maximum height above the ground of 3.0m, shall have a minimum area of 1.5m2
and a
maximum area of 5.9m2
. The sign(s) shall contain the following information:
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
Identify the present and proposed land use districts;
Identify the total area of the site to be rezoned; and,
Provide contact information with the location and phone number of the City Planning
and Development Department.
28.4 An amendment application shall not be presented to Council for Public Hearing until the public
information sign(s) required by Section 28.3 has been in place for 17 days.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
28.5 The applicant will be responsible for providing to the City a letter stating that the public information
sign(s) have been erected in accordance with Section 28.3. Failure to provide such letter may result
in a delay of the public hearing.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
28.6 The applicant shall remove the public information sign(s) within 30 days following the date of
decision of the amendment application.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
28.7 Council may, after considering:
a. Any representations made at the public hearing; and,
b. Any Intermunicipal Development Plan, Municipal Development Plan, Area Structure Plan, Area
Redevelopment Plan, or Outline Plan affecting the application and the provisions of this Bylaw;
and
c. Any other relevant information and documents properly before Council. City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
make any changes it considers necessary to the proposed amendment, if such changes are
appropriate, and proceed to pass the proposed amendment, defer the amendment application for
more information, such as the completion of an Area Structure Plan or Outline Plan, or defeat the
proposed amendment.
(Bylaw C-1260-45 - October 19, 2015)
28.8 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-45 - October 19, 2015.
28.9 If Council refuses an application for an amendment, the City shall not accept another application on
the same land for the same or similar purpose until six (6) months have passed after the date of such
refusal.
28.10 If deemed necessary, and in accordance with the provisions of the Act, the City may initiate an
amendment to this Bylaw affecting any parcel of land without the owner’s consent.
28.11 Pursuant to Section 28.10 Council shall, prior to consideration of an application, notify the affected
landowner in writing of the proposed amendment and provide a summary of the effects of the
amendment. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Six Contravention and Enforcement
Section 29 Stop Order
29.1 If the Development Authority finds that a development, land use or use of a building is not in
accordance with the Act, this Bylaw, a development permit or subdivision approval, the
Development Authority may, by written notice (“Stop Order”) order the owner, the person in
possession of the land or building, or other person responsible for the contravention, or all or
any of them to:
a. Stop the development or use of the land or building in whole or part as directed by the
notice;
b. Demolish, remove or replace the development; and/or,
c. Carry out any other actions required by the notice so that the development or use of the
land or building complies with the Act, or regulations under this Bylaw, a development
permit or a subdivision approval; within the time set out in the notice.
29.2 If a person fails or refuses to comply with a Stop Order, the City may, in accordance with Section
542 of the Act, enter upon the land or building and take such action as is necessary to carry out
the order.
29.3 If the City takes action to carry out a Stop Order the City shall cause the costs and expenses
incurred in doing so to be placed on the tax roll of the property concerned.
29.4 The City may register a caveat with respect to the Stop Order in the Land Titles Office.
Section 30 Sign Impoundment
30.1 If a sign, pursuant to Schedule B, contravenes this Bylaw, a Peace Officer or Development
Authority may, without notice, remove and impound the sign if it is located on lands under the
control of the City or the City has the consent of the registered owner of the land on which the
sign is located.
30.2 If a sign or poster is attached to a decorative Street Light within the Downtown, it may be
removed by a Peace Officer without notice.
30.3 The owner of an impounded sign may claim it by paying the City’s impoundment fee. The
impoundment fee shall be $20 per sign or $200 whichever is greater, and may include a fee of
$20 per day for storage for a maximum of 30 days.
30.4 If the sign is not claimed within 30 days, it may be treated as unclaimed property and/or
destroyed.
Section 31 Penalties
31.1 Where a Peace Officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a person has contravened any
provision of this bylaw, the Designated Officer may serve a Municipal Tag or Violation Ticket
upon the person.
31.2 In the case of an offence that is of a continuing nature, a contravention of a provision of this
bylaw constitutes a separate offence with respect to each day, or part of a day, during which the
contravention continues, and a person guilty of such an offence is liable to a fine in an amount
not less than that established by this bylaw for each such separate offence.
31.3 Any person, who contravenes any provision of this Bylaw, is guilty of an offence punishable on
summary conviction and is liable:
a. For a first offence to a fine of $250.00; or
b. For a second or subsequent offence, to a fine of not less than $500.00 and not more than
$10,000.00. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
31.4 In accordance with Section 542 of the Act, a Designated Officer may upon reasonable notice
(generally to mean 48 hours notice) enter onto any land or into any building for the purpose of
carrying out an inspection to determine compliance with this bylaw.
(Bylaw C-1260-27 - April 20, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Seven General Regulations
Section 32 Applicability
32.1 This part shall apply to all Land Use Districts under this Bylaw. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 33 Accessory Buildings/Structures In Residential Districts
33.1 Accessory Buildings and Structures shall be permitted in any residential district in accordance to
the following:
a. Accessory Buildings shall not be used for human habitation except where a garage suite or
surveillance suite is identified as a permitted or discretionary use;
b. Accessory Buildings within the RS, RG, RR and RT Districts containing an approved garage
suite shall not exceed 7.6m in the overall height measured to the peak of the roof. They
shall comply with the minimum front yard setback for the principal dwelling;
c. Accessory Buildings within the RG, RS, RR and RT districts without an approved garage
suite, shall not have a wall height exceeding 3.0m or one storey. The overall height
measured to the peak of the roof shall not exceed 5.0m.;
d. Accessory buildings in all other districts shall not exceed the permitted height for a
principal building in that district;
e. The minimum width of a drive aisle which provides vehicle access to an Accessory Building
or Structure is 3.0m. At no time shall the vehicle access to an Accessory Building or
Structure encroach onto an adjacent property;
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
f. An Accessory Building or Structure constructed on a corner lot shall be setback from the
property lines in accordance with Section 39;
g. An Accessory Building or Structure less than 20m² must maintain a minimum side and rear
yard setback of 0.6m measured from the closest point of the Accessory Building or
Structure, including eaves and gutters to the property line. An Accessory Building or
Structure measuring 20m² or greater must maintain a minimum side and rear yard setback
of 1.2m measured from the wall to the property line;
(Bylaw C-1260-74 - July 10, 2017)
h. The Development Authority may at any time request an updated Plan of Survey or Real
Property Report noting location of all existing and proposed buildings in relationship to
property lines of the subject property;
i. Where an Accessory Building is proposed to be built on a structural foundation and has
been approved for construction, the owner shall provide an updated Real Property Report
prepared by an Alberta Land Surveyor at time of compliance.
j. A shipping/storage container is not an accessory building/structure.
(Bylaw C-1260-4 - December 9, 2013)
33.2 Pursuant to Section 16.1g, Accessory Buildings at 20m2
or more shall require a development
permit.
33.3 No Accessory Buildings or Structures shall be located on or over any utility right-of-way or
easement or any drainage right-of-way or easement. City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 34 Adult Entertainment Facility or Late Night Club
34.1 No person shall establish an Adult Entertainment Facility or Late Night Club within 230m of:
a. Another Adult Entertainment Facility or Late Night Club;
b. A Residential District;
c. An apartment building within a Commercial District;
d. An elementary or junior high school;
e. A child care centre or children’s recreation centre;
f. A religious assembly facility;
g. A residential care facility or seniors recreation centre; or,
h. A public park, municipal reserve or municipal building.
34.2 The separation distance shall be a straight line measured from the nearest point of that portion
of a lot proposed to be used, either wholly or partially, as an Adult Entertainment Facility or Late
Night Club to the nearest point of:
a. A lot used in whole or in part for another Adult Entertainment Facility;
b. A lot used in whole or in part for any of the uses described in Section 34.1; or,
c. A Residential District.
34.3 Any Adult Entertainment Facility or Late Night Club that exists when this Bylaw is passed shall be
subject to the non-conforming use provisions of the Act. City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 35 Bare Land Condominium
35.1 A bare land condominium development already part of the definition must comply with all the
general regulations of this bylaw, including the regulations of the applicable land use district.
35.2 The Front Yard Setback for dwelling units located within a bare land condominium development
shall apply to the setback from the Public Roadway giving access to the bare land development.
In addition, where applicable, the Front Yard Setback shall apply to a dwelling unit when an
internal roadway provides access to a parking stall(s) located in the front of a dwelling unit.
35.3 The Rear Yard Setback for dwelling units located within a bare land condominium development
shall apply to the perimeter of the site to adjacent properties except in the case of a front yard.
35.4 A comprehensive site plan shall be required for the development of a residential bare land
condominium development, and all development shall conform to the comprehensive site plan.
The proposed plan must include the following to the satisfaction of the Development Authority:
a. Site Access, internal road system, walkway system and site pattern showing dimensions
and structures;
b. Designated Emergency Access routes;
c. Provision for on-site containerized garbage collection facilities;
d. Open space designated for recreational and playground use, and shall not include any
required buffer strip;
e. Location of hard surfaced parking for every proposed lot and visitor parking areas; and,
f. Such other information as deemed necessary by the Development Authority. City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 36 Bear Creek Valley
36.1 This Section shall apply to all development located on lots abutting the top of bank of the Bear
Creek Valley, excepting all lands east of 102 Street, and Lot 18, Block 5, Plan 812-0725 in
Mission Heights.
36.2 As part of a subdivision application, development permit or Land Use Bylaw amendment
application, the location of Top of Bank shall be determined by survey by a geotechnical
engineer, recognized by APEGA, or other method satisfactory to the Development Authority,
and shall be identified on the application.
36.3 All buildings shall be set back a minimum of 7.62m from the top of bank, and shall not exceed
4.9m in height. For each additional 3.05m of setback provided, the height of the building may
be increased 3.05m. The Development Authority may increase the minimum setback and
impose any other requirements considered appropriate after reviewing the geotechnical
analysis referred to in Section 36.5.
36.4 All development applications shall include a cross-sectional view of the development showing
the height and location of any proposed grades and vegetation.
36.5 Any development may be subject to a geotechnical analysis that demonstrates the suitability of
the development to the site and considers potential modifications to the bank and the effect of
the proposed development on the stability of the slope and the structure of the proposed
development. A geotechnical engineer, recognized by APEGA, shall carry out such geotechnical
analysis at the sole expense of the applicant. The City, at its discretion, may seek an
independent review of any geotechnical analysis provided by the Applicant prior to reviewing
the recommendations in the analysis.
36.6 Notwithstanding Section 36.3, buildings may be built closer to the top of bank of the Bear Creek
Valley than provided in this Bylaw, if the Development Authority is satisfied through the
geotechnical analysis referred to in Section 36.5 that a lesser setback is warranted, considering
the following criteria:
a. The purpose of the proposed development;
b. The relative need for the development to be in its proposed location versus other
locations;
c. The extent and nature of landscaping to be incorporated within the development;
d. The impact of the proposed development on the recreational potential of the Bear Creek
Valley and reservoir;
e. The height of the development;
f. The architectural merits of the proposed development; and,
g. Any other criteria the Development Authority considers appropriate.
36.7 The Development Authority may require the applicant to enter into a restrictive covenant in a
form acceptable to the Development Authority which will be registered in the Land Titles Office. City of Grande Prairie Page 6 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 37 Bed and Breakfast Establishments
37.1 A bed and breakfast establishment shall not be developed within the same principal dwelling
containing a Home Business or secondary suite or on the same site as a garage suite.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
37.2 Interior or exterior alterations and additions or renovations to permit an existing single
detached dwelling to be used as a bed and breakfast establishment, may be allowed if such
alterations, additions, or renovations comply with the Safety Codes Act and any other applicable
bylaws and legislation.
37.3 The operator of a bed and breakfast establishment shall be a permanent resident of the
dwelling in which it is located.
37.4 One on-site parking space for each guest room in a bed and breakfast establishment and one
on-site parking space for each off-site employee shall be provided in addition to the residential
parking spaces provided pursuant to Part Nine of this Bylaw.
37.5 One non-illuminated sign or plaque shall be permitted on the site of any bed and breakfast
establishment the maximum size of which shall be 0.3m2
.
37.6 One identification sign shall be permitted on a site of bed and breakfast establishment in an
Urban Reserve District. The maximum size of the identification sign shall be 0.7m2
and the
maximum height shall be 1.2m above the ground. The sign may be indirectly illuminated.
37.7 A bed and breakfast establishment will not be allowed in a boarding house, manufactured home
or group home. City of Grande Prairie Page 7 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 37A Cannabis Related Uses
37A.1 Purpose:
a. To align with or exceed Federal and Provincial legislation regarding cannabis related uses;
b. To allow for reasonable opportunities for cannabis related uses within the community;
c. To ensure that opportunities for cannabis related uses are balanced with opportunities for
other types of commercial and industrial uses;
d. To avoid the potential for negative perceptions that may be created when there is an over
concentration or clustering of cannabis retail stores in the community; and
e. To limit immediate access and visibility of cannabis related uses from schools and places
where residents may have substance abuse issues.
37A.2 For the purpose of this Section only:
a. ‘Provincial Health Care Facility’ means an approved hospital as defined in the Hospitals Act;
b. ‘Addiction Treatment Facility’ means a licensed facility specializing in evaluation and
treatment of drug addiction, alcoholism, and associated physical and/or mental disorders.
The facility must offer overnight accommodation to monitor patient health;
c. Elementary school means a school as defined in the School Act that contains grades K
through 9 or any combination of grades therein; and
d. High school refers to a school as defined in the School Act that contains grades 8 through
12 or any combination of grades therein.
37A.3 Retail Store, Cannabis use shall not be located within 100m of:
a. The boundary of a parcel of land containing a Provincial Health Care Facility;
b. The boundary of a parcel of land designated as a future Provincial Health Care Facility; and
c. An Addiction Treatment Facility.
37A.4 Retail Store, Cannabis use shall not be located within 150m of:
a. The boundary of a parcel of land containing an elementary school; and
b. The boundary of a parcel of land designated as a future elementary school site.
The separation distances are established by measuring the shortest distance between the
property lines of the parcels containing the uses to be separated.
37A.5 Retail Store, Cannabis use shall not be located within 300m of:
a. The boundary of a parcel of land containing a high school; and
b. The boundary of a parcel of land designated as a future high school site.
The separation distances are established by measuring the shortest distance between the
property lines of the parcels containing the uses to be separated.
37A.6 Notwithstanding 37A.4 and 37A.5, the separation distances between Retail Store, Cannabis and
schools do not apply within the CC - Central Commercial land use district.
37A.7 The Development Authority shall not grant a variance to setbacks from schools or Provincial
Health Care Facilities.
37A.8 Retail Store, Cannabis uses will be limited based on allowing no more than a maximum of three
(3) Retail Store, Cannabis uses within a 360m radius surrounding and including the proposed
property. A proposed Retail Store, Cannabis use will not be permitted if it renders an approved
Retail Store, Cannabis use a non-conforming use based on this limit. The 360m radius will be
measured from any part of the property boundary. The 360m radius will also be measured from
any Retail Store, Cannabis use that falls within the 360m radius of the subject property to
determine whether the proposed development would render an existing one non-conforming.
All lots contained wholly or in part within the 360m radius will be included in this calculation.
(Bylaw C-1260-119 - April 20, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 8 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
37A.9 In addition to 37A.6, Retail Store, Cannabis uses within the CC - Central Commercial land use
district will be limited based on a required minimum separation distance of 180m between
Retail Store, Cannabis uses when facing the same street. The separation distances are
established by measuring the shortest distance between the property lines of the parcels
containing the uses to be separated.
37A.10 Cannabis Production and Distribution use shall not be located within 200m of:
a. A residential land use district;
b. The boundary of a parcel of land containing an elementary or high school;
c. The boundary of a parcel of land designated as a future elementary or high school site; and
d. An Addiction Treatment Facility.
The separation distances are established by measuring the shortest distance between the
property lines of the parcels containing the uses to be separated.
37A.11 Cannabis Production and Distribution uses must include an air filtration system to remove
odours and must have no odour impact on adjacent properties.
37A.12 Parking requirements shall be in accordance with Part 9, Section 72, of this Bylaw. The number
of parking stalls required for Retail Store, Cannabis shall be the same as those for Retail Store,
General. The number of parking stalls required for Cannabis Production and Distribution uses
shall be the same as Manufacturing/Fabrication Plants.”
37A.13 All cannabis related uses must obtain and maintain a valid City of Grande Prairie Business
License.
(Bylaw C-1260-94 - June 18, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 9 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 38 Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
Principles
38.1 All existing and proposed developments in the City of Grande Prairie are encouraged to consider
incorporating as many of the 14 CPTED principles as possible.
38.2 The CPTED principles include the following:
a. Territoriality is the concept of creating and fostering places that are adopted by the
legitimate users of the space (i.e. they take ownership), making it less likely for people
who do not belong to engage in criminal or nuisance behaviour at that location. This can
be achieved by clearly marking public, private, and semi-public areas through landscaping.
It can be achieved through signage, by having residents beautify an area with their own
street art, or by restaurant owners extending their eating areas onto streets with tables
and chairs;
b. Natural Surveillance is the concept of putting “eyes on the street,” making a place
unattractive for offenders who wish to commit crime with impunity. Creating clear
sightlines through street design, landscaping, lighting, and site design (i.e. neighbourhood
layout) optimizes the potential for natural surveillance. Note that this is different from
organized surveillance (security patrols) and mechanical surveillance (closed circuit
television), which may ultimately be required in some places, however, ideally natural
surveillance should make them unnecessary;
c. Access Control refers to controlling who goes in and out of a neighbourhood, park,
building, and other places. Access control includes focusing on formal and informal entry
and exit points in buildings or parking areas (fencing, access gates) and signifying
entranceways to parks and neighbourhoods (hedging and other types of landscaping or
design);
d. Image refers to the appearance of a place and how this is instrumental in creating a sense
of place or territoriality for legitimate users of the space. A place that does not appear to
be maintained or cared for may indicate to criminals that property owners and legitimate
users of that place tolerate criminal activity. Regular clean-ups, graffiti vandalism removal,
and litter pickup are a few ways to enhance image;
e. Conflicting User Groups refers to instances where different user groups may conflict (e.g. a
school near industrial development or a seniors’ centre near a nightclub). Careful
consideration and a risk assessment of compatible land uses during the planning and siting
of facilities will minimize potential conflicts between groups before they become a
problem;
f. Activity Support is the concept of filling an area with legitimate users (by facilitating and
scheduling activities or events like sporting events, street music festivals, or sales kiosks)
to decrease opportunities of offending with impunity. Places and facilities that are
underused can become locations with the potential for criminal activity;
g. Crime Generators are areas that may generate activities that facilitate crime. For example,
24 hour convenience or liquor stores are legitimate commercial activities. They are not
problems in themselves, but their location in the community may cause conflict or
unforeseen secondary activity such as late night loitering and may become ideal places for
evening robberies; City of Grande Prairie Page 10 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
h. Land Use Mix is the concept that diversity in land uses can contribute to or detract from
crime opportunities. Totally separating land uses (e.g. residential and commercial) from
each other can create places that are unused during certain times of the day. However,
careful transition between some land uses is critical to ensuring an activity does not
increase the opportunities for crime to occur or reduce users’ and residents’ perceptions
of their safety in the area. Careful consideration of land uses within a development but
also of the surrounding land uses will reduce the opportunity for crime to occur and
increase feelings of safety in the area;
i. Movement Predictors direct people, especially pedestrians and cyclists, along a particular
route or path. In some cases, they do this without providing obvious alternative escape
routes or strategies for safety, as in a pedestrian tunnel or overpass. In other cases, they
merely direct people in a certain direction, what designers called wayfinding. It is
important to carefully design and situate movement predictors so as not to provide
potential attackers with places to lie in wait for people on a certain path;
j. Displacement in the CPTED context refers to the movement of crime in time or space and
what the impact may be. Displacement includes negative displacement (crime movement
makes things worse), diffusion of benefits (displacement can reduce the impact of crimes
more widely than expected), and positive displacement (opportunities for crime are
intentionally displaced which minimizes the impact of the crime);
k. Cohesion is the supportive relationships and interactions between all users of a place to
support and maintain a sense of safety. Though not a specific urban design function,
design can enhance the opportunity for positive social cohesion by providing well-
designed and carefully located spaces where this can occur, such as activity rooms, park
gazebos, or multi-purpose rooms in schools and community centres. In some cases
property owners or building managers can provide opportunities for social programming.
This will increase the ability of local residents or users of a space to positively address
issues as they arise;
l. Connectivity refers to the social and physical relationships external to the site itself. It
recognizes that any given place should not operate in isolation from surrounding
neighbourhoods and instead appreciate its relationship to the whole city. Areas that
isolate themselves often result in the Not-In-My-Backyard syndrome. Physical features
that help accomplish this are walkways and roadways connecting a particular land use to
the surrounding neighbourhoods or features such as centrally located community centres
or program offices that provide services to a wider community;
m. Capacity is the ability for any given space or neighbourhood to support its intended use.
For example, excessive numbers of similar land uses in too small an area, such as
abandoned buildings or bars, can create opportunities for crime. Capacity refers to a
balance of uses with a full range of services for local residents to allow them to shop,
enjoy recreational activities, and live in the same geographical area. This is not only good
environmental sense as it cuts down on long distance auto travel, it also makes a
neighbourhood more interesting and therefore increases the likelihood local residents will
be proud to live there; City of Grande Prairie Page 11 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
n. Culture refers to the overall cultural expression of a place. Also known as “place making,”
this process involves artistic, musical, sports, or other local cultural events designed to
bring people together and enhance social cohesion. Physical designs that can encourage
this include public multi-purpose facilities, buildings and expressions of faith, sports
facilities, and areas that local artists and musicians might use. Community memorials,
public murals, neighbourhood branding, and other cultural features also enhance this.
Pre-existing cultural features that create a distinct identity for a place can be used to
determine the design principles and policies that best support the cohesiveness and well-
being of all groups living and working there. City of Grande Prairie Page 12 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 39 Corner Lot Restrictions
39.1 Notwithstanding any other provision in this Bylaw, no person shall erect or maintain any object,
structure, fence, wall, tree, hedge, shrub or other structure exceeding 1.0m in height in a corner
visibility triangle.
39.2 Corner visibility triangles are determined as follows:
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
a. A sight triangle is comprised of two (2) sides which are 6.0m long, as measured from the
corner of the corner lot along the boundaries of the lot which meet at the said
intersection, and a third side the length of which is a straight line connecting the two (2)
points along the said boundaries; or,
b. If the corner lot is at the intersection of a lane and a street in a Residential District, or if a
corner lot is located in a commercial or industrial district, a visibility triangle is comprised
of two (2) sides which are 3.0m long, as measured from the corner of the corner lot along
the boundaries of the lot which meet at the said intersection, and a third side the length
of which is a straight line connecting the two (2) points along the said boundaries.
39.3 Unless otherwise permitted in this Bylaw, the minimum setbacks on a Corner Lot shall be as
follows:
a. A 4.6m Side Yard setback;
b. A 6.0m Front Yard setback; and
c. The minimum Side Yard setback may be reduced by increasing the Front Yard setback at a
rate of 0.15m less Side Yard for every 0.3m of added Front Yard setback down to a
minimum 1.5m Side Yard Setback.
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020)
39.4 Unless otherwise permitted in this Bylaw, the minimum Side Yard setback for an Inside Corner
Lot in any Residential District shall be 1.5m.
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 13 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 40 Decks
40.1 The following applies to all decks constructed within a residential district:
a. No decks shall be located on or over any utility right-of-way or easement or any drainage
right-of-way or easement;
b. The setbacks shall be measured from the outermost edges of the surface of the deck;
c. Low Level Decks and Raised Decks may encroach up to 1.5m into a required front yard
setback provided that the deck shall remain uncovered and unenclosed by walls, lattice or
other similar material;
d. Low Level Decks and Raised Decks on corner lots shall be setback 1.5m from the side
property line on the street side of corner lots;
e. Decks that are covered and/or enclosed from above shall be considered an addition to the
principal building. A covered and/or enclosed deck is required to meet the district
requirements (outlined in Part Ten) for the principal building and is included in the site
coverage calculation;
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017)
f. Low Level Decks and Raised Decks attached to a semi-detached dwelling or a townhouse
may extend up to the common lot line between units if the deck is provided with a privacy
wall. The privacy wall must extend the full depth of the deck and be a minimum of 2.0m
high as measured from the surface of the deck to the top of the privacy wall. Where a
privacy wall is not provided, decks shall comply with the requirements for a single-
detached dwelling in the same district;
g. At the discretion of the Development Authority, a deck may encroach into any required
yard where the deck is designed to accommodate access to a dwelling unit for a person
with a mobility disability. Such a deck will be permitted on a temporary basis and shall be
removed when no longer required to provide access for a person with a mobility disability.
40.2 The following applies to all Low Level Decks constructed in a residential district:
a. Uncovered and unenclosed Low Level Decks shall not be included in the site coverage
calculation;
b. Low Level Decks may be built within 15cm of the side property line and up to the rear
property line except in accordance with Section 40.1a.
40.3 The following applies to all Raised Decks (greater than 0.6m in height) constructed in a
residential district:
a. Raised Decks shall be included in the site coverage calculation;
b. Raised Decks that are uncovered and unenclosed shall be setback 1.2m from the side
property line and 4.6m from the rear property line. City of Grande Prairie Page 14 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 41 Development Setbacks from Rail Lines (Bylaw C-1260-90-May 7, 2018)
41.1 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018.
41.2 Building setbacks and mitigation measures for development adjacent to the rail lines for
residential uses, institutional uses, child care facilities, educational facilities and hotels shall, at a
minimum, be in accordance with the following:
a. 30.0m, excluding eaves and roof overhang, along the length of the site adjacent to a rail line
right-of-way
b. A safety barrier (berm or a ditch);
c. A noise barrier may be required based on recommendations of Noise Impact Study; and
d. A 1.83m solid fence on top of the peak of the berm or a 1.83m chain link fence along the
entire mutual property line.
41.3 The property owner/owners shall be responsible for maintaining the safety barrier up to and
including the fence.
41.4 Noise Impact Studies prepared by a qualified engineer recognized by APEGA shall be required as
part of the submissions for amendments to this Bylaw to allow for residential uses, institutional
uses, child care facilities, educational facilities and hotels adjacent to the rail line right-of-way.
41.5 Noise Impact Studies prepared by a qualified engineer recognized by APEGA may be required as
part of the development permit submissions for residential uses, institutional uses, child care
facilities, educational facilities and hotels adjacent to the rail line right-of-way.
41.6 Vibration Impact Studies prepared by a qualified engineer recognized by APEGA may be required
as part of the submissions for amendments to this Bylaw or development permit submissions to
allow for residential uses, institutional uses, child care facilities, educational facilities and hotels
adjacent to the rail line right-of-way.
41.7 Building setbacks for commercial, industrial buildings or structures shall be at a minimum 15.0m,
excluding eaves and roof overhang, with a 1.83m chain link fence along the entire mutual property
line.
