This page contains current public notices. These notices inform the public of decisions, public hearings, and other matters of public concern.
Public Hearings
Public hearings are an opportunity for people who are affected by projects or proposals to address Clearwater County Council during regular Council meetings. Public hearing are required by the Municipal Government Act (MGA) as part of the adoption or amendment process for statutory plans, the Clearwater County's Land Use Bylaw, or as necessary.
| Date Posted | Applicant | Details | Date of Hearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2023 | Advertising Bylaw 1184/24 | June 11, 2024 at 10:00am in Council Chambers | |
| February 11, 2025 | Heather Rutherford | Bylaw 25/005 | March 25, 2025 at 9:00am in Council Chambers |
| January 21, 2025 | Tracy Johnson | Bylaw 25/007 | February 25, 2025 at 9:15am in Council Chambers |
| January 21, 2025 | Robin and Tammy McLaren | Bylaw 25/008 | February 25, 2025 at 9:30am in Council Chambers |
| January 17, 2025 | Baseline Land Ltd. | Bylaw 25/006 | February 25, 2025 at 10:15am in Council Chambers |
| January 15, 2025 | Eduard Barnard Professional Corp. | Bylaw 25/002 | February 25, 2025 at 9:00am in Council Chambers |
| February 4, 2025 | Britt Wacher | Bylaw 25/001 | March 11, 2025 at 9:00am in Council Chambers |
| January 29, 2025 | Albina Lysak | Bylaw 25/012 | March 11, 2025 at 9:45am in Council Chambers |
Development Permit Approvals
The following development permits have been approved or conditionally approved under the provisions of Clearwater County's Land Use Bylaw.
Anyone claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal the decision by serving written notice of appeal within twenty-one (21) days of the date of the decision.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Officer or the Municipal Planning Commission of Clearwater County has approved the issuing of development permits for the following Permitted uses:
Development Permit 18/25 Ward 2 Blair and Julie Robertson for the construction of an addition to the existing detached dwelling on Plan 992 03334, Block 1, Lot 8 (Pt. NE 28-39-04-W5M). Date of Decision: February 14, 2025
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Officer or the Municipal Planning Commission of Clearwater County has approved the issuing of development permits for the following Discretionary uses:
Development Permit 19/25 Ward 3 Tony Aspinell for the construction of a residential shop on Plan 872 1504, Block 1, Lot 1 (Pt. SW 31-38-06-W5M). Date of Decision: February 13, 2025
Notice of appeal, accompanied by a $400.00 appeal fee, should be addressed to the Clerk, Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, Clearwater County.
For more information on a specific application, or the decision, contact Clearwater County Development Authority
| February 12, 2025 |
Anyone claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal the decision by serving written notice of appeal within twenty-one (21) days of the date of the decision.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Officer or the Municipal Planning Commission of Clearwater County has approved the issuing of development permits for the following Permitted uses:
Development Permit 16/25 Ward 7 Cory and Jadeyn Leenstra for the placement of a first residence on NE 12-41-06-W5M. Date of Decision: January 31, 2025
Notice of appeal, accompanied by a $400.00 appeal fee, should be addressed to the Clerk, Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, Clearwater County.
For more information on a specific application, or the decision, contact Clearwater County Development Authority
| February 5, 2025 |
Anyone claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal the decision by serving written notice of appeal within twenty-one (21) days of the date of the decision.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Officer or the Municipal Planning Commission of Clearwater County has approved the issuing of development permits for the following Permitted uses:
Development Permit 7/25 Ward 2 Mauricio Adams for the legalization of a shelter as an ancillary building on SW 13-39-05-W5M. Date of Decision: January 30, 2025
Development Permit 15/25 Ward 3 Nicholas, Bruce and Sandy Patterson for the legalization of a cabin as the first residence on NE 22-38-06-W5M. Date of Decision: January 31, 2025
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Officer or the Municipal Planning Commission of Clearwater County has approved the issuing of development permits for the following Discretionary uses:
Development Permit 9/25 Ward 1 Bradley OpdenDries and Emilee Speight for the construction of a residential shop on Plan 222 2005, Block 1, Lot 1 (Pt. NE 01-39-08-W5M). Date of Decision: January 28, 2025
Development Permit 10/25 Ward 7 Lynn Hart for the placement of a manufactured home and the legalization and conversion of an existing cabin to an ancillary building on Plan 072 4096, Block 1, Lot 1 (Pt. SE 36-40-05-W5M). Date of Decision: January 30, 2025
Notice of appeal, accompanied by a $400.00 appeal fee, should be addressed to the Clerk, Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, Clearwater County.
