Request to Conditionally Rezone Property at West 32nd StreetCity of Dubuque
City Council
PUBLIC HEARINGS # 1.
Copyrighted
September 15, 2025
ITEM TITLE: Request to Conditionally Rezone Property at West 32nd
Street
SUMMARY: Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider a
request from Sherry Ehrlich to rezone property at West 32nd
Street - PIN 1016227007, from R-1 Single -Family Residential
to ORc Office Residential with conditions, and Zoning
Advisory Commission recommending approval.
ORDINANCE Amending Title 16 Of The City Of Dubuque
Code Of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, By
Reclassifying Hereinafter Described Property Located At
3185 West 32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) From R-1 Single -
Family Residential District To OR Office Residential District
With Conditions As Established In The Attached
Memorandum Of Agreement
SUGGUESTED Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. ZAC Ltr to CC
2. Application
3. Vicinity Map
4. Notification Map
5. Staff Memo - Remanded
6. Applicant Docs
7. Turnis - Public Input_32nd St REZ ORc
8. Heitzman - Public Input_ 32nd St REZ ORc
9. Staff Report - W 32nd St REZ OR
10. Previous Public Input for rezoning from R-1 to OR
11. Site Photos
12. Applicant Ltr To Neighbors
13. R-1 Zoning Regulations
14. OR Zoning Regulations
15. Ordinance w/ MOA
16. Executed Memorandum of Agreement
17. Presentation
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Planning Services Department
City Hall
50 West 1311, Street
Dubuque, IA 52001-4864
(563) 589-4210 phone
(563) 589-4221 fax
(563) 690-6678 TDD
planning@ci!yofdubuque.org
THE CITY OF
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The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
City of Dubuque
City Hall — 50 W. 13t" Street
Dubuque IA 52001
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September 9, 2025
Applicant- Sherry Ehrlich
Location: West 32nd Street -PIN 1016227007
Description: To rezone property from R-1 Single -Family Residential to ORc Office
Residential with conditions
Dear Mayor and City Council Members:
The City of Dubuque Zoning Advisory Commission has reviewed the above -cited request.
The application, staff report and related materials are attached for your review.
Discussion
Pat Norton, Buesing & Associates, 1212 Locust Street, spoke on behalf of the applicants,
Sherry and Rick Ehrlich. He recapped the rezoning request review history from the past
month. He stated the applicants are seeking to rezone the property to ORc Office
Residential with conditions. He noted the lot size is .53 acres, which limits potential
development on the site. He described the surrounding zoning districts and stated that
ORc would serve as a transition from more intense uses to the north. He listed the allowed
uses in the R-1 district and stated that under the proposed ORc district all uses would be
removed except general office and single-family dwelling within an existing structure. He
stated the owners would like to construct an office building, and that the property could
be used for office or single-family residential in the future.
Mr. Norton stated that under the current R-1 zoning district, the lot could be split into two
lots, each with a single-family residence and an accessory dwelling unit, which is
permitted by recent state legislation. He stated this would allow four residential units on
the property. He stated this would be a secondary development option, but the applicant's
preference is a real estate office. He stated that traffic generated by a realtor's office
would be approximately fourteen trips per day, compared to twenty-eight trips from two
single-family homes. He stated the applicants spoke with neighbors regarding their plans
and reported that neighbors were generally supportive of the general office site plan.
The Commission asked about the difference between the three site plan layouts in the
packet. Mr. Norton stated that two proposals show possible development under the
current R-1 zoning district, which would allow subdivision into two lots with a single-family
dwelling and accessory dwelling unit on each lot. He stated the third site plan shows the
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applicant's desired layout under the ORc zoning district, with a 2,000-2,500 square foot
realtor's office designed with a residential appearance on the south elevation and parking
and signage on the north.
Ron and Joan Heitzman, 3152 West 32nd Street, spoke regarding the proposed rezoning.
She stated that Mr. Ehrlich has reached out to members of the neighborhood and she
had a chance to speak with him regarding their development goals for the property. She
stated that she had hoped to see a single-family residence on the lot with family activities.
She said she's alarmed by the new state law on accessory dwelling units and the
possibilities it creates for future development. She said of the three options presented by
the applicant, she prefers the office site development because it can't be subdivided or
have accessory dwellings, and there would be just one driveway. She wondered if the
building could be set back to align with neighboring house. She expressed that this
request still leans to spot zoning with the Northwest Arterial as a natural divider, so she
expressed concern that approval of the conditional rezoning could be the beginning of
erosion into the R-1 zoning district. Despite this, she stated that the office site plan
remained the most palatable option. She appreciated that there are verbal agreements
from the applicants limiting signage and lighting, and for the planting of greenery between
the adjacent house. She said she wants to be good neighbors and have a good
relationship with the new neighbors. She stated they were in support of the conditional
rezoning as presented.
Willie Kraus, 3155 West 32nd Street, said he is the next -door neighbor, and said that he
is going along with the rezoning because it's better to have one building than two on the
property.
Vernon Klein, 3063 West 32nd Street, agreed with the comments provided by Mrs.
Heitzman.
Staff detailed the staff report explaining the history of the request and the remanded
direction from the City Council. Staff explained that the applicant has provided additional
information for the Commissions consideration including site exhibits and written
correspondence, and that the applicant has made an effort to connect with neighbors
regarding the rezoning. Staff described the project site characteristics noting the lot size
of approximately 23,000 acres. Staff noted the property could be split into two lots based
on bulk regulations, which would be a staff level review. Staff noted that access would
need to be reviewed/approved by Engineering. Staff explained the proposed ORc district
would permit only two principal uses on the property including general office and a single-
family dwelling within an existing structure only. Staff explained that this rezoning request
did include a revised public notification and that two letters of public input which both
appear to support the option with the office to be preferable. Staff displayed the setbacks
on the site shown in the proposals and that the neighboring house is set back further than
required.
The Commission asked if residents of accessory dwelling units have to be related. Staff
stated that the state code preempts the city code, and it has no owner occupancy or family
requirement, and it increases the size allowance for accessory dwelling units.
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The Commission asked about when the new law went into effect and if it essentially
permits duplexes in single-family districts. Staff replied that it became effective on July 1,
2025 and that the state law does effectively up -zone the R-1 zoning district by allowing
more than one residential unit in a single-family residential zoning district. The
Commission asked if a lawsuit had challenged the law yet, and Staff stated they are not
aware of any at this time. The Commission asked how ADUs were regulated in Dubuque
before, and Staff replied that they were allowed with a Conditional Use Permit and had
stricter requirements. Staff also noted that accessory dwelling units are still required to
meet the building code requirements.
The Commission asked about the concept plan requirements for PUDs. Staff replied that
PUDs are unique as a concept plan must be provided/approved and that a traditional
rezoning, including a conditional rezoning, do not require a concept plan. Staff noted that
a single-family residence and duplex or two -unit townhome would not require does not
require site plan review, unlike commercial or multi -family residential development
containing three or more units. Staff also noted a site plan review would be required for
the proposed office building.
The Commission discussed the application with one Commissioner expressing mixed
feelings about the request. The Commission acknowledged the dialogue and the support
from neighbors for the office site layout noting the site plan provides a picture of the
development and the onsite parking. The Commission noted the high traffic speeds on
32nd Street and there was general support for the conditional rezoning.
Recommendation
By a vote of 5-0-1, the Zoning Advisory Commission recommends that the City Council
approve the request to rezone property from R-1 Single -Family Residential to ORc Office
Residential with conditions.
A simple majority vote is needed for the City Council to approve the request.
