HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-04-11 Municipal Planning Commission (Regular) Minutes COUNTY OF NEWELL
MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
April 11, 2019
The regular Municipal Planning Commission Meeting of the County of Newell was held in the
County Office at Brooks, AB on Thursday, April 11, 2019 commencing at 10:01 a.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: M. Douglass, Reeve
C. Amulung, Councillor, M.P.C. Chair
A.M. Philipsen, Councillor, Vice M.P.C. Chair
H. Kallen, Councillor
W. Hammergren, Councillor
T. Fyfe, Councillor
K. Christman, Councillor
E. Unruh, Councillor
B. de Jong, Councillor
L. Juss, Councillor
ABSENT:
STAFF: K. Stephenson, CAO
L. Johnson, Director of Corporate Services
D. Horvath, County Planner, ORRSC
A. Wickert, Manager of Planning & Development
S. Simpson, Development Clerk
P. Elliott, Administrative Assistant, Planning & Development
OTHERS IN S. Stanway, Brooks Bulletin
ATTENDANCE: M. Jackson, Applicant DP2019007
M. Reinheller, Applicant DP2019008
S. O'Neill, Applicant DP2019011
W. Ragan, Applicant Countess Concept
S. Armitage, Applicant Countess Concept
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:01 a.m.
2. EXCUSED FROM MEETING
All members were present.
3. MINUTES
3.1 March 21, 2019 Meeting Minutes
P-15/19 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR HUBY KALLEN that the Council Meeting minutes be adopted
as presented.
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4. CALL FOR POST AGENDA ITEMS
The Chairman called for post agenda items.
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
P-16/19 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR KELLY CHRISTMAN that the agenda be adopted as
presented.
MOTION CARRIED
6. DEVELOPMENT REPORT
The Development Clerk was available to answer questions. There were no questions.
This item was accepted as information.
7. DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
7.1 DP 2019007 - Lot 1, Block 2, Plan 1310356, NW 16-19-15 W4M,
Renewal of Home Occupation Permit 2018032. Operation of an Animal Attraction
(White Barn Fun Farm), installation of a shed to be used for the business.
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed permit
application.
M. Jackson responded to questions regarding the operation, indicating that things
were going well. She indicated that there has been good feedback from the
community and they did a travelling petting zoo. The coming year looks really
promising with bookings already made.
P-17/19 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR TRACY FYFE That the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE the Home Occupation Permit 2019007 to operate an animal attraction
business, on lands legally described as Lot 1, Block 2, Plan 1310356, NW 16-19-15 W4M.
This development approval is subject to the conditions outlined below.
DP 2019007 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 Agricultural District (Schedule 2),
Standards of Development (Schedule 3) and Home Occupations (Schedule 4 Section
9), as specified in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 1892-17.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies with
respect to the proposed development.
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Conditions of Development Approval
a) This approval is effective as of May 2, 2019 (21-day appeal period). This permit is
permanent.
b) The development must be located as shown on the site plan approved with the
application and submitted May 11, 2018. It must be built according to the description
provided with this approval. Any changes shall require the written approval of the
Development Authority.
c) Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate permit
application.
d) That there are no more than 2 resident employees involved in the operation of this
business. The addition of any employees will require a new permit application.
e) That the only advertising being permitted on the property be limited to one freestanding
sign of 6 ft2 (.06 m2) to be installed 10 ft (3 m) from the property line.
fl That all buildings/structures must have a separation distance of 10 ft (3 m)
g) That the business adheres to the guidelines set out by Alberta Health Services animal
attraction operations.
The proposed development must comply with:
a) The provisions pertaining to the Agriculture District and all relevant schedules, as
outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 1892-17.
b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
MOTION CARRIED
LEFT THE MEETING
M. Jackson left the meeting at 10:06 a.m.
7.2 DP 2019008 - Lot 3, Block 3, Plan 0214002, SW 9-19-14 W4M,
Construction of an accessory storage building with a variance to the side yard
setback
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed permit
application.
MPC expressed concerns with water run-off and traffic flows around the buildings.
M. Reinhold explained that the drainage s/opes towards Highway 1 and there have
__ been no issues with pooling or puddling up to this time. M. Reinheller added that
they will be adding gravel and doing touch-ups to any areas that require them this
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spring. He also indicated that there have been no issues with traffic flow on the
site, since there are not a lot of vehicles at the site at one time.
P-18/19 MOVED BY REEVE MOLLY DOUGLASS That the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Development Permit 2019008 for the construction of a 3900 ft2 (362 m2)
storage building with a variance to the setback on lands legally described as Lot 3, Block
3, Plan 0214002, SW 9-19-14 W4M. This development approval is subject to the
conditions outlined below.
DP 2019008 is Approved for the following reasons:
1. The proposed development complies with both the Municipal Development Plan and
the Intermunicipal Development Plan.
