Planning & Development requests training, updated code books and fee review in budget workshop

Jan 7, 2026

Planning & Development requested a comprehensive plan update, increased training funds (about 28% increase) and one-time purchase of up-to-date building code books (staff said current volumes date to 2006). The department estimated $200,000 in building permit revenue and is researching fee schedules across a nine-county region.

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Planning & Development staff told the board they need funding for training, updated code materials and a possible comprehensive plan update to meet certification and enforcement duties.

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