HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdmin Order 53-25-05-F -- Construction Permit Fee AmendmentsExhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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Construction Permit Fees
(Effective July 1, 2025)
BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Building Permit Fees:
Project valuation:
New construction, Residential:
The valuation is determined using the ICC Building Valuation Data Table current
as of April 1 each year, multiplied by the square footage of the dwelling, addition,
garage or accessory structure. Project value is then applied to the table below to
determine the building permit fee.
• Residential carports, covered porches, patios and decks use 50% of the
value of a private garage (“utility, miscellaneous”) from the valuation table.
New construction, Commercial:
The valuation is the higher of:
1. The valuation based on the ICC Building Valuation Data Table current as of April 1 of
each year, using the occupancy and construction type as determined by the building
official, multiplied by the square footage of the structure2; or
2. The value1 stated by the applicant
Project value is then applied to the table below to determine the building permit fee.
Alteration or repair:
The permit fees are calculated based on the fair market value1 of all construction
work for which the permit is issued.
1.Definition of Valuation: The valuation to be used in computing the permit fee and plan check fee shall
be the total value of all construction work, excluding fire systems, for which the permit is issued, as well
as all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, elevators, and other
permanent work or equipment, and the contractor’s profit.
2. Deduct 20% for shell-only buildings. Deduct 80% for first-time tenant in shell-only buildings.
3. For Temporary Special Event Structures valuation is determined using 15% of the value of “U – Utility,
miscellaneous” from the ICC Building Valuation Data Table
Use total value of construction work determined above to calculate the Building
Permit Fee below:
$1 - $2,000……………………………………………………………………………… $111.75 minimum fee
$2,001 - $25,000………………………………………………………………………. $111.75 plus $12.00
for each addt’l $1,000
or fraction thereof
$25,001 - $50,000…………………………………………………………………….. $389.59 plus $9.21 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$50,001 - $100,000…………………………………………………………………… $619.84 plus $6.67 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$100,001 and up……………………………………………………………………… $953.34 plus $4.34 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Building Plan Check Fee 65% of building permit
fees
Deferred Submittal Fee:
For processing and reviewing deferred plan submittals………………….……….
Fee is in addition to the project plan review fee based on the total project value.
35% of the building
permit fee calculated
using the value of the
particular deferred
portion or portions of
the project
Minimum fee:
$115.00 for 1 and 2
family dwelling
projects; $230.00 for
commercial and all
other projects
Manufactured Dwelling Permits:
Installation permit on lots or in parks…………………………………………………
Fee includes: concrete slab, runners or foundations when they comply with the prescriptive
requirements of the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code, electrical feeder and
plumbing connections and all cross-over connections.
$377.50*
Earthquake resistant bracing system installation permit…………………………..
Fee assessed when system is not installed at the same time and as part of a manufactured dwelling
installation permit.
$140.30
•*Decks, other accessory structures and foundations that do not comply with the prescriptive
requirements of the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code may require a
separate building permit, and if so their fees will be assessed based on the value of construction
determined under the Building Permit Fee section above.
•Utility connections beyond 30 lineal feet, new electrical services or additional branch circuits, and
new plumbing, will be assessed separate fees determined under the Plumbing and Electric Permit
Fee section of this Schedule.
Manufactured Dwelling Park Closure Permit………………………………………..
(Section 2.1086 Eugene Code, 1971)
$789.25
Manufactured dwelling and cabana fee………………………………………………
State fee required on all manufactured dwelling and cabana installations to help defray expenses
incurred in code development, monitoring and administration of Oregon’s manufactured dwelling
and cabana installation program. Per OAR 918-500-0105(5)
$30.00
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00 /hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Addressing Fees:
New structure…………………………………………………………......................... $47.90
Address change……………………………………………………………………….. $77.25
Alternative Plan Review Program
For 1 & 2 family dwellings with engineer / architect certified as plans examiner per ORS 455.628 $115.00
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Alternative Materials and Methods
Hourly rate charged per person involved in review.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Building Demolition Permit Fee $257.75
Condominium Conversion Permit Application
(Section 2.1066 Eugene Code, 1971) $783.75
Emergency Generator $373.75
Excavation & Grading Fees:
Applies to all property except public right-of-way
Plan review fee………………………………………………………………………… $115.00
Permit fees:
50 - 1,000 cubic yards……………………………………………………………….. $115.00
1,001 - 10,000 cubic yards………………………………………………………….. $295.00
10,001 - 100,000 cubic yards……………………………………………………….. $818.75
100,001 cubic yards or more……………………………………………………….. $1,117.00
Fire/Life Safety (F/LS) Plan Check Fee 40% of bldg. permit
fees when F/LS plan
review is required
Fire Suppression Residential Stand-Alone and Multi-Purpose Systems:
Based on area of the residential structure. Base fee includes plan review and inspections.
