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DUBUQUE, ;Iowa
Supplement No. 20/December, 2015
Includes Ordinances: 53-15, 54-15, 56=15; 57-15, 61-15
66-15, 67-15, 69-'15 and code change
VOLUME
TITLE; 2:
2-2-1, Chapter 2, Civil Service Commission
and following page
2-4-1, Chapter 4, Civic Center Advisory
and following two; pages
2-5B-1, Chapter 5, Article B. Housing
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2-9-1, Chapter 9, Sister City Relationships
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Preface
62-15,
2-2-1, ;Chapter 2, Civil Service Commission
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2-4-1, :Chapter 4, Civic Center Advisory
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2-5B-1, Chapter: 5, Article B. Housing
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2-9-1, Chapter:9, Sister City
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VOLUME II ;
TITLE 14:
14-1A-2, eighty (180) days; provided, that
and following two pages
14-1H-1, Chapter 1, Article H. Plumbing 'Code
14-1H-2, abate such violation, or to require
and following two pages
14-1 H-2, foot below the roof and terminate not
TITLE 15:
15-2-1, Chapter 2, Long Range Planning
and following page
TITLE -16:
16-5-2, dwellings and related recreational
16-5-3, 16-5=3: R-2 Two -Family Residential
16-5-4, 16-5-4: R -2A Alternate Two -Family
16-5-5, 16-5-5: R-3 Moderate. Density
and following page
16-5-6-3, Solar collector
16-5-7-3, Garage sale, provided that not
Relationships
4-1A-2, eighty (180) days; provided, that
14-1H-1, Chapter 1, Article 11. Plumbing Code
1.4-1 H-2, abate; such violation, or to require
and following page
14-1 H-2, foot'below thegroof and terminate not
and following two pages.
15-2-1, Chapter 2, Long Range
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Planning
16-55-2, dwellings and related recreational
16-5-3, 16-5-33:,H -2 Two -Family; Residential
16-5-4, 16-5-4: R -2A Alternate Two -Family.
16-5-5, 16=5-5: R-3" Moderate Density
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16-5-6-3, Solar collector (freestanding
16-5-7'-3, Garage sale, provided that not
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TITLE 16 (cont.)
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16-8, Chapter 8, Zoning Board Of Adjustment
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-C-, Central Market (cont:)
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PREFACE
This city code of the city of Dubuque, as supple-
mented, contains ordinances up to and including
ordinance 51-15, passed August 3, 2015. Ordi-
nances of the city adopted after said ordinance
supersede the provisions of this city code to the
extent that they are in conflict or inconsistent
therewith. Consult the city office in order to
ascertain whether any particular provision of the
code has been amended, superseded or repealed.
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SECTION:
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CHAPTER 2
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Applicability; Compliance With Statutes
Commission Created
Qualifications Generally
Appointment; Term
Compensation
Chairperson; Clerk
Council To Furnish Meeting Room, Equipment, Recorder
Record Of Meetings And Personnel
Examination Of Applicants
Conduct Of Examinations; Certification Of Qualified Persons
Procedure For Conduct Of Hearing Appeals
2-2-1: APPLICABILITY; COMPLIANCE WITH STATUTES: The
provisions of this chapter shall apply to those persons
enumerated in Iowa Code section 400.6 and shall be in accordance with the
laws of the state. (2007 Code § 2-178)
2-2-2: COMMISSION CREATED: A civil service commission is
hereby created under and in accordance with the provisions
of the code of Iowa. (2007 Code § 2-179)
2-2-3: QUALIFICATIONS GENERALLY: Civil service commission-
ers must be citizens of Iowa, eligible electors as defined in
the code of Iowa, and residents of the city preceding their appointment, and
shall not hold or be a candidate for any office of public trust. The human
rights director shall, ex officio, be a member, without vote, of the civil
service commission. Civil service commissioners shall not buy from, sell to,
or in any manner become parties, directly, to any contract to furnish
supplies, material, or labor to the city in which they are commissioners.
(2007 Code § 2-180)
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2-2-4: APPOINTMENT; TERM: The mayor, with the approval of the
council, shall appoint three (3) civil service commissioners for
four (4) year terms. (2007 Code § 2-181)
2-2-5: COMPENSATION: The civil service commissioners shall
serve without compensation. (2007 Code § 2-182)
2-2-6: CHAIRPERSON; CLERK: The civil service commission shall
elect a chairperson from among its members and the city
clerk shall be the clerk of the commission. (2007 Code § 2-183)
2-2-7: COUNCIL TO FURNISH MEETING ROOM, EQUIPMENT,
RECORDER: The council shall provide suitable rooms in
which the civil service commission may hold its meetings and supply the
commission with all necessary equipment and a qualified shorthand reporter
to enable it properly to perform its duties. (2007 Code § 2-184)
2-2-8: RECORD OF MEETINGS AND PERSONNEL: The civil
service commission shall keep a record of all its meetings and
also a complete individual service record of each civil service employee
which record shall be permanent and kept up to date. (2007 Code § 2-185)
2-2-9: EXAMINATION OF APPLICANTS: Examinations for the
positions in the city civil service shall be applicable to and
required of all applicants in accordance with the code of Iowa. (2007 Code
§ 2-186)
2-2-10: CONDUCT OF EXAMINATIONS; CERTIFICATION OF
QUALIFIED PERSONS: The civil service commission shall
conduct examinations in accordance with the provisions of the laws of the
state relative thereto, and for the purpose of determining the qualifications
of applicants for positions under civil service and shall duly certify to the
council a list of the qualified persons as set forth in the code of Iowa. (2007
Code § 2-187)
2-2-11: PROCEDURE FOR CONDUCT OF HEARING APPEALS:
Notwithstanding chapter 1 of this title, the civil service
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commission shall adopt its own rules governing the procedure for the
conduct of hearing appeals. (2007 Code § 2-188)
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SECTION:
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2-4- 3:
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2-4- 8:
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CHAPTER 4
CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION
Commission Created
Purposes, Objectives Generally
Specific Purposes
Duties And Responsibilities
Programs, Projects And Services
Membership; Appointment
Vacancies In Membership
Attendance At Meetings
Compensation
Organization; Election Of Officers
Duties Of Officers
Meetings
Quorum And Voting
Minutes Filed With City Clerk
Internal Rules And Regulations
Administrative And Other Policies; Applicability
2-4-1: COMMISSION CREATED: There is hereby created a civic
center advisory commission to have such powers and
responsibilities as hereinafter provided. (2007 Code § 13-11)
2-4-2: PURPOSES, OBJECTIVES GENERALLY:
A. The commission is charged with development of the optimum utiliza-
tion of the civic center facility by the widest possible range of users
and uses to respond to community needs and demands at the least
possible cost to the city.
B. It is intended that the commission shall have that authority and
responsibility essential to assure that its general purpose is fulfilled
subject to this chapter and subject to the approval of the city council
in matters of policy. (2007 Code § 13-12)
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2-4-3: SPECIFIC PURPOSES: The specific purposes of the civic
center advisory commission shall be to:
A. Provide the city council as necessary with recommendations that
further the general and specific purposes of the commission.
B. Develop effective leadership for efficient planning, control and
administration of policies and programs to realize optimum use of the
civic center.
C. Foster the development of financial and other resources to support
the short and long term needs of the civic center facility and its
programs.
D. Develop programs to provide a variety of year round intellectual,
cultural, enjoyable and attractive leisure time activities which
contribute to the physical and mental well being of residents and
visitors.
E. Develop programs which contribute to the economic base of the
community by encouraging business use of the civic center facility.
(2007 Code § 13-13)
2-4-4: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties and responsi-
bilities of the commission are as follows:
A. Development of an administrative plan and operating policies to
assure the maximum effectiveness in the use of all facilities and
resources.
B. Development of schedules of fees and charges for special building
services, equipment, special building features, rental rates,
admissions, and concessions.
C. Development of informational and promotional programs to secure
the full support and participation of the community.
D. Development of accurate, timely and understandable financial data
and measurements of effectiveness necessary to assure sound
policy formulation for operation and management.
E. Development of the annual operating budget and an ongoing capital
improvements budget.
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F. Development of a maintenance program to provide a safe, secure,
sanitary, clean and attractive facility.
G. Serve as a personnel advisory committee to the city manager in the
selection of civic center personnel.
H. Participate with the Dubuque area chamber of commerce, the hotel
and restaurant industry and other interest groups to promote and
develop the convention and tourism business for the Dubuque area.
I Execution of contracts and agreements for the use, operation and
maintenance of the civic center facility; contracts and agreements for
the use of the facility may be signed by the city manager, except that
all contracts for usage of the facility involving a term of longer than
five (5) days shall be signed by the mayor with the approval of the
city council. (2007 Code § 13-14)
2-4-5: PROGRAMS, PROJECTS AND SERVICES: All programs,
projects and services to be developed by the commission
must conform to the policies of the city and to applicable local, state and
federal laws, rules and regulations. (2007 Code § 13-15)
2-4-6: MEMBERSHIP; APPOINTMENT:
A. Membership; Terms: The commission shall be comprised of a
membership of five (5) persons, who shall be appointed by the city
council for terms of three (3) years.
B. Serve Until Successor Appointed: Upon completion of the term of
office, a member of the commission shall continue to serve in the
member's full capacity until a successor has been duly appointed.
(2007 Code § 13-17)
2-4-7: VACANCIES IN MEMBERSHIP: A vacancy caused by death,
resignation or otherwise on the commission shall be promptly
filled by the city council for the unexpired term of office. (2007 Code
§ 13-18)
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2-4-8: ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS:
A. Frequency Of Attendance: Members of the commission shall attend
at least two-thirds (2/3) of all regularly scheduled and held meetings
within any twelve (12) month period. If any member does not attend
such prescribed number of meetings, it shall constitute grounds for
the commission to recommend to the city council that said member
be replaced.
B. Record Of Attendance: The attendance of all commission members
shall be entered upon the minutes of all meetings by the secretary.
(2007 Code § 13-19)
2-4-9: COMPENSATION: All members of the commission shall
serve without compensation except for reimbursement of
necessary expenses. (2007 Code § 13-20)
2-4-10: ORGANIZATION; ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
A. Officers Designated: The officers of the commission shall be a
chairperson, a vice chairperson, and a secretary. All officers shall be
members of the commission.
B. Election By Commission: At the initial meeting of the commission
and at the first meeting of each calendar year thereafter, the
commission shall elect the above identified officers to serve one year
terms of office. All officers shall be eligible to serve successive terms
of office. (2007 Code § 13-21)
2-4-11: DUTIES OF OFFICERS:
A. Chairperson: The chairperson shall preside at all meetings of the
commission and shall perform all duties incident to the office of
chairperson.
B. Vice Chairperson: The vice chairperson shall perform the duties of
the chairperson in the absence or incapacity of the chairperson. In
the event of such absence or incapacity, the vice chairperson shall
perform such duties as are imposed upon the chairperson until such
time as the commission designates a new chairperson.
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C. Temporary Chairperson: In the event of the absence of the chair-
person or vice chairperson at any meeting of the commission, the
then present members of the commission shall select a temporary
chairperson for that meeting.
D. Secretary: The secretary shall record votes, keep a record of all
proceedings of the commission and perform such other duties
incident to the office of secretary.
