Recent content by Debbie R

I'm really glad I found this thread. This information is very helpful for the difficult process of transitioning from paper to electronic permitting. Thank you to John & Emily for sharing their insight.

I would be interested in hearing how building departments handle the gas & electric permits for home generator work. We have so many that are not being done by the same companies and therefore the permits are not finaled out at the same time. We are trying to require that they are, but keeping...

Once that particular inspecton fails 2x we require a $40 fee prior to going out for another inspection.

Just received information on Civic Review Permitting Software. Does anyone have any experience with this software? I have never heard of this one and do not want to waste valuable time or bother my supervisors with something that is not tried and true.

I feel the same way. I am the only Permit Tech and am also the Administration Department's front desk clerk. I get ALL walkins and most phone calls as well as all permitting work. Our Building Official does the plan review and all inspections, fairly often also covering for other counties who...

Residential Building Permits are typically ready within a week if everything is handed in at the beginning of the process when the Health Permits are ready. Trade Permits can be ready within a day or two if forms are complete or even issued at the counter if they come in person and we're not too...