The Board's three members are appointed to three-year terms by the County Executive with County Council consent (Code 1957, Art. 2B, sec. 15-104; County Charter, sec. 412).
The Department reviews new construction plans, and inspects rental properties for compliance with the County Rental Housing/Livability Code. Rental tenant grievances can be submitted to the Department, which reviews the compaint, and forwards it to an appropriate County inspector.
Working with numerous boards and agencies to ensure compliance of residents and contractors regarding State and local building and zoning regulations, the Department coordinates inspections of new and altered construction and buildings. Inspections are conducted by private contractors reviewed by the Department, and approved by the County Council.
The Board conducts hearings regarding violations of the County’s electrical code. Cases heard involve appeals of fines, revocation of electrical license or permits, or allegations of practicing without a license. Cases requiring further legal action are heard by the Circuit Court.
Annually, the Board reports to the County Executive and County Council on its activities. Board minutes and records are maintained by the Department of Permits and Inspections.
Seven members comprise the Board, and are appointed by the County Executive with County Council consent to three-year terms (County Code, secs. 191-6 through 191-13).
MECHANICAL CODE [HVAC] BOARD
The Board is appointed by County Executive with County Council consent (County Code, sec. 229-5(c)).
PLUMBING BOARD
Three members constitute the Board. Two are appointed by County Executive with County Council consent to two-year terms. The County Health Officer serves ex officio (County Code, sec. 270-5).
The Mechanical Code Board hears appeals of citations issued by the Department of Permits and Inspections regarding violations of the State mechanical code.
Advising the County Executive and County Council on plumbing-related matters and regulations, the Plumbing Board hears disputes between property owners and the County Plumbing Inspector. Appealed Board rulings are heard by the Circuit Court.
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