Interactive Land Use Bylaw
Strathcona County - Interactive Land Use Bylaw
Part 15 : Direct Control Zones
15.11 DC 13 Direct Control zone
DC 13 DIRECT CONTROL ZONE
Purpose
To provide for the preservation and protection of environmentally sensitive areas and lands having significant natural environment capability for conservation, passive recreation, and education purposes.
Area of Application
This zone shall apply to the property within portions of E ½ 7-53-23-W4, SE 6-53-23-W4 and NW 8-53-23-W4 located south of Highway 16 as shown on the above map.
Uses
Table 15.11(A)
Permitted uses |
Discretionary uses |
Ecological reserves |
Accessory dwelling |
Environmental and natural conservation farming |
Public or private education services |
Natural science exhibits |
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Public ppark |
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Outdoor participant recreation |
Development Regulations
- (a) The minimum front, rear and side yard shall be 6.0 m (19.7 ft), or 15 m (49.2 ft) where a site abuts a residential zone.
Additional Environmental Regulations
- (a) The design of a development shall minimize or eliminate potential slope instability due to adjacent slopes, recognizing the necessity for erosion control.
- (b) Removal of vegetation shall be avoided or minimized.
- (c) Alteration of site topography shall be avoided or minimized.
- (d) A development shall be sensitive to the hydrological factors of the site, including water quality, ground water table, natural drainage pattern, the presence of surface water and flood susceptibility.
- (e) A development shall avoid or minimize any potential adverse impact on wildlife.
Other Regulations
- (a) In addition to the regulations above, the listed uses are subject to the applicable regulations contained within the Land Use Bylaw, unless such regulation is specifically excluded or modified by the Direct Control zone.
Development Permits
- (a) A development officer shall consider and decide upon all development permit applications within this zone.
Last updated: Thursday, January 30, 2025
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