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Municipal Planning Commission January 15, 2026 -10:00 AM
The regular Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meeting of the County of Newell was held in
the County Office at Brooks, AB and livestreamed to the public on Thursday, January 15, 2026
commencing at 10:00 a.m.
A notice was posted at the front entrance advising the public of the meeting.
MEMBERS PRESENT: A. Skanderup, Councillor, MPC Vice Chair
A. Doerksen. Reeve
N. Johnson, Councillor
L. Kopp, Councillor
D. Baumgarten, Councillor
H. Johnson, Councillor
B. Hofer. Councillor
ABSENT: K. Christman, Councillor, MPC Chair
G. Skriver. Councillor
STAFF: M. Fenske, ChiefAdministrative Officer
M. Jackson, Planning and Development Supervisor
S. Simpson, Development Officer
E. Sinclair, Planning and DevelopmentAdministrativeAssistant
C. Siakaluk, Communications Officer (Moderator)
OTHERS IN S. Stanway, Brooks Bulletin
ATTENDANCE: J. Gill, Applicant (DP 2025091)
2 Applicants from Fairville Farming (DP 2025094)
C. Robinson, Applicant (DP 2025097)
R. Macdonald, Applicant (DP 2025097)
D. Bergquist, Applicant (Subdivision 2025-0-017)
C. Bergquist, Applicant (Subdivision 2025-0-017)
CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at 10:00 a. m.
2. EXCUSED FROM MEETING
P-01/26 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR HOLLY JOHNSON that Councillor Greg Skiver and
Councillor Keliy Christman be excused from the meeting.
MOTION CARRIED
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MINUTES
3.1 Minutes - Municipal Planning Commission (December 11, 2025)
MOVED BY COUNCILLOR LYNETTE KOPP that the minutes of the December 11, 2025
Municipal Planning Commission meeting be adopted as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
CALL FOR POST AGENDA ITEMS
The Chair called for post agenda items.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
MOVED BY REEVE ARNO DOERKSEN that the agenda be adopted as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
DEVELOPMENT REPORT
This item was accepted as information.
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
7.7 DP 2025091 Intensification of an Agricultural (Processing) business and
newly proposed construction of buildings.
The Development Officer provided background information on the item and
responded to questions from MPC. The applicant was present to give background
information on the item and responded to questions from MPC.
P-04/26 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR LYNETTE KOPP that the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Development Permit 2025091 for the intensification of use for an Agricultural
(Processing) business, specifically the addition of 6 grain bins to bring the total to 12, 1486
m2 (16000 ft2) building and 167 m2 (1800 ft2) building on lands legally described as SE
20-21-18-W4. This development approval is subject to the conditions outlined below.
DP 2025091 is Approved for the following reasons:
1. The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for
the purpose for which it is intended under the Agriculture General District (Schedule 2)
Section 3, General Regulations and Section 4, Specific Uses and Activities. as
specified in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 2016-21.
2. The proposed development complies with the Municipal Development Plan.
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If approved, the following conditions should be considered:
1. This approval is effective as of February 4, 2026 (21-day appeal period).
2. The development complies with provisions pertaining to the Agriculture General
District and all relevant schedules, as outlined in the County of Neweil Land Use Bylaw
#2016-21.
3. The development must be located as shown on the site plan approved with the
application and submitted November 4, 2025. It must be built according to the
description provided with this approval. Any changes shall require the written approval
of the Development Authority.
4. That the proposed development complies with all Federal, Provincial and Municipal
statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
5. That the foilowing setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
Front (east): by Alberta Transportation
Side (north and south): 6 m(20 ft)
Rear (west): 6 m (20 ft)
6. That the property is not used for residential purposes.
7. That the applicant submit a Stormwater Management Plan to be approved by the
County of Newell prior to development.
8. That the applicant enter into a Development Agreement with the County of Newell for
the construction of the road approach.
9. That the applicant provide an Emergency Response Plan to be reviewed by the County
of Neweli Fire and Emergency services prior to development.
10. That lighting is installed on the parcel to the satisfaction of the County of Newell.
11. That any air and noise pollutants are maintained on the parcel.
12. That garbage is stored in weather-proof containers screened from adjacent properties
and maintained on a regular basis.
13. That no structures be located on a right of way or easement on the parcel.
14. Any additional development or intensification shall require prior approval of a separate
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15. That the developer must start construction before February 4, 2027. That the
construction is completed by February 4, 2028. In the event that this date cannot be
met, the developer must apply for an extension and may be required to appiy for a new
permit.
