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Minister Dan Williams
Dan Williams was sworn in as the Minister of Municipal Affairs on May 16, 2025.
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Municipal Affairs outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Accomplishments
The first set of legislative changes, aimed at reducing regulatory burden on Alberta’s municipalities, has been passed with Bill 25 – the Red Tape Reduction Implementation Act.
Alberta is the first province in Canada to allow taller wood building construction. Advancements in fire protection and technology mean we can do so without compromising safety.
Since Spring 2019, the Safety Codes Council has been eliminating duplicative paperwork and moving services online where possible, including for appeals, accreditation applications, and permit administration.
The oil and gas sector can now rely on registered engineers to authenticate equipment rather than upgrade or alter existing equipment, or engage a third-party inspection agency.
Government is focused on protecting the rights of landowners and operators and ensuring fair and timely hearings. We have made an investment of $1.7 million in staff and board members for the Alberta Surface Rights Board.
Key information
Growing neighbourhoods responsibly
Provincial policy statement on infill development
Residential infill in the province should support Albertans’ goals of home ownership in safe, affordable, attractive, livable family friendly communities that reflect Alberta’s distinct values and heritage. Municipalities should ensure:
- site density and the number of dwelling units per lot are generally compatible with the established character of the neighbourhood and the location of the infill site in relation to transportation, water supply, and amenities
- as-of-right development is balanced with discretionary approval mechanisms where necessary to ensure developments are compatible with surrounding development
- building heights respect the existing scale of the neighbourhood
- sufficient on-site parking is provided to minimize impacts on neighbouring properties and maintain traffic flow
Our responsibilities
The ministry helps municipalities provide well-managed, collaborative, and accountable local government to Albertans. We also provide:
- funding supports for municipalities
- a system that strives to ensure appropriate safety standards for the construction and maintenance of buildings and equipment
- protections for new home buyers and required licensing for home builders
- province-wide support for access to public library services for Albertans
- safety codes, standards, and supports under the Safety Codes Act
- management of about 2.6 million acres of public land in the province's three Special Areas
- independent review and decisions on local matters by the Land and Property Rights Tribunal
In focus
Property tax incentives
Latest news
- Oct 8, 2026
Alberta’s government is taking action to address high-density infill and support quality infill housing while preserving the character of established neighbourhoods.
- Jul 20, 2026
Minister of Municipal Affairs Dan Williams is touring Alberta communities to meet local leaders and discuss priorities.
- Jul 19, 2026
A joint ministers’ statement has been issued following a tornado and severe weather in west central Alberta affecting Rocky Mountain House and Clearwater County: