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POSTED: Sunday, Mar. 30, 2008

Sam Ryan, assistant director at Whatcom County Planning and Development Services

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Name: Sam Ryan.

Age: 60.

Job: Assistant director and building official at Whatcom County Planning and Development Services.

How long: 29 years.

Background: Graduated from Western Washington University in 1971 with a degree in French and elementary education.

"I've been very lucky to be able to grow with the county. I started at the front counter (at the planning department) and I've been able to grow from there."

Most frequent question: "It's my property; why can't I do this?"

Most unusual question: "Do I need a permit for a yurt?" (By the way, she says yes, you do.)

Tip: "Do your homework first. There are a lot of regulations. I can't emphasize that enough."

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