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Scrap Laws for Iowa

Requirements for Iowa:

Payment Restrictions in Effect.

Retain a copy of the drivers license.

Record the customers license plate number and/or vehicle description.

Report vehicle information to NMVTIS.

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Iowa Law Details:

Updated January 2013

***Changes Effective April 19, 2012

State Requirements

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NOTE: Please be aware of your local ordinances. Many cities and counties have additional ordinances that may not be listed here.

***All purchases over the amount of $50 must be made by check or electronic transfer, with the exception of catalytic converters, and then the amount is over $75.

***Keep records, certifications, registrations, etc. on site for 2 years.

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Links to Other Important Information for Iowa Salvage/Recycling

Auto-Parts Salvage/Recycling

� Scrap Tires � An authorized vehicle recycler, as licensed by the Iowa Department of Transportation, may store up to 3,500 passenger tire equivalents. Tires should be sent for recycling or energy recovery as soon as possible.

� Regulations for scrap yards and junkyards � https://www.legis.iowa.gov/DOCS/ACO/IC/LINC/Chapter.714.pdf

� ***http://coolice.legis.iowa.gov/Cool-ICE/default.asp?Category=billinfo&Service=Billbook&frame=1&GA=84&hbill=HF2399

� Environmental Rules for scrap yards - http://www.iowadnr.gov/portals/idnr/uploads/waste/salvageyardsfactsheet.pdf

� Salvage vehicle information - http://search.legis.state.ia.us/nxt/gateway.dll/ar/iac/7610___transportation%20department%20__5b761__5d/4050___chapter%20405%20salvage/_c_7610_4050.xml?f=templates$fn=document-frame.htm$q=%5Bfield%20%20306C.1%5D$x=Advanced$3.0

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