2. The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for
the purpose for which it is intended under the Rural Industrial District(Schedule 2) and
Standards of Development (Schedule 4) as specified in the County of Newell Land
Use Bylaw 1892-17.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies with
respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development Approval:
a) This approval is effective as of May 2, 2019 (21-day appeal period).
b) The development must be located as shown on the site plan approved with the
application and submitted March 4, 2019. It must be built according to the description
provided with this approval. Any changes shall require the written approval of the
Development Authority.
c) That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any other
buildings or structures on the parcel.
d) That any dwelling/structure is located a minimum distance of 3 m (10 ft)from any right
of way or easement on the parcel.
e) That access can be provided for Emergency Services vehicles to the east, west and
south sides of the building.
fl That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
Front (south): 50 ft (15.2 m)
Rear (north) 30 ft (9 m) as per Alberta Transportation
Side (east): 25 ft (7.6 m)
Side (west): 30 ft (9 m), variance from 50 ft (15.2 m)
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The proposed development must comply with:
a) The provisions pertaining to the Rural Industrial District and all relevant schedules,
as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 1892-17.
b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
MOTION CARRIED
LEFT THE MEETING
M. Reinheller left the meeting at 10:08 a.m.
7.3 DP 2019009 - Lot 9, Block 2, Plan 0511610, NE 8-19-14 W4M,
Installation of a sign with a variance to the setback
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed permit
application. There were no questions from MPC.
P-19/19 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR KELLY CHRISTMAN that the Municipal Planning
Commission APPROVE Development Permit 2019009 for the installation of a 107 ft2
(9.9 m2) sign with a variance to the road allowance setback, on lands legally described as
Lot 9, Block 2, Plan 0511610, NE 8-19-14 W4M. This development approval is subject to
the conditions outlined below.
DP 2019009 is Approved for the following reasons:
1. The proposed development complies with both the Municipal Development Plan and
the Intermunicipal Development Plan.
2. The Development Authority is satisfied that the proposed development is suitable for
the purpose for which it is intended under the Rural Industrial District(Schedule 2) and
Standards of Development (Schedule 4) as specified in the County of Newell Land
Use Bylaw 1892-17.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies with
respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development Approval:
a) This approval is effective as of May 2, 2019 (21-day appeal period).
b) The development must be located as shown on the site plan approved with the
application and submitted March 11, 2019. It must be built according to the description
provided with this approval. Any changes shall require the written approval of the
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c) Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate permit
application.
d) That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
Side and Rear (north and west): 25 ft (7.6 m)
Side (south): 50 ft (15.2 m)
Front (east): 0 ft (0 m)
The proposed development must comply with:
a) The provisions pertaining to the Rural Industrial District and all relevant schedules, as
outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 1892-17.
b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
MOTION CARRIED
7.4 DP 2019011 - Lot 7, Block 4, Plan 8111991, NE 11-21-18 W4M,
Installation of a moved in dwelling with an attached deck
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed permit
application. There were no questions from MPC.
P-20/19 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR ANNE MARIE PHILIPSEN that the Municipal Planning
Commission APPROVE Development Permit 2019011, for the installation of 1152 ftz
(107 m2) moved in dwelling with attached 400 ft2 (37 m2) deck, on lands legally described
as Lot 7, Block 4, Plan 8111991, NE 11-21-18 W4M. This development approval is subject
to the conditions outlined below.
DP 2018011 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 Acreage Residential District (Schedule
2) and Standards of Development (Schedule 4) as specified in the County of Newell
Land Use Bylaw 1892-17.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies with
respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development Approval:
a) This approval is effective as of May 2, 2019 (21 day appeal period)
b) The development must be located as shown on the site plan approved with the
application and submitted March 12, 2019. It must be built according to the description
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provided with this approval. Any changes shall require the written approval of the
Development Authority.
c) Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate permit
application.
d) That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation
without first obtaining the required permits.
e) That the applicant submit a $5000.00 security deposit immediately upon permit
approval and prior to installation of the dwelling. The deposit will be refunded when
the construction permits have been approved and closed.
fl That the following setbacks are maintained for this development:
Front (east): 50 ft (15.2 m)
Side (north & south): 25 ft (7.6 m)
Rear (west): 25 ft (7.6m)
g) That the developer must start construction before May 2, 2020. In the event that this
date cannot be met, the developer must apply for an extension and may be required
to apply for a new permit.
h) That the applicant must install a temporary rural address sign at the road approach to
the site as soon as construction starts. The sign must display the rural address as
assigned by the County in the letter that will be mailed to the applicant after the permit
has been approved. No other address may be displayed on the site. The sign must
remain in place and in full view until it is replaced by a County of Newell issued rural
address sign.
The proposed development must comply with:
a) The provisions pertaining to the Acreage Residential District and all relevant
schedules, as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw 1892-17.
b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
MOTION CARRIED
LEFT THE MEETING
S. O'Neill left the meeting at 10:25 a.m.
8. OTHER BUSINESS
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8.1 Countess Concept Plan
The County Planner provided background information on this item. W. Ragan
provided an overview of the concept plan for a museum that will preserve the
history and artifacts from the area. The County Planner indicated that the current
Land Use Bylaw does not have provisions for a development of this nature and so
a Direct Control District will be set up to accommodate this use. The County
Planner responded to guestions, indicating that the concept plan is being
presented today for information. She indicated that access to the development will
be discussed later, noting that setbacks to SH550 must be discussed with Alberta
Transportation. W. Ragan responded to further questions from MPC.
9. POST AGENDA ITEMS
There were no post agenda items.
10. IN CAMERA
There were no in camera items.
11. INFORMATION ITEMS
11.1 LU2017-45 Redesignation, Wheatland County
The County Planner indicated that she spoke to Wheatland County about the
redesignation, and they explained that they were changing all fifteen Hutterite
Colonies to Direct Control. The County Planner did not recommend changing the
zoning for all Hutterite Colonies in the County. This item was accepted as
information.
12. QUESTION PERIOD
A question period was held.
13. ADJOURN
Being that the agenda matters have been concluded the meeting adjourned at
10:27 a.m.
Signed by the Chairman and Director of Corporate Services this �5 Day of
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