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How to get interpretations of regulations, codes, and ordinances.
Updated: Oct 30, 2023
During the development review process it is not uncommon for applicants to have questions about regulations, codes, or ordinances related to their project. If you have questions you should direct them to the staff person conducting your review or their immediate supervisor.
Contact information for a review staff member is typically provided with the “Corrections Report” associated with the review.
Requests for a formal written interpretation of specific UDO provisions can be made by completing the Request for Interpretation Form (pdf). The applicant, and subject property owner if other than the applicant, will be notified in writing of the Zoning Administrator's decision.
Should you find that you have a question pertaining to:
You may contact the following as appropriate:
Seth Langdon, Chief Building Inspector
Steve Berry, Assistant Fire Marshal
To request a field interpretation contact the appropriate trade group supervisor listed below. Field interpretations will be resolved by the next business day.
| Contact | Title | Office Phone | Mobile Phone |
| Fire | |||
| Steve Berry | Fire New Construction Supervisor | 919-996-5972 | 919-796-9731 |
| Inspections | |||
| Seth Langdon | Chief Building Inspector | 919-996-2693 | 919-796-7268 |
| Jim Scerenescko | Chief Electrical Inspector | 919-996-2447 | 984-296-7642 |
| Dick Flowers | Chief Mechanical & Plumbing Inspector | 919-996-2449 | 919-278-6187 |