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Wednesday, October 2, 2024
1:00 P.M. – CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
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To the members of the City Council of the City of Malibu:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Mayor has called a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Malibu to be held at Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA 90265, at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, for the purpose of considering the Proposed Schedule of Fees for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
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Recommended Action: Provide direction and feedback to staff on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Proposed Budget.
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Council Agenda Report
To: Mayor Stewart and the Honorable Members of the City Council Prepared by: Renée Neermann, Financial Controller
Reviewed by: Joseph D. Toney, Assistant City Manager
Approved by: Steve McClary, City Manager
Date prepared: September 25, 2024 Meeting date: October 2, 2024 Subject: Proposed Schedule of Fees Fiscal Year 2024-25
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Provide direction and feedback to staff on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Proposed Budget.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended action. The Schedule of Fees establishes the amount the City can charge for service fees for cost recovery. The City’s FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget includes approximately $6.1 million in revenue from Services Charges and approximately $4.1 million in revenue from Licenses and Permits.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This item is part of the day-to-day operations identified in the Adopted FY 2023-24 Strategic Priority Project List. Staff continue to work on ongoing projects and normal business while the FY 2024-25 Strategic Priority Plan is finalized.
DISCUSSION: State law mandates that agencies such as the City of Malibu charge customers only the fees necessary to recover costs for services provided. Fees cannot exceed the actual cost of the service. If the Schedule of Fees for FY 2024-25 is approved, the revised fees will not generate funds that exceed this standard.
In FY 2015-16, the City completed a comprehensive fee study. The fee rates from that study have been adjusted annually based on inflation, but no new comprehensive review has been conducted since.
Due to changes in operations, staffing, and the fact that the last study was nearly a decade ago, a new comprehensive study was needed to ensure that fees align with the true cost Special Meeting
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of providing services. The City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on August 3, 2023, and selected Matrix Consulting Group, Ltd. (Matrix) in November 2023 to conduct a fee study.
Matrix’s study, which commenced in January 2024, included Department/Division staff interviews, data collection, cost analysis of direct and indirect costs, and a preparation of a proposed fee schedule. Matrix used a “bottom up” approach to cost analysis, where time spent per unit of fee activity was determined for each position within a Department or Division. Once determined, all applicable City costs, including total overhead and consultant time, were then considered in the calculation of the “full” cost of providing each service. The study included a comparative study of other local jurisdictions, and the report contains a detailed description of the full cost recovery, as well as legal and policy considerations.
Film Permit Fees and Parkland Development Fees were not evaluated through this study.
The rates established for these fees are used as a base amount that is increased with a cost-of-living adjustment. The cost-of-living adjustment is derived from the Consumer Price Index (CPI) using an annual percentage from February. The percentage change was
3.4% in February 2024, and this adjustment has been applied to these fees for FY 2024-
25. On August 15, 2024, the Administration and Finance Subcommittee (A&F) met to discuss the completed fee study and proposed Schedule of Fees for FY 2024-25. A&F recommended, without opinion, the proposed fees as presented to the City Council for consideration and discussion. City Council reviewed the Schedule of Fees on September 9, 2024, and recommended conducting a workshop to review the schedule for possible modifications.
Matrix’s completed report (Attachment A) and proposed Schedule of Fees for FY 2024-25 (Attachment B) are being presented for the City Council’s review and as a tool to understand current service levels, the cost of those services, and to determine if any of the proposed fees should be adjusted.
For the proposed Schedule of Fees for FY 2024-25 to take effect, the City Council must adopt the schedule by resolution. This action must occur at a regular meeting no later than 60 days before the new fee schedule’s effective date.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Report on Cost of Services (User Fee) Study
B. Proposed Schedule of Fees for FY 2024-25
2 Report on Cost of Services (User Fee) Study
CITY OF MALIBU, CALIFORNIA
FINAL REPORT
September 2024
3 Attachment A
Table of Contents
1. Introduction and Executive Summary 1
2. Legal Framework and Policy Considerations 5
3. User Fee Study Methodology 9
4. Results Overview 12
5. Administration Fees 13
6. Building 17
7. Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health 29
8. Planning 33
9. Public Works - Engineering 40
10. Community Services 43
11. Development Services Surcharges 47
12. Cost Recovery Considerations 51
Appendix – Comparative Survey 55
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1. Introduction and Executive Summary
The report, which follows, presents the results of the Cost of Services (User Fee) Study conducted by the Matrix Consulting Group for the City of Malibu, California.
Project Background and Overview
The City of Malibu last conducted a comprehensive fee analysis in 2015 and has since updated most of its fees based upon an annual inflationary cost. This study aims to evaluate and determine the full cost (direct and indirect) of providing a variety of City services based upon the existing organizational structure and processes. The Matrix Consulting Group analyzed the cost-of-service relationships that exist between fees for service activities in the following areas: Administration; Building; Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health; Planning; Community Services, and Public Works – Engineering. The results of this Study provide a tool for understanding current service levels and the cost for those services.
General Project Approach and Methodology
The methodology employed by the Matrix Consulting Group is a widely accepted “bottom up” approach to cost analysis, where time spent per unit of fee activity is determined for each position within a Department or Division. Once time spent for a fee activity is determined, all applicable City costs are then considered in the calculation of the “full” cost of providing each service. The following table provides an overview of types of costs applied in establishing the “full” cost of services provided by the City:
Table 1: Overview of Cost Components
Cost Component Description
Direct Fiscal Year 2024 Budgeted salaries, benefits, and allowable expenditures.
Indirect Division, departmental, clerical, and Citywide support.
Together, the cost components in the table above comprise the calculation of the total “full” cost of providing any particular service, regardless of whether a fee for that service is charged.
The work accomplished by the Matrix Consulting Group in the analysis of the proposed fees for service involved the following steps:
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• Department / Division Staff Interviews: The project team interviewed department / division staff regarding their needs for clarification to the structure of existing fee items, or for addition of new fee items.
• Data Collection: Data was collected for each permit / service, including time estimates. In addition, all budgeted costs and staffing levels for Fiscal Year 2024 were entered into the Matrix Consulting Group’s analytical software model. • Cost Analysis: The full cost of providing each service included in the analysis was established.
• Review and Approval of Results with City Staff: Department and City management has reviewed and approved these documented results.
A more detailed description of user fee methodology, as well as legal and policy considerations are provided in subsequent chapters of this report.
Summary of Results
When comparing FY23-24 fee-related budgeted expenditures with fee-related revenue the City is under-recovering its costs by approximately $1.3 million or recovering 85% of its costs. The following table shows by major service area: the revenue collected, the total annual cost, the resulting difference, and the resulting cost recovery percentage.
Table 2: Annual Cost Recovery Analysis
Service Area
Current
Revenue1 Total Cost2 Difference
Cost
Recovery %
Building $2,805,380 $2,841,180 ($35,800) 99%
Geology, Coastal Eng., & Env. Health $2,087,410 $2,189,300 ($101,891) 95% Planning $1,720,595 $2,776,813 ($1,056,218) 62%
Public Works $691,896 $823,612 ($131,716) 84%
Total $7,305,281 $8,630,905 ($1,325,625) 85%
At $1.1 million, the largest source of under-recovery is Planning, which is primarily driven by Coastal Development Permits, Administrative Plan Review and Wireless Communication Facility fees. The typical cost recovery range seen in relation to Planning services is 50% to 80%. At 62% the City is in the lower portion of cost recovery when compared to other jurisdictions.
The next largest deficit is due to Public Works and is a result of proposed modifications to consolidate various fees into the hourly ‘Land Development Permit’ fee. The typical 1 This revenue is based on taking FY23 workload information and multiplying it against current fees to calculate the projected revenue. 2 Fee-related cost represents for that same workload information multiplying it against the full cost (direct, departmental, and citywide overhead) calculated in the study. It will not tie to the total departmental expense, as it is meant to tie to the total fee-related cost incurred based upon application and permits processed.
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cost recovery for those fees is 80-100%, and again the City is at the lower end of that range at 84%.
The detailed documentation of this study will show an over-collection for some fees (on a per unit basis), and an undercharge for most others. The results of this analysis will provide the Department and the City with guidance on how to right-size their fees to ensure that each service unit is set at an amount that does not exceed the full cost of providing that service. The display of the cost recovery figures shown in this report are meant to provide a basis for policy development discussions among Council members and City staff, and do not represent a recommendation for where or how the Council should act. The setting of the “rate” or “price” for services, whether at 100 percent full cost recovery or lower, is a policy decision to be made only by the Council, with input from City staff and the community.
Considerations for Cost Recovery Policy and Updates
The Matrix Consulting Group recommends that the City use the information contained in this report to make any necessary updates to their formal Cost Recovery policies and continue with their annual updates to fees for service. 1 Adopt a Formal Cost Recovery Policy
The Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) best practices for Establishing Government Charges and fees state that governmental entities should adopt formal policies regarding charges and fees, which include the jurisdiction’s intention to recover the full cost or partial costs of providing services, sets forth circumstances under which the jurisdiction might set a charge or fee at less than or more than 100% of full cost, and outlines the considerations that might influence the jurisdiction’s pricing decision.
Matrix Consulting Group strongly recommends that the City adopt a formalized, individual cost recovery policy for each service area included in this Study. Whenever a cost recovery policy is established at less than 100% of the full cost of providing services, a known gap in funding is recognized and may then potentially be recovered through other revenue sources. Matrix Consulting Group considers a formalized cost recovery policy for various fees for service an industry Best Management Practice. 2 Continue Annual Fee Update / Increase Mechanism
The purpose of a comprehensive update is to completely revisit the analytical structure, service level estimates and assumptions, and to account for any major shifts in cost components or organizational structures that have occurred since the City’s previous analysis.
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GFOA best practices for Establishing Government Charges and Fees states that governmental entities should review, and update charges and fees periodically based on factors such as the impact of inflation, other cost increases, adequacy of cost recovery, use of services, and the competitiveness of current rates to avoid large infrequent fee increases. Therefore, it is recommended the City continue the practice of conducting comprehensive analyses every five to seven years as this practice captures any changes to organizational structure, processes, code amendments, as well as any new service areas.
In between comprehensive updates, the City should continue to utilize published industry economic factors such as Consumer Price Index (CPI) or other regional factors to update the cost calculations established in the Study annually. Utilizing an annual increase mechanism ensures that the City receives appropriate fee increases that reflect growth in costs. This annual increase factor should be consistent across all departments / services and be agreed upon by City Council.
