Rural Municipality of Vanscoy
Planning & Development
DID YOU KNOW?
When building a structure, planting trees, constructing approaches or excavating near a provincial highway, you may need a roadside development permit.
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A permit is needed for any work within 90 metres (m) (approximately 295 feet) of the property line (or right-of-way edge) of a provincial highway. This is done to:
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Keep sight lines clear and provide safe driving;
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Leave space for future highway improvements;
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Control snow drifting; and
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Maintain the integrity of the highway.
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For more information, please read here.
Permits
For all projects involving structural construction, demolition, renovation, addition, alteration, or change of use (such as home-based or farm businesses), obtaining the necessary permits is crucial.
These permits are essential to ensure full compliance with the Zoning and Building Bylaws, the Official Community Plan, and other pertinent regulations.
Discretionary Use Permit
A Discretionary Use refers to a particular use or form of development outlined in the Zoning Bylaw. Such uses may be permitted upon application to and approval by the Council.​
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To apply for a Discretionary Use permit, please complete the appropriate application below:
Please be aware that Home-Based Businesses & Short-Term Rentals require a specific application due to differing information requirements compared to other Discretionary Use applications.
Development Permit
This permit ensures adherence to the Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan for all development and land use within the municipality.
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You can find the Development Permit application here. If applicable, a Discretionary Use Application may also be required.
Building/Demolition Permit
This permit is separate from the Development Permit and is essential for new construction, alterations, and reconstruction, guaranteeing compliance with Building Bylaws. You can find the Building Permit application here.
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Specific worksheets, including those for Mobile Homes, Detached Garages, Decks, Attached Garages, and Insulation, can be found here.
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No building permits for dwellings will be issued until such time that the applicant has supplied a valid septic system permit as well as include the Energy Compliance Forms (see below) with their Building permit application. Please include your email address with your application.
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Please anticipate a processing time of 4-6 weeks for the issuance of Building and Development Permits.
To prevent any potential delays, we strongly recommend submitting all required documentation along with your application.
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If you would like to confirm the requirements for a specific development or use, please contact the RM Planning Department.
Other Important Information​
Septic/Sewage Permit: This permit is obligatory for establishing, constructing, extending, renovating, altering, or repairing a plumbing system or private sewage works. Additionally, it's needed for connecting a plumbing system to communal sewage works or communal waterworks. Please apply through the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
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Energy Compliance: Information and forms related to energy compliance can be found on the Municode website.
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Our advisory emphasizes the construction of secure, healthy, and habitable structures. You can read more about it here.
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Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation Requirements
On January 1, 2022, the Construction Codes Act and Building Code Regulations came into effect in Saskatchewan replacing the Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Act and Regulations. The Building Code Regulations has the following requirements that will come into force on July 1, 2022. Download PDF for information.
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Approach Application (if applicable)
Request for approval to construct and maintain an approach within the Municipality’s right-of-way. You can find the application form here.
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Development Appeals Board:
Jack Morris (Secretary), David Luczka and Orest Michalowski
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Rezoning​
Should you seek to alter a parcel's designated Zoning District to accommodate a proposed development or use, you will need to initiate the Rezoning Process by amending the RM's Zoning Bylaw. You can find the Rezoning Application here.
The following is an overview of the Rezoning Process:
*Please anticipate a processing time of a minimum 3 months for rezoning applications.
Subdivision​
For subdivision requests, the Province of Saskatchewan is the authority for approval. The Community Planning (CP) Branch of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Government Relations meticulously reviews all subdivision applications.
The following is an overview of the Subdivision Process:
Other Subdivision resources:
