West Des Moines, IA
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The Board of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial body that hears and decides on specific exceptions to the City's zoning laws. The Board ensures that zoning ordinances are applied fairly while considering unique property circumstances.
What We Do
The Board is responsible for reviewing and ruling on the following:
- Conditional Use Permits: Requests for land uses that require special review.
- Variances: Requests for exceptions to setback requirements, sign codes, or building additions.
- Administrative Appeals: Hearings for property owners who disagree with how the City has interpreted a zoning code.
Members
The Board consists of five West Des Moines residents appointed by the Mayor to serve five-year terms.
| Commission Member | Term Ends |
|---|---|
| Tom Cunningham (Chair) | March 31, 2028 |
| James Davis | March 31, 2029 |
| Gary Hammers | March 31, 2027 |
| William Keck | March 31, 2031 |
| Vacant | March 31, 2030 |
Resources & Guides
For additional tips on presenting at a public meeting, view our Public Meeting Presentation Tips.
| Event | Date/Time | Agenda | Packet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board of Adjustment | June 17, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | July 01, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | July 15, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | August 05, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | August 19, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | September 02, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | September 16, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | October 07, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | October 21, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | November 04, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | November 18, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | December 02, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
| Board of Adjustment | December 16, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Not Included | Not Included |
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