Respectfully submitted,
Matthew Mulligan, Chairperson
Zoning Advisory Commission
Attachments
cc: Sherry Erlich — 558 Mill Run — Dubuque, IA
Earlyn J. & Judith L. Loeffelholz — 1901 W. 32nd Street — Dubuque, IA
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A. Property Information
Site Location/Address: W 32nd St (south east of NW Arterial and W 32nd St )
Legal Description/Parcel [D1t/subdivision: Bal. of Lot 2-1-1 of NE 1 /4 of Sec. 16, T89N, R2E (1016227007)
Existing Zoning: R-1 Proposed Zoninq: OR Site Area (square feet/acres): 0.91 ac.
Historic District andmark: ❑ Yes ® No
B. Describe proposal and reason for application (attach a letter of explanation, if necessary):
Rezone to be able to Dut up an office building and parking area
C. Applicant/Agent Information
Name: Sherry Ehrlich Phone: (563) 583-111 1 _
Address: 558 Mill Run City: Dubuque
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state: IA Lip: 52002 Email: sherry 1111 realty.house
D. Property Owner(s) Information
Name(s): Earlyn J & Judith L. Loeffelholz Phone: -5 3 • `f S l Z 6 -5
Address: 1901 W 32nd St. City: Dubuque
State: lA Zip: 52001 Email:
E. Certification: I/we, the undersigned, do hereby certify/acknowledge that:
1. Payment does not guarantee approval and fees are nonrefundable;
2. All additional required written and graphic materials are attached;
3. It is the property owner's responsibility to locate property lines and to review the abstract for easements and restrictive
covenants; and
•1. The information submitted herein is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and upon submittal becomes
public record.
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TO: Zoning Advisory Commission
FROM: Shena Moon, Associate Planner
DATE: September 3, 2025
Dubuque
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2007-2012.2013
2017*2019
SUBJECT: To rezone property from R-1 Single -Family Residential to ORc Office
Residential with conditions.
INTRODUCTION
This memo provides an update on the rezoning request for the property located at West
32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) and outlines the further action requested by the City
Council.
DISCUSSION
The applicant, Sherry Ehrlich initially submitted a request to rezone the property at West
32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) from R-1 Single -Family Residential to OR Office
Residential. That request came before the Zoning Advisory Commission (ZAC) on
August 6, 2025. At the meeting, the ZAC reviewed the request, heard public input,
deliberated the request, and made recommendation to the City Council to deny the
request.
The request went before the City Council on August 18, 2025. Prior to that meeting, the
applicant submitted a written letter requesting that the rezoning request be remanded
back to the Zoning Advisory Commission for consideration of a conditional rezoning for
the property. The applicant indicated that this would allow them to prepare additional
information for the Commission's consideration in their review of the request. A copy of
the applicant's letter is attached.
At its meeting on August 18, 2025, the Council received a staff report, heard public input,
and discussed sending the request back to the Zoning Advisory Commission to consider
a conditional rezoning. The Council also asked staff whether the Commission's review
would include an advertising and signage plan for the property. Staff responded that the
Commission could take advertising and signage into account. Following this discussion,
the Council voted to remand the request to the Zoning Advisory Commission for
consideration of a conditional rezoning.
Public Input:
The applicant has submitted supplemental information for the Commission's
consideration. The attached information includes:
• Letter from the Seller — Earlyn & Karen Loeffelholz
• Map of residential lots available in the area
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Staff Memo: West 32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) — Conditional Rezoning Request
• Conceptual site plan for office use
• Conceptual site plan for two single-family residential lots each containing a
residence with home office and an accessory dwelling unit
• Conceptual site plan for two single-family residential lots, one containing a
residence with home office and an accessory dwelling unit and the other containing
a single-family residence with attached accessory dwelling unit
• Letter from realtor Jim Dix
• Letter from realtor Sherry Ehrlich
• Copy of a letter from the applicant to the neighboring property owners
• Applicant's letter to City Council requesting the project be remanded to the
Commission
Prior to the Commission's previous meeting on August 6, 2025 letters of opposition were
submitted. Those letters are attached along with the public opposition map. Any new
public input received after the publication of this staff report will be provided under
separate cover.
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Public Open Space. The proposed project may help to meet the Comprehensive Plan
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Staff Memo: West 32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) — Conditional Rezoning Request
land use recommendation to create a vibrant environment where residents can live, work,
and play within walking and biking distance of their home at opportunity sites throughout
the community.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The revised request is to rezone the property at West 32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) from
R-1 Single -Family Residential to ORc Office Residential with conditions.
The subject property is located in an area of the City that has historically been zoned for
single-family residential use. The property is an approximately .53-acre (23,086 square
feet) lot located along 32nd Street, just south of the Northwest Arterial. The property has
remained undeveloped although it has historically been used for agricultural uses and a
garden for adjacent residential uses. The property is primarily flat, and the surrounding
development consists primarily of single-family residential uses, with some commercial
and multi -family uses to the north and northwest across the Northwest Arterial.
The subject property is surrounded by residential uses to the west, south, and east. The
property is directly bordered by a city bike/hike trail along the western and northern sides.
To the north is the Northwest Arterial and across that are properties utilized for residential
and commercial uses. The proposed rezoning would create a new ORc district in the
neighborhood and would change the zoning designation for the subject property only. The
previous request to OR Office Residential would have allowed for a number of uses
including higher density residential and low intensity commercial uses. The applicant is
now proposing to rezone the property to ORc Office Residential with conditions. The
proposed ORc zoning would allow for just two uses: a general office use and a single-
family residential use within an existing structure only.
The existing R-1 zoning district allows nine (9) Principal Permitted Uses and the
previously proposed OR zoning district could have allowed for twenty (20) Principal
Permitted Uses. The revised ORc zoning district would allow for only two (2) Principal
Permitted Uses. The chart below provides a side -by -side summary of the Principal
Permitted Uses in the existing R-1 and proposed ORc zoning districts. The two (2) uses
highlighted in yellow would be the only principally permitted uses in the ORc zoning
district.
Principal Permitted Uses
R-1 Zoning District
ORc Zoning District
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Single-family detached dwelling.
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Staff Memo: West 32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) — Conditional Rezoning Request
Single- ertwe-family dwelling within an existing
structure only.
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Any proposed grading/alteration to the property, or development of a general office'
would require an approved site plan which is reviewed through the development review
process known as the Development Review Team (DIRT). The DIRT is comprised of
multiple City Departments including Engineering, Planning, Water Distribution, Fire,
Police, Housing & Community Development, and Leisure Services. Development plans
are reviewed by all relevant departments regarding access, parking, grading, screening,
paving, park land, stormwater management, water connection, sanitary sewer
connection, fire safety, and more. Staff does not expect any adverse effects on the
environment as any potential impacts should be mitigated through the review processes
above.
Impact of Request on:
Utilities: Existing utilities located along 32nd Street are adequate to serve the subject
property.
Traffic Patterns/Counts: The Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) categorizes
32nd Street as a Minor Arterial. The most recent traffic counts are from 2013 and show
an average annual daily count of 4,190 vehicles. The site is currently undeveloped and
although rezoning of the subject property may result in additional vehicle counts, due to
the size of the property and the limited uses that could be accommodated at the site, the
proposed rezoning is not anticipated to substantially alter traffic counts to the subject site
or area.
Public Services: Existing public services are adequate to serve the subject property
regardless of how it may be utilized or developed.
Environment: The subject property consists of one lot which is currently vacant.
Development of the property would be subject to review by the city's Development
Review Team (DRT) to ensure the work is compliant with city codes and to ensure any
potential effects on the environment would be mitigated through appropriate site
' Pursuant to UDC Chapter 12-3, site plan review is required for construction or expansion of any building,
structure, or freestanding sign except single-family detached dwellings, duplexes, and townhomes of not
more than two units and permitted accessory structures to a single-family dwelling or duplex.
