FY2024 Proposed Budget

alternate materials and methods of construction and to provide for reasonable interpretation of the International Building Code, International Residential Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electrical Code, International Mechanical Code, International Fire Code, Dangerous Building Code and the Iowa City Housing Code.

Recent Accomplishments:  Completed significant work towards a Comprehensive Plan update for the Rohret South Subarea of the Southwest District Plan.  Completed Tailwinds-E. College Street-development agreement, rezoning, design, site, and building code review to preserve historic buildings and construct new 11-story residential building. Upcoming Challenges:  Adoption of a form-based zoning code for a portion of the Southwest District following completion of the Rohret South Subarea Comprehensive Plan.  Engagement with the community to update the City-wide Comprehensive Plan and District plans to incorporate key future land use, affordable housing, equity, and climate action goals.  Support the adoption of an update to the Affordable Housing Action Plan through immediate code changes to improve housing affordability.  Assist with program development to incentivize improved energy efficiency in new and existing buildings in the community.  Review city-wide parking regulations and consider innovative ways to encourage alternative travel modes and housing. 206