This bill amends Section 368.25A of the Iowa Code to establish new procedures for boundary adjustments between cities initiated by property owners. Under the revised law, if both city councils approve a petition for severance, it must be filed with the city development board, which will facilitate an agreement regarding property tax transitions and necessary zoning changes. Additionally, if one city council denies the petition, the property owner may refile it. If the petition is denied three times by one city council within a year, it must be submitted to the board for review, which will then facilitate an adjustment agreement between the two cities.

The bill specifically applies to undeveloped or unimproved land and excludes properties subject to certain conditions, such as those involving incremental taxes, special assessments, or properties sold at tax sales. This legislative change aims to streamline the process for property owners seeking to adjust city boundaries while ensuring that both cities involved can negotiate terms related to property taxes and zoning.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 368.25A