Zoning Inspector

Job Summary: This class is accountable for independently performing inspections, investigations, and a full range of administrative duties to ensure that residential, commercial and other properties comply with zoning and other land use control regulations of the Town and applicable State statutes.

Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Director of Land Use or Assistant Director
of Planning.

Supervision Exercised: May lead technical and clerical staff as assigned.

Examples of Essential Duties:
• Receives and investigates zoning violation complaints, issues notices to violators, follows up to ensure
violations are corrected, may appear in court, as necessary, to support enforcement procedures;
• Carries out site visits to determine compliance with regulations, and follows up if necessary;
• Conducts regular and periodic inspection of properties throughout Town for compliance with zoning
regulations;
• Reviews HVAC Permits, Demolition Permits;
• Provides guidance to the public on land use regulatory matters, including technical advice,
interpretations and determinations;
• May be appointed by the Planning and Zoning Commission as Deputy Zoning Official for the Town:
o In the case of temporary extended absences of the Zoning Official, or if the Zoning Official
position is vacant, the Deputy Zoning Official may serve in the absence of that official, with all
of the duties and powers set forth in section 29(b) of the Town Charter;

Organizes and maintains files on inspection, review and application work;
• Explains options and alternatives to assure compliance with regulations;
• Assists with Zoning Permits where appropriate, as necessary;
• May provide administrative and technical support to the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) and/or
Architectural Review Board (ARB);
• Attends meetings as necessary to provide technical information;
• Prepares interpretive materials of zoning regulations for public information;
• May provide technical support in the site plan review of proposed residential, commercial and other
developments for recommendations to the several land use boards and commissions;
• Assists in the compilation of related planning documents, maps, and records;
• Assists in public information programs to maintain zoning and related standards;
• Participates in ongoing professional education and training, including membership in planning and/or
zoning organizations;
• Performs related duties as required.