A letter of compliance, or letter of non-compliance, is a letter identifying if all buildings and structures on a property meet the required minimum setbacks from the Land Use Bylaw and have all required development permits. The review is based on a Real Property Report (RPR) submitted to Cochrane. The municipality also checks for any encroachments into rights-of-way or municipal property.
This service is provided to residents to facilitate real estate and other property transactions. For a detailed breakdown of application fees, please consult the Planning Fee Schedule.
What is reviewed as part of the compliance process?
Compliance review includes:
- review of the regulations in Cochrane's Land Use Bylaw for various types of improvements on the land (i.e. house, deck, garage etc.), including setbacks
- review of encroachments into easements, rights-of-way and municipal properties (i.e. roads, lanes and parks, etc.)
- ensuring applicable development permits were issued for structures on-site (eg. house, garage)
- review of parking requirements, including required stall dimensions and number of stalls required for the intended residential use(s)
The review does not include:
- review of fences, walls or any other encroachments between private property owners
- completion of building permit requirements under the Alberta Building Code
How do I apply for a Letter of Compliance?
To apply for a Letter of Compliance via email, submit your completed application form accompanied by the original, unsecured electronic copy of the Real Property Report (RPR) that is current within one (1) year of the application date to planning@cochrane.ca. Surveys older than 365 days will not be accepted. Please provide the original PDF (scans and photocopies will not be accepted).
You can also apply by filling out an online application form.