41.8 Reductions to the required setbacks for any type of development may be considered in the
following instances:
a. Where the reduction in the required setback is mitigated by a reciprocal increase in the
height or depth of the safety barrier; and
b. Where existing commercial, retail or industrial sites, whether vacant or underutilized, are
small and cannot accommodate the setback requirements either for conversion or for
development/redevelopment. In these cases, the required setback of the land use district
where the site is located will apply and a chain link fence along the entire mutual property
line will be required. City of Grande Prairie Page 15 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
41.9 The table below summarizes the setbacks and the mitigation measures for the different
development types when located adjacent to the rail line right-of-way:
Type of
Development
Minimum
Development
Setbacks
Safety
Barriers
(Berms or
Ditches)
Noise
Barriers
Fences Noise Impact
Study
Vibration
Impact
Study
Residential
and
Institutional
Uses / Hotels
30.0m Minimum
2.0m with
side slopes
not steeper
than 2.5 to 1
in the case of
a berm. In
the case of a
ditch, its
depth shall be
the equivalent
to the
required
height of the
berm.
May be
required.
Required
(1.83m
solid fence
on top of
the peak
of the
berm) or a
chain link
fence
along the
length of
the site in
case of a
ditch.
Required for
amendments
to the LUB/
may be
required for
development
permits
May be
required.
Commercial
and Industrial
Uses
15.0m Not required. Not
required.
Required
(1.83m
chain link
fence).
Not required. Not
required.
41.10 Notwithstanding the requirements above, the following are permitted within the required
setbacks noted above:
a. Unoccupied buildings, such as a garage; and
b. Commercial or industrial buildings or structures serviced by rail line.
41.11 The building setbacks and the mitigation requirements above do not apply to detached
dwellings, semi-detached dwellings or secondary suites in developed areas.
41.12 The figure below illustrates the setbacks and the mitigation measures for residential uses,
institutional uses, child care facilities, educational facilities and hotels adjacent to the rail line
right-of-way. City of Grande Prairie Page 16 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
(Bylaw C-1260-77 - September 18, 2017) City of Grande Prairie Page 17 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 42 Drive-through Businesses
42.1 Drive-through Businesses must:
a. Screen any drive through aisles that are adjacent to a residential district;
b. Fence any drive through aisles, where necessary, to prevent access to a lane or street;
c. Provide vehicle queuing and parking in accordance with Part Nine of this Bylaw;
d. Be separated from a residential district by a building if outdoor speakers are included;
e. Provide a separation of 23m from the lot line of a residential district and any outdoor
speakers;
f. The fencing and screening of the site and the volume of any outdoor speaker shall be to
the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
42.2 Drive-through Businesses must not:
a. Have any drive through aisles in a setback area; and
b. Have pedestrian access into the premises that crosses a drive through aisle. City of Grande Prairie Page 18 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 43 Dwelling Units and Principal Buildings on a Parcel
43.1 The number of dwelling units permitted on a parcel is one except where units are:
a. Contained in a building designed for, or divided into, two (2) or more dwelling units and is
located in a land use district which permits multiple units;
b. A manufactured home forming part of a manufactured home community for which a
development permit has been issued;
c. A building as defined in the Condominium Property Act that is the subject of an approved
condominium plan registered in the Land Titles Office; or,
d. A garage suite or secondary suite pursuant to Sections 46 and 57.
43.2 In an Industrial or Commercial District, more than one principal building may be permitted on a
lot provided it is done in such a manner that, if there is future subdivision of the land, each
building will be on a separate lot having its own yards and access, or joint access agreement, or
parking agreement, all in compliance with this Bylaw. City of Grande Prairie Page 19 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 44 Existing Buildings
44.1 Where a building exists on or before the effective date of this Bylaw on a lot or site having less
than the minimum frontage, area, front yard, side yard or rear yard required by this Bylaw, the
building may not be renovated or enlarged but may be repaired provided that:
a. The repair does not infringe upon the minimum front yard, side yard or rear yard of
existing bylaw standards; and,
b. All other applicable provisions of this Bylaw are satisfied.
44.2 (Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016). City of Grande Prairie Page 20 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 45 Fencing and Screening
45.1 In Residential Districts, the maximum height of a fence as measured from grade shall be:
a. 1.8m for that portion of the fence which does not extend beyond the front portion of the
principal building on the lot;
b. 0.9m for that portion of the fence which extends beyond the front portion of the principal
building on the lot;
c. In the case of corner lots, 0.9m within the corner visibility triangle; and,
d. If in the opinion of the Development Authority, where a lot is in proximity to an arterial
road as identified by the Municipal Development Plan, a solid 2.4m high fence may be
permitted to provide noise attenuation and a visual barrier and will not require a
Development Permit.
45.2 The Development Authority may approve, upon application for a development permit in a non-
residential district, a higher fence or a fence with barbed wire or other security features for
public safety, security, or buffering reasons.
45.3 In the case of through lots, fences shall be of a height satisfactory to the Development Authority
considering fences in the surrounding area and the requirement for screening.
45.4 A garbage collection area, a dumpster, an open storage area, or an outdoor service area,
including any loading and vehicle service area, which is visible from an adjacent site in a
residential district or from a public road other than a lane, shall be screened using a solid fence
such that it visually hides the area from the adjacent site or road, to a height of 1.9m.
45.5 When a non-residential lot shares a property line with a lot designated as a Residential District,
a continuous screen of 2.0m in height is required. If planting is used;
a. It shall include a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees with at least 60% of these trees
being coniferous;
b. It shall include trees which are 2.0m in height when planted and at least 6.0m in height at
maturity; and,
c. It may include shrubs in addition to trees provided that the shrubs are at least 2.0m in
height at maturity.
45.6 Where a Medium or High Density Residential District shares a property line with a Commercial
District, a PUL or Reserve Lands, breaks may be provided in the screen to facilitate pedestrian
connections between sites.
45.7 Any parking lot having eight or more parking spaces that is visible from an adjoining site in a
Residential or Commercial District, or from a public roadway other than a lane shall be
sufficiently screened to provide substantial interruption of the view of the parking area from
any adjoining Residential or Commercial District or public roadway.
45.8 For bulk outdoor storage, including but not limited to auto wrecking, lumber yards, pipe storage
and similar uses, where because of height of materials stored, a fence, earth berm or
combination thereof, with sufficient height to substantially block the view at a distance of
61.0m shall be required. City of Grande Prairie Page 21 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 46 Garage Suites
46.1 A garage suite may only be developed on a lot with a minimum lot width of 12.2m.
46.2 Only one (1) garage suite may be developed in conjunction with a principal dwelling.
46.3 Garage Suite neighbourhood distribution will be limited based on allowing no more than a
maximum of three (3) Garage Suites and/or Secondary Suites within a 50m radius surrounding
and including the proposed property, and no more than two (2) Garage Suites or Secondary
Suites in a row will be permitted. A proposed Garage Suite or Secondary Suite will not be
permitted if it renders an approved Garage Suite or Secondary Suite a non-conforming use
based on this limit. The 50m radius will be measured from any part of the property boundary.
The 50m radius will also be measured from any Garage Suite or Secondary Suite that falls within
the 50m radius of the subject property to determine whether the proposed development would
render an existing one non-conforming. All lots contained wholly or in part within the 50m
radius will be included in this calculation.
(Bylaw C-1260-119 - April 20, 2020)
46.4 A garage suite shall have a maximum of two (2) bedrooms.
46.5 One (1) on-site parking space shall be provided for each bedroom contained in a garage suite in
addition to the parking requirements for the principal dwelling pursuant to Part Nine of this
Bylaw.
46.6 Parking stalls for the garage suite shall be available for the exclusive and unrestricted use of the
occupant(s) of the garage suite.
46.7 Locating garage suite parking stalls in tandem with the parking stalls required for the principal
dwelling is not permitted. However, if multiple parking stalls are required for the garage suite,
these can be arranged in a tandem parking configuration.
46.8 The floor area of a garage suite including mechanical rooms shall be no less than 30m2
and no
more than the floor area of the garage.
46.9 A lot with a single detached dwelling shall only be permitted to have one (1) of the following:
a. A garage suite;
b. A secondary suite; or
c. A Home Business.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
46.10 The garage suite shall not be separated from the principal dwelling through a condominium
conversion or subdivision.
46.11 The maximum height for a garage containing a garage suite is the maximum height allowed for a
single detached dwelling in the district.
46.12 The minimum side yard for a garage containing a garage suite shall be:
a. For that portion of a detached garage that contains a garage suite, the same as that for
the principal dwelling;
b. On a corner lot where a garage containing a garage suite abuts a flanking public roadway,
other than a lane, the required side yard shall not be less than that provided for the
principal structure.
46.13 The minimum distance between a detached garage containing a garage suite and the principal
dwelling on the same site shall be 2.4m.
46.14 Windows contained within the garage suite portion of the detached garage shall be placed and
sized such that they minimize overlooking into yards and windows of abutting properties
through one (1) or more of the following: City of Grande Prairie Page 22 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
a. Off-setting window placement to limit direct views of abutting rear or side yard amenity
areas, or direct view into a garage suite window on an abutting site;
b. Strategic placement of windows in conjunction with landscaping or the placement of other
accessory buildings; and,
c. Placing larger windows such as living room windows, to face a lane, a flanking road, or the
larger of any side yard abutting another property.
46.15 No decks or balconies on garage suite roofs shall be allowed.
46.16 Where garage suites are discretionary within the applicable district, the Development Authority
may exercise discretion in considering a garage suite having regard to:
a. Compatibility of the garage suite with the siting, grade elevations, height, roof slopes,
building types and materials characteristic of surrounding low density ground-oriented
housing and development;
b. The effect on the privacy of adjacent properties; and
c. Any policies or guidelines for garage suites contained in a Statutory Plan for the area.
46.17 A garage suite in existence prior to July 13, 2015, which does not have a valid Development
Permit, is exempt from the provisions in Section 46.3, provided that the owner obtains a
Development Permit and all other necessary permits and approvals in respect of the garage
suite prior to July 13, 2017.
46.18 Applicants must prove to the satisfaction of the Development Authority that a secondary suite
existed prior to July 13, 2015. Methods of verification may include the following:
a. Past rent cheques or lease agreements;
b. Utility bills for both units;
c. Assessment roll information; or
d. Past real estate listings.
46.19 Where the locations of garage suites and/or secondary suites have been approved in an
adopted Outline Plan in accordance with the criteria in Section 46.3, Development Permits
issued for garage suites and/or secondary suites through this Bylaw shall be consistent with
those locations shown in the adopted Outline Plan.
(Bylaw C-1260-40 - July 13, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 23 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 47 Garbage Enclosures
47.1 Garbage and waste material shall be stored in weatherproof and animal-proof containers in
accordance with the Utility Bylaw.
47.2 In addition to the requirements of Section 45.4, in the IB, MHC, PS, RM, RH and all Commercial
Districts, all outdoor garbage containers and enclosures shall be:
a. Designed or screened to the satisfaction of the Development Authority; and,
b. Located to the side or rear of the principal building on the site. City of Grande Prairie Page 24 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 48 High Visibility Corridor Overlay
The redevelopment of existing buildings and facilities as well as all new developments are subject to
the requirements of the High Visibility Corridor Overlay as per Schedule C.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 25 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 49 Home Business
49.1 Both a development permit and a business license are required for a Home Business; whereas
only a business license is required for a Home Office.
49.2 A development permit does not exempt the applicant from compliance with federal or
provincial health or licensing regulations or any other City permit requirements.
49.3 If the Home Business relocates, a new application is required.
49.4 A maximum of one (1) Home Business and one (1) Home Office is allowed per dwelling. The
area occupied by the Home Business and the Home Office cannot exceed 30% of the gross
cumulative area of the principal dwelling and accessory buildings. The total area used cannot
exceed 60m2
:
49.5 Home Businesses are discretionary uses and may be considered for single detached dwellings
and all other residential dwelling units except for secondary suites and boarding houses.
49.6 As part of the application process for a Home Business, the application shall be circulated to the
adjacent landowners as identified by the Development Authority as per Section 21.2.
49.7 A Home Business shall not be approved if, in the opinion of the Development Authority, it would
be more appropriately located in a commercial or industrial district regarding, among other
matters, potential traffic generation and potential interference with the residential character of
the area.
49.8 Home Businesses shall not have more than one (1) customer at the dwelling at any time.
Customer traffic generation shall be in accordance with Sections 49.11 and 49.13.
49.9 The development permit for a Home Business may be reviewed for compliance with this Bylaw
by the Development Authority at any time. If, at that time, any of the requirements for the
Home Business are not complied with, the Development Authority may revoke the
Development Permit.
49.10 For the purpose of a Home Business or Home Office, the location of a business is the address at
which the operations of the business are managed.
49.11 A food catering Home Business may establish one additional kitchen provided that its
installation is required by the Health Authority.
49.12 All home businesses shall comply with the following standards:
Standard Home Office Home Business
a) Maximum Area 25% of the gross floor area of the
principal dwelling, including the area of
the basement, up to a maximum of
20m2
.
30% of the total combined gross floor
area of the principal dwelling and
accessory buildings. The total area
used cannot exceed 50m2
.
b) Structural Alterations Must comply with local bylaws and the
Alberta Building Code.
Must comply with local bylaws and the
Alberta Building Code.
c) Exterior Impact Shall not create any nuisance and shall
preserve the privacy and the enjoyment
of adjacent residences and the
neighbourhood.
Shall not create any nuisance and shall
preserve the privacy and the enjoyment
of adjacent residences and the
neighbourhood. City of Grande Prairie Page 26 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Standard Home Office Home Business
d) Equipment and/or
Material Storage
No exterior storage of supplies
associated with the Home Office.
No exterior storage of equipment or
materials associated with the business.
Any equipment must be stored off-site
and proof of storage agreement must
be provided to the Development
Authority. Only one (1) utility trailer
used in conjunction with the home
business not exceeding 2,000kg
maximum gross vehicle weight, 4.0m in
length and 2.0m in height can be
parked in the garage or in the backyard.
In addition, the utility trailer may be
parked on the driveway in the front
yard or side yards provided it does not
occupy or obstruct access to any
required off-street parking, it is located
no closer than 1.52m from the interior
edge of the sidewalk or where no
sidewalk exists from the curb, and it is
not parked within any corner visibility
triangle.
e) Customer Traffic
Generation
No Home Office related vehicle trips. A maximum of six (6) home business
related vehicle round trips per day,
commercial deliveries allowed only
during restricted hours [vehicle shall
not exceed 5,000kg (GVW)].
f) Parking Spaces No additional parking required. An additional on-site paved parking
space on top of those required under
Table 72-5 - Parking Requirements for
Residential Developments is required if
there are customers or if there is an
employee or a utility trailer associated
with the Home Business.
g) Employees Only those who reside within the
residence.
May employ a maximum of one non-
resident employee. Additional non-
resident employees may be employed
off-site, but not visit the residence for
business reasons.
h) Business-Related
Vehicles
One (1) commercially licensed vehicle
up to 5,000kg (GVW).
(Bylaw C-1260-61-December 12, 2016)
One (1) commercially licensed vehicle
up to 5,000kg (GVW).
(Bylaw C-1260-61-December 12, 2016)
i) Signage No signs permitted other than signs on
the vehicle.
One (1) non-illuminated identification
sign, no larger than 0.3m2
.
49.13 Uses that are not permitted as Home Businesses or Home Offices include, but are not limited to:
a. Adult Entertainment Facilities;
b. Dating and Escort Service;
c. Automotive, industrial or recreational vehicle sales, rentals, storage, services or repairs;
d. Industrial uses, including but not limited to welding, metal works, salvaging, recycling,
warehousing, cabinet making or furniture making; City of Grande Prairie Page 27 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
e. Storage of hazardous, noxious or dangerous goods; or
f. Animal services conducted at the home. This does not include Animal Services, Off-Site;
g. Notwithstanding Subsection 49.12(f), pet grooming is permitted as a Home Business,
subject to the following:
No veterinary services to be provided on the premises;
No breeding, boarding or overnight accommodation of pets be permitted on the
premises; and
No pets that are brought into the premises for grooming shall be permitted outside
of the dwelling.
h. Home Businesses utilizing large power tools and machinery or requiring external venting,
vacuums, blowers or exhaust ports;
i. Any Home Business utilizing radio transmission equipment;
j. The sale, storage or service of firearms, fireworks or ammunition;
k. Any use that creates noise, vibration, smoke, dust, odour, air pollution, heat, glare, bright
light, hazardous or unacceptable waste, electrical, or television or radio interference, at or
beyond the boundaries of the building, or beyond the unit walls within a multi-attached
dwelling or an apartment building containing the Home Business.
49.14 All Home Business customer vehicle trips shall be restricted to:
a. Monday to Saturday between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm; and,
b. Sundays and Statutory Holidays between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 28 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 50 Lighting
50.1 Outdoor lighting provided for security, display or attraction purposes for any development shall
be arranged so that no direct rays of light are directed at any adjoining site or interfere with the
effectiveness of any traffic control device, and shall comply with the following provisions:
a. Except in the IG and IH Districts, no light structure shall exceed a height of 7.6m;
b. Except in the IG and IH Districts, no light shall be attached to a structure above a height of
6.1m along that structure;
c. On Commercial, Industrial, Multi-Family sites located adjacent to Low Density Residential
sites, the developer shall provide a plan indicating the location of all exterior lights,
including the projected light patterns in relation to the low density residential sites;
d. On Commercial, Industrial, Multi-Family sites located adjacent to Low Density Residential
sites, flashing lights shall be prohibited within 30m of an adjacent residential site; and,
e. No flashing or strobe, or revolving lights shall be installed on any structure or site, which
are red, green, amber or blue or other such colour that may impact the safety of motorists
using adjacent public roadways.
50.2 At the discretion of the Development Authority, a comprehensive Lighting Plan may be required
for the site prepared by a qualified Electrical Engineer who is a member in good standing with
APEGA. The plan should consider the following:
a. That lighting should create an identity for the parking lot, enhance adjacent roads and
pedestrian environments and be appropriate to the location, context and scale of the
areas being lit;
b. Using different luminaries with a coordinated appearance to light pedestrian pathways,
parking spaces, drive aisles, building and site entrances and other relevant site features;
c. Balancing the need for safety and security with the reduction of energy consumption and
light pollution by:
Ensuring all parking spaces and circulation routes are well-lit;
Installing lighting that is appropriately scaled to its purpose and avoids over
lighting;
Directing light downward and avoid light overspill on adjacent properties, streets
and open spaces;
Using energy efficient fixtures and bulbs whenever possible;
Considering lighting elements for their aesthetic and design value, not simply their
cost, lighting function or ease of maintenance; and,
Coordinating the location of lighting with pedestrian routes, tree planting and other
landscaping. City of Grande Prairie Page 29 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 51 Multiple Uses
51.1 When any land or building is used for more than one purpose, all provisions of this Bylaw
relating to each use shall be satisfied. If there are conflicts between standards for individual
uses, the more stringent standards shall prevail, unless approved otherwise.
51.2 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-124 - October 19, 2020. City of Grande Prairie Page 30 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 52 Objects Prohibited or Restricted in Yards
52.1 No person shall keep or permit in any yard in any residential district anything which, in the
opinion of the Development Authority is unsafe, unsightly or adversely affects the amenities of
the district. This includes any excavation, stockpiling or storage of materials, explosives,
flammable liquids, diesel fuel or gasoline products other than those typically required for home
use.
52.2 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-53 - April 4, 2016.
52.3 A municipal tag may be issued to the vehicle owner in violation of Sections 52.1.
(Bylaw C-1260-53 - April 4, 2016)
52.4 No occupant of a principal dwelling in a Residential District shall permit a recreational vehicle to
be utilized for living or sleeping accommodation for more than fourteen (14) days a year.
(Bylaw C-1260-53 - April 4, 2016)
52.5 Service of a Municipal Tag shall be sufficient if it is:
a. personally served;
b. attached to the vehicle in respect of which an offence is alleged to have been committed;
c. sent by ordinary mail to the address of the Registered Owner of the vehicle; or
d. left for the defendant at their residence with a person who appears to be at least eighteen
(18) years of age.
52.6 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-53 - April 4, 2016.
52.7 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-53 - April 4, 2016.
52.8 Despite Section 52.1, a shipping/storage container may be permitted in a side or rear yard in a
residential district for up to, but not exceeding 60 days.
(Bylaw C-1260-4 - December 9, 2013)
52.9 Unless otherwise noted, an Accessory Building or Structure shall not be permitted within the
front yard in any land use district.
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 31 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 53 Permitted Encroachments
53.1 With the approval of the Development Authority, the following features may be located within
or project onto or into the required yard setbacks providing the structure is designed in
accordance to the Alberta Building Code and is not subject to the requirements of Section 19 of
this Bylaw:
a. Eaves, chimneys, belt courses, cantilevers and any other similar architectural feature
provided that such projections do not exceed the following:
0.6m into any required side yard setback of 1.2m;
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
1.2m into a required yard setback of 3.0m or greater; or
50% of any building elevation may be a cantilevered projection;
b. Balconies, provided that they do not project more than 1.5m into the required front yard
setback;
c. Balconies, Verandas, Porches, and Decks may encroach up to 1.5m into any required front
yard setback in any provided they are deemed to be compatible with the character of
adjacent properties as determined by the Development Authority;
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
d. Man-made ponds, landscape ornaments, flag poles 4.6m or less in height or similar
landscaping features.;
e. Any loading space required under the provisions of this Bylaw if it is not in a required front
yard;
f. An exterior fire escape if it does not encroach more than 1.2m into any required yard. City of Grande Prairie Page 32 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 54 Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Facility
54.1 Purpose
The purpose of this section is to establish a procedure and recommended standards where a
telecommunication carrier is required to consult with The City for the siting of a new antenna
system, or alteration of an existing system, that is regulated by Industry Canada.
54.2 Requirement to Consult with the City of Grande Prairie
Industry Canada’s Client Procedures Circular CPC-2-0-03 “Radiocommunication and
Broadcasting Antenna Systems” provides for proponents of antenna systems to consult with the
municipality regarding proposals to install, or make changes to, antenna systems, subject to
certain exclusions.
54.3 Development Considerations
When a request for a new antenna system or alteration to an existing system is received, the
following provisions apply:
a. The City encourages the co-location of antennas on existing masts or towers, or mounted
on existing structures. All carriers proposing to locate an antenna system within the City
should first contact all other carriers providing similar services in the City to consider
locating on an existing structure, prior to submitting a notification package to the
Development Officer;
(Bylaw C-1260-61 - December 12, 2016)
b. If demonstrated to be impractical to locate on an existing structure, the City encourages
the placement of new antenna systems in commercial or industrial areas, in order to
protect residential neighbourhoods. Preferred setback will be at least six (6) times the
tower height to the boundary of a residential land use district, measured from the tower
base, or the outside perimeter of a supporting structure, whichever is greater;
c. New antenna systems will not be supported in front yards or where they will negatively
impact the High Visibility Corridor. The proposed placement should also minimise any
impact on the natural environment;
d. Where a new tower or mast is proposed for an antenna system, the City encourages the
use of monopole design to reduce the visual impact of the structure and supports the use
of camouflage techniques that will assist blend the tower and associated structures into
the surrounding built and natural environment;
e. Where antennae and/or utility shelters are proposed on the roof of an existing building,
they should be set back from the edge of roof line in order to minimise the visual impact
from ground level;
f. No signage, other than signage required for regulatory or safety purposes should be
mounted on a telecommunication tower;
g. The City encourages the use of protective anti climb fencing around new masts or towers.
54.4 Application Submission Requirements
When a proponent is required to consult with the City regarding a telecommunication facility,
the proponent shall submit the applicable fee to the Development Authority, together with an
information package, which shall include:
a. Written documentation of attempts to co-locate on existing antenna supporting
structures within the City, including building rooftops and responses received from
operators of existing telecommunication facilities, or building owners contacted;
b. For a new freestanding mast or tower proposal, a site plan showing the proposed location
dimensions and design of the mast or tower and any associated structures or buildings;
c. For a new freestanding mast or tower proposal, written confirmation that the applicant
will support any requests for future co-sharing of the proposed mast or tower; City of Grande Prairie Page 33 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
d. Proposed landscaping scheme, including fencing details confirming the height, design and
materials to be used;
e. For the siting of a new antenna and any associated structures on existing buildings,
towers or masts, details of the proposed size, siting and design of the antenna and
associated structures.
54.5 Public Consultation Requirements
For Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Facilities the following public consultation
requirements shall apply:
a. Where not exempt from consultation, as prescribed by Industry Canada, a proponent shall
follow the default public consultation process for the local public, as outlined in Section
4.2 of Industry Canada’s Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems Circular;
b. In addition to the Industry Canada requirement for surrounding property owners to be
mailed a notification package containing the applicant’s proposal, the City encourages the
applicant to also arrange an open house in order to engage the surrounding landowners in
the consultation process to the greatest extent possible;
c. The Development Officer will require a public consultation summary from the applicant
prior to submitting a report to the City’s Committee. The summary shall include a list of
property owners notified, responses received and the applicant’s measures taken to
address any reasonable and relevant concerns received; and
d. The applicant is required to pay all costs associated with the public consultation process,
including advertising for and hosting open house sessions for neighbourhood
consultations.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
54.6 Processing of Applicant’s Request
The Development Officer shall present a report to the Committee, outlining the results of the
public consultation process and suitability of the applicant’s request based on the land use
considerations in this Section. The Development Officer shall provide a recommendation of
support, or non-support for the request. Upon review of the request, the Committee shall
direct that a letter of attestation be provided to Industry Canada either in support, or opposition
to the applicant’s request.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 34 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 55 Relocation or Demolition of Buildings
55.1 No person shall relocate a building or structure or portion thereof, onto a site without first
obtaining a development permit for the relocated building or structure. The relocated building
or structure shall comply with the appropriate district regulations.
55.2 Excepting a manufactured home, a relocated building or structure shall be considered a
discretionary use in all residential districts.
55.3 In the case of demolition of a building on a site, a development permit may be required, at the
discretion of the Development Authority, where the demolition is likely to result in change of
use or change in intensity of use on the site. The development permit may require the owner of
the site to address reclamation of the site, removal or restriction of access, and other such
issues deemed appropriate by the Development Authority. City of Grande Prairie Page 35 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 56 Residential Conversion
56.1 In considering any application for a conversion of a single detached, semi-detached or duplex
dwelling to an office use in the Residential Transition District or a Commercial District, the
Development Authority shall ensure that:
a. Parking is provided in accordance with Part Nine of this Bylaw;
b. Where the conversion involves exterior renovation, the height and site coverage of the
renovation is similar to that of the surrounding properties;
c. Landscaping is provided in accordance with Part Eight of this Bylaw; and,
d. Exterior lighting is in accordance with Section 50.
56.2 Development Authority shall consider, in addition to other matters, the following in reviewing
an application pursuant to this Section:
a. Whether approval would result in a concentration of such conversions which may alter the
residential character of the area;
b. Whether the level of activity resulting from a proposed minor office use of the proposed
conversion will generate traffic levels and off-site parking in excess of the normal capacity
of the adjacent roadway; and
c. Whether pedestrian movements will be adversely affected by the proposed conversion.
56.3 As part of the development permit referral process, adjacent property owners shall be asked for
comment.
56.4 The Development Authority shall consider the provisions of any applicable Area Redevelopment
Plan. City of Grande Prairie Page 36 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 57 Secondary Suites
57.1 A secondary suite may only be developed on a lot with a minimum lot width of 11m where lane
access is provided and a minimum lot width of 12.2m where no lane access is provided.