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Staff Memo: West 32nd Street (PIN 1016227007) — Conditional Rezoning Request
development. Therefore, the proposed rezoning is not anticipated to have an any
adverse impacts on the environment.
Adjacent Properties: The subject property is surrounded by residential uses to the west,
south, and east. The property is directly bordered by a city bike/hike trail along the
western and northern sides. To the north is the Northwest Arterial and across that are
properties utilized for residential and commercial uses. The proposed rezoning would
create a new ORc district in the neighborhood and would change the zoning designation
for the subject property only. The ORc district would allow for two principally permitted
uses including general office and a single-family residence within an existing structure
only. Additionally, any future redevelopment of the subject property would be subject to
site plan review by the City's DIRT. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the proposed
rezoning would negatively impact adjacent properties.
CIP Investments: None.
RECOMMENDATION
Planning staff recommends that the Zoning Advisory Commission review the information
provided and make a recommendation on the proposed rezoning to the City Council in
accordance with Chapter 16-9-5 of the Unified Development Code and the criteria
established for granting a zoning reclassification.
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Zoning Advisory Commission September 3, 2025
City of Dubuque Planning Services
13' & Central
Dubuque, IA 52001
RE: PID 1016227007
Rezoning Request from R-1 to ORC
Dear Chairman Mulligan and Commission Members,
As you are well aware, the buyers of the above -mentioned lot requested to have it rezoned
from R-1 Single Family Residential to Orc Office Residential with Conditions. During the
August meeting, there were several neighbors that objected to the request and the
commission followed. We believe that we did not fully provide the facts surrounding our
position. We have prepared the following list explaining our thoughts and reasons for why
we believe that a revision to the zoning, in this case, is not only warranted, but better for the
surrounding community.
• History of the Lot. This lot originally was quite a bit larger, between 2 and 3 acres.
The Northwest Arterial required a portion of the lot to be taken for right of way for the
NW Arterial and the relocation of West 32"d St. This left a remainder of 23,086 sf
(0.53 acres), based on the property description on the Dubuque County Beacon web
site.
• Lot Size. With the decrease in lot size, the original price of the lot is spread out over
less area, thus making the cost for a lot of this size out of the range of being feasible
for a single-family residence.
o Additionally, the lot size will limit the size of the office building and number of
vehicles in and out of the site. With a general office building in OS, there is a
requirement for off-street parking, based on either the size of the building (1
stall per 400 sf of office) or the number of employees (1 per employee). This
greatly limits the uses and size of building that the lot can support.
• Surrounding Zoning. The area is R-1, Single Family Residential to the east and
south. There is a parcel owned by the City of Dubuque directly to the west that is
zoned OS, Office Service. This would allow the city to lease the property to
someone for a snack shop, bicycle rental office, or some other use that would
benefit from the adjacency to the multi -use trail. The land to the northwest, along
W32nd St is zoned C-3, General Commercial. The land to the north is zoned R-3,
Moderate Density Multiple Family Residential. The surrounding zoning districts are
varied.
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o To rezone, there would be two options.
■ OS - Office Service. This option would be an extension of the existing
OS district adjacent to the property to the west. OS would allow for a
general office but would not allow for residential on the first level of
the building.
■ OR - Office Residential. This option would be essentially the same as
OS, except it would allow for single family residential as well.
■ Ultimately, OR was chosen as it would keep the residential use open
in the future.
o Conditions to Rezoning. In either OR or OS, we would gladly accept placing
conditions on the property eliminating the uses outside of general office and
residential uses.
• Transitional Zoning Areas. Good zoning practices generally prefer buffers or
transitions from low to high density uses. OS would serve as a transition zoning
between the more dense R-3 and C-3 to the north and R-1 to the east and south.
Given the mixed zoning of the surrounding properties, we believe this would be
considered a transition area respective to the zoning. A revision to Orc would
provide more of a gradual transition and buffer for existing homes.
• R-1 Single Family Residential Allowed Uses. As the lot is currently zoned R-1, the
City's Unified Development Code allows for uses outside of single family residential.
These uses include:
o Cemetery, mausoleum, or columbarium
o Place of religious exercise or assembly
o Public or private park (golf course) or natural recreation area
o Public, private or parochial school
o Railroad or public or quasi -public utility including substation
o Single Family detached dwelling
o Community Gardens
• OR Office Residential Allowed Uses. The City's UDC currently allows for the
following uses in and OR district. We have lined out the uses we would agree to
have eliminated as a condition of the rezoning request.
o General office
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o Single or two-family dwelling unit within the existing structure only
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• Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). On July 1, 2025, a new law (Senate File 592) went
into effect that made it illegal for counties and cities to prohibit ADUs. This now
opens the R-1 lots for a main house and an ADU. Cities and counties cannot restrict
the buildings from being rental units. This includes both long-term rentals (any
income level, including families qualifying for housing vouchers) and short-term
rentals (Air BnB). Further, the occupants of an ADU do not have to have a familial,
marital, employment, etc. relationship with the owners/residents of the primary
home.
• Reason to Rezone - UDC. In the City's UDC, There are specific reasons why a
particular area can be rezoned. They include:
o Original zoning was a mistake
o Circumstances and conditions surrounding the property has changed.
In this case, we believe that the conditions surrounding the property have changed.
The NW Arterial was built, then a multi -use recreational trail constructed
immediately adjacent to 2 sides of the lot. The proximity of the trail to the yard
makes the building and yard more public than a typical residential lot. Privacy for
this lot will be very difficult to achieve, and will require many years of plantings to
mature.
• Traffic. According to the Institute for Traffic Engineers (ITE) TripGen Web -base app,
111" Ed., The traffic generated from a 2,000 sf general office building would be
approximately 14 trips per day. 2 single family homes would generate double that
volume of traffic.
• Neighborhood Communication Attempts
o Prior to the August Zoning Advisory Commission meeting, a letter was sent to
the properties within the required public notice boundary. The letter offered
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for neighbors with questions to reach out to the applicants. No calls, emails,
or communication of any kind was received by the applicant.
o The City Council directed the applicant and neighbors to discuss the uses of
the property and rezoning request. Following the City Council meeting on
August 18th, neighbors, applicants and City Staff rode in the elevator
together. At that time, the neighbors were adamant that there was going to
be no communication from them and the lot would remain R-1.
o It was felt that an open meeting at the site would not be well attended.
Instead, the applicant walked through the neighborhood on Wednesday
August 27th from 3 to 7pm, knocking on doors to discuss the options
individually with the majority of the neighbors. The outcome was generally
well received. Overall, the neighbors have a more informed explanation of
what the applicant would like vs assumptions.
■ Lack of willingness of the neighbors to communicate has led to
several incorrect assumptions and untruths being developed and
circulated through the neighborhood.
■ It should be noted that there are people that have signed their petition
that are either renters, or who live outside the notification area.
Please take this into consideration when reviewing the signatures of
the petition.
o Should the lot remain zoned R-1, the owners could subdivide the lot with a
simple plat of survey. They could then construct a home with a home -based
business and an ADU on both lots. These would then be most likely rented
as either short or long term.
o Proposed Building. The intent for this lot is to construct a building that
appears residential on the south side, facing W 32nd St, and to keep the
more office oriented features (parking, signage, etc.) on the side facing the
NW Arterial.
We whole-heartedly believe that the rezoning of the subject property from R-1 to OR
Conditional, is the best use and least impactful for the neighborhood both now and well
into the future.
Thank you for your time and consideration of our request.
Sherry Ehrlich
Page 807 of 1171
From: karen loeffelholz <pepperdog42@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Subject: Property on W32nd Street
To: JimDixRealtor(a gmail.com <JimDixRealtor0Ogmail.com>
Hello, I am Karen , Buck's wife. We are the property owners for the subject of this hearing.
