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Starting a Business

Starting a Business
The prospect of starting a business is an exciting and demanding time for entrepreneurs. All new businesses should consider the development of a business plan their first step.

A number of members of the Business Advisory Network can assist you in developing an effective business plan. A fee may be charged.

Checklist for Starting a Business

·         Develop a business plan.

·         Complete your market research.

·         Obtain financial commitment before proceeding with start-up costs.

·         If you intend to operate as a sole proprietor or partnership, register your business name with Corporate Registry.

·         If you are going to incorporate your business, contact Corporate Registry.

·         Contact the Inspection and Licensing Department for appropriate licenses and permits.

·         Obtain the proper provincial and/or federal licenses. For most businesses this would mean contacting the licensing section of Alberta Government Services.

·         Some businesses require special licenses or permits. Contact the appropriate authority.

·         Contact Canada Revenue Agency for information on corporate income tax and the Goods and Service Tax (GST).

·         Register your company with the Workers' Compensation Board.

·         Contact Canada Revenue Agency to obtain an employer's account number for Unemployment Insurance and Canada Pension Plan deductions.

·         If you employ five or more people, register with the Alberta Health Insurance Plan.

·         Ensure that you comply with the pertinent labour regulations by contacting the Employment Standards Branch of Alberta Human Resources and Employment.

·         Contact Advanced Education and Career Development and Human Resources and Skills Development Canada if assistance is required to locate and/or train new employees.

·         Ensure that all health regulations that relate to your business have been investigated.

·         Obtain appropriate insurance, leases and other operating needs.

·         Ensure that all environmental issues that affect your business have been investigated.

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Red Deer County
The City of Red Deer


Red Deer County

Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Gas and Mechanical Inspections & Permits

Red Deer County does not issue building, electrical, plumbing, gas or mechanical permits or inspections. Red Deer County does however require a Development Permit prior to construction of new buildings or the alterations of existing buildings. A Development Permit is also required prior to occupying a building for business purposes.

It is the responsibility of the client to acquire all applicable permits and inspections required by the County and other agencies.

For more information on permits and fees, please refer to the Yellow Pages under Inspections Services.

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The City of Red Deer
Development Permits

When do I need a development permit?
If you are planning to construct a new building, alter an existing building, change the use of a building, construct an accessory building or erect a temporary structure, you may require a development permit.

What is a development permit?
A development permit is written approval from The City of Red Deer that the proposed development complies with the regulations of The City's Land Use Bylaw  in respect to:
  • a development of discretionary uses
  • a development of similar uses
  • a development that is subject to standard conditions or relaxations imposed by the Development Officer or the Municipal Planning Commission
How do I apply for a development permit?
  1. Provide the Inspections and Licensing Department with five sets of plans plus one colored exterior elevation, site plan, floor plan, elevations and landscaping and parking details. You will also be asked to fill out an application.
  2. The Municipal Planning Commission or the Development Officer is the approving authority. They consider such things as whether any relaxations are required, the building location, parking, landscaping and elevations of building.
  3. After the approving authority has approved the application, there is a 14 day appeal period. Prior to the appeal period, an advertisement is placed in the Red Deer Advocate informing citizens of the development.
How long does the entire process take?
Depending on the complexity of the application, approximately six weeks to process a development permit application.

What if my application is denied?
If your application is denied, you may appeal the decision to the Subdivision Development Appeal Board.

Do I have to begin development during a certain time period?
Yes. You must act on your development permit within 12 months from the date it was issued.
 
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