Any entity intending to set off certain fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Johnson County must obtain a permit from the Board of Supervisors. Displays within the limits of an incorporated municipality are governed by the ordinances of that city, not the Board of Supervisors.

A signed application must be accompanied by: 

  • Evidence of operator certification
  • Diagram of the shoot site
  • Proof of insurance
  • $40 application fee

A hard copy of the signed application with all required attachments should be submitted for consideration by the Board of Supervisors Office at least 14 days before the anticipated display.

Fireworks Resources

Information regarding the rules governing the use of fireworks 

Application for fireworks permit

Fireworks ordinance 03-28-13-01

Pending and Approved Applications

Application for a display on April 8, 2023 from Dustin Lee, WellsLee Foundation, at 3867 James Avenue SW, Iowa City

Date complete application received:  03/13/23
Date of display:  04/08/23  (Rain date:  N/A)
Location of display:  3867 James Avenue SW, Iowa City

Approximate start time:  8:45 p.m.
Approximate end time:  9:30 p.m.

Date application will be discussed by the Board of Supervisors:  03/22/23 work session
Date application will be approved/denied:  03/30/23 formal meeting 
Action taken:  pending 
 

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Application for a display on April 29, 2023 from Andy Neuzil, Stumptown Shooter PGI Safety Class, at 6090 River Junction Road SE, Lone Tree

Date complete application received:  03/10/23
Date of display:  04/29/23  (Rain date:  05/13/23)
Location of display: 6090 River Junction Road SE, Lone Tree

Approximate start time: 8:00 p.m.
Approximate end time:  9:00 p.m.

Date application will be discussed by the Board of Supervisors:  03/22/23 work session
Date application will be approved/denied:  03/30/23 formal meeting 
Action taken:  pending 

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Application for a display on May 20, 2023 from Keith Neuzil at 2812 360th Street SW, Oxford, pending receipt of proof of insurance

Date complete application received:  03/10/23
Date of display:  05/20/23  (Rain date:  05/21/23)
Location of display: 2812 360th Street SW, Oxford

Approximate start time:  8:00 p.m.
Approximate end time:  9:00 p.m.

Date application will be discussed by the Board of Supervisors:  03/22/23 work session
Date application will be approved/denied:  03/30/23 formal meeting 
Action taken:  pending 

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