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2. Legal Framework and Policy Considerations
This section of the report is intended to provide an overview regarding overall legal rules and regulations as well as general policy considerations for fees for service. A “user fee” is a charge for service provided by a governmental agency to a public citizen or group. In California, several constitutional laws such as Propositions 13, 4, and 218, State Government Codes 66014 and 66016, and more recently Prop 26 and the Attorney General’s Opinion 92-506 set the parameters under which the user fees typically administered by local government are established and administered. Specifically, California State Law, Government Code 66014(a), stipulates that user fees charged by local agencies “…may not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing the service for which the fee is charged”.
General Principles and Philosophies Regarding User Fees Local governments are providers of many types of general services to their communities.
While all services provided by local government are beneficial to constituents, some services can be classified as globally beneficial to all citizens, while others provide more of a direct benefit to a specific group or individual. The following table provides examples of services provided by local government within a continuum of the degree of community benefit received:
Table 3: Services in Relation to Benefit Received
“Global” Community Benefit “Global” Benefit and an
Individual or Group Benefit Individual or Group Benefit • Police
• Park Maintenance
• Fire Suppression
• Recreation / Community
Services
• Fire Prevention
• Building Permits
• Planning and Zoning Permits
• Site Plan Permits
• Engineering Development
Review
• Facility Rentals
Funding for local government is obtained from a myriad of revenue sources such as taxes, fines, grants, special charges, user fees, etc. In recent years, alternative tax revenues, which typically offset subsidies for services provided to the community, have become increasingly limited. These limitations have caused increased attention on user fee activities as a revenue source that can offset costs otherwise subsidized (usually) by the general fund. In Table 3, services in the “global benefit” section tend to be funded primarily through voter approved tax revenues. In the middle of the table, one typically finds a mixture of taxes, user fee, and other funding sources. Finally, in the “individual / 9 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 6
group benefit” section of the table, lie the services provided by local government that are typically funded almost entirely by user fee revenue.
The following are two central concepts regarding the establishment of user fees:
• Fees should be assessed according to the degree of individual or private benefit gained from services. For example, the processing and approval of a land use or building permit will generally result in monetary gain to the applicant, whereas Police services and Fire Suppression are examples of services that are essential to the safety of the community at large.
• A profit-making objective should not be included in the assessment of user fees.
In fact, California laws require that the charges for service be in direct proportion to the costs associated with providing those services. Once a charge for service is assessed at a level higher than the actual cost of providing a service, the term “user fee” no longer applies. The charge then becomes a tax subject to voter approval.
Therefore, it is commonly accepted that user fees are established at a level that will recover up to, and not more than, the cost of providing a particular service.
General Policy Considerations Regarding User Fees
Undoubtedly, there are programs, circumstances, and services that justify a subsidy from a tax based or alternative revenue source. However, it is essential that jurisdictions prioritize the use of revenue sources for the provision of services based on the continuum of benefit received.
Within the services that are typically funded by user fees, the Matrix Consulting Group recognizes several reasons why City staff or the Council may not advocate the full cost recovery of services. The following factors are key policy considerations in setting fees at less than 100 percent of cost recovery:
• Limitations posed by an external agency. The State or an outside agency will occasionally set a maximum, minimum, or limit the jurisdiction’s ability to charge a fee at all. An example includes time spent copying and retrieving public documents and / or transportation permits.
• Encouragement of desired behaviors. Keeping fees for certain services below full cost recovery may provide better compliance from the community. For example, if the cost of a permit for charging a water heater in residential home is higher than the cost of the water heater itself, many citizens will avoid pulling the permit. 10 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 7
• Benefit received by user of the service and the community at large is mutual.
Many services that directly benefit a group or individual equally benefit the community as a whole. Examples include Planning Conformance Review, historical dedications, and certain types of special events.
The Matrix Consulting Group recognizes the need for policies that intentionally subsidize certain activities. The primary goals of a User Fee Study are to provide a fair and equitable basis for determining the costs of providing services and ensure that the City complies with State law.
Parks and Recreation / Community Services Specific
Regulations
Specific rules and regulations within Proposition 26 impact Parks and Recreation / Community Services related activities directly. These regulations note that Parks and Recreation stands apart from other departments and services, as users are not compelled to participate in recreation programs, or to utilize rental facilities. As such, Parks and Recreation fees can be set based on market rates including both private sector providers as well as other public entities. The regulatory exceptions can be separated into two categories – rental rates and recreation programs. The following points provide further information regarding these items:
1. Rental Rates: One of the exceptions to the tax category under proposition 26 is a charge imposed for entrance to or use of local government property, or the purchase, or rental, or lease of local government property3. There is no requirement that these rates must be limited to the cost of service, as they can be dependent upon a variety of features of the facility or park being rented.
2. Recreation Programs: Under Proposition 26, the exception to the tax category is a charge that is “imposed”. Based upon the League of California Cities implementation guide for Proposition 26, as well as other legal opinions, recreation classes, youth sports, and adult sports are not a charge that is “imposed upon residents”. Rather residents have the option to voluntarily participate in those programs or utilize a private entity (non-governmental entity) for those activities.
Therefore, these rates are allowed to be set based on the combination of the cost of administering the program and the demand for the program (estimated participation).
3 Proposition 26 Article XIII C(1)(e)(4)
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Utilizing these two principles is key to understanding the results generated through this analysis. As such, when setting fees specific to Parks and Recreation (Community Services), fees should be based upon the rates that the market can bear.
Summary of Legal Restrictions and Policy Considerations Once the full cost of providing services is known, the next step is to determine the “rate” or “price” for services at a level which is up to, and not more than the full cost amount.
The Council is responsible for this decision, which often becomes a question of balancing service levels and funding sources. The placement of a service or activity within the continuum of benefit received may require extensive discussion and at times fall into a “grey area”. However, with the resulting cost of services information from a User Fee Study, the Council can be assured that the adopted fee for service is reasonable, fair, and legal. The City should review all fees for service evaluated though this analysis. Where appropriate, the City can consider adjusting existing subsidies to reduce the deficit, and to remain in compliance with the law, any fees identified as over-recovering must be reduced.
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3. User Fee Study Methodology
The Matrix Consulting Group utilizes a cost allocation methodology commonly known and accepted as the “bottom-up” approach to establishing User Fees. The term means that the cost is calculated for each fee or line-item individually based upon the level of effort associated with that particular fee. The following chart describes the components of a full cost calculation:
The following subsections discuss the two components of the basis of the full cost.
Time Estimation
Utilization of time estimates is a reasonable and defensible approach, especially since experienced staff members who understand service levels and processes unique to the City developed these estimates. The project team worked closely with City staff in developing time estimates with the following criteria:
• Estimates are representative of average times for providing services. Extremely difficult or abnormally simple projects are not factored in the analysis. • Estimates reflect the time associated with the position or positions that typically perform a service.
• Estimates provided by staff are reviewed and approved by the department / division, and often involve multiple iterations before a Study is finalized. • Estimates are reviewed by the project team for “reasonableness” against their experience with other agencies.
• Estimates are not based on time and motion studies, as they are not practical for the scope of services and time frame for this project.
• Estimates match the current or proposed staffing levels to ensure there is no overallocation of staff resources to fee and non-fee related activities.
Time Assumption by
Position
Fully Burdened Hourly
Rate Total Cost
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The Matrix Consulting Group agrees that while the use of time estimates is not perfect, it is the best alternative available for setting a standard level of service on which to base a jurisdiction’s fees for service while meeting the requirements of California law.
The alternative to time estimating is actual time tracking, often referred to billing on a “time and materials” basis. Except in the case of anomalous or sometimes very large and complex projects, the Matrix Consulting Group believes this approach to not be cost effective or reasonable for the following reasons:
• Accuracy in time tracking is compromised by the additional administrative burden required to track, bill, and collect for services in this manner. • Additional costs are associated with administrative staff’s billing, refunding, and monitoring deposit accounts.
• Customers often prefer to know the fees for services in advance of applying for permits or participating in programs.
• Departments can better predict revenue streams and staff needs using standardized time estimates and anticipated permit volumes.
Situations arise where the size and complexity of a given project warrants time tracking and billing on a “time and materials” basis. The Matrix Consulting Group has recommended taking a deposit and charging Actual Costs for such fees as appropriate and itemized within the current fee schedule.
Fully Burdened Hourly Rates
The fully burdened hourly rates calculated through this study include the following components:
• Salaries: FY23-24 Budgeted salaries were utilized and consolidated at the positional level.
• Benefits: FY23-24 Budgeted benefits were utilized and consolidated at the positional level.
• Productive Hours: Based on the City of Malibu’s current personnel system rules, working or productive hours were calculated. This means taking the 2,080 starting hours and reducing the hours by vacation, sick, holidays, trainings, and administrative leave.
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• Departmental / Divisional Overhead: This captures any internal service charges or operating supply costs such as vehicles, supplies, etc. Additionally, this component includes the cost associated with support from Director, Administrative and Analytical staff that do not directly work on fees. • Citywide Overhead: This captures support provided by City Council, City Manager, City Clerk, City Attorney, Finance, and Human Resources. The costs are based upon the City’s FY23-24 indirect cost allocation plan (provided under separate cover).
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4. Results Overview
The motivation behind a cost of services (User Fee) analysis is for the Council and Departmental staff to maintain services at a level that is both accepted and effective for the community, and also to maintain control over the policy and management of these services.
It should be noted that the results presented in this report are not a precise measurement.
In general, a cost-of-service analysis takes a “snapshot in time”, where a fiscal year of financial and operational information is utilized. Changes to the structure of fee names, along with the use of time estimates allow only for a reasonable projection of subsidies and revenue. Consequently, the Council and Department staff should rely conservatively upon these estimates to gauge the impact of implementation going forward.
Discussion of results in the following chapters is intended as a summary of extensive and voluminous cost allocation documentation produced during the Study. Each chapter will include detailed cost calculation results for each major permit category including the following:
• Modifications: discussions regarding any proposed revisions to the current fee schedule, including elimination or addition of fees.
• “Per Unit” Results: comparison of the full cost of providing each unit of service to the current fee for each unit of service (where applicable). • Annualized Results: utilizing volume of activity estimates annual subsidies and revenue impacts were projected.
The full analytical results were provided to City staff under separate cover from this summary report.
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5. Administration Fees
The Administrative Fee category encompasses fees for services that are applied Citywide, including copy fees, credit card surcharges, film permits, and alarm fees. While these services can be applied Citywide, the City Clerk and Finance are responsible for overseeing, processing, and administering them. The following subsections discuss fee schedule modifications and detail per-unit results for each major service area.
Fee Schedule Modifications
In discussions with staff, it was proposed to eliminate ‘Passport’ related fees from the City Clerk’s fee schedule as services is no longer offered. This modification ensures that the proposed fee schedule more accurately reflects the services currently being provided by the City.
