Participating in Polk County Land Use Decisions
You just heard about a proposal to build a new development in your area and you are concerned. Where do you find more information? How do you express your concerns? How will the decision be made?
Download the PDF guide below which is designed to help you answer these questions and provide steps to navigate the local planning process. The steps include:
STEP 1 TRACKING LAND USE PROPOSALS
Find more information on the land use change that is being proposed.
STEP 2 UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS
Understand the process involved for the type of application at issue, including if/when there will be a public hearing.
STEP 3 PARTICIPATING IN THE PROCESS
Submit comments or provide oral testimony on the application.
STEP 4 APPEALING A LAND USE DECISION
Consider appealing the decision on the application if you believe it was improperly made.