Commissioners approve $31,875 renewal for City Works permitting software

Jefferson County commissioners voted to renew the county's annual City Works plan-and-permitting software contract for $31,875 during their April 5 meeting.

Staff said the system has reduced phone traffic and made it easier for contractors and residents to submit permits online. Commissioners noted positive user reports from residents and one staff member who said two recent building-permit applicants praised the new system’s ease of use.

The board debated outreach and follow-up procedures for enforcement notifications tied to permitting and inspection work, then approved the annual renewal by voice vote. No amendment to the contract amount was proposed during the discussion.

The contract renewal is budgeted as part of the county’s recurring software and IT operations; commissioners did not request additional budget action at the meeting. The renewal will remain on administrative staff’s procurement list for final signatures.