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FARMER – Development Applications, Permitting and Inspections

Municipal Development & Building Permit Modernization delivered by GovernmentFrameworks.com

What we have to offer

FARMER Development Applications, Permitting & Inspections provides municipalities with a modern digital platform to manage development permits, building permits, inspections, and compliance tracking.

It replaces paper applications, emails, spreadsheets, and manual processes with a fully digitized workflow that manages the entire permit lifecycle.

FARMER enables municipalities to accept applications online, automate reviews, schedule inspections, collect payments, and maintain a complete digital record of development activity.

What Problem Does
FARMER Development Applications, Permitting & Inspections Solve?

Digitizing the entire development permit and inspection lifecycle.

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Many municipalities still manage development permits and inspections using:
  • Paper permit applications
  • Email submissions
  • Manual tracking spreadsheets
  • Paper inspection records
  • Disconnected payment processes
These inefficiencies often result in:
  • Delays in permit approvals
  • Frustration for developers and residents
  • Significant staff time spent managing paperwork
  • Increased compliance risk
This creates several challenges:
  • Incomplete or missing permit applications
  • Difficulty tracking permit status
  • Staff time spent chasing missing documentation
  • Inspections not being scheduled or recorded properly
  • Permits remaining open for years due to missing final inspections
  • Limited visibility into development activity

FARMER solves these problems by digitizing the entire development permit and inspection lifecycle.

What are the Benefits of FARMER Development Applications, Permitting & Inspections?

Online Permit Applications

Applicants can submit development and building permits online.

Includes:

✅ Development permit applications
✅ Building permits
✅ Business licenses
✅ Supporting documentation uploads
✅ Online payment processing

Benefits:


✅ Reduced counter service workload
✅ Complete application submissions
✅ Faster intake and processing

Automated Application Workflows

Applications are routed automatically to the appropriate departments.

Typical review participants may include:

✅ Planning
✅ Engineering
✅ Fire services
✅ Public works
✅ Finance

Benefits:


✅ Faster review cycles
✅ Clear accountability for approvals
✅ Reduced internal email communication

Digital Permit Tracking

Municipal staff can track the status of every permit.

Benefits:


✅ Full visibility into active permits
✅ Easier monitoring of outstanding requirements
✅ Improved reporting on development activity

Inspection Scheduling & Management

Inspectors can schedule and record inspections digitally.

Includes:

✅ Mobile inspection forms
✅ Photo attachments
✅ Inspection checklists
✅ Automated notifications to applicants

Benefits:

✅ Faster inspection reporting
✅ Accurate inspection history
✅ Reduced paper-based processes

Permit Closure & Compliance

FARMER helps ensure permits are properly closed once projects are completed.

Benefits:

✅ Identification of permits missing final inspections
✅ Automated reminders to applicants
✅ Reduced backlog of open permits
✅ Improved regulatory compliance

Integrations

FARMER Development Applications, Permitting & Inspections integrates with common municipal systems.

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Accounting Systems

Supports integration with systems such as:

  • Microsoft Business Central
  • Vadim iCity
  • Diamond / Great Plains
  • Other municipal financial systems


Benefits:

  • Permit fees automatically recorded
  • Reduced manual financial reconciliation
  • Faster payment processing
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Credit Card Payments

Supports secure online payments for:

  • Development permit applications
  • Building permits
  • Inspection fees
  • Business licenses


Benefits:

  • Immediate payment processing
  • Reduced administrative workload
  • Improved customer experience
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Records Management Systems

FARMER integrates with document and records systems to store permit records securely.

Examples include:

  • Laserfiche
  • SharePoint
  • Other enterprise document systems

Benefits:

  • Automatic filing of permit documents
  • Improved records governance
  • Easier access to historical permits

Delivered by GovernmentFrameworks.com

GovernmentFrameworks.com helps municipalities modernize governance through technology.

Our mission is to:

Improve governance through modern technology and services designed specifically for municipal governments.

GovernmentFrameworks delivers solutions across:

  • Forms and digital services
  • Workflow automation
  • Records management
  • Public service modernization
  • Executive reporting and analytics

GovernmentFrameworks is an approved supplier through Canoe Procurement Canada, allowing municipalities to procure solutions quickly and compliantly.

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