Zoning & land use in Iowa local government
What Iowa city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about zoning & land use — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,616 Iowa meetings since 2024 covered zoning & land use. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Iowa with the most zoning & land use activity
- Davenport, IA (166)
- Linn County, IA (155)
- Dubuque County, IA (94)
- Bondurant, IA (68)
- Marshalltown, IA (64)
- Independence, IA (64)
- North Liberty, IA (62)
- Muscatine County, IA (53)
- Dana, IA (53)
- Waukee, IA (49)
- Pella, IA (46)
- Fort Dodge, IA (38)
Latest matching meetings
Special Use Permit hearing for Christopher R. and Anne M. Hennessy
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will approve the minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting and then hold a public hearing on a special‑use permit application (BA#08‑25‑26) submitted by Christopher R. and Anne M. Hennessy. No other agenda items are listed.
City to hear childcare facility permit request
The City of Grandview will hold two public hearings to consider a Special Use Permit for a childcare facility at 304 E. Criner Street. The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on July 30, and the City Council will meet on August 3.
Planning & Zoning to consider rezoning 1020 N 10th Street
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a specific rezoning request. The body will also review and approve minutes from the May 29, 2026 meeting.
Marshall County boards hold special work session on renewable energy
The Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and Conservation Board are holding a special work session regarding renewable energy. The agenda consists of public notices for the meeting.
Board of Supervisors discusses data center ordinance and land suitability
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing framework documents and a roadmap for a data center ordinance. The meeting includes a review of the 2013 Comprehensive Plan and initial suitability mapping for infrastructure and land use.
Webster County Public Safety Authority holds first organizational meeting
The Webster County Public Safety Authority holds its first meeting to elect officers, adopt bylaws, and establish rules of procedure. The body is created to finance and operate a new public safety facility.
Council approves road, park, and alcohol sales contracts
The Clive City Council will approve payments for road reconstruction, park construction, and alcohol sales licenses. The meeting includes a public hearing on a soil quality restoration program and a discussion on housing assistance.
City Council approves $1.28 M FAA grant for airport taxiway reconstruction
The Davenport City Council will vote on a series of ordinances, rezoning requests, contract awards, grant agreements, and liquor license applications. Items include a new Registered Subcontractor classification, a rezoning of 2721 North Harrison Street, and a $1,277,272 FAA grant for the Taxiway C Reconstruction…
City Council approves $421,850 Business Highway 75 South patching project
At the July 21 regular meeting, the Le Mars City Council held a hearing on the Business Highway 75 South Patching Project and voted to adopt a resolution approving its plans, specifications, contract form, and estimated cost. The project is estimated at $421,850 and will be funded from the city's TIF or Road Use Tax…
City Council to approve $8.29 million in bills for March‑May 2026 expenses
The Muscatine City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of July 7 and July 14 meeting minutes and several permits. It will vote on bills totaling $8,290,958.17 for March‑May 2026 and a purchase order for street repair at 315 Parham St. The council will also hold a public hearing on…
Zoning Commission to review plat approvals and three rezoning cases
The Zoning Commission is meeting to consider several final and preliminary plats for land division. The body will also review three requests to change the zoning designations of specific properties.
Planning Board to consider Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant site plan
The Planning Board will review an amended site plan for New Providence Wings LLC to convert a gym into a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant. The board will also hold a public hearing on amendments to the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.
Board of Adjustment to consider variance for 507 E Anson Street
The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review a variance application. The meeting focuses on a specific property request at 507 E Anson Street.
Council to consider adding Data Center Exclusive Use District to zoning code
The Palo City Council will meet on July 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at 2800 Hollenbeck Road. The council will consider a third‑reading and final adoption of Ordinance 93‑2026, which would add Section 165.16a creating a Data Center Exclusive Use District to the city’s zoning regulations. The agenda…
Webster City Council to consider $140,800 construction services contract
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Hamilton County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Members are also deciding on a residential tax abatement renewal and updates to golf cart definitions in the city code.
City Council to review $1 million YMCA construction payment
The City Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, public safety purchases, and local event permits. Key items include construction pay estimates and a second reading of park regulations.
Council to discuss and possibly act on the Capital Improvement Plan
The Gilbert City Council will discuss the Capital Improvement Plan prepared by Snyder and & Associates and Northland. Council members will also consider several payment resolutions, a bridge replacement project, and a main‑street reconstruction progress payment. Additional items include a fund‑transfer authorization…
City Council will approve a $121,485 purchase of a 2027 dump truck chassis
The council will consider items on the consent agenda, including routine approvals and a $121,485 purchase of a 2027 International dump truck chassis for Public Works. It will vote on several license renewals and new retail alcohol licenses, temporary street‑closure permits for August events, and multiple contracts…
Council to consider special election for capital improvements reserve fund levy
The Oskaloosa City Council will adopt the consent agenda, approve June 2026 financial reports, and consider several routine payments and appointments. Council members will discuss a resolution to call a special election on establishing a capital‑improvements reserve fund and an annual levy. Additional items include a…
City Council to award $6.5 million water and sanitary project contract
The Bondurant City Council will consider awarding a contract for the Water Transmission and Sanitary Force Main Project. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a vicious dog determination and vote on several infrastructure payments and grant applications.
