Calgary River Lots
Now Selling
Six residential parcels along the Elbow River in Roxboro offered for sale by the Government of Alberta.
Dennis Plintz: 587-317-8347Jeff Jackson: 587-872-7093
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Buyers and their representatives to conduct their own due diligence.
Background
In June 2013, southern Alberta experienced one of the most significant flood events in Canadian history. Heavy rainfall across the Rocky Mountains and foothills caused the Bow and Elbow Rivers to rise rapidly.In Calgary:- Over 100,000 people were evacuated- Major infrastructure was damaged- Entire neighbourhoods along the Elbow River flooded- Following the event, the Government of Alberta began a long-term flood mitigation strategy.As part of that strategy:- 17 properties in high-risk areas were purchased by the province- Major upstream flood mitigation projects have significantly reduced the flood risk for these properties.- Six parcels are now being offered for sale
SR1 Flood Mitigation
The Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir (SR1) is a major flood mitigation project designed to protect Calgary from future flooding along the Elbow River. The community of Roxboro is now protected to about a 1-in-200 year flood level for overland flooding.Key facts:- Located west of Calgary in Springbank
- Designed to temporarily store floodwater during extreme rainfall events
- Reduces downstream flood risk to Calgary communities
- During major storms, water from the Elbow River can be diverted into the reservoir where it is safely stored and later released once river levels decline.
- Subject to the City Of Calgary adopting new provincial flood maps, the lots being offered will no longer considered to be in the floodway. Updated flood maps moved these lots out of the 'Floodway' and will be proposed to be 'Groundwater Flood Fringe'.
- The project is a central component of Alberta’s flood mitigation strategy.More details, here:
Springbank SR1 Off Stream Reservoir
River Lots
Six riverfront lots offered for sale:Lot 12: 312 Roxboro Road
$1,800,000
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View full information packageLot 13: 310 Roxboro Road
$1,800,000
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View full information packageLot 14: 220 Roxboro Road
$3,000,000
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View full information packageLot 15: 122 Roxboro Road
$2,400,000
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View full information packageLot 16: 116 Roxboro Road
$2,400,000
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View full information packageLot 17: 112 Roxboro Road
$1,750,000
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View full information packageOffers may be submitted at any time; however, the Government of Alberta will only review offers after their mandatory advertising period has concluded. Please ensure all offers are in prior to the below dates. The proposed review dates have been set forward by the Government:- Lot 17, 112 Roxboro: Tues, April 7.
- Lot 16, 116 Roxboro: Thurs, April 9.
- Lot 15, 122 Roxboro: Mon, April 13.
- Lot 13, 310 Roxboro: Mon, April 20.
- Lot 12, 312 Roxboro: Wed, April 22.
- Lot 14, 220 Roxboro: Mon, April 27.
Lot 12: 312 Roxboro Road
View listing on Realtor.caPLAN: 190 AJ
BLOCK 53
LOTS 17 AND 18
EXCEPTING OUT OF LOT 17 THE MOST WESTERLY 2 FEET THROUGHOUTDownload:
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Lot 13: 310 Roxboro Road
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BLOCK 53
LOTS 19 AND 20Download:
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Lot 14: 220 Roxboro Road
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BLOCK 54
LOTS 1 TO 3 INCLUSIVEDownload:
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Lot 15: 122 Roxboro Road
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BLOCK 54
LOT 25Download:
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Lot 16: 116 Roxboro Road
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LOT 26Download:
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Lot 17: 112 Roxboro Road
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LOT 27Download:
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Purchase Process
The six river lots will be listed on the MLS® System of the Calgary Real Estate Board and will be publicly available on Realtor.ca.The Government of Alberta requires a mandatory two-week advertising period.Offers may be submitted at any time; however, the Government of Alberta will only review offers after their mandatory advertising period has concluded. The proposed review dates have been set forward by the Government:- Lot 17, 112 Roxboro: Tues, April 7.
- Lot 16, 116 Roxboro: Thurs, April 9.
- Lot 15, 122 Roxboro: Mon, April 13.
- Lot 13, 310 Roxboro: Mon, April 20.
- Lot 12, 312 Roxboro: Wed, April 22.
