Don Kochan – Division 2

RVC Division 2 news items for your information:

Community Event Centre and SPFAS Rec. Facilities – At its Meeting on July 22, Rocky View County (RVC) passed motions pertaining to the Building of SPFAS Multi Sports and Turf Training Field facility and the Springbank Community Hall Event Centre. Council approved that Rocky View County is to wholly fund, construct and own the facilities consisting of: Phase 1 of South Springbank Community Facilities Business Case (Community Hall Event Centre with a preliminary cost estimate of $14 million); and Phase 2 of the South Springbank Community Facilities Business Case utilizing the Springbank Park For All Seasons Facility Expansion Business Case (indoor running track, courts and turf fields with a preliminary cost estimate of $11.5 million). Council approved that Administration is to complete the design for the South Springbank Community Facilities at a cost not to exceed $1 million funded from the Springbank Recreation Reserve. The design, cost estimates, funding strategy, and operating models are to be presented to Council for final decision by Q1 2026.

Vacation rentals – On July 8, 2025, Rocky View County Council has approved Bylaw C-8640-2025, establishing a comprehensive new framework for vacation rentals within the County. The bylaw introduces clear, enforceable standards aimed at balancing tourism and economic opportunities with the need to preserve the quality and character of County neighbourhoods. The proposed regulations were shared with the public for review and feedback between September and October 2024. Input from the public, vacation rental operators and Homeowner Associations emphasized the importance of maintaining high community standards through responsible operation and management.

Bylaw Highlights:

Vacation rentals must be located on the operator’s primary residence, verified through land title, ID, and utility records.
Maximum occupancy is limited to two adults per designated sleeping area (excluding children), with safety standards for window egress.
On-site parking is required (one stall per bedroom or sleeping area) with no use of on- street parking permitted.
Vacation rentals must comply with any existing Homeowner Association or Condominium Board bylaws.
Operators must submit noise and site management plans, including outdoor use restrictions and complaint response protocols.
All vacation rentals will operate under temporary development permits, with renewals contingent on compliance history.

Bylaw C-8640-2025 takes place as of July 8, 2025. Prospective vacation rental operators expected to comply with the new standards. Renewal applications for existing vacation rental operators will be reviewed in relation to the new requirements. More information, including application forms and guidance materials, will be made available on the County’s website.

Aggregate Master Plan–On July 15, 2025, Rocky View County Council has approved a new framework to guide and regulate the extraction of aggregate resources, following public engagement and review by a stakeholder advisory committee.

This framework aims to balance community and industry needs by introducing consistent standards for aggregate operations across the County. Key elements include buffer zones around residential areas, mandatory site-specific planning, and performance standards. A new bylaw also establishes regular monitoring of active sites to ensure compliance. Related documents, including background reports and policy details, are available at: rockyview.ca/aggregate.

Quick Facts:

New requirements introduce buffer zones between aggregate operations and residential areas (1.6km) within Area Structure Plans and provincial parks (800 m).
New or expanding sites will now be required to submit a Master Site Development Plan and comply with updated zoning regulations before development permits can be issued.
The County may conduct scheduled inspections, up to four per year, at active aggregate sites to ensure compliance with development permit conditions.
Operators must meet clear performance standards covering dust, noise, stormwater, water use, lighting, and traffic.
Operators must also demonstrate thorough public engagement has been undertaken as part of their application process, ensuring residents have an opportunity to provide input.

Harmony Developments – At the July 16 Public Presentation Committee meeting, Harmony Developments Inc. provided a comprehensive update on the overall progress of the community, including key milestones that have been achieved . Please refer to the link at theQR code to view

2025 Municipal Election: October 20th is the next municipal election. Considering there are still some major business decisions facing the County I have decided to put my name forward in the hopes of representing Division 2 once again. I will provide more information in future monthly newsletters. If you know of others that wish to receive the newsletter, please send me a note at the email address listed below.

Don Kochan – Deputy Reeve
Division 2 Councillor
kochandiv2@gmail.com

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