Code Enforcement
The Code Enforcement department is staffed by a part-time State Certified Code Enforcement Officer/Licensed Plumbing Inspector (CEO/LPI). The department is responsible for enforcement of all land use violations and administration of Land Use Ordinances and permitting. The department provides staff support for the Planning and Appeals Boards. The department is responsible for building construction and plan review in accordance with the International Building Codes 2006 and Life Safety Codes. The Land Use Ordinance provides for permitting and approval of most projects by the CEO which eliminates site plan review by the Planning Board.
The Town has made a very conscious effort to update land use codes and ordinances to facilitate and encourage economic development. The permitting process has been streamlined and is performance based to reduce approval time for applicants by allowing the CEO to permit within 24 hours, approved uses in a particular zone.
- Comprehensive Plan (2009), approved by State Planning Office as meeting state Growth Management Plan.
- Land Use Ordinance (1996), Revised to create additional commercial zones and commercial uses. This is the zoning ordinance regulating uses in the different zones and is written to allow flexibility in interpretation. Includes zone locations and approved uses in individual zones.
- Shoreland Zoning Ordinance (1989), This ordinance regulates all uses within 250 feet of a water body.
- Flood Plain Ordinance, (1989), regulates uses and construction methods within the 100 year flood plain.
- Subdivision Ordinance. (1994). provides standards for the division of land and some buildings. Also regulates road construction, utilities and lot sizes.
- State of Maine Plumbing Code, this code regulates the use and installation of plumbing and sub-surface waste disposal. Is administered and enforced by the municipal licensed plumbing inspector.
- State of Maine Electrical Code.
Building Codes are the following:
- International Building Code 2006
- International Residential Code 2006
- International Property Maintenance Code 2006
TOWN OF NEWPORT
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER NEEDED- PART TIME
The Town of Newport is currently seeking a candidate for a regular part-time, 16 hours per week, Code Enforcement Officer/Local Plumbing Inspector/Health Officer. The successful candidate must be willing to meet all State of Maine requirements as CEO/LPI/Health Officer within one year.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviews all plans submitted with building permit applications and issues building permits in accordance with the established timetable and processes to ensure that all plans are in compliance with the appropriate municipal, state and federal ordinances and regulations. Inspects buildings and other structures for structural safety, fire safety, sanitation along with other standards and requirements according to established inspection procedures. Initiates and enforces rules and regulations and initiates legal action in relation to the enforcement of the municipal codes and ordinances. Enforces the State Shoreland Zoning laws in accordance with the procedures contained therein. Keeps a complete record of all essential transactions of the office, including but not limited to, applications submitted, permits granted or denied, variances granted or denied, revocations actions, revocations of permits, appeals, court actions, violations investigated, violations found, and fees collected. Responsible for the promptness and accuracy of placement of all pertinent records and files. Analyzes municipal codes and zoning ordinances and makes suggestions to the Planning Board to ensure that codes and ordinances are maintained in a current manner. Attends all meetings of the Planning Board/Zoning Board of Appeals and provides information concerning cases which are presented upon request of the Boards to assist in making decisions. Actively promotes business development according to the Newport Comprehensive Plan and the goals of the Planning Board and Town Government. Investigates complaints of alleged violations of local land use laws and negotiates compliance agreement and attends court hearings as necessary.
Please forward a cover letter and resume to:
Town of Newport
Attn: James Ricker
23 Water St.
Newport, ME 04953
This position will remain open until a qualified candidate has been found. The Town of Newport is an equal opportunity employer.