Planning & Development
Are you looking to make an improvement on your property? Build a deck or a garage? Build a commercial development? Change the zoning on your property? Are you looking to subdivide your property into two or more lots? All of these developments involve the Planning Department.
Planning is the lead department for all land development applications including Subdivisions, Land Use Amendments (Rezoning), Development Permits, Change of Use Permits, Demolition Permits and Sign Permits, to name a few.
The Planning Department also prepares and maintains the Town's Inter-municipal Development Plan (IDP), Municipal Development Plan (MDP), and Land Use Bylaw (LUB), which form the basis for guiding growth and development in Edson.
We would love to hear from you. A pre-application meeting is encouraged in your development process. We can answer your questions regarding your development goals or any other planning-related inquiries to help you get started.
The Land Use Bylaw (LUB) regulates the use and development of land and buildings within the Town of Edson. With all of the diverse developable lands our community has to offer, we strive to be developer friendly and look forward to all future developments in Edson.
Land Use Bylaw Amendment 2332 passed May 19th, 2026. These amendments include correction to errors or omissions identified as a result of daily use and interpretation of the LUB, respond to unintended outcomes, and improve the consistency of application of the LUB.
If you require a Statutory Plan or Land Use Bylaw Amendment, a pre-application meeting is recommended. Book a meeting with our Planning department here.
Please find the application for Statutory Plan or Land Use Bylaw Amendment below:
Statutory Plan and LUB Amendment Application
Land Use District Maps - Find your zone!
For other Planning Bylaws and Policies please follow this link to the page.
A Development Permit is required before starting most types of property development within the Town of Edson. This includes:
- New homes and additions including decks, sheds, and garages
- Commercial and industrial buildings
- Changes in land or building use
- Demolitions
- Permanent Signs
How to Apply
- Complete the Development Permit Application Form
- Gather required documents from page 2 of the form (site plan, drawings, etc.)
- Submit your application in person at the Civic Centre or by email to planning@edson.ca
NOTE: The above application form does not include portable and/or inflatable sign licensing. Please visit Protective Services Department for the application.
Fees & Securities
Review applicable fees in the Fees and Charges Bylaw
Development Permit Securities are outlined in Policy D-P-8
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Development Permit vs. Building Permit
A Development Permit is not a Building Permit.
- Development Permit → Approves how land and buildings are used and ensures compliance with zoning regulations
- Building Permit → Approves construction and safety requirements
A Development Permit is typically required before applying for a Building Permit.
Building Permits for Edson are issued through an accredited Building Permit Agency. Please see "For Building, Electrical, Gas, and Plumbing Permits" tab below for more information.
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Need more information?
Visit our Development Page or Book an Appointment:
- Book an appointment online
- Email: planning@edson.ca
- Phone: 780-723-4401
A Certificate of Compliance confirms that the buildings and structures on a property comply with the Town of Edson’s Land Use Bylaw, including setback requirements, and that all required permits have been issued.
This may include structures such as:
- Houses and additions
- Accessory Structures ie. decks, sheds, gazebos, greenhouses, hot tubs, etc.
- Detached garages
- Driveway extensions
- Retaining walls
When is a Certificate of Compliance Required? What does the Certificate of Compliance show?
- The sale of a property
- Mortgage refinancing
How to Apply
To apply for a Certificate of Compliance, you must submit:
- A completed Certificate of Compliance Application Form
- Two original copies (or one original PDF) of a Real Property Report (RPR):
- Must be dated within the last 6 months
- Must be prepared by a Registered Alberta Land Surveyor
- Submit your application:
- By Email: planning@edson.ca
- In person: Civic Centre, 605 - 50 Street, Edson, AB
Please see Certificate of Compliance Policy (D-P-9) for more information.
Subdivision Securities Policy D-P-16
Subdivision is the legal division of a single parcel of land into two or more smaller parcels. By subdividing land, each parcel created is given a separate land title. Before being registered with Alberta Land Titles, each subdivision must receive subdivision approval and endorsement from the Town’s Subdivision Approval Authority.
For more information on the Subdivision Application Process, please contact us by phone or by email at planning@edson.ca
Subdivision Application Process Chart
An Encroachment Agreement often is required when a structure(s) such as a fence, shed, house, garage, etc. is constructed beyond your property lines or over an easement or right-of-way. Encroachments are usually discovered when a property is surveyed or when a Certificate of Compliance is requested. An Encroachment Agreement is a formal acknowledgment by the owner of the land that is impacted by the encroaching structure to allow it to remain as is. The application fee is $350.00 on-refundable.
Town of Edson
For Building, Electrical, Gas, and Plumbing Permits:
Your authority having jurisdiction is ASCA.
You may choose from the following agencies:
Superior Safety Codes Inc.
780-489-4777
Toll Free: 1-866-999-4777
Fax: 1-866-900-4711
info@superiorsafetycodes.com
www.superiorsafetycodes.com
The Inspections Group Inc.
780-454-5048
Toll Free: 1-866-554-5048
Fax: 1-866-454-5222
questions@inspectionsgroup.com
www.inspectionsgroup.com
IJD Inspections Ltd.
403-346-6533
Toll Free: 1-877-617-8776
Fax: 403-347-2533
permits@ijd.ca
www.ijd.ca
For Fire Permits:
Town of Edson Fire Department
Phone: (780) 723-3178
https://www.edson.ca/town-office/protective-services/fire
For Storage Tank Systems - Fire Code:
Your authority having jurisdiction is ASCA.
Click here for storage tank systems permit information.
Roadside development permits
Government approval is required before you can build or change a development by a provincial highway.
Please visit their website at this link here: Alberta Transportation Roadside Development Permit
Curb Cut & Driveway Crossing Application Form
This application is used when access to a property requires cutting an apron into the curbs and sidewalks or crossing an existing ditch. There is no charge for this application; however, securities may be required for construction of the Curb Cut or ditch crossing.
Application for Utility Work Approval on Town Administered Lands Form
This application is required when any work is conducted on Town owned land (eq: roads, lanes, parks, boulevards, etc). There is no charge for this application.
Intermunicpal Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
Please follow this link to the ISDAB page on our website for more information and forms.
Contact
Address:
605 - 50 Street
Box 6300, Edson, AB, T7E 1T7
Ph: 780-723-4401
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Bradley Leeman
General Manager, Infrastructure & Planning
Cheryl Fogarty
Executive Assistant, Infrastructure & Planning
Tonia Sprague
Administrative Assistant, Infrastructure & Planning
Donna Cross
Senior Manager, Infrastructure & Public Works
Julia Darling
Development Officer