Summary
The council approved a 12% average increase in permitting and development fees as part of a multi-year plan to cover the true cost of city services.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Increases permitting costs for developers and builders by roughly 12% starting June 1.
The city and taxpayers, by shifting service costs toward users of development services.
Local developers, builders, and residents pulling permits who will pay higher fees.
Mentions & discussions (2)
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION — March 17, 2026
Planning Director Martin Scribner reported that city permit fees will increase by 12% on June 1st as part of a five-year plan to reach 80% cost recovery for city services.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING — February 26, 2026
The council approved a 12% average increase in permitting and development fees as part of a multi-year plan to cover the true cost of city services.
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