New Development in Ottumwa, Iowa
93 development projects are moving through Ottumwa, Iowa's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by civic actions (30), infrastructure (6), commercial (1), institutional/public (1). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-07-26.
Data through July 26, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionOttumwa projects (YTD 2026)
93
Project categories
4
Top type
Civic Actions
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,227,074
Ottumwa development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Civic Actions | 30 |
| Infrastructure | 6 |
| Commercial | 1 |
| Institutional/Public | 1 |
What new projects are filed in Ottumwa right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conveyance of Property at 340 North Marion Street | 340 North Marion Street, Ottumwa, IA | Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Disposition of City Property at 113 East Maple | 113 E Maple, Ottumwa, IA | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Housing Rehabilitation at 107 E. Main Street | 107 East Main Street, Ottumwa, IA | Residential,Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Pickleball Courts at Troeger Park | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Institutional/Public | under review | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Highway 149 Cross Country Sewer Repair | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Infrastructure,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Jefferson Street Bridge Feasibility Study | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Oxbow Lagoon Trail Project | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | recommended for approval | 2026-07-21 | — |
| Disposition of City Property at 340 North Marion Street | 340 North Marion Street, Ottumwa, IA | Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Conveyance of 113 East Maple to Enrique Sanchez | 113 E Maple, Ottumwa, IA | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Disposition of City owned property at 113 E Maple St | 113 E Maple St, Ottumwa, IA | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Conveyance of 113 East Maple | 113 E Maple, Ottumwa, IA | Civic Actions | approved | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Blake's Branch Phase 8 Division 3 Sewer Separation Project Easements | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | recommended for approval | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Blake's Branch, Phase 8, Division 3, Sewer Separation Project | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Infrastructure,Civic Actions | recommended for approval | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Oxbow Lagoon Link Trail | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Civic Actions,Infrastructure | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
| Ottumwa Cemetery Maint. Bldg. and Office Project | Ottumwa, IA (City-level) | Institutional/Public | under review | 2026-07-07 | — |
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Recent Ottumwa projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 7 |
| Recommended for approval | 6 |
| Approved | 2 |
Ottumwa development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Ottumwa, Iowa?
- Boardwalk has indexed 93 development projects in Ottumwa, Iowa year-to-date in 2026, led by civic actions (30). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Ottumwa projects?
- At the planning and zoning stage — typically 12 to 24 months before a building permit or construction bid exists. Each record is captured from the source city council or planning commission packet.
- Which county is Ottumwa in?
- Ottumwa is in Unassigned County, Iowa.