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Division / Program: Building Permits and Codes Or�anizational Responsibility: Community Development Director Division / Program Description The Code Enforcement Program ensures public safety and health standards related to building construction and land use, are maintained for the general welfare of the community. This provides a safer community for a11 citizens through proper construction methods and provides for enhanced neighborhood livability and property values. The City expects to maintain a high level of public-encouraged redevelopment and construction in 2005 through the various housing programs, business redevelopment, and residential remodeling/improvements. The Program's activities are accounted for in the Community Development Fund. 2005 Goals and Objectives • Provide residents and contractors with prompt, responsive permit issuance and inspection services. • Supply informational assistance to residents on home improvement and land use issues. • Significantly reduce the number of land use violations visible from the public way, through education and cooperation. • Increase the efficiency of office/field operations and in field data recording. • Continue to install and efficiently use the new Permit Works software �� 2005 � Increase % Incr. Budget Category Actual Actual Budget (decrease) (decr.) Personnel Services $329,375 $353,591 $372,900 $397,700 $24,800 6.7 % Supplies & Materials 5,319 4,909 5,260 5,260 ' 0•0 % Other Services & Charges 97,860 115,340 119,055 123,530 4,475 3.8 % Capital Outlay 28,056 5,279 - _ ` 0.0 % Total $460,610 $479,119 $497,215 � �� 9,�� .� °o 2002 2003 2004 2005 Human Resource Allocation Actual Actual ��'�� $ud et Full-Time Equivalent Positions 5.90 5.90 6.00 s.QQ 2005 Budget Impact Items • Personnel costs include 3.0% COLA on wages, 10% increase in health/dental premiums and continued training costs as required by the State. 200312004 Achievements • Performed an average of 7,800 inspections and issued 1,600 permits totaling an average of $55 million in new value. � Improved Insurance Service Organization Building Code rating from "5" to "4". • Increased on-line capabilities, changes to database software, and improved the qualir� of hand-out materials and web displays. • Reviewed over 425 complaint cases and resolved 100% of those cases. • Began the installation process of Permit Works.