Municipal Development Plan (MDP)

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Parkland County is updating its Municipal Development Plan (MDP) to guide county growth and economic diversification.

The Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is Parkland County’s long-term plan for growth and development. It provides direction on how land is used, where services go and how communities expand. In order to keep up with the evolving needs of our county and its residents, the MDP must be reviewed and updated.

Parkland County is leading this update with the support of O2 Planning and Design. This update will be completed from 2023 to 2024. The project will include three phases of public engagement to ensure that County residents and stakeholders' visions are reflected in the updated document.

Completing this review will help ensure that we grow efficiently and sustainably over the next 30 years. This work will be completed alongside the Parkland County Land Use Bylaw Re-Design.

How to get involved

Share your thoughts to help guide how we grow as a county over the next 30 years!

Register for Public Hearing!

The Municipal Development Project is now in the Public Hearing and Approvals Stage. This process involves three readings at Parkland County Council and one public hearing. First Reading was given at the October 22nd, 2024 Council meeting

The Public Hearing is set for: 2:00pm Tuesday, November 26th, 2024

Location: Parkland County Council Chambers, 53109A Hwy 779

Deadline to Register to Speak: 4:00pm Friday, November 22nd, 2024

Deadline for Written Submissions and Presentations: 4:00pm Friday, November 22nd, 2024

To register to speak or to submit written content and presentations, please email governanceagendas@parklandcounty.com

A Public Hearing is a formal space for Council to hear and receive feedback from members of the public. Speakers will have 10 minutes to speak in front of Council, while written submissions will be included in the Council agenda package that will be available to view the Monday prior to the Council meeting.

Council advises that the Public Hearing is the last chance to comment on the proposed Bylaw, as Council cannot receive more submissions after the Public Hearing is closed.

View the Proposed Bylaw Here!

The proposed Municipal Development Plan Bylaw (Bylaw #2024-22) is now available under the Project Documents section of the project webpage.

Learn More About the Municipal Bylaw Process

View the below helpful video to learn more about the bylaw approvals and public hearing process.


What Happens After Public Hearing?

Second Reading is scheduled to take place immediately after the Public Hearing on November 26th, 2024. The purpose of Second Reading is to allow Council to discuss the proposed Bylaw and ask questions of Administration.

If Councils approves the Bylaw for Second Reading, the Bylaw will be circulated to the Edmonton Metropolitan Region Board (EMRB) for their comment and approval through their Regional Evaluation Framework (REF). If approved by the EMRB, a Third Council Reading will be scheduled in early 2025.

To get notifications about the project, subscribe using the "Stay Informed" box (right side of the page). For any questions about the project, email BuildingParkland@parklandcounty.com

Parkland County is updating its Municipal Development Plan (MDP) to guide county growth and economic diversification.

The Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is Parkland County’s long-term plan for growth and development. It provides direction on how land is used, where services go and how communities expand. In order to keep up with the evolving needs of our county and its residents, the MDP must be reviewed and updated.

Parkland County is leading this update with the support of O2 Planning and Design. This update will be completed from 2023 to 2024. The project will include three phases of public engagement to ensure that County residents and stakeholders' visions are reflected in the updated document.

Completing this review will help ensure that we grow efficiently and sustainably over the next 30 years. This work will be completed alongside the Parkland County Land Use Bylaw Re-Design.

How to get involved

Share your thoughts to help guide how we grow as a county over the next 30 years!

Register for Public Hearing!

The Municipal Development Project is now in the Public Hearing and Approvals Stage. This process involves three readings at Parkland County Council and one public hearing. First Reading was given at the October 22nd, 2024 Council meeting

The Public Hearing is set for: 2:00pm Tuesday, November 26th, 2024

Location: Parkland County Council Chambers, 53109A Hwy 779

Deadline to Register to Speak: 4:00pm Friday, November 22nd, 2024

Deadline for Written Submissions and Presentations: 4:00pm Friday, November 22nd, 2024

To register to speak or to submit written content and presentations, please email governanceagendas@parklandcounty.com

A Public Hearing is a formal space for Council to hear and receive feedback from members of the public. Speakers will have 10 minutes to speak in front of Council, while written submissions will be included in the Council agenda package that will be available to view the Monday prior to the Council meeting.

Council advises that the Public Hearing is the last chance to comment on the proposed Bylaw, as Council cannot receive more submissions after the Public Hearing is closed.

View the Proposed Bylaw Here!

The proposed Municipal Development Plan Bylaw (Bylaw #2024-22) is now available under the Project Documents section of the project webpage.

Learn More About the Municipal Bylaw Process

View the below helpful video to learn more about the bylaw approvals and public hearing process.


What Happens After Public Hearing?

Second Reading is scheduled to take place immediately after the Public Hearing on November 26th, 2024. The purpose of Second Reading is to allow Council to discuss the proposed Bylaw and ask questions of Administration.

If Councils approves the Bylaw for Second Reading, the Bylaw will be circulated to the Edmonton Metropolitan Region Board (EMRB) for their comment and approval through their Regional Evaluation Framework (REF). If approved by the EMRB, a Third Council Reading will be scheduled in early 2025.

To get notifications about the project, subscribe using the "Stay Informed" box (right side of the page). For any questions about the project, email BuildingParkland@parklandcounty.com

  • Stage 2 Engagement Summary Now Live! Roadshow Summary Coming Soon!

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    Stage 2 Public Engagement Summary Now Live!

    The Stage 2 Public Engagement Summary has been completed, accepted for information by Parkland County Council, and is now live under the Project Documents tab of the Project Webpage.

