Welcome to the City of Chariton's official website! We are excited to use this site to communicate online with our citizens, businesses, and visitors At the City of Chariton, we strive to provide up-to-date information on services that enhance your quality of life. We will continue to expand the content and enhance the visual aspect of the site and welcome any feedback from visitors.      We are excited to share our Master Plan for the Yocom Park with you!! For more details and to view the full plan, visit Link to Yocom Park Master Plan  Thank you for being a part of this exciting transformation!     Rental Inspection Program - Starts on July 1, 2023  The City of Chariton has implemented a rental inspection program, which will start on July 1, 2023. All rental properties will need to register, and inspections will occur on properties in the city limits. For information on the rental inspection program, please visit our website.   City of Chariton's Urban Revitalization Plan   The Chariton Urban Revitalization Plan is intended to encourage development, redevelopment, and revitalization in the corporate city limits of Chariton. For more details, a copy of the plan, and tax abatement request forms, area available here.      Operations and Services for Chariton Water DepartmentThe Chariton Water Department office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm.   Water payments may be made by dropping them through the payment box at the water office, payments may be mailed to PO box 866, Chariton Iowa, 50049. The Chariton Water Department has a new website at www.charitonwater.com. Payments can be made on the website.     Lucas County Resources Guide  A Lucas County Resources to important information for residents in Lucas County, Created by Lucas County Health Center.   Applications are now being accepted for Boards and Commissions