The Development and Code Services Division provides citizens and developers with a centralized source of detailed and accurate information about planning and zoning, permitting, inspections, and business licensing. The division also enforces the codes of the City of Salisbury and works to improve our community’s quality of life by ensuring that Salisbury is visually appealing, clean, and safe.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES MANAGER
Teresa Barringer
(704) 638-5210 | tbarr@salisburync.gov
As Zoning Administrator, Teresa acts as the steward of the Salisbury Land Development Ordinance. She directs all development and permitting procedures for residential, commercial, special events and special uses, and defends the ordinance in any variance or appeal hearing. In addition to supervising the Development Specialist, Development & Code Services Technician, and Senior Planner, Teresa is also the staff liaison to the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment and Chair of the Technical Review Committee.
Teresa has been with the City since February, 2005. Her service in the Development Services and Salisbury-Rowan Utilities Environmental Services Divisions has provided a broad scope of the development and utility processes. She is a Certified Zoning Official and maintains certifications in Pretreatment Program Specialist Grade 1 and Collections Operator Grade 1.
SENIOR PLANNER
Victoria Bailiff
(704) 638-5212 | Victoria.Bailiff@salisburync.gov
As Senior Planner, Victoria manages the development review process for legislative development proposals. In this capacity, she prepares ordinances and legislation for land use and zoning matters by creating maps and summaries to communicate findings. Victoria coordinates and facilitates neighborhood and community meetings regarding land use planning; assists with developing goals and objectives for neighborhood plans.
Prior to joining the City of Salisbury in April 2022, Victoria worked for the Town of Pittsboro Planning Department for 5 years, and worked for 1 year at the Winston-Salem DOT. She earned a Bachelor’s in History from North Carolina State University, and a Graduate degree in Applied Geography from University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Victoria enjoys NCSU football in her spare time.
SENIOR DEVELOPMENT SERVICES SPECIALIST
Jessica Harper
(704) 638-5219 | jharp@salisburync.gov
As Senior Development Services Specialist, Jessica is the primary point person for all residential zoning review, commercial minor site plan review, interior renovations, and sign plan review. She is the direct supervisor to the Development & Code Services Technician and is responsible for ensuring front office operations, supplies, and workflow. She serves as staff liaison to the Alternate Methods of Design Commission.
Jessica has been with the City in various roles since May, 2007. Her experience includes meter services and wastewater operator with Salisbury-Rowan Utilities. She is a Certified Zoning Official, and holds certifications in Grade 1 Wastewater Operator and Grade B Water Distribution Operator. Jessica earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, majoring in Industrial and Operations Management.
DEVELOPMENT AND CODE SERVICES TECHNICIAN
Jennifer Curlee
(704) 638-5207 | Jennifer.Curlee@salisburync.gov
As Development and Code Technician, Jennifer’s responsibilities include project intake, new water and sewer fees, and fielding code enforcement calls. She also ensures smooth front office operations and workflow.
Prior to joining the City in July, 2022, Jennifer worked for the Rowan County Building Inspection Department for over 9 years. A Salisbury native, she enjoys reading, attending plays at the Meroney and Lee Street Theaters, traveling, cruises, and spending time with her and her husband Scott’s family of two cats.
CODE SERVICES MANAGER
Michael Cotilla
(704) 216-7574 | mcoti@salisburync.gov
Michael enforces the nuisance, minimum housing, and zoning codes of the City of Salisbury with consistency and impartiality.
He maintains a high level of customer service to the public while carrying out his daily duties, working hard to make our community clean and safe.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Michael Buchanan
(704) 216-7572 | michael.buchanan@salisburync.gov
Code Enforcement Officers enforce the nuisance, minimum housing, and zoning codes of the City of Salisbury with consistency and impartiality.
They maintain a high level of customer service to the public while carrying out their daily duties, working hard to make our community clean and safe.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Amy Shepherd
(704) 216-7564 | amy.shepherd@salisburync.gov
As Code Enforcement Officer, Amy consistently and impartially enforces the nuisance and zoning codes of the City of Salisbury. She strives to maintain a high level of customer service to the public while carrying out her daily duties, working hard to make our community clean and safe.
Amy has been with the City since April 2022. She has a wide variety of experience; working as a Zookeeper for 11 years, and a Park Ranger at NC State Park for 8.5 years. In her spare time, Amy enjoys spending time with her family and her dog, as well as antiquing.