Conduct inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial property within the City of Buffalo, for the purpose of insuring compliance with New York State building codes, Federal regulations, and all applicable City Ordinances (zoning, maintenance, construction, licensing etc.)
Issue and conduct inspections for Certificates of Occupancy for all structures, Certificates of Compliance for all work performed in conjunction with all permits, and Certificates associated with Multiple Dwellings and with Fuel Devices.
Conduct inspections in response to complaints or inquiries from the community and other government agencies.
Conduct inspections for issuance of all Building Permits, Electrical Permits, Plumbing Permits, Fuel Device Permits and/or various licenses.
Issue Notices of Violation and Notices to Repair or to Demolish, to owners or agents of record.
Initiate court actions when warranted, prepare related paperwork and provide liaison for City Court.
Initiate demolition proceedings when warranted, award demolition contracts, and inspect work performed by demolition contractors.