Detailed Results – City Clerk
City Clerk collect fees for copy and reproductions fees, subpoena fees, and filing fees.
The total cost calculated for each service includes direct staff costs and Departmental and Citywide overhead. The following table details the fee name, current fee, total cost, and difference associated with each service offered.
Table 4: Total Cost Per Unit Results – City Clerk
Fee Name Current Fee Total Cost Difference
Copies4
Standard $0.10 $0.10 $0.00
Certified $16 $16 $0
Color $0.25 $0.25 $0.00
Oversize Plans:
Per Sheet $5 $5 $0
Actual Cost Direct Cost
Special Projects Direct Cost of Duplication
Reproduction on CD/DVD $5 $2 $3
Document Recording and Filing Fee
Refer to LA County Registrar- Recorder/County
Clerk
Dolphin Decal $5 $6 ($1)
Lobbyist Registration5 $46 $100 ($54)
Subpoena Copies
Standard Copies6 $0.10 $0.10 $0.00
Oversized Documents Direct Cost of Duplication
4 GOV § 70627 (a)
5 GOV § 86102
6 GOV § 70627 (a)
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Fee Name Current Fee Total Cost Difference
Clerical Costs7 $24 $24 $0
Retrieval of Records Direct Cost of Retrieval
Subpoena Duces Tecum
Documents8 $15 $15 $0
Persons9 $275 $275 $0
Vehicle Impound Fee10 $150 $150 $0
At $3, ‘Reproduction of CD/DVD’ is the only over-recovery. Under-recoveries range from $1 for ‘Dolphin Decal’ to $54 for Lobbyist Registration.
Detailed Results – Finance
Finance collects fees for alarm permits and non-sufficient fund checks. The total cost calculated for alarm permits shows the total City staff time spent administering these fees and penalties. The calculation includes direct staff costs and Departmental and Citywide overhead. The following table details the fee name, current fee, total cost, and difference associated with each service offered.
Table 5: Total Cost Per Unit Results – Finance
Fee Name Current Fee Total Cost Difference
Alarm Permit
New $71 $76 ($5)
Renewal $43 $51 ($8)
Reinstatement $71 $76 ($5)
False Alarm
Third False Alarm in 12-month period $314 $355 ($41)
Each Add'l False Alarm $105 $127 ($22)
Non-Sufficient Funds Check11
First Check $40 $25 $15
Subsequent Checks $40 $35 $5
Finance is currently under recovery for all of their alarm permits, ranging from a low of $5 for ‘Alarm Permit – New’ to a high of $41 for ‘False Alarm – Third False Alarm in a 12- month period.’ Typically, alarm fees maximums are set by city ordinance, or are increase exponentially to distinctive repeat offenses. Additionally, the cost for non-sufficient fund checks is set by state law, as such, the City would need to adjust their fees accordingly. 7 EVI § 1563(b)(1) 8 EVI § 1563(b)(6)
9 GOV § 68097.2 (b)
10 Fee is set based on Resolution No. 21-15 and has not been changed since that resolution and was not evaluated in this study. 11 CIV § 1719(a) 18 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 15
Filming Fees
In relation to film permits, the City contracts with SWS to oversee and administer film permits. The current contract splits the majority of fees collected; 75% remains with SWS and 25% is passed onto the City to offset the impact filming within City property. SWS sets filming rates based on market rates and in accordance with the LA Film commission, as such these fees were not evaluated through this study.
Credit Card Transaction Fee
The City of Malibu incurs a fee from credit card companies for any transactions that require the use of credit cards. To recover the costs associated with these credit card transaction fees, the City currently charges a 2.90% surcharge on all transactions.
Through this study, the project team worked with City staff to determine the appropriate surcharge amount.
In order to calculate the surcharge, the project team divided the budgeted expenditures associated with bank fees by the potential budgeted revenue made against those credit card transactions. The following table shows this calculation:
Table 6: Credit Card Transaction Fee Calculation
Category Amount
Credit Card Fee Charges $106,448
Credit Card Transaction Amount $3,670,629
Credit Card Fee Rate 3.90%
Based upon this calculation, the City’s full cost associated with credit card fees is 3.90%.
This percentage represents the maximum justifiable amount the City could charge an applicant and remain in compliance with state and federal laws. The following table compares the City’s current fee to the full cost fee calculated through this study:
Table 7: Credit Card Transaction Fee Per Unit Result Comparison Category Current Fee Full Cost Difference
Credit Card Convenience Fee 2.90% 3.90% (1.00%)
The full cost fee represents a cost recovery level of 74%.
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and does not include the basis upon which the other jurisdictions calculated or developed their fee. The following table shows the results of this comparative analysis:
Table 8: Credit Card Transaction Fee – Comparative Survey Jurisdiction Fee Amount
Camarillo 2.65% of Fees Paid
Manhattan Beach 2.3% of Fees Paid
Redondo Beach 3% of Fees Paid
West Hollywood $3.95 Per Transaction
Of the surveyed jurisdictions, all assess a fee less than the full cost calculated. At 3%, Redondo Beach charges the most, similar to Malibu’s current fee of 2.90%. West Hollywood is the only jurisdiction that charges a flat fee rather than a percentage.
Annual Results
Due to a majority of these fees being state set, regulated by municipal code, or contracted out no annual results were analyzed.
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6. Building
The Building Division is responsible for all plan check and inspection associated with existing or new construction. The fees examined within this study relate to structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing plan check an inspection. The following subsections discuss fee schedule modifications and detailed per unit results for the fee-related services provided by Building.
Fee Schedule Modifications
In discussions with staff, the following modifications were proposed to the current fee schedule:
• Expanded Fees: For consistency with other fees, staff proposed expanding ‘Battery Backup System’ and ‘Generators and Transfer Switches – Rating 1 to 50 HP / 1 to 37 kW’ and ‘Generators and Transfer Switches – Rating 51 HP or greater HP / 38 or greater kW’ into the following two categories: ‘Plan Check’ and ‘Permit’ • New Fees: Staff proposed the addition of the following fee as they highlight either services already offered but not codified on the fee schedule or new services the City is looking to provide:
- ‘Generators and Transfer Switches – Rating 1 to 50 HP / 1 to 37 kW’ plan check and inspection and ‘Generators and Transfer Switches – Rating 51 HP or greater HP / 38 or greater kW’ plan check and inspection. - ‘Dark Skies Ordinance’ for Residential and Commercial - ‘Elevated Exterior Elements Assessment Report’
• Modified Fees: The following are miscellaneous modifications proposed by staff:
- Staff proposed changing ‘Pile Repair’ from ‘each’ to ‘per pile’. - Staff moved the ‘Change of address / House Number’ to the Planning fee schedule as that department is now responsible for this service. - Staff proposed renaming ‘Solid Waste and Encroachment Permit Application’ to ‘Hauler Permit Annual Fee’.
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Detailed Results
The Building Division collect fees for structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing plan check and inspection. The total cost calculated for each service includes direct staff costs and Departmental and Citywide overhead. The following table details the fee name, current fee, total cost, and difference associated with each service offered.
Table 9: Total Cost Per Unit Results – Building
Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Building - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Fees
Plan Check Fees (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Only) $215 $232 ($17) Emergency Inspection Fee - After Hours $323 $293 $29
Electrical Permit Fees
New Residential
Single and Two-Family $0.28 $0.28 $0.00
Garage, Carport (Attached/Detached) $0.15 $0.14 $0.01
Multi-Family 0 - 1,000 SF $0.40 $0.42 ($0.02)
Multi-Family 1,001 - 5,000 SF $0.65 $0.62 $0.03
Multi-Family > 5,000 SF $0.53 $0.52 $0.01
Remodel Residential Buildings $0.28 $0.26 $0.02
New Commercial/Tenant Improvement $0.51 $0.49 $0.02
Outlets/Lighting Fixture $54 $62 ($9)
Branch Circuits
Branch Circuits 1-10 $27 $30 ($3)
Branch Circuits 11-40 $21 $25 ($4)
Branch Circuits 41-Up $18 $20 ($2)
Fixed Appliance (Not Over 1 HP) $43 $50 ($7)
Disconnect $43 $50 ($7)
Battery Backup System
Plan Check $54 $232 ($179)
Permit $54 $250 ($196)
Electric Vehicle Charging Station (Residential)
EV Outlet $108 $125 ($17)
Single Phase Wall Unit:
Plan Check $108 $232 ($125)
Permit $108 $250 ($142)
Three Phase Wall Unit; Stand Alone; Commercial:
Plan Check $430 $407 $23
Permit $430 $437 ($7)
Generators and Transfer Switches
Rating 1 to 50 HP / 1 to 37 kW
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Rating 51 HP or greater HP / 38 or greater kW
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $430 $375 $55
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Services, Switchboards & Subs
0 To 399 Amps $108 $125 ($17)
400 To 1000 Amps (> 600Amp Requires Plan Check) $161 $187 ($26) > 1000 Amps $215 $250 ($35)
Pedestal Including Meters $215 $250 ($35)
Temporary Power
Temporary Service Pole or Pedestal Incl. Meters $215 $250 ($35) Temp Service Pole Incl. Sub Poles, Switches & Outlets $323 $375 ($52) Temporary Trailer Insp. Fee (Pre-Site) $323 $375 ($52)
Misc. Conduits and Conductors
Apparatus/Equip/Conduits/Conductors - All Other $108 $125 ($17) Change From Overhead to Underground $215 $250 ($35)
Private Swimming Pools
Inground Swimming Pool (Incl. Equipment) $108 $125 ($17) Other Pools (Spas, Hot Tubs, Etc.) $215 $250 ($35)
Alterations to Swimming Pools $54 $82 ($29)
Signs, Outline Lighting and Marquees
First Sign and Transformer $215 $250 ($35)
Each Additional Sign, Transformer, Circuit $54 $62 ($9) Alterations/Relocations of Existing Signs $54 $62 ($9)
Time Clock $54 $42 $12
Plumbing Permit Fees
Backflow Prevention Device
Up To 2" Diameter $54 $62 ($9)
Over 2" Diameter $108 $82 $25
Gas System
1 To 5 Outlets $108 $125 ($17)
Each Additional Outlet $21 $25 ($4)
Yard Gas Piping
0 - 300 Feet $108 $125 ($17)
Each Additional 300' Increment $21 $25 ($4)
Service Water Piping
0 - 300 Feet $108 $125 ($17)
Each Additional 300' Increment $21 $25 ($4)
Ejector Pump/Sump With Basin (requires plan check) $108 $125 ($17) Sewer Connection to Wastewater Treatment Facility
Residential:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Non-Residential:
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $645 $749 ($104)
Sewer Line Repair and Maintenance $215 $250 ($35)
Hose Bibs $54 $62 ($9)
Irrigation $54 $62 ($9)
Hydrozone $108 $125 ($17)
Graywater
Simple $108 $250 ($142)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Complex $161 $250 ($89)
Landscape Ordinance Plan Check
Simple $108 $125 ($17)
Complex $215 $250 ($35)
Rain Water Harvesting System
Rain Water Harvesting System $215 $500 ($285)
Storage Tank $215 $500 ($285)
Premanufactured Spa $430 $500 ($70)
Repair/Alter of Piping or Drainage $21 $25 ($4)
Roof Drain $54 $62 ($9)
Lavatory $54 $62 ($9)
Shower / Bath Tub $54 $62 ($9)
Toilet $54 $62 ($9)
Earthquake Shut Off Valve $54 $62 ($9)
Trap Primer $54 $62 ($9)
Water Heater (and/or Vent) $54 $62 ($9)
Mechanical Permit Fees
Split System/Mini Split System $215 $250 ($35)
FAU Heating/AC Units
100K to 500K BTU $108 $125 ($17)
> 500K BTU $161 $167 ($6)
