Automate plan review with AI

Reduce permit processing times by up to 90%. Give applicants instant feedback and catch mistakes
before they reach your staff with AI trained on your local ordinances.  

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COMMUNITY VOICE

"GovWell runs our entire permitting process — every building permit, every plan review, every inspection. Everyone gets notified at each step, and that coordination simply didn’t exist before.”

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RICK BARR
BUILDING COMMISSIONER
CLARKSVILLE, IN
22,000 POPULATION
PRODUCT

Faster permitting is finally here

Spend less time on routine checks while delivering clearer,
more consistent feedback and faster approvals.

Give applicants instant feedback

AutoCheck analyzes plan sets and submissions against your local code and generates ready-to-use comments instantly, so reviewers focus on decisions, not repetitive markup.

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Prevent common mistakes and errors

Standardized comments and code references across every reviewer means applicants get clear and consistent feedback and your team never has to worry if something was missed.

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90% faster turnaround times

AutoCheck cuts back-and-forth and catches errors before they cause resubmittals. When submissions are complete, reviews move efficiently and your community gets faster service.

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AI that moves projects forward faster

Reduce review time and accelerate every application, without lowering standards.

WITHOUT AUTOCHECK
Check submission completeness
Manually scan for missing fields and docs

45 min

Read through full plan set
Manual review of all uploaded documents

2.5 hr

Write comments from scratch
Draft each code reference comment

1.5 hr

Conduct back-and-forth with applicant
Follow-up for additional information or resubmittal

2+ hr

Total average review time
6+ hours
WITH AUTOCHECK
AutoCheck scans submission
Flags missing fields and errors automatically

30 sec

Review flagged items only
Focus only on items requiring human judgement

45 min

Review suggested comments
Edit, approve, or discard AI suggestions

30 min

Approve and send
Staff confirms every decision before it goes out

15 min.

Total average review time
~1.5 hours
PLAN REVIEW

AI agents handle the first draft,
you get the final say

AI AutoCheck

Municipal Building Codes - FZC 4.12.060 - Maximum Building Height

The front elevation has a building height of 30.5 feet, which exceeds the maximum allowable height of 30 feet.

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AI AutoCheck

Gotham Building Codes - FBC R311.7.3A - Stairway Consistency

The stair detail specifies tread depths of 10 inches, but the code requires a minimum tread depth of 11 inches.

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AI AutoCheck

Gotham Building Codes - TT208.2 - Foliage Setback

The landscape plan shows trees and shrubs planted within the front yard setback area. Code requires all trees and shrubs to be setback from the property by at least 50 feet in the front.

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Gotham Building Codes - FZC 4.12.030 - Front Yard Setback

The site plan indicates a front yard setback of 42 feet, which is less than the 45 foot minimum requirement for principal structures in the R-SFR district.

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Gotham Building Codes - FZC 4.12.095 - Corner Lot Secondary Front Yard

The site plan indicates a side corner setback of 20 feet, which is less than the minimum required setback of 25 feet for the street-facing side.

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Certification

The application has not been signed. Please provide a signature in the Certification section to certify the application.

General

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Gotham Building Codes - IRC R506.1 - Concrete Floors

The construction details specify a 4-inch concrete slab, but the code requires concrete slab-on-ground floors to be a minimum of 6 inches thick.

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Square footage

The application lists 1,250 total square footage., but the construction plans indicate a total under roof area of 2,379. Please reconcile this discrepancy.

General

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OUR SUPPORT

There when it matters, before and after launch

From implementation through go live and ongoing support, our team works alongside yours to ensure your community sees real results.

Implementation + training

Our team of expert Deployment
Strategists partners with you to
manage timelines and share
best practices throughout
implementation. We provide
hands-on training so staff feel
confident using GovWell prior to
and after go-live.

Data migration

We migrate historical records
into GovWell so you maintain
continuity and start with a
strong foundation.

Live support

We provide real-time support for
staff and your community, with a
typical response time under 60
seconds.

Continuous deployment

Government software should
evolve with your needs.
Configuration updates are
included for free, forever — not
treated as add-ons.

DEMO

Check out AutoCheck

See how AutoCheck helps teams reduce repetitive work, surface issues earlier, and guide community members with clarity and confidence.

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TESTIMONIAL

Join peers cities and counties in
30+ states using GovWell

“I would rather run my face through glass than go through an implementation with a provider other than GovWell."

Brian Burgess
Director of Planning and Development Services
Shelby, NC
Shelby, NC
23,200 Population

“It's clear that this platform was designed with direct input from professionals in the field, and it shows in every detail. GovWell has set a new standard for code enforcement software.”

Roy Wallis
Senior Supervising Code Enforcement Officer
Paradise, CA
Paradise, CA
11,100 Population

“I told city council that processing time for business licenses went from 10 days to under an hour. Their mouths dropped.”

Wanda Moore
Community Development Director
Hampton, GA
Hampton, GA
9,400 Population

“Really feels like a step into the 21st century — into systems that are modern, accessible, and designed for how small municipalities like ours actually work."

Emily Brewer
Senior Planner
Brevard, NC
Brevard, NC
7,900 Population

“Previously, managing the paperwork was a significant hassle, but now applicants can conveniently upload their documents and apply online.”

Robin Morency
City Clerk
Cold Spring, KY
Cold Spring, KY
6,500 Population

“Everything we do is in step with GovWell and their customer service to the applicant has been amazing.”

Ashley Bailey
Former Staff Liaison
Hutto, TX
Hutto, TX
42,700 Population

“A contractor emailed me to share that GovWell was the best software out of all the ones he deals with. That was so great to hear.”

Jennifer Tipton
Zoning Administrator
Black Mountain, NC
Black Mountain, NC
9,100 Population

“If it wasn’t for GovWell, I don’t know if I would still be doing this. My stress level was through the roof before, and within the first week of using it I noticed the difference.”

Dennis Guffey
Code Enforcement Officer
Nederland, TX
Nederland, TX
17,800 Population
FAQS

Frequently
asked questions

01
Does AutoCheck replace plan reviewers?

No. AutoCheck supports reviewers by surfacing potential issues and drafting structured comments. Staff remain fully in control of every decision, edit, and approval.

02
How does AutoCheck understand our local codes?

AutoCheck is configured using your municipality or county’s ordinances, building codes, forms, and review standards so suggestions reflect how your department operates.

03
What type of issues does AutoCheck flag?

AutoCheck can identify missing documentation, inconsistencies across plan sets, and potential misalignment with applicable code references, helping surface routine issues earlier in the process and directing applicants to the right forms and requirements.

04
How much does GovWell cost?

Pricing depends on the modules you need and how you plan to roll out GovWell. We’ll work with you to understand your needs and put together a proposal that makes sense for your team. Our pricing is competitive and designed to deliver long-term value for local governments and the communities they serve.

05
What government staff uses GovWell?

GovWell is used by community development staff who manage permits, planning, licensing, and code enforcement, as well as by the residents and businesses who interact with those services. The platform is designed to support staff in their day-to-day work while making it easier for the public to access services and get answers.

06
How is GovWell different than other tools?

GovWell is built specifically for local government and focuses on supporting both staff and the public. We use AI thoughtfully, only where it adds real value, and pair it with highly configurable workflows that adapt to how your team works. We also provide fast, responsive support and hands-on partnership before and after go-live, so you’re never left to figure things out on your own.

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