Welcome to the Form Vault
Here you have easy access to forms and information
pertaining to city regulations in a number of areas. The forms are sorted by subject
to help you in your search of the correct form. To download these forms to fill out,
follow these 3 steps:
Step One
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be skipped.

Step Two
Click the icon before the name of the form
you want to obtain.
Step Three
Launch Adobe Acrobat Reader and open the form
within that application. Some systems may automatically launce Acrobat Reader when
you click on your choice. For paper copies to use, print it out. Fill it out and
return it to the city via fax or mail.
General Information about Permits
These files provide an overview to the kinds
of permits available from the city as well as fees for applications, data fees, maps
and blueprints.
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Permit Information |
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Fee Information |
Accessory Buildings/Structures
(Sheds, Decks, Porches, Detached Garages, etc.)
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Information & Permit |
Appeal of a Decision
Provides information on the Board of Adjustment
which was established to provide recourse for any citizen of Pella to appeal perceived
inequity in existing zoning ordinances or decisions of the Zoning Administrator of
Building Official.
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Board of Adjustment Information |
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Board of Adjustment Appeal |
Bed & Breakfast
Provides legal description and signage information
for bed and breakfasts. Additional related information can be found under Home Occupations
and Parking.
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Bed and Breakfast Information |
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Home Occupations |
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Parking |
Building Permit
1 & 2 Family Residential
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Information & Permit |
Building Permit
Commerical, Industrial, Institutial
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Information & Permit |
Demolition Permit
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Information & Permit |
Design Review Overlay District
Includes information about requirements for
obtaining a design permit.
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Design Permit Checklist |
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Design Permit Application |
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Community Development Committee &
Design Review |
Design Review District Design Manual - 2nd Edition
(Click on this link to view this manual)
Driveway Permit
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Information & Permit |
Dutch Residential Overlay
District
Provides overview of processes of obtaining permits which comply to the Dutch Residential District (DURE) standards. Information is also provided on the Community Development Committee whose purpose is to preserve and promote the unique character of Pella.
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Dutch Residential Overlay District Information |
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Design Permit Checklist |
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Design Permit Application |
Electric Application for Service
This application is for Temporary or Permanent service for new construction. This is to get service to your home. An Application is also required to be filled out at City Hall to have the account put into your name. This form is to be completed and either dropped off at the Electric Department at 222 Truman Road or faxed to 641-628-1642.
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Electric Application for Service |
Excavation Permit
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Information & Permit |
Fence & Retaining Wall Permit
Outlines requirements for placing fences on
properties.
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Fence Information & Permit |
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Retaining Wall Information & Permit |
Fences, Retaining Walls and Easements
If you are considering a new fence or retaining wall for your property, please contact the Public Works Office at 628-1601. We can assist you in determining what is allowed for your application and location. In some cases, public utility easements may exist on properties that the owner may not be aware of. These easements are needed for City and/or private utility access, and could possibly include electric, telephone or cable television or in some cases water or sewer lines. Placement of structures, including fences or retaining walls, is not permitted in easements. It is in the property owner’s best interest to make sure their fence or retaining wall is constructed on their property and outside these easements in case utility work would ever need to be done in the easements. Please note that a permit is required for the construction of a new fence or retaining wall. You can obtain a permit application at the Public Works Office at 100 Truman Road or print one above.
Home Occupation
Pertains to a home occupation that is a gainful
occupation or profession engaged in by an occupant of a dwelling unit.
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Home Occupation Information |
Moving Structures
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Information & Permit |
Parking
Provides guidelines limitations on parking
in the city.
Peddler, Solicitors and Transient
Merchants
Provides guidelines and information on obtaining
a permit to sell in Pella.
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Peddler Solicitor and Transient Merchant
Application |
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For Additional Information and maps, Click Here |
Property Maintenance Code
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Property Maintenance Code |
Rezoning
Provides a summary of the process necessary
to amend the zoning district classification of a property or properties.
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Rezoning Information |
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Rezoning Permit Application |
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Rezoning Petition |
Sewer Hook-Ups
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Information & Permit |
Sign Application
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Sign Permit Application |
Special Events Promoter Application
Click here for more information on hosting special events in Pella and the application process.
Vacating Right of Way
Presents information and steps necessary for
any person who desires a public right-of-way (a street, alley or easement).
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Procedure for Vacating Public Right of
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Vacating Permit Application |
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Vacate Right of Way Petition |
Water Taps
This application is required to connect to a City of Pella water main.
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Information & Permit |
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