Iowa Administrative Code Agency 561 - Natural Resources Department
Iowa Administrative Code (IAC) – Agency 561: Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Agency 561 of the Iowa Administrative Code contains rules promulgated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The DNR is the lead agency responsible for managing Iowa’s natural resources, including land, water, air, and wildlife. This agency administers environmental protection, parks and recreation, conservation programs, and more.
🔍 Purpose of Agency 561 Rules:
These rules implement policies authorized by the Iowa Code to:
Conserve and enhance natural resources
Protect public health and the environment
Manage public lands and waters
Regulate environmental permitting and compliance
📘 Major Chapters Under IAC Agency 561:
While chapters may be updated or expanded over time, here are key chapters commonly found under Agency 561:
Chapter 1 – Organization and Procedures
Structure and contact procedures of the DNR.
Public participation and rulemaking process.
Chapter 3 – Petition for Rulemaking
How individuals or entities may request the DNR to create or modify a rule.
Chapter 5 – Fair Information Practices
Rules about access to public records and personal data privacy.
Chapter 7 – Contested Cases
Administrative procedures for appealing DNR decisions (e.g., permit denials or enforcement actions).
Chapter 9 – Environmental Protection Commission
Describes the commission’s role in adopting environmental rules and policies.
Chapter 10 – Public Lands and Waters
Regulates the lease, sale, and use of state-owned lands and water bodies.
Includes floodplain and shoreline protection.
Chapter 13 – Disposal of Public Lands
Procedures and requirements for selling or transferring state-owned land.
Chapter 17 – Dam Safety and Construction
Requirements for design, construction, maintenance, and inspection of dams.
Chapter 20+ – Parks, Recreation Areas, and Trails
Usage rules for state parks, campgrounds, and recreational facilities.
Chapter 100+ – Administrative Penalties and Enforcement
Describes civil penalties, enforcement procedures, and compliance requirements for environmental violations.
🛠 Related Agencies (within DNR structure):
Environmental Protection Division (air, water, and waste)
Conservation and Recreation Division (wildlife, parks, forestry)
Field Services Bureau (regional operations, inspections)
🔗 Where to Access IAC Agency 561:
You can view the full text of Agency 561 rules via the Iowa Legislature’s website for Administrative Code and navigate to “Agency 561 – Natural Resources Department.”
RELATED Blog
0 comments