0 – 2,000 square feet………………………………………………………………….. $275.25
2,001 – 3,600 square feet…………………………………………………………….. $340.50
3,601 – 7,200 square feet…………………………………………………………….. $441.75
Over 7,200 square feet………………………………………………………………… $559.50
Fire System Fees, Commercial:
Fire Sprinkler, Fire Suppression, Fire Alarm, Standpipe, Paint Booth and similar
systems.
Commercial fire system permit fees shall be charged based on the total
valuation of work to be performed.
$1 - $2,000…………………………………………………………….……………….. $111.75 minimum fee
$2,001 - $25,000……………………………………………………………………….. $111.75 plus $12.00
for each addt’l $1,000
or fraction thereof
$25,001 - $50,000……………………………………………………………………… $389.59 plus $9.21 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$50,001 - $100,000……………………………………………………………………. $619.84 plus $6.67 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
$100,001 and up……………………………………………………………………….. $953.34 plus $4.34 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Commercial Fire Systems Plan Check Fee 65% of fire system
permit fee
Flood Hazard Zone Plan Check Fee 5% of building permit
fees when flood
hazard zone plan
check is required
Foundation Only Permit
Apply Building Permit
Fees (above) based
on 20% of total project
value
Occupancy Verification or Use Review $333.75
Quick Start Agreement/Express Start Review
Fee for plan review and the issuance of an authorization to proceed with construction prior to
completion of the full plan review process.
$269.25
Phased Permit Fee
Coordination fee charged in addition to normal plan review and permit fees; base fee includes
required predevelopment meeting.
Fee assessed on each phase of a project.
$350.00 + 10% of total
building permit fee for
each phase of work.
Not to exceed $1,500
for each phase
Reroof Permit, Commercial Construction 35% of the building
permit fee calculated
using the value of the
reroof project.
Minimum fee: $229.60
Same-as-Plans (SAPs)*
Structural plan review for single family homes and duplexes where a new structure is being
constructed that is identical to a structure that has already been reviewed and approved by city staff.
* Plan review fees for Zoning, Public Works and Fire will also be charged where applicable.
$351.25 per structure
Same-time-Plans (STPs)*
Structural plan review for each additional structure when identical structures are
being constructed and plans for each structure are submitted at the same time.
Full structural plan review fees will be collected for the first structure of the same
design.
*Plan review fees for Zoning, Public Works and Fire will also be charged where
applicable.
Single family homes and duplexes………………………………………………….. $351.25
Multi-family or Commercial…………………………………………………………… 65% of building
permit fees. Not to
exceed $1,500 per
structure
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Seismic Hazard Plan Check Fee
As authorized by ORS 455.447(3)
1% of total structural
and mechanical
specialty code fees for
essential and
hazardous facilities,
and major and special
occupancy structures
Site Development Permit & Plan Check Fee
Includes review and inspection by Public Works and Land Use. Additional Plan review fees will be
assessed if the project requires review under the Plumbing, Building or Fire Codes. Other Public
Works fees may also apply – see Public Works section below.
$1,069.00
Solar Installation Permit:
Prescriptive installations in compliance with section 3111 of the Oregon
Structural Specialty Code………………………………………………....................
$201.75
All other installations…………………………………………………………………..
*Valuation includes structural elements of solar panels, including racking, mounting elements,
rails, and the cost of labor to install. Valuation does not include the cost of solar electrical
equipment, including collector panels and inverters.
Separate electrical fees also apply.
Apply building permit
fees based on
valuation (above)
Spa or Hot Tub Permit
Separate electrical, mechanical and plumbing fees also apply
$71.00
Swimming Pool Permit Apply building permit
fees based on
valuation (above)
Temporary Certificates of Occupancy (TCOs):
A TCO is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance unless a longer period is approved by the
Building Official. The Building Official may extend the TCO upon written request of the owner or
owner’s authorized agent.
Residential……………………………………………………………………………... $100.00/30 days
Commercial…………………………………………………………………………….. $300.00/30 days
School District Construction Excise Tax
(Authorized by ORS 320.170 thru ORS 320.189)
Applies to construction within certain school districts in the City of Eugene and the Eugene Urban
Growth Boundary.
Currently assessed on projects in the boundaries of Bethel School District #52 only.
