Engineering & Development Services

Responsible for shaping the long term growth and development of the City through strategic policy and planning related to land use and infrastructure, the Engineering and Development Services Department provides several core local government functions.

Land use planning via the Official Community Plan, Zoning Bylaw, and other policies and bylaws, sets the stage for permitted uses and development which encourage a vibrant community.

Our Engineering team oversees short term capital infrastructure upgrades, as well as long term infrastructure planning to ensure sustainability and resiliency of these services.

Day to day development and construction is overseen by our integrated team of professionals to facilitate the growth our community needs in a safe and proactive manner, including building inspection services and construction compliance.

Our Bylaw Enforcement team works to inform and educate citizens about our many bylaws that are meant to foster a safe and livable community, including supporting our more vulnerable populations.

The Engineering and Development Services Department is committed to serving the community and being proactive and agile in the way those services are delivered to the benefit of all stakeholders.

Mission Statement

To use creativity and innovation to enhance quality of life opportunities in the City.

Projects&Priorities

Key Projects Completed in 2022

Downtown Revitalization Master Plan – A plan developed to create a vision and develop key recommendations to develop a more vibrant downtown for our citizens and businesses to thrive in.

Official Community Plan – The primary policy document that shapes the future of the City of Cranbrook by providing land use guidance and strategic policy direction.

Top Projects/Priorities 2023

Shadow Mountain Local Area Service Sewer Construction – A multi-million dollar project to connect the Shadow Mountain development and surrounding area to the City’s sewer collection and treatment system.

Zoning Bylaw/Housing Needs Assessment

Updates – To support the City’s demand for more and diverse housing, these two projects will be integrated to first determine the type

Top Projects/Priorities 2024-2025

Water Quality and Supply Infrastructure –Major investments in a safe and sustainable water supply will take place to address critical water storage and delivery, as well as water quality improvements.

Tourism Master Plan – A plan developed closely with stakeholders from the tourism industry that will prioritize investments and resources to deliver a great community experience for visiting tourists and citizens alike.

of housing that is needed, then to provide zoning bylaw updates that will facilitate those housing needs.

Transportation & Active Transportation Master Plans – Plans to support transportation upgrades that will be required to sustain future growth of the City, as well as prioritization of pedestrian transportation network investments.

Master Plan Implementation and Integration –Downtown Revitalization, Tourism, Transportation and other infrastructure plans will need to be implemented in a comprehensive and integrated approach to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.