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Business Licence
The City of Wetaskiwin requires all new and existing businesses to obtain and maintain their business licence in order to operate within the City. Businesses that are located outside of Wetaskiwin but do business within City boundaries are required to complete an Out-of-Town business licence.
- Business licences are valid for up to one year, expiring on December 31.
- It is the business owner's responsibility to renew their business licence.
- Business Licence Bylaw 1507-01 with Amendments 1662-06 &1933-19
- Taxi/Ride for Hire Bylaw 1889-17
- Taxi/ride-for-hire businesses must follow both the Business Licence Bylaw and Taxi/Ride for Hire Bylaw.
For more information, please contact Development Services at 780.361.4400 or email permits@wetaskiwin.ca.
Business Licence:
Select from the following tabs for more information on business licences and vendor permits:
- Apply for a Business Licence
- Apply for a Taxi Licence
- Vendor Permit
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Business Licence and Vendor Fees
- Renew a Business Licence
Apply for a Business Licence:
This section contains information on how to apply for a business licence as a resident and a out-of-town business.
Businesses Located Within WetaskiwinAll businesses, apart from non-profit organizations, are required to obtain a business licence before operating their business. Step 1: Determine what zoning district your business resides in.
Step 2: Determine if your proposed business Use Type is Permitted or Discretionary
Step 3: Download Business Licence Application and Submit
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Businesses Located outside of WetaskiwinAll businesses operating within City boundaries are required to obtain a business license. Step 1: Complete the Out-Of-Town Business LicenceStep 2: Submit Business Licence
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Apply for a Taxi Licence:
This section contains information on how to apply for a Taxi Licence within the City of Wetaskiwin.
How to Apply for a Taxi Licence:Step 1: Obtain a Recent Driver's Abstract
Step 2: Obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check
Step 3: Complete the Taxi Driver's Licence Application
Step 4: Provide a copy of the Driver's Licence
Step 5: Submit the Taxi Licence Application
Note: There is a $40 application fee. |
Vendor Permit
What is a Vendor Permit?
Vendor permits are issued to authorize the operation of mobile vendors within the City of Wetaskiwin. Mobile vendor is classified as the travelling or temporary sales of selling goods or services from a temporary location in any place where the public has an expected right of access.
Special event non-profit means any community event or festival being managed or controlled by a non-profit organization which may have one or more vendors. All vendors attending a special event must have vendor permit application, business licence application, and payment submitted to Engineering & Development at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Mobile Vendor Permit Guidelines
Mobile vendors must follow the Vendor Permit Guidelines.
For more information on Vendor Permits, please see Bylaw No. 1933-19.
How to Apply for a Vendor PermitStep 1: Complete the Vendor Permit Application Package(The business licence application is located within the package.) Step 2: Submit Application to Development Services
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Non-Profit Organizations
Charitable or non-profit organizations conducting business or fundraising within the City of Wetaskiwin are exempt from licensing requirements.
For more information, please see Business Licence Bylaw 1507-01 with Amendments 1662-06 &1933-19
Business Licence and Vendor Permit Fee Schedule:
Vendor Permit Fees | |
Annual Vendor Permit | $100 |
Special Event Non-Profit | No fee |
Weekly Business Licence (Monday to Sunday, to a maximum of a yearly business licence fee) | $25/week |
Business Licence | Annual Fee |
Resident (business located within City of Wetaskiwin limits) | $100 |
Regional Resident (business located within the County of Wetaskiwin) | $150 |
Non-Resident | $200 |
Transfer of Licence | $15 |
Renew a Business Licence
All business licences expire on December 31. Current business licence holders will be sent a yearly invoice at the end of each calendar year with the required business licence fee for the upcoming year.
How to Renew a Business LicenceStep 1: Receive a Business Licence Invoice
Step 2: Pay Business Licence
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Planning and Development:
Select from the following tabs for more information on planning and development:
Does my Business Require Permits?
Some businesses occupying a new space may be required to obtain additional permits. The following information outlines situations where a business owner may need to obtain permits.
Non-Residential Renovation:
- Businesses that plan on doing interior renovations may be required to obtain a building permit and additional permits such as, electrical, gas, plumbing, etc.
