Permits

Building Permit: Download Application

Permits are required to erect, reconstruct, alter, or extend any structure.  Permits must be applied for in writing and approved by the Zoning Administrator.  Our current fee schedule is as follows:  Fence  $35.00, Shed less than 150 square feet $50.00, Uncovered porch or deck less than 150 square feet $50.00, Covered Porch, Deck 75.00, Attached addition less than 500 square feet $125.00, Attached addition over 500 square feet $200.00, Unattached structure over 150 square feet $125.00, New Home $350.00, Commercial Building $350.00.  Applications may be obtained at City Hall.  The permit fee must accompany the application.

Fence Permit: Download Application

Golf Cart Permit: Download Application

The City of Walker has adopted Section 321.247 Golf Cart Operation on City Streets in the Code of Iowa through Code of Ordinances, Chapter 62, General Traffic Regulations. Effective January 1, 2013 all citizens of Walker will be allowed to obtain a Golf Cart Permit by the following procedures:

  1. Complete an Annual Golf Cart Permit Application form.

  2. Pay an annual registration fee per the Schedule of Fees.

  3. Provide a copy of a valid driver's license.

  4. City of Walker will issue a Golf Cart Permit and Sticker for the left rear bumper of the golf cart upon completion of the registration form and payment of fee.

  5. Golf cart drivers are subject to all local and state traffic laws, and may only be operated from sunrise to sunset by persons possessing a valid driver's license. Refer to Code of Iowa, Section 321.247 regarding additional regulations and requirements for golf carts.

  6. Golf carts can only be operated on city streets that are not a primary road extension through the city. Refer to Code ofIowa, Section 321.247 regarding these streets. Golf carts are prohibited in city parks.

  7. Annual Golf Cart Permits are valid from January 1 st to December 31 st. This Policy was adopted by the Walker City Council on the 9th day of January, 2017.

Mailbox Permit: Download Application

Mailboxes or newspaper receptacles shall not be erected without obtaining a permit.  Applications are available at City Hall.  The completed application and fee of $25.00 should be turned in to the City Clerk for approval by the Zoning Administrator.  The City shall not be responsible for the repair of mailboxes, newspaper receptacles, or their supports that are damaged due to normal or routine snow plowing or other road maintenance operations.

Urban Chickens: 
Chapter 165 in the Code of Ordinances for Walker, Iowa allows urban chickens with a valid permit.  An application for a permit may be obtained at City Hall.  There is a yearly permit fee of $10.00 and a yearly inspection will be conducted.  If you are interested, please contact the City Clerk for a copy of the ordinance and permit application.  The yearly fee must accompany the application.