Welcome to Diamond Valley’s new Municipal Development Plan  

A Historic Milestone for Diamond Valley

 On October 1, 2025, Town Council officially adopted Diamond Valley’s first-ever Municipal Development Plan (MDP)!

 This foundational document serves as the community’s roadmap for the future, guiding how our town will grow, develop, and thrive for years to come. From housing and infrastructure to parks, business opportunities, and sustainability, the MDP sets the vision for building a strong, vibrant, and resilient Diamond Valley.

 Thank you to everyone who contributed their time, ideas, and feedback throughout this process. Your voices helped shape the future of our community.

BUILDING OUR FUTURE TOGETHER 

 The Town of Diamond Valley has been on an exciting journey to create our first Municipal Development Plan (MDP), a roadmap that will guide our community’s growth and development over the next 20+ years. This plan marks a significant milestone for our town. 

The MDP reflects the values and aspirations of Diamond Valley’s residents, directing development in a way that respects our history and heritage while encouraging connection and unity within a fiscally responsible framework.

WHAT IS A MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN? 

A MDP is a high-level policy document the Province of Alberta requires through the Municipal Government Act.  

What does the MDP do? 

The MDP will help direct the location of different land uses in the community, including residential, commercial, industrial, parks, and open spaces. 

The MDP will also show where development could take place, and justify why, considering:  

• The environment, 
• Protection of nearby agricultural operations,
• The availability of built infrastructure (roads, water, wastewater, and stormwater), 
• The fiscal impact on the Town. 

Key areas

The new MDP will create a vision for the future by tackling our Town’s most pressing topics, including: 

• Land Use Management 
  • Defining where new residential, commercial, and industrial developments will occur, while protecting natural landscapes and maintaining our town's unique heritage and character. 
• Transportation and Infrastructure
  • Planning for safe, efficient, sustainable transportation networks and essential infrastructure like water, sewer, and waste management systems.
• Housing and Community Services
  • Encouraging a diverse range of housing options and services to meet the needs of all residents, from young families to seniors and capitalize on existing infrastructure.
• Economic Development 
  • To build a strong, resilient local economy, we must support local businesses, attract new investments, and create job opportunities.
• Environmental Stewardship
  • Integrating environmental stewardship into all aspects of planning to protect the natural environment.
• Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Spaces
  • Enhancing our parks, recreational facilities, and cultural spaces to foster community connections and improve the quality of life for all residents.
• Managing our Tax Base and Service Delivery
  • Efficiently managing our tax base to support municipal services while balancing the needs of residents and businesses.