57.2 Only one (1) secondary suite may be developed in conjunction with a principal dwelling.
57.3 Secondary Suite neighbourhood distribution will be limited based on allowing no more than a
maximum of three (3) Secondary Suites and/or Garage Suites within a 50m radius surrounding
and including the proposed property, and no more than two (2) Secondary Suites or Garage
Suites in a row will be permitted. A proposed Garage Suite or Secondary Suite will not be
permitted if it renders an approved Garage Suite or Secondary Suite a non-conforming use
based on this limit. The 50m radius will be measured from any part of the property boundary.
The 50m radius will also be measured from any Garage Suite or Secondary Suite that falls within
the 50m radius of the subject property to determine whether the proposed development would
render an existing one non-conforming. All ots contained wholly or in part within the 50m
radius will be included in this calculation.
(Bylaw C-1260-119 - April 20, 2020)
57.4 Secondary suites shall be accessory and subordinate to the principal dwelling. The maximum
floor area occupied by a secondary suite shall not exceed 40% of the gross floor area of the
single detached dwelling, excluding the garage floor area and common space, or 80m2
whichever is smaller.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016)
57.5 A secondary suite shall have a maximum of two (2) bedrooms.
57.6 A lot with a single detached dwelling shall only be permitted to have one (1) of the following:
a. A secondary suite;
b. A garage suite; or
c. A Home Business.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
57.7 A secondary suite is not permitted to have a Home Business.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
57.8 The secondary suite shall not be subject to separation of title from the principal dwelling
through a condominium conversion or subdivision.
57.9 A secondary suite shall be developed in such a manner that the exterior aesthetics of the
building containing the secondary suite shall appear as a single detached dwelling.
57.10 A secondary suite shall have a separate entrance from the entrance to the principal dwelling,
either from a common indoor landing or directly from the exterior of the structure. The
entrance to the secondary suite shall not open into a garage.
57.11 One (1) on-site parking stall shall be provided for each bedroom contained in a secondary suite
in addition to the parking requirements for the principal dwelling pursuant to Part Nine of this
Bylaw.
57.12 Parking stalls for the secondary suite shall be available and maintained for the exclusive and
unrestricted use of the occupant(s) of the secondary suite.
57.13 Locating secondary suite parking stalls in tandem with the parking stalls required for the
principal dwelling are not allowed. However, if multiple parking stalls are required for the
secondary suite, these can be arranged in a tandem parking configuration.
57.14 Parking stalls for the secondary suite shall not be located in a garage, or in tandem with the
parking stalls in the garage unless the garage is divided with a wall and has two (2) separate
overhead doors City of Grande Prairie Page 37 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
57.15 A secondary suite in existence prior to July 13, 2015, which does not have a valid Development
Permit, is exempt from the provisions in Section 57.3, provided that the owner obtains a
Development Permit and all other necessary permits and approvals in respect of the secondary
suite prior to July 13, 2017.
57.16 Applicants must prove to the satisfaction of the Development Authority that a secondary suite
existed prior to July 13, 2015. Methods of verification may include the following:
a. Past rent cheques or lease agreements;
b. Utility bills for both units;
c. Assessment roll information; or
d. Past real estate listings.
57.17 Where the locations of secondary suites and/or garage suites have been approved in an
adopted Outline Plan in accordance with the criteria in Section 57.3, Development Permits
issued for secondary suites and/or garage suites through this Bylaw shall be consistent with
those locations shown in the adopted Outline Plan.
(Bylaw C-1260-40 - July 13, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 38 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 58 Small Wind Energy System
58.1 For the purpose of this section, the following definitions apply:
a. BLADE means an element of a wind energy system rotor, which acts as a single airfoil,
thereby extracting kinetic energy directly from the wind;
b. ROTOR’S ARC means the largest circumferential path travelled by a blade;
c. TOTAL HEIGHT means the height from the grade at the base of the building on which a
Small Wind Energy System is mounted to the highest vertical extension of a Small Wind
Energy System. In the case of a Small Wind Energy System with a horizontal axis rotor,
total height includes the distance from grade to the top of the tower, plus the distance
from the top of the tower to the highest point of the rotor’s arc;
d. TOWER means the structure which supports the rotor.
58.2 A Small Wind Energy System may only be located on the roof of a building.
58.3 Small Wind Energy Systems shall require a development permit.
58.4 In addition to the requirements of Section 17.2, applications for Small Wind Energy Systems
shall include the following information where applicable:
a. The manufacturer’s specifications indicating:
The Small Wind Energy System’s rated output in kilowatts;
Safety features and sound characteristics;
Type of material used in tower, blade, and/or rotor construction; and,
CSA approval;
b. Potential for electromagnetic interference;
c. Nature and function of over speed controls which are provided;
d. Specifications on the foundations and/or anchor design, including location and anchoring
of any guy wires; and/or,
e. Information demonstrating that the system will be used primarily to reduce on-site
consumption of electricity.
58.5 Prior to making a decision on a development application for a Small Wind Energy System, the
Development Authority may refer and consider the input of the following agencies and
departments:
a. Alberta Energy and Utilities Board;
b. Transport Canada; and/or,
c. Navigation Canada.
58.6 The total height of a Small Wind Energy System may exceed the maximum building height of the
district by a maximum of 2.0m.
58.7 Small Wind Energy Systems shall comply with the following standards:
a. There shall be a limit of one (1) small wind energy system per lot;
b. The system’s tower shall be located and screened by landforms, natural vegetation or
other means to minimize visual impacts on neighbouring residences and public roads,
public trails and other public areas;
c. The system’s tower and supporting structures shall be painted a single, neutral, non-
reflective, non-glossy (for example, earth-tones, gray, black) that, to the extent possible,
visually blends the system with the surrounding natural and built environments;
d. The system shall be equipped with manual and automatic over speed controls. The
conformance of rotor and over speed control design and fabrication to good engineering
practices shall be certified by a licensed mechanical, structural or civil engineer;
e. The system shall be operated such that no electro-magnetic interference is caused; City of Grande Prairie Page 39 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
f. The system’s maximum power shall not exceed 3 kW;
g. Wind turbines shall not exceed 60 dBA, or in excess of 5 dBA above the background noise,
whichever is greater. The level, however, may be exceeded during short-term events
including utility outages and severe windstorms; and
h. Brand names or advertising associated with the system or the system’s installation shall
not be visible from any public place. City of Grande Prairie Page 40 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 59 Solar Collectors
59.1 A solar collector may only be located on the wall or roof of a building.
59.2 A solar collector mounted on a roof with a pitch of less than 4:12 may project:
a. A maximum of 0.5m from the surface of a roof, when the solar collector is located 5.0m or
less from a side property line, measured directly due south from any point along the side
property line; and
b. In all other cases, a maximum of 1.3m from the surface of a roof.
59.3 A solar collector mounted on a roof with a pitch of 4:12 or greater, may project a maximum of
1.3m from the surface of a roof.
59.4 A solar collector mounted on a roof must not extend beyond the outermost edge of the roof.
59.5 A solar collector that is mounted on a wall:
a. Must be located a minimum of 2.0m above grade; and,
b. May project a maximum of:
1.5m from the surface of that wall, when the wall is facing a rear property line; and,
In all other cases, 0.6m from the surface of that wall. City of Grande Prairie Page 41 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 60 Subdivision of Land
60.1 If an application for a development permit involves a subdivision of land, no permit will be
issued until a plan of subdivision, being a plan of survey prepared in accordance with the Land
Titles Act, for the land has been registered at the Land Titles Office. City of Grande Prairie Page 42 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 61 Through Lots
61.1 In the case of a through lot, the Development Authority may deem either yard to be the front
yard, but not both. City of Grande Prairie Page 43 of 43 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 62 Transition Between Uses
62.1 Screening is required along the lot lines of all commercial and industrial lots where such lines
abut a residential property line or are adjacent to lanes that abut a neighbouring residential
property. Such screening shall be at least 1.9m in height.
62.2 If Commercial or Industrial yards, or Apartment Building and Multi-attached dwelling yards abut
a RS, RR, RG, RT District, the following requirements shall apply to the abutting yard:
a. No open storage or outdoor display shall be permitted in such yard, unless screened to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority;
b. No parking space shall be permitted in such yard of a RM or RH District within 4.6m of a
lot line;
c. No parking space shall be permitted in such yard of a Commercial District within 6.1m of a
lot line; and,
d. No parking space shall be permitted in such yard of an Industrial District within 10m of the
rear or side lot line.
62.3 Notwithstanding Sections 62.1 and 62.2, screening and abutting yard requirements shall not
apply to a development permit application for a site in the IG District if the site was districted as
such prior to the abutting property being districted low density residential. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Eight Landscaping Requirements
Section 63 Purpose and Applicability
63.1 The purpose of the Landscaping Requirements is to provide an appropriate standard of
aesthetic quality and environmental stewardship within the City.
63.2 Landscaping, in accordance with this Bylaw, shall be a condition for the issuance of a
Development Permit for all new development.
63.3 The provision of landscaping, in accordance with this Bylaw shall be a condition of the issuance
of a Development Permit related to an existing development, if the changes will substantially
enlarge or increase the intensity of use. Substantial enlargements or increases in intensity of
use include, but are not limited to additional floor space, increased seating capacity, or
additional dwelling units.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 64 General
64.1 Districts have specific landscaping requirements outlined in their respective Land Use District
(Section) in Part Ten of this Bylaw. Refer to the Land Use District within Part Ten that applies to
the subject property to determine the Minimum Required Landscaped Area.
64.2 For Districts, other than Direct Control Districts, that do not have specific landscaping
requirements, landscaping shall be in accordance with the standards in Part Eight of this Bylaw.
64.3 The Minimum Required Landscaped Area as required in the respective Land Use District within
Part Ten, shall be permeable surface landscaping. A permeable surface is any treatment that
will allow for water to drain into the ground beneath. This includes, but is not limited to, sod,
woodchip and washed rock if it is part of xeriscaping.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016)
64.4 For multi-attached dwellings, apartments, commercial and industrial uses, perimeter
landscaping is required within any yard that is adjacent to a public road (excluding lanes) or
public use sites, including but not limited to schools and parks. The buffer shall be a minimum of
3m wide. This area is required regardless of whether it exceeds the Minimum Required
Landscaped Area.
64.5 In addition to the Minimum Required Landscaped Area in each district, any portion of the site
not constructed upon or not legally paved to be used for parking shall be landscaped to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority.
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016)
64.6 Areas used to fulfill the Minimum Required Landscaped Area shall not be used for other
purposes including but not limited to parking, vehicular circulation, or loading facilities.
64.7 For applications where the Minimum Required Landscaped Area is less than 500m², the
landscaping details shall be included on the site plan, if no landscape plan is provided.
64.8 The Development Authority shall require a separate landscape plan for any site where the
Minimum Required Landscaped Area exceeds 500m² and it shall be prepared by a Certified
Landscape Designer, Architect or Technologist who is a member in good standing with the
Alberta Association of Landscape Architects or an equivalent Canadian Association.
64.9 The Landscape Plan shall be to a scale of 1:500 or larger and include the following:
a. A North arrow, site dimensions and lot area;
b. The property lines of the site, identification of adjacent land uses, approximate or
estimated location of buildings and landscaping on adjacent sites;
c. All overhead, surface and underground utilities, limits of easements and rights-of-way;
d. The existing and proposed topography;
e. The existing vegetation and indicate whether it is to be retained or removed;
f. The layout of berms, open space, pedestrian circulation, retaining walls, screening, slope
of the land, soft surfaced landscaped areas and hard surfaced landscaped areas;
g. The location, height and materials of all proposed walls, fences and screens;
h. The location of trees and shrubs;
i. A table indicating the required quantities of plant materials;
j. Typical planting details indicating soil depths and mulch types;
k. The common and botanical names, sizes and quantities of plant material and the type of
landscaped areas;
l. Irrigation systems, if proposed; and, City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
m. If City property is being used for temporary storage of landscape materials, indicate the
location and extent. (Note: The express written permission of the City’s Parks Operations
Department is also required).
64.10 Landscaped areas must be provided in accordance with a landscape plan approved by the
Development Authority.
64.11 All landscaped areas must meet the following requirements:
a. Be a soft surfaced or suitable, durable, decorative hard surfaced landscape material.
Suitable hard surfaces may consist of, but are not limited to, paving stone, natural stone
work, rip rap and rock, artificial grass, decorative concrete or architectural features. Hard
surface areas must provide visual or pedestrian amenity and must be augmented with
plant material or provide suitable visual character. The acceptable scope and scale of hard
surface landscape areas is at the discretion of the Development Authority; and,
b. Soft surfaced landscaped areas shall have topsoil to a minimum depth of 150mm.
64.12 All landscaped areas shall be designed to facilitate effective surface drainage and be consistent
with a pre-approved lot grading plan if one was required.
64.13 The Development Authority may require a reduction of the area of hard surface landscaping if
the proposed area would inhibit site drainage.
64.14 If the required landscaped area, or portions thereof, contain native trees and shrubs, the area
may be maintained in its natural vegetated state at the discretion of the Development
Authority. Vegetation preserved on the site may be credited to the total landscaping
requirements, at the discretion of the Development Authority. Consideration must be given to
the following:
a. Ensuring the safety and maintainability of the site and its surroundings;
b. Ensuring the long-term viability of the remaining native vegetation considering the
potential alteration to the site hydrography, disruption of existing native soils, increased
exposure to sun and wind and increased human activity brought about as the result of site
development; and,
c. Compatibility with adjacent land uses and landscaping.
64.15 Existing natural landscaping retained on site may be considered as part of the required
landscaping, with prior written approval of the Development Authority, if the vegetation is
deemed appropriate and is properly protected during construction.
64.16 Naturalized landscapes may be developed where appropriate at the discretion of the
Development Authority. Generally, naturalization would apply to river valley and ravine lands,
major utility and road rights-of-way, adjacent to existing natural areas and in Industrial Districts.
Naturalized landscapes require the following:
a. A landscape plan, prepared in accordance with Part Eight, regardless of the Minimum
Required Landscaped Area;
b. Naturalized landscapes are to be designed to reflect the plant materials, soil types and
topography typical to the Dry Mixedwood or Peace River Parkland Natural Sub-Regions of
Alberta; and
c. The Landscape Architect is to provide any additional specifications and details required for
the installation and establishment of a naturalized landscape on the landscape drawings
when submitted for approval.
64.17 If a landscaped area is provided adjacent to a boulevard, the tree species and planting shall be
similar or complimentary to the existing or future proposed boulevard trees.
64.18 The City boulevard does not count towards the landscaping required by this Bylaw. City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
64.19 Refer to the City of Grande Prairie Design and Construction Manual Section 16 - Landscaping
(www.cityofgp.com) for best practices.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 65 Planting Requirements
65.1 For Districts where there is a minimum required number of trees and shrubs, the required
quantities are specified in Part Ten of this Bylaw. Trees and shrubs shall be provided according
to the following standards:
a. Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the
next lower number shall be taken;
b. The provision of a hard-surface area does not negate the requirements for plant material;
c. Shrubs may be substituted with trees. One (1) tree can replace up to four (4) shrubs.
Trees may not be substituted with shrubs. The substitute tree must be a large stature tree
(a species that reaches 12m in height or higher at maturity);
d. If parcel constraints make the provision of the required number of trees and shrubs
impossible, the cost of providing the deficit number of trees and shrubs may be provided
as cash-in-lieu to the Boulevard Rehabilitation Trust Account through an agreement with
the City. The agreement shall be administered by the City’s Parks Operations Department.
65.2 All plant materials used for landscaping including screening must be of a species capable of
healthy growth in the City and be resilient to specific site location factors (i.e. sun, excessive
wind, shade, road salt, gravel and reasonable maintenance practices). All plant materials must
conform to standards of the Canadian Standards for Nursery Stock, Current Edition of Canadian
Landscape Association (www.canadanursery.com). The use of drought tolerant plant material
and the application of xeriscaping principles are encouraged. The following planting
requirements shall be met in all landscaped areas:
a. A minimum of one-third (1/3) of all required trees must be coniferous trees with a
minimum height of 1.9m at the time of planting;
b. Deciduous trees must have a minimum calliper of 50mm at the time of planting;
c. A minimum of one-third (1/3) of all required shrubs must be coniferous shrubs with a
minimum spread of 350mm or a minimum height of 600mm for upright varieties, at the
time of planting; and,
d. Deciduous shrubs must be a minimum height of 450mm at the time of planting.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 6 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 66 Landscaping for Large Parking Areas
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
66.1 Landscaped islands shall be required within at-grade parking areas with a capacity for 50 or
more vehicles.
66.2 The minimum total area of all landscaped islands in the parking area must be equal to 1.7m² for
every parking stall provided.
66.3 Landscaped islands may be provided as peninsulas that are connected to the buffer landscaping
around the parking lot.
66.4 Landscaped areas within and abutting parking areas are to be contained by a 150mm height
concrete curb or approved alternative. For sunken landscaped areas, gaps in the concrete curb
are permitted to allow for storm water drainage.
66.5 Landscaped islands provided in the parking area shall not be entirely located in one area and
shall be placed within the parking area so as to provide visual relief and break up large areas of
parking into smaller cells.
66.6 The number of trees and shrubs required is one (1) tree for each 20m² and one (1) shrub for
each 10m² of required parking area landscaped island. The number of trees and shrubs within
the landscaping islands may be counted towards the required number of trees and shrubs for
the entire site.
66.7 Trees must be planted with a minimum distance of 1.5m from the centre of the tree to the back
of any curb.
66.8 Parking area landscaped islands shall be designed and located in such a way that the health of
all landscaping in them can be maintained for the life of the principle development.
66.9 Landscaping shall not interfere with parking lot lighting, vehicle and pedestrian sight lines or
increase the opportunity for criminal activity.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 7 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 67 Landscaping Securities
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
67.1 Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 67.4, as a condition of the development permit the
applicant must provide the City with either a certified cheque or Letter of Credit equal to the
total cost of the required landscaping, but not less than $5,000.00. The amount shall be
determined by the Development Authority based on the approved landscape plan. The quoted
landscaping costs must be valid for the work requested by either the applicant or the City. The
amount shall include the cost of the following:
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020)
a. Rough grading of landscaped area;
b. Minimum of 150mm of topsoil and sod or seed;
c. Trees and shrubs in accordance with this Bylaw; and,
d. 150mm height concrete curb separating landscaped areas and parking areas
67.2 Pursuant to Section 67.1, the conditions of the security shall be:
a. 60% of the certified cheque or Letter of Credit will be released once the Development
Authority has confirmed compliance to the Development Permit;
b. The balance of the certified cheque or Letter of Credit shall be released to the applicant,
upon written request, once an inspection of the site demonstrates to the satisfaction of
the Development Authority that the landscaping has been well maintained and is in a
healthy condition two (2) growing seasons after completion of landscaping. The
inspection shall take place within ten (10) business days of receipt of the written request
subject to seasonal conditions. If the Development Authority is not satisfied that the
landscaping meets the requirements a re-inspection fee shall be required for subsequent
inspections;
c. The applicant shall replace all required landscaping that does not survive the two (2) year
maintenance period with a suitable, similar material; and,
d. If landscaping is not completed within the time-period specified in Section 24.7.1 the
certified cheque or proceeds of the Letter of Credit may be used by the City to undertake
the landscaping. If funds are insufficient to cover the cost of the work the deficiency shall
be a debt due from the applicant to the City.
(Bylaw C-1260-93 - July 16, 2018)
67.3 In the event that seasonal conditions prohibit the completion of landscaping, the parcel shall
have all landscaping completed for August 1 of the following growing season.
67.4 To ensure compliance with Part Eight of this Bylaw and at the discretion of the Development
Authority, the City may enter into an agreement with the registered property owner. The City
may register the agreement by way of caveat under the Land Title Act against the property
being developed. As a condition of the agreement, the owner/developer will be required to
provide security in accordance to Section 67.1. This caveat shall be discharged when the
Development Authority accepts the landscaping as complete.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Nine Parking and Loading Facilities
Section 68 General Provisions for Parking and Loading
68.1 The following requirements shall apply to all parking and loading facilities required by this
Bylaw. Notwithstanding the requirements of this part, specific rules contained in any land use
district shall govern the parking and loading requirements for that district.
68.2 Where access/egress to public roadways is to be provided to a particular land utilizing vehicles
of 10.0m or greater in length, the applicant may be required to provide diagrams acceptable to
the City, to determine that appropriate access/egress geometrics to the site are in accordance
to accepted transportation standards.
68.3 Where parking and/or loading spaces are required as a condition of a development permit, the
owner of the building shall provide the required parking and loading spaces at or before the
time of occupancy of the building.
68.4 Parking areas that are intended for public use shall only be used for the temporary parking of
motor vehicles and, shall not be used for extended storage of motor vehicles, and without
restricting the generality of the foregoing, no person shall permit a motor vehicle to be parked
in a public parking area for a period in excess of 24 hours. Vehicles for sale are not permitted in
areas intended for a principal use.
68.5 Parking areas and loading spaces shall be designed and located so as to minimize any disruption
to the continuity of the pedestrian system and adjacent public roadways.
68.6 To facilitate the determination of parking requirements, a parking assessment prepared to a
professional standard acceptable to the Development Authority, may be required to document
the parking demand and supply characteristics associated with the proposed development. The
City shall not be bound by any recommendations of such a parking assessment, but may
consider such recommendations in exercising discretion to allow a reduction of the minimum
number of spaces specified in this Bylaw.
68.7 The Development Authority may refuse to grant a development permit to an applicant not fully
complying with parking requirements. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 69 Parking for Residential Uses
69.1 All parking stalls and loading spaces required by this Bylaw shall be located on the same site as
the use requiring them. At no time shall a parking stall or loading space encroach onto the
adjacent property.
69.2 For new single detached, semi-detached dwellings and duplex dwellings, the required parking
stalls shall:
a. Be accessible from a public road; and,
b. Be hard surfaced within one (1) year of completion of the development.
69.3 Unless otherwise authorized by the Development Authority, only those areas approved for
parking shall be hard surfaced and/or utilised for parking of motor vehicles.
69.4 Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-53 - April 4, 2016.
69.5 Unless otherwise stated in this Bylaw, parking areas required for multi-family buildings shall be
hard surfaced prior to occupancy.
69.6 In the event seasonal conditions prohibit the completion of hard surfacing, the lot shall be
compacted and maintained in a manner to allow access by emergency vehicles and all hard
surfacing shall be completed prior to August 1 of the following year.
69.7 The applicant may be required to provide an irrevocable Letter of Credit, Letter of Intent or
other form of security acceptable to the Development Authority to guarantee completion of
hard surfacing.
69.8 To ensure compliance, and if the Development Authority deems it appropriate, the City may
register a caveat under the Land Titles Act against the property being developed. This caveat
shall be discharged when the Development Authority accepts the hard surfacing as complete. City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 70 Parking for Non-Residential Uses
70.1 At the discretion of the Development Authority, the applicant may be allowed to provide some
or all required parking spaces on property located remotely, but no further than 100m from the
nearest point of the site of the development served by the parking (“remote site”), measured
along public sidewalks and cross walks.
70.2 If required vehicle parking spaces are to be provided on a remote site:
a. The remote site shall be located in a district that allows parking lot or structures;
b. If the applicant is the owner of the remote site, the owner shall covenant that the remote
site shall be used for parking as long as required under this Bylaw, and the applicant shall
pay the full cost of the preparation of such covenant and registration against the title to
the remote site;
c. The applicant shall give priority for any on-site parking to visitor use and provide staff
parking on the remote site;
d. The applicant shall ensure that there is a public walkway from the remote site to the
development;
e. Remote parking on the remote site shall be developed at the same time and to the same
standard as on-site parking;
f. Vehicle parking on the remote site shall be subject to all setbacks and yard requirements
specified elsewhere in this Bylaw; and,
g. If the applicant does not own the remote site, it shall be secured through a lease to the
applicant, acceptable to the Development Authority, for a minimum of ten years. The
applicant must register the lease by caveat.
70.3 The location of on-site parking on a school site shall be to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority.
70.4 If a parking area is located on a site immediately adjacent to a Residential District, the parking
lot shall be designed as required by Section 68.
70.5 Parking spaces shall not be located in the required landscaped area in the front yard of a site
with the exception of existing sites at the discretion of the Development Authority.
70.6 In the event seasonal conditions prohibit the completion of hard surfacing, the lot shall be
compacted and maintained in a manner to allow access by emergency vehicles until the hard
surfacing has been completed.
70.7 All hard surfacing shown on the approved site plan should be completed prior to the occupancy
of the building. In the event that the hard surfacing in not completed at the time of building
occupancy, the applicant will be required to provide an irrevocable Letter of Credit or certified
cheque to the Development Authority to guarantee completion of the hard surfacing. The hard
surfacing securities shall be in the amount required to complete all outstanding hard surfacing
shown on the approved site plan.
70.8 To ensure compliance, and if the Development Authority deems it appropriate, the City may
register a caveat under the Land Titles Act against the property being developed. This caveat
shall be discharged when the Development Authority accepts the hard surfacing as complete.
(Bylaw C-1260-107 - July 15, 2019) City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 71 Parking Requirements
71.1 All parking spaces, loading spaces, manoeuvring aisles and driveways shall be hard surfaced and
maintained to the satisfaction of the Development Authority:
a. Where access to a site is provided by a paved public roadway, the parking area that is
required for parking, access/egress and circulation shall also be hard surfaced; and
b. Access/egress from a paved public roadway to a storage area shall have a paved apron
extending from the property line 15m into the subject site for the entire width of the
access. Such an access shall be gated to prevent public access.
71.2 A parking lot shall be designed, located and constructed so that it:
a. Is accessible to and appropriate for types of vehicles using it and the frequency of use;
and,
b. Does not interfere with or potentially impact pedestrian or vehicle traffic on adjacent
public roadways.
71.3 Size of Parking Stalls and Drive Aisles:
a. Unless otherwise allowed by the Development Authority, the minimum dimensions for the
design of parking facilities shall be as set out in Table 71-1 - Parking Stall Design Standards;
b. Parking dimensions for parking angles between 90 degrees and 45 degrees shall be
calculated using a straight-line interpolation between dimensions;
c. Maneuvering aisles and drive aisles serving as fire lanes shall be at least 6.0m wide and
shall be clearly posted to the satisfaction of the Grande Prairie Fire Department and
maintained by the developer and/or owner;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
d. Drive aisle intended for two-way movements by motor vehicles exceeding 7.6m in length
shall be at least 9.3m wide;
e. Driveways intended for two-way movements by other motor vehicles shall be at least
6.7m wide;
f. Parking stalls shall be clear of all obstructions, other than wheel stops;
g. The maximum slope of a parking stall shall not exceed 4% in any direction; and,.
h. Drive aisles shall have no more than 25 consecutive stalls (40 for double sided aisles).