E. Absence Of Secretary: In the event of the absence of the secretary
at any meeting of the commission, the chairperson shall appoint one
of the then present commission members to serve as secretary pro
tem for that meeting. (2007 Code § 13-22)
2-4-12: MEETINGS:
A. Meetings: The commission shall meet not less than quarterly.
B. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the chair-
person or at the request of three (3) members of the commission.
(Ord. 41-12, 6-18-2012)
2-4-13: QUORUM AND VOTING:
A. Quorum: Three (3) members of the commission shall constitute a
quorum.
B. Voting: All votes shall be entered upon the minutes by the secretary.
(2007 Code § 13-26)
2-4-14: MINUTES FILED WITH CITY CLERK: The commission
shall file with the city clerk a copy of the minutes of each
regular and special meeting of the commission within ten (10) working days
after each such meeting. (2007 Code § 13-27)
2-4-15: INTERNAL RULES AND REGULATIONS: The commission
may adopt such further rules and regulations to govern its
organization and procedures as it may deem necessary and which are not
in conflict with this chapter. Such rules and regulations, upon their adoption,
shall immediately be provided the city clerk. (2007 Code § 13-28)
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2-4-16: ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER POLICIES; APPLICABIL-
ITY: All administrative, personnel, accounting, budgetary and
procurement policies of the city shall govern the commission in all of its
operations. (2007 Code § 13-29)
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CHAPTER 5
HOUSING AGENCY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSIONS
ARTICLE B. HOUSING COMMISSION
SECTION:
2-5B-1:
2-5B-2:
2-5B-3:
2-5B-4:
2-5B-5:
2-5B-6:
2-5B-7:
2-5B-1:
Commission Created
Purpose; Approval Of Proposals
Membership; Vacancies; Qualifications
Meetings
Compensation
Internal Organization And Rules
Procedures For Operations
COMMISSION CREATED: There is hereby created a housing
commission. (2007 Code § 15-21)
2-5B-2: PURPOSE; APPROVAL OF PROPOSALS:
A. Duties And Responsibilities: The housing commission shall monitor
and evaluate city housing needs and shall make recommendations to
the city council as to how those needs can be met. In furtherance of
this mission, the housing commission's duties and responsibilities
shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. To contribute as appropriate in the planning, coordinating and
review of housing development;
2. To conduct public hearings to ensure meaningful citizen input in
the planning, implementation and assessment of the city's housing
programs;
3. To provide for and encourage the participation of low and
moderate income persons in the planning, implementation and
assessment of housing programs;
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4. To provide input into the community planning process and to
assist in accomplishing a coordinated and consistent housing devel-
opment program of the city in accordance with present and future
housing needs;
5. To request and review ongoing surveys assessing housing needs
and identifying future community housing needs, particularly the
needs of persons of low and moderate income;
6. To support the efforts of the city council and other city
commissions in the assessment of the general housing needs of the
community;
7. To undertake from time to time other specific ongoing housing
planning which may be referred to it by the city council;
8. To research and recommend to the city council policies and
programs facilitating the development of affordable housing;
9. To undertake public information efforts to educate citizens of the
availability of federal, state and locally funded housing assistance
programs;
10. To assist in the preparation of the housing element of the city
comprehensive plan and the annual consolidated plan;
11. To offer comment, as appropriate, on the consistency of
proposed housing development with the comprehensive `plan,
consolidated plan and existing city housing strategies.
B. Project Approval: Any proposed low rent housing project shall be
subject to specific approval by the city council and any project
requiring a referendum as provided in the code of Iowa shall be
submitted to the voters of the city in accordance with the code of
Iowa.
C. Monitor Housing Program; Conduct Hearings On Grievances: The
housing commission shall monitor the city's housing program and
conduct hearings on grievances which arise out of the operation of
such program except in the area of housing code enforcement.
D. Additional Duties: The housing commission shall undertake such
additional duties, with regard to the housing trust fund, as are
specified in this code. (2007 Code § 15-22)
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2-5B-3: MEMBERSHIP; VACANCIES; QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Membership: The housing commission shall be comprised of ten (10)
members.
B. Term Of Office: Appointments shall be for a term of three (3) years.
C. Vacancies: Vacancy caused by death, resignation or otherwise on
the commission shall be promptly filled by the city council for the
unexpired term of office.
D. Manner Of Selection: At least three (3) members of the commission
shall be selected specifically on the basis of experience in real
estate development, banking, finance, accounting, funds manage-
ment or other related areas of expertise.
E. Member Receiving Rental Assistance: One member of the commis-
sion shall be a person who is a recipient of tenant based rental
assistance under section 8 of the United States housing act of 1937
(42 USC 1437f) whose name appears on a lease of section 8
property and who is eighteen (18) years of age or older. If such
member ceases to be a recipient of rental assistance under section
8, the term of such member shall be deemed terminated and a new
member who meets the requirements of this subsection shall be
appointed for the remainder of the term. (2007 Code § 15-23)
2-5B-4: MEETINGS:
A. Frequency Of Meetings: The housing commission shall meet not Tess
than monthly.
B. Attendance Of Members: Members of the commission shall attend at
least two-thirds (2/3) of all regularly scheduled and held meetings
within a twelve (12) month period. If any member does not attend
such prescribed number of meetings, it shall constitute grounds for
the commission to recommend to the city council that the member be
replaced. The attendance of all members shall be entered upon the
minutes of all meetings.
C. Minutes Filed With Clerk: The housing commission shall file with the
city clerk a copy of the minutes of each regular and special meeting
of the commission within ten (10) working days after each such
meeting. (2007 Code § 15-24)
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2-5B-5: COMPENSATION: All members of the commission shall
serve without compensation except for reimbursement of
necessary expenses. (2007 Code § 15-25)
2-5B-6: INTERNAL ORGANIZATION AND RULES: The commission
may adopt rules and regulations to govern its organizational
procedures as it may deem necessary and which are not in conflict with this
article. (2007 Code § 15-26)
2-5B-7: PROCEDURES FOR OPERATIONS: All administrative
personnel, accounting, budgetary and procurement policies of
the city shall govern the commission in all of its operations. (2007 Code
§ 15-27)
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CHAPTER 9
SISTER CITY RELATIONSHIPS ADVISORY COMMISSION
SECTION:
2-9- 1:
2-9- 2:
2-9- 3:
2-9- 4:
2-9- 5:
2-9- 6:
2-9- 7:
2-9- 8:
2-9- 9:
2-9-10:
2-9-11:
2-9-12:
Commission Created
Purpose
Internal Organization And Rules
Procedures For Operation
Membership
Terms
Vacancies
Officers; Organization
Meetings
Compensation
Removal
Powers
2-9-1: COMMISSION CREATED: There is hereby created the sister
city relationships advisory commission to have such powers
and responsibilities as hereinafter provided. (Ord. 59-10, 11-1-2010)
2-9-2: PURPOSE: The purposes of the commission shall be to
facilitate and maintain economic and cultural exchanges with
the city's officially recognized international sister cities; to explore potential
relationships with cities where a sister city relationship may be mutually
beneficial; and to engage partnerships with the business community and
education institutions that will enhance sister city relationships. (Ord. 59-10,
11-1-2010)
2-9-3: INTERNAL ORGANIZATION AND RULES: The commission
may adopt rules and regulations to govern its organizational
procedures as may be necessary and which are not in conflict with city or
state code. (Ord. 59-10, 11-1-2010)
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2-9-4: PROCEDURES FOR OPERATION: All administrative, person-
nel, accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies of the
city shall govern the commission in all its operations. (Ord. 59-10,
11-1-2010)
2-9-5: MEMBERSHIP: The commission shall consist of thirteen (13)
members appointed by the city council.
A. Two (2) members shall be representatives of the city council.
B. Eleven (11) members shall be at large residents of the city,
appointed by the city council. (Ord. 1-11, 1-18-2011)
2-9-6: TERMS: The initial terms of commissioners will be as follows:
three (3) commissioners for terms ending February 1, 2012,
three (3) commissioners for terms ending February 1, 2013, and five (5)
commissioners for terms ending February 1, 2014. Thereafter, each
member of the commission shall hold office for three (3) years or until such
member's successor is appointed and qualified. (Ord. 1-11, 1-18-2011)
2-9-7: VACANCIES: Vacancies caused by death, resignation, or
otherwise shall be promptly filled by the city council for the
unexpired term of office. (Ord. 59-10, 11-1-2010)
2-9-8: OFFICERS; ORGANIZATION: The commission shall choose
annually, from its own membership, two (2) persons to serve
as facilitators, each to serve a term of one year. The city manager shall
appoint a city staff person to serve as secretary. The commission shall fill
vacancies among its officers for the remainder of the unexpired term. (Ord.
59-10, 11-1-2010)
2-9-9: MEETINGS:
A. Regular Meetings: The commission shall meet quarterly.
B. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the facilitators
or at the written request of three (3) members.
C. Open Meetings: All meetings shall be called and held in confor-
mance with the Iowa open meetings law.
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D. Attendance:
1. In the event a member of the commission, created by this chapter,
has been absent for three (3) or more consecutive meetings of the
commission, without being excused by the facilitator, it shall be
grounds for the commission to recommend to the city council that the
position be declared vacant and a replacement appointed.
2. Attendance shall be entered upon the minutes of all meetings.
E. Minutes: A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings of
the commission shall be filed with the city council within ten (10)
working days after each meeting.
F. Quorum: Six (6) members of the commission shall constitute a
quorum for the transaction of business. The affirmative vote of a
simple majority of the members present shall be necessary for the
adoption of any resolution. (Ord. 59-10, 11-1-2010)
2-9-10: COMPENSATION: The members of the commission shall
serve without compensation, provided that they may receive
reimbursement for necessary travel and other expenses while on official
commission business within the limits established in the city administrative
policies and the city budget. (Ord. 59-10, 11-1-2010)
2-9-11: REMOVAL: The city council may remove any member of any
board or commission which it has established. (Ord. 59-10,
11-1-2010)
2-9-12: POWERS: The commission shall have the following powers,
duties, and responsibilities:
A. To recommend to the city council the official acknowledgement of or
absolving of a sister city relationship.
B. To facilitate and maintain the exchange of information by and
between the city and its sister cities through, but not limited to,
correspondence, delegation visits, and event planning. (Ord. 59-10,
11-1-2010)
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eighty (180) days; provided, that a fee is paid for each renewal as
set by the city manager.
All city of Dubuque residential building permits issued prior to July
16, 2007 without an expiration date listed shall expire on October 1,
2010.
Sec. 113. Building Code And Advisory Appeals Board.
A. Board Created. There is hereby created a building code and
advisory appeals board.
B. Mission. The mission of the building code and advisory appeals
board shall be to determine the suitability of alternative building
materials and methods of building construction, to provide for
reasonable interpretation of the provisions of the building code, and
to advise the city council on all building construction regulations and
procedures.
C. Internal Organization And Rules. The board may adopt rules and
regulations to govern its organizational procedures as may be neces-
sary and which are not in conflict with city or state code.
D. Procedures For Operation. All administrative, personnel, account-
ing, budgetary, and procurement policies of the city shall govern the
board in all its operations.
E. Membership.
1. The building code advisory and appeals board shall consist of
seven (7) residents of the city of Dubuque, appointed by the city
council. The mayor must publish notice of the names of persons
selected for appointment no less than thirty (30) days prior to a vote
by the city council.
