The Land Use Bylaw is the official set of rules that guide how land and buildings are used and developed within the Town of Crossfield. Its purpose is to ensure development is organized, compatible with surrounding areas and aligned with the Municipalities plans and infrastructure.
To achieve this, the bylaw:
- Divides the town into different land use zones
- Defines activities, uses and regulations within each zone
- Regulates how development occurs
- Sets rules for approving development permits and provides a process for subdivisions
- Provides information on the process to amend the land use bylaw, including Land Use Redesignations
This helps the Town manage growth consistently and sustainably, in a well-planned manner.
Land Use Zones (or Districts)
Every property in Crossfield is part of a Land Use District. Think of these as “zones” that tell you what can be built or done on the land. Each district has its own rules and regulations.
You can see these zones on the Land Use Map, which shows exactly where each district is located within the town.
Here are the main types of districts:
- Residential: Areas where people live - like houses, townhouses, and apartments.
- Commercial: Places for businesses such as shops, restaurants, and offices.
- Industrial: Areas for factories, warehouses, and other industrial uses.
- Institutional: Land for schools, government buildings, and community centers.
- Urban Reserve: Land saved for future growth and development.
- Direct Control: Special zones with custom rules made for unique or special situations.
Land Use Redesignation (Rezoning)
A Land Use Redesignation is the process of changing the land use district assigned to a property under the municipality’s Land Use Bylaw. This process is used when a proposed development or use does not fit within the current zoning and requires Council approval through a bylaw amendment. Click on Land Use Redesignation for more information on the requirements and approval process.
Subdivision
Subdivision is the process of dividing a parcel of land into two or more lots or adjusting existing property boundaries. It is required to create separate legal titles for new parcels that can be sold or developed independently. Click on Subdivision Application Process for more information on the requirements and process, or see Subdivision FAQs.
