Lethbridge County is seeking feedback as it updates its Residential Land Use Strategy. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

Lethbridge County invites feedback on future residential developments

Feb 2, 2026 | 10:38 AM

If you live in Lethbridge County, you can help to guide the region’s future.

The County is updating its Residential Land Use Strategy, a document that will shape where and how residential growth occurs in the coming years.

It is home to more than 10,000 residents across farmsteads, rural acreages, country residential areas, and hamlets, while also having some of Alberta’s most productive agricultural activity.

“To ensure residential growth is managed responsibly, the Residential Land Use Strategy will be a fundamental document that shapes how residential development looks in the future,” says Kaylyn Franklin, Manager, Planning and Development. “Residents, businesses, and other key stakeholders will be at the centre of the process – your insights and experiences matter and we hope you’ll take a few minutes to share your ideas with us.”

Lethbridge County has launched a survey, which asks residents:

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• What should the County prioritize when planning future residential growth?
• Are there current restrictions on residential development you’d like to see changed?
• What kinds of development should we support—more acreages, denser hamlet growth, country residential communities?
• What kinds of recreational amenities do you want to see in our hamlets and subdivisions?

The survey can be accessed online here.

People can also complete the survey in person at the Lethbridge County office (905 4 Ave South in Lethbridge) or by calling 403-328-5525 and requesting that it be mailed to you.

The survey is open until March 31, 2026.

In addition to public feedback, Lethbridge County will consult with developers, housing providers, and other industry members to ensure the strategy is grounded in both community values and market realities.

A draft of the Residential Land Use Strategy will be presented to council in September, and the final document should be available for public viewing towards the end of the year.