Recent Posts from The Building Department Team
Revitalize Your Downtown: Practical Steps Cities Can Start Now
By The Building Department Team | Sep 19, 2025 | 2 min. read
If you lead a city, a planning team, or a building department, you know downtown sets the tone for your community. When storefronts sit empty or proje...
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Strengthening Building Inspections in Growing Cities
By The Building Department Team | 3 min. read
Urban Growth Increases Building Inspection Demands As your city grows, projects get larger and more complex. High-rise towers, logistics centers, and ...
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Managing Building Inspections in Rural Areas: Preparing for Big Projects
By The Building Department Team | 3 min. read
Big Projects Can Put Your Building Inspections Under Pressure If your town lands a major factory, warehouse, or data center, it is a sign of growth an...
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Tackling Permit Delays: Strategies for Municipal Efficiency
By The Building Department Team | 3 min. read
Discover practical insights and solutions to overcome permit delays and enhance municipal efficiency. Understanding the Root Causes of Permit Delays A...
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Navigating the End of ARPA Funds: Why SAFEbuilt Partnerships Are Key to City Services
By The Building Department Team | 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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