A bill for an act relating to county zoning of industrial and commercial businesses.

Iowa Senate File 2100 (SF2100) is a proposed law that would prevent counties from enforcing zoning rules that stop small, independently owned industrial or commercial businesses from storing items related to their operations on their own property, as long as certain conditions are met. These conditions include: the business uses a building for storage, has only one location in the county outside city limits, is independently owned and operated, has no more than 30 employees, and owns the property where it operates and stores items.

Supporters of SF2100 argue that the bill would help small businesses by reducing regulatory burdens, allowing them to operate more efficiently and store necessary materials on-site without interference from county zoning laws. This could lead to increased economic activity and job creation in rural areas.

Critics of SF2100 express concern that the bill could undermine local control over land use and zoning, potentially leading to unregulated development that may not align with community planning goals. There are also worries about the environmental and aesthetic impacts of allowing businesses to store materials without county oversight.