Resolution Approving Tax Abatement Applications for Residential Construction Completed in 2026…
Recorded in the minutes as “Resolution Approving Tax Abatement Applications for Residential Construction Completed in 2026 in Perry, Iowa”. Passed 4–0; Yes: Shelly, Andorf, Mahler, Klein. Abstained: Wolling.
What this means (Abatement): In city government this usually means one of two things: reducing property taxes on new construction for a set number of years, or requiring or arranging the cleanup of a nuisance or unsafe property.
How each member voted
| Official | Vote |
|---|---|
| Joseph Shelly | Yes |
| Jeremy Mahler | Yes |
| Barb Wolling | Abstained |
| John Andorf | Yes |
| Klein (former) | Yes |
More from the record
Recorded in the minutes as: “1. Resolution Approving Tax Abatement Applications for Residential Construction Completed in 2026 in Perry, Iowa. Motion: Moved by Shelly, seconded by Andorf approving the application as presented for residential tax abatement. The purpose of the tax abatement program is to promote new residential construction and renovation in the City of Perry by reducing the amount of property tax homeowners pay on new construction, rehabilitation, and/or major improvements. Citizens wanting to make those improvements must apply to the City Council for tax abatement and be approved by resolution. Approved applications per this resolution will be submitted to the Dallas County Assessor for review for the tax exemption. A list of the current applicant was included with the packet”.
Motion as recorded: “Moved by Shelly, seconded by Andorf approving the application as presented for residential tax abatement. The purpose of the tax abatement program is to promote new residential construction and renovation in the City of Perry by reducing the amount of property tax homeowners pay on new construction, rehabilitation, and/or major improvements. Citizens wanting to make those improvements must apply to the City Council for tax abatement and be approved by resolution. Approved applications per this resolution will be submitted to the Dallas County Assessor for review for the tax exemption. A list of the current applicant was included with the packet”.
Source Full minutes for the whole Apr 20, 2026 meeting, p. 7 (saved copy) · All votes at this meeting