Douglas · 2025-05
Douglas permit value jumps $4.9M on four fewer permits
Douglas pulled nine permits in May worth $4.9 million, a 2,638% jump in value despite four fewer permits than April. Six of those were express-program permits. The spike in dollar value isn't explained by the top categories (express and renovation work), so it's likely one big-ticket project. Crime reports climbed 23%, with violent incidents up from 65 to 79. Service requests dropped by 38%—abandoned vehicles led the list at 30, followed by traffic signal complaints at 28. No new business licenses or closures were logged.
By the numbers
| Building permits | 9 |
|---|---|
| Declared construction value | $4,919,800 |
| New business licenses | 3 |
| Business closings (proxy) | 0 |
| 311 service requests | 305 |
| Reported crimes | 266 |
| Violent crimes | 79 |
| Failed food inspections | 1 |
New businesses
- GYMFA CORP. (Pop-Up Retail User)
- JB'S SEWER AND PLUMBING SERVICES (Regulated Business License)
- CANDO Corporation (Regulated Business License)
Top permit types
- PERMIT – EXPRESS PERMIT PROGRAM — 6
- PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION — 3
Top 311 request types
- Abandoned Vehicle Complaint — 30
- Traffic Signal Out Complaint — 28
- Tree Trim Request (NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED) — 26
- 311 INFORMATION ONLY CALL — 23
- Street Light Out Complaint — 22