How to Use the Accela MCP in Claude

Q: Does the Accela integration for Claude Desktop support document uploads?

It does. You can use uploaddocument to push blueprints or photos to a specific record. The agent confirms the upload once the server processes the file.

Bring civic data into your workflow with the Accela MCP Server for Claude Desktop. Manage permits and inspections from the chat interface.

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Setup Accela with Claude Desktop

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Manage records in Claude Desktop

Stop digging through municipal web portals. You can now use `search_records` and `get_record` to pull permit statuses directly into your chat session. Your agent parses the JSON response instantly. It's the fastest way to verify application details without switching windows.

Schedule inspections via MCP Server

Coordinate field work by feeding inspection data to your agent. Use `list_inspections` to see upcoming tasks and `schedule_inspection` to book new slots on the fly. This keeps your project timeline current. The tool handles the API communication so you can focus on the actual construction site logistics.

Access parcel data in chat

Query specific land details using `get_parcels` while talking to your agent. It provides precise location context for any development project you're tracking. This workflow eliminates manual lookup time. You get the facts you need to make decisions immediately.

Setup guide

Set up Accela MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Accela MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Accela MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under accela-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "accela-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Accela MCP in Claude Desktop

Yes. You simply connect the server and ask your agent to pull your latest records. It retrieves the status using `search_records` and summarizes the findings for you.

You open your configuration file and add the server details under the mcpServers key. Once you save and restart the app, the tools are ready to use.

It does. You can use `upload_document` to push blueprints or photos to a specific record. The agent confirms the upload once the server processes the file.

Your data remains private and scoped to your session. We only touch your permit, inspection, and parcel records, and all traffic is managed through your endpoint token.

The server only accesses the specific records you request. Your permit applications and contact details are handled over encrypted channels, and the server does not store your municipal credentials.

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