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