To build a structure in Cochrane, you may need an approved development permit before work can start.
Applications for permits must comply with the current Land Use Bylaw and include detailed information about the building and its connections to Cochrane services and utilities.
Development means:
- a building
- an addition to a building
- replacement or repair of a building
- construction on, over or under a building
- construction on, over or under an addition to a building
- any excavation or stockpile of material
- a change of use of land or a building
- action that results in or is likely to result in a change in the use of a land or building
- a change in the intensity of use of land or a building
- action that results in or is likely to result in change to the intensity of use of land or a building
View all Development Permit Applications
Cochrane's development permit map
What happens next?
Once we receive your application, Town staff give it a thorough review and determine if there is sufficient information to make a decision. If we need more information, we'll get in touch to let you know what's missing.
In some cases, your application is circulated to various Town departments and outside agencies for comment. We'll let you know if there are any comments so you can address them.
The Development Authority (Development Officer or the Cochrane Planning Commission-CPC) renders a decision on the application as soon as possible (within 40 days; longer if you have granted an extension). CPC meets on the third Wednesday of each month.
After reviewing the development proposal, comments and recommendations, the Development Officer or CPC may approve the application, place conditions on the approval or cite reasons for refusal.