Aisles shall be broken up by landscaping features or sidewalks at least 5m in length
measured in the direction of the aisle. City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Table 71-1 - Parking Stall Design Standards
Stall Width
a
Parking Angle
(in Degrees)
b
Aisle Width
c
Stall Depth
Perpendicular to
Aisle d
Parking Unit
Depth
e
7.0m 00
(Parallel)
3.5m (One Way)
7.0m (Two Way)
2.9m
6.4 m (One Way, one-sided)
9.3m (One Way, two-sided)
12.8 m (Two Way)
2.7m
2.9m
3.05m
450
4.0m
3.8m
3.7m
6.1m
16.0m
15.8m
15.7m
2.7m
2.9m
3.05m
600
5.5m
5.3m
5.2m
6.4m
18.3m
18.1m
18.0m
2.7m
2.9m
3.05m
900
7.3m
7.0m
6.7m
5.8m
18.9m
18.6m
18.3m
(Bylaw C-1260-4 - December 9, 2013)
Figure 71-1 - Illustration of Parking Standard Dimensions (relate to column headings above)
71.4 The portion or portions of a parking lot used for parking must:
a. Be marked off or physically divided to delineate clearly each parking stall, loading space or
drive aisle; for stalls less than 3.0m wide, the stalls shall be separated by painted double
lines 0.6m apart with the space between the double lines included as part of the stall
width in Table 71-1; and,
b. Have suitable barriers to prevent vehicles from encroaching onto landscaped areas and to
protect fences, walls or buildings. City of Grande Prairie Page 6 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Figure 71-2 - Example of painted double lines for stalls less than 3.0m wide
71.5 Wheel stops shall be provided where a sidewalk is at the end of a stall (except parallel stalls) or
the stall length can be shortened by 0.75m and the sidewalk can be widened by 0.75m. Where
wheel stops are provided, they shall not exceed 100mm in height above the parking stall surface
and shall be placed perpendicular to the parking stall depth, 0.6m from the front of the parking
stall. City of Grande Prairie Page 7 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 72 Number of Parking Stalls Required
72.1 Where the calculation of the required number of parking stalls or loading spaces results in a
fraction number of parking spaces, the next lower number shall be taken.
72.2 Where a development falls within two (2) or more of the categories listed in this Section, it shall
comply with all parking regulations applicable to all of the categories.
72.3 Parking stall requirements for uses other than those set out in this Section shall be determined
by the Development Authority, having regard to similar uses for which specific parking stall
requirements are set.
72.4 Visitor parking stalls required for residential developments shall be signed accordingly.
72.5 Unless otherwise allowed by the Development Authority, the number of parking stalls required
for a use shall be as set forth in the following tables, where Gross Floor Area = GFA and Dwelling
Unit = du.
72.6 For the purposes of minimum parking requirements defined in Table 72-3 - Parking
Requirements for Business Related Uses, a service bay is an indoor area where motor vehicles
are parked in order to be serviced. Each service bay typically has a vehicle hoist or under-body
access pit.
72.7 For the purposes of minimum parking requirements defined in Table 72-3 - Parking
Requirements for Business Related Uses, a unit is an area of a building that houses a business
and is typically separated from other businesses by walls. Each unit has separate entry doors.
Table 72-1 - Parking Requirements for Accommodation and Food Establishments
Land Use Minimum Parking Requirement
Bed and Breakfast 1 stall/unit plus 2 as required for principal dwelling
Boarding House 0.5 stalls/bed
Motel/Hotel 0.9 stalls/unit
Hotel w/ Conference and/or Banquet
Facilities and or Major/Minor Eating
and Drinking Facilities
80% of the total of: 0.9 stalls/ unit plus all areas designated for banquet
/conferences and/or food service areas shall be calculated at Major/Minor Eating
and/or Drinking Facility calculations. Plus minimum of 0.9 stall/staff/10 units plus
loading zone as per Table 73-1
Table 72-2 - Parking Requirements for Food/Drinking and Entertainment Facilities
Land Use Minimum Parking Requirement
Adult Entertainment Facilities,
Commercial Entertainment Facility
(excluding motion picture or live
theatres with fixed seating), Drinking
Establishments, Major or Minor, Late
Night Clubs, and, Restaurant & Drinking
Establishment, Major or Minor
(Bylaw C-1260-124-October 19, 2020)
2.7 stalls/10m2 GFA plus 0.9 staff stalls/ 100m2 GFA with a minimum of 3 staff
parking stalls
Family/Fast Food Restaurant
(Dine in Service Only)
2.5 stalls/10m2 of seating area plus a minimum of 3 staff parking stalls
Family/Fast Food Restaurant with
Drive Through
2.3 stalls/10m2 of seating area plus a minimum of 3 staff parking stalls
Restaurant 2.3 stalls/10m2 of seating area
Bingo Hall/Casino 9 stalls/100m2 GFA
Theatre/Cinema (with fixed seating) 4.8 stalls/100m2 City of Grande Prairie Page 8 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Table 72-3 - Parking Requirements for Business Related Uses
Land Use Minimum Parking Requirement
Automotive Related
Automotive/Recreational Vehicle
Sales, Rental and Service
1.8 stalls/100m2 GFA designated for customer parking plus a minimum of 4 stalls
for staff parking plus where applicable loading zone as per Table 73-1
Automotive and Equipment Repair
and Sales (Major/Minor)
3 stalls/service bay, plus a minimum of 4 stalls for staff parking
Service Stations (Vehicle Oriented
Use) Vehicle Wash (Major/Minor)
2 stalls for staff parking, plus queuing requirements as per Section 78
Service Station with Restaurant
Facilities
SEE: “Family/ Fast Food Restaurant with Drive Through /Take Out Service” and
“Retail Store Convenience with Gas Bar”
Offices / Professional Services Related Uses (On Single Use Sites)
Financial Building 1.8 stalls/100m2 GFA and a minimum of 4 stalls for staff plus where applicable,
queuing requirements as per Section 78
Offices Major/Minor or Administration
Areas
2.5 stalls/100m2 GFA of office/administrative area plus 0.68 stalls/10.0m2 of
customer reception area
Animal Services Major/Minor 2.3 stalls/100m2 plus loading zone for Major as per Section 73
Personal Service Facility 2.0 stalls/100m2 GFA plus where applicable 0.5 stall/10.0m2 of customer reception
area
Industrial Related Uses
Light Industrial/Commercial Buildings,
Medium/Heavy Industrial Buildings,
Manufacturing/Fabrication Plants
0.9 stalls/100m2 GFA of shop area of each unit or 1.8 stalls/unit, whichever is
greater; plus, a minimum of 1.8 stalls/unit for customer parking; plus, 2.5
stalls/100m2 GFA of office/administrative area of each unit or 1.8 stalls/unit,
whichever is greater; plus, loading zone as per Table 73-1
Warehouses/Freight Terminals, Indoor
&/or Outdoor Storage Facilities,
Wholesale Establishment
1.0 stalls/100m2 GFA up to 2000m2 GFA and 0.18 stalls/100m2 GFA thereafter plus
2.5 stalls/100m2 GFA of office/administrative area plus loading zone as per Table
73-1
Table 72-4 - Parking Requirements for Education/Government/Health Services
Land Use Minimum Parking Requirement
Elementary/Junior High Schools 1.4 stalls per classroom. A pick up/drop off and bus lane is required either on site
or by means of road widening onto the site
Senior High School 1.4 stalls per classroom, plus 1 parking space for every 12 students
College/University 1 stall for every 10 students plus 1.0 stalls for 5.0m2 of gymnasium and/or public
assembly area
Commercial School 0.3 stalls/10 m2 of Classroom plus 2.8 stalls/100m2 GFA of office/administrative
area
Government Services/Public or Quasi
Public Offices
5 stalls/100m2 GFA, plus 0.75 stall/10m2 of customer reception area
Community Service Facility
(Bylaw C-1260-123-August 24, 2020)
2.2 stalls/100m2 GFA
Health Facility, Major outpatient 1 stall/bed/patient room, plus 0.5 stall/staff, plus 1 stall/10m2 of patient reception
area, plus where overnight stay is applicable, 0.15 stalls/patient room designated
for visitor parking
Health Facility, Minor outpatient 1 stall/bed/patient room, plus 1 stall/10m2 of patient reception area, plus 0.5
stall/staff
Residential Care Facility 0.1 stalls/du plus 1 stall/staff with a minimum of 5 staff stalls plus 1 visitor stall/7
du
Emergency Shelter
(Bylaw C-1260-123-August 24, 2020)
As determined by the Development Authority
Permanent Supported Housing
(Bylaw C-1260-123-August 24, 2020)
0.1 stalls/du plus 1 stall/staff with a minimum of 5 staff stalls plus 1 visitor stall/7
du, or as determined by the Development Authority City of Grande Prairie Page 9 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Table 72-5 - Parking Requirements for Residential Developments
Land Use Minimum Parking Requirement
Single Detached, Semi-detached,
Duplex
2 stalls/du
Secondary Suite / Garage Suite 1 stall/bedroom
Multi-attached dwelling 1.5 stalls/du plus 0.15 stalls/du designated as visitor parking (minimum of one
visitor stall); or 2 stalls/du if shared visitor parking is not provided
(Bylaw c-1260-123-August 24, 2020)
Apartment - Bachelor/1 Bedroom 1 stall/du plus 0.15 stalls/du designated as visitor parking plus loading zone as
per Table 73-1
Apartment - 2 Bedroom 1.5 stalls/du plus 0.15 stalls/du designated as visitor parking plus loading zone
as per Table 73-1
Apartment - 3 or more Bedroom 2 stalls/du plus 0.15 stalls/du designated as visitor parking plus loading zone as
per Table 73-1
Manufactured Home Subdivision 2 stalls/du
Manufactured Home Community 2 stalls/du plus 0.15 stalls/du designated as visitor parking
Table 72-6 - Parking Requirements for Social/Recreational Services
Land Use Minimum Parking Requirement
Child Care Facility 1 stall/staff on duty with a minimum of 4 staff stalls plus 0.2 stall/child (design
capacity)
Commercial Recreation Facility,
(indoors)
4.8 stalls/100m2
GFA
Commercial Recreation Facility,
(outdoors)
As determined by the Development Authority
Community Recreation Facility 0.9 stalls / 3 person of maximum occupant/design load or as determined by
the Development Authority
Community Outreach Facility
(Bylaw C-1260-123-August 24, 2020)
2 stalls/100m² GFA, plus 0.5 stall/10m² of reception area
Bowling Alley 4.5 stalls/alley plus 4 stalls for staff
Curling Rink 7.2 stalls/sheet of ice plus 4 stalls for staff plus 0.9 stall/3.0m2
of spectator
seating area
Religious Assembly, Funeral,
Crematory and Interment Services
(Bylaw C-1260-123-August 24, 2020)
0.85 stalls/10m2
of public assembly area plus 2.8 stalls/100 m2
GFA of
office/administrative area
Table 72-7 - Parking Requirements for Retail Business
Land Use Minimum Parking Requirement
Retail Store, Convenience without
Gas Bar
3.1 stalls/100m2
GFA plus 1.0 stall/staff with a minimum of two staff stalls plus
loading zone as per Table 73-1
Retail Store, Convenience with Gas
Bar
3.1 stalls/100m2
GFA plus two staff stalls plus one stall per pump island plus
loading zone as per Table 73-1
Retail Store, General, Second Hand,
Farmers/Flea Market (Operated as a
single use on a site)
2.7 stalls/100m2
GFA, plus a minimum of 4 staffs plus, where applicable, 1.4
stalls / 200m2 of outdoor sales area / yards, plus loading zone as per Table 73-
1
Commercial Business Centre
(Local/Major/Minor) Warehouse
Sales and Supermarket
4.1 stalls/100m2
GFA plus a minimum of 2 staff stalls per lease area plus
loading zone as per Table 73-1
Video/Movie Rental Store
(Operated as a single use on a site)
3.1 stalls/100m2
GFA plus a minimum of 4 staff stalls City of Grande Prairie Page 10 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 73 On-Site Loading Requirements
73.1 A loading space shall be designed and located so that all vehicles using that space can be parked
and manoeuvred entirely within the bounds of the site before moving onto adjacent streets.
The Development Authority, having regard to the types of vehicles that are likely to use the
loading space, may change minimum loading space dimensions. Unless otherwise specified, a
loading space shall be a minimum width of 3.0m and a minimum depth of 9.1m with a minimum
overhead clearance of 4.3m.
73.2 A loading space situated within a setback distance from a street or lane shall not be permitted.
73.3 A loading space for Service Stations/Gas Bars and Automotive and/or Recreational Vehicle Sales,
Rental and Service shall be a minimum width of 3.7m and a minimum depth of 18.3m and
maintain a minimum overhead clearance of 4.3m.
73.4 For apartment or multi-attached developments with more than twenty units, adequate loading
space located at or near the main entrance to the building shall be provided to the satisfaction
of the Development Authority.
73.5 Loading space requirements for uses other than those set out in this Section shall be
determined by the Development Authority, having regard to similar uses for which specific
loading facility requirements are set.
73.6 Unless otherwise allowed by the Development Authority, the required on-site loading space for
any use shall be as follows:
Table 73-1 - Required Number of Loading Spaces
Use of Building or Site Number of Loading Spaces
Apartment/Multi-Attached Dwelling
1 space for per building in excess of 20 du, otherwise at
the discretion of the Development Authority
Automotive/Recreational Vehicle Sales, Rental
and Service
1 space per 9,300m2
of GFA required for off-loading of
vehicles
Restaurants, Restaurants & Drinking
Establishments, Major or Minor, Drinking
Establishments, Major or Minor, Funeral,
Crematory and Interment Services, Hotels, Major
Health Facilities, Office Buildings, Retail, Sports
Arenas and Wholesale Establishments
(Bylaw C-1260-124 - October 19, 2020)
1 space per 9,300m2
of GFA
Freight Terminals, Warehouses (sales), Railroad
Yards and Industrial/Manufacturing Plants
1 space per 2,000m2
of GFA City of Grande Prairie Page 11 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 74 Parking Structures
74.1 Parking structures shall be developed in accordance with the following:
a. In any Commercial District, a parking structure with queuing access shall provide a
minimum of 30m for queuing of vehicles on site before any control device is reached;
b. No dangerous goods, flammable or combustible liquids, shall be permitted within a
parking structure, other than as contained within, or permanently installed or connected
to the fuel system of a vehicle using the parking structure;
c. Parking structures and interior stairwells shall be designed for visual accessibility. Machine
rooms, heating systems, elevators and stairwell shafts, building columns and other major
visual obstructions shall be located to enable visual supervision of the parking spaces and
stairwells;
d. Clear safety glass panels shall be incorporated in all doors leading to stairwells, corridors
and entrances including elevator lobbies to allow for clear sightlines;
e. Landscaping around the parking structure shall be of a type that permits the widest
possible view from the street of all pedestrian entry and exit areas; and,
f. Directional and information signage consistent in design, colour, symbols and graphics
may be required. City of Grande Prairie Page 12 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 75 Commercial Business Centre, Industrial Business Centre, Mixed
Use or Downtown Developments and Developments in Close
Proximity to Transit Services
75.1 Developments within 300m of a transit stop and containing or providing for more than one (1)
use shall provide parking stalls and loading spaces as per the table below, unless the applicant
can otherwise demonstrate to the Development Authority through the use of a qualified
Transportation Engineer that, there is a complementary or overlapping use of the parking
facilities which would warrant a further reduction in the parking requirements.
Table 75-1 - Potential Parking Reductions
Number of Uses Total GFA of Development Reduction in Total Parking Stalls
2 <2,000m2
5% of total parking stalls
2 2,000m2
or more 5% of parking stalls for first 2,000m2
(based
on site average stalls per floor area), 10% of
parking stalls for remaining area
3 <2,000m2
10% of total parking stalls
3 2,000m2
or more 10% of parking stalls for first 2,000m2
(based
on site average stalls per floor area), 15% of
parking stalls for remaining area
4+ <2,000m2
15% of total parking stalls
4+ 2,000m2
or more 15% of parking stalls for first 2,000m2
(based
on site average stalls per floor area), 20% of
parking stalls for remaining area
75.2 Despite the minimum number of parking stalls required in Section 72, no parking stalls are
required for any development in the CC-Central Commercial District.
75.3 In addition to the above parking reductions, all uses except educational uses within 100m
(measured along public sidewalks and cross walks, from the transit stop to the building door) of
a transit stop are permitted to have a further 3% reduction of the pre-reduction number of
parking stalls. For educational uses, a 10% reduction can be applied. City of Grande Prairie Page 13 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 76 Combined or Shared Parking
76.1 The Development Authority may allow two (2) or more developments to share parking.
76.2 Permission to share parking may only be granted by the Development Authority in the following
circumstances:
a. The developments are in close proximity to each other and within 100m of the site on
which the parking is located;
b. The demand for parking for each development is not likely to occur at the same time;
c. The Development Authority is satisfied that the arrangement between the owners of the
developments for the sharing of parking is permanent unless an alternative permanent
arrangement is made that is satisfactory to the Development Authority; and,
d. An agreement acceptable to the Development Authority is provided. City of Grande Prairie Page 14 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 77 Pedestrian and Vehicle Access to Sites
77.1 No owner shall construct, maintain, use or allow to be used an access except in accordance with
the terms and conditions of a Driveway Crossing Permit including any modifications and/or
closures of an existing access. Driveway Crossing Permits are processed by the Engineering
Services.
77.2 All sites shall be designed so that backing manoeuvres necessary to access a parking stall, a
loading door, a drive-through or any other area where vehicles operate, take place wholly on
the site. Exceptions are single detached dwellings and individual parking stalls accessing a lane.
77.3 Pedestrian access to all sites, except residential sites with less than 10 units, shall be provided
by a sidewalk system connecting from the adjacent public sidewalk to the front doors of each
building on-site. The sidewalk systems shall have the following features:
a. The sidewalk shall be at least 1.5m in width. No portion of a parking stall, including the
vehicle overhang, shall be included in the 1.5m width. Vehicle overhang shall be assumed
to be 0.75m; the sidewalk can be widened to 1.75m and the stall depth can be shortened
by 0.75m or curb stops can be placed 0.75m from the curb;
b. The sidewalk shall be hard-surfaced, smooth and use grades of less than 6%. No steps are
permitted, unless satisfactory alternative arrangements can be made for mobility
challenged users and similar other users; and,
c. On sites with more than 30m frontage, the sidewalk system shall connect to the public
sidewalk at both ends of the site, or connect directly to sidewalk systems on adjacent
sites. On corner lots, in addition to the above, a direct connection shall be provided from
the corner into the site. City of Grande Prairie Page 15 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 78 Vehicle-Oriented Uses
78.1 Vehicle oriented uses shall include drive-in food services, gas bars, services stations, drive-
through vehicle services and other developments providing drive-in services in which customers
generally remain inside their vehicles.
78.2 Vehicle oriented uses shall be located only where the Development Authority is satisfied that
the development will not adversely affect the function of surrounding public roadways.
78.3 The minimum site width shall be 30m.
78.4 Queuing space shall be provided as follows:
a. For drive-in food services, and other development having a service window, a minimum of
six (6) inbound queuing spaces shall be provided for vehicles approaching the service
window as well as one (1) outbound queuing space shall be provided on the exit side of
the service window and this space shall not interfere with the service or exit of the next
vehicle; or,
b. For drive-through vehicle services, a minimum of six (6) inbound queuing spaces shall be
provided if one (1) service bay is present, a minimum of five (5) inbound queuing spaces
per service bay shall be provided if two (2) service bays are present, and a minimum of
four (4) inbound queuing spaces per service bay if three (3) or more service bays are
present. This subsection does not apply to the fuel dispensing component of service
stations and gas bars where a total of two (2) queuing spaces per fuelling position are
required; and,
c. Each queuing space shall be a minimum of 7.0m long and 3.0m wide.
78.5 Notwithstanding 78.4a, if service window access is gained directly from an arterial road as
defined in the Transportation Master Plan, an additional six (6) queuing spaces are required. City of Grande Prairie Page 16 of 16 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 79 Requirements for Bicycle Parking Stalls
79.1 Unless otherwise allowed by the Development Authority, the required number of bicycle
parking stalls for a use shall be as follows:
Table 79-1 - Number of Bicycle Parking Stalls Required
Use of Building or Site Number of Bicycle Parking Stalls
Residential Uses with 10 or more dwelling units
and all non-residential uses except education uses
5% of vehicle parking requirement but in no case less than
4 stalls
All education uses 10% of students based on projected design capacity
79.2 Size and Location of Bicycle Stalls:
a. Each bicycle parking stall shall be minimum of 0.6m in width and 1.9m in length, with a
minimum overhead clearance of at least 2.1m;
b. Required bicycle parking stalls shall be wholly provided on the same site as the building;
c. Adequate access to and exit from individual bicycle parking stalls shall be provided to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority, with an aisle of not less than 1.5m in width to
be provided and maintained beside or between each row of bicycle parking;
d. Bicycle parking shall be separated from vehicle parking by a physical barrier or a minimum
1.5m of open space;
e. Bicycle parking shall be designed so that bicycles may be securely locked to a rack, railing
or other similar device without undue inconvenience and will be reasonably safeguarded
from intentional or accidental damage;
f. Bicycle parking stalls shall be visibly located where possible and provided in one or more
of the following ways, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority:
Secure bicycle storage rooms, lockers, racks or railings or other such device inside
the building on the main floor;
Secure bicycle storage rooms, lockers, racks or railings or other similar device in any
on-grade accessory parking area; and,
Within a required or non-required yard or building setback of a site but not more
than 15m from a principal entrance of the building.
79.3 Downtown sites may provide some or all of the required bicycle parking on the adjacent
sidewalk or on street, subject to approval from the City. In addition, if City-operated bicycle
parking stalls are located in front of the development and within 15m of a main entry, these can
be counted toward the site’s bicycle parking requirement. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Part Ten Districts
Section 80 Establishment of Districts
80.1 For the purposes of this Bylaw, the City is divided into the following Land Use Districts:
(Bylaw C-1260-49 - January 11, 2016)
80.2 The boundaries of the Districts listed in Section 80 are delineated on Schedule A, The Land Use
Map.
80.2.1 The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Land Use Bylaw Land Use Districts, the land uses in those
Districts and the regulations applicable to those land uses in effect on January 1, 2016 shall
apply to the Rural Service Area as identified on Schedule A, the Land Use Map, except to the
extent that the City has amended its Land Use Bylaw to apply the Districts from the City’s Land
Use Bylaw to the Rural Service Area, in which case the City’s Land Use Districts, the land uses
in those Districts and the regulations applicable to those land uses apply.
(Bylaw C-1260-50 - April 4, 2016)
a. Small Lot Residential RS
b. Restricted Residential RR
c. General Residential RG
d. Residential Transition RT
e. Combined Residential RC
f. Medium Density Residential RM
g. High Density Residential RH
h. Restricted Small Lot Residential RSR
i. Manufactured Home Community MHC
j. Manufactured Home Subdivision MHS
k. Central Commercial CC
l. General Commercial CG
m. Commercial Transition CT
n. Mixed Use District MX Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-23 - December 14, 2015
o. Arterial Commercial CA
p. Local Commercial CL
q. Business Industrial IB Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017
r. General Industrial IG
s. Heavy Industrial IH
t. Rural Industrial IR
u. Public Service PS
v. Muskoseepi Park MP
w. Urban Reserve UR
x. Airport District AP
y. Direct Control DC City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
80.3 Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries of the Land Use Districts as shown on Schedule A,
the following rules shall apply:
a. Rule 1: If a boundary is shown as following a road, lane or stream, it shall be deemed to
follow the centre line thereof;
b. Rule 2: If a boundary is shown as approximately following a lot line, it shall be deemed to
follow the lot line; or
c. Rule 3: In circumstances not covered by Rules #1 and #2, the boundary shall be
determined:
Where dimensions are set out on the Land Use District maps, by the dimensions so
set; or
Where no dimensions are set out on the Land Use District Map with respect to such
boundary, by measurement of and use of the scale shown on the Land Use District
map.
80.4 All Public Roads, Lanes, and Public Utility Lots are excluded from the District.
80.5 All District standards are minimum values unless stated otherwise. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 81 Small Lot Residential District - RS
81.1 Purpose
To provide for single detached dwellings with a minimum lot width of 10.4m in subdivisions with a
lane and 11m in subdivisions without a lane, duplex and semi-detached dwellings, and uses that are
compatible with residential uses, developed in accordance with an approved Outline Plan.
81.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Duplex
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Secondary Suite
• Semi-Detached Dwelling
• Single Detached Dwelling
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
81.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Bed and Breakfast
• Child Care Facility
• Garage Suite
• Group Home
• Home Business
• Residential Sales Centre
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
81.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
81.4 Site Standards:
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine the following standards shall
apply.
a. Single Detached Dwelling
Site Standard Rear Lane Access Provided No Rear Lane Access Provided
a) Lot Area: 300m2
b) Lot Width: 10.4m 11.0m
c) Front Yard Setback:
4.6m; may be reduced to 3.0m
pursuant to Section 81.5
6.1m
d) Rear Yard Setback: 7.6m
e) Side Yard Setbacks:
1.2m (both Side Yards)
No Garage/Carport provided 1.2m one
Side Yard and 3.0m on other side yard.
With Garage/Carport provided 1.2m
(both side yards)
f) Site Coverage
(Maximum):
45% All buildings and structures
g) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 storeys and no more than 8.5m to the eaves
h) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
i) Lot width required
for 3-Car Garage
(Minimum):
13.4m City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
b. Duplex Dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
c. Semi-Detached Dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
j) Driveway width in
conjunction with 3-
Car Garage
(Maximum):
70% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
Site Standard Rear Lane Access Provided No Rear Lane Access Provided
a) Lot Area: 465m2
465m2
b) Lot Width: 15.2m 18.2m
c) Front Yard Setback:
4.6m, may be reduced to 3.0m
pursuant to Section 81.5
7.6m
d) Rear Yard Setback: 7.6m
e) Side Yard Setbacks:
1.5m on both sides 3.1m on both sides
f) Site Coverage (Max):
(All Buildings and Uses)
45%
g) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 Storeys and no more than 8.5m to the eaves
h) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
Site Standard Rear Lane Access Provided No Rear Lane Access Provided
a) Lot Area: 233m2
/unit
b) Lot Width: 7.6m/unit 9.2m/unit
c) Front Yard Setback:
4.6m, may be reduced to 3.0m
pursuant to Section 81.5
6.1m
d) Rear Yard Setback: 7.6m
e) Side Yard Setbacks:
None on common lot line and,
1.2m on the other side
No attached Garage/Carport provided,
3.0m on one side and 0.0m on the common
lot line
With attached Garage/Carport provided,
1.2m on one side and 0.0m on the common
lot line
f) Site Coverage (Max):
(All Buildings and
Uses)
45%
g) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 Storeys and no more than 8.5m to the eaves
h) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, or 6m/unit, whichever is greater City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
81.5 Additional Requirements
a. Pursuant to the policies and design provisions of an Area Structure Plan or Outline Plan,
and where rear lane access to a site is provided:
The required front yard setback may be reduced to 3.0m from the front lot line when
a landscaped boulevard strip between the curb and the sidewalk is provided;
No decks, verandas, porches, steps or similar structures shall be constructed within
the required 3.0m front yard setback; and,
No driveways or parking areas shall be permitted within the front yard;
b. Notwithstanding Section 81.5a, where rear lane access to a site is provided and the site is
serviced from the front public road, a minimum front yard setback of 4.6m is required
from the property line to the foundation of the principal building. In addition, a minimum
setback of 3.0m is required from the property line to a porch, veranda or deck;
c. Notwithstanding Section 81.4c, the lot width for a semi-detached dwelling unit with a
front attached garage may be reduced to 7.6m as long as the combined width of the
driveways of the two (2) adjoining semi-detached units does not exceed 7.6m. A
restrictive covenant restricting the width of the driveway is to be registered on the
certificate of title of the affected lots;
d. The site provisions contained in this district may be varied in accordance with an approved
Area Redevelopment Plan;
e. No more than 25% of the net developable area may be districted Small Lot Residential (RS)
as shown in any individual Outline Plan. (Note: As per the Municipal Development Plan,
Bylaw C-1237, Policy 6.7, Council has introduced a temporary relaxation to the 25% limit
on use of this land use district.)
