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What is subdivision?
Subdivision is when a parcel of land is divided into two or more parcels with separate legal titles for each parcel. Subdivision includes lot line adjustments and condominiums, both bareland and strata (buildings). The Municipal Government Act and the Subdivision and Development Regulation govern subdivision in the County.
Who can apply to subdivide a parcel?
Registered landowner(s) can subdivide. Often landowners choose an Alberta Land Surveyor or other professional to act on their behalf. The subdivision application must clearly indicate the name of the agent authorized to act on the registered owner's behalf. Both the owner and agent must sign the application.
How is the subdivision process initiated?
Potential applicants must arrange a pre-application meeting with a County Planner. This meeting is mandatory to review application requirements before submission and to ensure a timely process. Call or visit the County Centre to book a meeting. You should have the legal description of the property and be prepared to discuss your application.
What is the process?
Rural subdivision (four parcels or less per quarter) |
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Review the rural subdivision approval process:
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Multi-parcel/industrial subdivisions |
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Review the multi-parcel subdivision approval process:
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Conceptual scheme |
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Review the conceptual scheme approval process if your subdivision requires a conceptual scheme.
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Development agreements |
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From application to final completion certificate, review the development agreement process if your subdivision requires a development agreement.
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Frequently asked questions
I'm thinking of buying a property. Can I subdivide my parcel? |
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Contact a Planner at 780-968-8888 or subdivision@parklandcounty.com to see if subdivision is possible. Have the legal address of the property and be prepared to discuss your application. Subdivision applications must have the signature(s) of all the registered owner(s). |
How much does it cost to subdivide? |
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The cost of subdivision depends on the number of lots being subdivided and the types of supporting documentation. Contact a Planner at 780-968-8888 or subdivision@parklandcounty.com to review potential costs through a pre-consultation meeting. |
How long is the subdivision process? |
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The subdivision process, from application to final plan registration at the Land Titles Office, takes a minimum of six months. Several factors influence the length of the process including the application's complexity; the number of applications being processed at the time; the types of studies or reports required; surveyor availability and satisfaction of the subdivision approval conditions by the applicant. |
How many lots can I subdivide from my quarter section? |
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The number of lots you can subdivide depends on the districting of the lands and the policies of the Municipal Development Plan, Area Structure Plan, Land Use Bylaw and Government of Alberta statues. |
When does my property need to be surveyed? |
An Alberta Land Surveyor must:
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What surveyor should I use? How much does it cost? |
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Parkland County does not endorse a particular Alberta Land Surveyor. The surveyor must be a current member of the Alberta Land Surveyors Association. Surveyor costs depend on the type and complexity of the plan. Costs vary for different survey companies. |
Can I appeal my neighbour's subdivision? |
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The Municipal Government Act does not permit adjacent landowners to appeal an approved subdivision. After a subdivision application is made, a referral letter is sent to adjacent landowners and other affected agencies. They have the opportunity to submit comments to the County regarding the subdivision during the referral period outlined in this letter. |
Do I have to ensure my septic system is up to standard? |
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All private sewage disposal systems that exist on the title property prior to subdivision must comply with the provincially regulated setbacks and standards in the Private Sewage Disposal System Regulation. Alterations may include, but are not limited to, the relocation of a discharge line or replacement of a faulty septic tank or field or it may require the installation of a new sewage disposal system. A private sewage disposal system permit is required for alterations or new system installations. Parkland County does not endorse any particular installer. Contact a County Safety Codes Officer at 780-968-8888 with questions concerning private sewage disposal system standards. |
Do I have to construct a new or upgrade an existing approach? |
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All existing legal approaches that exist in the title property prior to subdivision must comply with Parkland County's Subdivision Development and Engineering Standards <link>. Any new approaches that need to be built as a condition of subdivision must be completed prior to endorsement of the subdivision in accordance with the Subdivision Development and Engineering Standards [Link to: ]. Please contact a Development Engineering Officer at 780-968-8443 with questions concerning approach standards. |
What is a deferred reserve caveat? |
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At the time of a subdivision approval, the subdivision authority determines if municipal reserves are provided as land, money in place of land or deferred onto the subdivided titles. If the municipal reserves are deferred, the County places a deferred reserve caveat onto the newly created titles. If the lands are further subdivided, the deferred reserves will once again be considered by the subdivision authority and may be taken as land or money in place of land. Contact a Planner at 780-968-8443 with questions regarding potential reserve dedications. |
Where can I find subdivision development and engineering standards? |