Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-35.5

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, December 11, 2024

Rule 571-35.5 - Application for assistance

Applications must contain sufficient detail as to clearly describe the scope of the project and how the area will be managed.

(1)Form. Applications must be submitted on forms provided by the department.

(2)Time of submission. Applications for funds will be reviewed and selected for funding at least once per year. The department will publish on its website the date and time for submitting a funding proposal, providing at least 90 days' notice. Applications must be submitted to the department as described on the website. Upon timely notice to eligible recipients, additional selection periods may be scheduled if necessary to expedite the distribution of funds. In emergencies, a county may request a waiver so that an acquisition project may be approved for retroactive payments if funds are available and the project meets all other criteria.

(3)Joint applications. Joint applications are permitted. One county shall serve as the primary applicant. A joint application shall clearly describe the respective share of project costs for each county named. Any cooperative agreement between the counties named shall be provided as a part of the application.

(4)County funding. An applicant shall certify that it has committed its share of project costs and that these funds are available and shall state the means of providing for the county share. All necessary approvals for acquisition and financing shall be included with the application. All financial income received directly or indirectly that would have been paid to the previous landowner as a result of a purchase agreement or other title transfer action shall be completely documented in the application.

(5)Multiple development projects. An application for development project assistance may include development on more than one area if the development is of a like nature.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-35.5

Amended by IAB January 11, 2023/Volume XLV, Number 14, effective 2/15/2023

Adopted by IAB May 1, 2024/Volume XLVI, Number 22, effective 6/5/2024