What is a Zoning Bylaw?

Whereas the OCP presents strategic goals for development in the RM, the Zoning Bylaw (ZB) outlines specific regulations and requirements for development. This includes setback distances, rules concerning signage and parking, permitted and discretionary uses, minimum and maximum site sizes, and zoning districts. The ZB is legislated through the Planning and Development Act, 2007. Altogether, all development proposals must align with the requirements outlined in the ZB to be approved by Council.

If you would like to amend the ZB, please complete and submit an OCP/ZB Text Amendment Application. The ZB text amendment process is similar to the rezoning process and requires a $500 non-refundable administrative fee. To learn more about the rezoning process, click here.

 

What are Zoning Districts?

Every parcel of land in the RM has a specific zoning designation that outlines what type of activities (or uses) are permitted on the parcel. All zoning districts also include discretionary uses that require Council approval.

Zoning districts are the RM's primary development tool to ensure adjacent land uses are compatible. Each zoning district includes specific development standards for development in that zone. Zoning districts are categorized into: agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial.

If you are interested in rezoning your parcel to a different zoning district, click here.

For a copy of the ZB and ZB Maps, please see the documents at the bottom of this webpage.