As part of the Town's Housing Action Plan, we are pleased to share pre-approved building plans to offer a faster, easier and more predictable planning & permitting process.
The gallery below showcases the locally-sourced designs that have been pre-approved by the Town's Planning & Development department.
Click on each design to learn more and connect with the designer to use the plan (one-time licensing fee applies).
These pre-approved plans are intended to simplify the design process for the property owner and expedite permit approval timelines. Pre-approved designs do not imply compliance with the Town's Land Use Bylaw as full compliance is property specific and dependent on lot size, shape, the existing buildings (if any), and the land use district applicable. Please read through the important notes in the dropdown below for more information.
Single-Detached Dwellings
Semi-Detached Dwellings
Row-Housing
Garage Suites
Garden Suites
Important notes
Pre-approved plans are intended to simplify the design process for the property owner and expedite permit approval timelines. Pre-approved designs do not imply compliance with the Town’s Land Use Bylaw because full compliance is property-specific. Property owners will be required to go through the regular permitting process for the construction or placement of the new building.
While the plans are pre-approved, a detailed site plan or plot plan will be required to determine whether the proposed building will fit on the property. We recommend hiring a design professional or Alberta Land Surveyor to make sure this plan is prepared correctly and shows building setbacks, lot coverage, and any grading changes required.
Your site plan must include the lot boundaries, the primary house, any other buildings on the property, and the driveway.
The Town makes no guarantees, representations or warranty with respect to the plans, including their quality, safety, or suitability for a particular property. Those using the pre-approved plans rely solely upon the designer, architect and/or contractor for any representations, warranties, and assurances with respect to the plans and their construction.
While the Town will help make connections between property owners/applicants and the designer, any agreements and/or financial transactions will take place directly between the property owner/applicant and the designer, architect and/or contractor.
The use of the pre-approved plans will be subject to a one-time licensing fee payable directly to the designer. Any additional changes to the plans as presented will be at the designer's typical rate and the responsibility of the property owner/applicant.
- Garden Suites: $675.00/plan
- Garage Suites: $900.00/plan
- Single-Detached Dwelling: $1125 - $1350.00/plan
- Semi-Detached Dwelling: $1875 - $2250.00/plan
- Row Housing: $2800.00