Frequently Asked Questions
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Is not allowed. Open burning in Urbandale is restricted by the municipal code. This includes fire pits and chimeras. This restriction does not apply to outdoor fireplaces and grills that have a grate for the preparation of food.
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Animal Control Officers are on duty 24/7. Call Westcom Dispatch at 515-222-3321.
Learn more here: https://www.urbandale.org/773/Animal-Control-Services
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You will need to call the specific department in order to make a credit card payment over the phone.
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Please use this form to report the behavior of a salesperson, peddler, or solicitor.
All peddlers and solicitors who go door-to-door in residential areas must have a peddler’s license. A license can be obtained from the City Clerk’s office, at City Hall, 3600 86th Street, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 515-278-3900. Click here to view the current licensed peddlers/solicitors.
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The Municipal Code of the City of Urbandale can be viewed and searched online. View the...
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Any construction typically needs a Building Permit; more information can be found at Permits.
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If you are interested in becoming a Home Based Iowa business, you will need to complete a short form. For questions, please contact Tiffany Menke, President of the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce, at tmenke@urbandalechamber.com.