Planning

Banff Avenue Pedestrian Zone

The 100 and 200 blocks of Banff Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic this summer to provide more space for pedestrians to practice physical distancing, and to help local businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Banff Design Guidelines

The Banff Design Guidelines provide a framework for evaluating the aesthetic quality of development proposals. The intention of the guidelines is to ensure that the town's built environment reflects the spectacular surrounding natural environment while recognizing Banff's location in a national park and a World Heritage Site.

Bear Street Shared Street

The Town of Banff has piloted temporary seating and amenities on Bear Street for the past four summers. Banff residents are invited to provide input into the plan to create a permanent shared street.

Building & Development

Find out what development or building permits you need for your next project.

Building Permits

The Town issues building permits. Other permits involving plumbing, gas and electrical inspections are the responsibility of the builder.

Compliance Certificates

Compliance certificates can be requested through the Town of Banff Planning and Development Office.

Development Permit Viewer

Development Process

As an incorporated municipality inside a national park, the Town of Banff has unique responsibilities that include maintaining the town as part of a world heritage site, serving as a visitor centre and preserving a character that reflects its spectacular, natural setting.

Streetscape Design Guidelines

The Streetscape Design Guidelines are a planning document to help with street reconstruction projects in Banff. These guidelines will be applied to both municipal projects and private redevelopments so the Town’s transportation goals are reflected in the design.

Wolf & Caribou Street Improvements

Roadway and sidewalk improvements were made to Wolf Street and Caribou Street in the spring of 2018. This is part of a three year trial to determine the future, permanent street designs.