Keosauqua

Any exterior structure constructed in a permanent manner, including new dwellings, garages, additions, fences, sidewalks, decks, breezeways, porches, storage sheds, and moving a structure onto a property

• Exempt Sidewalks that do not connect to city property do not require permits
• Exempt Driveways that do not connect to city streets do not require permits
• Exempt Rebuilding decks does not require a permit unless dimensions change

Building code

The application certifies compliance with the municipal code and state law; a specific edition was not clearly stated in the public packet reviewed

Owner-builder

Application asks whether the owner owns the property; no separate owner-builder rule was published

Contractor requirements

Contractor name must be listed on the application; no separate licensing rule published in the packet

1. 01
   Submit the Building/Zoning Permit Application to City Hall or by email by the week before the 2nd Tuesday of the month for council consideration
2. 02
   All permits must be submitted and approved before construction starts
3. 03
   Once approved, the permit is valid for one year

Typical processing time: Council schedule based; no fixed day-count published

Source: City Hall / City Council, with permit review through the city clerk and zoning administration ↗

• Call 319-293-3536 (phone)
• demolition permit requires at least 48 hours advance notice for sewer and water disconnection inspections (phone)

Typical sequence: Submit to city hall or email, council reviews, permit issues, then inspection/disconnection steps as applicable

Demo permit warns inspection fees may apply if the permit is not returned within 90 days of issuance