City Development Board
The Board
The City Development Board was created by the 1972 Municipal Home Rule Act. Its
jurisdiction was extended statewide when the provisions of the Act became mandatory in 1975.
The Board consists of five members appointed by the Governor with approval from the
Senate. Staff assistance is provided by the Iowa Department of Economic Development.
Board Members
Its Function
The Board is authorized by Chapter 368 of the Code of Iowa to act on petitions for
municipal boundary changes including annexation (addition of territory to a city),
severance (deletion of territory from a city), consolidation (combining of two or
more cities into one city), discontinuance (termination of a city), and
incorporation (establishment of a new city).
The Board's function is to act as an impartial third party that is responsible for placing an objective influence on the boundary change process.
For more information regarding City Development Board activities and services, please contact cdb@iowalifechanging.com or call 515.242.4719.
annexation procedure changes
petition approval
taking action
petition process
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