Since the property was purchased in 1991, the landscape has changed tremendously.
What was once a spacious acre nestled in a residential neighborhood has now become a
1\2 acre corner where there is a public walk/bike trail on two sides of the property. The lot
is situated lower than the trail, so as being exposed to the public. Those who walk on the
trail can look on to the property as they walk along. If a resistance were to be built, there
would be no privacy. Hikers/bikers can look into windows, take note of your possessions
and possibly notice your daily routines. It would not be suitable for families with young
children. Situated on that curve in this high traffic area, children would be at risk of being
hit by a car. The speed limit is 25mph at the curve but seldom is observed. I feel that
putting an office on the property will not affect the neighborhood. It could be a quiet place
considering there would not be many people in and out. As we all know, most businesses
do their business online and not in person. After business hours there would be no one
there. I cannot see the negative impact on the neighborhood.
Sincerely,
Earlyn (Buck) and Karen Loeffelholz
Page 808 of 1171
Dear Members of the Zoning Board,
I am writing on behalf of my client, the owner of the property located at West 32" d St Dubuque,
Iowa 52001, to respectfully request you reconsider the recommendation to the City Council to
deny the rezoning for our parcel from Residential R1 to Commercial Residential zoning.
As a licensed real estate agent representing this property, I understand and respect the board's
responsibility to protect the integrity of our neighborhoods while supporting responsible growth.
After careful review, I believe there are several compelling reasons why rezoning this property to
commercial use would be in the best interest of both the community and the city:
1. Location & Compatibility — The property lies in close proximity to existing commercial
activity, making it a natural extension of the surrounding business corridor. Transitioning
this parcel would create a more cohesive land use pattern rather than leaving an isolated
residential lot.
2. Community Benefit — Rezoning would allow for services and businesses that benefit
nearby residents with a professional office. This enhances convenience for the
neighborhood and encourages local economic activity.
3. Property Value & Tax Base — Converting this parcel to commercial use would increase
its taxable value, thereby generating additional revenue for the city without adding strain
on residential infrastructure.
4. Traffic & Infrastructure — Based on preliminary review, the site is capable of handling
commercial traffic without undue burden on existing roads. Any development would
have to comply with city requirements for parking, safety, and accessibility, as verified
by the site plan approval process through the City's Development Review Team.
Additionally, when I posted the listing for this lot on Facebook Marketplace, I included the
following:
Discover the perfect spot for your dream home or investment! This .91-acre residential
lot is nestled in a desirable peaceful neighborhood on W 32nd St in Dubuque, Iowa.
Conveniently located near schools, parks, and local amenities, this expansive property offers a
balance of tranquility and accessibility. This lot provides an incredible opportunity to build the
home you've always envisioned. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Dubuque's charm.
Of the comments on that listing, the following were included:
#1. I don't think peaceful is living next to a 4 lane.
#2. Or an on ramp where all the semi's are making a run to increase speed.
#3. Ummm right next to 4 lane 50mph arterial?
As you can see, the location of the property can be viewed as either positive or negative. Please
take into account that these, and the opinions of the neighbors are subjective, depending on your
perspective.
While the initial application was not approved, we respectfully ask the board to reconsider the
potential economic, practical, and community benefits. Our goal is to promote thoughtful
development that serves both residents and businesses in Dubuque.
Page 809 of 1171
We are open to any conditions or stipulations the board may feel are necessary to ensure
compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood.
Thank you for your time, consideration, and dedication to balancing growth with community
needs. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss this further and work collaboratively toward a
solution.
Sincerely,
James Dix
Re/Max Advantage Realty
Jimdixrealtorngmail. com
563-599-5368
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To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing - Zoning Change Conditional Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to ORc Office
Residential Zoning District with conditions.
Property location: West 32"d St. PIN 1016227007
As Residents in the neighborhood and adjacent to the proposed property,
i (We) have reviewed the petitioner's three conditional plan/proposals...
Date of Signature: -1 -
Name(s) of Respondents:
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August 4, 2025
To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing —Zoning Change Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to OR Office
Residential-C Zoning District
Property Location: West 2" St. PIN 1016227007 - - -
As Residents in the neighborhood and across the street from the proposed
property,
My husband and I have reviewed the three options shared by Mr. Ehrlich
and Sherry Ehrlich as conditional approaches to the lot development.
Even though I had hoped to see one single family home with the R1
designation, I can see the Pandora's Box opened as the July 1st legislation
addressing Accessory Dwellings was signed into law. 1 do not envy the
Commission Members or Planning Staff with having to work with that
unrestrained directive.
Option A rezoned as ORc would allow for a single structure realtor office
for 4 realtors (up from the two realtor original). No accessory buildings or
subdivision would be possible with this plan. The lot would not be
cluttered with buildings as with plans B and C. Only one drive would be
necessary and parking would be at the rear of the lot.
The permissive uses for Plan A would be limited to two uses only — office
or single family residence thus limiting undesired uses.
Yes this process still leans to Spot Zoning and is still the beginnings of
business erosion into R1 territory; but it is the most palatable of the three
proposal plans.
Page 817 of 1171
Other items that we have been assured by the petitioners would be
addressed are the limitation of signage/lighting, and the planting of
greenery to provide optimal shielding and appearance of the property.
We want this to be the beginning of a Win -Win relationship with new
neighbors.
We are willing to support the rezoning of PIN 1016227007 from R-1 Single _
Family Residential to ORc Office Residential with stated conditions as
promised by the petitioners.
Date of Signature: S'
Name(s) of Respondents: Ay��
Resident Address: / j�, OJ
Page 818 of 1171
REZONING STAFF REPORT
Zoning Agenda: August 6, 2025
Property Address: West 32nd Street — PIN 1016227007
Property Owner: Earlyn J. and Judith L. Loeffelholz
Applicant: Sherry Ehrlich
Description: To rezone property from R-1 Single -Family Residential to OR
Office Residential zoning district.
Proposed Land Use: Office Residential
Existing Land Use: Vacant
Proposed Zoning: OR
Existing Zoning: R-1
Adjacent Land Use: Adjacent Zoning:
North — Northwest Arterial North — R-1/R-3
East — Residential East — R-1
South — Residential South — R-1
West — Residential/Open Space West — R-1/OS
Former Zoning: Prior to 1975 — Single -Family
1975 — R-1 Single -Family Residential
1985 — R-1 Single -Family Residential
Total Area: 0.53 acres / 23,086 square feet
Property History: The property is located in an area of the City that has historically been
zoned for single-family residential use. The subject property is vacant and was historically
used for agriculture and/or gardening.
Physical Characteristics: The subject property is an approximately .53-acre (23,086
square feet) lot located along 32nd Street, just south of the Northwest Arterial. The
property has remained undeveloped although it has historically been used for agricultural
uses and a garden for adjacent residential uses. The property is primarily flat, and the
surrounding development consists primarily of single-family residential uses, with some
commercial and multi -family uses to the north and northwest across the Northwest
Arterial.
Property view on next page.
Page 819 of 1171
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Subject property and zoning of surrounding area.
Concurrence with Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan encourages mixed -
use development and commercial development responsive to the market demands and
needs of residents. The City's Future Land Use Map identifies the subject property as
Public Open Space.
Impact of Request on:
Utilities: Existing utilities located along 32nd Street are adequate to serve the subject
property.
Traffic Patterns/Counts: The Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) categorizes
32nd Street as a Minor Arterial. The most recent traffic counts are from 2013 and show
an average annual daily count of 4,190 vehicles. The site is currently undeveloped and
although rezoning of the subject property may result in additional vehicle counts, due to
the size of the property and the limited uses that could be accommodated at the site, the
proposed rezoning is not anticipated to substantially alter traffic counts to the subject site
or area.