2. Residents must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
3. Special Qualifications.
a. One (1) member shall be an architect or engineer registered in the
state of Iowa;
b. One (1) member shall be a commercial contractor;
c. One (1) member shall be a journeyman carpenter;
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d. One (1) member must be a residential contractor;
e. One (1) member shall be from the public at -large; and
f. Two (2) representatives must have knowledge of ADA regulations
to represent the interests of persons with disabilities.
F. Terms. The term of office for members of the building code
advisory and appeals board shall be three (3) years. All officers shall
be eligible to serve successive terms of office.
G. Vacancies. Vacancies caused by death, resignation, or otherwise
shall be promptly filled by the city council for the unexpired term of
office.
H. Officers/Organization. The board shall choose annually, from its
own membership, a chairperson and vice chairperson, each to serve
a term of one (1) year. The building official, or designee, shall be
secretary of the board. The board shall fill vacancies among its
officers for the remainder of the unexpired term.
I. Meetings.
1. Regular Meetings. The building code advisory and appeals board
shall meet upon call of the chairperson, secretary or city manager.
2. Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the chair-
person or at the written request of three (3) members by giving at
least twenty-four (24) hours notice to every other member of the
commission. The call for a special meeting shall include an agenda
and only matters included in that agenda may be acted on at the
meeting.
3. Open Meetings. All meetings shall be called and held in confor-
mance with the Iowa open meetings law.
4. Attendance.
a. In the event a member of the building code advisory and appeals
board, created by this chapter, has been absent for three (3) or more
consecutive meetings of the board, without being excused by the
chairperson, it shall be grounds for the board to recommend to the
city council that the position be declared vacant and a replacement
appointed.
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b. Attendance shall be entered upon the minutes of all meetings.
5. Minutes. A copy of the minutes of all regular and special meetings
of the board shall be filed with the city council within ten (10) working
days after each meeting.
6. Quorum. Three (3) members of the board shall constitute a
quorum for the transaction of business. The affirmative vote of at
least three (3) members shall be necessary for the adoption of any
resolution.
J. Compensation. The members of the building code advisory and
appeals board created by this chapter shall serve without compensa-
tion, provided that they may receive reimbursement for necessary
travel and other expenses while on official board business and such
shall be within the limits established in the city budget.
K. Removal. The city council may remove any member of any board
or commission which it has established.
L. Powers. The building code advisory and appeals board shall have
the following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
1. Any person who is aggrieved by a decision of the building official
on any requirements resulting from the enforcement of the building
code may appeal from such decision to the building code board and
said board shall serve as an appeal board. In case the aggrieved
party is a member of said board, said member shall be disqualified
as a member of the board acting as an appeal board, until the
person aggrieved has been heard and a decision rendered.
The appeal shall be made by the person aggrieved, giving written
notice of such appeal to the building official within seven (7) days of
receipt of decision from which the appeal is taken. The building code
board sitting as an appeal board shall meet within ten (10) working
days after receiving such notice and render a decision within five (5)
working days thereafter. Any interested party, including the building
official, shall have the right to present their case to the appeal board,
whose decision shall be final unless appealed to the district court as
provided by law.
The board of appeals may reverse or modify adecision of the build-
ing official only on finding that:
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a. The building official had incorrectly interpreted the provision of
this code; or,
b. The decision of the building official creates an unnecessary hard-
ship upon the appellant.
The board of appeals shall require that sufficient evidence or proof
be submitted to substantiate any claims made regarding the use of
alternates.
All appeal hearings shall be conducted in accordance with the proce-
dures specified in this code.
On issues before the board involving the Americans with disabilities
act (ADA) the board may elect to seek input from ADA advocates in
the community. If the board elects to seek input from ADA advocates
in the community the board shall consult with a minimum of two (2)
individuals.
M. Limitations Of Authority. The board of appeals shall have no
authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of
this code nor shall the board be empowered to waive requirements
of this code.
In so modifying or reversing such decision of the building official, the
board of appeals may authorize any alternate to the decision of the
building official and the provisions, provided it finds the proposed
material or method of construction is satisfactory for the use
intended and complies with the provisions of this code, and that the
material, method, or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at
least equivalent to that prescribed by this code in suitability,
strength, effectiveness, durability, fire resistance, and safety.
Sec. 114. Violations.
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect,
construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or
demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or
cause or permit the same to be done in violation of this code.
The doing of any act, or the omission of any act, declared to be
unlawful by this code, or any code or ordinance herein adopted by
reference shall be deemed a separate offense for each and every
day or portion thereof during which any such unlawful act is
committed, continued or permitted and upon conviction shall be
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punishable as provided in title 1 of the code of ordinances. The
penalty herein provided shall be cumulative with and in addition to
the revocation, cancellation or forfeiture of any license or permit
elsewhere in this code provided for violation thereof.
Sec. 116. Unsafe Structures And Equipment.
All buildings or structures regulated by this code which are
structurally unsafe or not provided with adequate egress, or which
constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life
are, for the purpose of this section, unsafe. Any use of buildings or
structures constituting a hazard to safety, health or public welfare by
reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, obsolescence, fire
hazard, disaster, damage or abandonment is, for the purpose of this
section, an unsafe use. Parapet walls, cornices, spires, towers,
tanks, statuary and other appendages or structural members which
are supported by, attached to, or a part of a building and which are
in deteriorated condition or otherwise unable to sustain the design
loads which are specified in this code are hereby designated as
unsafe building appendages.
All such unsafe buildings, structures or appendages are hereby
declared to be public nuisances and shall be abated by repair,
rehabilitation, demolition or removal in accordance with the proce-
dures set forth in title 14, chapter 3 of the code of ordinances.
(Ord. 39-13, 7-15-2013)
14-1A-3: PERMIT ISSUANCE PROHIBITED DURING CONSIDERA-
TION OF ZONING RECLASSIFICATION OR ZONING OR
SUBDIVISION TEXT AMENDMENTS: The building official of the city is
hereby prohibited from issuing a building permit for real property for which
action has been initiated for a change in the zoning classification of the
property or a text amendment of the zoning or subdivision ordinances. The
prohibition shall be from the date of the filing of the application with the
planning services department until the date of final action of the city council
upon such zoning reclassification or text amendment, including publication
as provided by law where the reclassification or amendment is adopted by
the city council. The city council may, by one or more resolutions, waive
this prohibition in whole or in part. (Ord. 36-06, 5-15-2006)
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SECTION:
14-1H-1:
14-1 H-2:
14-1 H-3:
14-1 H-4:
14-1 H-5:
14-1 H-6:
CHAPTER 1
BUILDING CODES
ARTICLE H. PLUMBING CODE
International Plumbing Code Adopted
International Plumbing Code Amendments
Licensure And Certification
Backflow Prevention Requirements For New Residential
Construction
Backflow Prevention Requirements For Existing Water
Services
Inspection Fees
14-1 H-1: INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED: Except as
hereinafter added to, deleted, modified or amended, there is
hereby adopted by reference as the plumbing code of the city that certain
plumbing code known as the international plumbing code, 2012 edition,
published by the International Code Council, and the provisions of such
plumbing code shall be controlling for the installation, alteration, repair,
relocation, replacement, addition to and use or maintenance of plumbing
equipment and systems in all matters covered by such plumbing code
within the corporate limits of the city and shall be known as the Dubuque
plumbing code. A copy of the international plumbing code, 2012 edition, as
adopted, shall be on file in the office of the city clerk for public inspection.
(Ord. 39-13, 7-15-2013)
14-1 H-2: INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE AMENDMENTS: The
following additions, deletions, modifications, or amendments
of the international plumbing code, 2012 edition, adopted in section 14-1H-1
of this article to read as follows:
Sec. 103.3. Deputies.
In accordance with prescribed procedures and with the approval of
the city manager, the building official may appoint such number of
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assistants, inspectors, and other employees as shall be authorized
from time to time.
Sec. 103.4. Liability.
The building official or authorized representative charged with the
enforcement of this code, acting in good faith and without malice in
the discharge of his or her duties, shall not thereby be rendered
liable for any damage that may accrue to persons or property as a
result of any act or by reason of any act or omission in the discharge
of his or her duties. A suit brought against the building official or
authorized representative because of such act or omission
performed by him or her in the enforcement of any provision of this
code shall be defended by legal counsel provided by this jurisdiction
until final termination of such proceedings.
Sec. 104.1. Administrative Authority.
The administrative authority shall be the building official who is duly
appointed to enforce this code.
Sec. 104.5. Right Of Entry.
Whenever it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provi-
sions of this code, or whenever the building official or the building
official's authorized representative has reasonable cause to believe
that there exists in any building or upon any premises any condition
or violations of this code which make the building or premises
unsafe, insanitary, dangerous, or hazardous, the building official or
the building official's authorized representative may enter the
building or premises at all reasonable times to inspect or to perform
the duties imposed upon the building official by this code, provided
that if such building or premises be occupied, the building official
shall present his or her credentials to the occupant and request
entry. If such building or premises is unoccupied, the building official
shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other
person having charge or control of the building or premises and
request entry. If entry is refused the building official or the building
official's authorized representative, the building official shall have
recourse to every remedy provided by law to secure entry.
When the building official or the building official's authorized
representative shall have first obtained a proper inspection warrant
or other remedy provided by law to secure entry, no owner or occu-
pant or person having charge, care, or control of any building or
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abate such violation, or to require the removal or termination of the
unlawful occupancy of the structure in violation of the provisions of
this code or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto.
Sec. 108.4. Violation And Penalties.
The doing of any act, or the omission of any act, declared to be
unlawful by this code, or any code or ordinance herein adopted by
reference shall be deemed a separate offense for each and every
day or portion thereof during which any such unlawful act is com-
mitted, continued, or permitted and upon conviction shall be
punishable as provided in title 1, chapter 4 of the code of ordi-
nances. The penalty herein provided shall be cumulative with and in
addition to the revocation, cancellation, or forfeiture of any license or
permit elsewhere in this code provided for violation thereof.
Sec. 108.7.1. Authority To Condemn Equipment.
Whenever the building official ascertains that any plumbing, or
portion thereof, regulated by this code has become hazardous to life,
health, property, or has become insanitary, the building official shall
order in writing that such plumbing either be removed or restored to
a safe or sanitary condition, as appropriate. The written notice itself
shall fix a time limit for compliance with such order. No person shall
use or maintain defective plumbing after receiving such notice.
When such plumbing is to be disconnected, written notice as
prescribed in section 108.7.2 shall be given. In cases of immediate
danger to life or property, such disconnection may be made imme-
diately without such notice.
Sec. 108.7.2. Authority To Order Disconnection Of Utilities.
The building official or the building official's authorized represen-
tative shall have the authority to order disconnection of any plumbing
supplied to a building, structure, or equipment regulated by this code
when the building official determines that the equipment or any
portion thereof has become hazardous or insanitary. Written notice
of such order to disconnect service and the causes therefor shall be
given within twenty-four (24) hours to the owner and occupant of
such building, structure, or premises. However, in cases of imme-
diate danger to life or property, such disconnection may be made
immediately without such notice. The building official shall imme-
diately notify the serving utility in writing of such order to disconnect.
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Sec. 108.7.3. Connection From Order To Disconnect.
