Community Services

The City of Plainview’s Community Development Department is responsible for the administration of building codes, zoning ordinances and code regulation enforcement.

Committed to providing services with personal attention, detailed information and timely responses to increase public confidence and exceed service expectations, the Department works to enhance development within the City of Plainview. 

Dedicated to delivering personalized service, detailed information, and timely responses, the Department strives to enhance development and surpass service expectations for Plainview residents and businesses.

Staff

The department has 8 employees:

• 1 Director (Assistant City Manager)
• 1 Chief Building Official 
• 1 Building Inspector
• 2 Code Compliance Inspectors 
• 1 Code Compliance/Health Inspector
• 1 Permit Technician
• 1 Community Development Secretary

Responsibilities

Community Service Department responsibilities include:

· Building Inspection

· Code Compliance/Enforcement

· Issue Permits

       Building                                     Fire Suppression

       Electrical                                    Fire Alarm

       Mechanical                                Irrigation Sprinkler System

       Plumbing                                   Alcohol

       Signs                                           Curb Cut

· Zoning Administration/ Variance Requests 

· Floodplain Management 

· Plat Administration

· Zoning Verification Requests

· Provide Staff Assistance for Boards & Commissions

 Building Trades & Fire Code Board of Appeals

 Planning & Zoning Commission

 Zoning Board of Adjustment