Heating or Cooling Coils $54 $62 ($9)
Radiant Floor Heating (Requires Plan Check) $108 $125 ($17) Air Outlets For Heating/Cooling $54 $62 ($9)
Commercial Air Dist. System (Heating/Cooling/Vent) $43 $50 ($7) Ventilation Fans On Single Duct (Incl. Dryer Exhaust) $43 $50 ($7) Ventilation Fan
To 300 CFM $43 $50 ($7)
301 CFM and Over $43 $50 ($7)
Hood
Commercial Hood (Incl. Duct) $108 $125 ($17)
Residential Hood (Incl. Duct) $108 $125 ($17)
Appliance or Piece of Equipment Not Listed $108 $125 ($17) Premanufactured Fire Place $108 $125 ($17)
Gas System (For projects where plumbing permit has not been issued) 1 to 5 Outlets $108 $125 ($17)
Each Additional Outlet $21 $25 ($4)
Central Vacuum System $215 $250 ($35)
Evaporative Cooler $108 $125 ($17)
Factory Built or Metal Chimney $108 $125 ($17)
Metallic Flues $108 $125 ($17)
Yard Gas Piping (For projects where plumbing permit has not been issued)
0 - 300 Feet $108 $125 ($17)
Each Additional 300' Increment $21 $25 ($4)
Building - Itemized Building Construction Fees
Awning
Plan Check $108 $116 ($9)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Permit $108 $125 ($17)
Balcony addition
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Bay window
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Carport
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $323 $375 ($52)
Covered Porch
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Deck - Attached (2 Max.) / Detached (each)
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Deck/Balcony Repair
Minor (Structural):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Major (Structural):
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Demolition
Demolition (up to 3,000 s.f.):
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Additional demolition Permit $108 $125 ($17)
Excavation Permit $108 $125 ($17)
Masonry Fence/Wall
Masonry fence: up to 6' high (up to 100 ln. ft.):
Plan Check $161 $174 ($13)
Permit $269 $312 ($44)
Additional masonry walls $108 $125 ($17)
Masonry fence: > 6' high (up to 100 ln. ft.):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $323 $375 ($52)
Additional masonry walls > 6 ' height $161 $175 ($14)
Cabana
Cabana (<300 s.f.):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Cabana (>300 s.f.):
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Patio Cover/Trellis:
Patio cover/Trellis (<500 s.f.):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Patio cover/Trellis (>500 s.f.):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Pilaster per city standard (up to 6' high) $54 $62 ($9) Automatic Vehicular Gates (up to 2 access points)
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Retaining Wall
Retaining wall: < 7'' high (up to 50 ln ft.):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $323 $375 ($52)
Additional retaining wall
Plan Check $108 $116 ($9)
Permit $108 $125 ($17)
Retaining wall: 7 - ≤ 10' high (up to 50 ln ft.):
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Additional retaining wall
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Retaining wall: 10' + high (up to 30 ln. ft.):
Plan Check $1,075 $1,162 ($87)
Permit $538 $625 ($87)
Additional retaining wall
Plan Check $108 $116 ($9)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Fireplace
Masonry fireplace/Isokern:
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $323 $375 ($52)
Lighting Pole
Lighting pole:
Plan Check $54 $58 ($4)
Permit $108 $125 ($17)
Each add'l pole (up to 5):
Plan Check $54 $58 ($4)
Permit $54 $62 ($9)
Reroof
Reroofing, < 30sq. & < 5.9 lb./sq. (Permit) $430 $500 ($70) Reroofing, < 30sq. & > 5.9 lb./sq.:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Additional Reroof Permit $161 $175 ($14)
Additional Reroof Flat Roof Only (Permit) $54 $75 ($21) Elective Cool Roof - Residential (Plan Check) $108 $116 ($9) Re-Stucco Permit $430 $500 ($70)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Skylight
Skylight (less than 10 sq. ft.):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Skylight (greater than 10 sq. ft. or structural):
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $323 $375 ($52)
Solar
Solar Hot Water Heating:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Solar Pool Heating:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Photovoltaic
Plan Check $150 $116 $34
Permit $150 $125 $25
Battery Backup System
Plan Check $108 $116 ($9)
Permit $108 $125 ($17)
Generators and Transfer Switches
Rating 1 to 50 HP / 1 to 37 kW:
Plan Check $215 $465 ($250)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Rating 51 HP or greater HP / 38 or greater kW:
Plan Check $430 $697 ($267)
Permit $430 $375 $55
Signs
Building:
Plan Check $54 $58 ($4)
Permit $108 $62 $45
Electrical:
Plan Check $54 $58 ($4)
Permit $54 $62 ($9)
Swimming Pool/Spa
Swim Pool (Res. < 800 SF) inclusive of MEP:
Plan Check $645 $511 $134
Permit $860 $999 ($139)
Swim Pool (Com. or > 800 SF) inclusive of MEP:
Plan Check $1,290 $1,325 ($35)
Permit $1,075 $1,249 ($174)
Swimming Pool Remodel:
Gunite
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Plaster
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Spa:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Temporary Constr. Trailer w/ Ramp
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Window/Slider
Replacement (non-structural up to 5) Permit $215 $250 ($35) New Window Retrofit (up to 5):
Plan Check $54 $116 ($62)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
New window (w/ structural; up to 5):
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $323 $375 ($52)
Septic Systems
Residential - Alternative - Inspection $753 $874 ($122) Residential - Conventional - Inspection $538 $625 ($87) Commercial - Alternative - Inspection $1,075 $1,249 ($174) Commercial - Conventional - Inspection $968 $1,124 ($157) Repair / Alteration (1-3 components) $215 $250 ($35)
Repair / Alteration (over 3 components) $215 $250 ($35) Disconnection/Abandonment of system $215 $250 ($35)
Sewer Connection to OWTS $215 $250 ($35)
OWTS System Abandonment $215 $250 ($35)
Grading Inspection and Plan Check
1 - 50 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $860 $999 ($139)
51 - 100 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check $323 $349 ($26)
Permit $1,075 $1,249 ($174)
101 - 500 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check $645 $697 ($52)
Permit $1,290 $1,499 ($209)
501 - 1000 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check $1,075 $1,162 ($87)
Permit $1,505 $1,749 ($244)
> 1000 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check $1,720 $1,859 ($139)
Permit $2,365 $2,748 ($383)
Plus, for each additional 500 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $108 $150 ($42)
Stormwater inspection $215 $250 ($35)
Drainage
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Biofiltration, Detention Device
Minor:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Major:
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $645 $749 ($104)
Caisson
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $108 $125 ($17)
Pile Repair
Plan Check $430 $232 $198
Permit $430 $125 $305
Foundation Repair
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Foundation Only 25% 42% (17%)
Underpinning to Existing Foundation - Minor:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Underpinning to Existing Foundation - Major:
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Grade Beams
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $430 $500 ($70)
Bulkheads/Seawalls/Wave Uprush Study
Plan Check $1,075 $1,162 ($87)
Permit $1,075 $1,249 ($174)
Remodel Interior/Exterior:
Minor Non-Structural:
Plan Check 40% 40% 0%
Permit 40% 40% 0%
Minor with Structural:
Plan Check 50% 50% 0%
Permit 50% 50% 0%
Major Non-Structural:
Plan Check 50% 50% 0%
Permit 50% 50% 0%
Major with Structural:
Plan Check 60% 60% 0%
Permit 60% 60% 0%
Parking Lot- Striping/Replacement - Plan Ck & Insp
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
Wireless Telecomm Facility (Antenna Only)
Plan Check $430 $465 ($35)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Accessibility Hardship Extension Permit $645 $749 ($104) Permit Time Extension Fee $323 $375 ($52)
Preliminary Review (Covers 2 Hrs - Add. @ Hrly Rate) $430 $500 ($70) Administrative Fee (Charge @ Hrly Rate) $215 $250 ($35) Administrative Permit Processing Fee $54 $62 ($9)
Administrative Plan Check Processing Fee $54 $58 ($4)
Revised Energy Analysis $430 $465 ($35)
Miscellaneous Fee (Charge @ Hrly Rate) $215 $250 ($35)
As-built Plan Review $430 $500 ($70)
Plan Comparison Check (Hrly Rate - 1 Hr Min.) $215 $250 ($35) Minor Plan Revision (Hrly Rate - 2 Hr Min.) $430 $500 ($70) Permit Processing Fee - Expired Plan Check $860 $999 ($139) Permit Processing Fee - Expired Permit $860 $999 ($139) Plan Check (Application) Extension $215 $250 ($35)
Site Inspections Not Covered by Fees $430 $500 ($70)
Bldg Plan Check Fee (Hrly Rate - 1 Hr Min.) $215 $232 ($17) Excessive Plan Check Fee (Third Review) (Per Hr) $215 $232 ($17) Non-Compliance Fee - Excess Inspection (Per Hr) $215 $250 ($35) Change of Occupant Inspection $215 $375 ($160)
Dark Skies Ordinance
New Residential
Plan Check New $232 N/A
Permit New $250 N/A
Commercial – Small Sites
Plan Check New $1,394 N/A
Permit New $1,499 N/A
Commercial – Large Sites
Plan Check New $1,859 N/A
Permit New $1,999 N/A
Elevated Exterior Elements Assessment Report
1 - 9 Elements New $241 N/A
10 - 49 Elements New $482 N/A
50 -99 Elements New $964 N/A
100 or More Elements New $1,447 N/A
Building - Structural Inspection and Plan Check
All New Residential Construction (includes additions)
Plan Check $2.28 $2.26 $0.02
Permit $2.28 $2.29 ($0.01)
Residential Remodels
Minor Non-Structural 40% 40% 0%
Minor with Structural 50% 50% 0%
Major Non-Structural 50% 50% 0%
Major with Structural 60% 60% 0%
Residential Non-Structural Interior Remodel
Level 1: Less than or equal to 500 S.F.:
Plan Check $215 $232 ($17)
Permit $215 $250 ($35)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Level 2: 501-1,000 S.F.:
Plan Check $323 $349 ($27)
Permit $323 $375 ($53)
Level 3: 1,001-1,500 S.F.:
Plan Check $538 $581 ($44)
Permit $538 $625 ($88)
All Non-Residential (includes commercial)
Plan Check $2.56 $0.97 $1.59
Permit $2.86 $1.73 $1.13
Tenant Improvements (TI)
< 5,000 SF
Plan Check $1.42 $0.45 $0.97
Permit $1.41 $0.69 $0.45
> 5,000 SF
Plan Check $1.71 $0.22 $1.49
Permit $1.71 $0.56 $1.15
Utility and Miscellaneous
Plan Check $1.05 $0.97 $0.08
Permit $1.99 $2.08 ($0.09)
Miscellaneous
Building Board of Appeals $430 $500 ($70)
Building Permit Investigation Fee (For Work Without a Permit) $430 $500 ($70) Certificate Of Occupancy - Temporary $430 $500 ($70)
Document Imaging Fee
Building Permits $8 $9 ($1)
Environmental Health $29 $31 ($2)
Geology, Coastal Engineering & Wave Uprush Reports $29 $31 ($2) Septic Approvals $8 $9 ($1)
Emergency Inspection Fee - After Hours $323 $250 $73
Foundation Only Administrative Fee $430 $250 $180
Permit Renewals
No Inspections 100% 100% 0%
Rough Inspection 50% 50% 0%
Final Inspection 20% 20% 0%
Replacement of Job Card $20 $20 $0
School Processing Fee - SMMUSD $55 $62 ($7)
Hauler Permit Annual Fee
Solid Waste Bin Placement - 0 to 10 Bins $1,343 $1,792 ($449) Solid Waste Bin Placement - Over 10 Bins $90 $163 ($73) Building primarily under-recovers for their fees. The largest deficit at $668 is in relation to ‘Residential Non-Structural Interior Remodel – Level 3: 1,001-1,500 S.F’, followed by at ‘Residential Non-Structural Interior Remodel – Level 2: 501 -1,000 S.F’ and ‘Grading Inspection and Plan Check - >1,000 Cubic Yards – Permit’ at $401 and $383, respectively.
