The fee schedule in appendix A to this code is hereby adopted and incorporated herein as though transcribed herein as fees of the city.
(Ordinance 2002-12-16-010, sec. 4, adopted 12/16/02)
The following fees and charges are established and shall be in addition to any fees otherwise required pursuant to this article:
(1)
Fee components and exemptions.
(A)
Generally.
The permit fee for single-family residential, multifamily and commercial structures shall consist of a base permit fee, as set forth in subsection (2) of this section, the applicable plan review fee set forth in subsection (3) of this section, and the inspection fees set forth in subsection (4) of this section.
(B)
Minimum valuation.
Where the valuation of the addition does not exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00), no fee shall be charged, unless such work by its nature requires an inspection (such as structural alterations or addition to plumbing, electrical or mechanical systems). If the total valuation of the work is $500.00 or less, but one or more inspections are required because the work includes structural alterations or plumbing, electrical or mechanical system work, a base fee and a fee per required inspection as provided in appendix A to this code shall be charged.
(2)
Base permit fees.
(3)
Plan review fee increment.
A nonrefundable plan review fee shall be charged, in addition to the base permit fee, for and with respect to each single-family, multifamily or commercial structure for which a base permit fee is payable pursuant to subsection (2) of this section. Such plan review fees shall be charged and payable as follows:
(A)
Single-family structures.
A plan review fee as provided in appendix A to this code shall be charged for and with respect to each single-family building permit application. Such fee shall be payable upon the initial application for such building permit.
(B)
Multifamily and commercial structures.
A plan review fee as provided in appendix A to this code, to review such plans, shall be charged for and with respect to each multifamily and commercial building permit application. The full estimated amount of such fee, including the hourly charge, shall be payable upon the initial application for such building permit. In the event the required review time exceeds the estimate, the additional amount payable as the plan review fee shall be paid prior to the issuance of any building permit. In the event the estimated plan review fee paid exceeds the actual required amount, the difference shall be credited against the base permit fee or the inspection fee.
(4)
Inspection fee increments.
The work and improvements for which a base building permit fee is required to be paid pursuant to subsection (2) of this section shall be subject to the inspections provided for in the National Electrical Code, the International Building, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes and all related codes and ordinances of the city (the “codes”). A nonrefundable inspection fee shall be charged, in addition to the base permit fee and plan review fee, for and with respect to each single-family, multifamily or commercial structure for which a base permit fee is payable pursuant to subsection (2) of this section. Such inspection fees shall be charged and payable as follows:
(A)
Single-family structures.
A base inspections fee increment shall be paid for each building permit for a single-family dwelling as provided in appendix A to this code for building, electrical, and mechanical and for plumbing multiplied by the minimum number of inspections required pursuant to the codes, and shall be paid prior to the issuance of any building permit for which a base building permit fee is required to be paid pursuant to subsection (2) of this section. Such fee shall be payable upon the issuance of the building permit.
(B)
Multifamily and commercial structures.
A base inspections fee increment shall be paid for each building permit for a multifamily or commercial structure as provided in appendix A to this code for building, electrical and mechanical and for plumbing multiplied by the minimum number of inspections required pursuant to the codes, and shall be paid prior to the issuance of any building permit for which a base building permit fee is required to be paid pursuant to subsection (2) of this section. Such fee shall be payable upon the issuance of the building permit.
(C)
Additional inspection fees.
In addition to the base inspections fee payable pursuant to subsections (A) and (B) above, additional inspection fees shall be payable, as applicable, as follows:
(i)
Additional inspections.
An additional fee shall be charged for each additional inspection, if any, that is required above the minimum required by the codes. Such fees shall be as provided in appendix A to this code for each additional inspection of a single-family dwelling and for each additional inspection of a multifamily or commercial structure. The fees for such additional inspections as are required by the codes or any state or federal agency having jurisdiction shall be paid prior to the inspection being made and, in any event, prior to the issuance of any certificate of occupancy.
(ii)
Reinspections.