No person shall make connections from any energy, fuel, power
supply, or water distribution system nor supply energy, fuel, or water
to any equipment regulated by this code which has been dis-
connected or ordered to be disconnected by the building official or
the use of which has been ordered to be discontinued by the building
official until the building official authorizes the reconnection and use
of such equipment.
When any plumbing is maintained in violation of this code, and in
violation of any notice issued pursuant to the provisions of this
section, the building official may consult with the city attorney's office
to institute any appropriate action to prevent, restrain, correct, or
abate the violation.
Sec. 109. Means Of Appeal.
109.1. Board Created. There is hereby created a plumbing code
board.
109.2. Mission. The mission of the plumbing code board shall be to
determine the suitability of alternative materials and methods of
installation; to provide for reasonable interpretations of the plumbing
code; to serve as an appeal body for the decisions of the building
official; to advise the city council on all plumbing regulations and
procedures; and to provide for examining applicants for master
plumbers and journeyman plumbers licenses and issuing master
plumber and journeyman plumbers licenses.
109.3. Internal Organization And Rules. The board may adopt rules
and regulations to govern its organizational procedures as may be
necessary and which are not in conflict with city or state code.
109.4. Procedures For Operation. All administrative, personnel,
accounting, budgetary, and procurement policies of the city shall
govern the board in all its operations.
109.5. Membership.
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1. The plumbing code board shall consist of five (5) residents
of the city of Dubuque, appointed by the city council.
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2. Special Qualifications.
a. One (1) member shall hold a license as a journeyman
plumber of at least five (5) years experience;
b. Two (2) members shall be master plumbers who have
engaged in the plumbing business as master plumbers for at
least five (5) years in this city;
c. One (1) member shall hold a bachelor of science degree in
the area of physical sciences; and,
d. One (1) member shall represent the public at -large.
109.6. Terms. The term of office for members of the plumbing code
board shall be three (3) years. All officers shall be eligible to serve
successive terms of office.
109.7. Vacancies. Vacancies caused by death, resignation, or
otherwise shall be promptly filled by the city council for the unexpired
term of office.
109.8. Officers/Organization. The board shall choose annually, from
its own membership, a chairperson and vice chairperson, each to
serve a term of one (1) year. The building official, or the building
official's designee, shall be secretary of the board. The board shall
fill vacancies among its officers for the remainder of the unexpired
term.
109.9. Meetings.
1. Regular Meetings. The plumbing code board shall meet
once every three (3) months.
2. Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the
chairperson or at the written request of three (3) members by
giving at least twenty-four (24) hours notice to every other
member of the commission. The call for a special meeting
shall include an agenda and only matters included in that
agenda may be acted on at the meeting.
3. Open Meetings. All meetings shall be called and held in
conformance with the Iowa open meetings law.
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4. Attendance.
a. In the event a member of the plumbing code board, created
by this chapter, has been absent for three (3) or more
consecutive meetings of the board, without being excused by
the chairperson, it shall be grounds for the board to recom-
mend to the city council that the position be declared vacant
and a replacement appointed.
b. Attendance shall be entered upon the minutes of all meet-
ings.
5. Minutes. A copy of the minutes of all regular and special
meetings of the board shall be filed with the city council within
ten (10) working days after each meeting.
6. Quorum. Three (3) members of the board shall constitute a
quorum for the transaction of business. The affirmative vote of
at least three (3) members shall be necessary for the adop-
tion of any resolution.
109.10. Compensation. The members of the plumbing code board
created by this chapter shall serve without compensation, provided
that they may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and other
expenses while on official board business and such shall be within
the limits established in the city budget.
109.11. Removal. The city council may remove any member of any
board or commission which it has established.
109.12. Powers. The plumbing code board shall have the following
powers, duties, and responsibilities:
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1. To determine the suitability of alternate materials and
methods of installation.
2. To provide for reasonable interpretations of the plumbing
code.
3. To serve as an appeal body for the decisions of the build-
ing official.
4. To advise the city council on all plumbing regulations and
procedures.
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109.13. Duties When Serving As An Appeals Board. Any person who
is aggrieved by a decision of the building official on any require-
ments resulting from the enforcement of the plumbing code, may
appeal from such decision to the plumbing code board and said
board shall serve as an appeal board. In case the aggrieved party is
a member of said board, said member shall be disqualified as a
member of the board acting as an appeal board, until the person
aggrieved has been heard and a decision rendered.
The appeal shall be made by the person aggrieved, giving written
notice of such appeal to the building official at the building official's
office within seven (7) days of receipt of decision from which the
appeal is taken. The plumbing code board sitting as an appeal board
shall meet within seven (7) days after receiving such notice and
render a decision within five (5) days thereafter. Any interested
party, including the building official, shall have the right to present
their case to the appeal board, whose decision shall be final unless
appealed to the district court as provided by law.
The board of appeals may reverse or modify a decision of the build-
ing official only on finding that:
a. The building official incorrectly interpreted a provision of
this code;
b. The decision of the building official creates an unnecessary
hardship upon the appellant.
In so modifying or reversing such decision of the building official, the
board of appeals may authorize any alternate to the decision of the
building official and the provisions of the plumbing code, provided it
finds the proposed material or method of construction is satisfactory
for the use intended and complies with the provisions of this code,
and that the material, method, or work offered is, for the purpose
intended, at least equivalent to that prescribed by this code in
suitability, strength, effectiveness, durability, safety, and sanitation.
The board of appeals shall require that sufficient evidence or proof
be submitted to substantiate any claims made regarding the use of
alternates.
Sec. 202. General Definitions.
Accepted Engineering Practice. That which conforms to accepted
principles, tests or standards of nationally recognized technical or
scientific authorities.
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Access (To). That which enables a fixture, appliance or equipment to
be reached by ready access or by a means that first requires the
removal or movement of a panel, door or similar obstruction (see
"Ready Access").
Access Cover. A removable plate, usually secured by bolts or
screws, to permit access to a pipe or pipe fitting for the purposes of
inspection, repair or cleaning.
Adapter Fitting. An approved connecting device that suitably and
properly joins or adjusts pipes and fittings which do not otherwise fit
together.
Air Admittance Valve. One-way valve designed to allow air to enter
the plumbing drainage system when negative pressures develop in
the piping system. The device shall close by gravity and seal the
vent terminal at zero differential pressure (no flow conditions) and
under positive internal pressures. The purpose of an air admittance
valve is to provide a method of allowing air to enter the plumbing
drainage system without the use of a vent extended to open air and
to prevent sewer gases from escaping into a building.
Air Break (Drainage System). A piping arrangement in which a drain
from a fixture, appliance or device discharges indirectly into another
fixture, receptacle or interceptor at a point below the flood level rim
and above the trap seal.
Air Gap (Drainage System). The unobstructed vertical distance
through the free atmosphere between the outlet of the waste pipe
and the flood level rim of the receptacle into which the waste pipe is
discharging.
Air Gap (Water Distribution System). The unobstructed vertical
distance through the free atmosphere between the lowest opening
from any pipe or faucet supplying water to a tank, plumbing fixture or
other device and the flood level rim of the receptacle.
Alternative Engineered Design. A plumbing system that performs in
accordance with the intent of chapters 3 through 12 and provides an
equivalent level of performance for the protection of public health,
safety and welfare. The system design is not specifically regulated
by chapters 3 through 12.
Anchors. See "Supports."
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foot below the roof and terminate not Tess than ten (10) inches above
the roof, or as required by the administrative authority.
(Ord. 39-13, 7-15-2013)
Sec. 1003.3A. Grease Interceptors And Automatic Grease Removal
Devices Required.
A grease interceptor or automatic grease removal device shall be
required to receive the drainage from fixtures and equipment with
grease laden waste located in food preparation areas, such as in
restaurants, hotel kitchens, hospitals, school kitchens, bars, factory
cafeterias and clubs. Fixtures and equipment shall include pot sinks,
prerinse sinks; soup kettles or similar devices; wok stations; floor
drains or sinks into which kettles are drained and automatic hood
wash units. Grease interceptors and automatic grease removal
devices shall receive waste only from fixtures and equipment that
allow fats, oils or grease to be discharged. Where lack of space or
other constraints prevent the installation or replacement of a grease
interceptor, one or more grease interceptors shall be permitted to be
installed on or above the floor and upstream of an existing grease
interceptor.
Sec. 1003.3.4. Grease Interceptors And Automatic Grease Removal
Devices.
Grease interceptors and automatic grease removal devices shall be
sized in accordance with PDI G101, ASME A112.14.3 appendix A, or
ASME A112.14.4. Grease interceptors and automatic grease removal
devices shall be designed and tested in accordance with PDI G101,
ASME A112.14.3 or ASME A112.14.4. Grease interceptors and auto-
matic grease removal devices shall be installed in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions and maintained in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions and the city of Dubuque FOG
program.
(Ord. 42-14, 7-7-2014)
14-1 H-3: LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION:
A. Except as provided in Iowa Code section 105.11, a person shall not
operate as a contractor or install or repair plumbing, HVAC,
refrigeration, or hydronic systems without obtaining a license issued
by the state, or install or repair medical gas piping systems without
obtaining a valid certification approved by the state.
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B. Except as provided in Iowa Code section 105.11, a person shall not
engage in the business of designing, installing, or repairing
plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, or hydropic systems unless at all
times a licensed master, who shall be responsible for the proper
designing, installing, and repairing of the plumbing, HVAC,
refrigeration, or hydronic system, is employed by the person and is
actively in charge of the plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, or hydronic
work of the person. An individual who performs such work pursuant
to a business operated as a sole proprietorship shall be a licensed
master in the applicable discipline. (Ord. 39-13, 7-15-2013)
14-1 H-4: BACKFLOW PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION: There are hereby estab-
lished minimum backflow prevention standards for new residential construc-
tion. The city manager shall determine the type of backflow prevention
assembly required for containment based on the degree of hazard as out-
lined in title 13, chapter 1, article D of this code. (Ord. 39-13, 7-15-2013)
14-1 H-5: BACKFLOW PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EXIST-
ING WATER SERVICES: The requirements for backflow pre-
vention related to existing water services are outlined in title 13, chapter 1,
article D of this code. (Ord. 39-13, 7-15-2013)
14-1H-6: INSPECTION FEES: A fee shall be paid for inspections made
outside of normal business hours and for inspections for
which no fees are specifically indicated. Inspection fees shall be as set forth
by the city manager. (Ord. 39-13, 7-15-2013)
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CHAPTER 2
LONG RANGE PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION
SECTION:
15-2-1: Commission Created; Composition
15-2-2: Term Of Office
15-2-3: Powers
15-2-4: Organization; Meetings
15-2-5: Procedures For Operations
15-2-1: COMMISSION CREATED; COMPOSITION: There is hereby
created a city long range planning advisory commission,
which shall consist of seven (7) members including a member of the city
council designated by the council and six (6) residents of the city appointed
by the city council who shall be qualified by their knowledge, experience
and ability to contribute to the city's long range planning and development
efforts. (Ord. 9-06, 2-6-2006)
15-2-2: TERM OF OFFICE: The term of office for a member, other
than the member designated by the city council, shall be
three (3) years or until a successor is duly appointed. (2007 Code § 36-6)
15-2-3: POWERS: The commission shall have the following powers,
duties and responsibilities:
A. To provide a leadership role in the planning, coordinating and
sponsoring of a periodic community planning process;
B. To coordinate and supervise the preparation and maintenance of the
comprehensive plan;
C. To provide input to the city manager in the preparation of the city
manager's recommended multiyear capital improvement program
(CIP);
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D. To make comprehensive studies of the present condition and the
future growth of the city to provide input into the community planning
process and to guide and accomplish a coordinated, consistent and
harmonious development of the city in accordance with the present
and future needs thereof to the end that the health, safety, morals,
order, convenience, prosperity and general welfare may be
promoted;
E. To make or cause to be made such surveys, studies, maps, plans, or
charts of the city with due regard to its relation to neighboring
territory as may be determined as necessary to carry out the
purposes of the commission;
F. To recommend amendments to all or a part of the comprehensive
plan in response to the community planning process, upon its own
initiative or upon recommendation presented by the zoning advisory
commission, but only after a public hearing;
G. To review proposed urban renewal plans and urban renewal plan
amendments and urban revitalization plans and urban revitalization
plan amendments for consistency with the comprehensive plan for
the city;
H. To undertake public information efforts to enhance public
understanding of the community planning process generally and the
comprehensive plan specifically; and
To undertake from time to time other specific long range planning
projects which may be referred to it by the city council. (2007 Code
§ 36-7)
15-2-4: ORGANIZATION; MEETINGS:
A. Officers; Rules And Regulations: The commission shall choose
annually, at its first regular meeting of the fiscal year, one of its
members to act as chairperson, and another of its members to act as
vice chairperson, to perform all of the duties of the chairperson
during the chairperson's absence or disability. The commission shall
adopt such rules and regulations governing its organization and
procedures as it may be deemed necessary.