Public Services: Existing public services are adequate to serve the subject property
regardless of how it may be utilized or redeveloped.
Environment- The subject property consists of one lot which is currently vacant. Any
redevelopment of the property would be subject to review by the city's Development
Page 820 of 1171
Rezoning Staff Report: West 32nd Street — PIN 1016227007 Page 3
Review Team (DRT) to ensure the work is compliant with city codes and to ensure any
potential effects on the environment would be mitigated through appropriate site
development. Therefore, the proposed rezoning is not anticipated to have an any
adverse impacts on the environment.
Adjacent Properties: The subject property is surrounded by residential uses to the west,
south, and east. The property is directly bordered by a city bike/hike trail along the
western and northern sides. To the north is the Northwest Arterial and across that are
properties utilized for residential and commercial uses. The proposed rezoning would
create a new OR district in the neighborhood and would change the zoning designation
for the subject property only. The OR district would allow for additional uses beyond the
current R-1 district such as higher density residential uses and low intensity commercial
uses. The subject property is small generally and as such may not be conducive to some
of those uses. Additionally, any future redevelopment of the subject property would be
subject to site plan review by the City's DRT. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the
proposed rezoning would negatively impact adjacent properties.
CIP Investments: None.
Staff Analysis: The applicant proposes to rezone the subject property from R-1 Single -
Family Residential to OR Office Residential zoning district.
The subject property is an approximately .53-acre (23,086 square feet) lot located along
32nd Street, just south of the Northwest Arterial. The property has remained undeveloped
although it has historically been used for agricultural uses and a garden for adjacent
residential uses. The property is primarily flat.
The subject property is surrounded by residential uses to the west, south, and east. The
property is directly bordered by a city bike/hike trail along the western and northern sides.
To the north is the Northwest Arterial and across that are properties utilized for residential
and commercial uses. The proposed rezoning would create a new OR district in the
neighborhood and would change the zoning designation for the subject property only. The
OR district would allow for additional uses beyond the current R-1 district such as higher
density residential uses and low intensity commercial uses.
The Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) categorizes 32nd Street as a Minor
Arterial. The most recent traffic counts are from 2013 and show an average annual daily
count of 4,190 vehicles. The site is currently undeveloped and although rezoning of the
subject property may result in additional vehicle counts, due to the size of the property
and the uses that could be accommodated at the site, the proposed rezoning is not
anticipated to substantially alter traffic counts to the subject site or area.
The subject property would be adequately served by existing utilities in the area and
public services and would be, regardless of the type of development on the site. Any
redevelopment of the property would be subject to review by the city's Development
Review Team (DRT) to ensure the work is compliant with city codes and to ensure any
potential effects on the environment would be mitigated through appropriate site
Page 821 of 1171
Rezoning Staff Report: West 32nd Street — PIN 1016227007 Page 4
development. Therefore, the proposed rezoning is not anticipated to have an any adverse
impacts on the environment.
The existing R-1 zoning district allows for nine (9) Principal Permitted Uses and the
proposed OR zoning district allows for twenty (20) Principal Permitted Uses. The chart
below provides a side -by -side summary of the Principal Permitted Uses in both zoning
districts. The five (5) uses highlighted in yellow are permitted in both zoning districts. A
copy of the full summary of each zoning district is attached to this report.
Principal Permitted Uses
R-1 Zoning District
OR Zoning District
Cemetery, mausoleum, or columbarium.
Art gallery, museum, or library.
Community gardens.
Artist studio.
Golf course.
Community gardens.
Maternity group home.
General office.
Parks, public or private, & similar natural recreation areas
Hospice.
Place of religious exercise or assembly.
Housing for the elderly or persons with disabilities.
Public, private, or parochial school approved by state of
Iowa K-12.
Licensed childcare center.
Railroad or public or quasi -public utility, including
substation.
Maternity group home.
Single-family detached dwelling.
Medical office.
Mortuary or funeral home.
Multi -family dwelling.
Nursing or convalescent home.
Parking structure.
Place of religious exercise or assembly.
Public, private, or parochial school approved by state
of Iowa K-12 .
Railroad or public or quasi -public utility, including
substation.
Registered child development home.
School of private instruction.
Single- or two-family dwelling within an existing
structure only.
Townhouse.
Approval of the proposed rezoning is not anticipated to substantially alter the fabric of the
area. The subject property is fairly small is size and consequently scale of development
on the subject site would be limited.
The Comprehensive Plan encourages mixed -use development and commercial
development responsive to the market demands and needs of residents. The City's
Future Land Use Map identifies the subject property area as Public Open Space.
Planning staff recommends that the Zoning Advisory Commission review the information
provided and make a recommendation to the City Council in accordance with Chapter 9
of the Unified Development Code and the criteria established for granting a zoning
reclassification.
Prepared by � �b,yU�J- Date: 7/31/2025
Page 822 of 1171
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August 4, 2025
To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing —Zoning Change Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to OR Office
Residential Zoning District
Property Location: West 32nd St. PIN 1016227007
As Residents in the neighborhood and adjacent to the proposed property,
I (We) object to any change in zoning designation other than the R-1
Single Family Residential as it now is designated.
COMMENTS:
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Name(s) of Respondents: A Ck 11 l 1, -1 - V U rC
Resident Address:
Page 824 of 1171
August 4, 2025
To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing — Zoning Change Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to OR Office
Residential Zoning District
Property Location: West 32"d St. PIN 1016227007
As Residents in the neighborhood and adjacent to the proposed property,
I (We) object to any change in zoning designation other than the R-1
Single Family Residential as it now is designated.
ADDITIONAL
COMMENTS:
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Resident Address: ��'� i Z 1I� �Z�`�''
Page 825 of 1171
August 4, 2025
To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing —Zoning Change Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to OR Office
Residential Zoning District
Property Location: West 32nd St. PIN 1016227007
As Residents in the neighborhood and adjacent to the proposed property,
I (We) object to any change in zoning designation other than the R-1
Single Family Residential as it now is designated.
ADDITIONAL,..8
COMMENTS:
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Page 826 of 1171
August 4, 2025
To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing — Zoning Change Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to OR Office
Residential Zoning District
Property Location: West 32nd St. PIN 1016227007
As Residents in the neighborhood and adjacent to the proposed property,
I (We) object to any change in zoning designation other than the R-1
Single Family Residential as it now is designated.
COMMENTS:
Name(s) of Respondents:
00-1wV Resident Address
Richard'Voss
3160 W. 32nd St.
Dubuque,IA 52001-1029
Page 827 of 1171
August 4, 2025
To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing — Zoning Change Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to OR Office
Residential Zoning District
Property Location: West 32nd St. PIN 1016227007
As Residents in the neighborhood and adjacent to the proposed property,
I (We) object to any change in zoning designation other than the R-1
Single Family Residential as it now is designated.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: etezoning of a single parcel or a small area to a different
zoning classification than the surrounding properties is the definition of "Spot Zoning". This
application seems to be exactly that. No significant need nor public benefit is evidenced; and it
serves as a starting point of zoning erosion into a long established R-1 neighborhood. We love
our neighborhood. We chose our home based on this and other qualities.
Ewe also believe that the Northwest Arterial serves as a logical line of demarcation: R-1 on
SouthEast side and Other zones more commercial or business oriented and R-3/4 to the
Northwest Side.
deferring to the information found in Dubuque's Zoning Website Section 16-5-7 OR Office
Residential the listings of Principal Permitted Uses, Conditional Uses and Accessory Uses seem
"non -fit" for this location. �k
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August 4, 2025
To: Zoning Advisory Commission
Re: Public Hearing —Zoning Change Proposal
Proposal: To rezone property from R-1 Single Family Residential to OR Office
Residential Zoning District
Property Location: West 32" d St. PIN 1016227007
As Residents in the neighborhood and adjacent to the proposed property,
I (We) object to any change in zoning designation other than the R-1
Single Family Residential as it now is designated.
