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MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
April 23, 2015
The regular Municipal Planning Commission Meeting of the County of Newell was held in the
County Office at Brooks, AB on Thursday, April 23, 2015 commencing at 9:58 a.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
G. Simpson, Councillor & M.P.C. Chair
A.M. Philipsen, Councillor, Vice M.P.C. Chair
C. Amulung, Councillor
W. Hammergren, Councillor
T. Fyfe, Councillor
K. Christman, Councillor
E. Unruh, Councillor
B. de Jong, Councillor
L. Juss, Councillor
STAFF: K. Stephenson, CAO
L. Johnson, Director of Corporate Services
S. Simpson, Development Clerk
A. Nielsen, Executive Assistant
OTHERS IN
ATTENDANCE:
S. Stanway, Brooks Bulletin
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:58 a.m.
2. EXCUSED FROM MEETING
All members were in attendance at this meeting.
3. MINUTES
3.1 April 9, 2015 Meeting Minutes
P-35115 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR ANNE MARIE PHILIPSEN that the minutes of the April 9,
2015 Municipal Planning Commission meeting be adopted as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
4. CALL FOR POST AGENDA ITEMS
The Chairman called for post agenda items.
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5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
P-36/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR ELLEN UNRUH that the agenda be adopted as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
6. DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
6.1 DP 3944 - NW 8-23-18-W4 - Construction of a multi -unit dwelling
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
development permit and responded to questions.
P-37/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR LIONEL JUSS that the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Development Permit #3944 for the construction of a new 12,288 ft2 (1142
m2) multi -unit dwelling, subject to the following conditions:
This permit is being granted only to provide approval for the construction of a new
12,288 ft2 (1142 m2) multi -unit dwelling, on lands legally described as
NW 8-23-18 W4M. Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate
permit application.
The proposed development complying with:
1. The provisions pertaining to the Agricultural District and all relevant schedules, as
outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
2. All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
3. All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP #3944 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) and
Standards of Development (Schedule 3) as specified in the County of Newell Land
Use Bylaw #1755-12.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies
with respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development
1. That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this
application and submitted February 24, 2015. Any changes to that plan shall require
the written approval of the Development Officer.
2. That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation
without first obtaining the required permits.
3. That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures.
4. The developer must start construction before May 7, 2016. In the event that this date
cannot be met, the developer may be required to apply for a new permit.
5. That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
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Front (west): 100 ft (30 m)
Side (north and south): 25 ft (7.6 m)
Rear (east): 25 ft (7.6 m)
MOTION CARRIED
6.2 DP 3949 - SW 31-17-12-W4 - Installation of a moved -in building to be used
as an office trailer
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
development permit and responded to questions. Councillor A.M. Philipsen
suggested that the addition of an office be considered for a permitted use during
the upcoming Land Use Bylaw discussions.
P-38/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR KELLY CHRISTMAN that the Municipal Planning
Commission APPROVE the assertion that the moved -in office trailer is `similar to' a
moved -in dwelling, with the removal of the sleeping areas;
further, that the Municipal Planning Commission APPROVE Development Permit #3949,
for the installation of a 1400 ft2 (130 m2) moved in building to be used as an office trailer
on the battery site, subject to the following conditions:
This permit is being granted only to provide approval for the installation of a 1400 ft2
(130 m2) office trailer on the battery site, on lands legally described as
SW 31-17-12 W4M. Any additional development shall require prior approval of a
separate permit application.
The proposed development complying with:
1. The provisions pertaining to the Agricultural District and all relevant schedules, as
outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
2. All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
3. All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP #3949 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) and
Standards of Development (Schedule 3) as specified in the County of Newell Land
Use Bylaw #1755-12.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies
with respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development
1. That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this
application and submitted March 18, 2015. Any changes to that plan shall require the
written approval of the Development Officer.
2. That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures.
3. That the proposed moved -in office trailer is not used for living purposes.
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4. The developer must start construction before May 7, 2016. In the event that this date
cannot be met, the developer may be required to apply for a new permit.
5. That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
Side (north and south): 25 ft (7.6 m)
Rear (east): 25 ft (7.6 m)
Front (west): 279 ft (85 m) Alberta Transportation approval
MOTION CARRIED
6.3 DP 3951 - Lot 9, Block 1, Plan 8310515 (NE 8-19-14-W4) - Construction of a
residential accessory building (garage)
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
development permit and responded to questions.
P-39/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR TRACY FYFE that the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Development Permit #3951 for the construction of a residential accessory
building, subject to the following conditions:
This permit is being granted only for the construction of an 768 ft2 (71 m2) residential
accessory building, on lands legally described as Lot 9, Block 1, Plan 8310515,
NE 8-19-14 W4M. Any additional development shall require prior approval of a separate
permit application.
