Important City Information

City Office Closures

City of Waukee offices and buildings will be closed on select holidays. This includes the Waukee Public Safety building lobby and the Waukee Public Library. If the holiday falls on a Saturday, the Friday before the holiday will be observed and offices will be closed. When Christmas Eve day falls on a Friday, it will be observed on Thursday. When Christmas Eve Day falls on a Sunday, it will be observed on Tuesday. Note that garbage and recycling follow a different holiday observance schedule. 

  • New Year's Day
  • Presidents Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve Day
  • Christmas Day

Codes and Regulations

Snow Removal

Property owners are expected to remove snow, ice and accumulations from sidewalks within 24 hours after the end of a weather event. The City will issue fines for those in violation of the snow removal ordinance. Find more details on requirements and duties of homeowners here.

Snow Emergency Parking Ban

If snow accumulation is forecast, the City’s snow ordinance and parking ban will go into effect. Public street parking is not permitted during the ban. Those in violation are subject to a fine and/or towing.

Lawn and Weed Maintenance

Lawns and weeds should not be allowed to grow more than 8 inches on developed property and 10 inches on undeveloped property, according to the City’s property maintenance code. Violations will result in a fine or the cost of City-hired maintenance, whichever is greater. Learn more about lawn and weed maintenance here.

Fire Pits

The City allows residents to maintain a fire with untreated wood for recreational, religious, ceremonial, cooking, warmth or similar purposes. Burning rubbish/refuse which includes yard waste, tires, garbage or plastics is not permitted. Find more details on rules and guidelines for open burning and fire pits here.

Garbage, Recycling and Yard Waste 

Curbside solid waste and recycling pick-up both occur weekly in the City of Waukee at 7 a.m. or later. If you are moving into a newly constructed home, your containers will be delivered to you on Thursday of the week you take possession. If you are moving into an existing home, the containers should be left for you by the previous homeowner. Learn more about setting up utility and garbage/recycling service here. See the holidays for which collection will be delayed by one day at Ankeny Sanitation, Inc. 

The number of items you may set out is not limited. If you have more than will fit into the receptacle, you may bag it and place it alongside. There are special requirements for appliances, furniture and other bulky items. Find more details on garbage and recycling in Waukee here.

Spring Clean-Up Week is held in late April/ early May for free, curbside disposal of large items and has designated locations to drop off hazardous materials, appliances and tires.

Curbside yard waste pick-up occurs every Monday beginning at 7 a.m. from April through November. Find details here. 

Irrigation Meters

A portable meter helps residents who irrigate frequently save money by reducing sewer charges on water used for irrigation or other outdoor purposes, such as filling a pool. The City of Waukee offers two types of irrigation meters for purchase: permanent meters and portable meters.

Building Permits

Building permits are needed for new construction, renovations, fences, pools, etc. Please visit Waukee.org/BuildingPermits for the complete list of permits and applications. You may also visit the Community Development Department at 204 W. Hickman Road (behind City Hall) or call 515-978-9533 for more information.

Report a Concern

Residents can alert City staff to non-urgent issues, such as potholes or property maintenance concerns, through the form at Waukee.org/ReportaConcern.

Problems that require urgent attention should be directed to the appropriate departments during normal business hours. Please see the list of City department phone numbers. For barking dogs or noise disturbances, call Westcom Dispatch at 515-222-3321. If that line isn't working, call 515-222-3322 to get the dispatchers.

For power and streetlight outages, please call 1-888-427-5632 or visit MidAmericanEnergy.com. For Public Works emergencies, such as gas leaks or water main breaks on weekends and after 3:30 p.m. on weekdays, call 515-249-1212.

For a Police or Fire emergency, dial 911.

Local Businesses

Waukee has a vibrant and growing business community. For information on childcare providers, dining establishments, banks, grocery stores and more, please visit WaukeeChamber.com or call 515-978-7115 to request a Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory.

Elected Officials and Volunteer Boards

The five-member Waukee City Council, led by the Mayor, meets at Waukee City Hall every first and third Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. 

The City of Waukee utilizes boards, commissions and committees made up of volunteer Waukee residents. These groups help to shape public policy and assist in various advisory capacities, allowing the City to benefit from the knowledge of a wide range of community representatives. Several boards and commissions are quasi-judicial, which means the State Code of Iowa has designated some legislative authority to them. Learn more and apply to be considered for appointment to a City board or commission here.

Find other opportunities to volunteer with city programs and events at Waukee.org/Volunteer.