For more information on a specific application, or the decision, contact Clearwater County Development Authority
| January 29, 2025 |
Anyone claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal the decision by serving written notice of appeal within twenty-one (21) days of the date of the decision.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Development Officer or the Municipal Planning Commission of Clearwater County has approved the issuing of development permits for the following Permitted uses:
Development Permit 5/25 Ward 7 Jeff Bignell for the placement of a modular home and convert existing primary residence to an ancillary building on NE 09-43-06-W5M. Date of Decision: January 23, 2025
Development Permit 6/25 Ward 7 High Country Surveys on behalf of The Property Law Firm LLP for the legalization of an ancillary building on Plan 082 7102, Block 1, Lot 1 (Pt. SE 05-41-05-W5M). Date of Decision: January 21, 2025
Development Permit 8/25 Ward 4 Nicole and Craig Matheson for the placement of a manufactured home as a second residence on NE 10-37-07-W5M. Date of Decision: January , 2025
Development Permit 12/25 Ward 1 Wayne and Mona Crocker for the addition to an existing building on Plan 762 0446, Lot A (Pt. SW 04-39-08-W5M). Date of Decision: January 23, 2025
Notice of appeal, accompanied by a $400.00 appeal fee, should be addressed to the Clerk, Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, Clearwater County. For more information on a specific application, or the decision, contact Clearwater County Development Authority
Subdivision Application Approvals
Clearwater County, being the Subdivision Approving Authority, hereby gives notice that the following subdivision applications were approved:
| File No. | Registered Owner | Legal Description | Decision of Approval | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21/3721 | Clearwater County | Plan 952 5023, Lot 1 Pt. SE 27-40-15-W5M | Conditionally Approved additional Agricultural Parcel (Nordegg Cemetery) | 5 |
| 21/3720 | Linda Bates | NE 24-38-05-W5M | Conditionally Approved First Parcel Out | 3 |
| 21/3723 | Sandy and Deborah MacGillivray | NW 01-38-07-W5M | Conditionally Approved Second Parcel Out | 4 |
For more information on a specific subdivision application, or the decision, contact Clearwater County.
Proposed Development Permit Applications
The below table lists proposed projects or developments that would have a substantial impact on Clearwater County's Land Use Bylaw. Updates to this table will be available as information is provided.
| Date | Applicant | Type of Application | Location | Description | Status | Document Attachment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2025 | Edward and Elsie Betts | Development Permit | Plan 922 3274 Block 1, Lot 1 | Placement of Manufactured home for a Bona Fide Need | Circulation for Comments in Progress | Notice of Decision 11/25 |
| January 28, 2025 | Michael and Anne Muyres | Development Permit | NE 34-39-07-W5M | For the Operation of a Tradespersons Business | Circulation for Comments in Progress | Notice of Decision 14/25 |
| January 8, 2025 | Terry Pengelly on behalf of Ricinus Wooler Community Association | Development Permit | NE 13-36-07-W5M | For the construction of an events building | Circulation for Comments Complete | Notice of Decision 216/24 |
| November 13, 2024 | Dianne Mason | Development Permit | NW 36-35-07-W5M | Legalization of the Operation of a Campground as a farm subsidiary business | Circulation for comments in progress | Notice of Decision 199/24 |
| July 12, 2024 | Rocky Rod and Gun Club | Development Permit | N1/2 24-39-08-W5M All of section 25-39-08-W5M S1/2 36-39-08-W5M | To amend and expand the operations of the existing gun and archery range and the operation of a members only campsite | Circulation for comments complete | Notice of Decision 117/24 |
Below Market Value Lot Sales
The below table lists lots advertised in accordance with the County's Lot Sales Policy.
| Advertisement Date | Location | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 6 & 13, 2024 | Lot 10, Block 5, Plan 2320829 | Advertise Lot Sale Below Market Value | Advertisement period complete. Petition period ends January 12, 2025. |