This bill establishes a new section in Iowa law that restricts counties from enacting zoning regulations that would prevent industrial or commercial businesses from storing items related to their operations on properties located outside city limits. The bill specifies that this prohibition applies only when certain conditions are met: the business must use a building for storage, have no more than one location in the county, be independently owned and operated, employ no more than thirty individuals, and own the property from which it operates.

By implementing this legislation, the General Assembly aims to support small businesses by ensuring they have the ability to store necessary items without facing restrictive zoning laws. This move is particularly beneficial for independently owned businesses that may otherwise struggle with local regulations that limit their operational capabilities.