Crime abatement is more than just numbers; it’s also knowing where crime is happening. The County is committed to neighbourhood development, including innovative, responsive community policing. This is why the RCMP crime map has been developed. Seeing the whole picture is the first step in doing something about it.
Become Familiar with the Basics
Every new home built in Alberta is protected under warranty, thanks to Alberta's New Home Buyer Protection Act. New homes (single detached family homes/duplexes/multi-family homes/condominiums/manufactured homes/recreational properties) include, at a minimum, a warranty for:
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One year labour and materials
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Two years for defects in labour and materials related to delivery and distribution systems
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Five years building envelop protection, with a requirement for the warranty provider to offer the consumer the option to purchase additional years of coverage, and,
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Ten year coverage for major structural components
Building Code Documents
If you begin any work before obtaining a Safety Codes Permit, fees will be tripled.
Home Warranties in Alberta
Learn more about Alberta's better warranty standards and get to know your role at homewarranty.alberta.ca, or visit the Government of Alberta's Home Warranty section to review more information.
The Act applies only to new homes constructed under a building permit applied for on or after February 1, 2014 in-force date of the Act.
Permit Handbook for Building, Electrical, Gas, Plumbing or Private Sewage
Permit Handbook | 687.54 KB | |
Frequently Asked Questions | 53.64 KB | |
Electrical Information | 121.28 KB | |
Non-Residential Building Information | 197.56 KB | |
Permit Application Requirements | 45.07 KB | |
Residential Plumbing Information | 79.85 KB | |
Private Sewage System Information | 206.54 KB | |
Residential Building Information | 152.61 KB |
Inspection Permits
When to Call for Inspection | 185.13 KB |
Alberta New Home Warranty Program
Basics of the Alberta New Home Warranty Program | 33.61 KB | |
Home Warranty Brochure for Builders | 169.47 KB | |
Home Warranty Brochure for Owner-builders | 271.04 KB |
Safety-related Tips and Resources
Building a Detached Residential Garage | 281.85 KB | |
Building a Wood Deck | 119.39 KB | |
Carbon Monoxide Safety | 45.9 KB | |
Do I Need a Building Permit? | 164.43 KB | |
Finishing Your Basement | 220.73 KB | |
Installing a Fireplace | 175.79 KB | |
Private Sewage Treatment Systems | 129.24 KB | |
Private Sewage Treatment Systems Separation Distances | 149.83 KB | |
Private Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs and Spas | 222.89 KB | |
Residential Gas Information | 162.13 KB | |
Safety Code Permits – Why the Need? | 25.9 KB | |
Secondary Suite Standards | 162.1 KB | |
Solid Fuel Burning Appliances | 236.27 KB | |
Structures Near Power Lines | 59.5 KB |
General Building Code Resources
Alberta Building Code Illustrated Guide | 1.75 MB | |
Alberta One Call Homeowner's Guide | 319.42 KB | |
Checklist for Finding a Good Building Contractor | 21.87 KB | |
Energy Efficiency Checklist | 142.41 KB | |
Energy Efficiency Guide | 3.59 MB | |
Reducing Basement Flooding Guide | 1.81 MB |