Improved permitting software will now allow Ottumwa residents and contractors to make payments for permits online. City Hall Departments adopted the new software, iWorQ, in March. In addition to improving recordkeeping and coordination between departments, the software has a number of features available to the public via the Public Portal. Residents and contractors can use the Public Portal to complete permit applications, search active permits, check the status of open code enforcement files and, beginning this week, make permit payments. The Public Portal supports licenses issued by the City Clerk, building and rental permits issued by the Buidling and Code Enforcement and fence and sign permits issued by the Planning Department.
The iWorQ Public Portal can be accessed at OttumwaPermits.com. To complete a permit application select the relevant permit option and complete the instructions as prompted. To make a payment, select “Existing Permits, Rental Permits & Inspection Request.” Users can search for a permit by permit number, applicant name, contractor or property address. When the correct permit has been found, simply click “Submit Payment” and complete the instructions as prompted.
Payments can still be made by mail, over the phone or in person at City Hall. Anyone with questions about using the Public Portal can call the Code Enforcement Department at 641-683-0650, the Planning Department at 641-683-0606 or the City Clerk’s Office at 641-683-0621.
The Ottumwa Historic Preservation Commission is accepting nominations for the 2023 Excellence in Preservation Awards.
Inflated tire disposal costs have driven the Ottumwa/Wapello County Recycling Center to raise the fee for disposing of tires.
The City of Ottumwa has been awarded a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) for the upper-story apartment project at 307 East Main Street.
Shared electric scooter company Bird Rides has launched its app-based e-scooter program in Ottumwa.
Internet users interested in local historic preservation will have a new way to engage with the Historic Preservation Commission online. The Commission has expanded its online presence, offering new resources and a guided walking tour. The new webpage, www.cityofottumwa.com/preservation, includes a record of local nominations to the National Register of Historic Places, news about historic preservation in Ottumwa and a virtual guided tour. When the Commission launches its newsletter this summer, the webpage will also house current and past issues.
Improved permitting software will now allow Ottumwa residents and contractors to make payments for permits online. City Hall Departments adopted the new software, iWorQ, in March. In addition to improving recordkeeping and coordination between departments, the software has a number of features available to the public via the Public Portal. Residents and contractors can use the Public Portal to complete permit applications, search active permits, check the status of open code enforcement files and, beginning this week, make permit payments. The Public Portal supports licenses issued by the City Clerk, building and rental permits issued by Building and Code Enforcement and fence and sign permits issued by the Planning Department.
