Definitions

Development Districts

The R.M. map (link to infor request form) and zoning maps show the boundaries of two established development districts within the municipality; the Rural Development District and the Qu'Appelle Development District, which are referred to as "zones". Each District has its own set of development goals and objectives.

Development Zones

The following development zoning districts shall be established and known as "zones":

Management Areas

The municipality has identified four management areas, where unique and special development management priorities and constraints may exist:

(a) Flood Plain - which indicate areas of potential flooding,
(b) Unstable Slopes - which indicate areas of potential slope instability,
(c) Heritage Resource - which indicate areas of potential heritage resources,
(d) Critical Wildlife Habitat - which indicate areas of potential important wildlife habitat.

Permitted and Discretionary Use Standards

In the Zoning Bylaw each zone classifies development into two types, permitted and discretionary uses. These development types meet the objectives of the development plan as it relates to a specific zone.

Canada Land Inventory Ratings

Within the Rural Development District, the following lands shall be given a high priority for farming and agricultural production:

(i) lands with a Canada Land Inventory (CLI) rating of Class 2 and 3, and
(ii) lands which are used for agricultural production, or have been used for agricultural production and have not been converted to another use.

Environmental Policy

Proposals shall be reviewed to determine conformity with the standards stated below, including any provincial environmental impact assessment reviews and heritage property requirements provided to the municipality:

• Flood Protection Standards,
• Setbacks from Water Courses and Shorelines,
• Groundwater and potable water standards,
• Waste Disposal standards,
• Air Quality standards,
• Critical Wildlife Habitat Management,

Public Utilities and Services

Public utilities are permitted in all zones, subject to submission of a development permit application and a review process that considers the following criteria:

• Minimum Site, Frontage and Yard Standards,
• Resource Management (e.g., heritage, mineral and critical wildlife habitats) and minimum impact on existing C.L.I. Class 2 and 3 land,
• Any stated provincial requirements,
• Linear public utilities (e.g., waterlines, power lines, etc.) may occur on any site with a principal other use,
• Any other zoning, development plan and R.M. Bylaw requirements,

Development Standards

Development standards establish criteria for site size, site frontage, site access, one principal development/building per site, accessory uses, non-conforming sites/buildings, and reconstruction of a building.

Sight Triangle

Prohibits in certain zones buildings, structures, earth piles, vegetation, etc. from obstructing the vision of drivers within a sight triangle.

Separation Distances

Sets out minimum separation distances between various land uses, such as livestock operations and country residential, to ensure compatibility of area development and conformity to intended plan objectives.

Mobile Homes

Mobile homes are only allowed on farms, pursuant to the agricultural zone requirements regarding accessory farm residential buildings. All mobile homes must be placed on a fixed solid foundation (e.g., cement pad). A maximum of two mobile homes may be permitted pursuant to these regulations.

Residential Home Based Business

Home based business shall be a permitted accessory use in all residential zones, where a permitted dwelling unit or residential building exists; subject to specific development standards.

Farm Home Based Business

Home based business shall be a permitted accessory use in all agricultural zones, where a permitted dwelling unit or accessory farm building exists; subject to specific development standards.

Garden Suite

Garden suites may be permitted by Council, subject to specific development standards. The purpose of a garden suite is to provide a temporary detached dwelling unit for the accommodation of a physically dependent relative (s) of resident (s) of the principal dwelling on site. It is intended that the temporary unit would be a modular home or easily removable, but does not include a mobile home.

Agricultural Tourism Uses

Agricultural tourism shall be ancillary to a agricultural operation or country residence. Agricultural tourism uses shall display a high visual quality and be integrated into the rural environment through design, location and landscaping.

Bed and Breakfast Establishment

Development standards regarding compatibility, license, number of rooms, parking, and signs exist for Bed and Breakfast Establishments in the municipality.

Farm Animals on Residential Sites

A limited number of farm animals may be permitted in the Agriculture and R1 zones. Farm animals are prohibited in the R2 and R3 zones, unless otherwise agreed in a contract zoning agreement. The Zoning Bylaw contains standards in regards to separation distances, disposal of manure, nuisances, pollution, profit and kennels.

Intensive Livestock Operations (ILO's)

ILO's shall comply with the development policies outlined in part V 3(8) of the Development Plan.

Heritage Resource

All non-farm development and subdivision proposals, especially in designated Heritage Resource Management Areas, shall conform to the Zoning Bylaw requirements.

Mineral Extraction

All mineral extraction development (e.g., sand, clay, rock and gravel resources) and subdivision shall meet the requirements of the Zoning Bylaw.

Sign Development Standards

Standards exist to approve signs erected for elections, auctions sales, industrial construction, seasonal agricultural, farm home occupations, owner name/ address, public utility, no trespassing, agriculture research, and wildlife. Public and private signing corridors shall meet the requirements stated in the Zoning Bylaw. Saskatchewan Highways and Transportation has sign jurisdiction within, generally, 402 metres (one quarter mile) of provincial highways.

Parking Standards

When any new development occurs or when any existing development is enlarged, or use changed, provisions shall be made for off-street vehicular parking spaces, either on site or by an alternate arrangement with Council.

Loading Standards

When any new commercial or industrial development occurs, off-street vehicular loading/unloading spaces shall be provided either on site or by an alternate arrangement with Council.

Holding Zone Provisions

The purpose of the holding provision shall be to enable Council to manage development and subdivision proposals in phases, avoiding premature development and servicing to occur.

Contract Zoning

Contract Zoning allows Council to enter into contract zoning agreements, at its discretion, which shall form part of the municipal Zoning Bylaw.

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