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Thomas Bolton

Savannah,GA

Summary

Dynamic zoning compliance professional with extensive experience at the City of Savannah, adept at interpreting complex zoning ordinances and building codes. Proven ability to enhance public relations and streamline permitting processes, ensuring compliance and fostering community trust. Skilled in construction techniques and effective communication, driving successful project outcomes.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Zoning Compliance Coordinator

City Of Savannah
05.2022 - 01.2025
  • Reviews site plans to determine compliance with City Zoning ordinance requirements and development standards.
  • Enforces City Code related to land use, development standards, building, life safety, fire safety issues as well as Federal and State regulations when issuing permits.
  • Answers questions from the public about the site plan review process, permitting processes, variance process, and ordinance.
  • Provides land use and development standards code interpretations to architects, engineers, contractors, and citizens and other city departments.
  • Prepares zoning confirmation letters and zoning information requests.
  • Assesses, invoices, and coordinates the collect of the development impact fees when reviewing building permits. Supports the Planning Manager by preparing individual assessments as provided in the Development Impact Fee Ordinance.
  • Attends meetings about upcoming developments with engineers, architects, property owners, contractors and developers.
  • Serves as City representative for the Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board and Historic Preservation Commission meetings.
  • Coordinates with other City departments to address issues related to land use and development standards, building, life safety and fire safety code compliance.
  • Researches and compose variance reports for the Board of Zoning Appeals.
  • Compiles a list of all site plans reviewed for the month for the month end report.
  • Conducts field inspections as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Provided training to employees on essential compliance topics, increasing overall awareness and understanding.

Zoning Plans Examiner

City Of Savannah
03.2012 - 05.2022
  • Reviews site plans to determine compliance with City Zoning ordinance requirements and development standards.
  • Enforces City Code related to land use, development standards, building, life safety, fire safety issues as well as Federal and State regulations when issuing permits.
  • Answers questions from the public about the site plan review process, permitting processes, variance process, and ordinance.
  • Provides land use and development standards code interpretations to architects, engineers, contractors, and citizens and other city departments.
  • Prepares zoning confirmation letters and zoning information requests.
  • Attends meetings about upcoming developments with engineers, architects, property owners, contractors and developers.
  • Serves as City representative for the Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board and Historic Preservation Commission meetings.
  • Coordinates with other City departments to address issues related to land use and development standards, building, life safety and fire safety code compliance.
  • Researches and compose variance reports for the Board of Zoning Appeals.
  • Compiles a list of all site plans reviewed for the month for the month end report.
  • Conducts field inspections as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Building Plans Examiner

City Of Savannah
08.2006 - 03.2012
  • Reviews building plans to ensure compliance with minimum code requirements for building, fire, accessibility codes, ordinances and standards, building heights and sizes, structural integrity of buildings and building valuation.
  • Reviews and studies current and proposed building codes to become familiar with their use and application. Conducts building construction verifications with contractors, appraisers, engineers, real estate agents, corporations, developers, or other interested parties.
  • Responds to inquiries regarding code verifications and requirements; provides information on status of submitted plan reviews.
  • Reviews demolition permits for compliance with state and local ordinances.
  • Reviews sign permits for compliance with the building code.
  • Maintains computer databases for tracking of plan routing process.
  • Conducts meetings to provide guidance for the development of future projects and for change of building occupancy.
  • Assists public with optional construction methods and materials.
  • Authorizes extensions on building permits or reactivation of expired permits.
  • Assists code enforcement division, less experienced plan reviewers, and field inspectors with specific code questions to determine compliance.
  • Assists management staff and city departments by researching code information; conducts field inspections.

Owner

Homework Construction Services
10.1987 - 10.2006
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Armstrong State
Savannah, GA

Skills

  • Knowledge of the Zoning Ordinance
  • Knowledge of the International Building Code Council to include International Residential Code and International Building Code
  • Knowledge of the City of Savannah Preservation Ordinances
  • Knowledge of City of Savannah Site Plan Review process and requirements
  • Knowledge of the City of Savannah Subdivision process requirements
  • Knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and practices and ability to read and interpret construction drawings
  • Knowledge of the City’s Development Impact Fee Ordinance and Georgia Development Impact Fee Act
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices to support implementation of Impact Fee Ordinance
  • Knowledge of the tools and techniques used in plan review and inspections
  • Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures
  • Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work
  • Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment
  • Skill in public and interpersonal relations
  • Skill in oral and written communication

Certification

ICC Residential Building Inspector B1

ICC Commerical Building Inspector B2

ICC Commerical Building Plans Examiner

ICC Zoning Inspector

Timeline

Zoning Compliance Coordinator

City Of Savannah
05.2022 - 01.2025

Zoning Plans Examiner

City Of Savannah
03.2012 - 05.2022

Building Plans Examiner

City Of Savannah
08.2006 - 03.2012

Owner

Homework Construction Services
10.1987 - 10.2006

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Armstrong State

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