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Michigan Communities respond to governor Snyder's call to reduce costs and operate efficiently
November, 2011
Crain’s Detroit Business published the following opinion column by Mark Miller, Director of Economic Development and Community Development for the City of Troy, on November 28, 2011. Learn more



SAFEBuilt joins forces with Michigan Associations
October, 2011
SAFEbuilt has joined forces with several Michigan associations to advocate for legislation allowing private business to provide contractual building department services. Our October 17, 2011 news release was displayed on 32 national and Michigan media sites, including the following link: http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/10/17/idUS180980+17-Oct-2011+PRN20111017

Legislation Clarifies Ability of Communities to Contract for Building Department Management
October, 2011
Across Michigan, hundreds of cities, villages and townships have for many years used private contractors to enforce their building codes without, it seems, the official authority to do so. A bill introduced this month in Lansing will formally allow that practice. Learn More



SAFEbuilt Included in the 2009 INc. Top 5,000 List
August, 2011—Colorado
SAFEbuilt was recently added to the Inc. Magazine’s Top 5,000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Learn More



Peachtree City Contracts with State's Leading Provider of Building Department Services
May, 2010
Effective May 1, SAFEbuilt Georgia, the State’s leading provider of building department services for public agencies, will provide building plan review and inspection services for Peachtree City, Georgia. David Mundt, based in SAFEbuilt’s Tyrone office, will be the building official for Peachtree City. Learn More

SAFEbuilt Expands in Texas — Dale Jackson Named Building Official
January, 2010
SAFEbuilt is adding an office in Rockwall, Texas. Dale Jackson, formerly with BCCS/C&C Engineering, will be heading up the SAFEbuilt Texas office. Learn More


SAFEbuilt Expands Nationwide Network to Include North & South Carolina
December, 2009—North & South Carolina
SAFEbuilt is adding an office in Shallotte, North Carolina. Jason Walker, the former Director of Planning and Inspections for Holden Beach, will be heading up the SAFEbuilt Carolinas office. Learn More

SAFEbuilt Selected as a 2009 Best Companies to Work for in Colorado
July, 2009—Colorado
SAFEbuilt was recently recognized as one of 34 “Best Companies to Work for in Colorado.” SAFEbuilt will learn about its ranking among the 34 companies at an awards banquet on Friday, July 31. Learn More

Mandatory Carbon Monoxide Detectors: New Building Code Requirements Start July 1
July, 2009—Colorado
As of July 1, 2009, Colorado will require carbon monoxide alarms to be installed in all multi-family units and single-family homes, including mobile and manufactured homes. Learn More

SAFEbuilt Wins Bike to Work Challenge
June, 2009—Colorado
Centerra announces SAFEbuilt as the corporate champion of its 2009 Bike to Work Day Business Challenge. SAFEbuilt had 22% of their employees' bike to work on June 24, making it the Centerra business with the highest participation on Bike to Work Day. Learn More

SAFEbuilt a Finalist for Best Overall Company and Most Innovative Company by the american business awards
June, 2009—Colorado
SAFEbuilt, a leading provider of building department services for public agencies, was recently notified by The American Business Awards that they are a finalist for both the Best Overall Company and the Most Innovative Company categories. Learn More

SAFEbuilt Recognizes Academic Excellence - Scholarship Awarded to Firestone Youth
June, 2009—Colorado
The 2009 Firestone Academic Scholarships for high school seniors were presented at the Firestone Board of Trustees Meeting, Thursday, May 14. Learn More

SAFEbuilt- A Shining Star
March, 2009—Colorado
On March 11, 2009, the SAFEbuilt team was recognized by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce as a “Shinning Star” for its volunteer time and efforts immediately following the tornado that ripped through Windsor, Colorado on May 22, 2008.  Learn More

Founder of SAFEbuilt Honored for Entrepreneurial Spirit
March, 2009—Colorado
Mike McCurdie, owner of SAFEbuilt, was honored with a 2008-2009 “Bravo” award on March 11, 2009.  Surrounded by employees and other nominees and winners, McCurdie accepted the annual recognition sponsored by the Northern Colorado Business Report. Learn More

Cities of Lithonia, Chamblee and Norcross Partner with SAFEbuilt
March, 2009—Georgia
The Cities of Lithonia, Chamblee and Norcross have recently contracted with SAFEbuilt Georgia to provide all building department services for their communities. Services include plan reviews, permit applications and inspections for both residential and commercial projects. Learn More

SAFEbuilt Adds More Washington Client Partners
March, 2009—Washington
The Cities of Mansfield, Grandview and Ellensburg, Washington, have recently contracted with SAFEbuilt to provide all or a portion of their building department needs.  Services include plan reviews, permit applications and inspections for both residential and commercial projects. Learn More

2006 Building Codes Adopted in Louisiana
February, 2009—Louisiana
On February 5, 2009 SAFEbuilt hosted an informational meeting for contractors and citizens in the City of Central to update and answer any questions regarding the 2006 International Codes.  Close to 100 people, including the mayor, city council members, contractors, citizens and key guest speakers attended this successful event. Learn More