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Applicant
Name _______________________________________
Address _________________________ZIP __________
Phone _______________________________________
email ________________________________________
Contact Person (if other than Applicant)
Name _______________________________________
Address_________________________ZIP __________
Phone _______________________________________
email ________________________________________
Property Owner (if other than Applicant)
Name _______________________________________
Address_________________________ZIP __________
Phone _______________________________________
email ________________________________________
During the review process, City staff and the Planning and
Zoning Commission may visit the property. If the property
owner does not wish to allow staff or Commission to enter
onto the property, please sign here:
______________________________________________
The City has a Good Neighbor Policy that encourages
applicants to meet with neighbors prior to submitting
an application. Copies of the policy are attached to this
application form or are available from the Department of
Planning and Community Development. Please check
one of the following:
Applicant plans to use the Good Neighbor Policy.
Applicant chooses not to use the Good Neighbor Policy.
Form 8: Application for Comprehensive Plan Amendment
City of Iowa City Planning & Zoning Commission, (319) 356-5230 www.ICgov.org / PCD
Application Requirements Checklist
Please attach the following items. Additional materials may
be required during the review process. Failure to submit
complete application materials may result in delays in
processing, so please use the following checklist to confirm
that your application is complete.
1. Location map and general description of the area for which
the change is requested. The applicant may use copies of
the Comprehensive Plan maps or District Plan maps to
illustrate the changes proposed.
2. If the requested change is to the text of the
Comprehensive Plan, please provide the name of the
Comprehensive Plan or District Plan and a copy of the
text that is proposed to be changed.
3. Application fee
4. Applicant’s statement providing evidence that the
proposed change to the Comprehensive Plan meets
the following approval criteria:
a.Circumstances have changed and/or additional
information or factors have come to light such that the
proposed amendment is in the public interest.
b.The proposed amendment will be compatible with
other policies or provisions of the Comprehensive
Plan, including any District Plans or other amendments
thereto.
5. Neighboring Property Listing of all properties, within
300’ of parcel, to be submitted as an Excel file to
PlanningZoning@iowa-city.org, that includes all of
the following information:
•All Property Addresses (including Multi-
Residential unit numbers)
•Property Class
•Parcel Numbers
•Mailing Names
•Mailing Addresses 1 / Mailing Addresses 2
•Mailing Cities
•Mailing Zip Codes
Property Owner information may be obtained from the
Johnson Co. Auditor's Office or at
iowacity.iowaassessors.com/search.php. Note: Unit
numbers MUST be included for all Multi-Residential Parcels.
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Return Completed Form To: City Clerk, City of Iowa City, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240
FOR STAFF USE: Date submitted ______________
Case # ______________________________________
$______________ fee paid on _____________(date)
Application received by _________________________
Copy to App. Copy to NDS Original to City Clerk
ppdadm/apps/P&Z Form 8-CompPlanAmenendment.indd
History and Background Iowa City’s Good Neighbor Program is part of an effort to make the development process run more smoothly between property owners and developers who seek zoning and related changes, and the neighborhoods that may be affected by those changes. The Good Neighbor Program is not a requirement, but rather a recommended approach that encourages proactive dialogue between property owners, developers, and neighbors that may help identify and resolve issues before the project is reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission or the Board of Adjustment. For minor projects, such as a yard setback reduction, the approach may be as simple as knocking on neighbors’ doors to discuss the proposed project with them. For a rezoning or subdivision, it may be appropriate to hold a neighborhood meeting or open house to present the project and invite questions and comments from your neighbors. While the Good Neighbor Program does not guarantee specific outcomes, answering neighbors’ questions and hearing their concerns or suggestions may provide the opportunity to developers/applicants to address concerns or objections before the project is reviewed in a public forum. This can minimize controversy and delays when a project is reviewed by the Board of Adjustment, Planning and Zoning Commission, or the City Council. Helpful Tips for a Good Neighbor Meeting What information can you provide that neighbors will find useful? x Background information including a description of your project and the public process it must go through. x Site plans, elevations, models, aerial photos, drawings, etc. This will help them visualize the changes you wish to make. x Information or other resources that discuss the zoning or land development process. The Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator can provide you with this information or is available at www.icgov.org/goodneighbor View it from their perspective: How will neighbors see your project? x Put yourself in the place of the people who surround your property. Will they view your project as an enhancement or unexpected change? x How might your project impact traffic or pedestrian safety in the area? x Does your project enhance or complement existing neighborhood character or does it contrast with what surrounds it? x Will your project alter the natural landscape, impact views, etc.? x Might your project reduce the sense of privacy for a neighboring property owner? Ways to respond to concerns x Listen and be respectful—give people the chance to be heard. x Focus on identifying problems. This meeting is a chance for you to gather input that may be useful to you in getting your project through the review process. The issues that your neighbors raise are often the same issues that may be raised by the Planning and Zoning Commission or the Board of Adjustment. x Be open to options that could be reasonable or affordable ways to alleviate or address problems. x Resolving problems at the meeting is not necessary, but it may be helpful to identify areas where there is some flexibility in your plans. x Know that you won’t necessarily be able to please everyone, but that you are providing an opportunity for dialogue. The neighbors will appreciate your effort and the opportunity to share their views.
