Title
Bylaw 2023-19 - Community Standards
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2023-19 receive first reading.
2. That a Public Hearing be scheduled on January 23, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at Parkland County Centre, Council Chambers to hear public comment on Bylaw 2023-19.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports that Bylaw 2023-19 receive first reading and that a public hearing be scheduled.
Purpose
To update Parkland County's Community Standards Bylaw 2023-19.
Summary
Administration has been working on the revision and drafting of new bylaws as part of the Major bylaw review project.
The Community Standards Bylaw was identified as one of the bylaws requiring updating. We updated the bylaw as a result of feedback from users and staff, as well as on best practices determined through a municipal scan. The initial draft was taken to public consultation, many conversations were had with residents about the bylaw however we received very few concerns around the changes.There were concerns over unsightly properties as well as neighbour disputes. We heard validation to the changes being implemented. Internal and external feedback were incorporated into the final draft that was submitted for a legal review
Historical Information:
Current Community Standards Bylaw 03 - 2012
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Complete Communities: Recognize the diversity of Parkland County's communities, while fostering a united and shared vision for Parkland as a whole.
Responsible Leadership: maintain the public's trust through transparent and fair decision-making, superior service delivery, and effective engagement.
Financial Impact:
Cost:$0
Source of Funding: n/a