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Building commissioner outlines permitting backlog, OpenGov rollout and staffing needs
Summary
Building Commissioner Mark Gross reported heavy permit volume, violations and staffing pressure and described an OpenGov permitting system intended to speed applications and deliver inspection results directly to contractors; committee discussed staffing and regionalization options.
Mark Gross, who identified himself as the director of inspectional services and Building Commissioner, told the committee the Building Department’s primary role is public safety and that permitting workload remained high despite COVID restrictions.
"The Building Department's primary role is Public Safety; we protect the lives and property of the residents as well as visitors to the town of Yarmouth," Mark said as he…
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