Linn County seeks voluntary board and commission members

The Linn County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications to fill several voluntary appointments on County boards and commissions. Serving on a County board or commission is an excellent way to get involved with local government and contribute to the quality of life in Linn County.

Linn County is committed to gender balance on all boards, commissions, and advisory committees. Women, minorities, and qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Board of Adjustment – three-year terms

There are two openings on the Board of Adjustment (BOA). Individuals are appointed for five-year terms and may not serve more than two terms. Members of BOA must live outside the corporate limits of any city.

The Board of Adjustment hears and decides on appeals for variances and special exceptions for proposed improvements which do not meet Linn County zoning regulations. The BOA also hears and decides on Conditional Use Permits and on appeals of the zoning administrator’s decision where an error of law is alleged in the decision.

Community Services Advisory Board – three-year terms

There is one opening on the Community Services Advisory Board. Individuals are appointed for three-year terms and may not serve more than two terms. Applicants with a background in finance or accounting are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

The Linn County Community Services Advisory Board addresses local health and human service needs by providing direct services, community planning, and administration of local, state, and federal funds in ways that promote service availability, access to services, cost-effectiveness, and quality service.

Electrical Board of Appeals – three-year terms

There is one opening on the Electrical Board of Appeals. Individuals are appointed for three-year terms and may serve consecutive terms without limitation.

The Electrical Board of Appeals hears and decides on the suitability of alternate methods and materials for compliance with the National Electrical Code as adopted by Linn County. The board also participates in code development and makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

Mechanical Board of Appeals – four-year terms

There are three openings on the Mechanical Board of Appeals. Individuals are appointed for three-year terms and may serve consecutive terms without limitation.

The Mechanical Board of Appeals hears and decides on the suitability of alternate methods and materials for compliance with the Linn County Mechanical Code. The board also participates in code development and makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

Planning & Zoning Commission – three-year terms

There are two openings on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Individuals are appointed for five-year terms and may not serve more than two terms. Commission members must live in unincorporated Linn County.

The Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) makes recommendations on requests for rezonings, subdivision plats, and conditional use permits. In addition, the PZC makes recommendations on revisions to the Linn County Unified Development Code and the Linn County Comprehensive Plan.

Plumbing Board of Appeals – three-year terms

There are three openings on the Plumbing Board of Appeals. Individuals are appointed for three-year terms and may serve consecutive terms without limitation.

The Plumbing Board of Appeals hears and decides on the suitability of alternate methods and materials for compliance with the Linn County Plumbing Code. The board also participates in code development and makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

To apply for openings

Applicants for these openings must be residents of Linn County and may submit an online application available on the Linn County website. For questions, please call 319-892-5000.

Meeting times for each board and commission are available on the Linn County website.