City of Riverside Comprehensive Plan

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The City of Riverside has partnered with the East Central Iowa Council of Governments (ECICOG) to update its comprehensive plan, last updated in 2013. Comprehensive plans are required for cities in Iowa that have zoning. They provide a long-term vision for the community, goals and objectives to work toward the vision, and continuity for changes in community leadership. Project updates will be shared on this page. The City and ECICOG will conduct outreach in the community to develop a vision for the community over the next ten years. City residents and business owners will have several opportunities to weigh in to help define the vision. The updated plan will provide guidance to City leaders for growth and development that is consistent with the community's vision.

The planning process is estimated to take approximately 12 months. Community members will find project updates and ways to be engaged, including event information input activities, at this site. Community input is critical to ensuring the plan reflects the priorities of residents. We would love to hear from you!


The City of Riverside has partnered with the East Central Iowa Council of Governments (ECICOG) to update its comprehensive plan, last updated in 2013. Comprehensive plans are required for cities in Iowa that have zoning. They provide a long-term vision for the community, goals and objectives to work toward the vision, and continuity for changes in community leadership. Project updates will be shared on this page. The City and ECICOG will conduct outreach in the community to develop a vision for the community over the next ten years. City residents and business owners will have several opportunities to weigh in to help define the vision. The updated plan will provide guidance to City leaders for growth and development that is consistent with the community's vision.

The planning process is estimated to take approximately 12 months. Community members will find project updates and ways to be engaged, including event information input activities, at this site. Community input is critical to ensuring the plan reflects the priorities of residents. We would love to hear from you!


  • The City of Riverside is updating its comprehensive plan to guide its growth and development over the next 10 years. This survey is designed to ensure the plan reflects residents’ vision for the future. More information about the planning process is shared in the Q & A. Please complete the survey by by August 8, 2025. You can also print the survey from the PDF on the project home page and return it to City Hall by the survey close date. Print copies will also be available at City Hall. Each resident of a Riverside household is welcome to respond separately, but please provide only one response per person. Your answers will be kept anonymous. Thank you in advance for your participation!

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  • Let us know what improvements you would most like to see downtown!

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  • Let us know what housing options are needed in Riverside!

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Page last updated: 02 Jul 2025, 01:24 PM