COMMENTS:
Name(s) of Respondents: i0-,
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Subject: Rezoning Application -Loeffelholz Lot
Dear
You may have recently received —or will soon receive —a notice from the City regarding a rezoning
application for the Loeffelholz lot, located at the beginning of the bike/walking path. You may recognize
this property as the site of a long-standing garden.
My name is Sherry Ehrlich. I currently have an accepted offer on this property, contingent upon its
successful rezoning to OR - Office/Residential.
My daughter Ava and I are the owners of Eleven I Eleven Realty, a small, family -run real estate company.
We are not affiliated with large franchises like ReMax, Exit, Keller Williams, Coldwell Banker, or Century
21. Our vision has always been to create a warm, welcoming office space that reflects our values and
serves as a long-term home for our business.
This lot would be the perfect fit. We're excited about the possibility of building somethingthat reflects
who we are and what we do —something we can be proud of.
To provide full transparency: our offer was originally a backup. The primary offer was from a party seeking
R-4 Multi -Family Residential zoning. We recently became the primary offer after that party asked for
more time to prepare for the zoning meeting. If our OR- Office/Residential zoning request is denied, it's
possible the original party may reapply for R-4 Multi -Family Residential zoning.
We're reaching out to share our vision and invite your support, should you have a preference. We believe
that a small, owner -occupied office space —professional, low -impact, and thoughtfully designed —
would be a more appropriate and beneficial fit for this location than high -density residential
development.
Additionally, the existing R-1 Single -Family Residential zoning presents challenges due to the lot's
location. With the bike/walking path running closely along two sides of the property, a future homeowner
may have concerns about privacy and safety. In contrast, this unique settingwould work well for a quiet
office, offering visibility without intrusion.
Ava and I are committed to being respectful, thoughtful neighbors. We've waited many years for the right
opportunity to build something of our own. This would be more than just an office —it would be a legacy
project for our family and our future.
If you have any questions or would like to talk further, I would be happy to connect. My contact
information is below.
Kind regards, t.. 563-583-1111 0 Sherry@1111 realty.house
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16-5-2: R-1 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL:
The R-1 district is the most restrictive residential district and is intended to protect low density residential areas from the encroachment of
incompatible uses. The principal use of land in this district is for low density single-family dwellings and related recreational, religious and
educational facilities. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-2-1: PRINCIPAL PERMITTED USES:
The following uses are permitted in the R-1 district:
Cemetery, mausoleum, or columbarium.
Community gardens.
Golf course.
Maternity group home.
Parks, public or private, and similar natural recreation areas.
Place of religious exercise or assembly.
Public, private or parochial school approved by the state of Iowa (K - 12).
Railroad or public or quasi -public utility, including substation.
Single-family detached dwelling. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord. 17-13, 3-18-2013; Ord. 19-20, 5-18-2020; Ord. 49-23, 11-20-2023)
16-5-2-2: CONDITIONAL USES:
The following conditional uses may be permitted in the R-1 district, subject to the provisions of section 16-8-5 of this title:
Accessory dwelling unit.
Bed and breakfast home.
Keeping of horses or ponies.
Licensed adult day services.
Licensed childcare center.
Mortuary, funeral home, or crematorium.
Off street parking.
Tour home.
Tourist home.
Wind energy conversion system. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord. 66-14, 11-17-2014)
16-5-2-3: ACCESSORY USES:
The following uses are permitted as accessory uses as provided in section 16-3-7 of this title:
Detached garage.
Fence.
Garage sale, provided that not more than three (3) such sales shall be allowed per premises per calendar year and not more than three (3)
consecutive days per sale.
Home based business.
Keeping of hens for egg production.
Noncommercial garden, greenhouse or nursery.
Off street parking and storage of vehicles.
Satellite receiving dish.
Solar collector (freestanding arrays are limited to not more than 100 aggregate square feet and 10 feet in height).
Sport, recreation, or outdoor cooking equipment.
Storage building.
Tennis court, swimming pool or similar permanent facility.
Wind turbine (building mounted). (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord. 47-14, 7-21-2014; Ord. 54-15, 8-17-2015)
16-5-2-4: TEMPORARY USES:
Temporary uses shall be regulated in conformance with the provisions of section 16-3-19 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-2-5: PARKING:
Minimum parking requirements shall be regulated in conformance with the provisions of chapter 14 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-2-6: SIGNS:
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Signs shall be regulated in conformance with the provisions of chapter 15 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-2-7: BULK REGULATIONS:
Minimum
Maximum
Setbacks
Front
Minimum
Minimum
R-1 Residential
Minimum
Lot Area
Lot
Lot
Coverage
Maximum
Height
Minimum 2
I Maximum
Frontage
(Lot Area)
Side
Rear
Minimum
Maximum
Setbacks
Front
Minimum
Minimum
R-1 Residential
Minimum
Lot Area
Lot
Lot
Coverage
Maximum
Height
Minimum2
Maximum
Frontage
(Lot Area)
Side
Rear
Permitted uses:
Place of religious exercise
20,000 sq. ft.
100 ft.
40%
20 ft.
-
20 ft.
20 ft.
75 ft.1
or assembly, school
Single-family detached
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
40%
20 ft.
50 ft.
6 ft.
20 ft.
30 ft.
dwelling
Conditional uses:
Bed and breakfast home
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
40%
20 ft.
50 ft.
6 ft.
20 ft.
30 ft.
Licensed adult day services,
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
40%
20 ft.
-
6 ft.
20 ft.
30 ft.
licensed childcare center
Mortuary, funeral home or
20,000 sq. ft.
100 ft.
40%
20 ft.
20 ft.
20 ft.
30 ft.
crematorium
Notes:
1. May be erected to a height not exceeding 75 feet; provided, that such buildings shall provide at least 1 additional foot of yard space on
all sides for each additional foot by which such building exceeds the maximum height limit of the district in which it is located.
2. See section 16-3-17 of this title for adjustment of minimum front yard setbacks.
(Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
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16-5-7: OR OFFICE RESIDENTIAL:
The OR district is intended to serve as a transition zone between commercial and single- and two-family residential areas permitting adaptive reuse of
existing building stock, which will normally be residential in character. This OR district is not intended to have any application in undeveloped or newly
developing areas of the city or on land made vacant through intentional demolition. Development standards remain flexible to allow conservation and
reuse of existing buildings. This district should be located in areas abutting arterial and/or collector streets which are, because of location and trends,
suitable for development of low intensity office uses, and high intensity residential uses. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-7-1: PRINCIPAL PERMITTED USES:
The following uses are permitted in the OR district:
Art gallery, museum or library.
Artist studio.
Community gardens.
General office.
Hospice.
Housing for the elderly or persons with disabilities.
Licensed childcare center.
Maternity group home.
Medical office.
Mortuary or funeral home.
Multi -family dwelling.
Nursing or convalescent home.
Parking structure.
Place of religious exercise or religious assembly.
Public, private, or parochial school approved by state of Iowa (K - 12).
Railroad or public or quasi -public utility, including substation.
Registered child development home.
School of private instruction.
Single- or two-family dwelling unit within an existing structure only.
Townhouse (2 or more laterally attached units). (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord. 54-19, 12-16-2019; Ord. 19-20, 5-18-2020; Ord. 30-21, 9-20-2021;
Ord. 49-23, 11-20-2024)
16-5-7-2: CONDITIONAL USES:
The following conditional uses are permitted in the OR district, subject to the provisions of section 16-8-5 of this title:
Accessory dwelling unit.
