Development Plan / Zoning Regulations

A New Development Plan and Zoning Bylaw to help shape our future in the new millennium.

In the summer of 2000 Council concluded a zoning review process, that spanned 1 1/2 years. This process provided many opportunities for public input, into the shaping of an improved development plan for the new millennium. Discussion focused on many issues, including the quality of life our residents currently enjoy. But what about the future? How can we ensure that we maintain the qualities that define our rural lifestyle? Maybe by considering the things that contribute to our quality of life, in order to preserve and enhance it for the future.

Development Plan / Zoning Bylaw

One of the most scenic beauty spots in Saskatchewan is the Qu'Appelle Valley. The Rural Municipality of Lumsden No. 189 is comprised of the majestic Qu'Appelle River Valley, flowing fields of golden grain, and herds of cattle grazing in pasture fields. The purpose of the development plan is to provide a framework to manage development in consideration of its opportunities in agricultural, and non-agricultural development, as well as, its unique natural and heritage resource characteristics.

The plan also establishes a decision-making framework by which council can better co-ordinate various public and private development, social, economic, municipal servicing, environmental and related interests withinb the rural municipality.

The R.M. has two planning districts and within the districts exist zones and four management areas. The plan provides development goals and objectives for each district, zone and management area. This allows Council to deal more effectively and consistently with development applications pertaining to Agriculture, Country Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Tourism & Recreation, Mineral Extraction and Public Utilities.

Should you be interested in obtaining more specific information regarding the municipal Development Plan or Zoning Bylaw, you can either contact the municipal office or download a copy of the text associated with these planning documents.

A cost of $25.00 exists for the full set of documents, including planning maps.