RFP - Off-Site Levy Bylaw Review - Off-Site Levy Bylaw Review

The Town of Whitecourt, Alberta is a growing, dynamic community of 9,927 residents, with a surrounding population of approximately 4,830 people. Whitecourt is the largest urban centre between Edmonton and Grande Prairie Alberta. The Town is currently in the process of updating its Off-Site Levy Bylaw to meet legislative obligations, and to ensure that there are sufficient funds to sustain the future growth of the community.

The current Off-Site Levy Bylaw No. 1532 was passed in 2017. This bylaw gives the municipality authorization to collect off-site levies (OSL) on new developments at the development permit or subdivision stage to help pay for the capital costs of water, sewer, and transportation infrastructure projects required for growth. The Town of Whitecourt is requesting a review of the projects and project costs, as well as the bylaw itself. This review will ensure that the off-site levy methodology meets current legislation and best practices, and that new developments contribute equitably towards growth. It should reflect current values to charge new developments as they come on-stream while giving consideration to sustain and encourage growth in the community