Greater Conrich Area Review

Update

Thank you to everyone who provided their feedback in the first phase of engagement.

We are now in the second phase of engagement. The project team has created a draft of the ASP and are asking for your input on the changes.

What Are The Changes

The project team has completed a draft Conrich Area Structure Plan and is sharing it for review. The draft ASP includes proposed amendments intended to ensure the plan remains responsive to current conditions, emerging development trends, and the long-term needs of the Conrich area. Proposed changes include:

Adjustments to the plan boundary, with an expansion to the north and the removal of certain lands to the east that are not anticipated to develop within the timeframe of the plan. These adjustments are intended to focus the ASP on lands with more immediate planning relevance and development potential. Click here to view this particular section in the draft ASP.
A targeted approach to land use planning by focusing the lands identified for industrial development and strengthening interface planning requirements to help reduce potential impacts on nearby residential areas. Click here to view this particular section in the draft ASP.
A "Deferred Development Area" to provide flexibility for future land use decisions, allowing the most appropriate land use to be determined based on the needs and context of the area at the time of application. Click here to view this particular section in the draft ASP.
Opportunities for additional residential development, primarily on the west side of the plan area, where growth is more likely to align with adjacent development patterns and available servicing, while also supporting broader regional housing needs. Click here to view this particular section in the draft ASP.
Addition of "Community Services" lands to support uses that serve the Conrich area, including potential public facilities such as recreation amenities and emergency services. Click here to view this particular section in the draft ASP.
Clerical amendments such as refined policy language, improved mapping and formatting, and clearer direction to guide future development.

Share your feedback on these changes in the online survey below and / or at the in-person open house on April 22, 2026 at Third Academy. (400 Prince of Peace Wy, T1X 1G2) from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

About the Project

Rocky View County is updating the Conrich Area Structure Plan (ASP) through a review of the Greater Conrich Area (land outside of the Hamlet). Initially adopted in 2015, the current ASP covers 68 quarter sections of land in the southeast quadrant of the County, adjacent to Chestermere and Calgary.

Following the recent expansion of the Hamlet boundary approved on July 15, 2025, this update focuses on the Greater Conrich Area and its land use strategy. Phase 1 engagement took place during September - October 2025 to gather stakeholder input for the ASP amendment. Phase 2 engagement is now underway to ensure we are on the right track.

Community feedback is essential to this review process. We need your input to ensure the plan aligns with the needs and aspirations of the residents. Your participation will help shape the future of the Greater Conrich area, making it a place that truly represents the community's desires.

Help us validate the ASP!

Attend the open house on April 22 at Third Academy

Phase 2 Engagement

Get Involved

We are now in the validation phase of the ASP. The project team has created a draft ASP and now we want your feedback on it.

Rocky View County will be conducting both online and in-person engagement opportunities to gather your feedback. Here are some ways you can get involved:

Open House: An open house featuring the refined Area Structure Plan has been scheduled to be held at the Third Academy (400 Prince of Peace Wy, T1X 1G2) on April 22, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The project team will be available to answer any questions. No RSVP is necessary and light refreshments will be available.
Online Survey: Participate in the online survey below.

Stay informed about the ASP project and participate where and when you can. Your involvement ensures that the plan reflects the community's vision and needs.

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Phase 1 Engagement

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback regarding the ASP.

The results of the engagement have been summarized in a What We Heard Report.

Who is Listening?

Althea Panaguiton
Senior Planner

Jan Sotocinal
Planner

Timeline

Timeline item 1 - complete

Mailout (September 2025)

Residents were sent information about the upcoming engagement and asked, "What do you want the County to know or understand about your home or business as it works to update the Greater Area Structure Plan?"
Timeline item 2 - complete

Public Engagement (October 22 - November 21)
- Online survey
- Open house - October 29, 5 - 7pm at Prince of Peace Banquet Hall
Timeline item 3 - complete

Draft the ASP (November - April 2026)

The project team wrote the draft updated ASP. Public feedback was sorted and shared in a What We Heard Report.
Timeline item 4 - active

Validation (Spring 2026)
The draft ASP will be taken out to the public for another round of engagement to ensure we are on the right track.
- An open house will take place on April 22 from 5-7PM at Third Academy (400 Prince of Peace Wy, Rocky View County)
- An online survey from April 13 - May 4
Timeline item 5 - incomplete

Council Presentation (June 2026)

The updated ASP will be presented to Council.

Document Library

FAQ

An Area Structure Plan (ASP) is a statutory document approved by Council and adopted by Bylaw. It is a decision-making tool that guides growth and helps staff and Council evaluate land use changes, subdivision, and development proposals. The ASP explains future land use, as well as transportation, environmental protection, emergency services, general design, and utility service requirements.

Ten years have passed since the adoption of the Greater Conrich ASP and an update is required to reflect the current needs of the area. The review of the Greater Conrich Area will provide a planning framework that respects the values of the community, accounts for current conditions, and aligns with the important larger scale plans that have been adopted since the original ASP was completed. This project will consider the need for all types of land uses, including commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential uses. The project scope will also include technical studies to determine stormwater, water, and wastewater management to confirm efficiencies and capacity for servicing in the plan area.

The review focuses on the Greater Conrich Area, which is land outside the Hamlet of Conrich. This includes land surrounding the Hamlet and does not include land within the Hamlet boundary itself.

Feedback collected throughout all stages of the project will be used to guide and refine the plan. Through a What We Heard report, the County will provide updates on how community input influenced the plan, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the process.

For more information please email engagement@rockyview.ca . You can also sign up for the County's e-newsletter to stay informed about the ASP project and other County news.