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Annual Revenue Impact
Based on the FY23 permit information, Building has an under-recovery of roughly $36,000.
The following table shows by major fee category: revenue at current fee, total projected annual cost, and the resulting difference.
Table 10: Annual Results – Building
Fee Category
Revenue at
Current Fee
Annual
Cost Difference
MEPs $719,742 $774,224 ($54,483)
Miscellaneous Building Permits $1,168,534 $1,183,603 ($15,069) Square Footage Based Bldg Permits $917,105 $883,353 $33,752 Total $2,805,380 $2,841,180 ($35,800)
Building has an annual cost recovery of 99%, which reflects roughly a $38,000 deficit.
MEP and miscellaneous building permit fees are the primarily reason for the deficit. Most of the MEP deficit is caused by the per fixture plumbing fee and the ‘appliance or piece of equipment not listed fee’. Due to the high instances of these types of permits, even a small increase in their fee would bridge the cost recovery gap. The ‘Dark Skies Ordinance’ is the main reason for the large difference in miscellaneous building permits. As previously stated, to account for permits relating to this ordinance, staff has proposed codifying this service in the department’s fee schedule. 32 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 29
7. Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health is responsible for mitigating construction impacts on coastal areas, along with focusing on environmental sustainability. The fees examined within this study relate to coastal and geological project review and onsite wastewater treatment (OWTS) review and inspections. The following subsections discuss fee schedule modifications and detailed per unit results for the fee-related services provided by Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health.
Fee Schedule Modifications
In discussions with staff, the following modifications were proposed to the current fee schedule:
• Eliminated Fees: Staff proposed eliminating the following fee as these services are no longer offered:
- ‘Geology and Geotechnical Board of Appeals’
- ‘Operating Permit Transfer Fee’
• New Fees: Staff proposed the addition of the following fee as they highlight either services already offered but not codified on the fee schedule or new services the City is looking to provide:
- ‘Operating Fees – Transfer Fee’
- ‘Env Health - OWTS As-Built Review Fee’
• Expanded Fees: Staff proposed expanding ‘OWTS Repairs’ into two fees: ‘Septic Tank Replacement’ and ‘Dispersal Area Replacement’
• Modified Fees: The following points highlight various miscellaneous modifications proposed by staff:
- ‘Replacement/Expansion Tank or Dispersal Field Review’ was renamed ‘OWTS Repairs’.
- ‘OWTS Review of Certificate for Reduced Onsite Wastewater Set Back’ was renamed ‘Env Health - OWTS Reduced Setback Review’.
- ‘Change of Address / House Numbers’ this fee was moved to the Planning fee schedule as that department is now responsible for this service. 33 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 30
These modifications ensure that the proposed fee schedule more accurately reflects the services provided by Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health.
Detailed Results
Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health collect fees for coastal and geological project review and onsite wastewater treatment (OWTS) review and inspections. The total cost calculated for each service includes direct staff costs and Departmental and Citywide overhead. The following table details the fee name, current fee, total cost, and difference associated with each service offered.
Table 11: Total Cost Per Unit Results – Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Coastal Engineering
Building Plan Check Stage Review $870 $870 ($0)
Complex Project Review $3,753 $3,749 $4
Standard Project Review $1,876 $1,875 $1
Minor Project Review $870 $870 ($0)
Time and Materials Fee $264 $268 ($4)
Geology
Bldg and Grading Plan Review (Plans Only) - Following a Plan Approval $1,179 $1,205 ($26) Commercial/Multi-Family Residential Hydrogeolic Reviews $5,053 $5,089 ($36) Lot Line Adjust - SFR
Complex $5,389 $5,490 ($101)
Standard Guest Houses & Second Units $3,704 $3,749 ($45) Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Foundation Repairs $2,527 $2,544 ($17) Single Family Residence
Complex $5,389 $5,490 ($101)
Standard Guest Houses & Second Units $3,704 $3,749 ($45) Subdivisions - SFR
Complex $5,389 $5,490 ($101)
Standard Guest Houses & Second Units $3,704 $3,749 ($45) Miscellaneous
Swimming Pools $3,367 $3,348 $19
Additions $3,367 $3,348 $19
Remodels $3,367 $3,348 $19
Retaining Walls $3,367 $3,348 $19
Seawalls $3,367 $3,348 $19
Slope Repairs $3,367 $3,348 $19
Miscellaneous Geology Projects $264 $268 ($4)
As-built Geotechnical Report Review $538 $536 $2
Environmental Health Review Fees
Non-OWTS Review - Simple
Planning Phase $949 $1,071 ($122)
Building Phase $430 $402 $28
OWTS Repairs
Septic Tank Replacement $430 $536 ($106)
Dispersal Area Replacement $430 $536 ($106)
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Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
OWTS Review - Complex
Planning Phase $2,493 $2,812 ($319)
Building Phase $1,780 $2,009 ($229)
OWTS Review - Complex Commercial12
Planning Phase $8,072 $8,000 $72
Building Phase $8,000 $8,000 $0
Env Health - OWTS Reduced Setback Review $949 $536 $413 Env Health
Hourly Review Fee $239 $268 ($29)
Env Health - OWTS As-Built Review Fee $239 $268 ($29)
Certificate Of OWTS Inspection $280 $402 ($122)
OWTS Compliance Agreement $280 $402 ($122)
Environmental Health Program Fees
Operating Fees
Residential $560 $670 ($110)
Commercial $1,116 $1,339 ($223)
Multi-Family $1,116 $1,339 ($223)
Transfer Fee $239 $268 ($29)
OWTS Practitioner Application Fee
Initial Registration $275 $402 ($127)
Renewal Registration $275 $402 ($127)
Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health primarily under-recovers for their fees. At $319, the largest deficit is in relation to ‘OWTS Review – Complex – Planning Phase’, followed by ‘OWTS Review – Complex – Building Phase’ and commercial and multi-family ‘Operating Fees’ at $229 and $223.
Annual Revenue Impact
Based on the FY23 permit information, Geology, Coastal Engineering, and Environmental Health have an under-recovery of roughly $102,000. The following table shows revenue at the current fee, total projected annual cost, and the resulting difference by major fee category.
Table 12: Annual Results – Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health Fee Category
Revenue at
Current Fee
Annual
Cost Difference
Coastal Eng $112,784 $112,751 $33
Geology $1,319,715 $1,332,693 ($12,978)
Environmental Health $654,911 $743,857 ($88,946)
Total $2,087,410 $2,189,300 ($101,891)
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Geology, Coastal Engineering, & Environmental Health has an annual cost recovery of 95%, which reflects roughly a $102,000 deficit. At $89,000, Environmental Health is the reason for the deficit. Operating Fees for ‘Residential’ and ‘Multi-Family’ accounts for a majority of the deficit. Currently, the City charges $560 and $1,116 for these reviews; the full cost calculated for each is $670 and $1,339, resulting in an $1102 and $223 per unit difference, respectively. Due to the large amount of these permits administered, even a small adjustment would impact cost recovery. Overall, the City should review these fees and others like them, making adjustments to bridge the deficit gap and improve cost recovery.
Over-recoveries, although minimal, are related to coastal engineering and geology fees.
The main contributors to the over-recover are in relation to standard and complex ‘Project Review’ and ‘Single Family Residence – Complex’. Adjusting these fees would bring the City into compliance without impacting cost recovery.
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8. Planning
Planning is responsible for overseeing the City's current and future development and growth, focusing on land use, zoning, infrastructure development, and community design to enhance the quality of life for residents. The fees examined within this study relate to annexation, appeal review, development agreements, landscape plans, site plan review, use permits, and more. The following subsections discuss fee schedule modifications detailed per unit results, and annual revenue impacts for the fee-related services provided by Planning.
Fee Schedule Modifications
In discussions with staff, the following modifications were proposed to the current fee schedule:
• New Fees: Staff proposed the addition of the following fee as they highlight either services already offered but not codified on the fee schedule or new services the City is looking to provide:
- ‘Determination of Commencement of Construction’
- ‘Outdoor Lighting Review– Consultant Review’
- ‘Planning Verification’
- ‘Temporary Housing Permit’
- ‘Planning Consultant Services’
• Expanded Fees: Due to large variability in how the fees are administered, staff proposed expanding the following fee categories:
- Staff proposed parsing out ‘Coastal Development Permit – ‘De-Minimis Waiver fee (DMV)’ from Level 1 into its own category with two sub-categories: ‘OWTS’ and ‘Driveway Improvements’.