The proposed development complying with:
1. The provisions pertaining to the Direct Control District and all relevant schedules, as •
outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
2. All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
3. All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
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4. It is responsibility of the developer to obtain all permits from an accredited inspection
agency.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP #3951 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 Direct Control District (Schedule 2) and
the Standards of Development (Schedule 4), as specified in the County of Newell
Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies
with respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development
1. That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this
application and submitted March 23, 2015. Any changes to that plan shall require the
written approval of the Development Officer.
2. That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
Front (north): 28 ft (8.5 m); variance from 50 ft (15.2 m) to 22 ft (6.6 m)
Side (east): 28 ft (8.4 m) 0
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3. That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures on the parcel.
4. That the proposed building is not used for living purposes.
5. The developer must start construction before May 7, 2016, if this date is not met, the
developer may be required to apply for a new permit.
MOTION CARRIED
6.4 DP 3953 - SE 17-21-16-W4 - Installation of a 2nd Dwelling
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
development permit and responded to questions. Councillor E. Unruh asked
about the criteria for allowing a second dwelling on a parcel. The Director of
Corporate Services replied that this is generally seen in larger parcels where a
second dwelling is required for hired help for farm operations.
P-40/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR ELLEN UNRUH that the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Development Permit #3953, for the installation of a 1088 ft2 (101 m2) 2006
manufactured dwelling, to be used as a second dwelling on the farm site, subject to the
following conditions:
This permit is being granted only to provide approval for the installation of a 1088 ft2
(101 m2) 2006 manufactured dwelling, to be used as a second dwelling on the farm site,
on lands legally described as SE 17-21-16 W4M. Any additional development shall
require prior approval of a separate permit application.
The proposed development complying with:
1. The provisions pertaining to the Agricultural District and all relevant schedules, as
outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
2. All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
3. All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP #3953 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) and
Standards of Development (Schedule 3 & 4) as specified in the County of Newell
Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies
with respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development
That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this application
and submitted March 25, 2015. Any changes to that plan shall require the written
approval of the Development Officer.
1. That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation
without first obtaining the required permits.
2. That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures.
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3. The developer must start construction before May 7, 2016. In the event that this date
cannot be met, the developer may be required to apply for a new permit.
4. That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
Front (south): 315 ft (96 m) as set by Alberta Transportation
Side (east & west): 25 ft (7.6 m)
Rear (north): 25 ft (7.6 m)
MOTION CARRIED
6.5 DP 3955 - Block 2, Plan 0011250 (SE 8-19-14-W4) - Construction of a garage
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
development permit and responded to questions.
P-41/15 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR WAYNE HAMMERGREN that the Municipal Planning
Commission APPROVE DP #3955, for the construction of a 1500 ft2 (139 m2) garage
with a 5 ft (1.5 m) variance to the side yard setback, subject to the following conditions:
This permit is being granted only for the construction of a 1500 ft2 (139 m2) garage with
a 5 ft (1.5 m) variance to the side yard setback, on lands legally described as Block 2,
Plan 0011250, SE 8-19-14 W4M. Any additional development shall require prior
approval of a separate permit application
The proposed development complying with:
1. The provisions pertaining to the Fringe District and all relevant schedules, as outlined
in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
2. All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
3. All Alberta Building Codes, and Safety Codes, where applicable.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP #3955 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 Schedule 4 in the County of Newell Land
Use Bylaw #1755-12.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies
with respect to the proposed development.
Conditions of Development
1. That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this
application and submitted March 27, 2015. Any changes to that plan shall require
the written approval of the Development Officer.
2. That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation
without first obtaining the required permits.
3. That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures.
4. That the proposed accessory building (garage) is not used for living purposes.
5. The developer must start construction before May 7, 2016. In the event that this date
cannot be met, the developer may be required to apply for a new permit.
6. That the following setbacks on all sides are maintained for this development:
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Front (south)
Side (west):
Rear (north):
Side (east):
7. OTHER BUSINESS
100 ft (30 m)
5 ft (1.5 m) variance from 25 ft (7.6 m) to 20 ft (6 m)
25 ft (7.6 m)
25 ft (7.6 m)
There was no other business to discuss at this meeting.
8. POST AGENDA ITEMS
There were no post agenda items to discuss at this meeting.
9. IN CAMERA
There were no in camera items to discuss at this meeting.
10. INFORMATION ITEMS
There were no information items to discuss at this meeting.
11. QUESTION PERIOD
A question period and notice of motion was held.
MOTION CARRIED
Councillor B. de Jong requested clarification regarding the process for requesting
additional information regarding a development permit that is to be discussed during a
Municipal Planning Commission meeting. Councillor G. Simpson provided background
information, indicating that staff had requested his comments. He acknowledged that
decisions must be made based on common information.
12. ADJOURN
Being that the agenda matters have been concluded the meeting adjourned at 10:14 a. m.
Signed, by the Chairman and Director of Corporate Services this Day of
_'2015.
Director of Corpo atea ices
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