If the inspector needs to make a return trip to assure compliance with required corrections, an additional inspection fee as provided in appendix A to this code per reinspection for single-family dwellings and for commercial and multifamily construction must be paid to the city before a reinspection will be made and, in any event, prior to the issuance of any certificate of occupancy.
(iii)
Out-of-sequence inspections.
An added, additional fee as provided in appendix A to this code shall be charged for each inspection requested that is not requested in the sequence provided for in the codes. Such additional fee shall be paid to the city before the inspection is made and, in any event, prior to the issuance of any certificate of occupancy.
(5)
Other building permit fees.
Save and except as provided in subsection (1)(B) of this section, it is the intent of this section to establish an appropriate fee for each permit and inspection required to be made pursuant to the codes. With that purpose, the following permit fees and charges shall be charged for and with respect to the respective listed permits:
(A)
Moving of structures.
(i)
Except as provided in the following subsection (ii), a permit fee shall be charged for moving buildings or structures, including mobile or manufactured homes moved by other than a registered retailer or installer, in the city. Such fee shall be as provided in appendix A to this code, plus an escort fee if applicable. No permit or inspection fee shall be charged or required for the moving of a mobile or manufactured home out of the city.
(ii)
If, based upon location moved from or to, the streets to be used in the move, size of the structure, and related facts, an escort is deemed necessary for the protection of the public health and safety, except as provided in subsection (i) above, an additional fee shall be collected in advance for such escort, to be provided by the police department. Such escort fee shall be an amount equal to 1.5 times the hourly cost for both the officer (including wages and benefits) and the patrol car, times the estimated number of hours or fractions thereof required for the escort within the city limits.
(iii)
No fee shall be charged for the moving of a portable building or structure that is eight feet (8') or less in height and that is not larger than sixty-four (64) square feet.
(B)
Swimming pools and spas.
The permit fee for construction or installation of a swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall be as provided in appendix A to this code.
(C)
Certain structures with roof.
The permit fee for the construction of porches, patios, decks, carports, storage sheds and similar structures under roof, and not permitted under another subsection of this section, shall be as provided in appendix A to this code.
(D)
Remodeling and alterations.
Structural alterations, repairs, and remodeling on all structures, buildings and residences, including shell buildings and mobile or manufactured homes, but excluding projects costing $500.00 or less and for which a permit is not otherwise required, shall require a minimum permit fee as provided in appendix A to this code plus the applicable inspection fees for building, electrical and mechanical and as provided in appendix A to this code for plumbing for single-family residential, and for building, electrical, and mechanical and for plumbing for multifamily and commercial, per required inspection. In the event that the total square footage to be altered, repaired or remodeled exceeds 200 square feet, the base permit fee shall be determined pursuant to subsection (2) or (3) of this section, as applicable.
(6)
Double fees for commencing work without permit.
If work for which a permit is required pursuant to this section is initiated, started or proceeded with without the permit first being obtained, the fees and charges specified in this section shall be doubled.
(Ordinance 2002-12-16-010, sec. 1, adopted 12/16/02; Ordinance adopting Code)
The following fees and charges are established and shall be collected for the subdivision of land within the city or its extraterritorial jurisdiction:
(1)
Concept or master plan.
A fee as provided in appendix A to this code per lot or part thereof shall be charged for the filing and review of any concept or master plan. Such fee shall be in addition to the engineer review fee provided hereinafter in subsection (5) and shall be paid, together with the estimated amount of the engineer review fee, when the concept plan or master plan is filed. A deposit as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid to apply against the engineer review fee.
(2)
Short form subdivision plat.
A fee as provided in appendix A to this code per lot shall be paid for each short form subdivision plat filed for review by the city. Such fee shall be in addition to the engineer review fee provided hereinafter in subsection (5) and shall be paid, together with the estimated amount of the engineer review fee, when the plat-plan is filed. A deposit as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid to apply against the engineer review fee.
(3)
Preliminary subdivision plat-plan.
