The primary responsibility of the Building Department is the enforcement of construction codes relating to building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical work. The enforcement of these codes is carried out to protect the safety and welfare of the public. The City, by enforcing these codes, is acting to assure safe construction. Permits are required for just about any type of alteration, addition and new work. Examples would be renovations, demolitions, roof repairs or replacements, decks, swimming pools, sheds, fences, business signs and awnings, commercial occupancies and other related activities.
Inspectors are part-time.
With the exception of the Building Inspector, our inspectors do not have office hours. All inspection requests are taken by the building clerk and scheduled for the appropriate inspector. Questions are also forwarded to the appropriate inspector. Whenever there is a change of ownership of a business, or a change of occupants, an Occupancy permit is required. It is the responsibility of the property owner or tenant of the property to obtain this permit prior to occupying the building and opening a business.