A building official is a professional who is responsible for ensuring that all buildings, structures, and other construction projects in a specific jurisdiction comply with local, state, and federal building codes, safety regulations, and zoning laws. They oversee the permit process, inspections, and may issue permits and certifications for completed construction projects. Building officials typically work for local government agencies and may have different job titles such as building inspector, code enforcement officer, plans examiner, or zoning administrator.
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