- Staff proposed expanding ‘Time Extension’ into two fees: ‘Director’ and ‘Planning Commission’.
- Staff proposed expanding ‘Event Permits – Residential’ into two fees: ‘Event Permit – Residential Minor (Rent Property Less than 100 ppl)’ and ‘Event Permit – Residential Major (All Other Events)’.
- Staff proposed expanding ‘Outdoor Lighting Review– Residential’ into two fees:
‘Outdoor Lighting Review– Residential Minor’ and ‘Outdoor Lighting Review– Residential Major (3 or more structures)’.
- Staff proposed expanding the ‘Special Event Permit’ into ‘Major’ and ‘Minor’ categories.
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• Modified Fees: The following points highlight various miscellaneous modifications proposed by staff:
- ‘Level 1 - OWTS Only; Foundation Only; Emergency Permit Only; De Minimis OWTS CDP Permit Waiver; TUP Events Requiring CDP’ was renamed ‘Level 1 - OWTS Only; Foundation Only; Emergency Permit Only; TUP Events Requiring CDP’.
- ‘Change of Address / House Numbers’ was moved to the Planning fee schedule from the Geology, Environmental and Coastal schedule as planning staff provide this service and the fee name was changed to ‘Address Assignment’ to further clarify the service offered.
• Eliminated Fees: ‘Solar Panels – Roof Mounted’ were removed as Planning no longer reviews roof-mounted panels.
These modifications ensure that the proposed fee schedule more accurately reflects the services currently being provided by Planning.
Detailed Results
Planning collects fees for annexation, appeal review, development agreements, landscape plans, site plan review, use permits, and more. The total cost calculated for each service includes direct staff costs and Departmental and Citywide overhead. The following table details the fee name, current fee, total cost, and difference associated with each service offered.
Table 13: Total Cost Per Unit Results – Planning
Fee Name Current Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Address Assignment $323 $435 ($112)
Administrative Plan Review
Level 1 - Revision to Previously Issued APR 1/2 of current fee $1,129 N/A Level 2 - Landscape Only $396 $1,317 ($921)
Level 3 - Landscape and Site Improvements $860 $2,273 ($1,413) Level 4 - APR Minor $1,590 $3,216 ($1,626)
Level 5 - APR Major $4,652 $6,694 ($2,042)
Level 6 - APR for Major Remodel (<50% of exterior walls) $7,156 $9,024 ($1,868) Appeal Fee $750 $16,502 ($15,752)
Archaeology
Phase 1 $396 $393 $3
Phase 2 $796 $809 ($13)
Consultant Review Actual Cost + 30%
Biology
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Fee Name Current Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Review - Hourly $215 $258 ($43)
After Hours - Hourly $250 $301 ($51)
Site Inspection $430 $516 ($86)
Revisions (includes 1 review) $430 $516 ($86)
Review - CDP (With ESHA) (includes 3 reviews) $1,720 $2,064 ($344) Review - CDP (Without ESHA) (includes 2 reviews) $860 $1,032 ($172) CDP for OWTS Only (includes 1 review) $323 $387 ($64)
APR with Development (without landscaping) (includes 1
review) $430 $516 ($86)
APR with Development (with landscaping) (includes 2
reviews) $860 $1,032 ($172)
APR Landscaping Only (includes 2 reviews) $645 $774 ($129) Categorical Exemption $75 $130 ($55)
Certificate of Compliance Planning Review $1,491 $1,780 ($289) Change of Ownership/Occupancy $200 $247 ($47)
Coastal Development Permit
Level 1 - OWTS Only; Foundation Only; Emergency Permit
Only; TUP Events Requiring CDP $994 $5,076 ($4,082)
Level 2 - Water Wells; Lot Merger With No Development $6,965 $7,083 ($118) Level 3 - Accessory Structures; 2nd Units; Additions; Lot Line Adjustments with No Development $10,146 $12,074 ($1,928) Level 4 - NSFR; Remodel Non-Conforming Structures $11,579 $20,248 ($8,669) Level 5 - Development with Lot Line Adjustment;
Tentative Parcel Map With No Development $17,981 $23,727 ($5,746) Level 6 - Tentative Parcel Map with Development $23,266 $29,090 ($5,824) Level 7 - Multi-Family or Commercial; Tentative Tract Map With or Without Development:
Per Hour $200 $174 $26
Deposit $20,000 $20,000 $0
Level 8 - Amendments to City-issued CDP 1/2 of current fee Level 9 - De-minimis Waiver Fee (DMW)
a. OWTS $994 $5,849 ($4,855)
b. Driveway Improvements $994 $5,849 ($4,855)
Code Enforcement Review
Code Violation - Hourly $200 $159 $41
Code Violation - Minor $1,798 $1,968 ($170)
Code Violation - Major $2,996 $5,456 ($2,460)
Commercial Cannabis Permit
New Cannabis Dispensary and/or Compliance Review $4,652 $8,822 ($4,170) Commercial Cannabis Regulatory Permit $798 $1,064 ($266) Conditional Use Permit
Existing Non-Conforming Use / No Change $1,988 $4,474 ($2,486) New/Transferred Liquor License $4,652 $5,343 ($691)
Conditional Use Permit Compliance & Reporting $200 $3,847 ($3,647) All Others $3,977 $8,822 ($4,845)
Department of Fish and Wildlife Fee Set by DFW
Demolition Permit $396 $590 ($194)
Determination of Commencement of Construction New $1,912 N/A Determination Of Use
Director $796 $2,370 ($1,574)
Planning Commission $6,560 $11,266 ($4,706)
Environmental Impact Report Actual Cost + 30%
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Fee Name Current Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Environmental Review Board Analysis $3,181 $4,231 ($1,050) Environmental Site Assessment Review Fee Actual Cost + 30% Event Permits
Special Event Permit – Minor $124 $421 ($297)
Special Event Permit – Major $124 $2,297 ($2,173)
Commercial (Temporary Use Permit) $821 $3,045 ($2,224)
Commercial (Temporary Use Permit - Non-Profit) $342 $977 ($635) Road Race (Temporary Use Permit) $1,988 $6,333 ($4,345) Initial Study
Prepared By Consultant Actual Cost + 30%
Prepared By Staff:
Per Hour $200 $174 $26
Deposit $15,000 $15,000 $0
Joint Use Parking Agreement $2,386 $7,442 ($5,056)
Minor Modification $1,192 $3,963 ($2,771)
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program $200 $174 $26 Neighborhood Standards Review $6,123 $10,151 ($4,028)
Outdoor Lighting Review
Residential Minor $200 $1,015 ($815)
Residential Major (3 or more structures $200 $1,297 ($1,097) Commercial Minor (Tenant Spaces) $597 $1,015 ($418)
Commercial Major $1,590 $3,624 ($2,034)
Deviation $2,981 $8,040 ($5,059)
Consultant Review Actual Cost
Over the Counter Permit
Level I $200 $407 ($207)
Level II $397 $581 ($184)
Planning Clearance
Regular $396 $1,499 ($1,103)
Formula Retail $3,996 $5,994 ($1,998)
Planning Verification $200 $2,370 ($2,170)
Plan Review
Prior to Planning Conformance/Approval:
CDP - Resubmittal of Plans $1,192 $1,901 ($709)
APR - Resubmittal of Plans $596 $1,258 ($662)
After Planning Conformance/Approval:
Substantial Conformance - Minor $393 $910 ($517)
Substantial Conformance - Major $1,192 $2,370 ($1,178)
Final Planning Approval "red stamp" $448 $494 ($46)
Public Notice (Includes costs for staff and materials)
Mailer $342 $160 $182
Newspaper Legal Notice $329 $368 ($39)
Quarter Page $421 $354 $67
Mailing Data Direct Cost of Time & Materials
Short Term Rental Permit $495 $339 $156
Sign Permit
Individual $248 $750 ($502)
Master Program $2,386 $5,848 ($3,462)
Temporary $48 $455 ($407)
Site Inspection $300 $435 ($135)
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Fee Name Current Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Site Plan Review
Height $3,499 $7,418 ($3,919)
All Other Requests $2,981 $3,940 ($959)
Solar Panels – Ground-Mounted $200 $595 ($395)
Stringline Modification $3,380 $4,036 ($656)
Temporary Housing Permit New $544 N/A
Time Extension
Director $596 $660 ($64)
Planning Commission $596 $2,371 ($1,775)
Variance $3,578 $7,515 ($3,937)
View Preservation Permit
Primary View Determination $396 $890 ($494)
View Preservation Permit - Planning Director $396 $4,230 ($3,834) View Preservation Permit - Planning Commission $1,693 $6,212 ($4,519) Wireless Communication Facilities
Level 1 - Waiver from Wireless Design Standards $808 $943 ($135) Level 2 - Upgrade Existing Facilities $1,574 $3,551 ($1,977) Level 3 - Type 1 Wireless Permit (WP) or WP Right-ofWay Permit (WRP) $3,845 $14,302 ($10,457) Level 4 - WP Type 2 $6,966 $14,302 ($7,336)
Level 5 - WP or WRP with CDP $7,245 $9,157 ($1,912)
Consultant Conformance Review/Compliance Actual Cost + 30% Post-Approval Compliance (Staff) $716 $1,812 ($1,096)
Vehicle Impact Protection Device Application $597 $595 $2 Zoning Verification Letter $200 $210 ($10)
Development Agreement; General Plan Amendment; Local Coastal Program Amendment; Specific Plan; Zoning Amendment
Per Hour $200 $174 $26
Deposit $20,000 $20,000 $0
All Other Planning Services $200 $174 $26
Planning Consultant Services Actual Cost
Generally, Planning under-recovers for their fees. The largest deficits are concerning ‘Appeals’ and ‘Wireless Communication Facilities – Level 3 – Type 1 Wireless Permit (WP) or WP Right-of-Way Permit (WRP)’ at $15,752 and $10,457, respectively. Over-recoveries range from a low of $2 for ‘Vehicle Impact Protection Device Application’ to a high of $182 for ‘Public Notice – Mailer’.
Annual Revenue Impact
Based on the FY23 permit information, Planning has an under-recovery of roughly $1.1 million. The following table shows by major fee category: revenue at current fee, total projected annual cost, and the resulting difference.