City of Iowa City Neighborhood and Development Services The Office of Neighborhood Outreach is available to assist with the Good Neighbor Program by arranging meeting rooms, providing sample meeting notices, notifying neighborhood association contacts, and other information and advice. Contact Marcia Bollinger, Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator Phone: 319-356-5237 E-mail: Marcia-Bollinger@iowa-city.org Good Neighbor meetings are NOT required as part of the review process in Iowa City but they are strongly encouraged in most instances. If you state that you will or have participated in the program, the following steps must be followed by the applicant: ⃝Meeting facilities located as close to the subject property and neighbors as possible. The Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator can make suggestions and final arrangements in most cases. ⃝Good Neighbor meeting notice reviewed by City staff prior to distribution. The Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator will ensure that it is reviewed/approved and be responsible for sending it on to representatives of impacted neighborhood associations for their distribution. ⃝Meeting notice sent by applicant to all property owners within 300’ of the subject property by applicant and sent out not less than 7 days prior to Good Neighbor meeting date. ⃝Good Neighbor Meeting occurs no less than 7 days prior to the scheduled board/commission meeting to enable adequate time to provide input. ⃝Good Neighbor meeting attended by a City staff representative if necessary. Staff will be available as a resource to respond to questions related to process, schedule, and zoning, etc. Staff can be arranged by the Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator. ⃝Summary Report for Good Neighbor Meeting completed by applicant and submitted prior to board/commission review. A fill-in form of the Summary Report is available at www.icgov.org/goodneighbor. Neighborhood and Development Services 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Phone: 319-356-5230 Fax: 319-356-5217 Good Neighbor Program www.icgov.org/goodneighbor
2017 FEES FOR REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS
City of Iowa City
Planning & Zoning Commission
and
Board of Adjustment
TYPE FEE
Subdivision
Preliminary (Minor) $745
Preliminary (Major) $745 + $20 per lot
Final $745
Combination: Preliminary/Final $815 + $20 per lot
Planned Area Development (OPD)
Preliminary $745 + $20 per lot
Final administrative review $275
Submit to Development Services – 2nd Floor City Hall
Combination: OPD and Subdivision
Preliminary $745 + $20 per lot
Final $745
Combination: Preliminary/Final $815 + $20 per lot
Rezoning $515
Comprehensive Plan Amendment $515
Voluntary Annexation $515
Street or Alley Vacation $215
Variance $435
Special Exception $435
Other BOA actions $435
Combination BOA actions $515
Submit completed form(s) and payment to City Clerk, 410 E Washington Street.
*These fees will be updated in February 2018 to reflect changes in the rate of inflation.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Planning and Zoning Commission
2017 Application Deadline
Submit Application by Noon to:
City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City
Meeting time and location
Planning and Zoning formal meetings are scheduled for the first and third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. in Emma Harvat Hall,
City Hall, 410 East Washington Street. (If needed, Planning and Zoning informal meetings are held at 5:15 p.m. on the Monday
preceding each formal meeting.) Attendees are advised to check the meeting agenda at www.icgov.org/p&z or contact the
Department of Development Services at 319-356-5230 for any possible changes.
For more information contact Bob Miklo at 319-356-5240 or bob-miklo@iowa-city.org.
APPLICATION DEADLINE FORMAL MEETING
December 15 January 5 or January 19
December 29 January 19 or February 2
January 12 February 2 or February 16
January 26 February 16 or March 2
February 9 March 2 or March 16
February 23 March 16 or April 6
March 16 April 6 or April 20
March 30 April 20 or May 4
April 13 May 4 or May 18
April 27 May 18 or June 1
May 11 June 1 or June 15
May 25 June 15 or July 6
June 15 July 6 or July 20
June 29 July 20 or August 3
July 13 August 3 or August 17
July 27 August 17 or September 7
August 17 September 7 or September 21
August 31 September 21 or October 5
September 14 October 5 or October 19
September 28 October 19 or November 2
October 12 November 2 or November 16
October 26 November 16 or December 7
November 16 December 7 or December 21
November 30 December 21 or January 4, 2018
December 14 January 4 or January 18, 2018
December 28 January 18 or February 1, 2018
January 11, 2018 February 1 or February 15, 2018
January 25, 2018 February 15 or March 1, 2018
February 8, 2018 March 1 or March 15, 2018
February 22, 2018 March 15 or April 5, 2018