What is an Area Structure Plan (ASP)?

An Area Structure Plan (ASP) is a high-level framework which guides future development of undeveloped lands. As a statutory document, enabled by the Government of Alberta, the ASP must describe:

• proposed sequence of development,
• general location of land use for the area,
• proposed population density of the area,
• general location of major transportation routes and public utilities, and
• any other requirements that Council may require.

ASPs are intended to ensure compatibility between the existing areas and the future developments of a particular study area. Once complete, the final ASP must be approved through a series of three readings by municipal City Council and a public hearing.

What lands are included in the Southwest Area Structure Plan (SWASP)?

The SWASP study area includes approximately 17 quarter-sections of land in the southwest portion of the City, with the westernmost lands directly abutting the County of Vermilion River. The rough boundaries of the SWASP include Highway 16 (north), 75th Ave (east), and 12th Street (south).

Project Update:

During the previous phases of the Southwest Area Structure Plan (SWASP), background research was conducted for the study area, including a comprehensive review of the Municipal Development Plan – Connection to Our Future and various municipal master plans that will guide future land use within the area.

In terms of development, the project team has identified existing oil and gas infrastructure as the largest constraint and has recommended development setbacks and suitable land uses in proximity to this infrastructure. Additionally, natural features within the area have been analyzed to determine how they could be incorporated into the open space concept and inform policy writing.

The base maps (found in the right column for desktop users) illustrate the characteristics of the land and planned infrastructure. Please note, as a result of the initial engagement phase, the project boundary was adjusted. The preliminary maps indicate the previous boundary. All maps are subject to change. The future infrastructure maps were informed by the following plans:

• Stormwater Master Plan (2024)
• Sanitary Sewer Master Plan (2024)
• Water Master Plan (2024)
• Transportation Master Plan (2025)

The above master plans were utilized to guide the general layout of infrastructure within the study area. The project team has overlayed the proposed infrastructure with the MDP's guidance on the location of various land uses to establish the draft future land use concept. Alongside these technical master plans, the Bud Miller All Seasons Park Master Plan has been considered to determine how the park will influence the future growth of the area.

In December 2025 and January 2026, the project team hosted public engagement on the initial draft. During this phase, various perspectives and suggestions were submitted, which helped inform the current draft plan. Learn more about the engagement findings via the What We Heard Report (WWHR) in the document library.

Get Involved:

The draft SWASP has now been finalized and will be presented to City Council on May 25, 2026 during the Regular Council Meeting for first reading. Additionally, Administration is requesting Council to establish a Public Hearing for June 22, 2026 at 2:00 pm. For additional information regarding the Public Hearing please connect with the Project Team, or review the presenting to council guidelines.

Learn more about local area structure plans at lloydminster.ca/ASP, or submitting a project-related question below.

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