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West Grey experiencing building boom in 2021

West Grey officials say the community is experiencing a building boom.

The number of building permits issued in the first quarter of 2021 is three times more than what was issued in 2020.

West Grey Chief Building Official, Karl Schipprack, says in addition to the increase in the number of permits issued, the total dollar value has also increased with the values over $12.5 million, compared to $3 million in the same period last year.

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