B. Meetings: The commission shall meet as necessary to fulfill the
purposes for which the commission was created.
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CHAPTER 2
LONG RANGE PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION
SECTION:
15-2-1: Commission Created; Composition
15-2-2: Term Of Office
15-2-3: Powers
15-2-4: Organization; Meetings
15-2-5: Procedures For Operations
15-2-1: COMMISSION CREATED; COMPOSITION: There is hereby
created a city long range planning advisory commission,
which shall consist of seven (7) residents of the city appointed by the city
council who shall be qualified by their knowledge, experience and ability to
contribute to the city's long range planning and development efforts. (Ord.
31-11, 5-2-2011)
15-2-2: TERM OF OFFICE: The term of office for a member shall be
three (3) years or until a successor is duly appointed. (2007
Code § 36-6; amd. Ord. 31-11, 5-2-2011)
15-2-3: POWERS: The commission shall have the following powers,
duties and responsibilities:
A. To provide a leadership role in the planning, coordinating and
sponsoring of a periodic community planning process;
B. To coordinate and supervise the preparation and maintenance of the
comprehensive plan;
C. To provide input to the city manager in the preparation of the city
manager's recommended multiyear capital improvement program
(CIP);
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D. To make comprehensive studies of the present condition and the
future growth of the city to provide input into the community planning
process and to guide and accomplish a coordinated, consistent and
harmonious development of the city in accordance with the present
and future needs thereof to the end that the health, safety, morals,
order, convenience, prosperity and general welfare may be
promoted;
E. To make or cause to be made such surveys, studies, maps, plans, or
charts of the city with due regard to its relation to neighboring
territory as may be determined as necessary to carry out the
purposes of the commission;
F. To recommend amendments to all or a part of the comprehensive
plan in response to the community planning process, upon its own
initiative or upon recommendation presented by the zoning advisory
commission, but only after a public hearing;
G. To review proposed urban renewal plans and urban renewal plan
amendments and urban revitalization plans and urban revitalization
plan amendments for consistency with the comprehensive plan for
the city;
H. To undertake public information efforts to enhance public
understanding of the community planning process generally and the
comprehensive plan specifically; and
To undertake from time to time other specific long range planning
projects which may be referred to it by the city council. (2007 Code
§ 36-7)
15-2-4: ORGANIZATION; MEETINGS:
A. Officers; Rules And Regulations: The commission shall choose
annually, at its first regular meeting of the fiscal year, one of its
members to act as chairperson, and another of its members to act as
vice chairperson, to perform all of the duties of the chairperson
during the chairperson's absence or disability. The commission shall
adopt such rules and regulations governing its organization and
procedures as it may be deemed necessary.
B. Meetings: The commission shall meet as necessary to fulfill the
purposes for which the commission was created.
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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 per-
mitted in the R-1 district:
Cemetery, mausoleum, or columbarium.
Golf course.
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)
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.
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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.
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)
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)
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16-5-3: R-2 TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL: The R-2 district is
intended to provide residential areas characterized by single-
family and two-family dwellings. Increased densities and the introduction of
two-family housing types are intended to provide greater housing options
while maintaining the basic qualities of a low density residential neighbor-
hood. The principal use of land in this district is for low density single- and
two-family dwellings and related recreational, religious and educational
facilities. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-3-1: PRINCIPAL PERMITTED USES: The following uses are per-
mitted in the R-2 district:
Cemetery, mausoleum, or columbarium.
Golf course.
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.
Townhouse (maximum 2 dwelling units).
Two-family dwelling (duplex). (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord.
17-13, 3-18-2013)
16-5-3-2: CONDITIONAL USES: The following conditional uses may be
permitted in the R-2 district, subject to the provisions of
section 16-8-5 of this title:
Bed and breakfast home.
Hospice.
Licensed adult day services.
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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)
16-5-3-3: 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.
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)
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16-5-4: R -2A ALTERNATE TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL: The R -2A
district is intended to provide for the protection of certain
older areas of the community developed principally as single-family and
two-family uses. Characteristics of the R -2A district are: smaller than
average lot widths and area, established building lines much closer to the
public right of way and required setback lines, and/or greater lot coverage
than allowed in the more recent developing areas where such requirements
can be provided. The R -2A district is intended to be located in those areas
displaying one or more of the above characteristics. The purpose of this
district is to stabilize and preserve the residential character of existing
areas through the establishment of bulk regulations in conformity with
existing conditions. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-4-1: PRINCIPAL PERMITTED USES: The following uses are per-
mitted in the R -2A district:
Cemetery, mausoleum, or columbarium.
Golf course.
Parks, public or private, and similar natural recreation areas.
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.
Single-family detached dwelling.
Townhouse (maximum 2 dwelling units).
Two-family dwelling (duplex). (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord.
17-13, 3-18-2013)
16-5-4-2: CONDITIONAL USES: The following conditional uses may be
permitted in the R -2A district, subject to the provisions of
section 16-8-5 of this title:
Bed and breakfast home.
Hospice.
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16-5-4-2 16-5-4-3
Licensed adult day services.
Licensed childcare center.
Off premises residential garage.
Off street parking.
Tour home.
Tourist home.
Wind energy conversion system. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-4-3: 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.
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)
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16-5-5 16-5-5-2
16-5-5: R-3 MODERATE DENSITY MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL:
The R-3 district is intended to provide locations for a variety
of dwelling types ranging from single-family to low rise multi -family
dwellings. The R-3 district also serves as a transition between residential
and nonresidential districts. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-5-1: PRINCIPAL PERMITTED USES: The following uses are per-
mitted in the R-3 district:
Cemetery, mausoleum, or columbarium.
Golf course.
Multi -family dwelling (maximum 6 dwelling units).
Parks, public or private, and similar natural recreation areas.
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.
Single-family detached dwelling.
Townhouse (maximum 6 dwelling units).
Two-family dwelling (duplex). (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009; amd. Ord.
17-13, 3-18-2013)
16-5-5-2: CONDITIONAL USES: The following conditional uses may be
permitted in the R-3 district, subject to the provisions of
section 16-8-5 of this title:
Bed and breakfast home.
Group home.
Hospice.
Housing for the elderly or persons with disabilities.
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Individual zero lot line detached dwelling.
Licensed adult day services.
Licensed childcare center.
Mortuary, funeral home, or crematorium.
Nursing or convalescent home.
Off premises residential garage.
Off street parking.
Rooming or boarding house.
Tour home.
Tourist home.
Wind energy conversion system. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-5-3: 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.
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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)
16-5-5-4: 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)
16-5-5-5: PARKING: Minimum parking requirements shall be regulated
in conformance with the provisions of chapter 14 of this title.
(Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-5-6: SIGNS: Signs shall be regulated in conformance with the
provisions of chapter 15 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
(see following page)
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Solar collector.
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)
16-5-6-4: 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)
16-5-6-5: PARKING: Minimum parking requirements shall be regulated
in conformance with the provisions of chapter 14 of this title.
(Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-6-6: SIGNS: Signs shall be regulated in conformance with the
provisions of chapter 15 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
(see following page)
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dwelling
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maximum)
Two-family dwelling
Conditional uses:
Bed and breakfast home
Bed and breakfast inn
Group home
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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.
Off street parking and storage of vehicles.
Satellite receiving dish.
Solar collector.
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)
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.
(Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
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)
(see following page)
City of Dubuque
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Permitted uses:
General office
Hospice
Housing for the elderly or
disabled
Medical office
Mortuary, funeral home
Multi -family dwelling
Nursing or convalescent home
Place of religious exercise or
assembly, school
Single-family detached dwelling
Townhouse
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16-5-9: OC OFFICE COMMERCIAL: The OC district is intended to
encourage and permit the establishment of commercial
business uses in mixed use specialty areas. This district will generally be
located in areas which have developed, or are appropriate to develop, as
limited retail districts. This district should also be located in areas adjacent
to established commercial districts, in historic and/or architecturally
significant areas where the adaptive reuse of existing buildings is
encouraged, in areas of particular tourist interest and along arterial and/or
collector streets which are suitable for more intensive commercial
development. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-9-1: PRINCIPAL PERMITTED USES: The following uses are
permitted in the OC district:
Art gallery, museum or library.
Artist studio.
Bakery (retail only).
Barber or beauty shop.
General office.
Medical office.
Multi -family dwelling.
Parking structure.
Photographic studio.
Place of religious exercise or assembly.
Retail sales and service.
School of private instruction.
Single-family detached dwelling.
Two-family dwelling.
Any other specialty retail use of a similar nature and intensity. (Ord.
52-09, 10-19-2009)
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16-5-9-2: CONDITIONAL USES: The following conditional uses may be
permitted in the OC district subject to the provisions of
section 16-8-5 of this title:
Bar or tavern.
Bed and breakfast home.
Bed and breakfast inn.
Licensed adult day services.
Licensed childcare center.
Off street parking.
Private club.
Restaurant.
Tour home.
Wind energy conversion system. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-5-9-3: 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.
Noncommercial garden, greenhouse or nursery.
Off street parking of vehicles.
Satellite receiving dish.
Solar collector.
