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IA SF2146
Bill
Status
3/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Local Government
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AI Summary
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Prohibits Iowa cities from assessing fines against abutting property owners for failure to remove snow and ice from sidewalks or maintain property between lot lines and curb lines on public streets
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Property owners remain responsible for snow/ice removal within a reasonable time and may still be held civilly liable for damages caused by failure to use reasonable care in maintenance
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Cities may still perform required maintenance if property owners fail to act, then assess material costs, direct labor costs, and an administrative fee up to $20 against the property owner
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Requires cities to provide notice of violations and an opportunity to appeal or demonstrate hardship before assessing any costs or fees
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment and applies retroactively to June 13, 2024
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the responsibility and liability of property owners for public places in cities, prohibiting fines, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SSB 1118.)
Last Action
Read first time, passed on file. H.J. 464.
3/2/2026