This construction
excise tax is assessed
as a dollar rate per
square foot of
construction which is
collected by the City of
Eugene and
forwarded to the
school district
assessing the tax for
capital improvement
project funding. Rates
can vary among
districts
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
City of Eugene Affordable Housing Construction Excise Tax
(Authorized by EC 3.730 – 3.748)
Applies to certain types of construction within the City of Eugene. See EC 3.732 and 3.734 for
qualifying and exempted projects.
This construction
excise tax is assessed
as a percentage rate
of construction
valuation which is
collected by the City of
Eugene for affordable
housing development
and programs, with a
portion going to the
State of Oregon for
Affordable Housing
development. Rate is
set by EC 3.732.
State Surcharge and Training Fees*
*The amount of the State surcharge is established by the State of Oregon on building permit fees,
electrical permit fees, mechanical permit fees, plumbing permit fees, manufactured home permit fees,
grading fees, and the hourly fees charged under the Master Permit program. The surcharge is subject
to change by the State and is collected by the City and passed through to the State.
(12 percent as of October, 2010)
Percentage of permit
fees and hourly rate
fees in lieu of permit
ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Plan Check Fees 35% of electrical
permit fees when plan
check is performed
Minimum Permit Fee $111.75
Residential Permit, New Construction:
Single family, duplex, or multifamily per dwelling unit.* Include attached garage. Service included.
1,000 square feet or less…………………………………………………................. $244.40
Each additional 500 sq. ft. or portion thereof………………………………………. $56.10
Each limited energy system installation…………………………………………….. $56.10
Each protective signaling system installation………………………………………. $56.10
Each manufactured home or modular dwelling service or feeder………............. $122.10
*For a multi-family building containing three or more apartments, determine the
square footage of the largest apartment in the building and compute the fee.
The fee for each additional apartment in the building is one-half of the first unit
fee. Limited energy and protective signaling system fees are assessed once
per floor.
Service or Feeder Permits:
Installations, alterations or relocation
200 amps or less…………………………………………………………................... $133.90
201 amps to 400 amps……………………………………………………………….. $171.50
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
401 amps to 600 amps……………………………………………………………….. $244.10
601 amps to 1,000 amps……………………………………………………………... $379.50
Over 1,000 amps or volts…………………………………………………………….. $753.00
Reconnect only………………………………………………………………………… $88.10
Temporary Service or Feeder Permits:
Installations, alterations or relocation
200 amps or less…………………………………………………………................... $111.50
201 amps to 400 amps……………………………………………………………….. $133.90
401 amps to 600 amps……………………………………………………………….. $220.20
601 amps to 1,000 amps……………………………………………………………... $373.10
Over 1,000 amps or volts…………………………………………………………….. $753.00
Branch Circuit Permits:
New, alteration or extension (per panel) ……………………………………………
With purchase of service or feeder $10.05
First branch circuit………………………………………………………....................
Without purchase of service or feeder $79.80
Each additional branch circuit………………………………………………………...
Without purchase of service or feeder
$10.05
Renewable Energy Systems:
Installation, alteration or relocation
5 kva or less……………………………………………………………………………. $133.90
5.01 to 15 kva………………………………………………………………………….. $172.00
15.01 to 25 kva………………………………………………………………………… $220.70
Over 25 kva:
Solar generation systems………………………………………………….. $220.70 plus $10 for
each additional kva
not to exceed $964.25
Wind generation systems:
25.01 to 50 kva…………………………………………………….. $285.50
50.01 to 100 kva ………………………………………………….. $572.00
Over 100 kva………………………………………………………. Calculate based on
service or feeder
size(s) and branch
circuits.
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Miscellaneous Fees:
Service or feeder not included
Each pump or irrigation circle………………………………………………………… $88.30/ea
Each sign or outline lighting………………………………………………………….. $88.30/ea
Signal circuits or limited energy panel……………………………………………….
(Alteration or extension)
$88.30/ea
In buildings over three floors, each floor over three is considered a separate panel for calculating
limited energy fees.