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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)
16-5-9-4: 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)
16-5-9-5: PARKING: Minimum parking requirements shall be regulated
in conformance with the provisions of chapter 14 of this title,
except that a twenty five percent (25%) reduction shall be allowed in the
OC district for both permitted and conditional uses. (Ord. 52-09,
10-19-2009)
16-5-9-6: SIGNS: Signs shall be regulated in conformance with the
provisions of chapter 15 of this title. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
(see following page)
City of Dubuque
BULK REGULATIONS:
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CHAPTER 8
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
APPLICATIONS AND PROCEDURES
Zoning Board Of Adjustment
General Board Procedures
General Powers
Appeal From Administrative Official
Authorization
Appeal Procedure
Effect Of Appeal
Board Decision On Appeal
Conditional Use Permit Procedure
Generally
Application
Notice And Meeting Requirements
Standards For Granting Conditional Use Permit
Conditions And Restrictions On Conditional Use Permit
Decisions And Records
Period Of Validity; Expiration
Parking Regulations
Sign Regulations
List Of Conditional Uses
Variance Procedure
Application
Notice And Meeting Requirements
Requirements For Granting Of Variance
Conditions And Restrictions Attached To Granting Of
Variance
Decisions And Records
Special Exceptions
Application
Notice And Meeting Requirements
Requirements For Granting Special Exception
Conditions And Restrictions Attached To Granting Special
Exception
Decisions And Records
Appeal From Board Decision
City of Dubuque
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16-8-1: ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
A. Membership: The board shall consist of five (5) members appointed
by the city council.
B. Term Of Office: Members of the board shall be appointed for a term
of five (5) years, excepting that when the board shall first be created,
one member shall be appointed for a term of five (5) years, one for a
term of four (4) years, one for a term of three (3) years, one for a
term of two (2) years, and one for a term of one year.
C. Removal: Board members may be removed for cause by the city
council upon written charges and after a public hearing.
D. Vacancies: Vacancies on the board shall be filled for the unexpired
term of any member whose term becomes vacant.
E. Appointment To Airport Zoning Board Of Adjustment: Two (2)
members of the board shall be appointed by the city council to serve
on the airport zoning board of adjustment. A member shall serve out
the term on the airport zoning board of adjustment even if the
member's term on the zoning board of adjustment has expired. (Ord.
52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-8-2: GENERAL BOARD PROCEDURES:
A. Meetings: Meetings of the board shall be held at the call of the
chairperson and at such other times as the board may determine.
Such chairperson, or in the chairperson's absence, the acting
chairperson, may administer oaths and compel the attendance of
witnesses. All meetings of the board shall be open to the public. The
board shall keep minutes of its proceedings, showing the vote of
each member upon each question, or if absent or failing to vote,
indicating such fact, and shall keep records of its examinations and
other official actions, all of which shall be immediately filed in the
office of the board and shall be a public record. The board may in
addition adopt general rules of procedure consistent with the
provisions of this title.
B. Vote Of Board: The concurring vote of three (3) members of the
board shall be necessary to reverse any order, requirement, decision
or determination of any administrative official, or to decide in favor of
the applicant on any matter upon which it is required to pass under
this title, or to effect any variation in such title, or to adopt, repeal, or
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amend any rule of procedure adopted pursuant to this chapter. (Ord.
52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-8-3: GENERAL POWERS: The board shall have the following
powers:
A. Appeals From Administrative Official: To hear and decide appeals
where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision,
or determination made by an administrative official in the enforce-
ment of any ordinance adopted pursuant to Iowa Code chapter 414,
as such may be amended from time to time.
B. Conditional Uses: To hear and decide applications for conditional
use permits upon which such board is required to pass under the
provisions of this title.
C. Variances: To authorize upon appeal in specific cases such variance
from the bulk regulation provisions of this title, parking and sign
requirements of this title as will not be contrary to the public interest,
where owing to special conditions a literal enforcement of these
provisions will result in unnecessary hardship, and so that the spirit
of these provisions shall be observed and substantial justice done.
D. Special Exceptions: To hear and decide applications for special
exceptions to the terms of this title, in accordance with the general
regulations of the zone in which the property is located and specific
standards contained herein. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-8-4: APPEAL FROM ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIAL:
16-8-4-1: AUTHORIZATION: Appeals may be made by any person
aggrieved or any municipal officer, department, board or
bureau affected by any order, requirement, decision, or determination made
by an administrative official in the enforcement of this title. (Ord. 52-09,
10-19-2009)
16-8-4-2: APPEAL PROCEDURE: Appeals may only be filed within
thirty (30) days immediately following the date of the
administrative action which is the subject to the appeal. An appeal is filed
by delivering to the administrative office involved and to the board a
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completed notice of appeal, together with the required fee. Official notice of
appeal forms shall be available without cost from the city planner. The
notice of appeal must, in addition to all other information required by the
form, specify the particular grounds for the appeal. The officer from whom
the appeal is taken shall forthwith transmit to the board all documents
constituting the record upon which action appealed from was taken. (Ord.
52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-8-4-3: EFFECT OF APPEAL: An appeal stays all proceedings in
accordance with Iowa Code section 414.11. (Ord. 52-09,
10-19-2009)
16-8-4-4: BOARD DECISION ON APPEAL: In exercising its powers of
appeal, the board may, in conformity with the provisions of
this title, reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or may modify the order,
requirement, decision, or determination appealed from and may make such
order, requirement, decision, or determination as ought to be made, and to
that end shall have all the powers of the officer from whom the appeal is
taken. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-8-5: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PROCEDURE:
16-8-5-1: GENERALLY: The zoning board of adjustment may allow as
conditional uses only those uses classified as conditional
uses in this title. No conditional use shall be allowed in a particular district
unless such use is specifically permitted as a conditional use in the
regulations for that district, except as provided in chapter 4 of this title, and
the board shall not act upon any conditional use permit application unless
and until the requirements for each conditional use within the specific
district in which it is located have been met. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)
16-8-5-2: APPLICATION:
A. Any person may file an application to use property for one of the
conditional uses permitted in the district in which the property is
located. All applications for a conditional use permit shall be made
upon the official form for such applications which shall be available
from the planning services department.
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BICYCLES (cont)
Bicycle Dealers And Repair Shops 7-7-37
Bicycle In Crosswalk 7-7-18
Bicycle Not To Pass In Or Between Lanes 7-7-16
Bicycle Parking 7-7-10
Bicycle Parking Required 16-14-9
Bicycle Records 7-7-32
Bicycle To Be Driven To The Right 7-7-11
Bicycle Turn Signals 7-7-12
Bicycles; Motor Vehicles And Traffic 9-1-321.2C
Clinging To Vehicles 7-7-8
Definitions 7-7-5
Equipment 7-7-6
Following Fire Apparatus 7-7-9
Intent And Purpose 7-7-1
Left Turns By Bicycles 7-7-13
Parking Lot Provisions For Bicycle Parking 16-13-3-5-1
Passing On Right 7-7-14
Passing Within Lane Prohibited 7-7-15
Reckless Operator Of A Bicycle 7-7-20
Registration Fees 7-7-31
Registration Required 7-7-30
Registration Sticker Or Decal 7-7-33
Rental Agencies 7-7-36
Replacement Of Registration Sticker Or Decal 7-7-34
Required Method Of Riding A Bicycle 7-7-7
Riding Abreast 7-7-17
Violation 7-7-38
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
Annual Reports 2-7-7
Charge Of Building, Donations 2-7-6
Compensation 2-7-3
Composition 2-7-1
Eligibility For Membership 2-7-2
Powers And Duties Generally 2-7-5
Terms Of Members; Filling Of Vacancies 2-7-4
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Airport Commission 12-4
Airport Zoning Board Of Adjustment 12-6
Airport Zoning Commission 12-5
Arts And Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission 2-8
Board Of Library Trustees 2-7
Building Code And Advisory Appeals Board 14-1A-6
Cable Television Commission 2-11
Civic Center Advisory Commission 2-4
Civil Service Commission 2-2
September 2015
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BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS (cont.)
Electrical Code Board 14-1D-3
Environmental Stewardship Advisory Commission 2-6
Hearings And Appeals 2-1
Historic Preservation Commission 16-10
Housing Agency And Community Development
Commissions 2-5
Community Development Advisory Commission 2-5C
Housing Commission 2-5B
Trust Fund Advisory Committee 2-5D
Housing Code Appeals Board 6-6-8
Human Rights Commission 8-2 I
Investment Oversight Advisory Commission 2-3
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission 15-2
Park And Recreation Advisory Commission 10-5A-2
Sister City Relationships Advisory Commission 2-9
Transit Advisory Board 5-1
Zoning Advisory Commission 16-9
Zoning Board Of Adjustment 16-8 r
BOATS, BOATING AND WATERFRONT STRUCTURES
Activities Prohibited 10-7-13
Boat Landing Areas 10-7-4
Conducting Trade Or Business In Pleasure Craft Spaces 10-7-7
Definitions 10-7-2
Driving Over Ice 10-7-14
Floats, Boathouses Maintained In Orderly Condition 10-7-6
Intent 10-7-1
Launching, Removing Boat From Water At Public Launching
Ramps 10-7-8
Mooring Of Boathouses And Floats Along Waterfront 10-7-5
No Parking Areas 10-7-12
Removal Of Sunken, Derelict Or Abandoned Craft 10-7-11
Repairs To Boats At Public Launching Ramps 10-7-9
Unlawful Deposits 10-7-3
Water Operation Rules 10-7-10
BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT
Building Codes 14-1
Accessibility Code For Readily Achievable Changes 14-11
Building Code And Regulations 14-1A
Electrical Code 14-1D
Energy Conservation Code 14-1C
Fire Code And Regulations 14-1E
Fuel Gas Code 14-1G
Mechanical Code 14-1F
Plumbing Code 14-1H
Residential Code 14-1B
September 2015
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CENTRAL MARKET (cont.)
