The Cedar Rapids Zoning Ordinance, as set forth in the text of Chapter 32 and the Official Zoning Map, is adopted with the purpose of improving and protecting the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the people.
Here you'll find convenient access to forms, timelines and frequently-asked questions. The City's GIS Database allows user-initiated searches of zoning designations.
An application for a permit to develop property within the FEMA-regulated floodplain is available. The Floodplain Development Ordinance is also provided.
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Community Gardens / Urban Ag
- Floodplain Regulations
- Home Occupations
- How Do I Get A Variance?
- Sign Regulations
- What's My Property Zoned?
- Urban Chickens
Related Links:
Board of Adjustment
Minor and Major Erosion Control Permits (Former Fill and Rubble Permit Requests)
Site Plan
Use of Streets
Zoning Code
