Iowa Administrative Code

“Commission” means the Iowa racing and gaming commission. “Critical systems” on a PMV means fire safety systems, systems that protect against flooding and progressive flooding, emergency power systems, emergency lighting systems, emergency ventilation shutdown systems, and fuel a…

determine compliance with the “State of Iowa Permanently Moored Vessel Inspection Requirements,” 2005, as adopted by reference herein. [ARC 9223C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

criteria set forth in this rule. 48.4(1) Qualifications. An inspector shall: a. Have prior experience as a U.S. Coast Guard marine inspector or as a classification society (recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard) surveyor; or b. Be a classification surveyor acting on behalf of a clas…

this chapter could best be effectuated through a contract with one or more third parties, the state may award such a contract or contracts pursuant to the provisions of 561—Chapter 8, as adopted by reference in 571—8.1(17A). 48.5(1) A statewide inspection contract shall authorize…

PMV shall submit proof to the department that the PMV has been inspected by a qualified inspector and that the PMV satisfies all of the requirements of the “State of Iowa Permanently Moored Vessel Inspection Requirements,” 2005. All PMVs licensed pursuant to Iowa Code chapter 99F…

inspection report or to comply with a correction report for a critical system or maritime security deficiency within the applicable time period, a determination of inadequacy shall be forwarded to the commission and shall be subject to the appeal and contested case procedures of …

identifies meandered streams, trout streams, and navigable streams in which motor vehicles may not be operated. [ARC 9224C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

“Department” means the department of natural resources. “Meandered stream” means a lake or stream that, at the time of the original government survey, was surveyed as a navigable and important water body and was transferred to the state upon admission to the union to be transferr…

streams and identification of streams. 49.3(1) Motor vehicles shall not be operated in the following locations, except as provided for in Iowa Code section 462A.34A(2): a. Any portion of the bed of a navigable stream when covered by water. b. Any portion of a trout stream or mean…

in any part of the beds of meandered streams, including dry sandbars. Meandered streams are the following: 1. Des Moines River. From Mississippi River to west line of T95N, R32W, Palo Alto County, west branch, and north line of T95N, R29W, Kossuth County, east branch at a point n…

Administrative Code. [Filed 5/13/88, Notice 3/23/88—published 6/1/88, effective 7/6/88]

“All-terrain vehicle” means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 321I.1. “Department” means the department of natural resources. “Off-road motorcycle” means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 321I.1. “Off-road utility vehicle” means the same as defined in Iowa Code sect…

50.2(1) Procedures. An applicant for certificate of title who cannot provide the supporting documents required in 571—Chapters 46 and 47 (implementing Iowa Code chapters 321G and 321I) shall be required to complete the following procedures as a condition to obtaining a title and …

50.3(1) Procedures. An applicant for certificate of title who cannot provide the supporting documents required in 571—Chapters 46 and 47 (implementing Iowa Code chapters 321G and 321I) shall be required to complete the following procedures as a condition to obtaining a title and …

“Blind” means a constructed place of ambush or concealment for the purpose of hunting, observing, or photographing any species of wildlife. “Decoy” means a bird, or animal, or a likeness of one, used to lure game within shooting range. “Horse” means any equine animal, including h…

game management areas except at Indian Bluffs and Pictured Rocks wildlife management areas, Boone Forks wildlife management area only on the abandoned railroad bridge piers, and those authorized by 571—subrule 61.10(12). No one shall place bolts, pitons, or similar anchoring devi…

a period not to exceed 14 days of consecutive use, unless specific restrictions are posted on site. The department may prohibit or restrict camping at any game management area by the posting of signs stating the applicable restrictions. [ARC 9226C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]…

established as game management areas under the provisions of Iowa Code section 481A.6. Use restrictions are established to protect the primary purpose of game management areas, which is to provide fish and wildlife habitat and associated fish- and wildlife-dependent recreation. I…

51.3(1) Restrictions. The use or possession of firearms on certain game management areas is restricted. a. Target shooting with shotguns shooting shot is not restricted to a specific range, except as otherwise provided. Target shooters using shotguns with lead shot cannot dischar…

51.4(1) Prohibition. Horses are prohibited on all game management areas unless allowed by exception. This rule does not apply to state forests or state recreation areas. 51.4(2) Exception for hunting and field trials. Horses may be used on all game management areas for training r…

areas between the dates of March 15 and July 15 each year. Training of dogs is permitted in designated training areas. Field and retriever meets are only permitted at designated sites and must have secured a permit as provided in Iowa Code section 481A.22 that shows the exact des…

