# Inside the Building Department | Permits, Projects & Public Safety (S2, 15)

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Podcast: [Orleans: Behind the Scenes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/orleans-behind-the-scenes-6714647)
Published: 2025-08-21T19:00:25+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Orleans Behind the Scenes , we talk with Davis Walters, Building Commissioner for the Town of Orleans. Davis shares how he got into public service, what his team does to keep buildings safe, and how residents and business owners can best navigate the permitting process. Whether you're planning a renovation or just curious about how inspections and building codes work, this episode is packed with helpful insight and advice from the person in charge of making sure it’s all done right. Building Department Page: https://www.town.orleans.ma.us/186/Building

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