- Commercial Renovation permit packages can be found within the Permits, Development, & Construction tab.
- For more information, please contact Superior Safety Codes at 403.358.5545.
Change of Use Permits:
- Change of use permits are required for businesses that are moving their business into a new location and the proposed business has a Use type that is different from the existing Use type. (Ex. a retail business would require a change of use permit if the new business location was previously a restaurant.)
- The change of use permit reviews parking and land use regulations required by the land use bylaw and ensures that businesses meet the requirements.
- Change of Use permit packages can be found within the Permits, Development, & Construction tab.
- For more information, please contact Development Services at 780.361.4400 or email permits@wetaskiwin.ca.
Sign Permits:
- Businesses that plan on installing new signage on the exterior of a building or on the business property must obtain a sign permit.
- Sign permit application packages can be found within the Permits, Development, & Construction tab.
- For more information, please contact Development Services at 780.361.4400 or email permits@wetaskiwin.ca.
Permits, Development, & Construction:
This section contains information for Development, Building/Electrical/Gas/Plumbing Permits, Demolition, Access to City Property Permits, and Change of Use Permits.
How to apply for a Permit:Step 1. Determine what zoning district your property resides in.
Step 2. Determine if your proposed project is Permitted or Discretionary
Step 3. Download Permit Package and Submit to Development Services
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Select your project to obtain the Permit Application Package:Permit Application Packages include the Development Permit, Building Permit, and all other relevant information. | ||
Non-Residential Applications | Sign Permit Application | |
Change of UseChange of use permits are required for businesses that are moving their business into a new location and the proposed business has a Use type that is different from the existing Use type. (Ex. a retail business would require a change of use permit if the new business location was previously a restaurant.)The change of use permit reviews parking and land use regulations required by the land use bylaw and ensures that businesses meet the requirements. | Electrical, Gas, Plumbing, & Private Sewage PermitsElectrical, Gas, Plumbing, & Private Sewage Permits are directly submitted to Superior Safety Codes. Applications can be submitted via e-mail (info@superiorsafetycodes.com). For more information, call 403.358.5545 | |
Additional Applications | Fee Schedule |
Home-Based Business
This section covers home-based businesses, the types of home-based businesses in the City of Wetaskiwin, and how to apply.
Thinking about operating a home-based business?
All home-based businesses and home offices require an approved development permit and business licence prior to opening. In the City of Wetaskiwin, the Land Use Bylaw 1804-13 lists Home Office, Minor Home-Based Business, and Major Home-Based Business as the three types of home occupation uses.
How to apply for a Home-Based Business:Step 1: Determine what zoning district your property resides in.
Step 2: Determine if your Home-Based Business is Permitted or Discretionary
Step 3: Complete and submit a Home-Based Business application.
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Types of Home-Based Businesses in Wetaskiwin:
1. Home Office - Zero (0) business visits per day
Home offices include a dedicated area located in a dwelling which has a phone and/or fax for a registered business entity but where there are no business clients, employees, products or deliveries.
Click here to view Section 8.7.1 of the Land Use Bylaw outlining the regulations of a Home Office.
2. Minor Home Based Business - One (1) business visit per day
Minor home based businesses is a development consisting the use of an approved dwelling within a residential building by a resident of that dwelling for one or more businesses. Such businesses shall not require more than one business associated visit per day at that dwelling. The business use must be secondary to the residential use of the building and no aspects of the business operations shall be detectable from outside the property other than an approved sign. The dwelling shall not be used as a workplace for non-resident employees of the business. This use class does not include general retail sales.
Click here to view Section 8.7.2 of the Land Use Bylaw outlining the regulations of a Minor Home Based Business.
3. Major Home Based Business - One Plus (1+) business visits per day
Major home based businesses is a development consisting of the use of an approved dwelling or accessory building by a resident of that dwelling for one or more business associated visits per day. The business use must be secondary to the residential use of the building and shall not change the residential character of the dwelling or accessory building with the exception of an approved sign. This use class includes bed and breakfast facilities but does not include general retail sales.
Click here to view Section 8.7.3 of the Land Use Bylaw outlining the regulations of a Major Home Based Business