Taza Park Purchase Lawyers
Essential Services for Taza Park
How Does Living At Taza Park Differ From Living In The City Of Calgary?
Living at Taza Park differs from living in the City of Calgary in numerous important ways. At Taza Park, key services such as policing are provided through the Tosguna Police Service, fire protection, and infrastructure maintenance are provided directly by the Tsuut’ina Nation versus by the City of Calgary.
Taza Park’s community is accessible to Calgary by way of the Calgary Ring Road & 37th Street S.W. Residents may enjoy lower property taxes, locally managed on-site services, and nature-focused amenities.
Why Do You Need A Purchase Lawyer?
Purchasing a property is likely one of the largest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. Having an experienced purchase lawyer assist you with the purchase will ensure that the work is done accurately, especially in situations as unique as leasehold purchases. Your lawyer will explain the key differences between a leasehold purchase agreement vs fee simple ownership. Ownership is structured differently with a leasehold purchase agreement as it carries different rights, responsibilities, long-term costs and resale implications.
What Will Your Real Estate Lawyer Do?
Real Estate Legal Searches
Before getting started, understanding the legal registrations on title is key. Therefore, our first step is to do tax and parcel searches on the property to learn of any registrations and potential problems.
Document Drafting
The real estate lawyer will draft all the documents required for buying your home and many of the mortgage documents. These also include the tenancy at will agreement. You will then be called to sign the real estate purchase documents. The real estate lawyer will also review documents that will allow the lease to be assigned to you as the purchaser and other associated documentation.
Real Estate Mortgage Lawyer
Your real estate lawyer will then send the documents to the Indian Land Registry office, purchase title insurance on your behalf and request mortgage money for the possession date.
Reporting
The last step is to send you and the mortgage lender an initial and then final report on the transaction. This can take some time, so if there are any documents you require immediately, let your real estate lawyer know.
Essential Service Providers in Taza Park
911 (Province of Alberta)
Emergency 911 services in Taza operate in alignment with service standards across Alberta.
Bylaw Enforcement & Non-Emergency Calls (403-310-TAZA) – Tsuut’ina Development Authority (“TDA”)
The TDA manages and responds to non-emergency matters with relation to property and community matters. This differs from living in Calgary where as individuals would contact 311.
Education (Alberta Education)
Students living in Taza who are not members of the Tsuut’ina Nation are classified as “resident students” and are eligible for provincially funded education. Students may enroll in schools within surrounding public school systems similar to as if the student lived in the City of Calgary.
Electrical (ENMAX)
ENMAX supplies electricity to Taza villages and residents will receive bills directly for service. Electricity for residents will only be available thru this service provider as opposed to choosing from several other providers if living inside the City of Calgary.
EMS – Ambulance (Alberta Health Services)
Emergency Medical Services for Taza are provided by Alberta Health Services. This remains the same throughout the province of Alberta and doesn’t differ from living in the City of Calgary.
Fire & Rescue (Tsuut’ina Nation Fire Department and City of Calgary)
The Tsuut’ina Nation Fire Department delivers fire and rescue services, which is supported by a secondary response agreement with the City of Calgary. This will allow for the Tsuut’ina Nation Fire Department & the City of Calgary work together to in assisting residents along the south western border of the City of Calgary.
Garbage, Recycling & Compost Collection – Tsuut’ina Development Authority (TDA)
The TDA sets policies and oversees garbage, recycling, and compost collection services within the Taza village. The TDA will have their own collection times set out that will differ from the City of Calgary’s Blue, Green and Black bin program.
Legislation & Bylaws (Tsuut’ina Nation)
The Tsuut’ina Nation enacts and approves bylaws governing matters such as noise, parking, and traffic within Taza villages. This will differ in the City of Calgary with bylaw enforcement and peace officers.
Mail Delivery (Canada Post)
Once addressing is registered by the Tsuut’ina Development Authority upon builder request, Canada Post delivers mail to Taza properties in the same manner as other Alberta municipalities.
Natural Gas (ATCO)
ATCO owns and operates the natural gas distribution system serving Taza villages. Residents may choose their preferred retail gas provider, similar to options available in Calgary.
Police (Tosguna Tsuut’ina Nation Police Service)
Tosguna has served as the primary policing authority for the Tsuut’ina Nation since 2004. A Mutual Assistance Agreement is in place with the Calgary Police Service. Residents will contact the Tosguna Police services vs the Calgary Police Service.
Property Assessments, Taxes & Appeals (Taza Township)
Property assessments and appeals are governed by the Tsuut’ina Nation Property Assessment Law, 2018. Assessment timelines and processes are comparable to those of Alberta municipalities. Residents will not receive property tax assessments from the City of Calgary.
Property Taxes (Taza Township)
Property taxes are levied and administered by Taza Township under the First Nations Fiscal Management Act. Revenues collected support Taza villages, residents, and local businesses. Property taxes are not made payable to the City of Calgary.
Roads & Public Realm Maintenance (Tsuut’ina Development Authority) – TDA
Public roads and infrastructure in Taza villages will be transferred to the Tsuut’ina Nation following issuance of the Final Acceptance Certificate (FAC), consistent with processes used by the City of Calgary. After dedication, the TDA assumes responsibility for maintenance, snow clearing, street sweeping, landscaping, and repairs. Similar to the City of Calgary but under Tsuut’ina public works department.
Sewer (City of Calgary)
Sewer services are provided under a Master Service Agreement between the Tsuut’ina Nation and the City of Calgary. Billing for sewer services in Taza villages is issued directly by the Tsuut’ina Development Authority. Taza park depends on the infrastructure from the City of Calgary while managing its own internal sewer network.
Snow Removal – Tsuut’ina Development Authority (TDA)
The TDA establishes policies and performs snow removal on public roads and infrastructure throughout Taza villages. The Tsuut’ina Development Authority has snow route parking bans similar to that of the City of Calgary.
Transit (Tsuut’ina Nation and City of Calgary / Calgary Transit)
A Service Agreement between the Tsuut’ina Nation and the City of Calgary allows Calgary Transit service to Taza villages. A tentative agreement is in place for Buffalo Run, with discussions ongoing for Taza Park. Transit service levels will correspond with development progress. Existing transit for the City of Calgary runs along 37th Street S.W. & Grey Eagle Blvd S.W. nearby.
Water (City of Calgary)
Water services are provided under a Master Service Agreement between the Tsuut’ina Nation and the City of Calgary. Water billing for Taza villages is issued directly by the TDA. The Taza Water Reservoir will help supply the increase in water demands due to growth in the Tsuut’ina Nation and Calgary.
Kahane Law Office Can Help!
When in doubt, have a real estate lawyer assist you and explain the difference in the leasehold interest so you know your rights and obligations under the contract. Often email is the fastest way to reach our team since it allows you to provide details. Email our team directly here. We also love calls. Call us at 403-225-8810 locally in Calgary, Alberta. In addition, feel free to call us toll-free at 1-877-225-8817. No matter how you reach us, we enjoy helping when you need us.
This publication is provided as an information service and may include items reported from other sources. We do not warrant its accuracy. This information is not meant as legal opinion or advice.