Keota, Iowa

There are numerous city ordinances which govern the actions of residents of Keota. The information listed on this website is general in nature and should not be construed as law. For complete information, please see the City Clerk for a copy of the City Codes of Ordinances or click on the link below.

2017 City of Keota Code of Ordinances

Ordinance 260

Ordinance 261

Ordinance 268 - NOISE ORDINANCE

Ordinance 270 - RENTAL INSPECTIONS

Ordinance 271- BICYCLE REGULATIONS

Ordinance 272 - COTTON BEARING TREES

Ordinance 273 - TREES - GENERAL PROVISIONS

Ordinance 274 - GOLF CARTS

Ordinance 275 - SNOWMOBILES

Ordinance 276 - ATV/UTV

Ordinance 277 - Animal Ordinance Updates

Ordinance 280 - Sewer Rates as of July 1, 2020

Ordinance 283 - Repealing Noise Ordinance

Ordinance 284 - Animal Control Updates

Ordinance 285 - Building Permit Fees

Ordinance 286 - FIREWORKS

Ordinance 288 - 2021 Sewer Rate Increase

Ordinance 289 - Animal Control

Ordinance 290 - Golf Carts

Ordinance 291 - ATV/UTVs

Ordinance 2021-292 - Grass Height

Ordinance 2022-292 - Water Meters

Ordinance 294 - Open Burning

Ordinance 299 - City Administrator

Ordinance 299 - Compensation of Municipal Officers

Ordinance 300 - Mobile Home Regulation

Ordinance 301 - Urban Revitalization Area

Ordinance 302 - Zoning Allowances

Ordinance 303 - Animal Control

Ordinance 304 - Special Ordinances

Ordinance 305 - Nuisances

Ordinance 306 - Special Ordinances

Parking

Parking on city streets is allowed overnight, but vehicles may not be parked for long periods of time for storage on city streets. Vehicles in disrepair and unusable are to be removed from property within the city.

Snow Removal

Snow should be removed from all sidewalks within a reasonable amount of time following a snowfall. If snow is not removed the City may do so and assess the costs against the property owner and collected in the same manner as property tax.
Snow may not be pushed into city streets or alleyways from private property. Cars are not to be parked on city streets 24 hours after a snowfall.

Burning

Burning of trash and leaves is prohibited within the city limits. Leaves may be taken to city property east of Keota. Contact the City Clerk for specific information.

Building Permit

6-12-3 PERMIT REQUIRED No building or other structure shall be erected, altered, repaired, used or occupied within the City without first receiving a permit therefor.

Building Permit Application

Fireworks

Fireworks displays are provided during special celebrations by qualified persons. All other fireworks displays are prohibited by law in Iowa, with the exception of sparklers and other similar items. Children should be closely supervised while using these.