Development and building permits

Waterton Lakes National Park

Parks Canada regulates all planning and development in the townsite and across Waterton Lakes National Park.

The Parks Canada townsite team is responsible for reviewing development applications, issuing permits, and conducting site reviews to ensure compliance with the applicable regulations, safety codes, land use restrictions, permits issued and occupancy requirements.

When is a permit required?

Permits are required when:

Constructing, altering or renovating the interior or exterior of a building, garage or accessory structure such as a shed or a deck
Connecting to the water/sewer system
Demolishing or moving a building
Expanding or renovating your store, shop, office or commercial enterprise
Changing the use of a lot or building
Installing, changing or relocating a sign
Changing the landscaping or grading (including tree removal)

How to apply for a development or building permit

To apply for a development or building permit, email immobilierwaterton-watertonrealty@pc.gc.ca.

In order for Parks Canada to complete a comprehensive review of your development permit application, all requested information must be provided. Incomplete applications will be rejected.