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Planning & Development
What We Do
Linn County Planning & Development is responsible for providing fair, consistent, and objective administration of zoning and building regulations for the unincorporated areas of Linn County and cities that contract with the department. Planning & Development is also responsible for balancing the needs of the customers and the public through building safety and the wise use of land and environmental resources.
Planning & Development has two divisions with the following core services:
Building Division
The Building Division provides the following services:
- Helps ensure building safety
- Provides and processes Homeowner and Contractor permit applications
- Conducts inspections
- Reviews building plans
Planning & Zoning Division
The Planning & Zoning Division provides the following services:
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May is Building Safety Month
With increased severity and frequency of natural disasters, building safety is now even more important. Read on... -
NextEra Energy Resources LLC Submits Applications for Utility-Scale Solar Projects in Linn County
NextEra Energy Resources LLC has submitted applications to Linn County Planning & Development for two utility-scale solar projects in Linn County – Duane Arnold Solar I and Duane Arnold Solar II. Read on... -
Linn County Board of Supervisors Approve Changes to Building Codes
The Linn County Board of Supervisors have approved revisions to our code of ordinances as it relates to construction codes in Linn County. Read on...
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Charlie Nichols
Director
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Planning & Development
Physical Address
935 Second Street SW
First Floor
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Phone: 319-892-5130Fax: 319-892-5155
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Services also available by phone, email, mail, and drop box
Except Holidays