NCC Land Use has openings for two new team members!
We are seeking applicants for the following two positions:
Plan Examiner: An employee in this class examines prints and plans for construction projects from throughout the County before a building permit is issued to assure that the plans adhere to all New Castle County codes relating to construction. This employee also determines whether or not the proposed construction is a permitted use in the zoning classification and meets all setback requirements. This employee reviews permit applications for completeness and ascertains that all other required outside permits have been obtained prior to issuing the permit. When technical problems are evident in plans, this employee may advise architects, engineers, construction managers, other professionals, or the permittee as to the proper methods and materials to use for meeting code restrictions. This employee must keep abreast of new technical developments and engineered systems in the construction field. When technical problems do arise pertaining to construction, this employee makes field inspections to ascertain compliance with approved plans. This employee works under general supervision.
Planner III: An employee in this class plans, organizes and directs a small staff of employees engaged in activities pertaining to the examination of and recommendations concerning proposed subdivisions, zoning changes, zoning appeals, site plans, social planning, long-range planning studies, etc.; compiling and analyzing research data and performing related activities. An employee in this class works under the general supervision of a superior and exercises considerable judgment and independence in technical planning matters. This is a senior level planning position.
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Solar-Ready Ordinance
Recognizing the importance of our natural environment and the growing climate crisis, large footprint buildings provide a suitable environment for future solar power installation. The recent adoption of Ordinance 22-091 requires new commercial buildings with a foundation footprint of 50,000 square feet or more to be built with basic infrastructure to allow a rooftop solar photovoltaic system to be easily and cost-effectively installed at a future date (i.e., that the rooftop be “solar-ready”). This ordinance applies to commercial buildings for which a permit request is submitted on or after January 1, 2023. Please review our Fact Sheet for additional information related to the Solar-Ready Ordinance.
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A Celebration of African Culture: New Castle County’s 2023 Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration
A Celebration of African Culture, the 2023 Black History Month kick-off celebration will explore the deep roots of African culture through performances, demonstrations, history displays, and food tastings. This event will also feature information tables and merchant vendors. All ages. FREE Learn more here.
Saturday, February 4, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Walnut Street Y, 1000 N Walnut Street, Wilmington
There are also a series of Black History Month events scheduled throughout NCC Libraries. Click here to learn more.