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5 Keys to Successful Community Development

5 Keys to Successful Community Development

Homeowners, developers, and contractors all want the same thing — for the development approval process to be fair and predictable. To meet these expec...
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How Do Third-Party School Building Inspections and Plan Reviews Work?

How Do Third-Party School Building Inspections and Plan Reviews Work?

Educational facilities face unique challenges when it comes to development. From unique code requirements to working around school season, development...
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On-Site Construction Permits Expedite Natural Disaster Recovery

On-Site Construction Permits Expedite Natural Disaster Recovery

Natural disasters can strike at any time. Fortunately, there are steps you can take after a disaster to positively impact rebuilding efforts for your ...
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Outsourcing Building Department Services Can Help Overwhelmed Cities

Outsourcing Building Department Services Can Help Overwhelmed Cities

City Managers are champions of running tight-staffed building departments. But no matter how skilled or experienced they are, balancing the demands of...
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Navigating an Increase in Solar Energy Projects in Your Community

Navigating an Increase in Solar Energy Projects in Your Community

As communities increase focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly solutions, the use of solar energy will continue to gain popularity. Acco...
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Municipal Permitting Software: Your Questions, Answered

Municipal Permitting Software: Your Questions, Answered

A permit rarely moves through just one step. Staff may need to review an application, collect fees, track project activity, schedule inspections, and ...
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3 Ways CommunityCore Keeps Permitting Work Moving

3 Ways CommunityCore Keeps Permitting Work Moving

A permit can involve far more than an application. Building department staff may need to manage fees, project details, licensing, and inspection sched...
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