County issues warning about planning‑permit email scam targeting applicants

Sep 11, 2026

The county administrator warned the public about a scam email impersonating the planning department that asks applicants to wire money; the county advised residents not to respond and to check official county channels.

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During the administrator's report, county staff warned board members and the public about a planning‑permit fraud scheme. The administrator said a scam email is circulating that impersonates the planning department from the address [email protected] and asks applicants to wire money for permits. He urged anyone who receives such a message to ignore it and to consult official county social media and the county website for authentic notices.

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