(Bylaw C-1260-105 - June 4, 2019)
f. Low density residential driveways shall meet the following requirements:
All hard surfacing shall be setback a minimum of 0.5m from any property line, except
for the driveway connection to the approved boulevard crossing;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
The side property line setback is not required from the common lot line of a semi-
detached dwelling; and
Driveway restrictions do not apply to accesses provided off of rear lanes.
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 82 Restricted Residential District - RR
82.1 Purpose
To provide for single detached dwellings with a minimum lot width of 14m, and uses that are
compatible with residential uses, to protect the character of low-density residential neighbourhoods.
82.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Secondary Suite (except where prohibited under an
approved Area Redevelopment Plan)
• Single Detached Dwelling
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
82.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Bed and Breakfast
• Child Care Facility
• Garage Suite (except where prohibited
under an approved Area Redevelopment
Plan)
• Group Home
• Home Business
• Religious Assembly
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
82.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
82.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine the following standards shall
apply.
a) Lot Area: 465m2
b) Lot Width: 14m
c) Front Yard Setback: 6.1m
d) Rear Yard Setback: 7.6m
e) Side Yard Setbacks:
i) 1.2m where the building is one storey in height, or
ii) 1.5m where the building is more than one storey; and
iii) 3.0m on the other side unless an attached carport or a garage is provided in which case the 3.0m
side yard may be reduced to 1.2m for a building one storey high and 1.5m for a building that is
more than one storey.
f) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 storeys and at no more than 8.5m to the eaves
g) Site Coverage
(Maximum):
40% all buildings and structures
h) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, not to exceed 10m City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
i) Lot width required for 3-
Car Garage
(Minimum):
13.4m
j) Driveway width in
conjunction with 3-Car
Garage
(Maximum):
70% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
82.5 Additional Requirements
a. The site provisions contained in this district may be varied in accordance with an approved
Area Redevelopment Plan;
b. Religious Assemblies shall be subject to the Site Standards and requirements pursuant to
Section 96.4 and 96.5.
c. Residential driveways shall meet the following requirements:
All hard surfacing shall be setback a minimum of 0.5m from any property line, except
for the driveway connection to the approved boulevard crossing;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
The side property line setback is not required from the common lot line of a semi-
detached dwelling
Driveway restrictions do not apply to accesses provided off of rear lanes.
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
82.6 Area Redevelopment Plan
All properties that are within the boundaries of the VLA/Montrose Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay
area shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as those contained in Schedule
H - VLA/Montrose Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use District Map of
this Bylaw for the boundaries of the Overlay area.
82.7 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Non-Residential
Development
20% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of Total
Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 83 General Residential District - RG
83.1 Purpose
To provide for single detached dwellings with a minimum lot width of 10.4m in subdivisions with a
lane and 12.2m in subdivisions without a lane, and semi-detached dwelling as well as uses that are
compatible with residential uses.
83.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Duplex
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Secondary Suite
• Semi-Detached Dwelling
• Single Detached Dwelling
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
83.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Bed and Breakfast
• Child Care Facility
• Garage Suite
• Group Home
• Home Business
• Religious Assembly
• Residential Sales Centre
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
83.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
83.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a. Single Detached Dwelling
Site Standard Rear Lane Access Provided No Rear Lane Access Provided
a) Lot Area: 340m2
400m2
b) Lot Width: 10.4m 12.2m
c) Front Yard Setback: 6.1m 6.1m
d) Rear Yard Setback: 7.6m
e) Side Yard Setbacks:
1.2m (both Side Yards)
No attached Garage/Carport provided 1.2m
one Side Yard and 3.0m on other side yards
With attached Garage/Carport provided
1.2m (both Side Yards)
f) Site Coverage
(Maximum):
45% All buildings and structures
g) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 Storeys and no more than 8.5m to the eaves
h) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, not to exceed 10m City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
b. Semi-Detached Dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
c. Duplex Dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-40 - July 13, 2015)
i) Lot width required for
3-Car Garage
(Minimum):
13.4m
j) Driveway width in
conjunction with 3-Car
Garage
(Maximum):
70% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
Site Standard Rear Lane Access Provided No Rear Lane Access Provided
a) Lot Area: 250m2
/unit 300m2
/unit
b) Lot Width: 7.6m/unit 9.1m/unit
c) Front Yard Setback: 6.1m 6.1m
d) Rear Yard Setback: 7.6m
e) Side Yard Setbacks:
1.2m on one side and 0.0m on the
common lot line
No attached Garage/Carport provided, 3.0m
on one side and 0.0m on the common lot
line
With attached Garage/Carport provided,
1.2m on one side and 0.0m on the common
lot line
f) Site Coverage
(Maximum):
45% All buildings and structures
g) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 storeys and no more than 8.5m to the eaves
h) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, or 6m/unit, whichever is greater
Site Standard Rear Lane Access Provided No Rear Lane Access Provided
a) Lot Area: 500m2
600m2
b) Lot Width: 15.2m 18.2m
c) Front Yard Setback: 6.1m
d) Rear Yard Setback: 7.6m
e) Side Yard Setbacks: 1.2m on both sides No attached Garage/Carport, 1.2m on one side
and 3.0m on the other side
With attached Garage/Carport provided, 1.2m on
both sides
f) Site Coverage (Max):
(All Buildings and
Uses)
45%
g) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 Storeys and no more than 8.5m to the eaves” City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
83.5 Additional Requirements
a. The site provisions contained in this district may be varied in accordance with an approved
Area Redevelopment Plan;
b. Religious Assemblies shall be subject to the Site Standards and requirements pursuant to
Section 96.4 and 96.5.
c. Low density residential driveways shall meet the following requirements:
All hard surfacing shall be setback a minimum of 0.5 m from any property line, except
for the driveway connection to the approved boulevard crossing;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
The side property line setback is not required from the common lot line of a semi-
detached dwelling;
Driveway restrictions do not apply to accesses provided off of rear lanes.
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015)
83.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Non-Residential
Development
20% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 84 Residential Transition District - RT
84.1 Purpose
To provide for the redevelopment of older neighbourhoods by allowing dwellings containing up to
eight (8) units, and uses that are compatible with residential uses. Semi-detached and street oriented
townhouses are examples of appropriate dwelling types in this district. Low rise apartments up to
eight (8) units may be considered as a discretionary use.
84.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Duplex
• Multi-Attached Dwelling (up to 4 Units)
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Secondary Suite
• Semi-Detached Dwelling
• Single Detached Dwelling
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-116-
April 20, 2020)
84.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Apartment Building (up to 8 Units)
• Bed and Breakfast
• Child Care Facility
• Garage Suite
• Group Home
• Home Business
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Multi-Attached Dwelling (up to 8 units - street
oriented townhouses)
• Religious Assembly
• Residential Care Facility
• Residential Conversion
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
84.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Education, Private • Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
84.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
Land Use Lot
Area
Lot
Width
Front
Yard
Rear
Yard
Side Yards Building
Height
(Maximum)
Site
Coverage
(Maximum)
Single
Detached
332m2
10m 6.1m 7.6m 1.2m if lot accessible from a
rear lane
1.2m on one side and 3.0m
on the other side for a lot
not accessible from a rear
lane unless an attached
carport or garage is
provided in which case the
3.0m may be reduced to
1.2m
2 Storeys 45% City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Duplex 500m2
15.2 6.1m 7.6m 1.2m if lot accessible from a
rear lane
1.2m on one side and 3.0m
on the other side for a lot
not accessible from a rear
lane unless an attached
carport or garage is
provided in which case the
3.0m may be reduced to
1.2m
2 Storeys 45%
Semi Detached 250m2
/unit
7.6m/u
nit
6.1m 7.6m None on common lot line
and 1.2m on the other side
if lot is accessible from a
rear lane
None on common lot line
and 3.0m on the other side
for a lot not accessible from
a rear lane unless an
attached carport or garage
is provided in which case
the 3.0m may be reduced to
1.2m
2 Storeys 45%
Multi-
Attached
Front/Back or
Up/Down
Orientation
165m2
/unit
5m
unit
6.1m 7.6m 2.4m between each
structure on common site
1.9m between each
structure and property lines
2 Storeys 45%
Multi-
Attached
Row/Street
Oriented
182m2
/unit
5.5m/u
nit
6.1m 7.6m (i) for outside unit abutting
a street - 3.0m
(ii) for inside unit - 0.0m
(iii) for outside unit not
abutting a street - 1.2m
2.4m between each end
unit in common site and/or
property lines
2 Storeys 45%
Apartment
Building
120m2
/unit
20m 6.1m 7.6m 3.0m 8.5m 45%
Residential
Care Facility
112m2
/unit
20m 6.1m 7.6m 4.7m 8.5m 45%
(Bylaw C-1260-40 - July 13, 2015)
84.5 Additional Requirements
Religious Assemblies shall be subject to the Site Standards and requirements pursuant to Section 96.4
and 96.5.
84.6 Area Redevelopment Plan
a. The Site Standards contained in this District may be varied in accordance with an
approved Area Redevelopment Plan. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of this
Bylaw for overlay boundaries;
b. All properties that are covered by the South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay
shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as those contained in
Schedule G - South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay as well as the South
Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan. City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
84.7 General Compatibility Criteria
a. The purpose of these standards is to establish architectural and streetscape criteria to
ensure that redevelopment - for the purpose of increasing density - in the Residential
Transition District (RT) is compatible with the existing established neighbourhood.;
b. Any redevelopment of an established neighbourhood shall respect the existing built
environment by utilizing compatible volumes, finishes, roof slopes, setbacks, scale and
landscaping;
c. Each site shall be designed with due regard and sensitivity to adjoining sites in order to
ensure developments are complimentary and compatible. For all developments the
design, use of exterior finishing materials and construction shall be to the satisfaction of
the Development Authority, who shall ensure that the physical characteristics will be
reasonably similar to, or better than the standard of surrounding development.
84.8 Architectural Criteria
Notwithstanding anything in the above criteria, all new development and major renovations to
existing properties - for the purpose of increasing density - are required to use at least three (3) of the
following features from Category A and at least four (4) of the following features from Category B for
a total of seven (7) features
Category A - choose at least three (3)
a) Multiple roof breaks or lines. (roof at varying heights or intersection at different angles)
b) One or one and a half storey construction
c) Steep pitch roof slopes. (Equal or greater to 6/12)
d) Stucco, brick, wood or stone on at least 50% of the exterior
e) Window to Wall ratio of at least 1:4
Category B - choose at least four (4)
f) Gabled roof
g) Porches or verandas
h) Artistic decorative features (decorative louvers, shutters, architectural elements etc.)
i) Brick or stone on 50% of the principal façade
j) No front attached garage
k) Dormers (on one and a half storey construction)
84.9 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
Multi-Attached
Dwelling
35% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
All Non-Residential
Development
20% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Apartment 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
(Bylaw C-1260-123 - August 24, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
84.10 Residential Driveways
a. Single Detached Dwelling
a) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
b) Lot width required for 3-Car
Garage
(Minimum):
13.4m
c) Driveway width in conjunction
with 3-Car Garage
(Maximum):
70% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
b. Duplex Dwelling
a) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, not to exceed 10m
c. Semi-Detached Dwelling
a) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, or 6m/per unit, whichever is greater
d. Low density residential driveways shall meet the following requirements:
All hard surfacing shall be setback a minimum of 0.5m from any property line, except
for the driveway connection to the approved boulevard crossing;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
The side property line setback is not required from the common lot line of a semi-
detached dwelling;
Driveway restrictions do not apply to accesses provided off of rear lanes.
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 85 Combined Residential District - RC
(Bylaw C-1260-49 - January 11, 2016)
85.1 Purpose
To provide for low/medium density residential development by allowing dwellings containing up to 12
units and uses that are compatible with residential uses, in accordance with an approved Outline Plan
or an Area Redevelopment Plan.
85.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Apartment Building (up to 12 Units)
• Duplex
• Multi-Attached Dwelling (up to 10 Units)
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Semi-Detached Dwelling
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
85.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Child Care Facility
• Group Home
• Home Business
• Residential Care Facility (up to 20 units)
• Residential Sales Centre
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
85.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
85.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
Land Use Site
Area
Site
Width
Front
Yard
Rear
Yard
Side Yard Building
Height
(Max)
Site
Coverage
(Max)
Semi Detached
or Duplex
250m2
/unit
7.6m/
unit
6.1m 7.6m None on common lot line and
1.2m on the other side if lot is
accessible from a rear lane or
front attached garage is
provided
2 Storeys
and no
more
than 8.5m
to eaves
45%
Multi-
Attached
Front / Back or
Up / Down
Orientation
165m2
/unit
5.5m
unit
6.1m 7.6m 2.4m between each structure
on common site
2 Storeys
and no
more
than 8.5m
to eaves
45%
Multi-
Attached
Row/Street
Oriented
182m2
/unit
5.5m/
unit
6.1m 7.6m (i) for corner unit - 3m
(ii) for inside unit - 0m
(iii) for outside unit - 1.2m
2.4m between each end
unit on common site
and/or property lines
2 Storeys
and no
more
than 8.5m
to eaves
45% City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Apartment
Building (up to
12 units)
112m2
/unit
20m 6.1m 7.6m 3.0m 8.5m 45%
Residential
Care Facility
112m2
/unit
20m 6.1m 7.6m 4.7m 8.5m 45%
85.5 Additional Requirements
a. Pursuant to the policies and design provisions of an Area Structure Plan or Outline Plan,
and where rear lane access to a site is provided:
The required front yard setback may be reduced to not less than 3.0m from the front
lot line when a landscaped boulevard strip between the curb and the walkway of the
road cross section at the front of the lot is provided as per the City’s Design and
Construction Manual;
No decks, verandas, porches, steps or similar structures shall be constructed within
the required 3.0m front yard setback; and,
No driveways or parking areas shall be permitted within the front yard;
b. Notwithstanding Section 85.5a, where rear lane access to a site is provided and the site is
serviced from the front public road, a minimum front yard setback of 4.6m is required
from the property line to the foundation of the principal building. In addition, a minimum
setback of 3.0m setback is required from the property line to a porch or veranda;
c. Where no rear lane is provided to a Multi-attached site, the development of a common or
combined off-site parking area shall be provided to accommodate all required parking and
garbage storage areas. Alternately, if front attached garages are provided, they must be
developed with an adjacent dwelling with a common driveway as per the City’s Design and
Construction Manual;
d. The site provisions contained in this district may be varied in accordance with an approved
Area Redevelopment Plan.
85.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
Multi-Attached Dwelling 35% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Apartment 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
85.7 Residential Driveways
a. Duplex Dwelling
a) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, not to exceed 10m City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
b. Semi-Detached Dwelling
b) Driveway Width
(Maximum):
60% of lot width, or 6m/per unit, whichever is greater
c. Low density residential driveways shall meet the following requirements:
All hard surfacing shall be setback a minimum of 0.5m from any property line, except
for the driveway connection to the approved boulevard crossing;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
The side property line setback is not required from the common lot line of a semi-
detached dwelling;
Driveway restrictions do not apply to accesses provided off of rear lanes.
(Bylaw C-1260-37 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 86 Medium Density Residential District - RM
86.1 Purpose
To provide for medium density development in the form of multi-attached townhouse units and low
rise apartment buildings on a single site with a minimum density of 34 units/ha and maximum density
of 94 units/ha.
86.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Apartment Building (up to 4 storeys)
• Multi-Attached Dwelling
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
86.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Child Care Facility
• Group Home
• Health Facility, Minor (accessory
to an Apartment Building)
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Office, Minor (accessory to an
Apartment Building)
• Parking Lot or Building
• Personal Service Facility (accessory to an Apartment
Building)
• Residential Care Facility
• Residential Sales Centre
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Retail Store, Convenience (accessory to an
Apartment Building)
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
86.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
86.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
Multi-Attached Dwelling Apartment Building
a) Site Area: 930m2
930m2
b) Site Width: 20m 20m
c) Front Yard: 6.1m 6.1m
d) Rear Yard: 7.6m 7.6m
e) Side Yards: 2.4m between each end unit on
common site and/or property lines
For street oriented townhouses:
(i) for corner unit - 3m
(ii) for inside unit - 0m
(iii) for outside unit - 1.2m
0.9m for each storey or partial
storey, but not less than 3.0m
f) Building Height:
(Maximum)
2 storeys 4 storeys
g) Site Coverage:
(Maximum)
45% 50% City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
86.5 Additional Requirements
a. The site standards listed in Section 86.4 shall apply to a Residential Care Facility;
b. All signs proposed for the development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B
- Signs;
c. Personal Service Facilities, Convenience Retail Stores, Health Facilities, and Offices shall
not be in any freestanding structure separate from a structure containing residential uses,
and shall not be developed above the lowest storey;
d. The site plan, relationship between buildings, the architectural treatment of buildings, the
provision and architecture of landscaped open space, and the parking layout shall be
subject to approval by the Development Authority;
e. Notwithstanding 86.4, all sites designated on “Map 7 - Proposed Land Use Zoning” of the
Flyingshot Lake Outline Plan, May 2000, as R-4, shall have a maximum allowable building
height of 8 storeys for an apartment building.
86.6 Overlay Districts (Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018)
a. The Site Standards contained in this District may be varied in accordance with an
approved Area Redevelopment Plan. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of this
Bylaw for overlay boundaries;
b. All properties that are covered by the South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay
shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as those contained in
Schedule G - South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay as well as the South
Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan;
c. All properties that are within the boundaries of the VLA/Montrose Area Redevelopment
Plan Overlay area shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as
those contained in Schedule H - VLA/Montrose Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay. Refer
to Schedule A - Land Use District Map of this Bylaw for the boundaries of the Overlay area;
d. Additional setbacks from the Roadways may be applicable in accordance with Schedule J -
Development Setbacks from Roadways. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of
this Bylaw for Overlay locations.
(Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018)
86.7 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
Multi-Attached
Dwelling
35% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Apartment 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
All Non-Residential
Development
20% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 87 High Density Residential District - RH
87.1 Purpose
To provide for high density development in the form of high rise apartment buildings with a minimum
density of 94 units/ha.
87.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Apartment Building
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
87.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Child Care Facility
• Health Facility, Minor (accessory to
an Apartment Building)
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Parking Lot or Building
• Personal Service Facility (accessory to an
Apartment Building)
• Residential Care Facility
• Residential Sales Centre
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
87.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
87.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Site Area: 930m2
b) Site Width: 20m
c) Front Yard: 6.1m
d) Rear Yard: 7.6m
e) Side Yards: Minimum 3.0m and, 0.9m for each storey or partial storey over 3 storeys
f) Building Height
(Maximum):
12 Storeys
h) Site Coverage
(Maximum):
50%
87.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for the development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B
- Signs;
b. Personal Service Facilities, Convenience Retail Stores, Health Facilities, and Offices shall
not be in any freestanding structure separate from a structure containing residential uses,
and shall not be developed above the lowest storey;
c. The site plan, relationship between buildings, structures, and open space, the
architectural treatment of buildings, the provision and architecture of landscaped open
space, and the parking layout, shall be subject to approval by the Development Authority. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
87.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
Multi-Attached
Dwelling
35% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Apartment 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
All Non-Residential
Development
20% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 88 Restricted Small Lot Residential - RSR
88.1 Purpose
To allow for the development of narrow lot infill single detached housing on the lots on the north side
of 108 Avenue between 98 Street and 99 Street.
88.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Secondary Suite
• Single Detached Dwelling
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-84-
December 4, 2017)
88.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Bed and Breakfast
• Child Care Facility
• Group Home
• Home Business
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
88.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• No Discretionary Uses Listed
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020)
88.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Lot Area: 288.5m2
b) Lot Width: 9.14m
c) Front Yard: 6.1m
d) Rear Yard: 7.6m
e) Side Yard: 1.2m; and,
3.0m on the street side of a corner lot
f) Building Height:
(Maximum)
7.6m to peak of roof
g) Lot Coverage:
(Maximum)
40 % for all buildings and structures
88.5 Additional Requirements
a. The site provisions contained in this district may be varied in accordance with an approved
Area Redevelopment Plan;
b. Driveway access and parking shall not be located in the front yard;
c. All properties that are within the boundaries of the VLA/Montrose Area Redevelopment
Plan Overlay shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as those
contained in Schedule H - VLA/Montrose Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay. Refer to
Schedule A - Land Use District Map of this bylaw for the boundaries of the Overlay area. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 89 Manufactured Home Community District - MHC
89.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of comprehensively designed manufactured home communities, in
which the individual lots or sites are provided on a leased, rental, or condominium basis part of the
definition of Condominium.
89.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Manufactured Home
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Solar Collector (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017)
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
89.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Child Care Facility
• Home Business
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
89.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
89.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Site Area: 2.0ha (Minimum area for MHC)
b) Lot Area: 315m2
for single section, and
370m2
for multiple section
c) Lot Width: 10.4m for single section and,
13.7m for multiple section
d) Lot Depth: 30m for single section and,
27m for multiple section
e) Front yard: 4.6m
f) Rear Yard: 1.5m
g) Side Yard: 1.2m on one side and
3.0m on the other side if lot is not accessible from a rear lane unless an attached
carport or garage is provided in which case the 3.0m may be reduced to 1.2m
h) Lot Coverage:
(Maximum)
45% for principal building
50% including accessory buildings
89.5 Additional Requirements
a. An approved comprehensive siting plan shall be required prior to the development of land
in this district, and all development shall conform to the comprehensive siting plan. The
proposed plan must include the following to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority: City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Access, road system, walkway system and site pattern showing dimensions and
structures;
Provision for on-site containerized garbage collection facilities;
Required landscaping in accordance with Section 89.6;
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015;
Provisions for outdoor lighting;
Identification and directional signs;
Location of parking aprons (hard surfaced) for every proposed lot;
Proposed location of manufactured home for every lot;
Proposed landscaping of the individual lots and throughout the manufactured home
community pursuant to Part Eight of this Bylaw;
Screened storage compound for trucks, trailers, campers, snowmobiles, boats, etc.;
Shall establish guidelines and standards satisfactory to the Development Authority
governing design and materials of carports, patios, storage buildings, skirting, fences,
fuel storage and supply facilities and other attached or detached structures; and,
Such other information as deemed necessary by the Development Authority;
b. The development of a MHC must be completed in conformance with the approved plans
and related conditions prior to the issuance of an Occupancy Permit;
c. Dwellings shall be finished from the floor level to the ground level within 30 days of being
sited on a lot. All finish materials shall either be parged, factory fabricated or, of
equivalent quality, be pre-finished or painted so that the design and construction
complements the dwelling;
d. Equipment used for transportation of manufactured homes shall be removed from the
dwelling and finishing installed within 30 days of placement;
e. Dwellings shall be placed on a CSA Z240.10.1 standard foundation, an engineer approved
foundation, or a basement;
f. All attached or accessory structures such as room additions, porches, sun rooms, garages
and garden sheds shall be a factory prefabricated units or of an equivalent quality and
shall be pre-finished or painted so that the design and construction complements the
principal building;
g. The roof line of any addition shall not exceed the height of the dwelling;
h. A lot may be used only for the siting of one (1) manufactured home;
i. All roads in a manufactured home community shall be paved and of sufficient width to
accommodate the passage of emergency vehicles. If the carriageway is less than 9.2m in
width, no on-street parking shall be permitted;
j. Designated visitor parking areas shall be evenly distributed throughout the manufactured
home community, and each visitor parking shall include a minimum of three (3) parking
stalls;
k. A second access from a public road shall be provided for emergency access to any
manufactured home community containing more than 70 units;
l. Internal pedestrian walkways, where provided, shall have a minimum hard surfaced width
of 1.2m and be constructed to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
89.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
a. A landscaped buffer strip of 4.6m or greater is required between the lot line of any
manufactured home and the bounding lot line of the manufactured home community;
b. A minimum of 10% of the MHC shall be dedicated open space, designated for recreational
and playground use, and shall not include any required buffer strip; and,
c. One (1) tree shall be provided for every 400m² of the MHC and one (1) shrub shall be
provided for every 200m² of the MHC. Where the calculation for the required number of
trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 90 Manufactured Home Subdivision District - MHS
90.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of residential subdivisions where manufactured housing is the
predominant housing form.
90.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Manufactured Home
• Park
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4,
2017)
90.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Child Care Facility
• Home Business
• Residential Sales Centre
• Small Wind Energy Systems
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
90.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
90.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Lot Area: 460m2
b) Lot Width: 14m
c) Lot Depth: 34m
d) Front yard: 6.1m
e) Rear Yard: 3.7m
f) Side Yard: 1.2m on one side and 3.0m on the other side for principal building
1.2m for accessory buildings and deck
g) Site Coverage
(Maximum) :
40%, including accessory buildings
90.5 Additional Requirements
a. Dwellings shall be finished from the floor level to the ground level within 30 days of being
sited on a lot. All finish materials shall either be parged, factory fabricated or, of
equivalent quality, be pre-finished or painted so that the design and construction
complements the dwelling;
b. Equipment used for transportation of manufactured homes shall be removed from the
dwelling and finishing installed within 30 days of placement;
c. Dwellings shall be placed on a CSA Z240.10.1 standard foundation, an engineer approved
foundation, or a basement;
d. All attached or accessory structures such as room additions, porches, sun rooms, garages
and garden sheds shall be a factory prefabricated units or of an equivalent quality and
shall be pre-finished or painted so that the design and construction complements the
principal building;
e. The roof line of any addition shall not exceed the height of the dwelling; City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
f. Notwithstanding Section 90.4(a), the lot area may be reduced pursuant to an Area
Structure Plan or Outline Plan provided that a restrictive covenant restricting the length of
a manufactured home is registered on title. The maximum lot coverage shall remain at
40%. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 91 Central Commercial District - CC
91.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of commercial, residential institutional, cultural and related uses in
the City’s central business district in accordance with the Downtown Enhancement Area
Redevelopment Plan Bylaw C-1130.
