The Building Division is committed to serving existing and new residents with comprehensive enforcement of building, plumbing, mechanical and fire and life safety codes of the State of Oregon. This division ensures that commercial and industrial buildings, residential dwellings, and public buildings such as schools and government buildings are constructed in conformance with all regulatory codes to ensure the continued safety and well-being of all members of the community. Fees were adjusted to reflect current State of Oregon valuation data and forms revised in accordance with establishment of the Tri-County Builders Board.

PAST GOALS

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Continue archiving of the building files in the electronic records system.

Archiving of residential permits is partially complete. Commercial permit archiving has not been started due to current staff workloads.

Continue to respond to calls for inspection within 24 hours.

This goal has been met.

Continue to meet plan review turnaround of 10 working days for residential permits and thirty days for commercial permits.

This goal has been met.

	Continue archiving of the building files in the electronic records system.
	Continue to provide high quality service with quick turnaround.

BUDGET NOTES
The Building Department is carrying over a contingency account as a buffer against the inevitable slowdown in construction activity. The negative net balance reflects an estimated $25,000 per year in general fund support services to the Building Department (accounting, payroll, legal services, insurance, space costs, etc.).

Position

2005-07 Budget

2007-09 Budget