Municipal Development Plan

A pre-development meeting (virtual or in person) with Planning & Development is required before new plan or plan amendment applications to ensure all requirements are identified and understood. Contact planning@wetaskiwin.ca or 780.361.4400 to arrange one.

The required studies and engagement will be confirmed during the pre-development meeting, as Municipal Development Plan amendments typically also involve new or amended Area Structure Plans. The length of time required for this stage depends on the studies and engagement needed.

Please review the form carefully to ensure you have included all the information and supporting studies needed for the new plan or amendment you are applying for. 

Applications may be submitted by email to planning@wetaskiwin.ca, by mail, or in person at Wetaskiwin City Hall. Applications submitted by email must be in PDF format. Photos of forms and supporting documents will not be accepted.

Once your application has been received, the City will contact you to identify any outstanding information and arrange for payment. Applications are not considered to be complete until all required information and supporting documents are submitted.

The City will circulate the application to relevant internal departments and external parties. The City planner may request additional information from you based on the circulation comments and will keep you informed of the application status and next steps.

Because Municipal Development Plan amendments are approved by bylaw, they require three readings of City Council. At first reading, the City planner will present your plan or amendment to Council with a recommendation. If Council gives first reading, a public hearing will be scheduled for a Council meeting at a later date. You are encouraged to speak at the public hearing to help Council understand your proposal and why you have requested the plan amendment.

After the public hearing, at the same meeting, Council may give second and third readings of the bylaw. If third reading is given, the amendment is approved and takes effect. If an Area Structure Plan amendment and/or Land Use Bylaw amendment were not approved at the same meeting, they may now be approved. After that, you may then proceed with subdivision, development permits, and building permits.