Revocation Of Permit 4-4-6
Traffic Regulations 4-4-8
Weights And Measures 4-4-10
CHARTER
Citation As Charter 1-5-2
Form Of Government 1-5-3
Powers And Duties 1-5-4
Purpose 1-5-1
CITY ATTORNEY 1-7-6
CITY CLERK AND ASSISTANT CITY CLERK 1-7-5
CITY CODE (See Also DUBUQUE CITY CODE) 1-1
CITY COUNCIL (See Also MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL) 1-6
CITY MANAGER 1-7-4
CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES (See Also OFFICERS AND
EMPLOYEES, CITY) 1-7
CIVIC CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION
Administrative And Other Policies; Applicability 2-4-16
Attendance At Meetings 2-4-8
Commission Created 2-4-1
Compensation 2-4-9
Duties And Responsibilities 2-4-4
Duties Of Officers 2-4-11
Internal Rules And Regulations 2-4-15
Meetings 2-4-12
Membership; Appointment 2-4-6
Minutes Filed With City Clerk 2-4-14
Organization; Election Of Officers 2-4-10
Programs, Projects And Services 2-4-5
Purposes, Objectives Generally 2-4-2
Quorum And Voting 2-4-13
Specific Purposes 2-4-3
Vacancies In Membership 2-4-7
CIVIL RIGHTS, ENFORCEMENT OF (See Also HUMAN
RIGHTS) 8-4
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Applicability; Compliance With Statutes 2-2-1
Appointment; Term 2-2-4
Chairperson; Clerk 2-2-6
Commission Created 2-2-2
Compensation 2-2-5
Conduct Of Examinations; Certification Of Qualified Persons 2-2-10
Council To Furnish Meeting Room, Equipment, Recorder 2-2-7
Examination Of Applicants 2-2-9
Procedure For Conduct Of Hearing Appeals 2-2-11
Qualifications Generally 2-2-3
Record Of Meetings And Personnel 2-2-8
September 2015
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CLERK, CITY 1-7-5
CODES, STATE STATUTES ADOPTED
Building Codes 14-1A-1
Cable Customer Service Obligations, State Statute 11-3E-1
Electrical Code 14-1D-1
Energy Conservation Code 14-1C-1
Federal Aviation Regulations 12-2-2
Food And Consumer Safety, State Administrative Code 6-2-1
Food Establishments And Food Processing Plants, State
Statute 6-2-1
Fuel Gas Code 14-1G-1
Home Food Establishments, State Statute 6-2-1
Hotel Sanitation Code, State Statute 6-2-1
Mechanical Code 14-1F-1
Plumbing Code 14-1H-1
Residential Code 14-1B-1
Swimming Pools And Spas, State Statute 14-9-6
Tattooing 6-1-1
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS 16-5-10 — 16-5-17
COMMISSIONS (See Also BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS) Title 2
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMISSION (See
Also HOUSING AGENCY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION) 2-5C
COMPENSATION AND SALARIES
Airport Commission 12-4-11
Airport Zoning Board Of Adjustment 12-6-11
Airport Zoning Commission 12-5-11
Arts And Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission 2-8-11
Board Of Library Trustees 2-7-3
City Council 1-6-2
Civic Center Advisory Commission 2-4-9
Civil Service Commissioners 2-2-5
Community Development Advisory Commission 2 -5C -2D
Environmental Stewardship Advisory Commission 2-6-11
Housing Commission 2-5B-5
Mayor 1-6-2
Park And Recreation Advisory Commission 10 -5A -2H
Transit Advisory Board 5-1-11
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (See Also PLANNING AND ZONING) 15-1
CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS AND TRANSFERS TO
MULTIPLE HOUSING COOPERATIVE
Condominium Conversions 14-7-1
Building Code Requirements 14-7-1-1
Filing Declaration With City Clerk 14-7-1-2
Inspection; Certificate Of Compliance 14-7-1-3
September 2015
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HOTEL AND MOTEL TAX
Definitions 3-3-1
Levy 3-3-2
Payment 3-3-3
HOUSING AGENCY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION 2-5
Community Development Advisory Commission
Commission Created; Composition 2-5C-1
General Duties And Responsibilities 2-5C-4
Grievance Procedure; Review Standards; Appeal
Process 2-5C-5
Organization 2-5C-3
Procedures For Operations 2-5C-6
Term; Filling Of Vacancies; Compensation 2-5C-2
Housing Commission
Commission Created 2-5B-1
Compensation 2-5B-5
Internal Organization And Rules 2-5B-6
Meetings 2-5B-4
Membership; Vacancies; Qualifications 2-5B-3
Procedures For Operations 2-5B-7
Purpose; Approval Of Proposals 2-5B-2
Trust Fund Advisory Committee
Financial Management 2-5D-3
Funding 2-5D-5
Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee 2-5D-6
Iowa Finance Authority State Housing Trust Fund
Program 2-5D-7
Purpose 2-5D-2
Trust Fund Administration 2-5D-4
Trust Fund Established 2-5D-1
HOUSING COMMISSION 2-5B
HOUSING REGULATIONS
Definitions 6-6-2
Enforcement 6-6-3
Enforcement Of Order Of City Manager 6-6-5
Housing Code Appeals Board 6-6-8
Housing Standards 6-6-10
Inspection Of Properties Owned By Priority Category 6-6-13
Licenses And Inspections 6-6-7
Notices And Orders 6-6-4
Performance Of Work To Repair Or Demolish; Other Costs 6-6-6
Priority Category 6-6-11
Procedure For Hearing Appeal 6-6-9
Procedure For Hearing Appeal Of Priority Category Status 6-6-12
Title; Legislative Findings; Purposes; Scope 6-6-1
September 2015
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HUMAN RIGHTS
Definitions; General Provisions
Definitions 8-1-1
Enforcement Of Civil Rights
Amendments Of Complaints 8-4-2
Commission Orders 8-4-6
Commission Proceedings Upon Failure To Reach
Settlement By Conciliation 8-4-5
Commission Staff Proceedings On Complaints 8-4-4
Filing Complaints 8-4-1
Judicial Review; Enforcement Actions 8-4-9
Provisional Remedies 8-4-8
Release From Administrative Process; Alternative
Judicial Proceedings Upon Complaints 8-4-7
Rule Of Construction 8-4-10
Time Limitation For Filing Complaint 8-4-3
Fair Housing
Administrative Enforcement; Preliminary Matters 8-5-6
Cooperation With State And Federal Agencies 8-5-14
Definitions 8-5-1
Disclaimer Of Preemptive Effect 8-5-17
Discrimination In Provision Of Brokerage Services 8-5-5
Discrimination In Residential Real Estate Related
Transactions 8-5-4
Enforcement By City Attorney's Office 8-5-13
Enforcement By Commission 8-5-9
Enforcement By Private Persons 8-5-12
Exemptions 8-5-3
Interference, Coercion Or Intimidation; Enforcement By
Civil Action 8-5-15
Judicial Review 8-5-11
Probable Cause Determination And Effect 8-5-7
Prohibitions 8-5-2
Review By Commission; Service Of Final Order 8-5-10
Subpoenas; Giving Of Evidence 8-5-8
Violations; Bodily Injury; Death; Penalties 8-5-16
Human Rights Commission
Commission Created 8-2-1
Compensation 8-2-11
Confidentiality Of Complaints 8-2-15
Internal Organization And Rules 8-2-3
Meetings 8-2-10
Membership 8-2-5
Oath 8-2-6
Officers; Organization 8-2-9
Powers 8-2-13
September 2015
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HUMAN RIGHTS (cont.)
Procedures For Operation 8-2-4
Purpose 8-2-2
Records To Be Public; Exceptions 8-2-14
Removal 8-2-12
Subpoenas 8-2-16
Terms 8-2-7
Vacancies 8-2-8
Unfair And Discriminatory Practices
Accommodations Or Services 8-3-2
Credit 8-3-4
Disability Discrimination
Construction 8-3A-3
Defenses, Exemptions And Exclusions 8-3A-2
Employment Prohibited Practices 8-3A-1
Illegal Use Of Drugs And Alcohol 8-3A-4
New Construction And Alteration Of Public
Accommodations 8-3A-6
Public Accommodations; Prohibited Practices 8-3A-5
Education 8-3-5
Employment Practices 8-3-3
Generally 8-3-1
ILLICIT CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES TO STORM
SEWER SYSTEM (See Also PUBLIC UTILITIES) 13-5
INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS (See Also ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT) 3-4A
INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS 16-5-18, 16-5-19, 16-5-20
INFRACTION (See Also GENERAL PENALTY, CITY CODE) 1-4
INTERNATIONAL CODES ADOPTED
Building Codes 14-1A-1
Energy Conservation Code 14-1C-1
Fire Code 14-1E-1
Fuel Gas Code 14-1G-1
Mechanical Code 14-1F-1
Plumbing Code 14-1H-1
Residential Code 14-1B-2
INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT ADVISORY COMMISSION
Commission Created 2-3-1
Compensation 2-3-11
Internal Organization And Rules 2-3-3
Meetings 2-3-10
Membership 2-3-5
September 2015
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INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT ADVISORY COMMISSION (cont.)
Oath 2-3-6
Officers; Organization 2-3-9
Powers 2-3-13
Procedures For Operation 2-3-4
Purpose 2-3-2
Removal 2-3-12
Reports Provided 2-3-14
Terms 2-3-7
Vacancies 2-3-8
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JUNK AND AUTO SALVAGE DEALERS (See Also
PAWNBROKERS AND SECONDHAND DEALERS; JUNK AND
AUTO SALVAGE DEALERS) 4-6B
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LAND USE (See Also UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE) Title 16
LICENSE REGULATIONS (See Also BUSINESS AND LICENSE 1
REGULATIONS) Title 4
LICENSING OF VACANT AND/OR ABANDONED BUILDINGS
(See Also BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT) 14-4
LIQUOR CONTROL
Alcoholic Beverages
Advertisement For Alcohol, Liquor, Wine Or Beer 4-2A-5
Buffet Sales Prohibited 4-2A-9
Consumption In Public Places 4-2A-6
Definitions 4-2A-2
Notice Of Violation Upon Issuance Of Citation 4-2A-8
Persons Under Legal Age 4-2A-7
Prohibited In Adult Entertainment Establishments 4-8-16E
Prohibited Sales And Acts 4-2A-3
Purpose Of Chapter 4-2A-1
Sunday Sales 4-2A-4
Intoxicating Beverages In Parks 10-5B-2
Liquor, Beer And Wine Licenses And Permits
Action By Council; Forwarding Of Documents To State 4-2B-9
Application; Bond 4-2B-3
Application For Renewal 4-2B-14
September 2015
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HUMAN RIGHTS (cont.)
Removal Of Members For Unexcused Absences 8-2-6
Rules 8-2-7
Subpoenas 8-2-14
Unfair And Discriminatory Practices
Accommodations Or Services 8-3-2
Credit 8-3-4
Disability Discrimination
Construction 8-3A-3
Defenses, Exemptions And Exclusions 8-3A-2
Employment Prohibited Practices 8-3A-1
Illegal Use Of Drugs And Alcohol 8-3A-4
New Construction And Alteration Of Public
Accommodations 8-3A-6
Public Accommodations; Prohibited Practices 8-3A-5
Education 8-3-5
Employment Practices 8-3-3
Generally 8-3-1
ILLICIT CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES TO STORM
SEWER SYSTEM (See Also PUBLIC UTILITIES) 13-5
INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS (See Also ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT) 3-4A
INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS 16-5-18, 16-5-19, 16-5-20
INFRACTION (See Also GENERAL PENALTY, CITY CODE) 1-4
INTERNATIONAL CODES ADOPTED
Building Codes 14-1A-1
Energy Conservation Code 14-1C-1
Fire Code 14-1E-1
Fuel Gas Code 14-1G-1
Mechanical Code 14-1F-1
Plumbing Code 14-1H-1
Residential Code 14-1B-2
INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT ADVISORY COMMISSION
Commission Created 2-3-1
Compensation 2-3-11
Internal Organization And Rules 2-3-3
Meetings 2-3-10
Membership 2-3-5
Oath 2-3-6
Officers; Organization 2-3-9
Powers 2-3-13
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INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT ADVISORY COMMISSION (cont.)
Procedures For Operation 2-3-4
Purpose 2-3-2
Removal 2-3-12
Reports Provided 2-3-14
Terms 2-3-7
Vacancies 2-3-8
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JUNK AND AUTO SALVAGE DEALERS (See Also
PAWNBROKERS AND SECONDHAND DEALERS; JUNK AND
AUTO SALVAGE DEALERS) 4-6B
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LAND USE (See Also UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE) Title 16
LICENSE REGULATIONS (See Also BUSINESS AND LICENSE
REGULATIONS) Title 4
LICENSING OF VACANT AND/OR ABANDONED BUILDINGS
(See Also BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT) 14-4
LIQUOR CONTROL
Alcoholic Beverages
Advertisement For Alcohol, Liquor, Wine Or Beer 4-2A-5
Buffet Sales Prohibited 4-2A-9
Consumption In Public Places 4-2A-6
Definitions 4-2A-2
Notice Of Violation Upon Issuance Of Citation 4-2A-8
Persons Under Legal Age 4-2A-7
Prohibited In Adult Entertainment Establishments 4-8-16E
Prohibited Sales And Acts 4-2A-3
Purpose Of Chapter 4-2A-1
Sunday Sales 4-2A-4
Intoxicating Beverages In Parks 10-5B-2
Liquor, Beer And Wine Licenses And Permits
Action By Council; Forwarding Of Documents To State 4-2B-9
Application; Bond 4-2B-3
Application For Renewal 4-2B-14
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LIQUOR CONTROL (cont.)