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Generator Inspections
Minimum fee to cover cost of inspection. No additional hourly fees charged beyond the minimum. $351.00
Master Permit Program
Inspection Fee
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
State Surcharge and Training Fees*
*The amount of the State surcharge is established by the State of Oregon on building permit fees,
electrical permit fees, mechanical permit fees, plumbing permit fees, manufactured home permit fees,
grading fees, and the hourly fees charged under the Master Permit program. The surcharge is subject
to change by the State and is collected by the City and passed through to the State. (12 percent as of
October, 2010)
Percentage of permit
fees and hourly rate
fees in lieu of permit
MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Plan Check Fees 65% of mechanical
permit fees when plan
review is performed
Minimum Permit Fee $111.75
Permit Fees for One- and Two-Family Dwellings:
Mechanical Equipment:*
Clothes dryer, exhaust fan, kitchen hood…………………………………….. $22.40
Fuel burning (incl. vents, chimney, flues, etc.) ………………………………. $44.20
All other appliances and equipment…………………………………………… $29.60
Gas Piping System:
New or altered…………………………………………………………………… $23.70
Alteration to mechanical equipment or system …………………………................ $27.40
*Mechanical equipment for one- and two-family dwellings includes, but is not limited to: wood stove,
fireplace insert, furnace and its attached add-ons (e.g. cooling coil and air filter), pellet stove, heat
pump condenser unit, log lighter, portions of boiler installation not regulated by the State, pool heater,
sauna, solar energy system.
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
The following items are included in the base fee, separate fees will not be assessed: filter, volume
damper, fresh air intakes, water heater regulated by plumbing code, duct work, control units or
thermostats and similar equipment.
Permit Fees for Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Family Residential:
Use the total value of the mechanical equipment and installation costs to calculate the Mechanical
permit fee.
$1 - $2,000……………………………………………………………………………… $111.75 minimum fee
$2,001 - $25,000…………………………………………………………................... $111.75 plus $12.00
for each addt’l $1,000
or fraction thereof
$25,001 - $50,000……………………………………………………………………... $389.59 plus $9.21 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$50,001 - $100,000……………………………………………………………………. $619.84 plus $6.67 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$100,001 and up………………………………………………………….................... $953.34 plus $4.34 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
State Surcharge and Training Fees*
*The amount of the State surcharge is established by the State of Oregon on building permit fees,
electrical permit fees, mechanical permit fees, plumbing permit fees, manufactured home permit fees,
grading fees, and the hourly fees charged under the Master Permit program. The surcharge is subject
to change by the State and is collected by the City and passed through to the State. (12 percent as of
October, 2010)
Percentage of permit
fees and hourly rate
fees in lieu of permit
PLUMBING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Plan Check Fees 35% of plumbing permit
fees when plan review is
performed
Minimum Permit Fee $111.75
Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Family Residential Permits, and Alterations to
Existing One- and Two-Family Dwelling Systems*
$28.50/fixture
*Fixtures include: water closet, lavatory, tub/shower, sink, bidet, laundry tub, dishwasher, clothes
washer, water heater, floor sink/drain, drinking fountain, hose bibbs, sump pump/ejector, urinal, roof
drain/overflow, catch basin, dental units, receptors, trench drain, manhole, commercial food waste
grinder, oil/water separator, grease interceptor, and backflow devices.
One- or Two-Family Dwelling, New Construction:*
Fee includes first 100 feet of water, storm and sewer service
One bathroom……………………………………………………………................. $571.40
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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PLUMBING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Two bathrooms………………………………………………………………………. $763.50
Three bathrooms…………………………………………………………................ $856.70
Each add’l bathroom above three & kitchen above one………………………… $229.40
*Base fee includes: kitchen, hose bibbs, icemakers, underfloor low point drains, and rain drain
packages that include piping, gutters, downspouts, and perimeter systems.
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Water Heater Permit, One- and Two-Family Residential Only
Replacement of water heater of similar size and location that it is replacing. (Includes one
inspection)
$72.00
Alteration of Water or Waste Piping
Alterations consisting only of the replacement of either water distribution or waste piping within a
building, but not both. Fees calculated based on fixtures served.
$14.25/fixture*
Medical Gas System
Calculate the total value of system equipment and installation costs, including but not limited to
inlets, outlets, fixtures and appliances. Apply the value of work to the medical gas system permit
fee table below.
