Spring Lake Ranch was thoughtfully planned to create a beautiful, cohesive community while respecting the natural landscape and the enjoyment of neighbouring properties.
Our Architectural and Design Guidelines help protect that vision. They provide a consistent framework for homes, fencing, landscaping and other improvements, while considering important factors such as drainage, sight lines, view channels and the overall character of the community.
Following the guidelines and approval process helps protect property values, promotes consistency and ensures that development on one property does not negatively impact another.
Every property owner plays a role in maintaining what makes Spring Lake Ranch such a special place to live.
Spring Lake Ranch Phased Architectural Plan
Spring Lake Ranch has a 4-phase development plan, with each phase having slightly different architectural guidelines. Please refer to the appropriate guideline linked below.
All landscape plans and subsidiary structures (fences, sheds, play structures, gazebos, etc...) must be submitted for approval to Spring Lake Ranch LTD. Items that will be considered will be neighbour sight lines, drainage, view channels among other things.
Please check with the Village of Spring Lake to see if you require a development permit for any other subsidiary structures such as patios and decks.
Steps to take before developing or redeveloping the landscaping of a property within Spring Lake Ranch
Please follow these steps when planning your property development:
- Submit your plans to Spring Lake Ranch Ltd. at info@springlakeranch.ca Please sketch the placement of your fence, auxiliary structures, sheds, etc on your Real Property Report (RPR). Alternatively, you can send your plans via registered snail mail to 101 Poplar Crescent, Spring Lake, AB T7Z 2V3
- If needed, an onsite meeting may be requested to further clarify and work through any alternative solutions.
- Receive written approval from Spring Lake Ranch Ltd.
- If a development permit is needed, please contact the Village of Spring Lake. You will need to submit your written approval from Spring Lake Ranch Ltd. as part of your application package.
- Out of courtesy, prior to construction, we encourage you to let your surrounding neighbours know your plans.
Legal Compliance and Requirements
Property owners are required to follow the applicable Purchase Contract, Design Guidelines and registered instruments on title.
Construction, fencing, landscaping, grading or other improvements that require approval must not begin until plans have been submitted to and approved by Spring Lake Ranch Ltd.
Work completed without the required approval may be subject to enforcement and may need to be modified, removed or remediated at the property owner’s expense.
When in doubt, please contact Spring Lake Ranch before beginning your project. We are happy to help guide you through the approval process.
