Overview

The Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) is a committee comprised of the entire Council, responsible for reviewing subdivisions and most discretionary development permit applications.

At each MPC meeting, the Director of Planning Services and Senior Planner from Oldman River Regional Services Commission provide background information on applications and submit recommendations based on Council-approved policies. The MPC deliberates and makes decisions based on these recommendations.

Decision-Making & Compliance

All MPC decisions must align with:
✔️ Municipal Development Plan
✔️ Land Use Bylaw
✔️ Municipal Government Act

The MPC may approve a development application even if it does not fully comply with the Land Use Bylaw, provided:
✔️ The use conforms to the Land Use Bylaw
✔️ The development does not negatively impact neighborhood amenities, property values, or the use and enjoyment of adjacent properties

Meeting Schedule & Public Access

📅 Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month
📍 Location: [Insert Meeting Location]
👥 Open to the public

📄 Meeting Minutes:
Click here to access MPC meeting minutes

Development & Subdivision Information

📌 Subdivision & Development Permits: Learn about the application process, fees, and guidelines.
📌 Bylaws & Policies: Search, navigate, and print documents here.

Intermunicipal Development Plans (IDPs)

What Are IDPs?

Intermunicipal Development Plans (IDPs) are statutory planning documents designed to:
✔️ Facilitate coordination and consultation between neighboring municipalities
✔️ Establish frameworks for addressing land use and development concerns
✔️ Outline procedures for development proposals in shared planning areas

Approved IDPs

✅ County of Warner IMDP (2015) – View Plan
✅ Lethbridge County IMDP (2019) – View Plan
✅ M.D. of Willow Creek IMDP (2015) – View Plan
✅ Town of Cardston IMDP (2021) – View Plan
✅ Town of Magrath IMDP (2021) – View Plan
✅ Village of Glenwood IMDP (2021) – View Plan
✅ Village of Hill Spring IMDP (2021) – View Plan