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Urbandale council adopts first reading of fireworks ordinance to mirror new state rules; private‑property restrictions emphasized
Summary
The council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-12 to align Urbandale code with recent state changes allowing consumer fireworks on specified hours; police said fireworks must be used on private property with permission, video can support enforcement and fines remain steep for violations.
Urbandale — The Urbandale City Council approved the first reading June 17 of Ordinance 2025-12 to align the city’s fireworks regulations with changes in Iowa state law that specify allowable hours and days for consumer fireworks.
Police Chief Rob (presenting) said the ordinance mirrors state law hours: July 3 (9 a.m.–10 p.m.) and July 4 (9 a.m.–11 p.m.), with a statute that also permits fireworks on Dec. 31 under defined conditions. “We’re mirroring the state law,” the chief said, and staff added a…
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