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Edmonton Development Permits Stats and Maps

This dashboard provides a city-wide view of more than 112,000 development permits issued in Edmonton. It highlights permit types, classes, approval status, yearly activity, and the neighbourhoods and wards where development is most active. Use the filters to explore how building and land use projects are distributed across the city and how trends have shifted over time.

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Total Records
112.7K
Permit Type
Minor Development Permit
Permit Class
Permitted Development
Status
Approved
Key Takeaways
  • Minor Development Permits make up over 50% of all permits, showing the volume of small-scale projects shaping neighbourhood growth.
  • Approval is the norm—nearly 9 in 10 applications are approved, with refusals and appeals being very rare.
  • Peak activity was 2015–2017, when annual permits exceeded 13,000, compared to 5,000–7,000 in recent years.
  • Fast-growing neighbourhoods like Chappelle, Keswick, and The Orchards dominate the top ranks for permits.
  • Nakota Isga and Karhiio Wards lead city-wide development, reflecting Edmonton’s expanding suburbs.
  • Commercial hotspots such as West Edmonton Mall and Kingsway Mall appear repeatedly as high-permit locations.
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Summary

This dataset tracks over 112,000 development permits issued in Edmonton, capturing activity across permit types, classes, statuses, years, and neighbourhoods. The records span both large-scale developments and smaller residential or commercial projects, offering a view into how the city is evolving and where growth is concentrated.

Permit Types

Permit Type
The most common category is Minor Development Permits, accounting for just over 50% of all permits (about 56,500). Major Development Permits make up nearly 19% (around 21,000), while House Combo Permits contribute another 11%. Sign permits and accessory buildings are also notable, each making up between 6–9%. Together, these top five types cover more than 90% of all activity.

Permit Classes

Permit Class
Over half of permits fall under Permitted Development (about 60,000, or 53%). Class A approvals represent just under one in five permits, while Discretionary Development cases reach 15,000, or roughly 13%. Less common are Class B permits (around 3%) and No Permit Required filings (about 2%).

Status

Status
The vast majority of permits are approved (over 96,000, or nearly 86%). Around 11% are classified as 'Other', likely covering administrative or special cases. In-progress permits total about 2,400 (2%), while refused applications are relatively rare (under 1%). Appeals are extremely uncommon, with only 23 cases recorded.

Temporal Trends

Year
Permit volumes were especially strong in the mid-2010s, peaking between 2015 and 2017 with over 13,000 permits per year. Since then, activity has gradually slowed, with 2024 and 2025 each reporting around 5,000–7,500 permits. This suggests a cooling trend compared to a decade ago, though development remains steady year to year.

Neighbourhood Distribution

Neighbourhood
New and growing communities dominate the activity. Chappelle leads with over 3,400 permits, followed by Keswick (3,000), The Orchards (2,800), and Edgemont and Laurel (about 2,700 each). Established but still expanding areas like Secord, McConachie, Walker, and Summerside also appear prominently. Central neighbourhoods like Downtown account for a smaller but still visible share (about 1,400 permits).

Ward Distribution

Ward
The highest permit volumes appear in Nakota Isga Ward (about 14,500 permits, 13%) and Karhiio Ward (12,400, 11%). Other high-activity wards include Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi (10%) and Pihêsiwin (9.5%). Inner-city wards like O-day’min show lower totals, reflecting their more built-out nature.

Hotspot Addresses

Address
Certain commercial hubs stand out. The top location is 8882 170 Street NW with over 130 permits, tied to a major shopping destination. Other frequent sites include malls such as Kingsway Garden Mall, Bonnie Doon, and Westmount, along with corridors like Calgary Trail NW and 137 Avenue NW. These hotspots highlight areas of sustained retail and commercial development.