$1 - $2,000…………………………………………………………………………… $111.75 minimum fee
$2,001 - $25,000…………………………………………………………………….. $111.75 plus $12.00 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$25,001 - $50,000…………………………………………………………………… $389.59 plus $9.21 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$50,001 - $100,000…………………………………………………………………. $619.84 plus $6.67 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$100,001 and up…………………………………………………………………….. $953.34 plus $4.34 for
each addt’l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Miscellaneous Permits:
Reverse plumbing…………………………………………………………………… $75.40
Septic tank removal…………………………………………………………………. $75.40
Solar units (potable water) ………………………………………………………… $106.25
Swimming pool piping to equipment………………………………………………. $113.20
Removal, Abandonment, or Cap Off of Fixtures as Listed Above $14.25/fixture*
Sanitary Service:
First 100 feet…………………………………………………………………………. $171.80
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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PLUMBING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Each additional 100 feet or fraction thereof………………………………………. $74.80
Storm Sewer Service:
First 100 feet…………………………………………………………………………. $171.80
Each additional 100 feet or fraction thereof………………………………………. $74.80
Water Service:
First 100 feet…………………………………………………………………………. $137.80
Each additional 100 feet or fraction thereof………………………………………. $74.80
Plan Check Fee – Site Utility Systems
For review of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water service piping system
plans as authorized by OAR 918-780-0040(7)
35% of applicable
Sanitary Service, Storm
Sewer Service, and
Water Service permit
fees only
State Surcharge and Training Fees*
*The amount of the State surcharge is established by the State of Oregon on building permit fees,
electrical permit fees, mechanical permit fees, plumbing permit fees, manufactured home permit
fees, grading fees, and the hourly fees charged under the Master Permit program. The surcharge
is subject to change by the State and is collected by the City and passed through to the State.
(12 percent as of October 2010)
Percentage of permit
fees and hourly rate fees
in lieu of permit
FIRE PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Commercial Plan Check Fee
Fire code plan review associated with Building and Mechanical Permits.
15% of bldg. permit fees
If no bldg. permit, 15%
of mechanical permit
fees
Commercial review for water and access when no building permit or
mechanical permit is issued concurrently ………………………………………..
$154.90
Residential Plan Check Fees
One- and two-family dwelling or townhouse review for water and access $154.90
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Hazardous Materials
Includes highly toxic and toxic chemical supply and drainage systems, HPM tools and systems, and
cryogenic systems. (Includes one inspection)
$240.25
HazMat Chemical Evaluation/Review (HMIS) $355.00
Private Water Mains and Hydrant Systems
(Includes two inspections)
$491.00
Propane Tanks
Exceeding 125 water gallons. (Includes one inspection)
$95.80
Site Development Review $154.90
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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FIRE PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
(e.g., grading, fill, excavation, PEPI, etc. not related to a specific structure.)
Tanks:
(Includes one inspection)
Water storage tanks (for fire protection water supply) ………………………….. $462.00
Fuel or hazardous material tank installation or alteration (above- and
underground) ....................................................................................................
$420.00
Fuel or hazardous material tanks abandoned in place………………………….. $193.50
Fuel or hazardous material tank removal (underground)……………………….. $193.50
Each additional fuel or hazardous material tank on same premises…………... $75.90
Mobile Emergency Responder Radio Coverage (MERRC):
First 0 - 50,000 sq. ft. ………………………………………………………………. $0.50 per sq. ft.
Additional sq. ft. from 50,001 - 100,000 ………………………………………….. $0.30 per sq. ft.
For each sq. ft. over 100,000……………………………………………............... $0.10 per sq. ft.
EROSION PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Erosion Prevention Permit Fees:
New residential……………………………………………………………………… $385.00
Residential addition…………………………………………………………………. $232.75
New commercial……………………………………………………………………..
Sites less than one acre
$539.00
New commercial……………………………………………………………………..
Sites one acre or larger
$1,157.00
Commercial addition………………………………………………………………... $309.25
Utility…………………………………………………………………….................... $309.25
Umbrella Permit……………………………………………………………………...
Permit for multiple construction activities on the same parcel of land that are proposed in
connection with a development, including private infrastructure, structures, and other site
improvements.
$1,156.00
+ (plus) Sensitive lot fee…………………………………………………………….
(Designated pursuant to R-6.645-E)
$248.40 /lot
+ (plus) Non-sensitive lot fee………………………………………………………. $115.00
Annual Permit……………………………………………………………………….. $1,150.00/year or
$115.00/hr
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
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EROSION PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Erosion Reinspection Fee $115.00/ea
Annual Compliance Fee
Billed annually until permit is closed.
50% of annual permit
fee
Non-Permitted Site Fee
Assessed on permits for new residential and commercial construction, residential and commercial
additions to existing structures, excavation and grading and site development that do not require
erosion permits.
$115.00
PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Plan Check Fees:
Residential:
New construction……………………………………………………………… $589.75
Additions/alterations to existing structures…………………………………. $204.10
Commercial:
New construction……………………………………………………………… $1,270.00
Additions/alterations to existing structures…………………………………. $620.00
Limited development, grade and fill review………………………………………. $101.00
Private easement review…………………………………………………............... $204.10
Stormwater management facility review…………………………………………..
