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City of Bedford
Program Summary
FY 2019-2020

Fund: General
Department: Development Division: Inspections

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The mission of the Inspections Division is to oversee plan review and permit issuance to ensure that proposed construction work meets
safety requirements of the code; that the process is performed in the highest professional standards to fulfill the needs of the
community; and to provide exceptional personalized service by providing timely, efficient and thorough building inspections.

The Inspection Division provides permit and inspection services for citizens, property owners, businesses, contractors, and authorized
agents. Permit and inspection services are provided for applicants that intend to make improvements to or change the occupancy of a
building or structure.

FY 2018-2019 HIGHLIGHTS

∗ Received approximately $727,320 in permit fees FY 18-19.
∗ Issued 3,440 building and trade permits for FY 18-19.
∗ Adoption of the International Codes, 2018 Edition.
∗ Performed 74 Multi-Family property maintenance inspections for FY 18-19.
∗ Inspections for larger projects such as Home2 Suites, Residence Inn, Fitness Connection, Texas Health Hospital and Polycoat.
∗ Performed 5,344 building inspections for FY 18-19.
∗ Performed 1,178 plan reviews for FY 18-19.
∗ Issued 104 Certificate of Occupancy permits for new businesses to the City.

FY 2019-2020 DIVISIONAL GOALS
(AS RELATED TO COUNCIL STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS)

Revitalization
∗ Participate in development review committee meetings and provide solutions for business owners to locate in Bedford.
Economic Vitality
∗ Ensure quality and consistent inspections are conducted for commercial, residential, and multi-family properties.

Transformation
∗ Improve and enhance existing inspection services to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the community.

Organizational Excellence
∗ Ensure safe building practices through plan review and inspection process.
Communicate & Engage with Citizens
∗ Assist in providing proper interpretation for building codes, policies, and procedures to contractors and the general public.

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