City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
Altoona is located in Polk County, Iowa about five miles from Des Moines. Altoona houses approximately 20,000 residents and is one of the lowest city tax rates in the metro area. We offer many large city amenities but with small town quality and convenience.
City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
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City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
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City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
Permits are listed below, organized by the City department in charge of each permit. Use the search bar function to easily find a permit.
City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
The City of Altoona’s Comprehensive Plan has been adopted in four parts. Each of these can be accessed below: 2014 Comprehensive Plan. 2018 Altoona Comprehensive Plan Amendment. 2022 Altoona Comprehensive Plan Amendment 2024 Altoona Comprehensive Plan Amendment. You can also view a large PDF of the Future Land Use here. Annual Reports
City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
jstewart@altoona-iowa.com Julie Stewart is currently serving her first term as an elected official for the Altoona City Council. Julie is the Senior Vice President of Business Development at Prairie Meadows.
City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
5 days ago · Project Overview. Description Eastbound 8th St SW will be reconstructed from US 65 to Venbury Drive in three phases. The projects will also fill in gaps in pedestrian facilities and include storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main improvements.
City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
You can sign up for Auto Draft for your utility bill to be directly debited from your checking or savings account on the due date. You will receive a one-time $5.00 credit on your next bill for signing up on the automatic plan.
City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
Please have information identifying you as a City of Altoona resident ready when you drop off brush. For September and October 2024, please access the brush pile by entering the access road gates located in the parking lot of the Altoona Aquatics Park, 1200 Venbury Drive.
City of Altoona, Iowa | A Development Friendly Community
The Altoona Cemetery is under the authority of the Clay Township Trustees. Learn more on their Facebook Page: Clay Township Trustees