Are bees allowed?
Yes, in all Zone Districts with an approved Special Use Permit (create account and apply here) with the following conditions listed in 32.03.04.C.3 of the Cedar Rapids Zoning Ordinance
No more than 1 hive per 5,000 square feet of lot space as well as best practices addressed in the Special Use Permit application. Single hives may be located on smaller lots if other specifications are met.
Citizens may refer to Table of permitted uses on p. 102 and 32.03.04.C.3 of the Cedar Rapids Zoning Ordinance
Does the City spray for mosquitos and can I opt out? No, the City does not spray for mosquitos.
Additional Notes: Updated provided by Dani Blin, Permit Supervisor on 3/14/2025.
ANNEXED TERRITORY: All territory that may be annexed to the City of Cedar Rapids after adoption of this Ordinance shall be assigned a zone district classification within ninety (90) days after annexation. Property that is currently developed shall be assigned a zone district classification that best fits the use, density and dimensional standards of the property. Property that is not currently developed shall be assigned the Agriculture classification.
Contact: N/A
Department: Zoning
Title: N/A
Email: zoning@cedar-rapids.org
Phone: 319-286-5836
County: Linn