Linn County shared information about how ordinances are handled within the County and its cities. The post explains that the Linn County Board of Supervisors are the elected decision makers for the County, while each city has its own city council. Both the County and cities have separate Planning & Zoning Commissions that operate independently.
The County clarified that its ordinances do not apply within city limits, as cities have their own governing bodies and zoning authority. Residents with questions about issues inside city limits should contact their city government, while the County handles matters in unincorporated areas. A map was provided showing the unincorporated areas in blue and cities in grey…