Why does it take so long to review my application for improvements?

When Shelby County receives an application for improvements, it is entered into our software system, date stamped and scheduled for plan review by our planning and zoning staff; structural examiner; electrical examiner; and plumbing, gas, and mechanical examiner.  All applications are addressed in the order received.  If your application packet did not contain all required information, each additional submittal is addressed in the same manner as a new submittal: date stamped and scheduled for review.  Keep in mind, at the time of your submittal, there are already existing applications in the queue waiting for examination ahead of your submittal.

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1. How do I apply for an ABC License?
2. What is a setback verification survey?
3. Can I place a manufactured/mobile home on my property?
4. Can I add a second manufactured/mobile home on my property?
5. Can I place a tiny home on my lot?
6. What is a legal lot?
7. What is my property zoned?
8. What is the difference between a plot plan and a setback verification survey?
9. Will I need a setback verification survey with my building permit?
10. Can I split (subdivide) my property?
11. What if I am building in a city?
12. How do I schedule a perc test for my lot?
13. How do I pay for my permit?
14. How do I submit for a building permit?
15. Do I have to be onsite for my inspection?
16. Do I need plans for my building permit application?
17. Why does it take so long to review my application for improvements?
18. Is a sheathing inspection required?
19. Do I need a separate permit for my portion of the customer’s job?
20. Can my inspector look at my job in the morning and return in the afternoon once I have made the required changes?