Bed and breakfast home.
Bed and breakfast inn.
Group home.
Licensed adult day services.
Off premises residential garage.
Off street parking.
Photographic studio.
Private club.
Rooming or boarding house.
Tour home.
Tourist home.
Wind energy conversion system. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord. 54-19, 12-16-2019; Ord. 20-22, 5-20-2022)
16-5-7-3: ACCESSORY USES:
The following uses are permitted as accessory uses as provided in section 16-3-7 of this title:
Crematorium accessory to a mortuary or funeral home.
Detached garage.
Fence.
Garage sale, provided that not more than three (3) such sales shall be allowed per premises per calendar year and not more than three (3) consecutive
days per sale.
Home based business.
Noncommercial garden, greenhouse or nursery.
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Off street parking and storage of vehicles.
Satellite receiving dish.
Solar collector (freestanding arrays are limited to not more than 100 aggregate square feet and 10 feet in height).
Sport, recreation, or outdoor cooking equipment.
Storage building.
Tennis court, swimming pool or similar permanent facility.
Wind turbine (building mounted). (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord. 54-15, 8-17-2015)
16-5-7-4: TEMPORARY USES:
Temporary uses shall be regulated in conformance with the provisions of section 16-3-19 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-7-5: PARKING:
Minimum parking requirements shall be regulated in conformance with the provisions of chapter 14 of this title, except for properties located within the
Jackson Park and Cathedral Historic Districts where off-street parking is not required.. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord. 9-24, 4-15-2024)
16-5-7-6: SIGNS:
Signs shall be regulated in conformance with the provisions of chapter 15 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-7-7: BULK REGULATIONS:
Minimum
Maximum
Setbacks
OR Office Residential
Minimum
Lot Area
Lot
Lot
Coverage
Front
Minimum
Minimum
Maximum
Height
Minimum Maximum
Fronta a
g
(Lot Area)
Side
Rear
Minimum
Maximum
Setbacks
OR Office Residential
Minimum
Lot Area
Lot
Lot
Coverage
Maximum
Height
Front
Minimum
Minimum
Minimum
Maximum
Frontage
g
(Lot Area)
Side
Rear
Permitted uses:
General office
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Hospice
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Housing for the elderly or
10,000 sq. ft.
-
-
-
-
3 ft,1
10 ft.
40 ft.
disabled
Medical office
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Mortuary, funeral home
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.1
10 ft.
40 ft.
Multi -family dwelling
1,200 sq.
ft./du
50 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Nursing or convalescent
10,000 sq. ft.
q
100 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft. 1
10 ft.
40 ft.
home
Place of religious exercise
20,000 sq. ft.
100 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
75 ft.2
or assembly, school
Single-family detached
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
50 ft.
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
dwelling
Townhouse
1,200 sq.
ft./du
16 ft./du
50 %
20 ft.
-
3/0 ft.
10/0 ft.
40 ft.
Two-family dwelling
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
50 ft.
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
All other permitted uses
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Conditional uses:
Bed and breakfast home
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
50 ft.
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Bed and breakfast inn
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
50 ft.
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Group home
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
50 %
-
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Licensed adult day services,
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
licensed childcare center
Off premises residential garage
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
15 ft.
Photographic studio
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Private club
-
-
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Rooming or boarding house
5,000 sq. ft.
50 ft.
50 %
20 ft.
-
3 ft.
10 ft.
40 ft.
Notes:
1. When abutting a residential district, a 6 foot side setback is required.
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2. May be erected to a height not exceeding 75 feet; provided, that such buildings shall provide at least 1 additional foot of yard space on all sides for
each additional foot by which such building exceeds the maximum height limit of the district in which it is located.
(Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
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Prepared by: Wally Wernimont, City Planner Address: City Hall, 50 W. 13th St Telephone: 563-589-4210
Return to: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk Address: City Hall, 50 W. 1 V St Telephone: 563-589-4121
ORDINANCE NO. 35 - 25
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLASSIFYING
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3185 WEST 32ND
STREET (PIN 1016227007) FROM R-1 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT TO OR OFFICE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT WITH CONDITIONS AS
ESTABLISHED IN THE ATTACHED MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified
Development Code, is hereby amended by reclassifying the hereinafter —described
property from R-1 Single -Family Residential District to ORc Office Residential District with
conditions, to wit:
Balance of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 4, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 7, of the North East
'/4 of Section 16, Township 89 North, Range 2 East of the 5th P.M., and to the
centerline of the adjoining public right-of-way, all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment has heretofore been reviewed by the
Zoning Advisory Commission of the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon publication as
provided by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th day of September, 2025.
Brad M. CavanaWVayor
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
Pursuant to the Iowa Code Section 414.5 (2024), and as an express condition of rezoning
of the property located at 3185 West 32nd Street (PIN 1016227000) and legally described
as:
Balance of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 4, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 7, of the North East
'/ of Section 16, Township 89 North, Range 2 East of the 5t" P.M., and to the
centerline of the adjoining public right-of-way, all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
which is the subject of Ordinance No. _:�5 - 25, a copy of which is attached hereto
and incorporated herein by reference, the undersigned property owner(s) agree(s) to the
following conditions, all of which the property owner(s) further agree(s) are reasonable
and are imposed to satisfy public needs which are caused directly by the rezoning:
A) Conditions:
1) The Principal Permitted Uses shall be limited to the following:
a. General Office.
b. Single-family residential within an existing structure only.
B) Reclassification of the Subject Property. The City of Dubuque, Iowa may initiate
zoning reclassification proceedings to the R-1 Single -Family Residential District if
the property owner fails to complete any of the conditions or provisions of this
Agreement.
C) Modifications. Any modifications of this Agreement shall be considered a zoning
reclassification and shall be subject to the provisions of the Title 16, Unified
Development Code, governing zoning reclassifications. All such modifications
must be approved by the City Council of Dubuque, Iowa.
D) Recording. A copy of this Agreement shall be recorded with the Dubuque County
Recorder as a permanent record of the conditions accepted as part of this rezoning
approval within ten (10) days of the adoption of Ordinance No. 3 9 - 25.
E) Construction. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted as though it were
part of Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development
Code.
F) This Agreement shall be binding upon the undersigned and his/her heirs,
successors and assignees.
ACCEPTANCE OF ORDINANCE NO. _� 5 - 25
I, Earlyn Loeffelholz, property owner, having read the terms and conditions of the
foregoing Ordinance No. 35 - 25 and being familiar with the conditions thereof,
hereby accept this same and agree to the conditions required therein.
Dated in Dubuque, Iowa this /1� day of 2025.
By:'
Earlyn Loeffelhol
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County of Dubuque )
On this -f day of 20_,Lybefore e, a Notary Public in and for
said state, personally appeare EQ��c -e_ �-(f to me known to be
the person(s) named in and who executed he foreg ing instrument, and acknowledged
that they executed the same as their voluntary act and deed.
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• Zoning Advisory Commission 8/6/2025
■ Request to rezone to OR Office Residential
■ ZAC voted 0-5 to deny the request
• City Council 8/18/202-1
■ Applicant requested to remand the review back to the ZAC
■ Request a conditional rezoning
■ Share site layout options
■ Provide additional market data and site information
■ Council voted to remand the request back to the ZAC
• Zoning Advisory Commission 9/3/2025
■ Request to rezone to ORc Office Residential with conditions
■ ZAC voted 4-0-1 in favor of the request
Project Site
• Property & Zonin-a Historv- Traffic Patterns/Counts:
■ Single -Family Residential ■ W. 32 is a classified as a Minor Arterial -
4,190 average annual daily vehicle trips
• Project Site: (2013)
■ .53 acres/23,086 sq. ft ■ Northwest Arterial is classified as a
■ 32nd Street, just south of NW Arterial Major Arterial-11,800 average daily
■ Site is undeveloped/vacant vehicle trips (2021)
• Adjacent Land Use:
■ North - Residential (R-3) & NW Arterial
■ East - Residential (R-1)
■ South - Residential (R-1)
■ West - NW Arterial ROW (OS) & Residential (R-1)
• Adjacent Properties
■ Single-family residential uses to the
west, south, and east.
