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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLand Use Planning FAQ Tsuut’ina Nation Lands and Environment Research Department 48 Bullhead Road Tsuut’ina, AB. T2W 6H6 Phone: 403-281-0754 Fax. 403-251-1224 F.A.Q. Sheet Land Use Planning 1 LUP FAQ Sheet August 17, 2022 Frequently Asked Questions about Land Use Plans Source: NALMA Land Use Planning Toolkit, 2017 Question: Answer: What is a Land Use Plan (LUP)? The process of planning an orderly allocation of land, community resources, facilities and services with a view to maintaining and improving the physical environment and the economical and social conditions of the community. What are the benefits of an LUP? The whole community benefits because the LUPP can proactively implement positive change, while also protecting the priorities and values of the community for future generations. This change can include such things as economic development, protection of traditional use lands, maintaining a sound environmental program. Why is an LUP important? Land Use planning is a tool for moving towards sustainability through long-range planning and through balancing the well-being of the environment with the social and economic well-being of residents. Why do we need a LUP? To better manage resources; to identify areas of opportunity and resolve any problems with the land as it is currently being used. How is an LUP developed? Once a vision is established for the future of the reserve, input from the community is analyzed along with mapping and surveying of the land, then goals are defined. Is the Community normally involved in the development of an LUP? Yes through meeting with members of the community, open houses, information surveys and community meetings. What type of information will be collected from the Citizens? Through focus groups and surveys, Citizens are asked to bring forward there recommendations, comments and other feedback for areas such as: Hunting, New Lands, DND Lands, Cultural Sites, Custom Land Holdings, Wilderness, Water, Climate Change and other Land & Environment Issues. Will the community be involved in the process? Yes, through meetings with Elders, open houses, membership surveys and community meetings. Who will be involved in the planning process? Chief and Council, the Planning Committee and the community at large Who will be on the planning committee? Representative from Lands, Economic Development, Environment, a planner, a surveyor, and Elder, A youth, Legal Counsel Who is responsible for LUP/communication strategy/review process? The Lands Admin Portfolio in collaboration with the Governance Portfolio. The Lands and Environment Research Department will be the lead. How much will this cost and how will it be funded? There are different funding streams available such as the NALMA Land Use Planning Initiative. Lands and Environment Research Department F.A.Q. Sheet – Land Use Planning LUP FAQ Sheet August 17, 2022 2 What s the timeline to develop the plan? 1-3 years depending on funding availability Will there be a vote on the final plan? Chief and Council and the Land Advisory Committee will need to decide in the near future of a date the final Land Use Plan will be completed and ready for the Citizens to ratify. How will the plan be ratified? As per our legislative process act, it could be ratified through Stream A for a Citizen Vote. This decision will need to be decided in the near future. As a living document, how often is the LUP document reviewed and updated? The LUP, as a living document, can be adapted to changing needs, opportunities, and problems. The ongoing progress will be reviewed annually and the plan will be updated according to the findings of the review. Which lands are included in the Land Use Plan? See attached map of the current areas including; residential, industrial, environmentally sensitive and cultural/traditional uses. What will our LUP address? The plan will address allocation of land, community resources, facilities, and services with a view to maintaining and improving the physical environment and the economical and social conditions of the community. Will we lose reserve land if it zoned commercial? No the land will till be part of reserve lands. Will it affect current land holdings and allotments? No, current land holdings will not change Why do we need it now? As our population is growing and our demands on the land, we need to plan and zone our lands to ensure they are protected and sustained for future generations. How will the LUP be implemented? The document includes an Action Plan that prioritizes projects; as well procedures, policies will be put in place for implementing projects with by-laws to ensure compliance to regulations. How will the community be updated? Information will be provided through out website, our newsletters and through social media. How can the community be engaged so that members can provide input? The community’s input will be sought through meetings with Elders, open houses, Citizen surveys, community meetings will be held to discuss progress and answer questions. You can also contact the Lands Office at any time.