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PUBLIC HEARING 9:30 a.m.
Bylaw 2019-01 (Cannabis Related Regulations) Amending Land Use Bylaw 2017-18
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2019-01 be amended as presented in Attachment 8.
2. That Bylaw 2019-01 receive second reading.
3. That Bylaw 2019-01 receive third reading.
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Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the motions as presented.
Purpose
To amend relevant sections of Land Use Bylaw 2017-18 to accommodate a wider range of economic activities related to the cannabis industry.
Summary
Parkland County's current Land Use Bylaw does not accomodate for a variety of uses related to the cannabis industry. The proposed amendment will add "Cannabis Cultivation, Major", "Cannabis Cultivation, Minor", "Cannabis Processing, Major", and "Cannabis Processing, Minor" as new use classes to Land Use Bylaw 2017-18; will modify the definition of "Cannabis Retail Sales" use; and will remove "Cannabis Production Facility" as a use class. The new use classes will allow for greater diversity of cannabis-related businesses within Parkland County. Amendments include new definitions, specific use regulations, and application requirements to ensure compatibility with the rural character of the County's agricultural areas and that nearby properties are not adversely affected (detailed summary provided in Attachment 11 - Administrative Report March 12th - Previously Circulated).
Administration has conducted background research consisting of a detailed review of other land use bylaws within Alberta and other provinces (Attachment 13 - Background Research Report - Previously Circulated). Administration held two public open houses at separate locations within the County to hear feedback from the general public and business community (Attachment 14 - What We Heard Report - Previously Circulated). The proposed amendment to the Land Use Bylaw incorporates the findings from those activities.
Following the comments received from the March 12, 2019 Council Meeting (First Reading), Administration proposes minor, clarifying amendments to Bylaw 2019-01. The full list of proposed amendments are provided in Attachment 6 - Table of Proposed Amendments.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
The proposed amendment is consistent with the goals of Municipal Development Plan 2017-14 and Council's Long Term Strategic Plan.
Financial Impact:
Cost: 0
Source of Funding: N/A