Lethbridge County is seeking public input to update its residential land use strategy.
The strategy is a key document that will shape how and where residential growth occurs in coming years.
Today more than 10,900 residents call Lethbridge County home, living in farmsteads, rural acreages, country residential areas and hamlets.
“To ensure residential growth is managed responsibly, the residential land use strategy will be a fundamental document that shapes what residential development looks like in the future,” said Kaylyn Franklin, manager of planning and development.
“Residents, businesses and other key stakeholders will be at the centre of the process. Your insights and experiences matter, and we hope you’ll take a few minutes to share your ideas with us,” Franklin added.
As part of the update, the county is asking residents to weigh in on what should be prioritised when planning future residential growth, whether there are current restrictions on residential development they would like to see changed, and what types of development should be supported, such as additional acreages, denser hamlet growth or country residential communities. Residents are also being asked what kinds of recreational amenities they would like to see in hamlets and subdivisions.
The public survey is open until March 31 and is available online at lethcounty.ca/p/planning-and-development.
In addition to gathering public feedback, the county will consult with developers, housing providers and other industry members to ensure the strategy reflects both community values and market realities.
The updated residential land use strategy will take into account community and stakeholder input, infrastructure capacity, agricultural protection and smart, efficient and sustainable development goals.
A draft of the strategy is scheduled to be presented to council in September, with the final document anticipated to be available for public viewing by year-end.
