2025 Session
Last amended: 1996 session
§ 428A.20 — Special Assessments
Plain-Language Summary
Cities can use special assessments instead of or in addition to improvement fees to fund housing improvements. Special assessments are charged based on the benefit each property receives from the improvements. The assessment process follows the same general procedures as other special assessments.
428A.20 SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS.
Within a housing improvement area, the governing body of the city may, in addition to the fee authorized in section 428A.14, special assess housing improvements to benefited property. The governing body of the city may by ordinance adopt regulations consistent with this section.
History:
History: History:
1996 c 471 art 8 s 16
Practical Notes
Special assessments are an alternative funding method for housing improvements. Unlike flat fees, assessments are based on the specific benefit to your property. Understanding the difference between fees and assessments can help you evaluate which method is fairer for your situation.