The Community Development Specialist plays a crucial role in shaping the Town's physical, economic, and social landscape, ensuring that development is well-planned, sustainable, and aligns with the community's vision and goals. This specialist processes Contractor's license applications, building permit applications, and assists Building Official Dan Reardon with inspections to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations. Upon the completion and safety verification of construction, they issue occupancy permits. Additionally, the specialist enforces local codes and ordinances related to property maintenance, zoning, and land use by investigating complaints, issuing violation notices, and taking corrective actions to resolve issues. Through active engagement with residents, businesses, and other community stakeholders, the department gathers input, addresses concerns, and ensures that development plans meet the community's needs and expectations.