8A.376 - CAPITOL COMPLEX PROJECTS.
8A.376 CAPITOL COMPLEX PROJECTS.
1. All capital projects on the capitol complex shall be planned,
approved, and funded only after considering the guiding principles
enunciated in any capitol complex master plan adopted by the
commission on or after January 1, 2000. At a minimum, the extent to
which the proposed capital project does all of the following shall be
considered:
a. Preserves and enhances the dignity, beauty, and
architectural integrity of the capitol building, other state office
buildings, and the capitol grounds.
b. Protects and enhances the public open spaces on the
capitol complex when deemed necessary for public use and enjoyment.
c. Protects the most scenic public views to and from the
capitol building.
d. Recognizes the diversity of adjacent neighborhoods and
reinforces the connection of the capitol complex to its neighbors and
the city of Des Moines.
e. Accommodates pedestrian and motorized traffic that
achieves appropriate public accessibility.
2. This section applies only to projects for which a construction
site was not determined prior to May 11, 2000. Section History: Recent Form
2000 Acts, ch 1225, §34, 39
C2001, §18A.6
2007 Acts, ch 115, §15
CS2007, §8A.376
2008 Acts, ch 1032, §201