- Lot 14, 220 Roxboro: Mon, April 27.In the event that multiple offers are received on any given lot, the seller will review them in accordance with the government's established process.Escalation clauses, or any term that effectively increases a buyer's bid in a competing offer situation, will not be accepted. Buyers and encouraged to submit their best offer.Buyers who have representation may work with their REALTOR® to prepare and submit an offer. Buyers without representation may request a Customer Due Diligence and Purchase Package from the seller’s representatives, Dennis Plintz and Jeff Jackson.All buyers should request the Customer Due Diligence package from Jeff Jackson by using the Contact Us form or by downloading from the River Lots page.
FAQs
Property & DevelopmentWhat type of home can be built on these lots?
These parcels are designated for residential development. Buyers should confirm allowable building forms, setbacks, and design requirements with the City Of Calgary. Each of these lots has registered on title a restrictive covenant that restricts development to one dwelling house for each 50' of lot frontage. Owners in the area have informed the Government of Alberta of their intent to enforce these covenants. Land title certificates will be made available to interested parties.Are there architectural controls or design guidelines?
Certain development restrictions may apply to preserve the character of the river corridor and ensure appropriate building standards. Buyers shall review any restrictive covenants and municipal land use regulations prior to submitting an offer.Are there special considerations on what may be built on these lots?
If the City of Calgary approves upcoming bylaw changes, future homes may need (i) waterproof basement foundations, (ii) elevated mechanical/electrical systems, (iii) sewer backflow valves, (iv) proper drainage, and (v) 6M setback from the floodway boundary. The City of Calgary may have additional contextual setback requirements that also apply.Flood Mitigation & SafetyWhy are these lots being sold by the Province of Alberta?
Following the 2013 Calgary flood, the Province purchased a number of properties along the Elbow River as part of a flood mitigation strategy. Certain parcels are now being released for private ownership.What does SR1 stand for?
SR1 is the acronym for Springbank Reservoir, also known as the Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir. With the Springbank Reservoir now complete, operation and operating alongside the Glenmore Reservoir to store and control floodwater. Areas along the elbow river are significantly more protected. Overall, Calgary has reduced the flood risk by roughly 70% since 2013.Does the Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir (SR1) protect this area?
The Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir is a major flood mitigation project designed to reduce flood risk along the Elbow River and protect Calgary communities downstream.Can I obtain property insurance for homes built here?
Insurance availability and coverage levels vary by provider and individual property characteristics. Buyers are encouraged to consult an insurance professional prior to purchasing.How is Flood Fringe defined?
Flood Fringe is the classification that takes into consideration the flood protection (barriers, SR1) and groundwater risk for land during a major event like a 1-in-100 or 1-in-200 year flood. Floodwaters would be expected to be slower, shallower and less destructive than floodway areas.When was Roxboro assessed as flood fringe?
The flood assessments, studies, modelling and mitigation conducted by the City and Province since 2013 have informed updated maps in 2023 with additional updates in 2025. The reclassification of Roxboro was largely a result of SR1 flood mitigation, groundwater risk and updated data. The city of calgary is finalizing regulatory adoption through 2026.What is the Bow and Elbow River Flood Study conducted by the Province of Alberta?The Bow and Elbow River Flood Study assesses and identifies river-related hazards along 72 km of the Bow River and 66 km of the Elbow River, as well as 1 km of Bragg Creek and 7 km of Lott Creek....The study was completed between July 2017 and May 2025, and was finalized on May 15, 2025.
AB Final Flood MapsPurchase ProcessHow are offers submitted?
Offers must be submitted using the provided Alberta Residential Land Purchase Contract and are subject to review by the Province of Alberta. Buyers with agents will have access to the documents through the MLS system. Unrepresented buyers will be provided a purchase package through the Listing agents, Dennis Plintz and Jeff Jackson, at Century 21 Masters.Are conditional offers permitted?
The Vendor will evaluate all offers including those that have conditions precedent.How will offers be evaluated?
The Province will review submitted offers according to its internal evaluation process. Price and terms may both be considered. No offers will be accepted by the Province until after a two week mandatory advertising period has passed.Can buyers assemble multiple parcels?
Yes, purchasing multiple parcels including adjoining parcels is possible. Offers are to accurately detail this intent.
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