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Permit AddressPermit DatePermit TypePermit ClassStatusJob DescriptionNeighbourhoodWard
14007 - 50 STREET NW2025-09-09Major Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo construct exterior alterations to a Health Care Facility site (revisions to previously approved landscape plan, reference DP 457703621-002).MILLERDene Ward
9565 - GRIERSON HILL NW2025-09-15Major Development PermitDiscretionary DevelopmentApprovedTo continue to operate a temporary Outdoor Recreation Service structure (ice climbing wall) July 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026.RIVERDALEO-day'min Ward
5638 - HAWTHORN WAY SW2025-09-12Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApproved** To construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with an unenclosed front porch.THE ORCHARDS AT ELLERSLIEKarhiio Ward
415 - 157 AVENUE NE2025-09-09Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApproved** To construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with a front attached Garage and unenclosed front porch.QUARRY RIDGEDene Ward
5035 - GATEWAY BOULEVARD NW2025-09-09Sign PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo install (2) Fascia Signs limited to On-premises Advertising ((DRIVE THRU | HOME OF THE BURGER FAMILY) A&W Restaurant).CALGARY TRAIL NORTHpapastew Ward
2530 - CAMERON RAVINE LANDING NW2025-09-09Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with a front attached Garage, partially covered rear deck (11.43m x 3.86m), a rear balcony (5.64m x 4.47m), fireplace, unenclosed front porch, basement Development with wet bar (NOT to be used as an additional Dwelling), Secondary Suite in the basement, and walkout Basement.CAMERON HEIGHTSsipiwiyiniwak Ward
9087 - ELVES LOOP NW2025-09-15Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApproved** To construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with unenclosed front porch.EDGEMONTsipiwiyiniwak Ward
7003 - 169 AVENUE NW2025-09-11Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with a front attached Garage and unenclosed front porch.SCHONSEEtastawiyiniwak Ward
140, 9450 - 137 AVENUE NW2025-09-15Sign PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo install (2) Fascia Signs limited to On-premises Advertising (NORTHTOWN GRAND DAYCARE)NORTHMOUNTtastawiyiniwak Ward
7014 - 176A AVENUE NW2025-09-10Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApproved** To construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with a front attached Garage, Basement development (NOT to be used as an additional Dwelling) and unenclosed front porch.CRYSTALLINA NERA EASTtastawiyiniwak Ward
8722 - 95 AVENUE NW2025-09-15Major Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo excavate a Site (site remediation).STRATHEARNMétis Ward
G2, 18128 - 73 STREET NW2025-09-15Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo construct a Residential Use building in the form of a multi-unit Backyard House (3 Dwellings without garage).CRYSTALLINA NERA EASTtastawiyiniwak Ward
6621 - CRAWFORD LANDING SW2025-09-09Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Semi-Detached House with flanking attached Garage (Lot 25), front attached Garage (Lot 24), unenclosed front porches, fireplaces, and rear uncovered decks (4.27m x 3.05m).CHAPPELLEIpiihkoohkanipiaohtsi Ward
2144 - 210 STREET NW2025-09-09Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApproved** To construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with a front attached Garage, uncovered deck and unenclosed front porch.STILLWATERsipiwiyiniwak Ward
G3, 18112 - 73 STREET NW2025-09-15Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentIn ProgressTo construct a Residential Use building in the form of a multi-unit Backyard House (3 Dwellings without Garage).CRYSTALLINA NERA EASTtastawiyiniwak Ward
8132 - 228 STREET NW2025-09-11Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with an unenclosed front porch.ROSENTHALNakota Isga Ward
2004 - 210 STREET NW2025-09-15Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApproved** To construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with a front attached Garage and unenclosed front porch.STILLWATERsipiwiyiniwak Ward
10518 - 75 AVENUE NW2025-09-10Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo construct a Residential Use building in the form of a 3 Dwelling Row House with unenclosed front porches and 3 Secondary Suites in the Basements.QUEEN ALEXANDRApapastew Ward
436 - 30 STREET SW2025-09-09Minor Development PermitPermitted DevelopmentApproved** To construct a Residential Use building in the form of a Single Detached House with a front attached Garage, fireplace and unenclosed front porch.ALCESSspomitapi Ward
5328A - ADMIRAL GIROUARD STREET NW2025-09-12Sign PermitPermitted DevelopmentApprovedTo install (1) Fascia Sign limited to On-premises Advertising (Ref CSDP: 500063348-002 Bldg. B #44) (MR. BARBER)GRIESBACHAnirniq Ward
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About This Dataset

The dataset contains roughly 112,600 development permits, representing a wide mix of residential, commercial, and community growth in Edmonton. It spans minor and major projects, from accessory buildings and signage to large-scale housing and redevelopment.

Minor Development Permits dominate the dataset, making up about half of all records. Major Development Permits account for nearly one in five, while House Combo and Sign Permits also appear frequently. By classification, more than half fall under Permitted Development, while Discretionary and Class A projects cover another third.

Approval rates are very high—over 85% of applications are approved. Only a small share are refused, appealed, or remain in progress. Historically, activity peaked between 2015 and 2017, with more than 13,000 permits annually, before tapering in recent years to the 5,000–7,500 range. This suggests that while development has slowed compared to a decade ago, it continues steadily year over year.

Geographically, growth is concentrated in newer suburban communities like Chappelle, Keswick, The Orchards, Edgemont, Laurel, and Secord, each seeing thousands of permits. By ward, Nakota Isga and Karhiio lead in total activity, each with more than 10,000 permits, reflecting strong suburban expansion. Commercial hubs also stand out, with top addresses including 170 Street NW (West Edmonton Mall area), Kingsway Mall, and other retail corridors.

Overall, the dataset provides a clear lens into Edmonton’s development landscape, showing both the long-term trends in permit activity and the neighbourhoods driving current growth.

Dataset Information

SubjectPermits and Licenses
JurisdictionCity of Edmonton, Province of Alberta
Data ProviderEdmonton Urban Planning & Economy Department
Sourcehttps://data.edmonton.ca/
AttributionContains information licensed under the Open Government Licence - Edmonton.