This fee will be charged for complex stormwater facility review by PW staff. This review
includes multiple facilities and/or facilities sized per the Presumptive Method, not
otherwise covered in the base PW review fee.
$351.81
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Building Move Permit Fee
Assessed for each structure being moved
$771.00
Access Connection Permit Fees:
The first access connection proposed as part of a residential or commercial
building permit application is included in the plan check fees shown above.
Each additional access connection will be assessed this fee.
Residential w/o building permit…………………………………………................ $272.25
Commercial w/o building permit…………………………………………………… $355.25
Each add’l driveway cut beyond first driveway………………………….............. $121.50
Repair of driveway previously built to City standards…………………………… $180.25
Alternative Traffic Safety Study / Access Review Process analysis and
review ………………………………………………………………………………...
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
Page 14 of 18
PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Excavation in the Public Right-of-Way (ROW):
Excavation in row and public utility easements………………………………….
(Not involving pavement cuts)
$243.00
Excavation in row involving pavement cuts……………………………………... $726.75
Minor excavation in public utility easement and curb core cuts………………. $74.50
Floodplain, Floodway Fees:
Floodplain development permit w/o buildings……………………………………
Assessed for fill, grading and other non-building-related development within the Special Flood
Hazard Area (SFHA). This fee includes structures such a fences, retaining walls, bridges,
paving, etc.
(Additional fees will apply for development work within the Floodway, or work that includes a
Watercourse Alteration within the SFHA).
$65.00
Floodplain Development Permit w/ buildings…………………………………….
Assessed for review of an elevation or floodproofing certificate, other building-related floodplain
requirements, and other structural development within the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).
(Additional fees will apply for development work within the Floodway, or work that includes a
Watercourse Alteration within the SFHA).
$325.50 per building
Watercourse Alteration……………………………………………………………..
Assessed for alteration or relocation of any watercourse within the Special Flood Hazard Area
(SFHA). Watercourses include those identified on adopted Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)
and any waterways or other bodies of water which convey public stormwater.
(Routine maintenance activities such as vegetation management and sedimentation removal
are not considered watercourse alterations).
$716.25
Floodway Development (minor) ………………………………………................
Assessed for minor grading, fill or other development within the Floodway that either results in
less than two cubic yards of fill or development which does not increase the native ground
elevation at ANY point. Development in the Floodway is required to meet additional flood-
related requirements.
(This fee is in addition to the appropriate Floodplain Development permit fee).
$194.40
Floodway Development…………………………………………………………….
Assessed for grading, fill and all other development within the Floodway. Development in the
Floodway is required to meet additional flood-related requirements.
(This fee is in addition to the appropriate Floodplain Development permit fee).
$584.75
Revocable Permit Fees:
Permits not requiring a recorded agreement……………………………………. $276.00
Permits requiring a recorded agreement………………………………………… $791.25
Sidewalk Permit Fees:
Sidewalks proposed as part of a residential building permit application are
included in the plan check fees shown above. Only the first 400 square feet of
sidewalks proposed as part of a new commercial building permit application are
included in the plan check fees shown above
Residential w/o building permit……………………………………………………. $276.00
Commercial w/o building permit…………………………………………………... $276.00
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
Page 15 of 18
PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
(First 400 square feet)
Commercial, each add’l square foot over 400…………………………………... $0.16/square foot
Repair of sidewalk previously built to city standards…………………………… $212.25
Temporary Private Use of the Public Way:
Minimum fee………………………………………………………………………… $83.50
Weekly (per sq ft/week) …………………………………………………………… $0.09
Monthly (per sq ft/mo) ………………………………………………….................
(First 6 months)
$0.23
Long-Term (per sq ft/mo) ………………………………………………………….
(Each additional month after first 6)
$0.09
Event (with street closure), first day……………………………………............... $123.80
Event, each additional day………………………………………………………… $43.10 / day
ZONING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Plan Check Fees:
Commercial………………………………………………………………………. 45% of bldg permit fee
when zoning plan review
is performed
Residential……………………………………………………………………….. 35% of bldg permit fee
when zoning plan review
is performed
Special Development Standards Review
Assessment includes, but is not limited to: properties with a zoning overlay, properties with special
development standards applied through an approved land use application, properties that have
non-conforming use or structure issues, properties with an historic designation, if the property
zoning requires unique development standards, and if any document is required to be recorded to
address zoning issues.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50,
maximum charge
$345.00)
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Cell Tower Consultant Fee
Fee methodology based on EC 9.5750(11).
