The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) is an independent quasi-judicial board made up of six citizen representatives and one Council representative. The SDAB handles appeals of the decisions of the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) or of the approving authority regarding development permit or subdivision applications.
The SDAB is mandated by the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board BylaW (PDF).
The Board has adopted PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES for the appeal and hearing process.
Want to appeal a decision to the SDAB or out more about presenting at a SDAB hearing? Find out more about SDAB appeals and presentations.
Upcoming appeals for development permit or subdivision applications are brought forward as public hearings. Hearings are held on an as required basis and must be held within 30 days of the receipt of an appeal. Hearings are usually one to two hours in length. Members of the public can attend virtually or in person in Council Chambers.
Appeal against the Development Authority’s decision to approve development permit application No. PL2300629 for a Secondary Suite. The deadline to submit letters in support or opposition is Thursday, June, 22, 2023. Email letters to appeals@airdrie.ca or send to City Hall.
Update: Decision posted below in "Recent Decisions".
Appeal against the Development Authority’s decision to approve development permit application No. PL2300565 for Supportive Living, Limited (Change of Use) . Written submission deadline is Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Email letters to appeals@airdrie.ca or send to City Hall.
Update: Decision posted below in "Recent Decisions".
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board positions are appointed by Council. Appeal hearings are held with panels, with a minimum of three members and a maximum of five members, to meet quorum requirements. Positions include:
| Name | Position | Term Start | Term End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candice Kolson | Council Member Chair | Oct. 24, 2024 | Oct. 23, 2023 |
| Matthew Nash | Citizen Member Vice-Chair | Jan. 1, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
| Hank Geddert | Citizen Member | Oct. 20, 1997 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
| Jeanne Miller | Citizen Member | Jan. 1, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
| Kene Ilochonwu | Citizen Member | Oct. 27, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
| Scott Lamoureux | Citizen Member | Jan. 1, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
| Rick Kleer | Citizen Member | Jan. 1, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2023 |