Frequently Asked Questions

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A permit is required for the following projects....

Streamline your project's journey with ease! Visit the Citizen Portal to effortlessly complete and submit your building permit application online.

If you have a project that is not listed, please contact City Hall to ensure a permit is not required before construction at 319-752-5451

A Tax Abatement is a temporary reduction in property taxes on the portion of assessed value that is added by new construction, additions, or improvements to an existing structure.

Section 170.29 through 170.32 regulates the necessity of public services, including adequate water, waste management, stormwater drainage utilities.

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Right-of-way widths and easements should follow the regulations outlined in Section 170.23 of the Municipal Code.  Pavement widths should follow the regulations outlined in Section 170.24.

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Sidewalks are required; however, requirements may be waived in certain districts, as stated in Section 170.28 (3)

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The City of West Burlington also reviews and approves subdivisions within two-miles of the city limits. The review of subdivisions in this two-mile jurisdiction is similar to subdivisions within the city limits.  Section 170.17 (5) of the City Code provides for some modifications.

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We estimate 4 to 6 weeks for the review and approval process.

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The approval process for Subdivisions consists of three stages: the submittal of a sketch plan, the preliminary plat approval process, and the final plat approval process. All subdivisions are reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission. After reviewing a subdivision plat, the Commission will make a recommendation for or against the subdivision to City Council. City Council will consider approving a Subdivision by Resolution and authorize the subdivision to be recorded with the Des Moines County Recorder.

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A subdivision is a division or re-division of land into two or more lots to transfer ownership or future development. It can also refer to the consolidation of parcels for the same purpose. Chapter 170 of the West Burlington City Code regulates Subdivisions.

Application for Subdividing (PDF)

Zoning is a set of policies adopted by the City Council to regulate the use of land within the city. The location, size, and height of buildings and signs, size of lots, yards, and other open spaces are all regulated by Zoning. Zoning also regulates what you can use your property for and what you can build on it. The basis of Zoning is to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the community and its residents. Each property in West Burlington is designated with a zoning classification.

Zoning Map

1. Have information on a crime that has occurred or is about to occur.
2. Get the best possible description of the suspect(s), including a vehicle description if applicable.
3. Call the crime stopper hotline at  75-DO-TEL (753-6835).
4. Give crime stoppers the information you have. Crime stoppers wants your information - not your name.
5. A secret ID code number will be assigned to you.
6. If an arrest is made as a result of the information you gave, you will eligible for a Cash Reward of up to $1,000.
7. Call back with your secret ID code number to arrange for payment In Cash at a mutually acceptable public place.

Crime Stoppers is a program that involves the public, the media, and the police in the fight against crime. Unsolved crimes will be selected periodically and advertised using the news media. Anonymous cash rewards are available to persons who furnish information leading to the arrest of offenders and/or the capture of fugitives.

The Greater Burlington Area chapter of Crime Stoppers was organized in 1993 and serves Burlington, West Burlington, and Des Moines County. Crime Stoppers continues to be a very valuable tool for law enforcement.

The Crime Stoppers Board of Directors is comprised of concerned citizens of the greater Burlington area who oversee the operation of the program, and are responsible for establishing policy, raising funds and for the controlling of the amount of reward payments.

The Crime Stoppers Board of Directors is always interested in persons who would like to be considered for board membership. You are welcome to call 75 DO-TEL (753-6835) or 752-6835 for more information.

Crime Stoppers is a non-profit, private, legal entity. It is funded by the united way and by private donations. Contributions are tax deductible. No tax dollars support any part of the crime stoppers program. All board officers and other directors are non-paid volunteers. Donations are used solely for payment of rewards.

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Additional information on how to protect yourself or your child from becoming a victim in the first place or steps for repairing from identity theft please visit the FTC's Website.

Identity theft protection services can help you monitor your accounts. They can place fraud alerts or freezes on your credit reports or remove your name from marketing mailing lists. Many people find it valuable and convenient to pay a company to keep track of their financial accounts, credit reports, and personal information. Other people choose to do this on their own for free. Before you pay for a service, evaluate it and its track record before you pay any fees.

Nominations are open January 1st through the 31st of 2024.

The business must be located within West Burlington, Iowa city limits, has a valid business license, up to date on all city taxes and fees and is in compliance with all city code, and is a for-profit business.

Winners are decided upon the following voting criteria; growth in taxable evaluation, job growth, community impact, facility renovation, expansion and beautification, and exceptional customer service. A committee comprising of two City of West Burlington City Council members, the Mayor, two City of West Burlington employees, a representative from the West Burlington School District, a representative from SCC, and a representative from the prior year's winning business vote on the winner using the information provided in your nomination.

Winner receives award plaque, window sticker, recognition at West Burlington City Hall, and special announcement event on the third Thursday in March.

You can nominate a business by clicking here to fill out the form.