Appeal to the Community Standards Appeal Committee
Community Standards Appeal Committee
The Community Standards Appeal Committee (CSAC) is a quasi-judicial committee that hears appeals from:
- persons affected by a written Order issued under Section 545 and 546 of the Municipal Government Act based on the City's Community Standards Bylaw;
- persons affected by a decision of the Business Licence Administrator under the City's Business Licence Bylaw; and
- persons affected by a decision of the Hen Licence Issuer and Inspector under the City's Hens Bylaw.
The CSAC then renders decisions based on the evidence presented at the hearing.
The CSAC is comprised of Spruce Grove residents (Public Members).
Considering an appeal?
An appeal can be filed on a written Order issued under Section 545 and 546 of the MGA based on the City's Community Standards Bylaw.
What can be appealed?
| A written Order issued under the MGA Section 545 and 546 based on the Community Standards Bylaw |
How do I file an appeal?
You have the right to appeal the written Order to the Community Standards Appeal Committee prior to 4:30 p.m. of the appeal expiry date.
Submit your appeal, with the required fee, by submitting the following documentation to the CSAC Clerk:
- Written Order
- Notice of Appeal form
- Appeal Fee as per the Fees and Charges Bylaw
| In person | By mail |
| 315 Jespersen Avenue Spruce Grove, Alberta |
Clerk of the Community Standards Appeal Committee c/o City Clerk’s Office City of Spruce Grove 315 Jespersen Avenue Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 3E8 |
Please note:
- if you mail the appeal documentation, it must be received on or before the final date of the appeal period.
- your appeal is not considered to be filed until payment is received in full. A delay in making payment can result in the expiration of the appeal period.
- appeals will be processed during regular business hours.
After an appeal is filed
Once an appeal is filed it will be scheduled for a hearing within 30 calendar days.
Appeal decisions
The CSAC will give its decision in writing together with reasons for the decision within 15 calendar days after concluding the hearing.
Further recourse
An appeal lies to the Court of King's Bench on a question of law or jurisdiction with respect to a decision of the CSAC in accordance with the Municipal Government Act. It is recommended that you consult with legal counsel if you are considering an appeal to the Court of King's Bench.
Additional information
If you need any more information about an appeal with the CSAC, please send your inquiry to:
CSAC Clerk
Phone: 780-962-7615
Email the CSAC Clerk
Considering an appeal?
An appeal can be filed on a decision of the Business Licence Administrator under the City's Business Licence Bylaw.
What can be appealed?
| A decision of the Business Licence Administrator under the Business Licence Bylaw |
How do I file an appeal?
You have the right to appeal a decision of the Business Licence Administrator to the Community Standards Appeal Committee prior to 4:30 p.m. of the appeal expiry date.
Submit your appeal, with the required fee, by submitting the following documentation to the CSAC Clerk:
- Written notice of decision of the Business Licence Administrator
- Notice of Appeal form
- Appeal Fee as per the Development Fees and Fines Bylaw
| In person | By mail |
| 315 Jespersen Avenue Spruce Grove, Alberta |
Clerk of the Community Standards Appeal Committee c/o City Clerk’s Office City of Spruce Grove 315 Jespersen Avenue Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 3E8 |
Please note:
- If you mail the appeal documentation, it must be received on or before the final date of the appeal period.
- Your appeal is not considered to be filed until payment is received in full. A delay in making payment can result in the expiration of the appeal period.
- Appeals will be processed during regular business hours.
After an appeal is filed
Once an appeal is filed it will be scheduled for a hearing within 30 calendar days.
Appeal decisions
The CSAC will give its decision in writing together with reasons for the decision within 15 calendar days after concluding the hearing.
Additional information
If you need any more information about an appeal with the CSAC, please send your inquiry to:
CSAC Clerk
Phone: 780-962-7615
Email the CSAC Clerk
Considering an appeal?
An appeal can be filed on a decision of the Hen Licence Issuer and Inspector under the the City's Hens Bylaw.
What can be appealed?
| A decision of the Hen Licence Issuer and Inspector under the Hens Bylaw |
How do I file an appeal?
You have the right to appeal a decision of the Hen Licence Issuer and Inspector to the Community Standards Appeal Committee prior to 4:30 p.m. of the appeal expiry date.
Submit your appeal, with the required fee, by submitting the following documentation to the CSAC Clerk:
- Written notice of decision of the Hen Licence Issuer and Inspector
- Notice of Appeal form
- Appeal Fee as per the Development Fees and Fines Bylaw
| In person | By mail |
| 315 Jespersen Avenue Spruce Grove, Alberta |
Clerk of the Community Standards Appeal Committee c/o City Clerk’s Office City of Spruce Grove 315 Jespersen Avenue Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 3E8 |
Please note:
- If you mail the appeal documentation, it must be received on or before the final date of the appeal period.
- Your appeal is not considered to be filed until payment is received in full. A delay in making payment can result in the expiration of the appeal period.
- Appeals will be processed during regular business hours.
After an appeal is filed
Once an appeal is filed it will be scheduled for a hearing within 30 calendar days.
Appeal decisions
The CSAC will give its decision in writing together with reasons for the decision within 15 calendar days after concluding the hearing.
Additional information
If you need any more information about an appeal with the CSAC, please send your inquiry to:
CSAC Clerk
Phone: 780-962-7615
Email the CSAC Clerk