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County of Newell
MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
April 21, 2016
The regular Municipal Planning Commission Meeting of the County of Newell was held in the
County Office at Brooks, AB on Thursday, April 21, 2016 commencing at 10:02 a.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: M. Douglass, Reeve
A.M. Philipsen, Councillor
B. de Jong, Councillor
L. Juss, Councillor
G. Simpson, Councillor, Vice M.P.C. Chair
C. Amulung, Councillor & M.P.C. Chair
E. Unruh, Councillor
W. Hammergren, Councillor
K. Christman, Councillor
T. Fyfe, Councillor
ABSENT:
STAFF: K. Stephenson, CAO
L. Johnson, Director of Corporate Services
D. Horvath, County Planner
S. Simpson, Development Clerk
P. Elliott, Administrative Assistant, Planning
OTHERS IN
ATTENDANCE:
1. CALL TO ORDER
J. Nesbitt, Brooks Bulletin
J. Thiessen, Applicant
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
2. EXCUSED FROM MEETING
All members were present.
3. MINUTES
3.1 April 7, 2016 Meeting Minutes
MOVED BY COUNCILLOR MOLLY DOUGLASS that the minutes of the April 7, 2016
Municipal Planning Commission meeting be adopted as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
4. CALL FOR POST AGENDA ITEMS
The Chairman called for post agenda items.
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
P-39/16 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR ANNE MARIE PHILIPSEN that the agenda be adopted as
presented.
MOTION CARRIED
6. SUBDIVISIONS
a) 2016-0-048 - NE1/4 30-16-13-W4M, To create one (1) new parcel approximately
5.15 acres (2.09 ha) in size, containing an existing farmstead, from an unsubdivided
quarter section for residential use.
The County Planner provided background information on the proposed application.
Councillor B. de Jong inquired about excess water drainage and if the dugout would
be used for the purpose of collecting excess water. The County Planner replied that
drainage issues are not typically addressed during the initial stages of an
application.
P-40/16 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR GORDON SIMPSON THAT the Country Residential
subdivision of NE1/4 30-16-13-W4M (Certificate of Title No. 051 255 104+1), to create
one (1) new parcel approximately 5.15 acres (2.09 ha) in size, containing an existing
farmstead, from an unsubdivided quarter section for residential use BE APPROVED
subject to the following:
CONDITIONS:
1. That, pursuant to Section 654(1)(d) of the Municipal Government Act, all outstanding
property taxes shall be paid to the County of Newell.
REASONS:
1. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan
and complies with both the Municipal Development Plan and 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 Regulation.
MOTION CARRIED
7. DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
b) DP 2016015 - Lot 2, Block 1, Plan 1411232, SW 28-23-18 W4M, Construction of a
multi -unit dwelling
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
application.
There were no questions.
P-41/16 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR LIONEL JUSS That the Municipal Planning Commission
APPROVE Development Permit 2016015 for the construction of a 12,696 ft2 (1179 m2)
multi -unit dwelling for Clearview Colony, subject to the conditions outlined below.
This permit is being granted only to provide approval for construction of a 12,696 ft2
(1179 m2) multi -unit dwelling for Clearview Colony on lands legally described as Lot 2,
Block 1, Plan 1411232, SW 28-23-18 W4M. Any additional development shall require
prior approval of a separate permit application.
The proposed development complying with:
a) The provisions pertaining to the Agricultural District and all relevant schedules,
as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP 2016015 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
a) That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this
application and submitted March 16, 2016. Any changes to that plan shall require
the written approval of the Development Officer.
b) That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation
without first obtaining the required permits.
c) That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures.
d) The following setback must be maintained for this dwelling:
I. Rear (west): 100 ft (30.5 m)
II. Sides (north & south): 25 ft (7.6 m)
e) The developer must start construction before May 5, 2017. In the event that this
date cannot be met, the developer may be required to apply for a new permit.
MOTION CARRIED
b) DP 2016016 - Lot 2 Block 1 Plan 1411232 SW 28-23-18 W4M, Approval to relocate
an existing multi -unit dwelling.
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
application.
There were no questions.
