A modern web application built with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) for streamlined government permit applications and tracking.
This application provides citizens with an intuitive interface to:
- Apply for various types of permits (building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical)
- Track application status in real-time
- View application history and dashboard
- Access required forms and documentation
- Built with USWDS 3.7.1 for accessibility and consistency
- Section 508 compliant
- Mobile-responsive design
- Clear information hierarchy
- Multi-step application forms
- Document upload functionality
- Real-time form validation
- Draft saving capability
- User dashboard with application statistics
- Real-time status updates
- Application timeline visualization
- Search functionality for tracking permits
- Secure user authentication
- Role-based access (citizens, staff, administrators)
- Application history tracking
graph TB
subgraph "Frontend Layer"
A[HTML/CSS/JS<br/>USWDS Components]
B[Responsive Design<br/>Mobile/Desktop]
C[Accessibility Features<br/>Section 508 Compliant]
end
subgraph "Application Layer"
D[Permit Application Forms]
E[Status Tracking System]
F[Document Management]
G[User Dashboard]
H[Notification System]
end
subgraph "Business Logic Layer"
I[Application Processing]
J[Workflow Management]
K[Validation Engine]
L[Fee Calculation]
M[Review Assignment]
end
subgraph "Data Layer"
N[(User Database)]
O[(Permit Applications)]
P[(Document Storage)]
Q[(Configuration Data)]
R[(Audit Logs)]
end
subgraph "Integration Layer"
S[Payment Gateway]
T[Email Service]
U[GIS System]
V[Code Compliance DB]
end
subgraph "External Systems"
W[Tax Assessor Database]
X[Building Code Database]
Y[Contractor License Verification]
Z[Property Records]
end
A --> D
B --> E
C --> F
D --> I
E --> J
F --> K
G --> L
H --> M
I --> N
J --> O
K --> P
L --> Q
M --> R
I --> S
J --> T
K --> U
L --> V
U --> W
V --> X
M --> Y
K --> Z
classDef frontend fill:#e1f5fe
classDef application fill:#f3e5f5
classDef business fill:#e8f5e8
classDef data fill:#fff3e0
classDef integration fill:#fce4ec
classDef external fill:#f1f8e9
class A,B,C frontend
class D,E,F,G,H application
class I,J,K,L,M business
class N,O,P,Q,R data
class S,T,U,V integration
class W,X,Y,Z external
- Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
- UI Framework: U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) 3.7.1
- Responsive Design: CSS Grid and Flexbox
- Accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AA compliant
- Icons: USWDS Icon Library
- Forms: Native HTML5 form validation
flowchart TD
A[User Login] --> B[Select Permit Type]
B --> C[Fill Application Form]
C --> D[Upload Documents]
D --> E[Review & Submit]
E --> F[Payment Processing]
F --> G[Application Submitted]
G --> H[Initial Review]
H --> I{Complete?}
I -->|No| J[Request Additional Info]
J --> K[User Provides Info]
K --> H
I -->|Yes| L[Technical Review]
L --> M{Code Compliant?}
M -->|No| N[Rejection with Feedback]
M -->|Yes| O[Site Inspection Required?]
O -->|No| P[Approve Permit]
O -->|Yes| Q[Schedule Inspection]
Q --> R[Conduct Inspection]
R --> S{Pass Inspection?}
S -->|No| T[Require Corrections]
T --> Q
S -->|Yes| P
P --> U[Issue Permit]
N --> V[Application Closed]
U --> W[Permit Active]
classDef userAction fill:#e3f2fd
classDef systemProcess fill:#f1f8e9
classDef decision fill:#fff3e0
classDef terminal fill:#fce4ec
class A,B,C,D,E,K userAction
class F,G,H,J,L,Q,R,U systemProcess
class I,M,O,S decision
class N,P,V,W terminal
- Submit permit applications
- Track application status
- Upload required documents
- View application history
- Receive notifications
- Review applications for completeness
- Conduct technical reviews
- Request additional information
- Schedule inspections
- Update application status
- Manage user accounts
- Configure permit types and fees
- Generate reports
- System maintenance
/
├── index.html # Main application page
├── README.md # This file
├── assets/
│ ├── css/
│ │ └── custom.css # Custom styles
│ ├── js/
│ │ └── app.js # Application JavaScript
│ └── images/
├── forms/
│ ├── building-permit.html
│ ├── electrical-permit.html
│ └── plumbing-permit.html
└── docs/
├── api-documentation.md
└── deployment-guide.md
- Clone the repository
- Open
index.htmlin a web browser - The application uses CDN links for USWDS, so no build process is required for basic functionality
- Responsive design with USWDS components
- Multi-section permit application form
- Application dashboard with status cards
- Timeline visualization for application tracking
- Document upload interface
- Status tracking system
- Accessibility features
- Backend API integration
- Real-time notifications
- Payment processing
- Advanced search and filtering
- Bulk operations for staff
- Mobile app companion
- Integration with GIS systems
- Automated code compliance checking
- Chrome 90+
- Firefox 88+
- Safari 14+
- Edge 90+
- Mobile browsers (iOS Safari, Chrome Mobile)
This application is built to meet:
- WCAG 2.1 AA standards
- Section 508 compliance
- Keyboard navigation support
- Screen reader compatibility
- High contrast mode support
- Fork the repository
- Create a feature branch (
git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature) - Commit your changes (
git commit -m 'Add some amazing feature') - Push to the branch (
git push origin feature/amazing-feature) - Open a Pull Request
This project is in the public domain and is not subject to copyright restrictions.
For technical support or questions about the application:
- Email: dev-support@springfield.gov
- Documentation: [Link to full documentation]
- Issue Tracker: [GitHub Issues]
Built with ❤️ using the U.S. Web Design System