Real Estate & Land Development
Need space for your growing business? We've got it! Land availability is one of our key advantages.
View our What's New Map to learn about new and upcoming developments in Airdrie.Business Parks
Airdrie is home to three new, fully-serviced light industrial business parks—all with QEII highway exposure—that complement our existing East Lake Industrial Park. In addition, we have about 600 acres slated for future industrial use. Several new commercial areas are under development, including opportunities in Sierra Springs, a large regional commercial area in south Airdrie.
Downtown Opportunities
Airdrie's downtown is poised for growth. A recent expansion to the downtown's main shopping centre, a brand new financial institution nearing completion, and proposed office developments prove downtown Airdrie is the place to be.
Real Estate
The real estate market is thriving in Airdrie. With a growing population and large regional trading area, Airdrie is home to a dynamic and growing retail and professional services sector, ranging from large box stores to small independent boutiques.
To search Businesses and Properties for Sale, click the Property Search icon on the left of the screen.
Lease Rates
For information on commercial and industrial lease rates in Airdrie, contact a local realtor (listed below) or Airdrie Economic Development.
Business & Properties for Sale
To search local business opportunities visit the Property Search Tool, which is powered by Albertafirst.com, or contact a local realtor.
Real Estate Agencies
The City of Airdrie currently does not have any commercial or industrial property for sale. For information on sites, contact one of our commercial real estate firms or the Canadian Commercial Real Estate Listing Agency.
| Airdrie-based Commercial Real Estate Firms |
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ALBERTA INDEPENDENT REALTY |
| CENTURY21 CASTLEWOOD AGENCIES (1997) LTD BAY C 108 EDMONTON TR NE (403) 948-2121 www.airdrierealty.com |
| CIR REALTORS 201 120 SECOND AV NE (403) 948-0282 www.cirrealtors.com |
| MANOR REAL ESTATE LTD. 406 FIRST AV NW (403) 948-0305 www.manor-realestate.com |
| REALTY EXECUTIVE PARTNERS 12 WOODSIDE CI NW (403) 504-3002 www.lorigreen.com |
| REMAX ROCKY VIEW REAL ESTATE 540 SECOND AV SE (403) 948-5900 |
| Source: City of Airdrie Business Directory |
Land & Building Development
Depending on the type of development you are undertaking, you will need to consider the City of Airdrie's permits and regulations for your property.
A good place to start is BizPal, an online business permits and license information service. BizPal will provide you with a customized list of the local, provincial and federal permits you need for your new development or expansion project. Click the BizPal icon on the left to begin.
Land Use Bylaw (Zoning) & Map
The City of Airdrie's Land Use Bylaw regulates activity on properties in Airdrie, including lot sizes, buildings, fences, parking, landscaping, maintenance of properties, placement of signs and general appearance of the community.
Before you locate your business in Airdrie, it's important to ensure your location conforms to the bylaw. Read the Land Use Bylaw. View the Land Use Map.
Commercial & Industrial Development Permits & Process
Development Permits
A Development Permit is required when planning new commercial or industrial development, multi-family residential development, constructing a temporary structure, erecting a special function tent, submitting a plan revision, or requesting a time extension for an existing valid development permit.
Development Permit Application Process Flowchart
Development Permit - Tenancy Permit
A Tenancy Permit is required prior to any business occupying a retail, commercial or industrial unit or bay or portion of such unit or bay, regardless of whether the building is new or existing.
Building Permits
New construction and renovations in the City of Airdrie must have the approval of the Building Inspections Department. The department is responsible for examining plans, issuing permits and performing inspections. The Department covers permits related to building, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and gas construction/renovation. Building owners and tenants will want to make themselves familiar with the types of Occupancies Allowed in Commercial Buildings.
For instructions on the planning and development process for the City of Airdrie, see the below links.
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It is strongly encouraged that interested parties meet with the City of Airdrie before beginning development.
For more information, contact the following departments:
Planning Department
E-mail: planning.development@airdrie.ca
Phone: (403) 948-8848
Building Inspections Department
E-mail: building.inspections@airdrie.ca
Phone: (403) 948-8832
Engineering Services Department
Phone: (403) 948-8835