Development is a key activity in a growing community like the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River as it brings new homes, jobs, people, facilities, and infrastructure to the community. Land development is the process of a property owner or an authorized representative putting forward a request to develop or redevelop their land.

In accordance with the Municipal Government Act of Alberta, applications for development permits are made to the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River Development Authority. The Lesser Slave River Development Authority is responsible for receiving, processing, and deciding on development permit applications. A Development Officer coordinates the application process between the applicant and the Development Authority.

Unplanned development can bring land use conflicts, traffic congestion, and other challenges. That’s why the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River pays special attention to ensuring each development is judged on its own merits, its impacts on the community are examined, and the views of the neighbours are solicited.

Those wishing to develop land, change the existing land use designation, or amend an area structure plan are required to submit the necessary application forms, fees, and supporting information in order to receive consideration for approval. Land use policies and development requirements are set out in the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River’s Integrated Community Sustainability Plan, Bylaws, and other policy documents.

Click here to access a development permit application.