Development Processes and Procedures

I've Submitted a Development Application, What's Next?

From variances to subdivisions, development requests follow different processes. The below guides provide an overview of the steps involved in a development request. 

Flow Chart of All Development Review Procedures

Agricultural Subdivisions                                   Minor Subdivision Plats
Major Subdivision Plats                                      Residential Parcel Subdivisions
Rezoning Requests                                             Text Amendments
Conditional Use Permits                                     Variances

What type of application should I submit?

To determine what type of application to submit, you may contact the Planning and Development Department and consult the Story County Land Development Regulations. A conceptual review meeting is required before most applications can be made and is a good starting point.

A conceptual review is an informal meeting with County Departments to review preliminary plans. Comments on standards and any issues are provided for an applicant to consider before making a formal submittal. Professional plans are not required for conceptual review. The meetings occur each Thursday, beginning at 9:30 AM, and are held virtually. Applications are due Thursdays by noon the week prior to the meeting. To submit an application, please contact the Planning and Development Department. There is no fee.