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Table 14: Annual Results – Planning
Fee Category
Revenue at
Current Fee Annual Cost Difference
Administrative Plan Review $128,350 $254,614 ($126,264) Appeal Fee $2,250 $49,505 ($47,255)
Archaeology $15,048 $14,922 $126
Biology $118,580 $142,287 ($23,707)
Categorical Exemption $9,975 $17,349 ($7,374)
Certificate of Compliance Planning Review $4,473 $5,339 ($866) Change of Ownership/Occupancy $600 $741 ($141)
Coastal Development Permit $434,195 $791,284 ($357,089) Code Enforcement Review $800 $637 $163
Commercial Cannabis Permit $798 $1,064 ($266)
Conditional Use Permit $12,606 $22,987 ($10,381)
Demolition Permit $7,524 $11,215 ($3,691)
Determination Of Use $6,560 $11,266 ($4,706)
Event Permits $22,306 $74,553 ($52,247)
Minor Modification $10,728 $35,670 ($24,942)
Outdoor Lighting Review $18,290 $40,518 ($22,228)
Over the Counter Permit $96,499 $158,382 ($61,883)
Planning Clearance $21,060 $61,441 ($40,381)
Plan Review $22,648 $45,194 ($22,546)
Sign Permit $6,154 $17,556 ($11,402)
Site Inspection $300 $435 ($135)
Site Plan Review $71,925 $145,345 ($73,420)
Solar Panels $1,400 $4,163 ($2,763)
Stringline Modification $277,160 $330,973 ($53,813)
Variance $67,982 $142,780 ($74,798)
View Preservation Permit $10,692 $24,025 ($13,333)
Wireless Communication Facilities $69,692 $163,026 ($93,334) Zoning Verification Letter $4,000 $4,208 ($208)
All Other Planning Services $80,000 $69,569 $10,431
Short-Term Rental Permit $198,000 $135,764 $62,236
Total $1,720,595 $2,776,813 ($1,056,218)
Planning has an annual cost recovery of 62%, which reflects roughly a $1.1 million deficit.
The largest contributor to this deficit at $357,000 is in relation to ‘Coastal Development Permits’, primarily reviews of Level 1 and Level 4 permits. Currently, the City charges $994 and $11,579, for Level 1 and Level 4 permits, respectively. The full cost for each permit review was calculated at $5,076 and $20,248, which represents a $4,182 and $8,669 per unit deficit. Due to the high volume of these types of reviews the per unit deficit greatly impacts the overall departments cost recovery.
Other permit reviews with high under-recovery are ‘Administrative Plan Review’ ($126,000), ‘Wireless Communications Facilities’ ($93,000), and ‘Variance’ ($75,000).
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The largest over-recovery, at $62,000, is in relation to the ‘Short-Term Rental Permits’. The process for these permits was streamlined and as such it costs the City less to provide this service, but there are 400 registered properties.
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9. Public Works - Engineering
Public Works is responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining the City's essential infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and stormwater drains. Additionally, they also oversee the planning and implementation of public projects to meet the community's growing needs. The fees examined within this study relate to engineering plan review and inspection and encroachment permits. The following subsections discuss fee schedule modifications and detailed per unit results for the fee-related services provided by Public Works.
Fee Schedule Modifications
In discussions with staff, the following modifications were proposed to the current fee schedule:
• Eliminated Fees: Staff proposed eliminating ‘Proposed Changes in Construction Review’ as this service is no longer offered.
• New Fees: Staff proposed the addition of ‘Street Improvements’ as this highlights a service already administered by the department but has not been codified on their fee schedule.
• Condensed Fees: As a means to streamline the fee schedule staff proposed condensing various fees currently charged ‘per hour’ into a single ‘Land Development Permits (including revisions)’ fee which would continue to be charged ‘per hour’. And similarly, rather than charging ‘Grading and Drainage Inspection’ based on cubic yards, staff proposed condensing the fee into a single ‘per hour’ fee
These modifications ensure that the proposed fee schedule more accurately reflects the services that Public Works provides.
Detailed Results
Public Works collects fees for engineering plan review and inspection and encroachment permits. The total cost calculated for each service includes direct staff costs and Departmental and Citywide overhead. The following table details the fee name, current fee, total cost, and difference associated with each service offered. 44 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 41
Table 15: Total Cost Per Unit Results – Public Works
Fee Name
Current
Fee
Total
Cost Difference
Land Development Permits (including Revisions) – per hour $254 $326 ($72) Banner Hanging Permit $380 $489 ($109)
Detention Devices $1,273 $1,629 ($356)
Grading and Drainage Inspection New $326 ($72)
Miscellaneous Fee $254
Oversized13 $16 $0
Oversized Transportation Permit – Single $16 $90 ($58)
Oversized Vehicle Permit – Annual $32 $326 ($72)
Over-the-Counter Plan Review $254 $326 ($72)
Plans and Specifications Cost of Materials & Shipping
Preferential Parking Permits
Residential $32 $43 ($11)
Replacement of lost permit $24 $33 ($9)
Sidewalk Vending Permit $32 $43 ($11)
Special Events Permit $380 $489 ($109)
Street Name Change $1,271 $1,629 ($358)
Street Improvements $254 $326 ($72)
Encroachment Permit
Annual Blanket Permit
Annual Blanket Permit $408 $652 ($244)
Per project with 0 - 100 SF of land disturbance, including maintenance $914 $1,792 ($878)
Per project with more than 100 SF of land disturbance, including maintenance $1,169 $2,118 ($949)
Trenching / Boring $534 $1,222 ($688)
Utility pole placement, replacement; equipment placement, replacement $534 $1,222 ($688)
Driveways $660 $896 ($236)
Temporary
Dumpsters $380 $489 ($109)
Moving Container $534 $733 ($199)
Staging $534 $733 ($199)
Tree Trimming and Removal $534 $733 ($199)
Trenching / Boring $914 $1,222 ($308)
Filming on City Streets
Minor $534 $733 ($199)
Major $705 $1,140 ($435)
All Others $254 $326 ($72)
With the exception of state set fees, Public Works under-recovers on all of their fees. The largest deficits are in relation to ‘Annual Blanket Permits’, ‘Per project with more than 100 SF of land disturbance, including maintenance’ and ‘Per project with 0 - 100 SF of land disturbance, including maintenance’ have a deficit of $949 and $878, respectively. 13 Cal. Code Regs. tit. 21 § 1411.3 (a)
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Annual Revenue Impact
Based on the FY23 permit information, Public Works has an under-recovery of roughly $132,000. The following table shows by major fee category: revenue at current fee, total projected annual cost, and the resulting difference.
Table 16: Annual Results – Public Works
Fee Category
Revenue at
Current Fee
Annual
Cost Difference
Land Development Permits (including Revisions) $630,936 $746,073 ($114,629) Over-the-Counter Plan Review $60,452 $77,539 ($17,087)
Total $691,896 $823,612 ($131,716)
Public Works has an annual cost recovery of 84%, which reflects a roughly $131,000 deficit. The primarily contributor to the deficit ($114,000) is in relation to the per hour ‘Land Development Permits (including Revisions)’ fee. Currently, the City has a per hour cost of $254, the full cost calculated through this study is $326, resulting in a $72 per unit deficit. Since most of the departments services are administered through this fee, even a small increase to this fee would result in an overall increase in cost recovery. 46 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 43
10. Community Services
In addition to facilitating open space, leisure activities, and events for the community, Community Services oversees the rentals of City-owned facilities. The fees examined within this study relate to this responsibility, including attendant hourly rate, event applications, and rental of City Hall, recreation facilities, and vacant properties, including Heathercliff and Ioki. The following subsections discuss fee schedule modifications and detailed per unit results for the fee-related services provided by Community Services.
Fee Schedule Modifications
In discussions with staff, it was proposed that the special events application fee be divided into two fees: ‘Application’ and ‘Processing’. This modification allows staff to more accurately capture their time spent coordinating and administering special events permits. Additionally, staff proposed the inclusion of a ‘per hour per arena’ fee for the ‘Equestrian Park Arena’ for rentals for the Equestrian Arena.
These modifications ensures that the proposed fee schedule more accurately reflects the services currently being provided by Community Services.
Detailed Results
Community Services collects fees for attendant hourly rate, event applications, and rental of City Hall, Recreation facilities, Heathercliff and Ioki. The total cost calculated for each service includes direct staff costs and Departmental and Citywide overhead. The following table details the fee name, current fee, total cost, and difference associated with each service offered.
