Property Information
There are various reasons for obtaining information about a specific piece of property, but it is a common requirement in real estate transactions.
Buying or Selling a Property
When purchasing a property, it is important to find out if permits and inspections were completed on previous renovations. As a seller, verifying that all permits and inspections have been completed avoid delay on a potential sale.
Compliance Certificates
A Compliance Certificate is a report from the City confirming that all buildings and structures on a property have met the regulations under the Land use Bylaw and have appropriate Development Permits.
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Apply onlineApply in personTo apply in person, please have the following:
How long will it take to approve?Generally, you will receive a response within 7-10 business days. |
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Encroachments
An encroachment is any portion of a building, fence, driveway, retaining wall or other structure which extends over the property line.
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Encroachment Agreements |
An Encroachment Agreement is a written confirmation between the City and an owner of a property which allows a structure that extends onto City or public property to remain in place. Apply onlineApply in personTo apply in person, please have the following:
How long will it take to approve?The reviewing process may take up to six weeks, depending on the complexity of the application and workload. On approval the Encroachment Agreement will be sent to the property owner for signature. When we have the signed agreement, it will take two days to be officially executed. If rejected, the property owner must remove the encroaching structure. |
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Other property information disclosures
These types of requests are helpful when buying or selling your home.
Zoning Certificates |
Outline the land use district of a property and if the existing structures are permitted for discretionary uses. |
Permit Search |
Lists any outstanding Development Permits, Building Permits or Trades Permits. |
Property Cards |
Provide information on work done to a property. They outline the scope of work, types of permits and the result of Safety Codes inspections. No online application available. |
How to Apply |
Apply onlineApply in personIn person or by mail, indicate the type of request, the property address, your contact information, and company name if applicable. There is no application form. How long will it take to approve?Property Cards are generally processed in 1-2 business days. Zoning Certificates and Permit Searches 3-5 business days. The timeline of Environmental Compliance Certificates varies depending on issues surrounding individual properties. |
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Real Property Reports
A diagram prepared by a Certified Alberta Land Surveyor. Most real estate contracts require a seller to provide a Real Property Report reflecting the current state of the property and municipal compliance.
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How to apply |
If you need a Real Property Report or Survey Plan, contact a registered Alberta Land Surveyor. There is a charge for this service and rates vary by provider. The City does not recommend nor endorse any private surveying companies. |
Home Inspections
City inspections ensure safety and compliance with all bylaws and safety codes.
Address Change
Assigning or changing the number of a street address.
How to apply |
Please come in person to Planning & Development Services and we will assist you. We will need your name, contact information and the details of your address request change, in writing. No online application available. If the change can be accommodated within the current address ranges, the address change can occur. Once the fee is paid, the new address is circulated to City departments and you will receive written confirmation of the change. |
Payment methods |
There is a non-refundable fee associated with an address change application, payable when you make the request.
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