The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) is a quasi-judicial board established under the Municipal Government Act to make decisions on development or subdivision appeals.
The SDAB hears appeals from municipal subdivision and development authorities. SDAB decisions shape the community and affect the lives of developers, neighbours, citizens and businesses. It is important that the public have confidence in the quality of these decisions and the decision making process.
You can appeal a development or subdivision decision made by Thorhild County if you:
A hearing will be held within 30 days from the date the appeal was filed. The SDAB will give their decision in writing within 15 days of the hearing. Once the SDAB has reached a decision, it is final, and no other appeals can be made at the municipal level. In certain circumstances, an appeal of a subdivision application must be made to the Land and Property Rights Tribunal according to regulations in Alberta's Municipal Government Act.
To appeal a decision, you need to complete the Notice of Subdivision Appeal form and submit it to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) within 21 days of the date of decision.
Carol Revega Clerk, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Thorhild County Box 10 Thorhild, AB, T0A 3J0 780-398-2808 carol.revega@thorhildcounty.com
March 5, 2026 SDAB File Number: 01-Thor-2026
Date of Hearing: March 13, 2026
Time of Hearing: 11:30 a.m.
Applicant: Dave Stelfox
Appellant: Earl J. Bennett
Legal Description of Subject Property: West ½ SE 2 59 23 W4
Proposed Development: Event Barn for retreats, weddings
Development Permit Number: DP 25-2721
An appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) regarding the above matter was received on February 13, 2026. The Municipal Government Act, Section 686(2) requires that the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board must hold an appeal hearing within 30 days after receipt of a notice of appeal.
Reasons for the Appeal as identified on the Notice of Appeal:
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board hearing is scheduled for:
Place of Hearing: Thorhild County Administration Building, Council Chambers, 801- 1 Street, Thorhild, Alberta T0A 3J0
Your written submissions should be addressed to the Clerk of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board and sent by email to carol.revega@thorhildcounty.com or dropped off at Thorhild County Administration Building.
SDAB hearings are public and there is the reasonable expectation that submissions/presentations or correspondence, which may include personal or business information, could be disclosed at a public SDAB hearing and as part of the SDAB agenda package.
You have the opportunity to present your information in person or through TEAMS virtual meeting. Contact Carol Revega to be provided the TEAMS link.
Contact Carol Revega, Clerk of the SDAB at 780-398-3741 ext2808 or carol.revega@thorhildcounty.com
The information is collected under the authority of the Protection of Privacy Act Section 4 (c) and will be included in the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Hearing Agenda. The agenda is a publicly available document. If you have any questions about the collection and use of this information, contact the Thorhild County ATIA Coordinator at 801-1 Street, Thorhild, Alberta, T0A 3J0, (780) 398-3741.
Land and Property Rights Tribunal
Municipal Government Act