FAQs

A land use bylaw contains the rules and regulations that govern what can be built, and how parcels of land can be used in the City of Lloydminster. It includes zoning regulations for residential, industrial, and commercial areas of the city along with rules and regulations for constructing new buildings or additions to existing building; as well as regulations for building fences, decks, garages, secondary suites, and even how far you can build from your property line or how to get city approval for a home-based business, and more. The land use bylaw helps guide the look, feel and shape of the city while supporting growth and economic development from each neighbourhood to each city block, to each home and business in Lloydminster. 

Land Use Districts are legal terms required under the Municipal Government Act that regulates the planning framework in Lloydminster. Land use districts detail what can and cannot be built in what areas of the City. These districts include residential districts, commercial districts, and industrial districts for example, the purpose of these districts is to ensure that incompatible uses are not built in the same vicinity. 

Every municipality is required to have a Land Use Bylaw. Lloydminster's Land Use Bylaw helps create orderly and sustainable development within a community. They ensure that land is used in a way that aligns with community goals, such as preserving green spaces, managing density, and maintaining neighborhood character. 

As Lloydminster evolves it is important that the city's regulatory environment evolves and adapts with it. Over time, legislation and regulations become outdated and decisions that may have aligned with goals of the past no longer align with the present vision of the city. Renewing the bylaw allows us to adapt to these changes, address new challenges, and maintain a well-regulated and sustainable community. 

The rules and regulations of the land use bylaw impact every home and business in Lloydminster. The Land Use Bylaw affects your property by specifying the zoning designation, which determines how your land can be used. It regulates factors such as property size, building height, setbacks, and the types of structures allowed on your land. 

The LUB will not affect property owners until changes to the property or businesses that require permits are initiated. Once the LUB is approved by council, all ongoing and future developments must be in accordance with the regulation. 

If no changes to the property are initiated, and the property is being used legally, the property will not be affected by the regulation changes. 

Absolutely! Public input is crucial in the update process. We encourage local and regional residents to participate in public meetings, surveys and consultations to provide valuable feedback and help shape the future of our community.

• To stay informed about changes or updates to the Land Use Bylaw, subscribe to our newsletter or visit our website regularly. We also hold public meetings and consultations to gather feedback and keep the community informed about proposed changes. 

• If you have any additional questions or need further assistance with our Land Use Bylaw, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you navigate the regulations and ensure responsible and sustainable development in our community. 

Belonging: Lloydminster will promote equity and inclusion for everyone and provide ample opportunities to contribute towards city-building and community well-being. Everyone will feel a strong sense of belonging in our city. 

Culture: Lloydminster will provide a wide range of opportunities for arts, recreation, and culture. It will also celebrate the diverse cultures of its citizens.

Ecology: Lloydminster will achieve resilience, promote environmental accountability, and strive to preserve and enhance its natural systems.

Innovation: Lloydminster will promote educational excellence, economic diversification, creativity, and strive to achieve prosperity for everyone.

Community Health: Lloydminster will strive to enhance personal and community well-being, improve accessibility and promote healthy lifestyles for all ages and abilities.

Initiative: Lloydminster will promote coordination, cooperation, and collaboration between various stakeholders; provide transparent governance; and establish a business-friendly environment by getting things done in a timely manner.

For more information on the Connection to our Future document. 

Absolutely! Public input is crucial in the renewal process. We encourage community members to participate in public meetings, surveys, and consultations to provide valuable feedback and help shape the future of our community. 

Receiving feedback is a vital part of making a successful LUB for Lloydminster. The project team is committed to hearing and considering all feedback from any member of the public, whether that be received via public engagement sessions and survey responses or other approved methods of communication including public council sessions, email inquiries, and questions asked through the Your Voice Lloyd website. While the team will review and consider all feedback and input received on the project, it is their job to decide which feedback is most applicable and necessary to be included in the Land Use Bylaw. Even if the suggestions you made are not implicitly seen in the new LUB your feedback has been carefully considered and reviewed by the project team and has informed the update process.