HF 483: Relating to the design of certain public buildings, including by providing for the appointment of a state architect

What it does

This bill relates to the construction and renovation of certain public buildings. The bill creates the position of state architect, who is appointed by the governor, subject to confirmation by the senate, and serves at the pleasure of the governor. The bill prohibits the construction of an applicable public building, defined in the bill, unless the state architect issues a certificate of need for the applicable public building. The bill allows the state architect to issue a certificate of need for an applicable public building if the proposed design for the applicable public building complies with certain policies of the general assembly, set forth in the bill, regarding the architectural style and public perception of the proposed applicable public building.

Lobbying · 0 for, 3 against

Against: American Council of Engineering Companies; Iowa Chapter, American Institute of Architects; Master Builders of Iowa

In plain words

1. February 19, 2025Filed in the House and sent to the State Government committee