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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

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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

Are You Ready To Take Control of Your Development and Permitting Process?

One of our experts can show you how we can streamline your processes saving valuable time and resources for your community. Contact us today.

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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