Building and Development Department

Duties & Responsibilities

The Department of Building and Development is comprised of several divisions that include Minor Planning, Zoning Administration, Building Permitting, and Inspections.  The Building Department also oversees the Short-Term Rental registrations.

All requests for plats, rezoning, conditional use permits, variances, building permits, certificates of occupancy, and other related functions are handled through this department, with related fees being collected by the Utility Billing Department.

The Building Department reviews and approves all building plans in accordance with building codes and the subdivision and zoning ordinances, and inspects residential, commercial, and industrial building activity. Click here for the Development Guide to help you through this process.