Palm Beach County’s Planning, Zoning and Building Department (PZB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Melvin Corredor, MBA, as the County’s new Building Official effective August 18, 2025.
Mr. Corredor brings more than 20 years of combined public and private sector experience, with a strong background in construction management, permitting, inspections, and building code compliance.
Prior to joining PZB, Mr. Corredor was the Building Department Manager at the Village of Wellington, where he led process improvements, technology upgrades, and customer service enhancements that improved the delivery of building services. His career also includes private construction industry experience in project management and supervisory roles.
A Certified General and Roofing Contractor, Mr. Corredor holds 11 professional licenses from the State of Florida. He also holds the prestigious Master Code Professional certification—the highest designation awarded by the International Code Council (ICC).
Additionally, Mr. Corredor received the “2021 Plans Examiner of the Year” award by the Building Officials Association of Florida, a distinction that reflects his technical expertise, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public safety.
He is a proud graduate of the University of Florida, where he earned both his Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration (MBA). Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Mr. Corredor is known for his focus on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
His leadership philosophy is rooted in servant leadership, emphasizing integrity, accountability, and building trust—both within his team and throughout the community.
Mr. Corredor is dedicated to ensuring that the Building Division continues to deliver timely, consistent, and professional service in support of safe, resilient, and sustainable development throughout Palm Beach County.