51.6(1) Stationary blinds. The construction and use of stationary blinds on all game management areas, except on Pool 14 downstream of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge (River Mile 502) near Princeton, Iowa, and on Pools 15, 16, 17, and 18 of the Missi…

stakes, flags, markers, or any other item or device to be used for trapping furbearers, or to mark or otherwise claim any site for trapping furbearers on game management areas, is prohibited, except during the open season for taking furbearers other than coyote or raccoon. [ARC 9…

restricted. 51.8(1) Roads and parking lots. Except as otherwise provided in these rules, motor vehicles are prohibited on game management areas except on constructed and designated roads and parking lots. 51.8(2) Use of motor vehicles by persons with a physical disability. Person…

bird or resident game or furbearers, except deer and turkeys, or target shoot with a shotgun while having in one’s possession any shot other than nontoxic shot approved by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on the following wildlife areas: County Wildlife Area Benton Iowa River C…

natural resources may be established as wildlife refuges or sanctuaries for the purpose of preserving the biological balance pursuant to the provisions of Iowa Code section 481A.39; for the protection of public parks and public health, safety and welfare; and to effect sound wild…

lands under the jurisdiction of the natural resource commission during the hours the areas are open to the public. [ARC 9228C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

all varieties of nuts, fruits, and berries unless signs are posted prohibiting such activity. Nut, fruit, and berry gathering shall be permitted only during the hours the areas are open to the public and shall not be permitted in state preserves unless allowed by the preserve’s m…

subject to regulation by 571—Chapter 78. [ARC 9228C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

commission shall be done in accordance with 561—8.5(17A,456A,461A) and 561—8.6(455B), according to the department’s Forest Ecosystem Management Guide, approved by the commission on December 8, 1994, and hereby adopted by reference. [ARC 9228C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

waters are defined by rule 571—13.2(455A,461A,462A). For purposes of this rule, aquatic plants include vegetation that exists at or below the ordinary high-water line of a waterway. 54.5(1) Permits. a. The department may issue permits for the removal of aquatic plants in public w…

55.1(1) General. The following rules govern the placement, construction, or erection of ice fishing shelters placed on or over lands or waters under the jurisdiction of the natural resource commission. 55.1(2) Removal. Unattended ice fishing shelters and all material used in thei…

cost sharing to eligible applicants for the creation of new shooting ranges and improvement of existing shooting ranges and facilities. The purpose of the shooting sports equipment grant is to provide state cost sharing to eligible applicants for the purchase or improvement of sh…

their projects in an expeditious manner. Projects shall be initiated no later than two months following their approval by the committee and shall be completed no later than June 30 of the year following the grant award. Failure to initiate projects in a timely manner may be cause…

grantees when requested, but no earlier than the start-up date of the project. Ten percent of the grant total shall be withheld by the department, pending successful completion of the project and final site inspection, or until any irregularities discovered as a result of the fin…

relating to the administration of the project, particularly relating to all incurred expenses. These records shall be available for audit by representatives of the department and the state auditor’s office for a period of three years following the close of the grant. All records …

project life of at least ten years, which will become part of the project agreement. Should the funded project cease to be used for public recreation before the end of the stated project life, the director may seek to recover the remaining value of the grant award. [ARC 9230C, IA…

any property, real or personal, acquired or developed with grant funds under this program passes from the control of the grantee or is used for purposes other than the approved project. [ARC 9230C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

approved project, or unlawfully, must be returned to the department for deposit in the account supporting this program. In the case of diversion of personal property, the grantee shall remit to the department funds in the amount of the original purchase price of the property. The…

these rules, that grantee shall be ineligible for further assistance until the matter has been resolved to the satisfaction of the director. [ARC 9230C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25] These rules are intended to implement Iowa Code sections 456A.30 and 481A.17. [Filed ARC 0308C …

“Commission” means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 481A.1. “Committee” means the review and selection committee established in 56.6(1). “Department” means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 481A.1. “Director” means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 481A.1. […

supporting documents in a timely manner. 56.3(1) Applicant requirements. The entity submitting the application must meet the requirements of this subrule. The entity must: a. Allow public access; b. Be free of any unresolved close-out issues on prior grant projects; c. Ensure tha…

amounts established for the development and equipment grant programs: 56.4(1) The maximum grant request amount for development grants is $50,000 per project with at least a 25 percent match as described in 56.5(3). 56.4(2) There is no maximum grant request amount for equipment gr…

56.5(1) Form of application. Grant applications shall be on forms provided by the department and shall follow guidelines provided by the department. 56.5(2) Application deadline. Grant applications (one original and five copies) must be received by the department by February 1. 5…

56.6(1) Review and selection committee. The review and selection committee shall be comprised of six members appointed by the director. The committee shall review and evaluate grant applications and determine final project approval to be recommended to the commission. Three membe…

recommendations at the next scheduled commission meeting. The commission may reject any grant application selected for funding. Applicants shall be notified of their grant status in writing within 30 days after the commission meeting. [ARC 9230C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

director within five days of receipt of the commission’s decision. A letter of appeal shall be sent to the director of the department. Before making a final decision as to the grant award, the director shall review the application, committee score sheets and commission minutes. […

applicant, subject to the availability of funds and approval by the director or the director’s designee. [ARC 9230C, IAB 5/14/25, effective 6/18/25]

Administrative Code. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 17A.9. [Filed 4/19/76, Notice 2/23/76—published 5/3/76, effective 6/7/76] [Filed emergency 7/9/76—published 7/26/76, effective 7/9/76] [Filed 2/6/84, Notice 12/21/83—published 2/29/84, effective 4/5/84] [Fi…

responsibility of locating, identifying, evaluating, and dedicating areas as state preserves. [ARC 0287D, IAB 5/13/26, effective 6/17/26]