Forest, IA
City of Forest City - General
How permitting works in Iowa
In Iowa, cities have a discretionary role. A city may choose to adopt and enforce building codes to manage its growth, but if a city chooses not to, there is no state mandate requiring building permits for private construction within that city's limits.
State code for state buildings; others are local choice.
Contact Information
- Phone
- (641) 585-3574
- Office Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Permit Portal
- https://www.cityofforestcity.com/permitsapplications
Nearby jurisdictions in Iowa
Miller, IA5 mi
Permits issued by Hancock County, IA
Leland, IA5 mi
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Hayfield, IA6 mi
Permits issued by Hancock County, IA
Crystal Lake, IA8 mi
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Thompson, IA10 mi
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Duncan, IA11 mi
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