91.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Minor
• Apartment Building
(minimum 24 units and three (3) storeys in height)
• Boarding House
• Broadcasting Studio
• Business Support Service
• Child Care Facility
• Commercial Business Centre, Local
• Commercial Business Centre, Minor
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Commercial School
• Community Service Facility
• Contractor, Limited
• Dispatch Office
• Drinking Establishment, Major
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Essential Public Service
• Financial Building
• Government Service
• Health Facility, Major
• Health Facility, Minor
• Hotel
• Liquor Store
• Micro-Brewery, Micro-Winery and Micro-Distillery
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Office, Major
• Office, Minor
• Park
• Parking Lot or Building
• Personal Service Facility
• Residential Care Facility
• Residential Support Home - Type 1
• Restaurant
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Major
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Retail Store, General
• Retail Store, Second-Hand
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68-Mar 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-79-Feb 25, 2019,
Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020, C-1260-123-Aug 24, 2020 and
Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
91.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Automotive and/or Recreational Vehicle Sales,
Rental and Service
• Carnival
• Casino
• Commercial Business Centre, Major
• Community Outreach Facility
• Community Recreation Facility
• Dry Cleaning Plant
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Farmers/Flea Market
• Gas Bar
• Group Home
• Mixed Use Apartment Building, Up to 2 Units
• Motel
• Religious Assembly
• Residential Support Home - Type 2
• Residential Conversion
• Retail Store, Cannabis
• Service Station
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Supermarket
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
(Bylaw C-1260-76-Sept. 5, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018,
Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018, Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020
and Bylaw C-1260-123-Aug 24, 2020)
91.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Adult Entertainment Facility
• Extended Medical Treatment Services
• Funeral, Crematory and Interment Services
• Late Night Club
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 17, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
91.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Front yard: None required pursuant to Section 39 (Corner lot restrictions)
b) Side yards: None required pursuant to Section 39 (Corner lot restrictions)
c) Rear yard: None required pursuant to Section 39 (Corner lot restrictions)
d) Building height
(Maximum):
6 storeys except for 12 Storeys for Apartment Buildings and Mixed Use
Apartment Building
(Bylaw C-1260-23 - December 14, 2015)
e) Site coverage
(Maximum):
95%
f) Floor Area Ratio
Maximum):
Four times site area
91.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for the development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B
- Signs;
b. Any yard abutting a public road other than a lane may require an additional yard setback
and landscaping to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
c. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or sides of the
principal building and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites and a public road
other than a lane;
d. The site plan, relationship between buildings, the architectural treatment of buildings, the
provision of landscaped open space, and the parking layout shall be subject to approval by
the Development Authority;
e. The Development Authority shall refer all applications for a development permit to the
Downtown Association for comment;
f. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-4 - December 9, 2013
91.6 Overlay Districts (Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018)
a. The Site Standards contained in this District may be varied in accordance with an
approved Area Redevelopment Plan. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of this
Bylaw for overlay boundaries;
b. All properties that are covered by the South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay
shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as those contained in
Schedule G - South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay as well as the South
Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan;
c. Additional setbacks from the Roadways may be applicable in accordance with Schedule J -
Development Setbacks from Roadways. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of
this Bylaw for Overlay locations,
(Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 92 General Commercial District - CG
92.1 Purpose
To provide for a range of commercial and related uses that are located along arterial roads and in
close proximity to medium and higher density residential or non-residential areas.
92.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Minor
• Business Support Service
• Child Care Facility
• Commercial Business Center, Minor
• Contractor, Limited
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Financial Building
• Gas Bar
• Health Facility, Major
• Health Facility, Minor
• Liquor Store
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Office, Major
• Office, Minor
• Personal Service Facility
• Restaurant
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Retail Store, General
• Retail Store, Second-Hand
• Solar Collector
• Supermarket
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
92.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and
Sales, Minor
• Commercial Business Center, Major
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Commercial School
• Community Recreation Facility
• Community Service Facility
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
•
• Equipment Rental and Repair
• Essential Public Service
• Recycling Depot
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Retail Store, Cannabis
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C1260-124-October 19, 2020)
92.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Adult Entertainment Facility • Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
92.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Site Width: 30m
b) Front Yard: 6.1m
c) Rear Yard: 7.6m
d) Side Yards: 6.1m
e) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 Storeys for solely commercial use, 4 Storeys for commercial/residential
mixed-use buildings
f) Site Coverage:
(Maximum)
50 % City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
92.5 Additional Requirements
a. The maximum gross floor area for a single super market shall be 4,650m2
;
b. All signs proposed for a development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B -
Signs;
c. (Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016);
d. (Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015);
e. If a development in this District abuts a residential district, the abutting yard of such a
development shall be a minimum of 4.6m and shall be landscaped to the satisfaction of
the Development Authority. As well, a solid screen fence of at least 1.9m in height shall
be provided;
(Bylaw C-1260-60 - September 6, 2016)
f. No outdoor eating or drinking area shall be located within 15m of the subject property line
and an adjacent residential property;
g. No drive-through service window shall be located within 15m of the subject property line
and an adjacent residential property;
h. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or sides of the
principal building and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites and public roads;
i. The site plan, relationship between buildings, the treatment of buildings, the provision
and architecture of landscaped open space, and the parking layout shall be subject to
approval by the Development Authority;
j. Additional setbacks from the Roadways may be applicable in accordance with Schedule J -
Development Setbacks from Roadways. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of
this Bylaw for Overlay locations.
(Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018)
92.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Development 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of Total
Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 93 Commercial Transition District - CT
93.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of low intensity commercial, office and service uses that border
mature residential areas and in accordance with an approved Area Redevelopment Plan. It is intended
that development be sensitive and in scale with the bordering residential area.
93.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Minor
• Boarding House
• Business Support Service
• Child Care Facility
• Commercial Business Center, Local
• Commercial Business Centre, Minor
• Commercial School (up to 10 pupils at
any time)
• Community Service Facility
• Contractor, Limited
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Financial Building
• Government Service
• Health Facility, Minor
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Office, Minor
• Parking Lot or Building
• Personal Service Facility
• Restaurant
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Retail Store, General
• Retail Store, Second-Hand
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68-Mar 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
93.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Community Outreach Facility
• Community Recreation Facility
• Drinking Establishment, Major
• Equipment Rental and Repair
• Essential Public Service
• Gas Bar
• Health Facility, Major
• Home Business
• Multi-Attached Dwelling
• Office, Major
• Religious Assembly
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Major
• Service Station
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Supermarket
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018,
Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020 and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
93.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Funeral, Crematory and Interment Services
• Liquor Store
• Public Utility
• Retail Store, Cannabis
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
93.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Front Yard: 3.0m except when adjacent commercial buildings abut the site boundary
to form a pedestrian oriented shopping street, a building may be built to
the site boundary.
b) Side Yard: 3.0m
c) Rear Yard: 3.0m
d) Building Height
(Maximum)
3 Storeys for solely commercial use, 4 Storeys for commercial/residential
mixed-use buildings
e) Floor Area Ratio
(Maximum)
Two times site area
93.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for a development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B -
Signs;
b. The site standards of the CL District shall apply for Commercial Business Centre
(Local/Minor);
c. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015;
d. A minimum 4.6m landscaped yard is required along any property lines that abut a
residential property and may exceed the landscaping required in Section 93.7. In addition,
a solid screened fence with a minimum height of 1.9m shall be provided along the same
property lines;
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
e. No outdoor eating or drinking area shall be located within 15m of the subject property line
and adjacent residential property;
f. No drive-through service window shall be located within 15m of the subject property lines
and the adjacent residential property;
g. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or sides of the
principal building and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites and public roads;
h. The site plan, relationship between buildings, the treatment of buildings, the provision
and architecture of landscaped open space, and the parking layout shall be subject to
approval by the Development Authority.
93.6 Overlay Districts (Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018)
a. The Site Standards contained in this District may be varied in accordance with an
approved Area Redevelopment Plan. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of this
Bylaw for overlay boundaries;
b. All properties that are covered by the South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay
shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as those contained in
Schedule G - South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay as well as the South
Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan;
c. Additional setbacks from the Roadways may be applicable in accordance with Schedule J -
Development Setbacks from Roadways. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of
this Bylaw for Overlay locations.
(Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
93.7 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
Multi-Attached
Dwelling
35% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of Total
Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
All Non-Residential
Development
10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of Total
Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 94 Mixed Use - MX - Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-23-December 14,
2015 City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 95 Arterial Commercial District - CA
95.1 Purpose
To provide for a diversity of commercial uses that are located adjacent to or are easily accessible from the High
Visibility Corridors as identified in Schedule C. A high standard of appearance/design and landscaping as
required by the Schedule C - High Visibility Corridor Overlay will be applied to developments located adjacent a
High Visibility Corridor.
95.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Minor
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and Sales, Minor
• Automotive and/or Recreational Vehicle Sales,
Rental and Service
• Broadcasting Studio
• Business Support Service
• Child Care Facility
• Commercial Business Centre, Major
• Commercial Business Centre, Minor
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Commercial School
• Commercial Storage
• Community Recreation Facility
• Community Service Facility
• Contractor, Limited
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Equipment Rental and Repair
• Essential Public Service
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Financial Building
• Funeral, Crematory and Interment Service
• Gas Bar
• Government Service
• Greenhouse
• Health Facility, Major
• Health Facility, Minor
• Hotel
• Liquor Store
• Micro-Brewery, Micro-Winery and Micro-Distillery
• Motel
• Office, Major
• Office, Minor
• Parking Lot or Building
• Personal Service Facility
• Recycling Depot
• Restaurant
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Retail Store, General
• Retail Store, Second-Hand
• Service Station
• Solar Collector
• Storage Yard (Accessory to Retail/Warehouse Sales)
• Supermarket
• Truck and/or Manufactured Home Sales and/or Rental
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
• Warehouse Sales
(Bylaw C-1260-68-Mar 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-79-Feb 25, 2019
and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
95.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Carnival
• Casino
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor
• Community Outreach Facility
• Drinking Establishment, Major
• Dry Cleaning Plant
• Fleet Service
• Farmers/Flea Market
• Late Night Club
• Religious Assembly
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Major
• Retail Store, Cannabis
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Vehicle Wash, Major
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018,
Bylaw C-1260-116-Apr 20, 2020 and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
95.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Adult Entertainment Facility • Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-116-April 20, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
95.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Site Width: 30m
b) Front Yard: 6.1m or 3.0m if abutting a service road adjacent to 100 Street
c) Rear Yard: 6.1m
d) Side Yard: 1.5m on one side and 6.0m on the other side. If one side of the site is
adjacent to:
• A public road;
• A residential district; or
• A lane that services the site;
then this will be the side the 6.0m setback is applied to.
i) is adjacent to a public road and/or a residential district, or
ii) where a developed lane services site and the site abuts another commercial or industrial
district
e) Building Height:
(Maximum)
12 Storeys for hotels, 6 Storeys for commercial/residential mixed-use
buildings and 3 Storeys for all other sole commercial uses (maximum)
f) Site Coverage:
(Maximum)
60% (maximum)
95.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for a development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B -
Signs;
b. All development permit applications affected by the High Visibility Corridor Overlay shall
comply with the requirements of Schedule C - High Visibility Corridor Overlay;
c. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015;
d. If a development in this District abuts a residential district, the abutting yard of such a
development shall be a minimum of 4.6m and shall be landscaped, in addition to the
requirements of Section 95.6, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. As well, a
solid screened fence of at least 1.9m in height shall be provided;
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
e. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or sides of the
principal building and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites and public roads;
f. The Development Authority may allow open storage in a required front yard. However,
additional screening and berming of any such open storage area shall be required to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority;
g. The site plan, relationship between buildings, the treatment of buildings, the provision
and architecture of landscaped open space, and the parking layout shall be subject to
approval by the Development Authority;
h. Additional setbacks from the Roadways may be applicable in accordance with Schedule J -
Development Setbacks from Roadways. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of
this Bylaw for Overlay locations.
(Bylaw C-1260-90 - May 7, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
95.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Development 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 96 Local Commercial District - CL
96.1 Purpose
To provide for commercial development, generally convenience in nature, that caters to the needs of
one (1) or more neighbourhoods.
96.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Minor
• Child Care Facility
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Gas Bar
• Health Facility, Minor
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Office, Minor
• Personal Service Facility
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19,
2020)
96.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Commercial Business Center, Minor
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Community Service Facility
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Financial Building
• Restaurant
• Retail Store, Cannabis
• Retail Store, General
• Retail Store, Second-Hand
• Service Station
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-114-December 2, 2019)
96.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Liquor Store
• Public Utility
•
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-114-December 2, 2019)
96.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Site Area (Maximum) 0.8ha (all sites combined)
b) Site Width: 30m
c) Front Yard: 6.1m
d) Rear Yard: 7.6m
e) Side Yard: 3.0m or,
4.6m when adjacent to or abutting a residential district
f) Building Height
(Maximum):
2 Storeys for solely commercial use, 4 storeys for
commercial/residential mixed-use buildings
g) Site Coverage
(Maximum):
50% City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
96.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for the development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B
- Signs;
b. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015;
c. If a development in this District abuts a residential district, the abutting yard of such a
development shall be a minimum of 4.6m and shall be landscaped, in addition to the
requirements of Section 96.7, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. As well, a
solid screened fence of at least 1.9m in height shall be provided;
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
d. No outdoor eating or drinking area shall be located within 15m of the subject property
and the adjacent residential property;
e. No drive-through service window shall be located within 15m of the subject property and
an adjacent residential district;
f. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or sides of the
principal building and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites and public roads;
g. The site plan, relationship between buildings, the treatment of buildings, the provision
and architecture of landscaped open space, and the parking layout shall be subject to
approval by the Development Authority.
96.6 Area Redevelopment Plan
a. The Site Standards contained in this District may be varied in accordance with an
approved Area Redevelopment Plan. Refer to Schedule A - Land Use Districts Map of this
Bylaw for overlay boundaries.
b. All properties that are covered by the South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay
shall be subject to the regulations contained in this district as well as those contained in
Schedule G - South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan Overlay as well as the South
Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan.
96.7 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable Surface
Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Development 20% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 97 Business Industrial District - IB
97.1 Purpose
To provide for industrial and service commercial businesses that may allow limited outdoor storage
and carry out their operations such that no nuisance is created or apparent outside an enclosed
building and such that the district is compatible with any adjacent non-industrial district.
97.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Minor
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and
Sales, Minor
• Automotive and/or Recreation Vehicle
Sales, Rental and Service
• Broadcasting Studio
• Business Support Service
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Commercial School
• Commercial Storage
• Community Recreation Facility
• Contractor, Limited
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Essential Public Service
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Financial Building
• Funeral, Crematory and Interment Service
• Gas Bar
• Health Facility, Major
• Health Facility, Minor
• Industrial Business Center
• Micro-Brewery, Micro-Winery and Micro-Distillery
• Office, Major
• Office, Minor
• Parking Lot or Building
• Personal Service Facility
• Restaurant
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Solar Collector
• Taxidermy
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
(Bylaw C-1260-68-Mar 20, 2017, Bylaw C-1260-79-Feb 25, 2019
and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
97.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and Sales,
Major
• Cannabis Production and Distribution
• Carnival
• Casino
• Child Care Facility
• Community Service Facility
• Contractor, General
• Drinking Establishment, Major
• Dry Cleaning Plant
• Equipment Rental and Repair
• Fleet Service
• Greenhouse
• Late Night Club
• Religious Assembly
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Major
• Retail Store, Cannabis
• Service Station
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Storage Yard
• Truck and/or Manufactured Home Sales and/or
Rental
• Vehicle Wash, Major
• Warehouse, Distribution and/or Storage
• Warehouse Sales
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
97.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Adult Entertainment Facility
• General Industrial
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
97.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Site Width: 30.5m
b) Front Yard: 6.1m
c) Rear Yard: None except 6.1m abutting a public road other than a lane or a residential
district
d) Side Yard: None except 6.1m abutting a public road other than a lane or a residential
district
e) Building Height:
(Maximum)
10.4m
f) Site Coverage:
(Maximum)
45%
97.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for a development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B -
Signs;
b. All development permit applications affected by the High Visibility Corridor Overlay shall
comply with the requirements of Schedule C - High Visibility Corridor Overlay;
c. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015);
d. If a development in this District abuts a residential district, the abutting yard of such a
development shall be a minimum of 4.6m and shall be landscaped, in addition to the
requirements of Section 97.6, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. As well, a
solid screened fence of at least 1.9m in height shall be provided;
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
e. No outdoor eating or drinking area shall be located within 15m of an adjacent residential
property;
f. Loading, storage and trash collection areas shall be located to the rear or sides of the
principal building and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites and public roads;
g. The Development Authority may allow open storage in a required front yard. However,
additional screening and berming of any such open storage area shall be required to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority;
h. The site plan, relationship between buildings, the treatment and architecture of buildings,
the provision of landscaped open space, and the parking layout shall be subject to
approval by the Development Authority.
97.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required Landscaped,
Permeable Surface Area
Number of Trees (Minimum)
All Development 5% of Total Lot Area 1 per 800m² of Total Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees results in a fraction, the next lower number
shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 98 General Industrial District - IG
98.1 Purpose
To provide for industrial businesses that may carry out a portion of their operation outdoors or
require large outdoor storage areas, such that no nuisance is created or apparent beyond the site. This
district should generally not be located adjacent to residential districts.
98.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Major
• Auctioneering Facility
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and
Sales, Major
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and
Sales, Minor
• Broadcasting Studio
• Cannabis Production and Distribution
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Commercial Storage
• Contractor, General
• Contractor, Limited
• Dry Cleaning Plant
• Equipment Rental and Repair
• Essential Public Service
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Fleet Service
• Funeral, Crematory and Interment Services
• Gas Bar
• General Industrial
• Greenhouse
• Industrial Business Center
• Micro-Brewery, Micro-Winery and Micro-Distillery
• Oilfield Support
• Outdoor Storage Facility
• Recycling Depot
• Restaurant
• Service Station
• Shipping/Storage Container
• Solar Collector
• Storage Yard
• Taxidermy
• Truck and/or Manufactured Home Sales
and/or Rental
• Vehicle Wash, Major
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
• Warehouse, Distribution and/or Storage
• Warehouse Sales
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-79-Feb 25, 2019)
98.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Automotive and/or Recreational Vehicle
Sales, Rental and Service
• Brewery, Distillery and Winery
• Bulk Chemical and/or Fuel Storage Facility
• Carnival
• Casino
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor
• Commercial School
• Community Recreation Facility
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Education, Private
• Late Night Club
• Restaurant & Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Retail Store, Cannabis
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Surveillance Suite
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018, Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018
Bylaw C-1260-79-Feb 25, 2019 and Bylaw C-1260-124-Oct 19, 2020)
98.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Adult Entertainment Facility • Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
98.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Site Size: 0.24ha
b) Site Width: 30m
c) Front Yard: 6.1m
d) Rear Yard: None except 3.0m abutting a public road other than a lane
e) Side Yard: None except 3.0m abutting a public road other than a lane
f) Building Height:
(maximum)
25m
98.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for a development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B -
Signs;
b. All development permit applications affected by the High Visibility Corridor Overlay shall
comply with the requirements of Schedule C - High Visibility Corridor Overlay;
c. No parking, loading, storage, trash collection, outdoor service or display area shall be
permitted within the required front yard setback;
d. Notwithstanding Section 98.5c, the Development Authority may allow open storage in a
required front yard. However, additional screening and/or berming of any such open
storage area may be required by the Development Authority;
e. In reviewing an application for a General Industrial use, the Development Authority shall
ensure that the General Industrial use complies with the purpose statement of this
District;
f. If a development in this District abuts a residential district, the abutting yard of such a
development shall be a minimum of 4.6m and shall be landscaped, in addition to the
requirements of Section 98.6, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority and in
accordance with Part Eight. As well, a solid screened fence of at least 1.9m in height shall
be provided;
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
g. In addition to the required compliance with the Alberta Safety Code and Alberta Fire
Code, and at the discretion of the Development Authority, any on-site manufacture,
storage and handling of dangerous goods in excess of the quantities identified in Schedule
E – Small Quantity Exemptions for Dangerous Goods may require a Risk Assessment
Report be prepared by a qualified engineer, and such report shall be guided by the
guidelines established by the Major Industrial Accidents Council of Canada (MIACC) as
published in:
Risk-Based Land Use Planning Guidelines;
Hazardous Substances Risk Assessment, a Mini-Guide for Municipalities and
Industries; and,
MIACC Lists of Hazardous Substances. City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
98.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees (Minimum)
All Development 5% of Total Lot Area 1 per 800m² of Total Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees results in a fraction, the next lower number
shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 99 Heavy Industrial District - IH
99.1 Purpose
To provide for large scale industrial uses that may result in some nuisance effects, such as noise,
odour, or emissions, on adjacent sites.
99.2 Permitted Uses
• No Permitted Uses Listed. All uses are considered Discretionary.
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
99.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Major
• Automotive and Equipment Repair
and Sales, Major
• Brewery, Distillery and Winery
• Bulk Chemical and/or Fuel Storage Facility
• Cannabis Production and Distribution
• Contractor, General
• Extensive Agriculture
• Funeral, Crematory and Interment Services
• General Industrial
• Oilfield Support
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
• Outdoor Storage Facility
• Rail Yard
• Recreation Vehicle Storage
• Recycling Depot
• Salvage Yard
• Service Station
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Solar Collector
• Storage Yard
• Surveillance Suite
• Waste Management
• Warehouse, Distribution and/or Storage
(Bylaw C-1260-94-June 18, 2018 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
99.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Abattoir
• Intensive Agriculture
• Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
99.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Lot Width: 50m
b) Front Yard: 15m
c) Side Yards: 15m
d) Rear Yard: 15m City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
99.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for a development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B -
Signs;
b. All development permit applications affected by the High Visibility Corridor Overlay shall
comply with the requirements of Schedule C - High Visibility Corridor Overlay;
c. Notwithstanding Section 99.4, the Development Authority may require a greater setback
for a use that may interfere with the safety and amenity of adjacent sites. Landscaping
and screening requirements within such a setback shall be at the discretion of the
Development Authority;
d. No parking, loading, storage, trash collection, outdoor service or display area shall be
permitted within the required front yard setback;
e. Notwithstanding Section 99.5d the Development Authority may allow open storage in a
required front yard. However, additional screening and berming of any such open storage
area shall be required to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
f. In reviewing an application for a General Industrial use, the Development Authority shall
ensure that the General Industrial use complies with the purpose statement of this
District;
g. If a development in this District abuts a residential district, the abutting yard of such a
development shall be a minimum of 4.6m and shall be landscaped, in addition to the
requirements of Section 99.6, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority and in
accordance with Part Eight. As well, a solid screened fence of at least 1.9m in height shall
be provided;
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015)
h. In addition to compliance with the Alberta Safety Code and Alberta Fire Code, any on-site
manufacture, storage and handling of dangerous goods in excess of the quantities
identified in Schedule E - Small Quantity Exemptions for Dangerous Goods may, at the
discretion of the Development Authority, require a Risk Assessment Report be prepared
by a qualified engineer, and such report shall be guided by the guidelines established by
the Major Industrial Accidents Council of Canada (MIACC) as published in:
Risk-Based Land Use Planning Guidelines;
Hazardous Substances Risk Assessment, a Mini-Guide for Municipalities and
Industries; and,
MIACC Lists of Hazardous Substances;
i. Management of waste shall comply with the Environmental Protection and Enhancement
Act and its regulations, particularly the Waste Control Regulation (AR 192/96).
99.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees (Minimum)
All Development 5% of Total Lot Area 1 per 800m² of Total Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees results in a fraction, the next lower number
shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 99A Rural Industrial District - IR
99A.1 Purpose
To provide an industrial district that reflects a rural standard of industrial development by allowing for
rural road cross-sections. This district will generally be applied to new development areas that have
been comprehensively planned through the adoption of an Outline Plan.
99A.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Animal Service Facility, Major
• Auctioneering Facility
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and
Sales, Major
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and
Sales, Minor
• Automotive and/or Recreational Vehicle
Sales, Rental and Service
• Broadcasting Studio
• Cannabis Production and Distribution
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor
• Commercial School
• Commercial Storage
• Contractor, General
• Contractor, Limited
• Equipment Rental and Repair
• Essential Public Service
• Extensive Agriculture
• Fleet Service
• Gas Bar
• General Industrial
• Greenhouse
• Industrial Business Centre
• Oilfield Support
• Outdoor Storage Facility
• Public Utility
• Rail Yard
• Recreation Vehicle Storage
• Recycling Depot
• Service Station
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Solar Collector
• Storage Yard
• Taxidermy
• Truck and/or Manufactured Home Sales and/or
Rental
• Vehicle Wash, Major
• Vehicle Wash, Minor
• Warehouse, Distribution and/or Storage
• Warehouse Sales
(Bylaw C-1260-94 - June 18, 2018)
99A.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Bulk Chemical and/or Fuel Storage Facility
• Carnival
• Casino
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Restaurant
• Retail Store, General
• Salvage Yard
• Surveillance Suite
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
99A.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Abattoir • Adult Entertainment Facility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
99A.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight, and Nine; the following standards shall
apply:
a) Site Area 4,000 m2
b) Site Width 40.0 m
c) Front Yard 10.0 m City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
d) Rear Yard 8.0 m
e) Side Yard, Interior 8.0 m
f) Side Yard, Exterior 8.0 m
g) Building Height (max.) 15.0 m
h) Lot Coverage (max.) 60 percent
i) Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015
99A.5 Additional Requirements
a. Signs shall be in accordance with the requirement of the IH District;
b. All development permit applications affected by the High Visibility Corridor Overlay shall
comply with the requirements of Schedule C - High Visibility Corridor Overlay;
c. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015;
d. No parking, loading, storage, trash collection, outdoor service or displays area shall be
permitted within the required front yard setback;
e. All outdoor storage areas shall be fenced and may be required to be screened from view
from the street by the fence or other suitable screening;
f. Outdoor storage may only be permitted in a front yard or exterior side yard at the
discretion of the Development Authority. However, additional screening and/or berming
of any such open storage area may be required by the Development Authority;
g. Outdoor storage shall comply with the setbacks in Section 99A.4;
h. This district shall not abut a residential district;
i. In addition to the required compliance with the Alberta Safety Code and Alberta Fire
Code, and at the discretion of the Development Authority, any on-site manufacture,
storage and handling of dangerous goods in excess of the quantities identified in
Schedule E - Small Quantity Exemption for Dangerous Goods may require a Risk
Assessment Report be prepared by a qualified engineer, and such report shall be guided
by the guidelines established by the Major Industrial Accidents Council of Canada
(MIACC) as published in:
i) Risk-Based Land Use Planning Guidelines;
ii) Hazardous Substances Risk Assessment, a Mini-Guide for Municipalities and
Industries; and
iii) MIACC Lists of Hazardous Substances.
(Bylaw C-1260-7 - May 20, 2014)
99A.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees (Minimum)
All Development 5% of Total Lot Area 1 per 800m² of Total Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees results in a fraction, the next lower number
shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 100 Public Service District - PS
100.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of major facilities intended for the delivery of community,
educational, health, recreation and government services.
100.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Child Care Facility
• Community Outreach Facility
• Community Recreation Facility
• Community Service Facility
• Education, Private
• Education, Public
• Essential Public Service
• Government Service
• Park
• Parking Lot or Building
• Religious Assembly
• Residential Care Facility
• Small Wind Energy Systems
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
100.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Carnival
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
100.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Cemetery
• Detention Facility
• Extended Medical Treatment Services
• Public Utility
• Waste Management
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
100.4 Site Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Front Yard: 6.1m
b) Side Yard: 3.0m
c) Rear Yard: 7.6m
d) Building Height:
(maximum)
15m
100.5 Additional Requirements
a. All signs proposed for a development shall comply with the requirements of Schedule B -
Signs;
b. All development permit applications affected by the High Visibility Corridor Overlay shall
comply with the requirements of Schedule C - High Visibility Corridor Overlay;
c. If a development in this District abuts a residential district, the abutting yard of such a
development shall be a minimum of 4.6m and shall be landscaped, in addition to the
requirements of Section 100.7, to the satisfaction of the Development Authority and in
accordance with Part Eight. As well, a solid screened fence of at least 1.9m in height shall
be provided;
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
d. The site plan, relationship between buildings, structures and open space, the treatment of
buildings, the provision, and architecture of landscaped open space, and the parking
layout shall be subject to approval by the Development Authority.
