City of Fort Dodge, Iowa

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The Board meets when an appeal is scheduled to be heard.  Five members serve 5 year terms and are appointed by the Mayor with approval from Council.

The Board has jurisdiction to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is an error in any order, requirements, decision or determination involving alternate materials, methods of construction or reasonable interpretation of the ordinances cited by the Inspector or Fire Chief responsible for enforcement.

Specific Powers and Duties:
May reverse, affirm or modify the decision of the Inspector or Fire Chief so long as such action is in conformity with the terms of Ordinance #1621.

Anyone wishing to apply for this board may contact the Inspection Department at 576-4551, ext. 1237, or print off an application form located under the "Links" tab above.