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Provincial equalized assessment report

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In Alberta, equalized assessment is the means of comparing property wealth in a uniform manner for all municipalities. Alberta uses an ad valorem assessment and tax system where property taxes are... More ≫

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In Alberta, equalized assessment is the means of comparing property wealth in a uniform manner for all municipalities. Alberta uses an ad valorem assessment and tax system where property taxes are based on wealth and wealth is measured by the value of property expressed as an assessment. Equalizing an assessment is simply a process of adjusting each municipality's taxable assessment to a common year in accordance with current legislation and policy. The equalization process results in a common provincial assessment base that is used to determine the amount of requisition for each requisitioning body.

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Accessibility design guide 2024

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current... More ≫

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current minimum accessibility design standards and practices. The resource explains the intents and objectives of each section of the code, as it relates to accessibility requirements, and recommend best practices where accessibility and safety are concerns to seniors and persons with disabilities.

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Local Government Fiscal Framework funding

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The Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) is Alberta’s primary funding mechanism for providing local governments with predictable infrastructure and operating grant support. LGFF funding is... More ≫

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The Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) is Alberta’s primary funding mechanism for providing local governments with predictable infrastructure and operating grant support. LGFF funding is allocated annually to eligible recipients based on a funding formula. The LGFF is replacing the Municipal Sustainability Initiative, which was in place from 2007 to 2023.

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Affordable and attainable housing : how modular and manufactured homes can be part of the solution

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This information brief provides information on how modular and manufactured homes can help address the need for affordable housing in Alberta.

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Local growth and sustainability grant : program guidelines

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Program Guidelines to the new Local Growth and Sustainability Grant program.

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STANDATA variance : building [National Building Code–2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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Minister's office expenses : Municipal Affairs

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Ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers, their executive assistants and... More ≫

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Ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers, their executive assistants and their administrative support staff, and are reported in the following categories: meals, accommodation and travel; hospitality and working sessions; and goods, supplies and services.

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STANDATA interpretation : building [National Building Code-2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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Information bulletin [Municipal Affairs] [2017 to current]

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Information bulletins highlights legislated dates and deadlines for municipal governments in Alberta.

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STANDATA interpretation : elevating devices

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Elevating Devices STANDATA contains interpretations, clarifications, recommended practices or province-wide variances on codes and standards matters related to the Safety Codes Act.

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