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About Us

We Don’t Just Get Permits, We GET Permits!

As State Permits, we committed to helping its clients successfully navigate the complicated world of building permitting and ensuring permits are delivered on time and within budget. Our clients have access to dedicated and experienced project teams that handle every aspect of the permit process on their behalf, from initial plan submission through final approval.

What began as a small operation serving a few clients in a small office, State Permits has evolved into a national permit management and consulting business serving clients across the US and Canada, with a vast network within jurisdictions in both countries. While we have grown substantially since its founding, our team is led by a founder whose personal expertise in commercial permitting spans over 35 years.

State Permits, Inc. takes great pride in the work it does, the relationships it has built, and, most importantly, earning the satisfaction of its customers.

We Don't Just Get Permits, We GET Permits!
We Engineer Approvals...

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: To facilitate and deliver your permit requests on time and done right.

Your success serves as both the measuring stick and the driving force behind our passion for our work. Sure, the permitting process isn't the most glamorous piece of the puzzle, but we pride ourselves in the work we do and the relationships we have built along the way. With a reputation based on our track record of success, we take pride in our accomplishments. However, what truly matters to us is the satisfaction of our happy clients.

The People Behind Permit.com

Meet Our Team

Dedicated professionals committed to simplifying your permitting experience across North America.
Founder & President
Vaun Podlogar
Working in the construction industry in the early 1990s, Vaun Podlogar had witnessed first-hand the time-consuming process of obtaining commercial construction permits. Recognizing the need for a streamlined approach to minimize bureaucratic hurdles and costly delays, he was driven to find a solution. So began his entrepreneurial journey.
406-222-3333
vaun@permit.com
Program Director
Bill Hellmann
Bill Hellmann is a pioneering member of the SPI team, and his contributions have been crucial to SPI’s success. Over the past twenty years, he has dedicated himself to honing his craft and is an authority in the realm of permit process management. Thriving in fast-paced environments, Bill sets an example of professionalism, talent, and amiability that resonates with his team and is appreciated by his clients.
bill@permit.com

Project Management Team

Project Manager
Ben Podlogar
Ben specializes in complex multi-state projects that require coordination across dozens of jurisdictions. His systematic approach ensures nothing falls through the cracks on large-scale developments.
ben@permit.com
Project Manager
Katie Getz
Katie coordinates permit applications across multiple jurisdictions with meticulous attention to detail. She specializes in streamlining complex projects and ensuring every requirement is met on time.
(608) 407-9078
katie@permit.com
Project Manager
Kelly Ley
Kelly manages high-volume retail permitting for national chains. She excels at handling multiple concurrent projects while maintaining the accuracy and speed that PERMIT.COM clients expect.
(608) 407-9086
kelly@permit.com
Project Manager
Mike Martin
Mike is an expert in municipal code compliance and has built strong relationships with local building departments across the Midwest. His knowledge ensures smooth approvals even for the most challenging projects.
(608) 407-9090
mike@permit.com
Project Manager
Paul Landa
Paul specializes in zoning entitlements and land-use approvals for complex developments. His strategic approach clears obstacles before they ever reach the permitting stage.
paul@permit.com
Administrative Assistant
Billie Jo White
Billie Jo is the organizational backbone of PERMIT.COM. She keeps the office running smoothly, manages scheduling, and ensures every client interaction is handled with warmth and professionalism.
billiejo@permit.com
Software Developer
Sam Podlogar
Sam builds the digital tools that power PERMIT.COM's modern platform. From permit tracking dashboards to automated status updates, he ensures clients have real-time visibility into their projects.
(406) 909-0131
sam@permit.com