Paul Perry

As a zoning inspector, also known as a zoning enforcement officer, it comes with responsibilities, including:
Enforcing zoning regulations: Inspecting properties to ensure compliance with zoning codes and maps, and taking action to correct violations.
Educating the public: Explaining zoning ordinances to the public, contractors, architects, and engineers
Processing applications: Reviewing and approving or denying zoning permits, certificates of occupancy, and other applications
Maintaining records: Keeping track of applications, inspections, certificates, and other activities
Preparing reports: Submitting monthly reports to elected officials and planning commissions
Testifying in court: Appearing in court to provide testimony on zoning code violations
Recommending improvements: Making recommendations to improve zoning maps and resolutions
Assisting other departments: Helping other departments with code enforcement, mapping, and GIS
Investigating complaints: Looking into complaints about zoning violations and taking action
Issuing citations: Writing citations for properties that are not in compliance with zoning regulations
Advertising hearings: Promoting public hearings on zoning use applications