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Municipal Planning Commission

The Town of Didsbury is currently accepting applications for appointment to the Municipal Planning Commission 
(deadline to apply is extended to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2026)

 What is MPC? 

MPC consists of seven members: five members at large and two Council representatives.

The Commission is the subdivision and development authority for the Town of Didsbury—this means that they review and make decisions on subdivision and development applications in accordance with the Municipal Government Act, and the municipality’s bylaws and policies.

 Who should serve on MPC? 

Anyone who lives in the Town of Didsbury is eligible to serve on the Commission. No prior knowledge is required but interest or experience in development and subdivision would be considered an asset.

 How do I serve on the MPC? 

You complete and submit the application form (below). The deadline for submissions is October 28, 2026.

Following a review of all applications, Council will be presented with information to make an informed appointment to the Commission.

 What is the time commitment like? 

MPC meets regularly ever second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Meetings usually run from 15 minutes to one hour. 

MPC Application Form (PDF)


The Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) is a Council-appointed Board with its members consisting of two Councillors and five members of the public. The Town of Didsbury's Development Officer also attends the meetings.

This commission meets twice monthly to consider development applications in regards to the Land Use Bylaw.

See the Land Use Bylaw HERE


Meetings are currently scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month; however, meetings will only take place as necessary. Applications presented at the meetings are then either approved (with or without conditions) or they are refused by MPC. 

Authority to make decisions is granted by the Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw and the Land Use Bylaw.


The next Municipal Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for

October 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in Council Chambers
See Agenda Package HERE

Council Chambers are located at 1606 14 Street, Didsbury

Please note that MPC meetings are Public Meetings and not  Public Hearings. The public is welcome to attend a meeting to observe; however, only MPC Members are able to ask any questions during a Public Meeting. 

The Public is invited to submit comments and concerns during the circulation period.  Any letters of concern received are then included in the Agenda package for MPC’s review and consideration.  

 

Click on the file folders below to view the Agendas and Minutes for the Municipal Planning Commission. 


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