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Phone: 403.783.3333   |  Fax: 403.783.6965  |  4205 Highway 2A, Ponoka, AB, T4J 1V9
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DEVELOPMENT
Building & Development | Subdivision | Land Use | Zoning

Building & Development Permits

Building and development are governed by Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU, reference it to answer questions and help with your planning prior to starting a project. Knowing your Land Use District (often referred to as zoning) is crucial for proper interpretation of the land use bylaw. You can find your property zoning on township maps, which are located under the zoning section below.

​Peter Hall is the County's Development Officer and is available to answer any questions you may have. He can be reached at the office 403.783.3333 or via email at PeterHall@ponokacounty.com
Development Permit Application
Before constructing a home, garage, shop and/or any accessory building(s) on your property, you must apply for a Ponoka County Development Permit. Upon receipt of your approved Development Permit you apply for all subsequent relevant permits from Superior Safety Codes Inc. (Red Deer).
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​Superior Safety conducts inspections throughout the construction process; they work closely with Ponoka County to ensure developments meet building codes and regulations.

Permitting requirements and possible exemptions are highlighted in the Ponoka County Pole Sheds & Post Frame Structures literature below:
Superior Safety Codes
Permit Applications:
You MUST have a Ponoka County Development Permit in place prior to applying for the following: 
  1. Building Permit Application 
  2. Electrical Permit Application
  3. Gas Permit Application
  4. Plumbing Permit Application
  5. Private Sewage Disposal Permit Application
View additional documents regarding building code and permit requirements on the Superior Safety Codes website. 
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PUBLIC HEARINGS

Rezoning Hearings

New hearings are posted on the home page

Subdivision & Development Appeal Board Hearings

New hearings are posted on the home page
Access historical Subdivision & Development Appeal Board Hearing records here. 
SDAB Appeal Form

DEVELOPMENT REPORTS

2022 [Year End Report]
2023 [Report To-Date]

Subdivision

Subdivision Application
Lot Line Adjustment Application
Subdividing is a multi-step process, the Subdivision Guide answers common questions and includes timeline and fee information. If you require further clarification please contact the administration office at your convenience 403.783.3333 or subdivisions@ponokacounty.com
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Support Documents: 
  • Subdivision Guide - Ponoka County
  • Land Surveyors List
  • Hydrogeological Consultants List​

Area Structure Plans (ASP)

Development Plans

Morningside Area Outline Plan
1985 Outline Plan​

West of Highway #2 ASP
​[from Hwy #604 to north of Hwy #53]
Adopted ​May 18, 2018 
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Morningside ASP
Adopted October 9, 2018

​North-West Ponoka ASP
Adopted October 25, 2018

Menaik Road & QE2 ASP
Adopted January 26, 2021
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East Gull Lake Overview Plan
October 13, 2009

West Gull Lake Overview Plan
June 2010

Gull Lake Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP)
July 2010

Chain Lakes Watershed Management Plan
September 13, 2012

Commercial & Industrial Development Hwy #2 Corridor
May 13, 2014

Municipal Development Plan
October 2022

Water Studies

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Ponoka County
  •  Regional Groundwater Assessment [2003]

Gull Lake Area
  • Gull Lake Groundwater Monitoring Report [2020]
  • Gull Lake Groundwater Monitoring Report [2018]
  • Gull Lake Groundwater Monitoring Report [2016]
  • Gull Lake West Study [2010]
  • Gull Lake East Study [2009]

Chain Lakes Area
  • Chain Lakes Groundwater Monitoring Report [2020]
  • Chain Lakes Groundwater Monitoring Report [2019]
  • Riparian Health Summary Final Report [2015] *for water analysis detail visit the Alberta Lake Management Society website.

Battle River Watershed Alliance (BRWSA)
Ponoka County is a member of the Battle River Watershed Alliance. The BRWSA website provides online resource maps and data to the public. In addition they provide information relevant to planning and development with specific research data on water drainage on lands in our region. The Battle River Watershed covers much of our County area and is not limited to the banks of the Battle River.

Zoning [Land Use Districts]

Zoning [Land Use Districts]
Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU
Zoning Maps
The maps are updated when changes are made to the Land Use By-Law and quarterly as new subdivisions are registered. Use your legal land location and the legend map to determine where your property is located. * Land(s) not specifically labeled with a zoning code remain Agricultural (AG). 
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Legend
MAP 1: 43-5-W5
​MAP 2: 42-5-W5
​MAP 3: 45-4-W5
MAP 4: 44-4-W5 MAP 5: 43-4-W5
​MAP 6: 42-4-W5 
MAP 7: 41-4-W5
​​MAP 8: 45-3-W5
MAP 9: 44-3-W5
MAP 10: 43-3-W5
MAP 11: 42-3-W5
MAP 12: 41-3-W5
MAP 13: 45-2-W5
MAP 14: 44-2-W5
​MAP 15: 43-2-W5
​MAP 16: 42-2-W5
MAP 17: 41-2-W5
​MAP 18: 45-1-W5
​MAP 19: 44-1-W5
​​MAP 20: 43-1-W5
MAP 21: 42-1-W5
MAP 22: 44-28-W4
​MAP 23: 43-28-W4
​MAP 24: 42-28-W4
​MAP 25: 41-28-W4
​MAP 26: 44-27-W4
​MAP 27: 43-27-W4
​MAP 28: 42-27-W4
​​MAP 29: 44-26-W4
MAP 30: 43-26-W4
MAP 31: 42-26-W4
​MAP 32: 41-26-W4
​MAP 33: 44-25-W4
​MAP 34: 43-25-W4
​MAP 35: 42-25-W4
​MAP 36: 44-24-W4
​MAP 37: 43-24-W4
​MAP 38: 42-24-W4
​​MAP 39: 41-24-W4
MAP 40: 43-23-W4
MAP 41: 42-23-W4
MAP 42: 43-22-W4
MAP 43: 42-22-W4
​MAP 44: Leedale
​MAP 45: Hoadley
​MAP 46: Bluffton
​MAP 47: Crestomere
MAP 48: Maskwacis
​MAP 49: Rimbey Airport
​​MAP 50: Ponoka Airport

Rezoning

Rezoning Application
Under the guidance of the Municipal Development Plan (MDP) County Council will approve the rezoning of land for multi-lot residential subdivision only if, in the opinion of Council, the following conditions are met: 
  1. The soil quality is poor.
  2. The subdivision will not interfere with nearby farming operations.
  3. The land is suitable for proposed use, using the criteria set out in Section 7 of the Provincial Subdivision and Development Regulations and Section 2 of Schedule "A" of the County's land use by-law.
  4. Alberta Transportation has indicated, in writing, that they have no objection to the development. This applies only where the land is within one mile of a numbered highway. 
  5. The land is accessible from the nearest highway by a road which meets current County standards, or the developer is prepared to upgrade the road to these standards.
  6. Where there will be more than five lots on a quarter section, the owner has supplied proof of water supply, using the criteria set out in Section 23 of the Water Act. 
  7. On land within one mile of Ponoka or Rimbey, the Town Council has no objection. 
  8. There is no conflict with Provincial policies.
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