Deposit required at time of application.
$525.00 deposit. Total
cost will be based on
City’s actual cost to
retain consultant
Land Use Compatibility:
Department of Environmental Quality, Department of Motor Vehicles, and Oregon Liquor Control
Commission review)
New……………………………………………………………………………….. $63.20
Renewal………………………………………………………………………….. $63.20
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
Page 16 of 18
ZONING PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Variances:
Does not include recording fees
Noise………………………………………………………………….................. $834.25
Sign……………………………………………………………………………….. $834.25
Zoning…………………………………………………………………………….. $834.25
Zoning Inspection Fee $115.00
Zoning Verification
(Minimum charge ½ hour) $115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
SIGN PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Sign Plan Check Fees:
Signs up to 32 sq ft………………………………………………………................ $89.10
Signs over 32 sq ft but below 100 sq ft…………………………………………… $148.20
Signs 100 sq ft or more, but below 200 sq ft……………………………............. $220.60
Billboards & signs 200 sq ft and over…………………………………………….. $371.25 per sign face
Sign Permit Fees:
Signs up to 32 sq ft………………………………………………………................ $148.25 per sign
Signs over 32 sq ft but below 100 sq ft…………………………………………… $296.00 per sign
Signs 100 sq ft or more, but below 200 sq ft……………………………............
Billboards and Signs 200 sq ft and over…………………………………………..
$740.25 per sign
$1,429.00 per sign
Building Code Requirements:
Billboards and other large sign structures are charged based on value of work.
Signs requiring structural plan review and building permit:
Permit fee……………………………………………………………………………. Apply building permit
fees based on valuation
Plan Review fee…………………………………………………………………….. 65% of building permit
fee
Additional Plan Review Fee
For consultation, coordination and inquiries related to changes, additions or revisions after initial
application submittal.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
INSPECTION PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Inspections for Which No Fee is Specifically Indicated
Assessed under Eugene Code 8.005(14) $115.00/ea
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
Page 17 of 18
INSPECTION PERMIT FEES
Fee Description Fees
Inspections Outside of Normal Business Hours $230.00 minimum,
$115.00/hour after two
hours
Reinspection Fee $114.80/ea
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
Fee Description Fees
Appeal of a Decision of the City Manager or Designee
Where an appeal is specifically authorized under chapters 6, 8 or 9 of Eugene Code, 1971 $250.00
Expired Application Processing Fee
Hourly rate charged for actual time spent processing and reviewing applications for permits that are
never issued. Credit is given for paid plan check fees.
$115.00/hr
Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Check Processing Fee Charged in accordance
with City of Eugene
admin order establishing
NSF fee
Permit Renewal (Expired Permit Reinstatement Fee)
Fee for renewal of a permit that has been expired for one year or less, provided no changes have
been made in the original plans and specifications for the work.
½ of total permit fees
using permit rates at
time of renewal
Investigation Fee…………………………………………………………………….
Hourly rate charged for research, travel time and time spent on site ensuring fire and life safety
requirements are satisfied.
Fee is in addition to permit renewal fee.
$115.00/hr (minimum
charge $57.50)
Record Searches Research and copy fees
charged in accordance
with City of Eugene
Public Records fee
order
Refund Processing Fee
Refund limited to 80% unless fee was erroneously charged.
Fee is 20% of permit
and plan check fees.
Amount refundable is
80% of the permit and
plan check fees.
No portion of the admin
fee will be refunded.
Reports from Permit Tracking System:
Standard, pre-designed reports…………………………………………………… Charged in accordance
with City of Eugene
Public Records fee
order
Exhibit A to Administrative Order No. 53-25-05-F
Page 18 of 18
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
Fee Description Fees
New reports requiring programming……………………………………...............
(Minimum ½ hour)
Charged in accordance
with City of Eugene
Public Records fee
order
Work Without Permit Fee
Assessed for work started before obtaining permits.
Investigation Fee…………………………………………………………………….
Hourly rate charged for research, travel time and time spent investigating work activities begun
before obtaining permits. Fee is in addition to permit fees.
$115.00 / hr
Compliance Fee………………………………………………………….................
Fee for investigation of complaints, written notice of violation, compliance inspections and other
enforcement actions to correct violations of
Chapter 8 Eugene Code, 1971, and Rule R-8.005.
$230.00
ADMINISTRATIVE USER FEE
Fee Description Fees
Administrative User Fee Total of all fees
established by this or
other administrative
orders and collected by
the Permit & Information
Center (exclusive of
SDC charges, appeal
fees, and State
surcharge and training
fees) times 9%
($7,500 maximum per
project)
TECHNOLOGY FEE
Fee Description Proposed Fees
Technology Fee
Assessed as a percentage of total permit and plan review fees on all applications and permits.
