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Navigating the End of ARPA Funds: Why SAFEbuilt Partnerships Are Key to City Services
By The Building Department Team | Mar 4, 2025 | 5 min. read
Since the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds have ended, municipalities across the country have faced a tough challenge: how to maintain essential ...
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Managing Multiple Projects with Limited Resources: A Guide for Rural Communities
By The Building Department Team | 5 min. read
Picture a rural town with a population of 8,500 — let’s call it Pine Ridge — where a small, dedicated team must manage multiple big projects. With jus...
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How To Build Strong Partnerships Between Building Departments and Elected Officials
By The Building Department Team | 4 min. read
In today's complex development landscape, the relationship between building departments and elected officials directly shapes community growth. As pro...
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What To Do With That Empty Municipal Building: A Guide for Rural Communities
By The Building Department Team | 5 min. read
That empty municipal building sitting at the heart of your community tells a story. Maybe it's a former courthouse that served your town for generatio...
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Winterization Ebook - Cold Climate
By The Community Development Team | 1 min. read
Can Your Building Department Weather the Storm? Winter storms can hit hard and fast, catching unprepared building departments off guard. Heavy snow, i...
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Winterization Ebook - Warm Climate
By The Community Development Team | 1 min. read
Winter's Coming: Is Your Building Department Ready? Even in a warmer climate, winter brings unique challenges to building departments. Holiday staff s...
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