Below are some of the Town of Whitecourt's most frequently requested bylaws. Questions and requests for copies of other Town Bylaws can be directed to the Peace Officer who can be reached by phone at 780-778-2273, or by email at lancegrywacheski@whitecourt.ca
If you have a bylaw complaint to make to the Town, contact the Town Administration Office during office hours. In order for Administration to record a complaint, you must be willing to give your name, address, and phone number. This information is kept confidential. Once a complaint has been made with Administration, it is passed on to the appropriate department. If your concern involves a bylaw, it is passed on to the Peace Officer.
Bylaw tickets can be paid at the Town Administration Office during regular business hours. If you have a complaint against an issued ticket, please complete a complaint form at the Town Administration Office or at the RCMP Detachment.
Animal Control Bylaw
Town of Whitecourt Bylaw specifies animal control requirements and licensing regulations.
Addressing Bylaw
Bylaw 1423 requires residents and business owners to clearly display civic addresses on all applicable structures, at a location plainly visible from the roadway to which the property is addressed.
Block Party
Invite your neighbours to a Block Party! The Town allows the closure of streets for neighbourhood block parties provided the proper procedures and guidelines are followed. The Town of Whitecourt may provide a subsidy of up to $500 per party to assist with the purchase of party supplies, which may include prizes, food, and/or miscellaneous supplies.
Building and Development Permits
Burn & Fire Permits
The Town of Whitecourt requires residents and commercial businesses to obtain permits prior to burning any clean brush and other vegetation that may have accumulated on the property and for all outdoor permanent fire pits.
Community Standards Bylaw
Bylaw 1447 outlines responsibilities and expectations for the ongoing maintenance of local properties. Ultimately, this bylaw governs how we live together; and as such we like to think of it as a "good neighbour" bylaw.
Hawkers and Pedlars Bylaw
A person or business that does not have a permanent place of business or solicits door to door to carry on any business, trade, or occupation is subject to the fees and licence requirements under the Hawkers and Pedlars Bylaw.
Home Occupation and Offices
A permit is required for all home office and home occupations.
Land Use Bylaw 1429
The Land Use Bylaw guides and regulates the uses of development of all land and buildings within Town limits. The Land Use Bylaw impacts everyone in Whitecourt at some point, and to varying degrees whether you are building a fence or deck, or starting a new business.
Municipal Development Plan
The Municipal Development Plan sets out the guidelines for orderly growth and development over the next 20 years and beyond. The document provides a comprehensive long-term land use framework within which present and future growth and development may take place. For a complete copy of the Municipal Development Plan please visit the Planning and Development Department at the Town Administration Office.
Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Bylaw
Whitecourt is one of a limited number of communities that allows for seasonal operation of off-highway vehicles in public areas throughout town. The OHV Bylaw governs the use of recreational vehicles (such as snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, etc.) within Town limits.
Police and Fire False Alarms Bylaw
The bylaw outlines user fees charged for police and fire responses to false alarms. The Bylaw stipulates that a fee of $200.00 will be charged for the second and subsequent false alarm reponses from either emergency service department.
Snow and Ice Control Policy
The Town of Whitecourt utilizes a variety of snow clearing and ice control methods to keep Whitecourt roads and walkways safe.
Town of Whitecourt Policy Manual
The Policy Manual serves as an operational guide to Council, staff, and the public, and provides guidelines for the municipality to serve the community efficiently and effectively.
Traffic Bylaw
Bylaw 1440 regulates and controls vehicle and pedestrian traffic within the Town of Whitecourt.