“Property owner name?”

“Tyler Bennett,” I said.

“That file is currently in the active review bin,” she said, finally looking at me.

“You will have to file a written public records request and wait ten business days.”

“I have the right to view active permit files under the municipal code,” I said, remembering Rachel’s exact instructions.

“I am an adjacent property owner, and construction is already underway.”

Martha stared at me for five long seconds, then let out a heavy sigh that blew a loose crumb off her napkin.