Show All Answers

1. Phone Numbers

City Government

Emergency - 911

City Hall - 472-6193

Police Department - 472-4146

Fire Department - 472-9212

Building & Zoning - 472-4181

Utility Billing / Set up Water, Sewer, Trash & Recycling Service - 472-5343

Airport - 472-3166

Library - 472-6551

Park & Recreation - 472-6159

Street Maintenance Shed - 472-4750

Water Plant - 472-2358

Wastewater Plant - 472-5218

Jefferson County

Sheriff - 472-4146

Assessor - 472-2849

Auditor - 472-2840

Clerk of Court - 472-3454

Motor Vehicle - 472-2340

Public Health - 469-5929

Recorder - 472-4331

Secondary Roads - 472-6528

Board of Supervisors - 472-2851

Treasurer - 472-2349

Others

Chamber of Commerce - 472-2111

Convention & Visitors Bureau - 472-2828

Fairfield Economic & Development Association - 472-3436

Post Office - 472-5015

2. Animals

Chickens or other farm animals - Can I have them in town?

The City allows residents to have up to ten (10) hens, roosters are not allowed.  Chickens must be penned in the rear yard, a permit for the fencing will need to be applied for.

Other livestock is not allowed unless fencing requirements and setbacks can be met. Please call the Planning and Zoning Department for more details at 472-4181.

Breed of dog - Are there restriction on what you can have?

No restrictions; dogs must not bite or attack people or other animals without being provoked

3. City Forms & Information

Most requested forms and information are listed on the home page - City Forms & Info button.

4. Business

What are requirements to open a business?

To open a business, the property must be zoned properly for the type of business, please call the Planning & Zoning Department to verify zoning.  Sign permits are required for all signs. 

Other

Chamber of Commerce

Fairfield Economic & Development Association

Iowa Department of Economic Development - Starting a Business

Can I run a business in my home?

Certain low impact businesses can be run from home. Regulations are in place to ensure that home businesses are compatible with residential neighborhoods. The business may only occupy one room of the home or in a detached garage. Signs are limited in size and content, retail display of goods are limited, and only the resident of the home may work in a home based business. Other regulations are also in place.

5. Zoning - What is it and how does it affect my property

Zoning affects every property; it regulates the types and sizes of structures, how far back they must be from property lines, and their uses. Zoning also regulates all uses of properties – everything from factories to fences. If you are thinking about buying a property, using a property, starting a business, building anything, installing a sign, etc., it is a good idea to call and make sure the idea is compatible with zoning. No question is a bad question!

Zoning regulations exist for several reasons: to preserve property values by ensuring that nearby property uses are compatible with each other, to ensure property owner’s ability to use, enjoy, and sell their property is not damaged by activities of neighboring properties, to promote new development that is compatible with the character of the community and the new or existing infrastructure of the community.

Zoning Map

6. How do I find out who my City Council representative is?

There are seven members that make up your City Council, please click on the link to find out who your representative is. City Council

7. How do I find out what ward (precinct) I live in?

Call the Jefferson County Auditor's Office at (641) 472-2840 or check the Precinct Map webpage for exact information. Precinct Map

8. How do I request to address the City Council?

Click the provided link to open the request form. Print the form, fill it out and either bring it or mail it to City Hall. City Council meetings are the second and fourth Monday of the month except in December. You can call City Hall at (641) 472-6193 to confirm the time and date you wish to address the City Council.

Request Form for City Council Agenda Items

9. How do I contact the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce?

You can call the chamber at (641) 472-2111 or view their website. Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce

10. How do I get a license for my dog?

Information about dog licenses can be found on the Licenses page. Licenses