100.6 School Site Development
As part of the development of a school, the entire site must be developed including, but not limited
to, the construction of sports fields, common areas, landscaping, and parking. A comprehensive site
development plan shall be submitted as part of the development permit application. The standards
contained in the City’s Parks Master Plan and the Design and Construction Manual shall apply to all
features of the school site. The specific features of each school site will depend on whether the school
is an elementary school or a high school.
100.7 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Development 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 101 Muskoseepi Park District - MP
101.1 Purpose
To preserve natural areas and parkland along Bear Creek and Crystal Lake and any associated creeks
and ravines for active and passive recreational uses and environment protection in conformance with
the Muskoseepi Park Master Plan.
101.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Park
• Solar Collector (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017)
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
101.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• No Discretionary Uses listed.
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
101.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Carnival
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor
• Community Recreation Facility
• Community Service Facility
• Essential Public Service
• Government Service
• Parking Lot or Building
• Public Utility
• Any other use deemed appropriate by Council
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017)
The Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine shall apply. All other site standards shall be
at the discretion of the Development Authority. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 102 Urban Reserve District - UR
102.1 Purpose
To protect land intended for future urban from premature subdivision and development.
102.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Extensive Agriculture
• Extensive Recreation
• Park
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-84-Dec. 4, 2017)
102.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Carnival
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor
• Greenhouse
• Home Business
• Manufactured Home
• Single Detached Dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
102.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• Intensive Agriculture • Public Utility
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
102.4 Site Provisions
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a) Front Yard: 7.6m
b) Side Yard: 7.6m
c) Rear Yard: 7.6m
e) All other standards shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority.
102.5 Additional Requirements
a. Single Detached dwellings and Manufactured Homes will be permitted only if accessory to
a permitted or discretionary use;
b. In considering a Discretionary Use, the Development Authority shall not approve a use
that may prejudice the future urban use of the site;
c. The Development Authority may issue a temporary development permit for a
Discretionary Use. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 103 Airport District - AP
103.1 Purpose
To provide for the orderly operation and development of the Grande Prairie Airport.
103.2 Permitted Uses
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Aircraft Sales and/or Rental
• Bulk Chemical and/or Fuel Storage Facility
• Essential Public Service
• Fleet Service
• Hangar and Terminal Facility
• Solar Collector
(Bylaw C-1260-68 - March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-84-Dec. 4, 2017)
103.3 Discretionary Uses-Development Officer
• Drinking Establishment, Minor
• Extensive Agriculture
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Gas Bar
• Office, Minor
• Outdoor Storage Facility
• Public Utility
• Restaurant
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Surveillance Suite
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
103.3.1 Discretionary Uses-Committee (Bylaw C-1260-84-December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118-April 6, 2020)
• No Discretionary Uses listed.
(Bylaw C-1260-68-March 20, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-97-July 3, 2018)
103.4 Site Provisions
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following standards shall
apply.
a. Minimum site area and yard setbacks are at the discretion of the Development Authority;
b. The maximum height for any use and development including all appurtenances and
temporary construction equipment shall not penetrate the Approach/Departure Surfaces
for each runway.
103.5 Additional Requirements
a. The Airport District is considered as within Schedule D - Airport Vicinity Overlay and,
therefore, is subject to the provisions of such Overlay;
b. Uses and developments on airport property must comply with the Grande Prairie Airport
Master Plan as amended from time to time and the requirements of all other authorities,
either Federal or Provincial, having jurisdiction;
c. Uses, which would cause excessive discharge of toxic, noxious or other particulate matter
into the atmosphere; radiation or interference by the use of electric or electronic
equipment; fire and explosive hazards; lighting, and accumulation of any material or waste
edible by, or attractive to birds, shall not be approved;
d. Approval of development shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority. The
impact of the proposed development on the operations of the airport, and the impact of
the airport operations on the proposed development shall be the primary considerations
of the Development Authority. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
103.6 Landscaping Requirements
In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply.
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped, Permeable
Surface Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
Commercial 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of
Total Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Industrial 5% of Total Lot Area 1 per 800m² of
Total Lot Area
N/A
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-31 - August 10, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Section 104 Direct Control District - DC
104.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for the development of land uses under individually unique
circumstances requiring site-specific controls, where the application of conventional land use districts
would be inappropriate or inadequate.
104.2 Uses
In approving a Direct Control District, Council:
a. Shall determine the permitted uses in that District;
b. May determine the discretionary uses in that District; and
c. May specify which uses are decided upon by the Development Officers, the Community
Growth Community or by Council.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
104.3 Administrative Provisions
a. This District shall only be applied where the following conditions are met:
The development is, in the opinion of Council, considered appropriate for the site,
having regard to the policies and objectives of any plan, statutory or otherwise, this
Bylaw and compatibility with the scale and character of surrounding development;
The use of any other district to accommodate the development would, in the opinion
of Council, result in potential conflicts with existing or future surrounding
development, should the full development potential of such district be utilized; and,
The development is of a unique form or nature not contemplated or reasonably
regulated by another district.
b. In addition to the information required by this Bylaw for an amendment application, the
applicant shall also provide the following information:
Support rationale explaining why the District is desirable for the site, having regard to
the conditions of application set out in (a) above;
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017)
A list of uses proposed for the site;
Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017;
Plans and elevations that would help to substantiate the need for the proposed
development to locate in this District; and,
Any other information as may be required by Council;
c. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 17, 2017;
d. In approving this District, Council shall specify those regulations, in addition to the General
Regulations of this Bylaw, which shall apply to uses in this District.
e. For Direct Control Districts where landscaping requirements are not specified within this
Bylaw, it shall match the requirements of the adjacent similar use with the largest
Minimum Required Landscaped Area.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4 Individual Direct Control Districts
104.4.1 - DC-1 - Site Specific Development Control Provision
104.4.1.1 Purpose
To establish a Site Specific Development Control District to accommodate a parking lot use either as a
stand-alone use on a lot separate from the principal use or to augment or satisfy minimum parking
requirements on a contiguous property, and to establish sensitive site development regulations that
will ensure compatibility with surrounding residential and commercial land uses.
104.4.1.2 Area of Application
This DC-1(a) District shall apply to Lots 8 & 9, Block 30, Plan 1061AE; located at 10015 - 107 Avenue.
104.4.1.3 Uses
a. Parking Lot
104.4.1.4 Development Criteria
a. Development in this District shall be evaluated with respect to compliance with Part
Nine of the Bylaw;
b. A soft landscaped screening buffer is required adjacent to a residential use and the
landscaped buffer:
i) Shall be a minimum of 4.6m in width;
ii) Shall include a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees with at least 60% of these
trees being coniferous;
iii) Shall include trees which are at least 6.10m high at maturity; and
iv) May include shrubs in addition to trees provided that the shrubs are at least
1.83m high at maturity;
v) Perimeter landscaping is required within required front yards and, in the case of
a corner lot, the side yard located adjacent to the flanking roadway in all multi-
family residential, commercial and industrial districts along a public roadway
(other than a lane) or adjacent to a public use site. The landscape area shall be
at least 3.05m wide, and:
- Deciduous trees, shall be planted at regular intervals;
- Coniferous trees, shall be planted in clusters of three (3);
- All trees must be 1.83m from the property line and at least 6.1m high at
maturity;
c. A screened fence 1.83m in height shall be constructed on the west property line
adjacent to the residential area;
d. No parking, loading, storage, trash collection, outdoor service or display area shall be
permitted within a required yard, and trash collection areas shall be screened from
view from any adjacent sites and public roadways. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.2 - DC-2 - Site Specific Development Control Provision
104.4.2.1 Purpose
To accommodate the redevelopment and reuse of an existing structure for use as a Business Office
(Office Major as per Land Use Bylaw Definition), as well as to accommodate limited future expansion
to the principal building in the form of office space, with regulations that will ensure that the
development will be compatible both in appearance and in use with surrounding residential
developments.
(Bylaw C-1260-57 - June 13, 2016)
104.4.2.2 Area of Application
Lots 17, 18, 19, & 20, Block 28, Plan 1061 AE; Municipal Address of 10715 - 102 Street.
104.4.2.3 Uses
a. Office (Major and Minor);
b. Attached Garage;
c. Fascia Sign.
104.4.2.4 Development Criteria
a. Site development shall be in accordance with Site Plan and Building Elevations as
attached as Appendix 1;
b. Front Yard shall not be less than 5.1m;
c. Rear Yard shall not be less than 9.0m;
d. North Side Yard shall not be less than 7.62m;
e. South Side Yard shall not be less than 4.8m;
f. Site Coverage shall not exceed 35%;
g. The maximum building height for future addition shall not be higher than the original
building height (approximately 6.09m);
h. At no time shall business related vehicles be parked:
i) on the adjacent roadways (102 Street and 108 Avenue);
ii) in the rear lane;
iii) in a fashion that inhibits clear passage of the rear lane;
iv) such that the headlights of vehicles penetrate into adjacent residential
properties;
i. Parking stall requirements shall be in accordance with the requirements for Offices
Major/Minor detailed in Part Nine of this Bylaw;
j. Lighting of the property shall be designed so that no light will penetrate into adjacent
properties. The Development Authority reserves the right to request a plan showing
the projected light patterns on the property should enforcement action be required;
k. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-57 - June 13, 2016;
l. The required landscaping shall be provided as follows:
i) Total trees required on site = 9;
ii) Total shrubs required on site = 18;
iii) Total landscaped area = 418.0m2
;
iv) Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-57 - June 13, 2016;
v) Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-57 - June 13, 2016.
m. The size of any fascia sign shall not exceed 0.75m2
. There shall be no more than two
(2) fascia signs permitted;
n. No outdoor storage will be permitted;
o. No storage of hazardous materials shall be permitted on site; City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
p. The Development Authority for this district shall be the Development Officer.
(Bylaw C-1260-57 - June 13, 2016)
SITE PLAN
(Bylaw C-1260-57 - June 13, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
BUILDING ELEVATIONS
North Elevation (view from 108 Avenue)
West Elevation (view from 102 Street)
South Elevation City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 4 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
East Elevation (view from Lane)
(Bylaw C-1260-57 - June 13, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.3 - DC-3 - SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PROVISION
104.4.3.1 Purpose
To provide a provision for the development of High Density Residential Apartment Housing with
development controls designed to ensure that the development is integrated into existing and future
commercial and residential development within West Highway 2 Area Structure Plan area.
104.4.3.2 Area of Application
This Provision shall apply to Lots 23 and 24, Block 1, Plan 002 4133; containing 1.40ha, more or less;
located east of 110 Street within the West Highway 2 Area Structure Plan, as shown on Schedule “A”
of the Bylaw adopting this Provision.
104.4.3.3 Uses
a. Apartment Building;
b. Apartment Hotels;
c. (Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
d. Residential Sales Center;
e. Accessory Building or Use;
f. Signs.
104.4.3.4 Development Criteria
a. Development on this site shall be in accordance with the following regulations and
within the building envelope outlined in Appendix A - The Site Plan attached to this
DC-3 Provision;
b. The maximum number of Dwellings shall be 228 dwelling units;
c. The maximum Height shall not exceed 45.0m or 12 Storeys;
d. The maximum Floor Area Ratio shall be 2.2;
e. The maximum Site Coverage shall be 25%;
f. Minimum Building Setbacks shall be provided as follows:
i) The minimum Front Setback shall be 6.1m from 110 Street;
ii) The minimum Side Setback shall be 11.25m from the north and south property
line;
iii) The minimum Rear Setback shall be 7.62m from the east property line.
g. A fence consisting of wood, stone, brick or a combination thereof shall be installed
along the east, south and north property lines of the site with appropriate pedestrian
accesses to the adjacent commercial area;
h. All resident and visitor vehicular parking shall be located within a surface and
underground parkade;
i. Parking stalls shall be provided in accordance with Section 72, Part Nine of this Bylaw;
j. Loading areas shall be screened from view from adjacent Sites and public roadways in
accordance with the provisions of Section 45 of this Bylaw;
k. Garbage collection areas shall be screened from view in accordance with the
provisions of Section 47 of this Bylaw;
l. A detailed Landscaping plan shall be submitted in accordance with Part Eight of this
Bylaw prior to the approval of any development permit. This plan shall include fencing
details, exterior lighting and street furniture elements, pedestrian seating areas, sizes
and species of new plantings, soil depth including special provisions to facilitate
natural plant growth, for the entire Site, and including special treatment to clearly
delineate public access to any outdoor amenity area;
m. In addition to the above, the following Landscaping elements shall be provided as
prescribed below: City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
i) The landscape treatment for the Front yard adjacent to 110 Street shall include
ten (10) deciduous trees (a minimum calliper of 6.5cm) planted at every 8.0m
and 10.0m intervals;
ii) The landscaped treatment for the north and south yards shall include eight (8)
deciduous trees (a minimum calliper of 6.5cm) planted at every 8.0m and 10.0m
intervals;
iii) Landscaped yards shall include a variety of deciduous and coniferous trees and
shrubs;
n. Signs shall comply with the regulations contained in Schedule B of the Land Use Bylaw;
o. The Development Officer shall be the development authority for the uses permitted
herein;
p. Development in this Provision shall be in accordance with the following architectural
guidelines, to the satisfaction of the Development Officer:
i) all exterior finishing materials must be of good quality, durable, and attractive in
appearance. The predominant exterior finishing materials shall have regard to
the objective of ensuring that the development is of high quality;
ii) appropriate lighting of the buildings and the Site shall be undertaken to provide
a safe, adequately lit environment and to add visual interest. Lighting shall be
directed away from adjacent roadways and all adjacent properties;
iii) building facades shall include design elements, finishing materials and variations
that will reduce any perceived mass and linearity of buildings and add
architectural interest;
iv) all exterior mechanical equipment shall be designed and oriented such that it is
screened from view;
v) design techniques including, but not limited to, the use of sloped roof, variations
in building Setbacks and articulation of building facades shall be employed in
order to minimize the perception of massing of the building when viewed from
adjacent residential areas;
vi) flat roofs shall be concealed by parapet walls that include articulation and use of
design elements that are in harmony with the principal architectural theme;
vii) the predominant exterior finishing materials shall be any combination of glazing,
concrete, brick, stucco, pre-finished metal siding, stone or other masonry
materials having a similar character, with wood or metal trim limited to use as
an accent, having regard to the objective of ensuring that the development is of
a high quality that is compatible with adjacent existing and future residential
development;
viii) all exposed sides of buildings, roofs and enclosures shall be finished in an
architecturally harmonious manner.
104.4.3.5 Additional Provisions
a. Prior to the issuance of a Development Permit, detailed sanitary system design (on
site storage complete with off peak pumping) is required to ensure the existing sewer
infrastructure can accommodate the projected demands from the development; City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
SITE PLAN City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
BUILDING ELEVATIONS
Side Elevation
Front Elevation City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
GROUND LEVEL PERSPECTIVE City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.4 - DC-4 - SITE SPECIFIC PROVISION
104.4.4.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of an Apartment Hotel on a site specific basis.
104.4.4.2 Area of Application
The provisions of this district shall only apply to Lot A, Block 7, Plan 952-3276 (10415 - 99 Avenue) as
shown on the next page.
104.4.4.3 Uses
a. Apartment Hotel;
b. Signs.
104.4.4.4 Development Authority
City Council is the development authority for the uses permitted in this district.
104.4.4.5 Development Criteria
a. Every development in this district shall comply with the General Regulations contained
in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine of this Bylaw;
b. There shall be no expansion to the footprint of the existing building at Lot A, Block 7,
Plan 952-3276 other than as may be required to conform with Building Safety Codes
or other statute normally superseding the Land Use Bylaw;
c. In the event that the existing structure is removed from Lot A, Block 7, Plan 952-3276
the following standards shall apply to every new development:
i) Front Yard 3.0m (minimum)
ii) Side Yard (interior side) 3.0m (minimum)
iii) Side Yard (lane side) 6.0m (minimum)
iv) Rear Yard 6.0m (minimum)
v) Building Height two storeys (maximum)
vi) Site Area 930.0 m2
(minimum)
d. Sign regulations shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority.
104.4.4.6 Definitions
Apartment Hotel means within this district only, dwellings contained within a building or part of a
building having a principal common entrance or where each room or suite has its own exterior access.
Each dwelling will be suitable for use by one (1) or more persons for more than five (5) consecutive
days and include cooking facilities. Each dwelling will be furnished including dishes and linen, and
maid service, telephone service, or desk service will be provided. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.5 - DC-5 - Site Specific Direct Control District
104.4.5.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of a hospital and associated Grande Prairie Regional College uses on
part of the NE ¼ Section 27, Township 71, Range 6, West of the 6th
Meridian.
104.4.5.2 Development Authority
The Development Officer is the Development Authority for all developments in this district.
104.4.5.3 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• All of the permitted and discretionary uses contained in the PS-Public Service District (Sections
100.2 and 100.3).
104.4.5.4 Development Standards
All development standards are at the discretion of the Development Authority, who shall have regard
for the standards in this Bylaw.
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104.4.6 - DC-6 - Site Specific Direct Control District
104.4.6.1. General Purpose
To provide for the development of an outdoor storage facility on a site specific basis.
104.4.6.2. Area of Application
This district shall apply to Lot 3A, Block 1, Plan 062-3810.
104.4.6.3. Permitted Uses
• Commercial Storage Facility
• Outdoor Storage Yard [subject to 104.4.6.4 (f)]
104.4.6.4. Development Criteria
Development on the subject property shall be in accordance with the following regulations:
a. Development shall take place in accordance with the site plan and development
criteria which form part of this Direct Control District;
b. Where this Direct Control District does not address a development standard, the
applicable standards of the Land Use Bylaw shall apply;
c. The intent of this Direct Control District is to provide for the development of an
Outdoor Storage Yard on the northern portion of the property. The standards in the
CA - Commercial Arterial district shall apply for the Commercial Storage Facility
currently located on site as well as future phases of that use;
d. The outdoor storage area as shown on the site plan may remain unpaved. Once the
area is to be used as a commercial storage facility, paving will be required;
e. No other area of the property shall be utilized for outdoor storage other than the area
highlighted on the site plan which forms part of this land use district;
f. The outdoor storage component of this development shall be limited to the storage of
Recreation Vehicles, 5th
Wheels, Camper Trailers, Collector Vehicles, and Boats. No
other equipment or materials are permitted to be stored.
104.4.6.5. Development Authority
a. The Development Officers shall be the development authority for the uses permitted
herein.
Subject Site
Maxim Storage
South Fire Hall
Recycle Plus II
Bottle Depot City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
SITE PLAN
Area of site for Outdoor Storage City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.7 - DC-7 - Site Specific Development Control Provision
104.4.7.1 Purpose
To provide for the development of semi-detached dwellings on a site specific basis.
104.4.7.2 Area of Application
The provisions of this district shall only apply to 10517 and 10519-104 Avenue (Lots 18 and 19, Block 5,
Plan 2032BQ).
104.4.7.3 Uses
a. Accessory Building or Structures;
b. (Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
c. Semi-Detached Dwelling.
104.4.7.4 Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for the uses permitted in this district.
104.4.7.5 Development Criteria
Redevelopment of the subject properties shall be in accordance with the following regulations:
a. Every development in this district shall comply with Parts Seven, Eight and Nine of this
Bylaw;
b. Development shall take place in accordance with the site plan and building elevations
in Schedule “A” and which form part of this DC district. The dwellings shall be
consistent with the attached elevation details in respect of architectural features and
external materials to be used in construction;
c. The following standards shall apply to any new development on each subject parcel:
i) Minimum Lot Area: 250m²/unit
ii) Minimum Lot Width: 7.62m/unit
iii) Front Yard Setback: 6.1m
iv) Rear Yard Setback: 7.62m
v) Side Yard Setbacks: None on common lot line and 1.52 m on the other
side
vi) Site Coverage (Max): All Buildings and Uses: 45%
vii) Building Height (Max): 2 storeys and no more than 8.53 m to the eaves.
104.4.7.6 College Park Area Redevelopment Plan
Redevelopment of the subject properties shall have regard to the policies and guidelines contained
within the College Park Area Redevelopment Plan.
104.4.7.7 Additional Requirements/Provisions
Upon issuance of an occupancy permit for the final dwelling completed on the subject properties, the
Developer/owner shall apply to rezone all properties from Direct Control District to General
Residential District-RG. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
SITE PLAN City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
GROUND LEVEL PERSPECTIVE City of Grande Prairie Page 6 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 7 of 7 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.8 - DC-8 - SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PROVISION
104.4.8.1. General Purpose
To provide for the development of an office building on a site specific basis in conformity with the
South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan.
104.4.8.2. Area of Application
This district shall apply to Lots 23 and 24, Block 8, Plan 1410AC (10301-102 Street).
104.4.8.3. Permitted Uses
• Office, Major/Minor
• Accessory Building or Use
104.4.8.4. Development Criteria
Development on the subject property shall be in accordance with the following regulations:
a. Development shall take place in accordance with the standards, site plan, and building
elevations which form part of this DC district;
b. Minimum Building Setbacks shall be provided as follows:
i) Front Yard: 2.5m
ii) North Side Yard: 2.5m
iii) South Side Yard: 2.5m
iv) Rear Yard: 10.0m
c. A total of ten (10) parking stalls shall be provided on site. A shared parking agreement
with St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church will be required to provide an additional ten
(10) parking stalls. No additional parking spaces will be required;
d. Parking Lot configuration (stall dimensions, drive aisle width, etc) shall be provided in
accordance with the requirements contained in the Land Use Bylaw;
e. The parking lot must be paved;
f. The building shall be oriented so that its primary façade is oriented toward 102 Street; City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
g. Individual lots shall be consolidated into one (1) parcel. The legal description for this
property will change after consolidation occurs which will render policy 104.4.8.2
outdated. The civic address and supplemental air photo of the subject property will
serve as property identification;
h. All exterior finishing materials must be of good quality, durable, and attractive in
appearance. The predominant exterior finishing materials shall have regard to the
objective of ensuring that the development is of high quality. No vinyl siding is
permitted;
i. Signs shall only be located on the first storey;
j. On-site lighting shall be oriented so as not to create a nuisance to surrounding
properties. A lighting plan shall be required as part of the development permit
application submission;
k. Landscaping shall be provided in accordance with the site plan that forms part of this
land use district. At a minimum, a total of five (5) trees and six (6) shrubs shall be
provided. All areas of the site which are not covered by buildings and parking shall be
landscaped in accordance with the standards contained in the Land Use Bylaw. The
minimum size for all new trees shall be 63.5 mm calliper for deciduous trees and 1.8 m
high for coniferous trees. A detailed landscaping plan shall be submitted prior to the
approval of any development permit;
l. Garbage dumpsters shall be located in the rear yard only and screened in accordance
with Sections 45 and 47 of this Bylaw.
104.4.8.5. Architectural Criteria
The building elevations that form part of this Direct Control district must be adhered to. Due to the
high standard of aesthetics and design that is shown in the building elevations, the proposed
development is not required to comply with the South Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan
Architectural Controls (Appendix 1 of the plan).
104.4.8.6. Additional Requirements/Provisions
a. The Development Officers shall be the development authority for the uses permitted
herein;
b. Minor deviations or variances to the standards and policies contained in this Direct
Control District do not necessitate an amendment to this District if, in the opinion of
the Development Authority, the overall aesthetics of the building and site will not be
diminished and the changes do not create an increase of intensity to the day to day
operations. Minor deviations and/or variances will be addressed by following the
Discretionary Use Development Permit approval procedure and the Committee will be
the Development Authority.
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SITE PLAN
BUILDING ELEVATIONS City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 5 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.9 - DC-9 - SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.9.1. General Purpose
To provide for commercial development on a site specific basis with a high quality of commercial
building design and appearance for development that shall front onto 102 Street and allowing for
well-screened outdoor storage in the rear yard only.
(Bylaw C-1260-29 - May 4, 2015)
104.4.9.2. Area of Application
This district shall apply to Lots 3, 4 and 5, Block 4, Plan 062-1904.
104.4.9.3. Allowed Uses
The following uses may be approved at the Discretion of the Development Authority.
• Accessory Building/Structure or Use
• Animal Service Facility, Minor
• Automotive and Equipment Repair and
Sales, Major
• Broadcasting House
• Business/Office Support Service
• Child Care Facility
• Commercial Business Center, Major
• Commercial Business Centre, Minor
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial Recreation Facility
Indoor, Outdoor
• Commercial School
• Community Recreation Facility
• Community Service Facility
• Contractor, Limited
• Contractor, General
• Equipment Rental and Repair
• Essential Public Service
(Bylaw C-1260-13 - September 8, 2014)
• Financial Building
• Funeral Home
• Health Facility, Major
• Health Facility, Minor
• Liquor Store
• Office, Major
• Office, Minor
• Parking Lot or Structure
• Personal Service Facility
• Public Utility
• Religious Assembly
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Retail Store, General
• Retail Store, Second-Hand
• Sign
• Storage Yard
• Warehouse Sales
(Bylaw C-1260-29 - May 4, 2015)
104.4.9.4. Development Criteria
Development on the subject properties shall be in accordance with the following minimum
regulations. The Development Authority may, at its discretion, establish a higher standard.
a. Buildings in this district shall be retail commercial or office commercial in appearance
and are required to present a high standard of appearance and design to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority in accordance with the following:
i) Buildings shall front onto 102 Street;
ii) On principal buildings metal siding is not permitted on the front façade or on
the sides within 3.0 m of the front corners;
iii) The front facades shall include a variety of building materials, colours and
textures;
and having regard for the following:
iv) The front façade should include horizontal and vertical articulation and design
elements; City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
v) Front façade should have a significant amount of glass/windows;
vi) Design to emphasize building entrances;
vii) Design to provide weather protection (eg. canopies) over entrances to retail
establishments;
viii) Provide sidewalk across the front of the building and provide sidewalk between
the entrance and the parking lot.
b. Parking and Loading shall be provided in accordance with Part Nine;
c. One (1) vehicle access onto 101 Street and one (1) access onto 102 Street may be
approved;
d. Development shall be in accordance with Parts Seven and Eight. For the purposes of
Parts Seven and Eight this district shall be considered a commercial district;
e. In addition to the requirements of Part Eight the following shall be required:
i) A landscaped buffer shall be provided at the front of the property adjacent to
102 Street to the satisfaction of the Development Authority;
ii) Garbage and waste materials shall be stored in accordance with Sections 45 and
47 except waste containers shall be located in the rear yard only and shall not
be visible from 102 Street. Vehicle access to waste containers shall be from 101
Street only;
iii) Chain link fence is not permitted in the front yard. In the sides and rear yards
chain link fence may be approved by the Development Authority if the
development does not contain an outdoor storage component;
f. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-29 - May 4, 2015;
g. Deleted by Bylaw C-1260-29 - May 4, 2015;
h. Front Yard Setback: 6.1m
i. Rear Yard Setback: 3.0m
j. Side Yard: 6.1m on one (1) side and 0.0m on the other side
k. Building Height (maximum): 3 Storeys
l. Site Coverage: 60% (maximum)
m. Signs shall be in accordance with the CT - Commercial Transition District;
n. Development shall take place in accordance with the site plan and development
criteria which form part of this Direct Control District;
o. Where this Direct Control District does not address a development standard, the
applicable standards of the Land Use Bylaw shall apply;
p. Outdoor storage may only be permitted under the following conditions:
i) Outdoor storage may only be permitted as a component of an approved
Contractor (General), Automotive and Equipment Repair and Sales, Major, or
Retail (General) use contained within a principal building;
ii) Outdoor storage shall only be allowed in the rear yard and shall be screened by
a fence of sufficient height and construction to screen the outdoor storage from
view from any street. The screening fence shall be of durable construction and a
high standard of appearance to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
The Development Authority may approve chain link fence with lath as a
screening fence, or may require a solid fence depending on the nature of the
outdoor storage; and,
iii) No other area of the property shall be utilized for outdoor storage other than
the area highlighted on the site plan which forms part of this land use district; City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
(Bylaw C-1260-29 - May 4, 2015)
q. Any development with an Automotive and Equipment Repair and Sales, Major use
shall be in accordance with the following criteria:
i) The development may solely be permitted for an Autobody Repair Shop and not
for any other types of development included under the Automotive and
Equipment Repair and Sales, Major use; and;
ii) The development must only be on Lot 4, Block 4, Plan 062-1904.