Commission will consider UDC amendment to permit data centers with nuclear power in EU-2
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and make recommendations on several land‑addition cases, including the Knapp Walnut Grove Farm additions, Notbohm Addition, Corridor Energy First Addition, and Boland Farm Addition. It will also consider miscellaneous amendments to the Unified Development Code and a…
Board to approve hiring, road closures, and sale of parcels
The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors will consider hiring staff, approving road closures for a UTV ride, and authorizing the sale of two parcels at public auction. The meeting also includes public hearings on construction permits and land sales.
Board holds public hearing on Lantern Hill development changes and variances
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on July 20, 2026, including a request from Lantern Hill New Providence LLC for an extension of time to amend its major site plan approval. The applicant seeks to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 units to 85 health care units, and obtain…
City Council will approve a contract with Tyler Technologies for MyGov transition.
The Indianola City Council meeting will consider several resolutions, including public hearings on easement vacation and an urban revitalization plan, renewals of liquor licenses, and contracts for police, streetlights, and fire services. A key decision is the authorization of a contract with Tyler Technologies for…
Board will consider flood elevation alternative for new home at 3005 W. Canal Shore Drive
The Le Claire Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on July 16, 2026 to receive comments and consider action on CASE #26-03, a flood‑elevation alternative request. The request, submitted by Daniel & Patricia Tucker of 480 W. Creekwood Drive, Palatine, IL, proposes building an elevated foundation for a new…
Commission to review Reimagine Marshalltown Comprehensive Plan
The Plan Zoning Commission will consider a recommendation for the Reimagine Marshalltown Comprehensive Plan. The body will also discuss the schedule for a data center regulation project.
City Council to consider rezoning, paving contracts, and liquor licenses
The Davenport Committee of the Whole will discuss rezoning a property on North Harrison Street, approve paving contracts for neighborhood streets and alleys, and consider liquor license applications and event closures.
Board considers rezoning and final plat for Elf Lane in Cedar Rapids
The Board of Supervisors will consider a final request to rezone 9.29 acres on Elf Lane from Agricultural to Rural Residential 2-Acre. The board is also deciding on various FY27 provider agreements for substance abuse and children's mental health services. Other items include equipment purchases and copier leases.
Subcommittee to review Unified Development Code overview
This is a meeting of the Board of Health Ordinance Subcommittee. The agenda includes a presentation on the Dubuque County Unified Development Code by MSA Professional Services, along with an update on ordinance enforcement. Public comments are accepted both for agenda items and non-agenda items.
Board to consider sign variance for McKay Insurance at 106 E. Main Street
The Board of Adjustment will consider a request from Scott Ziller and Todd Chambers of McKay Insurance for two zoning variances. The request seeks to allow a projecting wall sign that extends 47 inches from the building and over the public right of way.
Council to approve $121,776 payment for Summit Street water main project
The Center Point City Council will consider several resolutions, including a payment of $121,776.23 to Rathje Construction for the Summit Street Water Main Project. Other items include the first reading of Ordinance #517, approval of a final plat for the Klawiter First Addition, and an agreement with the Iowa Economic…
Commission to consider zoning amendment for fences in utility easements
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 18.60.015. The body will also review two separate property subdivision requests.
Commission considers allowing tattoo shops in East Davenport
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to amend the zoning ordinance. The proposal seeks to allow body modification establishments as permitted principal uses in the C-V Village of East Davenport Zoning District.
Davenport City Council to discuss proposed URTE revisions
The City Council will meet for a management update and discussion session. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding proposed URTE revisions.
Council to consider $1M HVAC contract, police chief transition, housing plan
The New Providence Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda containing 25 resolutions and introduce four ordinances. Key actions include authorizing a $1,027,560 HVAC upgrade for the municipal building, appointing a new police chief, and advancing affordable housing plans. The council will also consider road…
Council considers utility easements and street improvements on Melrose Avenue
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding utility easement agreements and underground utility projects on Melrose Avenue. Additionally, the council may approve staff salary increases, liquor license renewals, and a water main project at Grand Avenue & Sunset Street.
Commission to review plats and site plans for Autumn Valley and Waukee Towne Center
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land development items. These include a final plat for Autumn Valley West Plat 2, as well as preliminary and final plats for Waukee Towne Center Plat 7.
Coralville Council considers $33 million bond refinancing and several land use changes
The City Council will consider a $33,000,000.00 bond refinancing to convert adjustable-rate debt from 2016-2018 into fixed-rate debt. Other items include site plan amendments for IRL Parkview, land use changes for Oakdale Overlook, and a speed limit reduction on Highway 6.
City Council to consider water and sewer utility rate increases
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a Water Revenue Loan and consider the final adoption of ordinances to increase water and sewer utility rates. The body will also review several subdivision agreements and a preliminary site plan for Creekside South II.
Planning and Zoning Commission discusses site plan and sidewalk waiver
The commission will consider a site plan for Culver’s at 1901 North Jefferson Way and a related sidewalk waiver. The meeting also includes a potential zoning code amendment for Chapter 165.05.