MOTION CARRIED
7.2 DP 2025094 Intensification of Agriculture (Processing) Operation.
The Development Officer provided background information on this item and
responded to questions from MPC. The applicant was present and responded to
questions from MPC.
P-05/26 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR NEIL JOHNSON that the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Development Permit 2025094 for the intensification of use for the Agriculture
(Processing) operation on lands legally described as NW 15-22-19-W4. This development
approval is subject to the conditions outlined below.
DP 2025094 is Approved for the following reasons:
1. The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for
the purpose for which it is intended under the Agriculture General District (Schedule 2)
Section 3, General Regulations and Section 4, Specific Uses and Activities. as
specified in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 2016-21.
2. The proposed development complies with the Municipal Development Plan.
3. Any comments or concerns from adjacent landowners and referral agencies should be
received by January 9, 2026. Should no concerns be raised administration
recommends approvaL
If approved, the following conditions should be considered:
1. This approval is effective as of February 4, 2026 (21-day appeal period).
2. The development complies with provisions pertaining to the Agriculture General
District and ail relevant schedules, as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw
#2016-21.
3. The development must be located as shown on the site plan approved with the
application and submitted November 17, 2025. It must be built according to the
description provided with this approval. Any changes shall require the written approval
of the Development Authority.
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4. That the proposed development complies with all Federal, Provincial and Municipal
statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
5. Any additional development or intensification shall require prior approval of a separate
permit application.
MOTION CARRIED
7.3 DP 2025097 Home-Based Business Type Two, Vehicle repair
The Development Officer provided background information on the item and
responded to questions from MPC. The applicant was present and responded to
questions from MPC.
P-06/26 MOVED BY REEVE ARNO DOERKSEN that the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Home-Based Business Type Two Permit 2025097 for the operation of a vehicle
services business, on lands legally described as Block 1, Plan 8211065, SW 12-21-18-
W4. This development approval is subject to the conditions outlined below.
DP 2025097 is Approved for the following reasons:
1. The proposed development complies with the Municipal Development Plan.
2. The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for
the purpose for which it is intended under the Residential Rural District (Schedule 2)
Section 3, Generai Regulations and Section 4, Specific Uses and Activities. as
specified in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 2016-21.
3. Adjacent landowners and referral agencies have been notified and have had the
opportunity to comment. Any comments or concerns should be received by the County
administration by January 9, 2026.
If approved, the following conditions should be considered:
1. This approval is effective as of February 4, 2026 (21-day appeal period).
2. The development must be located as shown on the site plan approved with the
application and submitted November 26, 2025. It must be built according to the
description provided with this approval. Any changes shall require the written approval
of the Development Authority.
3. That there is no outdoor storage.
4. That no more than one (1) commercial vehicle is parked onsite.
5. That there are no more than 4 business related visits per day.
6. That the applicant mitigates noise and dust.
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7. That the Home-Based Business Type Two permit is only valid for the time that the
property is occupied by the applicant.
8. The applicant/owner must obtain all construction permits applicable to development
and is responsible to ensure all permits are closed with work complying to the building
code.
9. That the proposed development complies with all Federal, Provincial and Municipal
statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
10. Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate permit
application.
MOTION CARRIED
8. SUBDIVISIONS
8.1 Subdivision 2025-0-016 To subdivide a 0.051-hectare (0.13 acre) parcel from
the SE 7-20-14W4M (CoT 241 317 364+2) to be consolidated with Plan 241
2440, Block 7, Lot 4(CoT 241 317 364
The Planning & Development Supervisor provided background information on the
item and responded to questions from MPC.
P-07/26 MOVED BY REEVE ARNO DOERKSEN that the MPC approve, with conditions, the
subdivision of a 0.051-hectare (0.13 acre) parcel from the SE 7-20-14W4M (CoT 241 317
364+2) to be consolidated with Plan 241 2440, Block 7, Lot 4(CoT 241 317 364) for the
following reasons
1. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the SSRP and complies with the County
of Newell MDP, and the Land Use Bylaw.
2. The Subdivision Authority is satisfied that the proposed subdivision is suitable for the
purpose for which the subdivision is intended pursuant to Section 7 of the Subdivision
and Development Regulations.
Conditions to be Considered:
1. That, pursuant to Section 654(1)(d) of the MGA, all outstanding property taxes shall
be paid to the County of Newell.
