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Draper Flood Accommodation

To reduce the flood risk in Draper and support residents, the Municipality is developing a voluntary buyout program and a Household Flood Risk Reduction Grant.  

In March 2023, RMWB Council requested that appraisals be conducted on Draper properties that are eligible for the proposed voluntary buyout program being considered. These developed residential properties are located below the 1:200 year flood elevation level. 

The Municipality is offering free appraisals to determine the fair market value of these properties. This information will be provided in a report to Council to ensure these details are considered when finalizing the proposed voluntary buyout program for Draper.

Letters were delivered to residents at the beginning of May.

If you own any of the properties listed below, please contact the Municipality on or before May 12, 2023 by:

Email: draperfloodsupport@rmwb.ca or

Phone: 780-743-7000 

If you have questions or concerns, please review the Frequently Asked Questions or contact us via the email or phone number provided.

We are committed to keeping you informed as we formalize the flood accommodation options for the community of Draper and will share further updates as they become available.       

The following properties are eligible for an appraisal:
Properties 
  • 100 Garden Lane
  • 104 River Bend Close
  • 109 River Bend Close
  • 116 Garden Lane
  • 125 Garden Lane
  • 128 Garden Lane
  • 2190 Draper Road
  • 3242 Draper Road
  • 4470 Draper Road
  • 5882B Draper Road
  • 6214C Draper Road
  • 6214D Draper Road
  • 6214E Draper Road
  • 6552 Draper Road
  • 6622 Draper Road
  • 6725 Draper Road
  • 7880 Draper Road
  • Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 1622691

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who do I contact to have an appraisal completed? 
Please e-mail draperfloodsupport@rmwb.ca or call Pulse at (780) 743-7000 to express your interest in having an appraisal completed. A representative from the RMWB will reach out to you to discuss the process. 
Who is completing the appraisals on behalf of the RMWB?
Chalifour Denis and Associates will be conducting the appraisals on the eligible residential properties in Draper.
Can I hire my own appraiser to complete the appraisal?
The RMWB will not accept an appraisal from another company. The appraisals will be completed by Chalifour Denis and Associates on the RMWB’s behalf. 
Who do I contact to schedule an appointment?

After you have contacted the RMWB to indicate your interest in the appraisal process, you will be able to schedule an appointment through Chalifour Denis and Associates on the date and time that works best for you. 

Chalifour Denis and Associates 

Address: 3 – 412 Thickwood Boulevard 

Fort McMurray, AB  T9K1P1 

E-mail: chalifour@cdassociates.ca 

Phone: (780) 743-1331 

What is the time commitment for an appraisal?

The appraisal may take between 1 to 1 ½ hours to complete; the timing will depend on the number of structures being appraised. 

Will the appraisal company require access to the interior of my home/structures?

Yes. To determine the true market value of your home and structures, interior access is required. 

Do I need to be present when the appraiser completes the appraisal? 

You are not required to be present when the appraiser visits your home, but to complete an appraisal of the interior of the home/structures they will require access. It would be ideal for the homeowner to be present, but the homeowner may also arrange for other forms of access such as a neighbour, friend or providing an access code.
What if I opt out of having an appraisal completed? 
If you do not wish to have an appraisal completed, the market value of your home will not be reported to Council and will not be part of their decision-making process for the voluntary buyout program. 
What options are available if my property in Draper is not eligible for the proposed voluntary buyout program?
If your property is ineligible, you may be able to apply for the Draper Household Flood Risk Reduction Grant Program. The details on this program will be available in the near future. It is important to note the Draper Flood Risk Reduction Grant Program is draft and not yet approved.
What is the timeline for reporting to Council after the appraisals are completed? 
It is our intent to present the consolidated report before the summer recess begins on July 12, pending appraisal information is received from residents by the May 12 deadline.
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