Permitting Talk

Hello-I am asking if there is any indication of when the Sackett Decision will be fully integrated in all of the states. Our company mostly works in Ohio and the Jurisdictional Determinations are...

We're in a pickle! My neighbor is working on an outbuilding for our machinery, but it turns out that we expected him to get the permit, while he thought we had already obtained it. Folks, we're...

Have any permitting staff out there ever received gifts, e.g., from appreciative permittees? How does your office handle this situation? Me and a coworker recently each received anonymous $50...

We are rolling out more permits that will forego the permit review process, but cannot be called an "over the counter" permit, as it will still need to be reviewed for completeness by a permit...

Hello, I am trying to broaden my current understanding of jurisdictional irrigation waters based on the most recent ruling as it pertains to Idaho. I found a memorandum and believe, based on my...

I am an Administrative Specialist from a college town in WA. I perform permitting tech duties, records management, and administrative tasks. I love seeing the topics that come up and learning how...

I'm about to start a temporary stint as supervisor next week. This will be my first time moving from a senior staff-level role to actually overseeing people. Anyone have tips related to managing...

We usually tell our customers 2-3 weeks for the first review. I've heard that is pretty timely compared to some jurisdictions but i'm curious how it is in other jurisdictions because we *still*...

I have received a solar submittal refund. Permit was issued. Our records show no inspections for installation. Applicant is requesting a refund on the submittal. What would be the right way to...

The Minnesota Building Codes GPT incorporates the following: 2012 International Green Construction Code (IGCC) 2012 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) 2020 Illustrated Field Guide to...