2. That the applicant supplies copies of any utility right of way plans, easements, and/or
agreements which are to be registered as a requirement for any affected utilities to the
County prior to the subdivision's registration with Alberta Land Titles.
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3. That, pursuant to Section 655(1)b of the MGA, the applicant enters into a Development
Agreement with the County which shall be registered concurrently with the finai plan
against the title(s) being created.
4. That the subdivided parcel is consolidated with Plan 241 2440, Block 7, Lot 4 in the
SE 7-20-14W4M and no new lots are being created.
Reserve:
Municipal Reserve is not applicable as no new lots are being created.
MOTION CARRIED
8.2 Subdivision 2025-0-017 To subdivide a 0.530-hectare, (1.31-acre parcel) from
Lot 1, Block 5, Plan 2117375 (CoT 221 198 219) for residential purposes.
The Supervisor of Planning & Development provided background information on
the item and responded to questions from MPC. The Applicant was present to
respond to questions from MPC.
The Applicant expressed concern with the condition requiring the PSDS on both
parcels to meet the Alberta Safety Codes Standard prior to the issuance of title,
stating that the cost of upgrading both PSDS systems simultaneously is
significant. The Applicant requested that the newly created parcel meet PSDS
standards prior to subdivision finalization, and the remnant parcel be upgraded
within 12 months following title issuance. Additional background was provided
regarding the shared /agoon system.
Administration provided the reasons for recommending the PSDS compliance for
both systems prior to subdivision finalization. Administration provided MPC with
the option to defer the com�Jliance requirement for the remnant parcel through the
provisions of a development agreement.
The Applicant shall provide proof that the PSDS for the proposed parcel meets
Alberta Safety Codes Standards prior to subdivision finalization. The Applicant
shall enter into a development agreement requiring the remnant parcel to meet
Alberta Safety Codes Standards within 12 monfhs of title issuance. A 25%
security deposit based on the estimated cost of the potential upgrade, shall be
provided and held until compliance is achieved.
P-08/26 MOVED BY REEVE ARNO DOERKSEN that the MPC approve, with conditions, the
subdivision of one lot, 0.530 ha (1.31 acre) in size, from Lot 1, Block 5, Plan 2111375 (CoT
221 198 219) for residential purposes, for the foliowing reasons:
1. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the SSRP and complies with the County
of Newell MDP, and the Land Use Bylaw.
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2. The Subdivision Authority is satisfied that the proposed subdivision is suitable for the
purpose for which the subdivision is intended pursuant to Section 7 of the Subdivision
and Development Regulations.
Conditions to be Considered:
1. That, pursuant to Section 654(1)(d) of the MGA, all outstanding property taxes shall
be paid to the County of Newell.
2. That the applicant supplies copies of any utility right of way plans, easements, and/or
agreements which are to be registered as a requirement for any affected utilities to the
County prior to the subdivision's registration with Alberta Land Titles.
3. That, pursuant to Section 655(1)b of the MGA, the applicant enters into a
Development Agreement with the County which shall be registered concurrently with
the final plan against the title(s) being created.
4. That the proposed 7-metre-wide access right-of-way be extended to ensure access to
the frontage of the dwelling.
5. That a 20-metre-wide service road be dedicated by caveat on the RR142 frontage
along the west side of the proposed and remnant parcel.
6. That the applicant provide proof that the Private Septic Disposal system on the
proposed parcel meets the Alberta Safety Code Standard prior to the finalization of the
subdivision.
7. That the applicant enters into a Development Agreement with the County to ensure
the Private Septic Disposal System on the remnant parcel meets the Alberta Safety
Code Standard within one year after the registration of the subdivision.
Reserve:
Municipal Reserve is not applicable as it was paid as money in place of land when the
parcel was first subdivided (subdivision file 83-SE 016).
MOTION CARRIED
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OTHER BUSINESS
There were no other business items to discuss at this meeting.
POST AGENDA ITEMS
There were no post agenda items to discuss at this meeting.
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11. IN CAMERA
There were no in camera items to discuss at this meeting.
12. INFORMATION ITEMS
There were no information items to discuss at this meeting.
13. QUESTION PERIOD
A question period was held. No County ratepayers were in attendance. The moderator
indicated that there were no questions from the public.
14. ADJOURN
Being that the agenda matters have been concluded, the meeting adjourned at 11:01 a.m.
Signed this � day of , 2026
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