11/27/12 - The Livingston County Building Department could be getting some extra help this spring to deal with steadily-increasing demand. Last night the county's Public Safety and Infrastructure & Development committees approved Building Official Jim Rowellâs request to hire several new staff members, including building inspectors. Rowell says the building department is receiving 36% more business than it did this time last year, placing it at 2007 levels. However, in 2007 the department had 20 full-time employees whereas today it has only 11. The resolution approved by the committees last night approved the creation of positions for two full-time building inspectors, one full-time administrative aide, and two part-time electrical and mechanical inspectors. Rowell tells WHMI that the additional staffing will not cost the taxpayers any additional money since the Building Department is self-funded and the increased demand will provide the needed revenue. If the full County Board of Commissioners approves hiring the new employees, Rowell expects the positions to be filled in time for the spring rush. (TD)
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