■ NW Arterial to the north
■ R-3 and C-3 across the NW Arterial
Principal Permitted Uses
R-1 Zoning District
ORc Zoning District
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Community gardens.
Golf course.
Maternity group home.
General office.
Parks, public or private. & similar natural recreation areas
Place of religious exercise or assembly.
Public, private, or parochial school approved by state of
Iowa K-12 .
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Railroad or public or quasi -public utility. including
substation.
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Public Input
Public input provided for ORc request-
• Letter of Support for site layout option A (general office) —
Kristina & Ronald Turnis (3142 W 32nd St)
• Letter of Support for site layout option A (general office) —
Joan & Ronald Heitzman (3152 W 32nd St)
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
Pursuant to the Iowa Code Section 414.5 (2024), and as an express condition of rezoning
of the property located at 3185 West 3211d Street (PIN 1016227000) and legally described
as:
Balance of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 4, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 7, of the North East
% of Section 16, Township 89 North, Range 2 East of the 5.h P.M., and to the
centerline of the adjoining public right-of-way. all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
which is the subject of Ordinance No. - 25, a copy of which is attached hereto
and incorporated herein by reference, the undersigned property owner(s) agree(s) to the
following conditions, all of which the property owner(s) further agree(s) are reasonable
and are imposed to satisfy public needs which are caused directly by the rezoning:
A) Conditions:
1) The Principal Permitted Uses shall be limited to the following:
a. General Office.
b. Single-family residential within an existing structure only-
B) Reclassification of the Subject Property. The City of Dubuque, Iowa may initiate
zoning reclassification proceedings to the R-1 Single -Family Residential District if
the property owner fails to complete any of the conditions or provisions of this
Agreement.
C) modifications. Any modifications of this Agreement shall be considered a zoning
reclassification and shall be subject to the provisions of the Title 16, Unified
Development Code, governing zoning reclassifications. All such modifications
must be approved by the City Council of Dubuque, Iowa
D) Recording. A copy of this Agreement shall be recorded with the Dubuque County
Recorder as a permanent record of the conditions accepted as part of this rezoning
approval within ten (10) days of the adoption of Ordinance No. - 25.
E) Construction. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted as though it were
part of Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development
Code.
F) This Agreement shall be binding upon the undersigned and hisMer heirs,
successors and assignees.
Zoning Advisory Commission Recommendation
By a vote of 4 to 0 with one abstention, the Commission
recommends that the City Council approve the request
with conditions.
A simple majority vote is needed for the City Council to
approve the rezoning.
QUESTIONS?
STATE OF IOWA SS:
DUBUQUE COUNTY
CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
I, Kathy Goetzinger, a Billing Clerk for Woodward
Communications, Inc., an Iowa corporation, publisher
of the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of general
circulation published in the City of Dubuque, County
of Dubuque and State of Iowa; hereby certify that the
attached notice was published in said newspaper on the
following dates:
09/05/2025
and for which the charge is 44.97
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Dubuque County, Iowa,
this 5th day of September, 2025
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
OFFICIAL NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Dubuque City Council
will conduct public hearings on the 15th day of September,
2025, at 6:30 p.m., in the Historic Federal Building, 350 W.
6th Street, 2nd floor, Dubuque, Iowa, on the following:
REZONINGS
1. Request from Sherry Ehrlich to rezone property at West
32nd Street ? PIN 1016227007 from R-1 Single -Family
Residential to ORc Office Residential with conditions.
2. Request from Zoe Zeien to rezone property at 705
Caledonia Place from R-2A Alternate Two -Family Residential to
R-3 Moderate Density Multi -Family Residential zoning district.
3. Request from Gregory Williams to rezone property at the
Northwest Corner of Key Way and Keystone Drives (PIN
1021408022) from R-2 Two -Family Residential to R-3 Moderate
Density Multi -Family Residential zoning district.
4. Request from Frank Washington to rezone property at 2306
Central Avenue from C-2 Neighborhood Shopping Center to C-1
Neighborhood Commercial Zoning district.
5. Request from City of Dubuque to rezone property at 1550
Elm Street (PIN 1024283003) and 411 East 15th Street (PIN
1024283004) from HI Heavy Industrial to C-4 Downtown
Commercial zoning district.
At the meeting, the City Council will receive oral and
written comments from any resident or property owner of said
City to the above action. The official City Council agenda
will be posted the Friday before the meeting and will contain
public input options. The agenda can be accessed at
https://dubuqueia.portal.civicclerk.com/ or by contacting the
City Clerk's Office at 563-589-4100,
ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org.
Written comments on the public hearing may be submitted to
the City Clerk's Office by email at ctyclerk@cityofdubuque.org
or by mail to City Hall, 50 W. 13th St., Dubuque, IA 52001,
before the scheduled hearing. The City Council will review all
written comments at the time of the hearing.
Documents related to the public hearing are on file in the
City Clerk's Office and may be viewed Monday through Friday
between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Individuals requiring special assistance should contact the
City Clerks Office as soon as feasible. Deaf or
hard -of -hearing individuals can use Relay Iowa by dialing 711
or (800) 735-2942.
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, CMC
City Clerk
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STATE OF IOWA SS:
DUBUQUE COUNTY
CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
I, Kathy Goetzinger, a Billing Clerk for Woodward
Communications, Inc., an Iowa corporation, publisher
of the Telegraph Herald, a newspaper of general
circulation published in the City of Dubuque, County
of Dubuque and State of Iowa; hereby certify that the
attached notice was published in said newspaper on the
following dates:
09/19/2025
and for which the charge is 29.35
sc ' • - . • • - is re me ,a Notary Public in and for
Dubuque County, Iowa,
this 19th day of September, 2025
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OA($ JANET K. PAPE
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CITY OF DUBUQUE
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
ORDINANCE NO. 35 25
SUMMARY
THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION OF THE ORDINANCE IS A SUMMARY. THE
ORDINANCE IN ITS ENTIRETY IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY
CLERK, 50 W. 13TH STREET, DUBUQUE AND MAY BE VIEWED DURING
NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS OF 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE
OF ORDINANCES, UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY RECLASSIFYING
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3185 WEST 32ND
STREET (PIN 1016227007) FROM R-1 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT TO OR OFFICE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT WITH CONDITIONS AS
ESTABLISHED IN THE ATTACHED MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of
Ordinances, Unified Development Code, is hereby amended by
reclassifying the hereinafterdescribed property from R-1
Single -Family Residential District to ORc Office Residential
District with conditions, to wit:
Balance of Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Lot 4, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of
Lot 7, of the North East ? of Section 16, Township 89 North,
Range 2 East of the 5th P.M., and to the centerline of the
adjoining public right-of-way, all in the City of Dubuque,
Iowa.
Section 2. That the foregoing amendment has heretofore been
reviewed by the Zoning Advisory Commission of the City of
Dubuque, Iowa. [Full amendment text is on file in the Office
of the City Clerk].
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon
publication as provided by law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th day of September,
2025.
/s/Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor
Attest: /s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Published officially in the Telegraph Herald newspaper on
the 19th day of September, 2025.
/s/Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
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