A fee as provided in appendix A to this code per lot shall be paid for each preliminary subdivision plat filed for review by the city. Such fee shall be in addition to the engineer review fee provided hereinafter in subsection (5) and shall be paid, together with the then estimated amount of the engineer review fee, when the plat-plan is filed. A deposit per lot as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid to apply against the engineer review fee.
(4)
Final subdivision plat-plan.
A fee as provided in appendix A to this code per lot shall be paid for each final subdivision plat filed for review by the city. Such fee shall be in addition to the engineer review fee provided hereinafter in subsection (5) and shall be paid, together with the then estimated amount of the engineer review fee, prior to the plat-plan being finally approved by the city and filed of record. A deposit as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid to apply against the engineer review fee.
(5)
Engineer review fee.
In addition to the fees set forth and required pursuant to this section, every person or entity filing a concept plan, master plan, or preliminary subdivision plat-plan, and every person filing a final subdivision plat-plan or any other application specified herein, shall pay to the city an amount equal to all engineering fees billed to the city for and with respect to such plat-plan, plus an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total of such engineering fees billed to the city. The deposit made and applicable to such plan shall be credited against the final amount of such fee.
(6)
Plat vacation.
A fee as provided in appendix A to this code plus all estimated county recording fees shall be charged for each plat-plan vacation request. Such fee shall be in addition to any engineer review fee, if any, that may be applicable and charged pursuant to subsection (5). A deposit as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid to apply against the engineer review fee.
(7)
Subdivision replat-amending plat.
A fee as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid for each replat or resubdivision of a plat, or part thereof, filed for review by the city. Such fee shall be in addition to the engineer review fee provided hereinabove in subsection (5) and shall be paid, together with the then estimated amount of the engineer review fee, when such request is filed. A deposit as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid to apply against the engineer review fee.
(8)
Subdivision variance request.
In addition to all other applicable fees and charges, a fee as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid in advance for each variance requested from the subdivision ordinance or any applicable design and/or construction standards. A deposit as provided in appendix A to this code shall be paid to apply against the engineer review fee should an engineer review be required.
(9)
Construction inspection.
A fee in the amount of one and one-half percent (1.5%) of the estimated cost for construction of all streets, water, wastewater, drainage and other infrastructure required to be constructed for the approval and final acceptance of any subdivision or section thereof shall be paid, together with all other applicable fees and charges, prior to any approved plat-plan being finally approved by the city and filed of record. The total estimated amount of such fee shall be paid as a deposit prior to the start of construction.
(10)
Professional fees.
In addition to the fees and charges, and engineer review fee, above set forth in this section, the proposer, developer or subdivider of land, a subdivision, plat, or municipal utility district shall reimburse and pay to the city the actual cost and expense for professional services, including but not limited to consulting engineers, attorneys and land planners, incurred by the city with respect to such subdivision, plat, development or municipal utility district.
(Ordinance 2002-12-16-010, sec. 2, adopted 12/16/02; Ordinance adopting Code)
A fee shall be charged for each zoning change or rezoning request and a fee shall be charged for each variance requested under the zoning or the building codes ordinance, all as provided in appendix A to this code. A fee as provided in appendix A to this code shall be charged for each applicant-requested postponement of a zoning request.
(Ordinance 2002-12-16-010, sec. 3, adopted 12/16/02; Ordinance adopting Code)
(a)
Fees established.
The administrative costs to be charged by the city code enforcement office relating to the abatement of nuisance lots which are in violation of article 6.04 of the city code and dangerous buildings which are in violation of article 3.05 of the city code shall be as set forth in appendix A to this code, for each abatement determined to be necessary by the city.
(b)
Billing; collection.
The administrative fees established hereby shall be billed to the owner of the property involved, together with the city’s cost of abatement, and shall be considered a portion of the total expenses should the city establish a lien on the property to recover its abatement costs and shall be included in any foreclosure suit filed in the name of the city to collect on such a lien. Such fees, when collected, shall be receipted for by the city secretary and deposited in the city’s general fund.
(1986 Code, ch. 7, sec. 9; Ordinance adopting Code)