(Bylaw C-1260-13 - September 8, 2014)
104.4.9.5. Development Authority
a. The Development Officer shall be the development authority for the uses permitted
herein. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.10 - DC-10 - Site Specific Direct Control District
104.4.10.1 General Purpose
To provide for the development of semi-detached dwelling units on the site at the discretion of the
Development Authority in accordance with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
104.4.10.2 Area of Application
This district applies only to Lots 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13, Block 1, Plan 4007HW.
104.4.10.3 Uses
The following uses may be approved by the Development Authority:
• Accessory Building/Structure or Use
• Home Business
• Semi-detached Dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
104.4.10.4 Development Criteria
a. In addition to compliance with the regulations contained in this bylaw, development
may only be approved if it is in accordance with the site plan and building elevations
which form part of this Direct Control District and Section 4.1 of Schedule H;
b. Any development that is not in accordance with the site plan and building elevations
and Section 4.1 of Schedule H shall not be approved;
c. Minimum building setbacks shall be as follows:
i) Front Yard: 6.58m
ii) Side Yard: 1.34m except, 2.72m on the street side of a corner site
iii) Rear Yard: 11.0 m
d. Two (2) on-site paved or concrete parking stalls shall be provided for each residential
unit. Parking shall otherwise comply with the requirements of Part Nine;
e. Minimum lot width: 10.0 m;
f. A minimum of one (1) tree shall be provided for each dwelling unit. In addition, all
areas of the site not containing buildings, parking and sidewalk, as shown on the site
plan forming part of this district, shall be soft landscaped with sod or seeded lawn.
Alternate forms of soft landscaping may be approved at the discretion of the
Development Authority;
g. Any other requirements are at the discretion of the Development Authority having
regard for the relevant provisions of this bylaw;
h. The Development Authority may require the applicant to enter into a development
agreement with the City in accordance with Section 650 of the Municipal Government
Act.
104.4.10.5 Development Authority
a. The Development Officer shall be the approving authority for development in this
District; except the Committee is the Development Authority for Home Business.
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016, Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017
and Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 4 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 5 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 6 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 7 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 8 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 9 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 10 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 11 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 12 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260 City of Grande Prairie Page 13 of 13 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
(Bylaw C-1260-6 - April 7, 2014) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.11 - DC-11 - SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.11.1. General Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for commercial development adjacent to 68 Avenue on a site
specific direct control basis. Development in this district shall have a high standard of appearance and
design as determined by the Development Authority.
104.4.11.2. Area of Application
This district shall apply to Lot 3, Block 1, Plan 132 1016 and Lots 4, 5 and 6, Block 1, Plan 132 1725.
104.4.11.3. Allowed Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority in accordance
with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
• Accessory Building/Structure or Use
• Business/Office Support Service
• Child Care Facility
• Commercial Business Centre (Minor)
• Commercial Business Center (Major)
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial School
• Commercial Recreation Facility (Indoor),
(Outdoor)
• Contractor (Limited)
• Eating &/or Drinking Facility
(Major/Minor)
• Family/Fast Food Restaurant
• Financial Building
• Gas Bar
• Health Facility (Major)
• Health Facility (Minor)
• Liquor Store
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Office (Major)
• Office (Minor)
• Personal Service Facility
• Public Utility
• Restaurant
• Retail Store (Convenience)
• Retail Store (General)
• Vehicle Wash (Major)
• Vehicle Wash (Minor)
(Bylaw C-1260-23 - December 14, 2015)
104.4.11.4. Development Criteria
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven and Eight, development on the subject
properties shall be in accordance with the following minimum regulations. The Development Authority
may, at its discretion, establish a higher standard.
i) Site Width: 30.5 m
ii) Front Yard: 6.1 m
iii) Rear Yard: 7.6 m
iv) Side Yard: 6.1 m
v) Building Height (maximum): 2 Storeys for solely commercial use, except
4 Storeys for office building;
4 Storeys for commercial/residential mixed use
buildings
vi) Site Coverage (maximum): 50 percent
vii) Site Landscaped Area: 10 percent City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.11.5. Additional Requirements
a. Signs shall comply with the CS - Commercial Service district regulations of Schedule B.
b. Despite (a) all freestanding signs in this district shall comply with CL - Local
Commercial district regulations of Schedule B.
c. Loading, recycling and trash collection and storage areas shall be located in a side or
rear yard and shall be screened from view from adjacent sites and public roads to the
satisfaction of the Development Authority.
104.4.11.6. Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for all uses in this district. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.12 - DC-12 - SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.12.1 General Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for commercial development adjacent to 68 Avenue on a site
specific direct control basis. All development in this district will have a high standard of appearance
and design as determined by the Development Authority.
104.4.12.2 Area of Application
This district shall apply only to that portion of the Northwest ¼ of Section 11, Township 71, Range 6,
W6M as shown:
104.4.12.3 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority in accordance
with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Business Support Service
• Child Care Facility
• Commercial Business Centre (Major)
• Commercial Business Centre (Minor)
• Commercial Entertainment Facility
• Commercial Recreation Facility (Indoor)
• Commercial School
• Drinking Establishment (Minor)
• Family / Fast Food Restaurant
• Financial Building
• Gas Bar
• Health Facility (Major)
• Health Facility (Minor)
• Hotel
• Liquor Store
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Office (Major)
• Office (Minor)
• Personal Service Facility
• Public Utility
• Restaurant
• Retail Store (Convenience)
• Retail Store (General)
• Small Wind-Energy System
• Solar Collector
• Supermarket
• Vehicle Wash (Minor)
(Bylaw C-1260-23 - December 14, 2015) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.12.4 Development Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight, and Nine all development in this district
shall be in accordance with the following minimum standards, except where they are expressly
identified as maximums. The Development Authority may establish more restrictive standards at its
discretion.
a. Site Width 30.0 m
b. Front Yard 6.1 m
c. Rear Yard 7.5 m
d. Side Yard 6.1 m
e. Building Height (maximum) 2 storeys except, 4 storeys for office buildings, mixed use
apartment buildings and hotels
f. Site Coverage (maximum) 50 percent
104.4.12.5 Site and Building Design
a. The site plan, orientation of buildings, relationship between buildings, architectural design
and treatment of buildings, and the location and design of parking and landscaped areas
district shall be to the satisfaction of the Development. Authority.
b. Loading, recycling and trash collection and storage areas shall be screened from view from
adjacent sites and public roads to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
c. All signs shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority who shall have regard for
Schedule B - Signs and the CG - General Commercial District regulations in Schedule B -
Signs.
d. The minimum amount of site to be landscaped for any development in this district shall be
10 percent.
e. When evaluating development permit applications the Development Authority shall ensure
that the use, height, massing, location, and orientation of all buildings; the location of any
outdoor eating and drinking areas; and the location of drive-through service windows and
drive aisles are compatibility with any adjacent residential development.
104.4.12.6 Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for the uses in this District.
(Bylaw C-1260-9 - June 16, 2014) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.13 - DC-13 - Site Specific Direct Control District
104.4.13.1 General Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for development of the Area of Application on a site-specific
basis.
104.4.13.2 Area of Application
The provisions of this district apply only to Block OT, Plan 665LZ and Block OT, Plan 4341JY, as shown
on the next page.
104.4.13.3 Development Authority
The Development Officer is the approving authority for the uses allowed in this district.
104.4.13.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Commercial Storage - Shipping/Storage Containers may be used for Commercial Storage
within this district, due to site constraints;
• Public Utility; and
• Warehouse, Distribution and Storage - only for the storage of furniture for retail sale off-site
within the existing building.
(Bylaw C-1260-92 - September 24, 2018)
104.4.13.5 Development Standards
In addition to the regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following shall apply to all
development in this district:
a. For the purposes of Parts Seven and Eight and Nine of this bylaw, this district shall be
considered a commercial district.
b. A 15.0m deep paved apron shall be provided on the site.
c. No new buildings or structures, or additions to existing buildings and structures, associated
with the “Warehouse, Distribution and Storage” use are permitted. The size, location, and
height of any additional buildings associated with the “Public Utility” use are at the
discretion of the Development Authority.
(Bylaw C-1260-92 - September 24, 2018)
d. Signs shall be in accordance with the CL - Local Commercial District.
e. Any other provisions shall be at the discretion of the development authority.
f. Development in the form of Commercial Storage must match the site plan provided,
including landscaping, parking, screening and other noted development standards. Minor
variations may be permitted at the Development Authority’s Discretion in order to meet
other requirements of this Bylaw.
(Bylaw C-1260-92 - September 24, 2018)
g. Development may occur in phases based on the phase boundaries provided in the Site Plan.
A separate development permit shall be required for each phase. All the landscaping and
screening requirements must be met in the first phase.
(Bylaw C-1260-92 - September 24, 2018)
h. Any Development Permit issued for Commercial Storage in this district shall include limits
for hours of customer access, requirements for the shipping containers to be of a uniform
appearance including height and colour, and restrictions on the type of goods that may be
stored at the facility.
(Bylaw C-1260-92 - September 24, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
(Bylaw C-1260-15 - March 23, 2015)
Block OT, Plan 665LZ and Block OT, Plan 4341JY
(10715 - 92 Street)
From: PS-Public Service
To: DC-13 Site Specific Direct Control District City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Site Plan
(Bylaw C-1260-92 - September 24, 2018) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.14 - DC-14 - Direct Control District
104.4.14.1 Purpose
To provide Council with particular controls to sustainably manage the unique circumstances of mixed-
use infill development associated with a higher need for close-proximity personal support services,
public transit or mobility service, or close-proximity specialized personal support services, in accordance
with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
104.4.14.2 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Accessory building or structure
• Community Outreach Facility
• Dwelling Unit, Supported
• Health Facility, Minor
• Mixed Use Apartment Building
• Multi-Attached Dwelling
• Office, Minor
• Parking exclusively devoted to or subordinate to other uses within this district
• Retail Store, Convenience
• Sign
(Bylaw C-1260-59 - September 6, 2016)
104.4.14.3 Development Criteria and Conditions
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw, where Council is the Development Authority for this
District all development standards are at the discretion of Council and Council may attach to a
development permit whatever conditions it considers appropriate, having regard for relevant planning
considerations, this Bylaw, relevant statutory and outline plans, and City policies.
104.4.14.4 Development Authority
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw, Council is the sole Development Authority for this
district, excepting the following:
a. The Development Officer, pursuant to the discretionary use permit process set out in Sections
21 and 24 of this Bylaw, may approve overhanging (projecting) signs, with or without conditions,
upon being satisfied of all of the following:
i) the sign is located within the first floor non-residential portion of a Mixed-Use Apartment
Building;
ii) the sign meets the signage standards applicable to the CL - Local Commercial District; and
iii) the sign is not contrary to any existing applicable development permit approved by Council.
104.4.14.5 Minimum Application Information
Without limiting any other development permit application requirements contained in this Bylaw, in
this district every development permit application is required to include professional studies or reports
to the Development Authority’s satisfaction, which studies or reports may include but are not limited
to:
a. parking studies;
b. traffic generation studies;
c. needs assessments respecting transit, mobility, or specialized personal support services;
d. noise studies;
e. lighting studies; and
f. environmental impact assessment. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.14.6 Process
Where Council is the Development Authority for this District, Council is not bound by the Development
Permit process (including notice) set out elsewhere in this Bylaw.
Prior to review by Council, Development Permit applications shall first be presented to the Committee
for administrative recommendations, including:
a. whether the application is complete, in which case the application may be forwarded to Council
for a decision;
b. what additional information or revisions should be made for the application to be considered
complete;
c. whether the application conforms to this Bylaw and relevant statutory or outline plans, and the
merits of the application; and
d. who should be provided notice of the development permit application and decision, and by
what method.
A permit application may not be forwarded to Council for a decision if the Committee considers the
application to be incomplete.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, Council is not bound by administrative recommendations; and, without
limitation, upon review of an application, Council may determine that the application is not complete,
may direct that a meeting be convened wherein it may hear from potentially affected persons, and may
direct any form of notice of the application or decision that it considers suitable.
(Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.15 - DC-15 - Country Residential Direct Control District
104.4.15.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for the direct control of country residential development on a
site specific basis in accordance with Section 641 of the Act.
104.4.15.2 Area of Application
This district applies to:
i) Lot 2, Block 1, Plan 162 3362;
ii) Part of Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 122 4325; and
iii) Lot 1, Plan 002 3266
As shown on Schedule “A” Land Use District Map
(Bylaw C-1260-67 - January 9, 2017)
104.4.15.3 Development Authority
The Development Officer is the Development Authority for the uses allowed in this district.
104.4.15.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Bed and Breakfast
• Extensive Agriculture
• Home Business
• Home Office
• Manufactured Home
• Park
• Public Utility
• Single Detached Dwelling
(Bylaw C-1260-67 - January 9, 2017)
104.4.15.5 Development Standards
In addition to the regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine, the following provisions shall
apply to this district:
i) Minimum Lot Area: 1.0 ha
ii) Minimum Lot Width: 60.0m
iii) Minimum Front Yard: 7.0m
iv) Minimum Rear Yard: 7.0m
i) Minimum Side Yard: 3.0m, except 7.0m for a side yard
abutting a road
ii) Maximum Building Height: 10.5m
iii) Minimum Landscaped Area: 30.0 percent
iv) Only one (1) dwelling unit is permitted
(Bylaw C-1260-67 - January 9, 2017)
104.4.15.6 Special Requirements for Extensive Agriculture
For Extensive Agriculture uses no person shall keep livestock except in conformance with the following:
a. Combinations of different animals are allowed provided the maximum number of animal units
is not exceeded. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
b. Animal units shall be limited based on lot area as follows:
i) 1.2 ha - 2.4 ha Three (3) animal units (maximum)
ii) 2.5 ha - 4 ha Six (6) animal units (maximum)
iii) 4.1 ha - 8 ha Twelve (12) animal units (maximum)
iv) Over 8 ha Twenty (20) animal units (maximum)
c. Animal units shall be calculated as follows:
Type of Livestock Number of Such Livestock Deemed
to Equal One (1) Animal Unit
Dairy Cow (plus calf under six (6) months) 1
Beef Cow (plus calf under six (6) months) 1
Horse (plus foal under six (6) months) 1
Sheep/Goats (plus lambs under six (6) months 2
Pigs (plus offspring under two (2) months) 2
Fowl 50
Rabbits 30
Ostriches 2
All Others At the discretion of the
Development Authority
(Bylaw C-1260-52 - April 4, 2016)
104.4.15.7 Special Requirements for Home Businesses
The standards related to home businesses under Section 49 Home Businesses do not apply to this
district. All Home Businesses shall comply with the following standards.
i) The business must be secondary to the residential use of dwelling and shall not change
the residential character of the dwelling unit and/or accessory building;
ii) A maximum of one (1) Home Business is allowed per dwelling;
iii) The dwelling unit, when used as a workplace shall be limited to no more than two (2) non-
resident employees;
iv) The maximum number of business visits per day shall be eight (8) visits;
v) Any outdoor activity or storage shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority;
vi) Any interior or exterior alterations or additions to accommodate the Home Business shall
be at the discretion of the Development Authority;
vii) Not more than one (1) commercially licensed vehicle up to 5,000kg (GVW) is allowed;
viii) Not more than one (1) non-illuminated identification sign, no larger than 0.3m2 is
allowed;
ix) The development permit for a Home Business may be reviewed for compliance with this
Bylaw by the Development Authority at any time. If, at that time, any of the requirements
for the Home Business are not complied with, the Development Authority may revoke or
suspend the Development Permit.
(Bylaw C-1260-67 - January 9, 2017) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.17 - DC-17 - SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.17.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for development adjacent to 100 Street on a site specific direct
control basis in accordance with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act. All development in this
district will have a high standard of appearance and design as determined by the Development
Authority.
104.4.17.2 Area of Application
This district shall apply only to Lot 1A, Plan 3303NY and all that portion of the Northeast 1/4 of Section
14, Township 71, Range 6, W6M as shown:
104.4.17.3 Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for the uses in this District.
104.4.17.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Accessory Building or Structure
• Accessory Use
• Parking lot exclusively devoted to other uses in this district
• Religious Assembly
• Single Detached Dwelling
104.4.17.5 Development Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight, and Nine all development in this district
shall be in accordance with the following minimum standards, except where they are expressly
identified as maximums. The Development Authority may establish more restrictive standards at its
discretion. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
a. Front Yard 6.1 m
b. Rear Yard At the discretion of the Development Authority based on an
evaluation of the development in accordance with Section 36
and in accordance with the recommendations of any
geotechnical report required for the development
c. Side Yard 7.6 m
d. Building Height (maximum) 15.0 m
e. Site Coverage (maximum) At the discretion of the Development Authority
104.4.17.6 Site and Building Design
a. The site plan, orientation of buildings, relationship between buildings, architectural design
and treatment of buildings, and the location and design of parking and landscaped areas
district shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority and in accordance with
Section 36.
b. For any development proposed to be located within 40.0 m of the Bear Creek top-of-bank
the Development Authority may require that the applicant submit a Slope Stability
Assessment prepared by a qualified Geotechnical Engineer that confirms that the scope,
nature and location of the proposed development is appropriate for the site conditions.
The report shall make recommendations to ensure that the slope and development
remain safe and stable in the long term.
c. Loading, recycling and trash collection and storage areas shall be screened from view from
adjacent sites and public roads to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
d. All signs shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority who shall have regard for
the PS - Public Service District regulations in Schedule B - Signs.
e. When evaluating development permit applications the Development Authority shall ensure
that the use, height, massing, location, and orientation of all buildings are compatible with
any adjacent residential development.
f. The City may request a Traffic Impact Assessment or other Transportation Engineering
assessment (such as a geometric review or other analysis) at the time of Development
Permit application.
g. Site access shall be from the roadway to the north of the property.
(Bylaw C-1260-79 - February 25, 2019)
104.4.17.7 Landscaping Requirements
a. The existing trees along the south boundary of Lot 1A, Plan 3303NY shall be preserved and
shall be counted in the landscaping requirement calculation in subsection 104.4.17.7. b.
b. In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply:
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Development 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of Total
Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken. City of Grande Prairie Page 3 of 3 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
c. Notwithstanding any other provision within the Bylaw, the developer shall provide additional
landscape screening along 100 Street to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
(Bylaw C-1260-58 - September 6, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.20 - DC-20 - SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.20.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for development of a laundromat and a 4-bay car wash in a
vacant building on a site specific direct control basis in accordance with Section 641 of the Municipal
Government Act.
104.4.20.2 Area of Application
This district shall apply only to Lot 1, Plan 872 2633.
104.4.20.3 Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for the uses in this District.
104.4.20.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority
• Vehicle Wash, Major
• All Permitted and Discretionary Uses under Section 91 CC - Central Commercial District
104.4.20.5 Development Standards
In addition to the Regulations contained in Parts Seven, Eight, and Nine, all development in this
district shall be in accordance with the following minimum standards, except where they are
expressly identified as maximums. The Development Authority may establish more restrictive
standards at its discretion.
a. Front Yard 6.1 m
b. Rear Yard 6.1 m
c. Side Yard 4.0 m
d. Building Height (maximum) 9.0 m
e. Site Coverage (maximum) At the discretion of the Development Authority
104.4.20.6 Site and Building Design
a. The site plan, the treatment of the building, and the location and design of parking and
landscaped areas shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
b. Loading, recycling and trash collection and storage areas shall be screened from view from
adjacent sites and public roads to the satisfaction of the Development Authority.
c. All signs shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority who shall have regard for
Schedule B - Signs.
d. Approval by the Development Authority of the decommissioning and the remediation
studies prepared by a qualified environmental professional as recognized by Alberta
Environment and Parks is required prior to the issuance of a development permit. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.20.7 Landscaping Requirements
a. In addition to the Regulations contained in Part Eight, the following standards shall apply:
Land Use Minimum Required
Landscaped Area
Number of Trees
(Minimum)
Number of Shrubs
(Minimum)
All Development 10% of Total Lot Area 1 per 400m² of Total
Lot Area
1 per 200m² of Total
Lot Area
Where the calculation for the required number of trees or shrubs results in a fraction, the next lower
number shall be taken.
(Bylaw C-1260-65 - October 17, 2016) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.21 - DC-21 - SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.21.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to regularize and expand an existing parking lot adjacent to 101 Avenue
on a site specific direct control basis in accordance with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
All development in this district will have a high standard of appearance and design as determined by
the Development Authority.
104.4.21.2 Area of Application
This district shall apply only to Lots 13, 14, 15 and 16, Block 8, Plan 2032BQ.
104.4.21.3 Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for the uses in this District.
104.4.21.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Parking Lot
104.4.21.5 Parking and Access Requirements
a. The parking requirements shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority having
regard for the parking requirements contained in Part Nine of this Bylaw.
b. No vehicle access to the subject properties will be permitted from 101 Avenue. Vehicle
access will be provided from the existing entrance located on 106 Street and the municipal
laneway adjacent to the subject properties.
104.4.21.6 Landscaping Requirements
a. The general landscaping requirements shall be to the satisfaction of the Development
Authority having regard for the general landscaping requirements contained in Part Eight
of this Bylaw.
b. A screened fence consistent in height and design with the existing fence surrounding Lots
13, 14, 15 will be placed on the north and east property lines of Lot 16. No fencing shall
be placed adjacent to the municipal laneway.
(Bylaw C-1260-72 - July 10, 2017) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.22 - DC-22 - SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.22.1 Purpose
The purpose of this District is to accommodate a diversity of heavy and general industrial development
in the form of a sawmill along 108 Street on a site specific direct control basis in accordance with
Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
104.4.22.2 Area of Application
This District shall apply to the three (3) parcels outlined in red on the map provided below. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.22.3 Development Authority
The Committee is the Development Authority for all uses in this District.
(Bylaw C-1260-84 - December 4, 2017 and Bylaw C-1260-118 - April 6, 2020)
104.4.22.4 Uses
The Development Authority shall specify the permitted and the discretionary uses in this District.
104.4.22.5 Development Standards
Development standards shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority.
(Bylaw C-1260-78 - September 18, 2017) City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.24 - DC-24 SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.24.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for development of a Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
and Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor on a site specific direct control basis in accordance with
Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
104.4.24.2 Area of Application
This district shall apply only to Lot 1, Plan 922 3240.
104.4.24.3 Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for the uses and standards in this
District.
104.4.24.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Accessory Use
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor
• Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor
104.4.24.5 Development Standards
a. Development on the site shall be limited to the following:
i) Use of the “Shop” building shown on the Site Plan attached hereto as Schedule “A” for a
Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor;
ii) The addition of one (1) principal building with dimensions of approximately 25m x 30m
and building height not to exceed 10.0m, for a Commercial Recreation Facility, Indoor.
The location shall be as shown on Schedule “A”;
iii) The use of the accessory buildings shown on Schedule “A” may be used in association
with the principal use but no additional accessory buildings may be developed on the
site;
iv) No dwelling unit of any type is permitted on the site.
v) Development of a Commercial Recreation Facility, Outdoor shall be limited to the
development of not more than four (4) beach volleyball playing courts at the locations
shown on Schedule “A”;
vi) The onsite provision of a water supply as may be required by the Alberta Safety Codes
Act or NFPA 1142 for fire protection; and
vii) Landscaping and Parking and Loading Facilities as required by Parts Eight and Nine of
this Bylaw. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
b. Parking and Loading shall be in accordance with Part Nine of this Bylaw. However,
notwithstanding Part Nine of this Bylaw, onsite parking, access/egress and circulation areas
may be gravel;
c. Landscaping shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority;
d. Vehicle access to the site from 84 Street will only be allowed on an interim basis until 84
Avenue has been constructed north of the site and connects to 84 Street at which time the
vehicle access from 84 Street shall be permanently closed;
e. Prior to the issuance of a development permit the landowner, or the applicant for a
development permit, shall submit a storm drainage management plan and a wetland
assessment that have been approved for the site by the City;
f. No development shall be located within the area that the City identifies is required for
widening of the 84 Street and 84 Avenue road allowances; and
g. The City will not approve any subdivision of Lot 1, Plan 922 3240 unless the parcel to be
subdivided is receiving or is to receive Aquatera water and wastewater services; and the
subdivision is in accordance with an amendment to the Fieldbrook Outline Plan and the
required updates to the corresponding water, wastewater, stormwater and transportation
design reports. City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.25 - DC-25 SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.25.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for the development of a Permanent Supported Housing facility
on a site-specific direct control basis in accordance with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
104.4.25.2 Area of Applicability
This District shall apply only to Plan 1246CL, Block 18, Lot D (Civic: 10039 - 98 Street).
104.4.25.3 Development Authority
The Development Officer shall be the Development Authority for the uses and standards in this District.
104.4.25.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Accessory Uses
• Permanent Supported Housing
104.4.25.5 Development Standards
Where this District does not address a development standard, the provisions of Parts Seven, Eight and
Nine of this Bylaw shall apply. In addition to the standards contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine of
this Bylaw, the following shall apply:
a. Development in this district shall be in accordance with the site plan, which forms part of this
District.
b. For the purpose of interpreting the provisions of Parts Seven, Eight and Nine of this Bylaw, this
district shall be treated as the Central Commercial District - CC.
c. All signs shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority who shall have regard for
Schedule B - Signs. City of Grande Prairie Page 2 of 2 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
Site Plan City of Grande Prairie Page 1 of 1 Land Use Bylaw C-1260
104.4.26 - DC-26 SITE SPECIFIC DIRECT CONTROL DISTRICT
104.4.26.1 Purpose
The purpose of this district is to provide for the development of a Permanent Supported Housing facility
on a site-specific direct control basis in accordance with Section 641 of the Municipal Government Act.
104.4.26.2 Area of Applicability
This District shall apply only to Plan 1061AE, Block 32, Lots 6-9 (Civic address: 10011 & 10017 - 105
Avenue)
104.4.26.3 Development Authority
City Council shall be the Development Authority for the uses and standards in this District.
104.4.26.4 Uses
The following uses may be approved at the discretion of the Development Authority:
• Accessory Uses
• Permanent Supported Housing
104.4.26.5 Development Standards
In addition to the standards contained in Parts Seven, Eight and Nine of this Bylaw, the following shall
apply:
a. For the purpose of interpreting the provisions of Parts Seven, Eight and Nine of this Bylaw, this
district shall be treated as the High Density Residential District - RH.
b. All signs shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority who shall have regard for
Schedule B - Signs.
