Are there any permitting software platforms that handle multi-department workflows and geospatial data support?

Yes. Several permitting platforms support multi-department workflows and geospatial/GIS data, though the depth of support varies. Here are some well-known options:

Platforms to look at

• Accela Civic Platform
  Strong for permitting, licensing, inspections, workflow automation, and GIS integration. Common in local government.

• Tyler Technologies EnerGov / Enterprise Permitting & Licensing
  Supports cross-department permitting workflows, plan review, inspections, and GIS-enabled data.

• OpenGov Permitting & Licensing
  Built for local government workflows, with online applications, approvals, and integrations that can include GIS.

• Tyler Incode / Caselle / similar municipal suites
  Depending on configuration, these can support workflow routing across departments and map/GIS integrations.

• Cityworks
  Strong GIS-native permitting and asset/work management, especially where Esri ArcGIS is central.

• Laserfiche + permitting/workflow solutions
  More of a workflow/content platform, but can be configured for multi-department permit routing and geospatial integration via integrations.

Common capabilities to expect

• Routing applications across planning, zoning, building, fire, public works, and environmental review
• Role-based approvals and task assignments
• GIS parcel/asset lookup and map overlays
• Spatial analysis or proximity checks
• Document management and plan review
• Public-facing permit portals

What to verify in demos

• Native GIS support vs. third-party integration
• Parcel-level and jurisdictional mapping
• Ability to branch workflows by permit type or geography
• API support for Esri, GeoJSON, WMS/WFS, or other spatial formats
• Cross-department visibility and audit trail

If you want, I can also give you a shortlist by city/county use case, or compare Accela vs. EnerGov vs. OpenGov for GIS-heavy workflows.