Serve Your Community - Become a Member of the Joint Appeals Board - Subdivision & Development Appeal Board and General Appeals Board
The City of Grande Prairie invites you to serve on the Joint Appeals Board Board as a Public Member. There will be 2 positions available on January 1, 2025. Please click here for an application form.
Establishment
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is established by Bylaw C-1444.
Mandate
The Board hears and decides appeals:
- Of the Subdivision Authority; and
- Where the Development Authority of the City:
- Refuses to issue a development permit to a person;
- Issues a development permit subject to conditions, or
- Issues an order under Section 645 of the Municipal Government Act.
Membership
- 5 members of the Public appointed by Council
- 3 Council members
Term
Appointments are required for terms not exceeding three (3) years. Members are eligible for reappointment to a maximum of six (6) consecutive years of service.
Meeting Time
Meetings are scheduled upon receipt of appeals (approximately 8 - 10 hearings annually).
Remuneration
Remuneration for the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board can be claimed as per Bylaw C-1444.
Skills, abilities, and experience
- Experience or understanding of the principles of administrative law;
- Understanding of the planning process and legislation;
- Ability to analyze, weigh evidence, determine facts and make decisions;
- Ability to be fair and impartial;
- Must be able to communicate effectively and work within a team environment;
- Ability to read blueprints;
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable, committed and enthusiastic.
How to Apply
Please click here for an application form. Applications will be accepted until November 29, 2024.
For further information
Contact the Council Committee Coordinator at 780-357-8747 or email avanbeekveld@cityofgp.com.