Infrastructure Review Advisory Board

The mission of the Infrastructure Review Advisory Board (IRAB) is to advise the Mayor on topics related to construction and land development in Sioux Falls including fees, regulations, engineering design standards, and construction standards. The IRAB is composed of City staff and local home builders, developers, contractors, engineering consultants, and representatives from utility companies. If you are interested in construction or land development in Sioux Falls and want to get involved, please complete and submit an application for appointment.

Number of Members

7

Special Qualifications

Board members will include a member-at-large; one person and a designated alternate representing Sioux Falls Public Works; Sioux Falls Planning and Building Services; Homebuilders Association of Sioux Falls; Sioux Falls Contractors Association; local engineering consultants; and local utility companies.

Residency/Registered Voter Requirement

Must be a resident and registered voter of Sioux Falls.

Summary of Duties

Advises the Mayor regarding fees and regulations relating to engineering design standards, subdivision and infrastructure construction requirements, excavation and grading, and subdivisions with the intent of recommending the elimination of unnecessary regulations and the adoption of only those regulations necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Sioux Falls.

Liaison:
Kurt Peppel
Asst City Engineer
Public Works/Engineering Department
City Hall, First Floor
224 West Ninth Street
P.O. Box 7402
Sioux Falls, SD 57117-7402 
605-367-8601

Membership

Infrastructure Review Advisory Board Membership

Members Alternatives
Andy Berg
Public Works Kurt Peppel
Kevin Smith
Planning & Bldg Svcs
Jason Bieber
Brian Jackson
Homebuilders Association
Preston Mettler
Chris Lidel
Contractors Association
Amy Parlet
Craig Lauritzen
Engr. Consultants
Ben White
Jay Buchholz
Local Utility Co.
Paul Mantz
Scott VanderMuelen
Member at Large
Vacant

Second Term *

 

Duties

Duties of the Infrastructure Review Advisory Board

The board shall advise the mayor regarding fees and regulations relating to engineering design standards, subdivision and infrastructure construction requirements, excavation and grading, and subdivisions with the intent of recommending the elimination of unnecessary regulations and the adoption of only those regulations necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Sioux Falls.

Board Resolution