Building Safety
Triple Milestone: Cheers to 40 Years of Service
It’s noteworthy when an employee reaches 40 years of public service. It’s remarkable when three employees in the same division celebrate the milestone together....
Avoid Scams After Disaster Strikes: Seek Licensed Contractor
Navigating the aftermath of a hurricane can be a lengthy and emotional process that includes evaluating damages and potential reconstruction. Unfortunately, during these challenging...
Orange County Government Division of Building Safety Hosts Building Safety Month Featuring Education and Events
Orange County Government takes a proactive stance toward building safety with a series of events and educational initiatives to celebrate Building Safety Month. Now...
Orange County’s “Dream Builders”: First-ever Conference Celebrates Team 400
Orange County issues roughly 81,000 vertical building permits a year — including projects small in scope, like a 150-square-foot addition to a single-family home,...
Buyer Beware: The Importance of Hiring Licensed Contractors and Avoiding Unpermitted Work
During the recovery period from a major storm, reports of unlicensed building activity and unpermitted work generally increase. Don’t fall victim to individuals that may...
Scam Alert: The Importance of Hiring Licensed Contractors
Unsuspecting consumers can be easy prey for unlicensed contractors, whose bids almost invariably come in lower than bids from licensed contractors. The strong appeal...
Orange County Spreads Awareness During Building Safety Month
Building Safety Month is an international campaign (supported by the International Code Council) that takes place in May to raise awareness about building code...
Division of Building Safety Training Program Helps Homebuilders Pass More Inspections
Thanks to a program called “Project Superintendent,” Orange County’s Division of Building Safety is offering training opportunities for those who want to learn more...
Orange County’s Division of Building Safety’s Economic Incentive has Reduced Permit Costs and Spurred Activity During Pandemic
In May 2020, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings challenged County staff to work with the development community to find out what type of...