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Motion No.
Drone Policy
February 27, 2024
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Purpose:
The purpose of this policy is to ensure that public safety, privacy and mitigation of adverse impacts to residents
and visitors, is upheld on municipal property and public lands within Kneehill County by ensuring commercial
drone (UAV — unmanned aerial vehicle) flights carry valid insurance and certification, as well as adhere to site
rules and regulations. Recreational drone use is not permitted on Kneehill County property.
Policy Guidelines:
1. No commercial drone use will occur on or over Kneehill County property until a Drone Permit
Application has been submitted and approved. This includes municipally — managed streets, sidewalks,
parks, campgrounds, vacant land, parking lots, pathways, trails, infrastructure, and green spaces.
2. Applicants / drone operators are responsible for complying with all federal, provincial, and municipal
regulations regarding the use of drones on and above public lands.
3. Drone (UAV) registration must comply with Transport Canada's regulations and requirements.
4. Drone operators must have, at minimum, a valid "Basic Operators License" but may be required to
hold an "Advanced Operators License" in compliance with Transport Canada's regulations and
restrictions.
5. Documentation of applicable, valid drone registration and operators license must be provided to
Kneehill County upon submission of application.
6. Flight plans must be approved by Kneehill County prior to any drone flight taking place.
7. Applicants must provide a certificate of liability insurance with Kneehill County named as additional
insured in the amount of $5,000,000,00 dollars.
8. Drone (UAV) operators must maintain visual line of sight at ALL times.
9. Drones (UAVs) must not fly within a 100 ft radius of people, vehicles, or buildings.
10. Drone Operators must comply with Transport Canada regulations regarding flight within airspace of
municipal airports, private airports, and permanent or temporary heliports.
11. Drones (UAVs) operated by Kneehill County staff or contractors hired by Kneehill County to complete
drone (UAV) work are exempt from completing a Drone Permit Application, however they must carry
valid drone (UAV) insurance, license, and registration.
12. Drones used for emergency services operations are exempt from completing a Drone Permit
Application.
13. If the Applicant or Drone Operator is flying over privately owned property, they must have permission
from the property owner.
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POLICY
Section
Policy No
Page
Parks
12-5
Z of 2
Policy Title
Date:
Motion No.
Drone Policy
February 27, 2024
41/24