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Cheyenne building department credits staffing, certification for large projects and steady permit revenue
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City officials said investment in certified inspectors and competitive pay helped Cheyenne win large projects; the department forecasts $2.5–3.5 million in typical annual building revenue while one-time projects can spike receipts.
Director Eric Fountain told the council the building division’s staffing and certifications have positioned Cheyenne to handle large developments, including data centers and thousand‑acre projects.
Fountain said inspectors hold master‑level certifications and described the department as “the gold standard applied by large data center projects,” noting the city acts as the authority having jurisdiction for code enforcement. He said staffing increases have supported the work: the Compliance Department totals 38.5 positions (38 full‑time…
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