Planning
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Banff Avenue Pedestrian Zone
The 100 and 200 blocks of Banff Avenue and a portion of Caribou Street will be closed to vehicle traffic for the summers of 2022 and 2023 to create a vibrant outdoor destination for visitors and residents.
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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.
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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.
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Building & Development
Find out what development or building permits you need for your next project.
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Building Permits
The Town issues building permits. Other permits involving plumbing, gas and electrical inspections are the responsibility of the builder.
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Compliance Certificates
Compliance certificates can be requested through the Town of Banff Planning and Development Office.
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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.
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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.
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Town of Banff Engineering Standards
The Standards are intended to provide information to developers, engineering consultants and contractors who require knowledge of the standards governing the design and infrastructure within the Town of Banff.
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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.