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Prepared by LeAnn M. Even, Deputy City Clerk, City of Waterloo, 715 Mulberry Street,
Waterloo, IA 50703, (319) 291-4323.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-310
RESOLUTION DECLARING A MORATORIUM ON THE
ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL PERMIT OR VARIANCE FOR
HOBBY FARMS IN THE CITY OF WATERLOO, BLACK
HAWK COUNTY, IOWA.
WHEREAS, the City of Waterloo, Iowa, has determined that the issue of Hobby Farms
requires further study to understand the potential impacts on the community, health, safety, and
welfare of residents; and
WHEREAS, the current regulations and policies regarding the issuance of special permits
or variances for hobby farms may not adequately address the safety, environmental, and zoning
concerns associated with such uses; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to place a temporary hold on the issuance of such
permits or variances to ensure that any changes necessary to protect the public can be considered;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WATERLOO, IOWA,
1. A moratorium is hereby declared on the issuance of special permits or variances
for hobby farms within the City limits of Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa, effective
immediately upon the signature and approval of the Mayor.
2. The purpose of this moratorium is to allow city officials adequate time to conduct
a comprehensive study and review of current zoning codes and ordinances related to hobby
farms, to evaluate the possible impacts on urban development, and to make any necessary
amendments to the city's regulations.
3. This moratorium shall remain in effect until December 1, 2025, unless extended
or rescinded by the City Council prior to that time.
4. The City Planning and Zoning Department is directed to carry out a detailed
analysis of hobby farms, including but not limited to impacts on land use, environmental
concerns, and infrastructure needs, and to present their findings and recommendations to the City
Council.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of May 2025.
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