Permits are issued at the Engineering Services department (403-342-8158) when a temporary closure is required in order to accommodate the construction or maintenance of a property. There is a charge for this service based on the size of the requirement and the length of time of the closure.

• A full or partial road, sidewalk and/or lane closure (hoarding)
• Meter hooding
• City owned parking stalls

Meter Hooding

To have a parking meter hooded, please contact the Engineering Services department at 403-342-8158. They will require the meter number (shown on each meter) to be hooded and the duration the hooding is required. Applicable charges will apply.

Hoarding

Hoarding is another term for using a portion of the sidewalk, laneway or roadway for a temporary period to accommodate construction or maintenance of a property. There is a charge for this service based on the size of the hoarding and the length of time you wish to use it.

For more information please refer to the Use of Streets Bylaw 3161/96 (pdf).

Please contact the Inspections & Licensing department for permits associated with parades, races and block parties.