Board of Adjustment

Overview

The Board of Adjustment consists of 5 members who must be residents of Urbandale, of which no more than 2 members may be involved in real estate sales. Members are appointed by the Mayor, approved by the City Council and serve 5-year terms.

Areas of Focus

Reviews appeals of the Zoning Ordinance and the Sign Ordinance

• Appeals may be requested due to special exceptions in the Ordinance, differences in interpretation, or requirements that create a hardship on the property owner. 
• Reviews requests for uses that are conditionally permitted