Spencer

Department: Public Works

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Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Clay County

May 5, 2022

On March 21, 2022, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship issued a press release that announced Emerald Ash Borer had been found in Clay County for the first time. On April 27th, the City of Spencer hosted a public informational meeting regarding Emerald Ash Borer and options available to the public in dealing with this pest. In order to assist citizens with finding information about Emerald Ash Borer, treatment options, and other questions, the City has established an Emerald Ash Borer Resources page. That website can be accessed on the Parks Department Home page of the City's website as well as clicking the button below. This site will be updated with new information as it comes available. Emerald Ash Borer Resources Page...

Do I need a sidewalk?
April 29, 2022
If your property is located in a subdivision that was platted after July 16, 2012 it will be required to have a sidewalk at the time the property is developed (any structures erected on that lot). If your property has an existing sidewalk that has any portion damaged or removed for construction or o...

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RFP – Municipal Facility Condition & Needs Assessment
April 27, 2022
Request for Proposal - Municipal Facility Condition & Needs Assessment The City of Spencer, IA is seeking proposals from qualified architectural and design firms to perform a Municipal Facilities Condition and Needs Assessment (FCNA) for multiple structures serving the Parks Department, Libra...

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When can a property owner self-perform work?
April 22, 2022
A property owner may do any general construction work, please obtain a building permit from the Planning Department as required based on the scope of work. A property owner may also undertake both electrical and plumbing work at their primary residence only with the additional provision that the pro...

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Historic Preservation Commission – May Lecture Series
April 15, 2022
Historic Preservation Commission May Lecture Series Interested in learning more about the History of Spencer? Please join us throughout the month of May for another series of presentations put on by the Spencer HPC, Spencer Municipal Utilities, and our wonderful line up of volunteer Speakers...

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Work in progress…
April 15, 2022
If you purchase a property that is under construction at the time of purchase, please contact the Planning Department at City Hall to review any permits that may be on file for that address (Anna Harmon 712-580-7200 ext 228). You may need to have a new permit issued as the new property owner and adj...

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Construction takes time….
April 8, 2022
When you apply for a permit for construction please be advised that when it is issued there will be an issued date and an expiration date. This is to encourage work undertaken to be completed in a reasonable amount of time. Timeframes for different construction projects are laid out in our city ordi...

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Signs, signs… everywhere a sign…
April 1, 2022
Most signs in Spencer will require a sign permit – this includes both permanent and temporary signs. Exceptions are limited and include realtor signs and garage sale signs. All signs must be placed within private property – never within city right of way (between sidewalk and street) nor on city...

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Welcome to construction season!
March 25, 2022
Please be advised that most construction projects you choose to undertake will require a building permit – this includes all fences, detached buildings, and expansions or renovations to your existing buildings. Please contact the Planning Department at City Hall to discuss your project (Anna Harmo...

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Tall Grass/Weeds 2022
March 23, 2022
"PROPERTY OWNERS Beginning in May, the City of Spencer will be surveying properties for grass and weeds that exceed the 8” height rule. Properties with grass/weeds that exceed 8” in height will be posted and property owners given 7 days to mow. After 7 days, non-compliant properties will be...

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RFP’s for 4th Ave. S.E Redevelopment
March 1, 2022
The Spencer Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is requesting proposals on the 4th Ave. S.E. Redevelopment Project. In 2021 Residential properties along 4th Ave. S.E. were purchased by the SEDC for redevelopment purposes. The SEDC has the property scheduled to be a clean slate for developers...

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