The Town of Carstairs is dedicated to ensuring that growth within the community conforms to the Carstairs Land Use Bylaw. Any development projects require prior application and approval.

Development permits are available through the Town Office. Building Permits are required prior to construction. Please remember a development permit is required for projects such as decks, basement development, additions and many home and property renovations. The Town of Carstairs does not issue gas, plumbing and electrical permits. These permits can be obtained through IJD Inspections.

Contact the Town office at 403.337.3341 for permits before you are ready to start your project. To see application forms for deck construction or building permit applications, please visit our Documents and Forms page.

About Development Notices

Development notices will be published in the local newspaper and on the Town website once submitted to the Planning and Development Department. Any person who feels they may be affected by the issuance of these development permits may appeal in writing to the Planning and Development Director within the appeal time period stated in the advertisement. More information may be obtained at the Town Office.

Frequently Asked Questions

Current Development Notices

The following Development Permits have been issued for the proposed developments:

Public Hearings

Town Council will call Public Hearings to address certain issues of importance to residents, including, but not limited to, amendments to the Land Use Bylaw. Check this page or the Community Events Calendar for notice of the next Public Hearing. Call Town Office at 403.337.3341 to confirm dates and times.