Public Hearing Notice Proposed Bylaw No. 1993: Built Heritage Advisory Board
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TOWN OF FORT MACLEOD
IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA
PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1993
Built Heritage Advisory Board
7:00 p.m. April 28, 2025
Town of Fort Macleod Council Chambers
410 20th Street, Fort Macleod, AB
What is this notice about?
The Town of Fort Macleod is updating Bylaw No. 1993 related to the Built Heritage Advisory Board. This board is already in place and helps protect and conserve historic buildings and landmarks in the community. The bylaw update clarifies the board’s role and responsibilities.
What is changing?
Key updates to the bylaw include:
- Expanded membership eligibility – Previously, board membership was very restrictive, making it difficult to recruit members. The update allows more flexibility for appointing members-at-large.
- Refined board duties – The board will continue to review development and demolition permits affecting historic properties, with clearer guidelines.
- Stronger heritage preservation efforts – Supporting initiatives like a Heritage Management Plan, community education, and public events.
- Better alignment with provincial regulations – Ensuring compliance with heritage conservation policies.
How can I participate?
You can share your thoughts on the proposed bylaw in two ways:
- Submit a presentation – Submit to the Chief Administrative Officer by April 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.
- Attend the public hearing – Speak in person at the meeting on April 28, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
Both written and verbal presentations are accepted.
Where can I find more information?
- The full draft of the bylaw is available at the Town of Fort Macleod Municipal Office during business hours.
- You can also view it online at Draft Bylaw 1993 BHAB 20240401.
For further inquiries, contact:
Anthony Burdett
Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Fort Macleod, Box 1420, Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0
