Content Information
Enforce local or state legislation for the designation and protection of historic properties.
The local government must consider its local historic preservation ordinance or resolution when dealing with issues and activities affecting historic properties. If a system for local designation is in place, the local government shall adhere to that procedure.
To ensure that local ordinances and resolutions comply with CLG standards, the local government shall furnish draft copies of new ordinances or proposed changes to the State Historic Preservation Office for review and comment. Iowa Code requires that the State Historic Preservation Office review and comment on ordinances designating local historic districts and historic zoning districts. The Code of Iowa does not contain procedures of designating historic landmarks. For administrative ease and to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, standards and guidelines, cities and counties in the Iowa CLG program are asked to use the same designation, design review, and appeal procedure for both historic landmarks and historic districts. In addition, Iowa CLG cities and counties must submit nominations ordinances designating historic districts and landmarks to the State CLG Coordinator for review and comment at least 45 days before local adoption.