2% of total permit and
plan review fee(s)
($7,500 maximum per
project)
Exhibit B
to Administrative Order 53-25-05-F
Findings - Page 1 of 3
FY26 Construction Permits Fee EC 2.020(2)
Compliance
Findings
Eugene Code 2.020(2) requires that unless the City Manager determines in writing that consideration of
one or more of the following factors is irrelevant or inapplicable, in determining the amount of a fee the
city manager shall consider:
a) Applicable policies, enactments and directives of the council
Response: The Construction Permits Fund is a special revenue fund that is required by the Eugene
City Council to be wholly fee supported.
b) The amount charged by the city in the past
Response: The fee increases are higher than fee increases in previous years; however, the fee
increases are in line with Council’s directive to set fees at a level that will address increasing costs.
Many of the fees are will increase by approximately 8%; however, not all fees will increase. Certain
fees will remain at current amounts, which leads to a probable general project cost increase of
between 4.5% to 7% depending on project type. This amount is higher than that of increases in
recent years but is in keeping with the inflationary impact on projected personnel and overhead
costs (8.2% from FY25 to FY26) and helps to support offsetting the steeply reducing reserves
occurring currently.
c) The full costs of providing the service supported by the fee
Response: As the Construction Permits Fund is wholly fee-supported, it is responsible for charging
fees to cover all operating costs, maintaining an adequate fund reserve, and covering charges for
allocated City overhead expenses. The FY25 operational year is forecast to see an operating loss of
approximately $1,600,000 based on significantly slower construction activity, reducing reserves
which remain below target levels. This slowing is anticipated to continue well into FY26 due to
uncertainty around international trade and timber prices. This fee increase is intended to mitigate
the impacts of rising costs and the projected slowing of construction activity.
d) The amounts charged by other comparable providers
Response: Fees charged by the City of Eugene for implementation of the State Building Code are in
keeping with code driven calculation methods. This increase is in keeping with other jurisdictions in
Oregon, and City of Eugene building code fees normally fall within the middle to upper middle range
when compared to those other cities in Oregon. Throughout the industry there is significant
Exhibit B
to Administrative Order 53-25-05-F
Findings - Page 2 of 3
variation in specific fees so a general charge for staff time is used for this comparison. A brief staff
hour comparison table follows (prices effective January 2025):
Corvallis 75.00
Springfield 109.00
Eugene 125.35
Gresham 166.00
Bend 188.87
Portland 206.00
While the actual costs of a project will vary significantly based on project specifics, a general cost for
building permit work only is provided in the following table (rates effective January, 2025, fees not
to be taken as an indication of what a specific project may cost, fees in table reflect hourly staff
costs as well as additional fees imposed by the jurisdiction):
e) The revenue needs of the city as determined by the adopted city budget
Response: Budgeted personnel costs are increasing 7% between FY25 and FY26 with fund overhead
increasing 23.5% while forecasting continued deficit operations. As such these fee increases are
required to support the solvency and continued operation and reserve needs of the Construction
Permits Fund.
Response to Public Comment
One comment was received opposing the fee increase and asking to reduce or eliminate the increase for
smaller housing units like ADUs and anything qualifying as Middle Housing.
Response: The City Manager considers several factors in determining the amount of fee increases,
including inflationary costs, current reserve levels, and the impact in price to development. Further, the
fee order holds several fees, including fees specific to the development of housing, flat in order to
reduce the impact of a fee increase on housing costs. Under the new fee schedule, an average single-
family dwelling would see a building permit price increase of approximately 5%– in contrast to the
estimated 8% increase in fees for other building types. Additionally, the City currently has developed a
pre-approved ADU plan library with a fixed plan review price which can result in a significant savings.
No changes are being made to the fee order as a result of these comments.
Exhibit B
to Administrative Order 53-25-05-F
Findings - Page 3 of 3
Conclusion
Based on the increase in operating personnel and overhead costs, the assessed reasonableness of the
fees when compared to the total cost of providing the service supported by the fees, the requirement to
provide the service, the prevailing reserve amounts available by service type, and the demonstrated
budgetary need to increase operating revenue for the fund associated with its increased expenses, the
fee increase is in keeping with historic practice, necessary to maintain appropriate levels of fund
solvency, similar to other jurisdictions in Oregon, and required to support appropriate reserve levels for
ongoing service provision.