The Mills County, Iowa Building & Zoning Department is responsible for the management of building permits within the County.

 

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  Mills County, Iowa -
Building & Zoning

 

*Building Code Ordinance*

*Zoning Code Ordinance*

*Updated Zoning Ordinance Sections*

Click Here for info on the upcoming Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, 6-25-2013

Mission

The Building and Zoning Department provides quality service to the community in a manner that is comprehensive, efficient and knowledgeable. We continue our commitment to excellent public safety and quality of life, by building strong relationships and partnerships with residents, businesses, and the development communities; through innovative programming, technology and the enforcement of the highest standards of codes.

Goal

The goal of the Building and Zoning Department is to provide excellent public service, by expanding broadening and enhancing communication with our customers, while maintaining a comprehensive countywide construction and code enforcement program.

Codes

The County has adopted and will maintain the State of Iowa Building Codes as Follows:
2009 International Building Code
2009 International Residential Code
2009 International Mechanical Code
2009 Uniform Plumbing Code
2008 National Electrical Code
2009 International Fuel Gas Code
2009 International Existing Bldg Code
2009 International Energy Conservation Code
2009 International Property Maintenance Code
(All local amendments and codes as pertinent)

DESIGN CRITERIA
Ground Snow Load: 30 pounds per square foot
Wind Speed: 90 mph for a 3 second gust/Exposure C
Seismic Design Category: B
Weathering Probability for Concrete: Severe
Frost Line Depth: 42-inches below finish grade
Termite: Moderate to Heavy
Decay: Slight to Moderate
Winter Design Temperature: -5 degrees

 

Upcoming Meetings at the Engineers Training Facility

  • Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting  -  1st Tuesday of every month 

  • Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting  -  4th Tuesday of every month

 



 

 

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Address of office:
403 Railroad Avenue
Glenwood, IA 51534


Office is open:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Friday
By appointment

*Closed on County Holidays*


Phone Number:
(712) 527-4347

FAX Number:
(712) 527-4439


Department Head:
Darin Whatcott,
Building & Zoning Official


Marci L. McClellan,
Zoning Technician


Building Permit Applications:
Downloadable Building forms



Zoning Applications:
Downloadable Zoning forms



Residential Building Guides:
Downloadable Building guides


Links:
Iowa Building Code Bureau

Other Related Links:
Iowa Department
of Transportation


Iowa One Call
(call before you dig)
 
             

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