Recreational Units (RVs)
Recreational Unit for Personal Use and Storage
Each zoning district has specific rules about how many recreational units you can have on your property. Drop down your zoning to find out how many units are allowed for personal use and/or storage:
- 3 units on parcels less than 40 acres.
- 4 units on parcels greater than 40 acres.
- 2 units, only if there is a dwelling (house) on the property.
- 2 units allowed.
- If there is no dwelling (house) on the property, a development permit is required.
- 2 units, only if there is a dwelling (house) on the property.
- 2 units allowed.
A Recreational Unit is defined as a mobile unit meant for use as temporary accommodation and includes, but is not limited to
- Holiday Trailers
- Tents and Tent Trailers
- Fifth-Wheel Trailers
- Truck Campers
- Motor Homes
- Park Model Trailers
- Yurts
- Geodomes
- Recreational units that do not meet Part 9 of the Alberta Building Code.
Note: Recreational Units used for temporary accommodation (personal use or storage) shall not be occupied year-round unless the parcel is served by municipal or communal water or wastewater services. They must also meet the same setback requirements as a dwelling (house) in your zoning district and comply with the allowed density for the district.
For more details on regulations regarding Recreational Units, please refer to the Recreational section of the Land Use Bylaw.
- How many Recreational Units (RVs) am I allowed on my property?
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Visit the Recreational Unit (RVs) page to find out how many recreational units are allowed on your property based on its zoning district.
- How do I know what my property is districted as?
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To find out what district your property is in, follow these steps:
- Go to the Interactive County Map on the County website.
- Use the search function to locate your specific property on the map.
- Once you find your property, click on it.
- Look for the Zoning Code information associated with your property.
The Zoning Code will indicate the specific district your property falls under. This information can provide details about the permitted uses, regulations, and other zoning-related guidelines for your property.
- How many temporary Recreational Units (RVs) can I have on my property if I’m hosting a function?
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The maximum number of Recreational Units is five (5) units per acre, not exceeding thirty (30) units per parcel.
If you are planning a family function, reunion, wedding, or another similar gathering where Recreational Units (RVs) will be used temporarily, you will need to complete a Recreational Units During Functions Application.
Applications can be emailed to Planning and Development for review and consideration. Satisfactory applications will be granted approval in writing and relevant County Departments, including the County’s Protective Services Department will be notified.
- Can I have Recreational Units (RVs) on my property for family and friends for a function?
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Yes, you may have Recreational Units (RVs) on your property for family and friends during a function. To do so, you will need to obtain approval by submitting a Recreational Units During Functions Application.
To know what your property is distracted as, click on County Interactive Map to search your property.
- How do I apply for temporary Recreational Units (RVs) use for my function?
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- Complete a Recreational Vehicles During Family Functions Application.
- Email the completed application to the Planning and Development Department for review and consideration.
- The Planning and Development Department will review the applications, and satisfactory applications will be granted approval in writing.
- Relevant County Departments, including the County’s Protective Services Department, will be notified of the approved applications.
Make sure to provide accurate and complete information in your application to facilitate the review process. If you have any questions or need assistance, you may contact the Planning and Development Department for guidance.
- How long can temporary Recreational Units (RVs) be allowed on my property for my function?
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The use or function shall be temporary, up to a maximum of ninety-six (96) hours or four (4) days, provided you obtain approval from the County.
Recreational Vehicles During Family Functions Application.
Applications can be emailed to Planning and Development for review and consideration. Satisfactory applications will be granted approval in writing and relevant County Departments, including the County’s Protective Services Department will be notified.