AVGAS Not Available at Athabasca Airport

Please note that due to supply issues, there is currently no AVGAS (100LL) available at the Athabasca Regional Airport. A NOTAM (notice to airman) has been issued for pilots.

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Athabasca County Fire Advisory in Effect – August 2, 2024

In accordance with Athabasca County Fire Services Bylaw 015-2023 section 8, a Fire Control Order is now in effect for lands within Athabasca County located outside the Forest Protection Area. With improved conditions across the region, Athabasca County is moving from a Fire Restriction to a Fire Advisory. Under this advisory: Fire Permits may be…

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Internet and Phone Lines Down

MCSnet is currently experiencing a service outage in the region. This outage is impacting both the phones and the emails at the Athabasca County Administration and Public Works Buildings. MCSnet is working to resolve these issues, however there is no estimated time of restoration.

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Development Permit Approvals for the Week of July 31st 2024

Permitted   D24-083 24′ x 24′ (12′ high) covered patio (as-built) and a 22′ x 28′ (15′ high) shed P0729498; B2; L9 within NW 32-65-18-W4 (Div. 3) Decision Date: July 25, 2024   D24-104 42′ x 60′ (16′ high) shed NW 4-65-18-W4 (Div. 3) Decision Date: July 25, 2024   Permitted Use with Variance  …

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Athabasca County Fire Restriction in Effect – July 29th 2024

In accordance with Athabasca County Fire Services Bylaw 015-2023 section 8, a Fire Control Order (Fire Restriction) is now in effect for lands within Athabasca County located outside the Forest Protection Area. Under this Restriction: • The issuance of new fire permits is limited to exempted activities as detailed below. • All existing permits for…

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Development Permit Approvals for the Week of July 24th 2024

Permitted   D24-087 12′ x 32′ (10′ high) addition and 24′ x 16′ deck to an existing 12′ x 16′ (10.75′ high) manufactured home and an as-built 27.5′ x 12′ (11′ high) cabin P1123133; B1; L2 within WNE 3-69-19-W4 (Div. 6) Decision Date: July 24, 2024   D24-100 8′ x 18′ x 58′ x 48′…

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Public Hearing for Bylaw 012-2024 & 018-2024 on July 25th, 2024

In accordance with the requirements of Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, as amended, the Council of Athabasca County has scheduled Public Hearings for July 25, 2024. THE PUBLIC HEARINGS ARE BEING HELD TO ALLOW PUBLIC INPUT ON THE FOLLOWING BYLAWS: Bylaw 012-2024 – The proposed bylaw amends Land Use Bylaw 004-2019 as follows…

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Meeting Notice – County Council

The Thursday, July 25th, 2024, Regular County Council meeting will be held in Council Chambers. Members of the public can watch a live stream of the meeting via our YouTube Channel. You can view the agenda by clicking below. VIEW AGENDA   MEETING DETAILS The meeting will begin at 9:30 am, MDT, on Thursday, July…

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Development Permit Approvals for the Week of July 17th 2024

Permitted   D24-099 60′ x 24′ (12′ high) kitchen/dining unit SW 17-65-24-W4 (Div. 4) Decision Date: July 16, 2024   Discretionary     Anyone claiming to be affected by the approval may submit an appeal within 21 days from the date of the decision. The appeal must be in writing and in accordance with the…

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Occasional Phone Disruptions

Update July 18th: The County’s phone lines are still in transition to the new system and disruptions may still continue. We will update when the new system is fully operational and disruption free. If you are unable to reach us, please try again later or send an email to info@athabascacounty.com. We appreciate your patience during…

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