Public Notices
On September 17, 2019, council passed the Public Notification Bylaw which provides for alternative methods of public notification of items required to be advertised under the Municipal Government Act (bylaws, resolutions, public hearings, meetings, and other items).
This page is intended to keep residents informed on legislative services and planning processes in the community, whether it be upcoming public hearings or notices.
Development decisions and public hearings may also be advertised in the local newspaper(s).
Public Hearings are open to the public. They are usually held at 9 a.m. during council meetings. Once the hearing is concluded, a motion may be made to provide second reading for the bylaw or bylaw amendment. If approved, it moves on to the third and final reading – if defeated, the bylaw does not pass. The bylaw may also be given it’s third and final reading at the same meeting. Conversely, council may request more information or an amendment, whereby the document will be reviewed for the third and final reading at the next council meeting.
Any comments provided will become part of the public record in accordance with Section 40 (1) of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act. Any personal information on submissions made regarding applications is collected under the authority of the FOIP Act Section 33 (c) and subsequent versions of the Act.
The decision of council regarding the approval or refusal of a land use bylaw amendment may not be appealed by anyone.
Comments may be forwarded in writing to Wheatland County or in person at the public hearing. The application files may be reviewed in the county office during regular office hours – Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The following decisions are subject to certain conditions, and as per the Municipal Government Act, a person affected by these decisions has a right of appeal.
Permitted use applications – The Municipal Government Act, provides that anyone may appeal a decision of the development authority by paying the required fee and providing reasons for the appeal in writing.
Discretionary use applications – Notice that an application has been submitted for a discretionary use development permit is mailed to adjacent landowners, referral agencies, adjacent municipalities (where applicable), and other county departments. Decisions regarding Discretionary Use development permits will be added to the spreadsheet below. The applicant or anyone else who objects to the decision may appeal to the subdivision and development appeal board (SDAB).
Subdivision applications – Notices that an application has been submitted for a subdivision application are sent to adjacent landowners, referral agencies listed, adjacent municipalities (where applicable) and county departments. The applicant may appeal to the subdivision and development appeal board (SDAB) if they object to the final decision. None of the adjacent landowners or referral agencies are notified after a decision because they do not have the right of appeal.
Copies of any the permits are available for inspection by the public at the Wheatland County administration office during regular office hours.
At the hearing(s) the SDAB will hear from the appellant(s) and/or the agent; from any person who claims to be affected by the proposal; and from any other person who wishes to make representation AND whom the SDAB agrees to hear.
Comments may be made verbally at the hearing, OR if you wish to present a written submission, you must have copies of the same to be distributed at the commencement of the hearing. Any submissions you make are collected under the authority of subsection 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purposes set out in sections 678 and 686 of the Municipal Government Act. Submissions will form part of a report available to the public and may be referenced in the board’s public written decision. If you have any questions regarding the collection or retention of this information, contact the Wheatland County FOIP coordinator at (403) 934-3321.
The complete file for this application may be inspected in the county office during regular office hours – Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Should you have any questions please contact the SDAB clerk at 403-934-3321, or via email.
Upcoming hearings
Hearing process
Development authority to present
Questions from the board
Appellant/applicant to present
Questions from the board
People in Support of Appeal
People in opposition of appeal
Any rebuttal from appellant/applicant closing remarks
Prior hearings
File: SDAB DP2023-001
Date: Appeal hearing April 20th, 2023 at 1 p.m.
Re: Refusal of development permit for a home-based business type 3 (HBB 3) for a sanctuary for the care of rescued, surrendered, injured and abandoned farm animals
Legal Description: NW 17-26-25W4; 262049A Rge Rd 255
Permit Refused – March 14, 2023 – Municipal Planning Commission
DP2023-001_Notice of Hearing
DP2023-001_Notice of Appeal
DP2023-001_Appeal Package_Amended April 18, 2023
SDAB Decision DP2023-001
File: SDAB SO2023-002
Date: Appeal Hearing April 20th, 2023 at 9 a.m.
Re: Appeal of Stop Order Issued March 3rd, 2023
Legal Description: SE-11-27-18W4 & SW 12-27-18W4
SO2023-002_Notice of Hearing
SO2023-002_Notice of Appeal
SO2023-002_Appeal Package_Amended April 19, 2023_V2
SDAB Decision SO2023-002
File: SDAB SO2023-001
Re: Appeal of Stop Order Issued February 3rd, 2023
Legal Description: SE-4-27-18W4; 270014 Hwy 564
SO2023-001_Notice of Hearing
SO2023-001_Full Package
SDAB Decision SO2023-001
File: SDAB DP2022-002
Development Permit Appeal
Re: Refusal of Development Permit 2022-173 for a Dwelling, Manufactured Type 2
Legal Description: Plan 1211438; Block 1; Lot 1 – NW-1-25-22-W4M
DP2022-002_Notice of Hearing
DP2022-002_Appeal Package
SDAB Decision DP2022-002
File: SDAB DP2022-001
Development Permit Appeal
Re: Approval of Development Permit 2022-001 for a Commercial Cannabis Store
Legal Description: Plan 249B; Block 3; Lot 7
DP2022-001 Hearing Notice
DP2022-001 Appeal Package
SDAB Decision DP2022-001
File: SDAB SO2021-01
Stop Order Appeal
Re: Appeal of Stop Order Issued July 28, 2021
Legal Description – NE 7-22-26-W4M – Plan 0412931; Block 4; Lot 1
SO2021-01 Appeal Notice
SO2021-01 Appeal Package
SO2021-01 – Exhibit E – Opposition to Stop Order
SO2021-01 – Exhibit E – Opposition to Stop Order – Steffler
SDAB Decision SO2021-01 Final Signed
Appellant has withdrawn their appeal application and the hearing scheduled for Monday, October 4, 2021 has been cancelled.
File: SDAB DP2021-154 – WITHDRAWN
Re: Variance Request for and Existing Dwelling
Legal Description: Plan 0710284; Block 119 – Lakes of Muirfield
DP2021-154 Hearing Notice
DP2021-154 Hearing Notice – WITHDRAWN