SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – South Burlington officials are warning residents about a scam targeting people who apply for planning or zoning permits.
They say shortly after being put on the agenda for a permit, applicants have received fake emails with bills attached, often from email addresses that end in @usa.com.
South Burlington officials are warning residents about a scam targeting people who apply for planning or zoning permits.(Photo provided)
City officials say any legitimate permit-related communications will come from a southburlingtonvt.gov email address or a company called Clariti.
They say scammers using the @usa.com addresses are trying to steal personal information from applicants.
Residents who get suspicious messages and are unsure whether they are legitimate should contact the Planning and Zoning Department.
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