Fire Marshal outlines permitting, inspections and life-safety work in Laurel

The City of Laurel's Fire Marshal and Permits & Inspections divisions perform inspections, issue permits and certificates of occupancy, and enforce codes that govern fire and life safety, building standards and rental housing, Director Danny Selby said. Selby described a team of inspectors and administrative staff who handle electrical, building and rental inspections and process permits that tie into economic development and construction review.

"Together these divisions manage and enforce city codes, ordinances, and regulations covering everything from fire and life safety to building standards, property maintenance, rental housing, and construction permits," Selby said. The program introduced Brenda Albert as the permit coordinator responsible for certificates of occupancy and Joselyn Barrera as the administrative assistant who manages rental licensing and scheduling of inspections.