Accela Automation provides a centralized database for tracking and managing permitting and licensing activities, eliminating the disparate databases previously maintained by the city. Staff will use the application to automate permitting, inspections, workflow, contractor licenses, construction plan reviews, and other critical functions.
The system is deployed for over 60 application types of permits including building, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, and other construction related permits. The city currently issues 40,000-45,000 permits annually.
The City is excited to have Accela Automation completed and implemented for our primary office processes. This Web-based system is fully integrated, so it offers flexible solutions that are streamlining the daily functions and duties of our staff, states Susan Kelley, superintendent of the Omaha Planning Department’s Permits & Inspections Division.
The next phase of the project involves implementing and deploying Accela Wireless for mobile inspection management, followed by the implementation of GIS functionality. The citizen access phase is scheduled for deployment in autumn 2006.
