Question: Where is the Chamber of Commerce office and who can answer some questions for me?
Answer:  To contact the Chamber of Commerce please call  403-901-3175 or email at contactus@strathmoredistrictchamber.com

Question: Just wondering if there is any bylaw preventing one from resurrecting a Flag pole in and on my own Strathmore Property
Answer: At this time, the Town of Strathmore has no Land Use bylaws concerning flag poles.   Please be advised that the homeowner should  call 1-800-242-3447 (Alberta 1st Call) to have them locate any underground utilities, before they dig t... [more]

Question: Does Strathmore have a post office?
Answer: Located on 2nd Avenue right next to the Royal Bank of Canada

Question: Where can I find a map of Strathmore?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore office provides copies of maps available for a minimum charge or visit the website to print copies at www.strathmore.ca

Question: Whose responsibility is it to mow and cut the grass in the alleys and along my property?
Answer: It is the home owners responsibility to mow grass along their property and in the alleys directly adjacent to their properties.

Question: Is there a public bus service to Calgary?
Answer: Cardinal Coach Lines has a commuter service that travels from Strathmore to Calgary, Monday to Friday with the exception of statutory holidays. For more information call 403-531-3940    

Question: What are the town office hours?
Answer: Monday to Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed weekends and holidays.  

Question: How are Mobile Homes Assessed?
Answer: If you are purchasing a Mobile Home in a Mobile Home Park you will receive an annual tax notice. This notice will be based on the assessed value of the Mobile Home only, the owner of the Mobile Home Park is responsible for the payment of the taxes on the ... [more]

Question: How do I file an assessment appeal?  
Answer: A complaint to the Assessment Review Board may be made only by an assessed person or taxpayer, and may be about any of the following matters shown on the assessment notice: Assessment Assessment class Assessment sub-class The type of... [more]

Question: How Do Renovations Or Additions Affect My Assessment?  
Answer: Your assessment is based on typical market value, so any significant changes to your home will likely increase its market value. Therefore, your assessment will increase.    

Question: How does supplementary assessment and tax work?  
Answer: When the increased value of new homes, buildings and major additions has been determined, an additional supplementary assessment and tax notice will be sent to the property owner indicating the additional taxes for the year.

Question: How does the assessor arrive at the value for my property?  
Answer: Legislation requires that real property be assessed at its market value. Assessors track sales in the same and similar neighbourhoods to estimate the market value of real property. Adjustments may be made to the assessed value for influences such as locat... [more]

Question: How is supplementary tax calculated?  
Answer: Here are some examples of how Town of Strathmore calculates supplementary tax on residential property: Example 1 A vacant lot is assessed at $50,000 as of December 31. In the following year, construction of a home starts in March and is completed and ... [more]

Question: If I do not agree with my assessment, what should I do?
Answer: If you do not agree with your property assessment contact the Town of Strathmore Assessment Department to schedule an appointment to review your assessment with them.  The Assessment Department would be pleased to explain your assessment to you and p... [more]

Question: I undestand there is a place on the town website where we can access the assessed values of other homes in Strathmore can you direct me on how I can do that??
Answer: To access this section of the website please use the Virtual Town Hall link on the right hand navigation bar on the home page of the Town of Strathmore website. Click on the link and follow it through to the Property Search where you can search properties... [more]

Question: What are the classes of Assessment?  
Answer: The four main assessment classes are:   Farmland: Land used for farming operations is assessed at a Regulated Value. The current base rate for the agricultural use value of farmland is set at $350 / Acre for Dry Arable or Pasture Land and is ... [more]

Question: What is market value of a property?  
Answer: Market value is defined "as the amount that a property might be expected to realize if it is sold on the open market by a willing seller to a willing buyer." (M.G.A. Section 1(n))  The market value date is as of July 1st, the year proceedin... [more]

Question: Does somebody selling door-to-door need a business license?
Answer: Yes, anyone doing business in the Town of Strathmore requires a business license.  Anyone wishing to verify if a door to door salesperson has a current valid business license can contact the Town Office during business hours at 403 934-3133 and speak... [more]

Question: If I want to operate a home-based business, do I need a business license?
Answer: Yes, if you want to operate a home-based business, you will require a business license. You may either have to apply for an Office in the Home permit, or Home Craft permit as well. More information on these permit can be found here. &nbs... [more]

Question: How is a Bylaw amended/revised?
Answer: A proposed amendment to a Bylaw must be done by writing a new Bylaw to put forward the amendment/revision.  This Bylaw then requires three readings before the amendment is in force.

Question: Where can I find all the list of bylaws for the Town of Strathmore and  definitions?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore Bylaws can all be located on the website. From the home page, the top navigation bar ( far right hand side), click Town Council and the drop down menu will display Bylaws, click that icon. You can always utilize the Search engi... [more]

Question: How are Bylaw Repealed/Rescinded?
Answer: A Bylaw is repealed or rescinded when a new Bylaw is struck to replace an existing one.  Council may also pass a Bylaw to rescind Bylaws that are no longer enforceable or outdated.

Question: Why are Bylaws subject to more than one reading and what is the process?
Answer: All Bylaws must have three readings prior to the Bylaw being enacted (becoming law).  All three readings can be given at the same meeting only if Council passes a motion giving unanimous consent for third and final reading.  Land Use Bylaws, S... [more]

Question: What is a consolidated Bylaw?
Answer: Council may authorize the consolidation of a Bylaw after the original Bylaw has been subject to multiple revisions/amendments.  A new Bylaw is struck "consolidating" the original Bylaw and all of the revisions/amendments into one doc... [more]

Question: When are town council meetings?
Answer: Town Council Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. The meetings are at the Town Office in the Council Chambers and begin at 7:30 p.m.

