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IA HF652
Bill
Status
4/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Local Government
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AI Summary
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Amends Iowa Code sections 335.15 (county zoning) and 414.12 (city zoning) to add new subsection 4 granting boards of adjustment authority to approve variances from zoning ordinances on appeal
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Authorizes variances from area, dimensional, or other numerical limitations including minimum lot size, setbacks, yard widths, height, bulk, sidewalks, fencing, signage, and off-street parking requirements
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Requires property owners seeking variances to prove that practical difficulties are unique to their property, not self-created, and that strict enforcement would prevent beneficial use of the property
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Mandates that granted variances must not be contrary to public interest, must observe the spirit of the ordinance, and must not significantly alter the essential character of the surrounding neighborhood
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Effective date: July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
A bill for an act concerning county and city regulation of real property and the powers granted to a board of adjustment. (Formerly HF 415.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.
Last Action
Signed by Governor. H.J. 1073.
4/25/2025