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10/19/2026

East Polk County’s industrial future is full of opportunities. 🏭

Join local business leaders, educators, students, community members, and decision-makers at the 2026 East Polk Regional Industrial Forum on Thursday, November 5, from 3–5 p.m. in the Clubhouse at Terrace Hills Golf Course.

Hear what’s happening across our region, explore workforce prospects and challenges, and be part of the conversation about building a stronger talent pipeline for continued industrial growth.

Register by October 26: https://bit.ly/eastpolkindustrialforum

10/14/2026

Altoona added more than $1.2 million in new investment last month. 🏗️

The City issued 7 permits in September: 2 commercial and 5 residential, representing more than 7,871 square feet of development.

See the report and follow Altoona’s continued growth.

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09/16/2026

August brought more than $15 million in commercial and residential investment to Altoona. ⬆️

The City issued 25 permits representing nearly 149,000 square feet of development. Commercial projects led the way with $10.4 million in investment, while residential projects accounted for another $4.6 million.

Take a closer look at August’s permit activity.

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08/12/2026

July development by the numbers in Altoona:

📊 21 total permits issued
📊 $4.62M+ invested
📊 33,000+ square feet of development
📊 5 commercial + 16 residential permits

Investment in new residential and commercial projects continues to add to Altoona’s development landscape.

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07/15/2026

June brought more than $31.5 million in new investment to Altoona. 🏗️

Across 31 permits, commercial projects accounted for $25.1 million in investment, while residential projects added another $6.3 million. Together, these projects represent more than 273,000 square feet of development across the city.

See how Altoona continues to create opportunities for investment and growth.

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07/07/2026

More people are choosing Altoona for a reason. 🏡

Strong neighborhoods, growing career opportunities, great schools, entertainment, parks, trails, shopping, and quick access to Des Moines all come together in one connected community.

See why Altoona continues to stand out as a great place to live, work, and grow: https://bit.ly/4eT1x6E

06/25/2026

Looking for the right place to grow your retail business? Come set up shop here.

Altoona, Iowa, continues to attract strong consumer spending, steady population growth, and millions of visitors each year. Add in high-visibility retail spaces across the city, and you have a market built for success.

Explore available properties and see what’s possible for your business: https://bit.ly/3SGZtXK

06/10/2026

May was a big month for development in Altoona. 📈

The City issued 24 permits in May, representing:

📈 $15.6M+ in total investment
📈 545,000+ square feet of new development
📈 7 commercial permits
📈 17 residential permits

From major commercial projects to new residential growth, investment continues to shape Altoona’s future.

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05/13/2026

April added new investment across Altoona’s residential and commercial sectors:

👉 15 total permits issued
👉 $2.71M+ invested
👉 17,000+ square feet added

From new homes to business activity, development continues to move forward.

Take a closer look at what’s happening in Altoona.

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04/14/2026

📍 73-ACRE, INDUSTRIAL-READY COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: Located at NE 56th Street and NE 62nd Avenue, this 73.354-acre site offers prime data center and industrial land with utility infrastructure already in place.

With major transmission lines on site, a MidAmerican substation across the street, and direct access to I-80, I-35, and Highway 65, this property is positioned for large-scale operations.

Learn more about this available Altoona property.

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