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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