Effect Of Revocation 4-2B-18
Fees And Surcharges 4-2B-8
Hearing 4-2B-17
Investigation Of Applicant And Premises 4-2B-5
License Or Permit Required 4-2B-1
Nature And Scope Of License Or Permit 4-2B-10
Persons Eligible 4-2B-4
Proof Of Financial Responsibility 4-2B-7
Requirement For Premises 4-2B-6
Separate Permits Required For Separate Locations 4-2B-2
Surrender Of Permit Or License; Refund Of Fee 4-2B-12
Suspension And Revocation Generally; Grounds 4-2B-15
Suspension And Revocation; Notification; Specific
Terms 4-2B-16
Term Of License Or Permit; Seasonal Licenses And
Permits 4-2B-13
Transferability As To Location 4-2B-11
Open Containers In Motor Vehicles 9-7-321.284
Open Containers In Motor Vehicles; Passengers 9-7-321.284A
LITTERING 7-5A-5
LIVESTOCK (See Also ANIMAL CONTROL) 7-6
LONG RANGE PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION 15-2
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MAILBOXES
General 10-3F-1
Nuisance 10-3F-4
Permit 10-3F-2
Placement And Design 10-3F-3
MANAGER, CITY 1-7-4
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
Compensation 1-6-2
Composition; Terms 1-6-1
Emergency Succession For Mayor And Council Members 1-6-4
Evidentiary Hearings By City Council 1-9
Mayor Pro Tem 1-6-3
Rules And Procedure
Amendments To Motions 1-6A-8
Attendance Of Media At Council Meetings 1-6A-5
Chart Of Preference Of Motions 1-6A-9
Committees, Boards And Commissions Established 1-6A-13
General Rules 1-6A-2
September 2015
City of Dubuque
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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL (cont.)
Motions 1-6A-7
Motions For Special Purposes 1-6A-10
Order Of Business And Agenda 1-6A-11
Ordinances, Resolutions And Motions 1-6A-12
Presiding Officer 1-6A-6
Purpose 1-6A-1
Records 1-6A-4
Rights Of Public 1-6A-14
Suspension Of Rules 1-6A-15
Types Of Meetings 1-6A-3
MECHANICAL CODE
Fees 14-1 F-3
International Mechanical Code Adopted 14-1 F-1
International Mechanical Code Amendments 14-1F-2
MEETINGS
Airport Commission 12-4-10
Airport Zoning Board Of Adjustment 12-6-10
Airport Zoning Commission 12-5-10
Arts And Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission 2-8-10
Cable Television Commission 2-11-10
City Council 1-6A-3
Civil Service Commission 2-4-12
Environmental Stewardship Advisory Commission 2-6-10
Historic Preservation Commission 16-10-1J
Housing Commission 2-5B-4
Investment Oversight Advisory Commission 2-3-10
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission 15-2-4B
Park And Recreation Advisory Commission 10-5A-2
Transit Advisory Board 5-1-10
Zoning Advisory Commission 16-9-3B
MINORS
Adult Entertainment Establishments, Minors Prohibited In 4-8-16F
Alcoholic Beverages, Regulations Regarding 4-2A-7
Child Restraints In Vehicles 9-12-321.446
Junk Dealers And Auto Salvage Dealers, Purchases From
Minors Restricted 4 -6B -11A
Parental Responsibility For 7-5D
Pawnbrokers And Secondhand Dealers, Purchases From
Minors Restricted 4-6A-12
Social Host Responsibility 7-5E
Tobacco Products To Underage Persons 7-5A-15
Underage Persons Entering Gambling Facilities 7-5A-14
MISDEMEANOR (See Also GENERAL PENALTY, CITY CODE) 1-4
September 2015
City of Dubuque
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PARKS AND RECREATION (cont.)
Meetings And Gatherings 10-5B-16
Moving Benches And Tables 10-5B-14
Obstructions 10-5B-9
Open Season And Hours Generally 10-5B-22
Possession Of Firearms, Weapons And Fireworks 10-5B-12
Posting Bills, Notices Or Signs 10-5B-10
Removal Of Unattended Vehicles Left After Closing
Hours 10-5B-21
Sales Restricted 10-5B-11
Throwing Stones Or Other Missiles 10-5B-6
Unlawful Deposits 10-5B-8
Use Of Spotlights, Searchlights 10-5B-15
Walking On Grass 10-5B-5
Washing Vehicles 10-5B-19
PAWNBROKERS AND SECONDHAND DEALERS; JUNK AND
AUTO SALVAGE DEALERS
Junk Dealers And Auto Salvage Dealers
Application Contents 4-6B-5
Definitions 4-6B-1
Denial, Suspension Or Revocation Of License 4-6B-9
Display Of License 4-6B-7
Exemptions From Article 4-6B-8
Inspection 4-6B-13
Investigation Of Applicant And Premises 4-6B-6
License 4-6B-3
Penalties 4-6B-2
Persons Eligible 4-6B-4
Prohibited Acts 4-6B-11
Purchases Or Donation Transactions 4-6B-12
Required Records 4-6B-10
Screening Requirements For Junk And Salvage
Operations 4-6B-14
Pawnbrokers And Secondhand Dealers
Application Contents 4-6A-5
Definitions 4-6A-1
Denial, Suspension, Or Revocation Of License 4-6A-10
Display Of License 4-6A-8
Exemptions From Article 4-6A-9
Inspection 4-6A-13
Investigation Of Applicant And Premises 4-6A-6
License 4-6A-3
Penalties 4-6A-2
Persons Eligible 4-6A-4
Prohibited Acts 4-6A-12
Proof Of Financial Responsibility 4-6A-7
Required Records 4-6A-11
September 2015
City of Dubuque
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PAYDAY LENDING ESTABLISHMENTS (See also UNIFIED
p'
PAYOAYLENO|NGEGTABL|8HMENTS(Geea|eoUN|F|E[)
DEVELOPMENT CODE) 16-7-5
PEDESTRIANS' RIGHTS AND DUTY 9-8-321.326 — 9-8-321.333
PENALTY, GENERAL (See AIso GENERAL PENALTY, CITY
CODE) 1-4
PLANNING AND ZONING
Comprehensive Plan
Community Planning Defined 15-1-3
Comprehensive Plan Defined 15-1-1
Elements Of Comprehensive Plan 15-1-2
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
Commission Created; Composition 15-2-1
Organization; Meetings 15-2-4
Powers 15-2-3
Procedures For Operations 15-2-5
Term Of Office 15-2-2
Unified Development Code Title 16
PLUMBING CODE
Backflow Prevention Requirements For
Existing Water Services 14-1H-5
New Residential Construction 14'1H'4
Inspection Fees 14-1H-6
International Plumbing Code Adopted 14-1H-1
International Plumbing Code Amendments 14-1H-2
Licensure And Certification 14-1H-3
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Fees For Police Department Services 7-1-1
P(]L|CE, FIRE AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Alarm System Permits 7-4
Animal Control 7-6
Dangerous Animals 7-6D
Dogs And Cats 7-6B
Miscellaneous Provisions 7-6A
Potentially Vicious Dogs 7-6E
Rabies Control 7'6C
Bicycles 7-7
Emergency Management 7-3
Fire Department 7-2
Offenses 7-5
Crime Property 7-5C
Drug Paraphernalia 7-5B
September 2015
City of Dubuque
SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL (cont.)
Special Agreements Authorized 13-2A-5
Testing Standards 13-2A-8
Fats, Oils And Greases (FOG) Program
Abatement Remedies; Penalties 13-2E-9
Application 13-2E-4
Definitions 13-2E-2
Emergency Abatement Procedure 13-2E-10
Fats, Oils And Greases (FOG) Program Developed 13-2E-6
Inspection Fee 13-2E-7
Permit 13-2E-3
Permit Fee 13-2E-5
Purpose 13-2E-1
Violation 13-2E-8
Industrial Pretreatment Program
Abbreviations 13-2D-3
Accidental Discharge/Slug Control Plan 13-2D-8
Administration; Permit Requirements; Regulations 13-2D-11
Definitions 13-2D-2
Enforcement; Violation Notice; Hearing 13-2D-12
Excessive Discharge 13-2D-7
Federal Categorical Pretreatment Standards 13-2D-5
Fees And Charges 13-2D-10
General Discharge Prohibitions 13-2D-4
Notice Of Potential Problems Including Slug Loadings 13-2D-9
Penalty; Costs 13-2D-13
Purpose And Policy 13-2D-1
Specific Pollutant Limitations 13-2D-6
Notice Of Violation; Time Limit For Correction 13-2-9
Private Disposal Systems; Private Haulers
Abandonment Of Private Treatment And Disposal
System 13-2B-5
Appeals From Orders Of City Manager 13-2B-7
Connections To Private Treatment And Disposal
Systems 13-2B-3
Issuance Of Permit; Inspection; Completion Of
Installation 13-2B-2
Permit Required; Application, Form And Fee 13-2B-1
Private Disposal Facilities Not Expense To City 13-2B-4
Private Haulers 13-2B-8
Right Of Entry For Inspection And Testing 13-2B-6
Rates
Areas Not Served By Public System 13-2C-4
Cost Of Collection 13-2C-6
Definitions 13-2C-2
Lien For Failure To Pay 13-2C-5
November 2014
City of Dubuque
SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL (cont)
Purpose 13-2C-1
Rates Established 13-2C-3
Sanitary Sewer Connection Fees 13-2-7
SIDEWALKS (See Also STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND OTHER
PUBLIC PLACES) 10-1
SIGNS (See Also UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE) 16-15
SISTER CITY RELATIONSHIPS ADVISORY COMMISSION
Commission Created 2-9-1
Compensation 2-9-10
Internal Organization And Rules 2-9-3
Meetings 2-9-9
Membership 2-9-5
Officers; Organization 2-9-8
Powers 2-9-12
Procedures For Operation 2-9-4
Purpose 2-9-2
Removal 2-9-11
Terms 2-9-6
Vacancies 2-9-7
SMOKING, CARRYING LIGHTED OBJECTS IN SPECIFIED
PLACES RESTRICTED 6-9-1
SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL FROM STREETS AND PUBLIC
WAYS 10-1-3
SOLAR THERMAL LICENSES
Application
Approval 14-13-5
Contents 14-13-4
Definition 14-13-1
Exemption 14-13-7
License
Application 14-13-3
Renewal 14-13-6
Licenses 14-13-2
SOLAR THERMAL SYSTEM PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
Definition 14-14-1
Heat Transfer Fluid 14-14-9
Inspections Required 14-14-4
Liquid Systems 14-14-6
Monitoring 14-14-7
Permit
Application 14-14-3
Required 14-14-2
Rating 14-14-10
Shading Of Solar Collectors 14-14-5
Use Of Wood In Solar Collection Systems 14-14-8
November 2014
City of Dubuque