261—303.2(15) Definitions.
“Authority” means the Iowa economic development authority.
“Certified cultural and entertainment district” means a cultural and entertainment district that has been certified by the authority pursuant to these rules. A certified cultural and entertainment district must be a well-defined, compact, contiguous geographic area that includes both residential and commercial property and a high concentration of cultural facilities. Only certified cultural and entertainment districts are eligible for the incentives set forth in these rules.
“Cultural and entertainment district” means a well-recognized, labeled, compact mixed-use area in which a high concentration of cultural facilities serves as the anchor.
“Cultural facilities” are physical and cultural assets that play a vital role in the life and development of the community and contribute to the public through interpretive, educational, and recreational uses, including but not limited to museums, libraries, performance halls, studios, galleries, arts-related retail shops, music or media production houses, arboreta, and artist live/work spaces.
“Director” means the director of the authority.
[Editorial change: IAC Supplement 11/1/23]