JC announces Joseph Strong as the cities new chief building official

Johnson City announced Monday that Joseph Strong will oversee the Building Services Department’s permitting and inspection services, supervise all city trades inspectors, and lead the plans review process as the cities new chief building official. Strong will also be responsible for inspecting existing buildings, reviewing plans for compliance with city codes and ordinances, and investigating any complaints. Strong has served as a deputy state fire marshal for the past 20 years.