Iowa § 314.24 - 314.24 Natural and historic preservation.
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§ 314.24. 314.24 Natural and historic preservation.
Cities, counties, and the department shall to the extent practicable preserve and protect the natural and historic heritage of the state in the design, construction, reconstruction, relocation, repair, or maintenance of roads, streets, or highways. Destruction or damage to natural areas, including but not limited to prime agricultural land, parks, preserves, woodlands, wetlands, recreation areas, greenbelts, historical sites, or archaeological sites shall be avoided, if reasonable alternatives are available for the location of roads, streets, or highways at no significantly greater cost. In implementing this section, cities, counties, and the department shall make a diligent effort to identify and examine the comparative cost of utilizing alternative locations for roads, streets, or highways. 89 Acts, ch 317, §30 Thu Dec 11 19:37:19 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 314.24 (18, 0)
Source: official Iowa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 314.24
What does Iowa Code § 314.24 cover?
Section 314.24 ("314.24 Natural and historic preservation.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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