Title
2025 TransAlta Linear Appeal Intervenor Status
Proposed Motion(s)
That Council authorize Parkland County to become an intervenor before the Land and Property Rights Tribunal in relation to the TransAlta Linear Property Assessment Complaint number L25/TRAN/WILS-0.
Body
Administration Recommendation(s)
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
To authorize Parkland County to participate as an intervenor in the Land and Property Rights Tribunal hearings concerning TransAlta's assessment complaint of Linear Property for the 2025 tax year.
Summary
TransAlta has filed a complaint with the Land and Property Rights Tribunal regarding the assessment of Linear Property for the 2025 taxation year. If the complaint is successful, Parkland County will face a reduction in tax revenue. Parkland County Council has authorized intervenor status on previous complaints filed by TransAlta.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Section 508(1) of the Municipal Government Act allows council to authorize the municipality to become and intervenor in a hearing before the Tribunal.
Financial Impact:
Cost: N/A
Source of Funding: N/A