    Missed Stage 2 Engagement? Not to worry! All Stage 2 materials are posted on the project webpage under Project Documents. You can find our Public Engagement Plan here as well.

    Roadshow Summary

    Thank you for participating in the County Roadshow! A summary outlining the key themes and findings will be made available later this month. Stayed tuned!

  • Final Roadshow Date and June 19th Chat with a Planner!

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    We are down to our final Roadshow Event! Come visit the team at the Tomahawk Agra Centre tonight to provide feedback on proposed draft policy and regulation ideas for the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw ReDesign projects.

    Remaining Roadshow Date and Detail

    The roadshow is drop-in format from 5:00-7:00 pm and will serve light refreshments.

    Be sure to check out the project webpage at yourparkland.ca/mdp for more details!

    June 19th Chat with a Planner

    Missed out on the Roadshow? No worries! Join the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw ReDesign Project teams virtually on Wednesday June 19, 2024, and Chat with a Planner. The virtual session will occur between 5-7pm.

    The session will provide the public an opportunity to speak with the project team members and ask questions regarding the Roadshow and both projects in general. If you would like to register to attend the Chat with a Planner virtual session, please email buildingparkland@parklandcounty.com. A team member will respond to your email and provide a link to the Zoom call by end of day Tuesday June 18, 2024. We look forward to chatting with you!

    Chat with a Planner Date and Details

  • Parkland County is Hitting the Road!

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    Dates and Locations:




    From June 10-14, 2024, the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw ReDesign project teams will be visiting community halls across the County to gather community input on proposed draft policy and regulation ideas.

    All roadshow events will take place from 5:00 pm to 7:00pm and will use a drop-in format. Please join anytime throughout the event.

    We look forward to your input!

  • Thank you for Participating in Stage 2 Engagement!

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    Thank you to everyone who participated in Stage 2 Engagement! Feedback for this engagement stage is now closed. This feedback will inform recommendations for updating our existing Municipal Development Plan policies.

    Couldn't make it? The information boards from the April 3rd Open House can be found under the Project Documents tab of this webpage.

    Interested in more Engagement Opportunities?   The project team will be announcing further public engagement events happening later this spring and summer. Stay tuned!

    As always, feel free to contact the project team at buildingparkland@parklandcounty.com if you have any questions or would like further information as the MDP Project proceeds!

  • Last Call to Complete the Stage 2 Public Survey!

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    There is still time to complete the Stage 2 engagement public survey! Submit your online or written responses before the survey closes on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

    Online Survey:  https://www.research.net/r/ParklandMDPStage2Survey

    Where: YourParkland.ca/mdp, OR complete a written copy of the survey at Parkland County Centre or the Entwistle Rec Centre anytime during the survey’s open period (March. 20– Apr. 14, 2024). 

    Interested in more Engagement Opportunities?  

    The project team will be announcing further public engagement events happening later this spring and summer. Stay tuned!

  • Thank You for Attending the April 3rd Open House!

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    Thank you to everyone that attended the Open House on April 3rd at Parkland County Centre. We had a great turnout and appreciated all of the feedback and discussion. This feedback will inform recommendations for updating our existing Municipal Development Plan policies.

    Couldn't make it? Please view the information boards under the Project Documents tab of this webpage.

    There is still time to complete the public survey! The online survey can be accessed through the main page of this website or through the direct link below!

    Direct Survey Link - https://www.research.net/r/ParklandMDPStage2Survey

    If paper is preferred, copies of the survey will be available at Parkland County Centre and Entwistle Hub.

    Thank you for your continued support and engagement on the Municipal Development Plan Project. Your participation is greatly appreciated! 

  • Technical Growth Study Now Available!

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    Phase 1 of the Municipal Development Plan Project: the Technical Growth Study, is now available to view under the Project Documents tab.

    The Study's preferred growth scenario is being used to inform the overall Development Concept Map and land use direction in Phase 2 of the MDP Project.

    Have questions about the Technical Growth Study? Feel free to email buildingparkland@parklandcounty.com anytime!

  • Stage 2 Engagement is Live!

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    This engagement stage is seeking community input on the draft vision, goals, development concept, and Bold Moves of the Municipal Development Plan (MDP).

    There are several ways to get involved in Stage 2, which is occurring from March to April, 2024:

    • Attend the Open House on April 3, 2024 from 5-8pm at Parkland County Centre
    • Fill out the online survey at yourparkland.ca/mdp from March 20 to April 14, 2024
    • Fill out a hardcopy survey from either Parkland County Centre or Entwistle Community Recreation Centre from March 20 to April 14, 2024

    We look forward to your input!


  • Stage 1 Public Engagement Summary Now Live!

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    The attached Stage 1 Public Engagement Summary has been completed, accepted for information by Parkland County Council, and is now live under the Project Documents tab of the Project Webpage.

    Missed Stage 1 Engagement? Not to worry! All Stage 1 materials are posted on the project webpage under Project Documents. You can find our Public Engagement Plan here as well.

    Planning for Stage 2 Engagement is currently underway and will be launched in Mid-March and run until Mid-April, 2024. Further information about Stage 2 opportunities will be shared to this webpage soon!

  • November Info Fair Snapshot and Boards Now Live!

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    CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

    Thank you to everyone who attended the November Information Fairs and participated in Stage 1 of engagement! The What We Heard Snapshot and Information Session Boards for the November Information Fairs are now live under the Project Documents tab on this page.

    Stay tuned for the complete Stage 1 engagement What We Heard in early 2024!

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