Building Department Basics

[BDB-BFCA]

Type: Instructor Led Classroom Training

Location: On-Site at BFCA

Time: 8:45 AM - 4 PM CST

Description:    A -two day (1.2 CEU) course detailing the basic functions and typical procedures of a building department are outlined; and types of regulations, including zoning, planning, building codes, and local ordinances are presented. This class will assist in developing skills needed to process citizen requests, plan submittals, and over-the-counter permits. Whether you are experienced technical staff, a new inspector, or non-technical support staff, the 2-day Understanding Building Department Basics© course is essential for efficient operation of your department. The person who has first contact with the public and initiates the municipal permit process is critical to a project’s success. In assisting a citizen, contractor, developer, or architect, it is important that the building department staff understand the many functions of the building department. 

Learning Objectives: Students successfully completing Building Department Basics will:

• Discuss and examine the role of the person who has the first contact with the public, whether it be experienced technical staff, a new inspector or non-technical support staff.

• Review and define the projects and responsibilities of the building department staff

• Create and interpret an outline of the basic functions of the building dept., typical procedures and knowledge to process citizen requests, plan submittals and over-the-counter permits