P-42/16 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR ANNE MARIE PHILIPSEN That the Municipal Planning
Commission APPROVE Development Permit 2016016 for the relocation of an existing
5400 ft2 (502 m2) multi -unit dwelling for Clearview Colony, subject to the conditions
outlined below.
This permit is being granted only to provide approval to relocate an existing 5400 ft2
(502 m2) multi -unit dwelling for Clearview Colony on lands legally described as Lot 2,
Block 1, Plan 1411232, SW 28-23-18 W4M. Any additional development shall require
prior approval of a separate permit application.
The proposed development complying with:
a) The provisions pertaining to the Agricultural District and all relevant schedules, as
outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards
c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP 2016016 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
a) That this development is located as shown on the site plan approved in this
application and submitted March 16, 2016. Any changes to that plan shall require
the written approval of the Development Officer.
b) That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation
without first obtaining the required permits.
c) That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures.
d) That the following setbacks are maintained for the dwelling:
I. Rear (west): 100 ft (30.5 m)
II. Sides (north & south) 25 ft (7.6 m)
e) The developer must start construction before May 5, 2017. In the event that this
date cannot be met, the developer may be required to apply for a new permit.
MOTION CARRIED
c) DP 2016017 - Lot 8 Block 3 Plan 1110256 NW 12-20-15 W4M, Construction of a
detached shop with side yard variance
The Development Clerk provided background information on the proposed
application.
Councillor B. de Jong asked if water runoff would stay on the property or runoff onto
the neighbours. J. Thiessen replied that any runoff would stay on his property.
Councillor A.M. Philipsen inquired if there were any trees or barriers between his
and the neighbouring buildings. J. Thiessen responded that the area was wide open.
Councillor A.M. Philipsen asked if J. Thiessen was using the neighbour's driveway
to access his property. J. Thiessen commented that they are using their own
driveway. The Development Clerk added that the 2012 airphoto does not show the
newly built approach and driveway.
P-43/16 MOVED BY COUNCILLOR BRIAN DE JONG That the Municipal Planning
Commission APPROVE Development Permit 2016017, for the construction of a
1836 ft2 (171 m2) detached shop with a side yard variance, subject to the conditions
outlined below.
Reasons for Approval
The Municipal Planning Commission has approved DP 2016017 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 #1755-12.
3. No objections have been received from adjacent landowners or referral agencies
with respect to the proposed development.
This permit is being granted only to provide approval for the construction of a 1836
ft2 (171 m2) detached shop with a side yard variance, on lands legally described as
Lot 8, Block 3, Plan 1110256, NW 12-20-15 W4M. Any additional development shall
require prior approval of a separate permit application.
The proposed development complying with:
a) The provisions pertaining to the Acreage Residential District and all relevant
schedules, as outlined in the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw #1755-12.
b) All Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, regulations, codes and standards.
c) All Alberta Building Codes and Safety Codes, where applicable.
Conditions of Development
a) That this development is located as shown on the site plan provided with this
application and submitted March 18, 2016. Any changes to that plan shall require
the written approval from the Development Officer.
b) That the property is not used for conducting a business or commercial operation
without first obtaining the required permits.
c) That there is a 10 ft (3 m) separation distance between the new building and any
other buildings or structures.
d) That the following setbacks are maintained for this development:
Front (west): 50 ft (15.2 m)
Side (north): 12 ft ( 3.7 m) variance from 25 ft (7.6 m)
Rear (north): 25 ft (7.6m)
e) That the developer must start construction before May 5, 2017. 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.
MOTION CARRIED
8. POST AGENDA ITEMS
There were no post agenda items.
9. IN CAMERA
There were no in camera items.
10. INFORMATION ITEMS
These items were presented for information only.
a) Village of Rosemary Subdivision Application
b) LA16015 Lathom Colony Farming
c) LA16016 Hutterian Brethren of Springview
d) LA15044 Hutterian Brethren of Bow City - Decision Package
11. QUESTION PERIOD
12. ADJOURN
Being that the agenda matters have been concluded the meeting adjourned at 10:13 a.m.
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Signed by the Chairman and Director of Corporate Services this Day of
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Director of Co pora Se ices