Question: How do I contact our Mayor or Councillors?
Answer: By calling the Town of Strathmore at 403-934-3133 or by email at council@strathmore.ca  

Question: What is legal non-conforming use?  Can a legal non-conforming building be enlarged or expanded under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act?  How is a legal non-conforming use status lost?
Answer: Municipal Government Act  Section 616 ( r) “non-conforming use” means a lawful specific use: (i)  being made of land or a building or intended to be made of a building lawfully under construction at the date a land use bylaw affect... [more]

Question: What is the process for a rezoning?
Answer: The applicant submits a request for rezoning, along with a $500.00 payment.  The Bylaw must receive First Reading and be referred to a Public Hearing.  The Bylaw is advertised for two consecutive weeks prior to the public hearing, and a... [more]

Question: When do I need a development permit?  
Answer: Development permits are required to regulate the use of land and buildings in accordance with the Town of Strathmore’s Land Use Bylaw and the Municipal Government Act. A development permit is required for most new construction, signs, home base... [more]

Question: Who can apply for a development permit?
Answer: A property owner or an agent authorized to work on behalf of the property owner can apply for a development permit. 

Question: Who can apply to rezone a property?
Answer: A property owner or an agent authorized to work on behalf of the owner has the right to apply for a rezoning.  Under the Rules of Natural Justice, everyone has a right to a fair hearing.

Question: I note the max height of a flag pole to be no more than 33 feet. Is there a minimum distance it can be from the neighbors property line and residence.
Answer: The Town would recommend following the development setbacks of the Land Use Bylaw for an accessory use of the particular zoning of your lot.  We would also recommend as a neighborly gesture that you talk with your neighbors to ensure that they are no... [more]

Question: How do I find my property lines?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore has a pin finder that can be signed out to locate your boundary markings.   Alternatively, if you have a current Real Property Report, you can measure from the corners of your home’s foundation to locate your boundary... [more]

Question: How do I get a copy of my Real Property Report?
Answer: You can contact the Town of Strathmore office by calling 403-934-3133 and ask for Betty Ann with the address of the property and they can check if there is a copy of the Real Property Report in the legal file.  Only the current hom... [more]

Question: What are the requirements to join the Town of Strathmore Fire Department as a Firefighter that responds to emergency calls?
Answer:    Be a minimum of Eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application. Have obtained a minimum grade 12 or equivalent. Be a resident of the Town of Strathmore or work in the area and are able to respond promptly ... [more]

Question: Where is the town fire station and do we have a full time Fire Chief?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore Fire Station is located on Lakeside Boulevard and have a full time Fire Chief Muir Furzer. He can be contacted at 403-934-3022.

Question: Where do I go to pay dog/cat licensing?
Answer: The Town office accepts full payment of dog/cat licensing during office hours.

Question: Who do I contact regarding a dog running at large?
Answer: If you see a  dog running at large within the town limits, contact the Town of Strathmore Animal Control Officer at 403-934-3133.

Question: How many dogs can I have in the town limits?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore has a Bylaw to respond to this question. Bylaw #05-15 Section 3.12 states: No person shall keep, own, harbour, suffer, permit more than two(2) dogs over the age of 6 months in any land, house, shelter, room, place building structu... [more]

Question: Where do I go to pay a parking ticket?
Answer: Municipal Bylaw Tickets can be paid directly at the Town office during office hours or mailed in.

Question: Can I park my motor home on the street in front of my home for a week?
Answer: Under Bylaw 06-18 Section 1304, No person is allowed to have an unattached trailer parked on any street within the Town limits.The Trailer must be attached to a Motor Vehicle at all times.The fine for having an unattached trailer on a street is $50.00 for... [more]

Question: Are the playgrounds checked on a regular basis for garbage and equipment checks?
Answer: The playgrounds within the Town of Strathmore are cared for by the Parks Department. The Parks crew empty garbages, clean parks, mow lawns, check play ground equipment periodically and inspect our trees.

Question: Can we fish in Kinsmen Park?
Answer: As per Fish and Wildlife regulations, as of August 5, 2009 No person can sport fish in Kinsmen Pond (Strathmore Children’s Pond) unless they are under the age of 16 ... [more]

Question: Do you have any designated off leash dog parks in Strathmore? If not, is there any place in or around Strathmore that I could let my dog run off leash.
Answer: During the 2009 Budget Meetings, Council has accepted the proposal, of an official  "Off Leash Dog Park" area in town to be established in 2010. For the 2009 winter season, the Ag Society has graciously provided a space ... [more]

Question: Is it possible to book a park for a private/corporate function?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore's parks are all public spaces, therefore they are for the full use of public at all times.

Question: When do fountains get installed in ponds and Kinsmen Lake?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore has numerous fountains in public parks, which are generally operational in May

Question: When does the parks staff start their season?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore Parks Department runs through May to October.

Question: When does the grass get mowed in my area?
Answer: The Town of Strathmore Parks Department have a mowing schedule for Town owned parks and green spaces. This rotation is suited to our drier summer climate and allows for the grass to conserve as much moisture as possible without over mowing.