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Selectmen hold off on permitting software purchase, cite staffing and recurring costs

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After hearing inspectors’ views, the board voted that the feasibility and sustainability of townwide permitting software are not justified now, noting the need for a dedicated administrator and uncertain ongoing costs.

The Board of Selectmen voted Oct. 7 that the town should not proceed at this time with purchasing permitting software for building, plumbing and electrical inspections, following presentations from local inspectors and staff.

Staff reported two broadly different commercial options were presented: a lower-cost product and a…

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