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| ***OUR MISSION*** |
| The Department of Building Safety is dedicated to safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare through affordability, structural strength, means of egress facilities, sanitation, light and ventilation, energy conservation and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment and to provide safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations. |
| ***IT IS OUR VISION*** |
| That we will be a leader in public safety, health and general welfare, to enhance the quality of life in our jurisdiction. |
The Department of Building Safety strives for pro-active enforcement of all national codes, State regulations, and City ordinances as adopted through NH State Statutes and mandated by City Zoning and Building regulations. The following outlines areas of responsibility:
-License, inspect and regulate food service establishments for compliance with the State of NH rules for safe food handling for the protection of the public
-Assist the Rochester Fire Department with the inspection and licensing of places of assembly
-Investigate all other citizen complaints under which the Department of Building Safety has authority
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