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1. How do I know what my rural address is?

• If you have a blue sign - your rural address is your blue sign. 
• If you live in a Hamlet - your address is an urban (civic) address such as 401 6 St E and you are responsible for to purchase & install your signage.
• If you do not have a blue sign you can find your rural address on your tax notice under Municipal Address or you can find it by visiting webmap. ADD WEBMAP Directions.

2. What if I don't want a rural address sign?

As per the County's Rural Addressing Bylaw, all residential and commercial properties require a rural address sign. Rural address signs are an effective tool to help reduce response times in emergency situations by helping Emergency Services pinpoint the access to the property off a range road or township road in the County of Wetaskiwin. 

3. Why does my address not show up on Google Maps?

The County’s addressing system is part of our Geographic Information System (GIS) and 911 Emergency Response System. While we ensure accurate data for emergency services, we cannot control how other platforms such as Google, Apple, Open Street Maps use or update their data.

Here are some solutions:

1. Submit a Request to Google Maps: Request a map edit directly through Google to update your address.
2. Use the County’s Interactive Map: Access the Webmap (County of Wetaskiwin) as a guest for accurate address information: Webmap Guide.
3. Provide Clear Directions: Add detailed driving directions for delivery drivers (e.g., “Turn south off Hwy 13 onto Rge Rd 281, third driveway on the east side”).
4. Use GPS Coordinates: Include your approach coordinates (e.g., latitude: 52.977087, longitude: -114.606137).
5. Use Canada Post Pickup: Have parcels delivered to your nearest post office.
6. Alternative Delivery Locations: Deliver to work, family, or friends if possible.

4. Is the rural address the same as a mailing address?

No, they are two different addresses. Your current Canada Post mailing address does not change once your municipal address is assigned.

5. What are the benefits of using Rural Addresses over a legal land location?

A legal land location can tell you that a property is located somewhere on a specific quarter section, but a Rural Address will pinpoint the access to the property off of a road allowance, which signs are posted adjacent to the property line to identify the location.

6. Why is my Municipal Address lot number different than the lot number I received when I purchased my property?

Fact Check!!!! 

if you live in a hamlet you will be getting a new address because currently there is no addressing system in place.

Addresses are based on the street the building is facing towards, and the block and lot interval on where it is located. Hamlet blocks are divided into 15 m lot intervals. Lot intervals increase by increments of four starting at “1”, with even numbers along the North and West sides of a street, and Odd numbers along the South and East. Both block and lot interval numbers increase from South to North and East to West.

It is possible when you purchased your property you were given a lot number that was used by a developer to identify a parcel, which is not tied to the the County's Geographic Information System (GIS) and 911 Emergency Response System.

7. Why has my municipal address lot number changed?

If you live in a Hamlet

As the County strives to ensure your address will not be changed, there are occasions where further subdivision(s) developments and or/ expansions may happen that possibly could result in changing your municipal address lot number. 

8. How is my rural address assigned?

The address is assigned based on the location of your driveway along a county road or highway. Each road is divided into 40 metre intervals which have numbers assigned to each interval. This number, in conjunction with existing road number is used to create each rural address.

9. Who's responsibility is it to maintain my blue sign?

Rural address signs are the responsibility of the ratepayer. To ensure your sign remains visible, please maintain the surrounding grass, shrubbery, and trees. 

Keeping your sign visible helps ensure quick access for emergency services.

If your sign is faded, it’s your responsibility to report it, and the County will gladly order and install a replacement.  Please contact Public Works at 780-361-6241 or complete the Report A Concern form via the County website.

10. I don't have a rural address sign, how do I get one?

Fill out a rural address sign application (hyperlink) and submit it to the Planning and Development Department. 

Where a rural address has not previously been assigned or where an approach application is approved for a new approach or multi-lot subdivision, the address will be determined and assigned when a development permit is issued or when a subdivision is approved.

11. My blue sign is damaged/missing, how do I get a new sign?

The rural address signs are maintained by the County. 

Please contact the Planning and Development Department Public Works to report any damaged/missing or to request a new signs at 780-361-6241 or can complete the Report A Concern form via the County website.

12. How much does it cost to get a blue sign?

Please refer to the Fees & Charges Bylaw.

I think we should take out the below information:

If the County installs the sign:

New sign request: $150.00	Multiple Address Suffix: $50.00
Replacement sign request with new post: $150.00	Replacement sign request using existing post: $100.00

If the Resident install the sign:

New sign request: $75.00	Multiple Address Suffix: $25.00
Replacement sign request with new post: $75.00	Replacement sign request using existing post: $50.00

13. Where should your rural address sign be located?

• Signs will be installed on the right hand side of the driveway by the County (where possible, or as indicated by Utility Safety Partners).
• Must be in an obvious place next to the driveway at the property line.
• Should be clearly visible from public road (from either direction) and not obstructed by trees, buildings, etc.

14. My blue sign is faded, how do I get a replacement sign?

The rural address signs are maintained by the County. Please contact the Public Works Department to report any faded sign replacements needed.

15. How long does it take for me to receive my blue sign (new or replacement)?

Typically, it can take up to 90 days for the sign to arrive once it has been ordered, schedules permitting.