Table 17: Total Cost Per Unit Results – Community Services Fee Name Current Fee Total Cost Difference
Administrative and Staffing Fees
Attendant Fee
Full-Time Staff $48 $111 ($63)
Part-Time Staff $26 $75 ($49)
Audio Technician $89 $111 ($22)
Audio Visual Fee $36 $77 ($41)
Custodian (if necessary) $413 $403 $10
Table Linen Rental and Cleaning $30 $30 $0
Security $68 $64 $4
Late Processing Fee (Less Than 14 Days) $100 $100 $0
Pre-Event Set-Up/Post Event Clean-Up $50 $50 $0
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Fee Name Current Fee Total Cost Difference
Fee for Events With Attendance of
150-500 people:
Application Fee $200 $234 ($34)
Processing Fee $200 $1,709 ($1,509)
501-1,000 people:
Application Fee $500 $234 $266
Processing Fee $500 $5,697 ($5,197)
1,001 people and over:
Application Fee $500 $234 $266
Processing Fee $500 $11,394 ($10,894)
Ioki Lot Clearance $5,000 $5,977 ($977)
City Hall
City Hall / Bluffs Park - Individual Parking Spaces
Group 1 $14 $40 ($26)
Group 2 $14 $40 ($26)
Group 3 $14 $40 ($26)
Sign Removal Fee $30 $27 $3
City Hall - Multi-Purpose Room
Group 1 $86 $202 ($116)
Group 2 $139 $202 ($63)
Group 3 $207 $202 $5
City Hall - Senior Center
Group 1 $86 $221 ($135)
Group 2 $139 $221 ($82)
Group 3 $207 $221 ($14)
City Hall - Multi-Purpose Room & Senior Center
Group 1 $139 $393 ($254)
Group 2 $222 $393 ($171)
Group 3 $332 $393 ($61)
City Hall - Conference Room
Group 1
2 Hours $40 $147 ($107)
Each Additional Hour $40 $87 ($47)
Group 2
2 Hours $55 $147 ($92)
Each Additional Hour $55 $87 ($32)
Group 3
2 Hours $81 $147 ($66)
Each Additional Hour $81 $87 ($6)
City Hall - Malibu Civic Theater
Group 1
1 Hour $173 $916 ($743)
4 Hours $430 $3,663 ($3,233)
Half Day (8 Hours) $691 $7,326 ($6,635)
Full Day (16 Hours) $1,088 $14,651 ($13,563)
Group 2
1 Hour $275 $916 ($641)
4 Hours $693 $3,663 ($2,970)
Half Day (8 Hours) $1,107 $7,326 ($6,219)
Full Day (16 Hours) $1,740 $14,651 ($12,911)
Group 3
1 Hour $416 $916 ($500)
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4 Hours $1,037 $3,663 ($2,626)
Half Day (8 Hours) $1,658 $7,326 ($5,668)
Full Day (16 Hours) $2,612 $14,651 ($12,039)
Heathercliff Property
Group 1
4 Hours $706 $2,230 ($1,524)
Half Day (12 Hours) $1,591 $2,914 ($1,323)
Each Additional Hour $150 $281 ($131)
Full Day (24 Hours) $2,122 $4,281 ($2,159)
Group 2
4 Hours $1,178 $2,230 ($1,052)
Half Day (12 Hours) $2,653 $2,914 ($261)
Each Additional Hour $250 $281 ($31)
Full Day (24 Hours) $3,537 $4,281 ($744)
Group 3
4 Hours $1,650 $2,230 ($580)
Half Day (12 Hours) $3,713 $2,914 $799
Each Additional Hour $350 $281 $69
Full Day (24 Hours) $4,951 $4,281 $670
Ioki Property
Group I
4 Hours $706 $1,203 ($497)
Half Day (12 Hours) $1,591 $1,887 ($296)
Each Additional Hour $150 $195 ($45)
Full Day (24 Hours) $2,122 $3,254 ($1,132)
Group 2
4 Hours $1,178 $1,203 ($25)
Half Day (12 Hours) $2,653 $1,887 $766
Each Additional Hour $250 $195 $55
Full Day (24 Hours) $3,537 $3,254 $283
Group 3
4 Hours $1,650 $1,203 $447
Half Day (12 Hours) $3,713 $1,887 $1,826
Each Additional Hour $350 $195 $155
Full Day (24 Hours) $4,951 $3,254 $1,697
Community Center (Michael Landon Center)
Community Center Indoor
Group 1 $82 $189 ($107)
Group 2 $133 $189 ($56)
Group 3 $200 $189 $11
Community Center Outdoor Event
Group 1 $126 $5,972 ($5,846)
Group 2 $200 $5,972 ($5,772)
Group 3 $298 $5,972 ($5,674)
Community Center Indoor And Outdoor
Group 1 $166 $6,100 ($5,934)
Group 2 $266 $6,100 ($5,834)
Group 3 $395 $6,100 ($5,705)
Public Meeting Room
Group 1 $40 $87 ($47)
Group 2 $56 $87 ($31)
Group 3 $81 $87 ($6)
Other Recreation Facility Rental Fees
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Picnic Area
Group 1 $90 $171 ($81)
Group 2 $132 $171 ($39)
Group 3 $200 $171 $29
Sports Field
Full Field
Group 1 $39 $85 ($46)
Group 2 $60 $85 ($25)
Group 3 $91 $85 $6
Half Field
Group 1 $25 $43 ($18)
Group 2 $35 $43 ($8)
Group 3 $50 $43 $7
Batting Cage
Group 1 $20 $31 ($11)
Group 2 $30 $31 ($1)
Group 3 $40 $31 $9
Equestrian Park Arena
Group 1 New $103 N/A
Group 2 New $103 N/A
Group 3 New $103 N/A
Most of the rental fees charged by the Malibu show an under-recovery, with various fees in relation to Group 2 and Group 3 applicants showing minimal over-recoveries. This indicates that the City has the ability to increase those rates.
It should be noted that fees for community services can be based in alignment with market rates, as well as the level of amenities being offered. The rates in this report are only meant to capture the costs associated with operating the facilities and processing rentals. It does not take into account qualitative factors such as amenities, uniqueness, and desirability of facilities.
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11. Development Services Surcharges
There are two typical surcharges assessed as part of the development review process – General Plan Maintenance Fee and Technology fee. Currently, the City of Malibu charges a technology fee but does not charge a general plan maintenance fee. The following subsections discuss the calculation of the General Plan Maintenance Fee and Technology Fee.
General Plan Maintenance Fee
A General Plan Maintenance fee is meant to account for updates to the general plan, zoning ordinance, housing elements, and other long-range planning activities that are part of the larger General Plan.
The General Plan Maintenance fee is governed by Government Code Section 66014(b), which states that fees “may include the costs reasonably necessary to prepare and revise the plans and policies that a local agency is required to adopt before it can make any necessary findings and recommendations.” This code states that fees can be charged against zoning changes, zoning variances, use permits, building inspections, and filing applications.
More typically, the fee is charged during the building permit phase to ensure that any development project that gets to that phase has enough impact to require an update to the Zoning Code or the General Plan. This fee should only be applied to major building permits (i.e., new or remodel / tenant improvements) rather than standalone permits for water heaters or electrical outlets.
Currently, the City of Malibu utilizes two firms who spend time annually updating the City’s long-range planning efforts. The table below outlines these costs by firm, showing hours spent per year, their rate per hour, and the resulting cost per year.
Table 18: General Plan Maintenance Fee – Annual Consultant Costs Consultant Firm Hours / Yr Hourly Rate Annual Cost
Joyce Parker-Bozylinski 1,000 $150 $150,000
Coastal California Works 500 $285 $142,500
Total Annual Cost $292,500
The annual cost to the City for updating their general plan is roughly $300,000. The two most common methodologies for assessing a General Plan Maintenance fee are:
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1. Percentage of Building Permit Fee: The general plan maintenance fee is assessed as a percentage of the total building permit fee assessed to a project. The concept is that the larger the scope of the project, the greater the impact.
2. Percentage of Valuation: This means that the fee is assessed based on the total project valuation. Even if the City doesn’t utilize valuation for calculating fees, it still has to collect that information for SMIP and state surcharges and can utilize it to determine the proportionate General Plan impact.
The project team calculated the full cost of the General Plan Fee based on both methodologies. The following table shows this calculation:
Table 19: General Plan Maintenance Fee Calculation
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Building
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Total Annual Cost $292,500 $292,500
General Plan Fee Basis $2,174,211 $163,098,893
General Plan Maintenance Fee 13% 0.18%
The calculated General Plan Maintenance Fee is 13% of the Building Permit Fee or 0.18% of Building Valuation. The City has the ability to choose one of the above options to charge as its General Plan Maintenance Fee.
As part of this analysis, the project team conducted a comparative survey of other local jurisdictions and their assessment of the General Plan Maintenance Fee. Like other comparative efforts, the survey below simply shows the fees charged by the jurisdiction and does not include the basis upon which the other jurisdictions calculated or developed their fee. The following table shows the results of this comparative analysis:
Table 20: General Plan Maintenance Fee – Comparative Survey Jurisdiction Fee Amount
Agoura Hills 0.14% of Valuation
Redondo Beach 0.17% of Valuation
West Hollywood 3% of Permit Fees
Various surrounding jurisdictions charge a general plan maintenance fee based on a percentage of valuation. At 0.17%, Redondo Beach charges the most comparable fee to Malibu’s full cost calculated. West Hollywood is the only jurisdiction which charges their fee as percentage of permit fees. Their 3% fee is also below Malibu’s full cost calculated of 13%. Despite the full cost calculated being higher than the surrounding jurisdictions the fees reflected in this comparison only reflects the fee being charged, not necessarily the full cost of those services.
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Technology Surcharge Fee
A Technology Fee allows the City to support the costs associated with the City’s permitting system, contracted staff time for managing the systems, acquiring the system, etc. The City currently assesses this fee as 7% of the building permit fees. The Building Division currently budgets approximately $145,650 annually as it relates to technologyrelated support. The following table shows this calculation:
Table 21: Technology Surcharge Fee Cost Components
Cost Category Annual Cost
Information Systems Allocation $145,650
Total $145,650
The annual technology-related costs are approximately $146,000 for the Building Division. To arrive at the calculation of the technology fee, the project team took the annual technology-related costs and divided it by the total cost of building permits. The following table shows this calculation:
Table 22: Technology Fee Calculation
Cost Category Amount
Total Annual Technology-Related Costs $145,650
Total Bldg Permit Cost $2,843,003
Technology Fee as % of Bldg Permit Fee 5.12%
Based upon this calculation, the City’s full cost Technology fee would be 5.12% of the permit fee. Therefore, if a permit fee was $100, the Technology fee collected would be $5.12; whereas if a permit fee was $1,000; the Technology fee collected would be $51.12.
This type of structure enables the Technology fee to be proportionately distributed based upon the projects and their impact upon the system.
As part of this analysis, the project team conducted a comparative survey of other local jurisdictions and their assessment of a Technology Fee. Like other comparative efforts, the survey below simply shows the fees charged by the jurisdiction and does not include the basis upon which the other jurisdictions calculated or developed their fee. The following table shows the results of this comparative analysis:
Table 23: Technology Fee – Comparative Survey
Jurisdiction Fee Amount
Agoura Hills 0.00127% per Project Valuation
Calabasas 3% of Permit Fee
Camarillo 1.1% of Permit Fee
Laguna Beach 0.0006% of Project Valuation
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Jurisdiction Fee Amount
Manhattan Beach 3% of Permit Fee
West Hollywood 6.5% of Permit Fees
Apart from Agoura Hills and Laguna Beach, which both charge their fee as a percentage of project valuation, all other surveyed jurisdictions charge their technology fee as a percentage of the permit fee, ranging from 1.1% to 6.5% of permit fees. Malibu’s current fee at 7% is the highest and most comparable to West Hollywood, while its full cost fee at 5.12% would be lower than West Hollywood and higher than Calabasas and Manhattan Beach.
Surcharge Funds
It is a best practice to collect and account for General Plan Maintenance and Technology surcharges in separate accounts as doing so ensures compliance with funding requirements, enables appropriate allocation of funds to long-term planning and technology-related activities, and mitigates any potential issues with the comingling of funds.
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12. Cost Recovery Considerations
The following sections provide guidance regarding how and where to increase fees, determine annual update factors, and develop cost recovery policies and procedures.
Fee Adjustments
This study has documented and outlined on a fee-by-fee basis where the City is under and over collecting for its fee-related services. City and Department management will now need to review the study results and adjust fees per Departmental and City philosophies and policies. The following dot points outline the major options the City has in adjusting its fees.
• Over-Collection: Upon review of the fees that were shown to be over-collecting for costs of services provided, the City should reduce the current fee to be in line with the full cost of providing the service.
• Full Cost Recovery: For fees that show an under-collection for costs of services provided, the City may decide to increase the fee to full cost recovery immediately. • Phased Increase: For fees with significantly low-cost recovery levels, or which would have a significant impact on the community, the City could choose to increase fees gradually over a set period of time.
The City will need to review the results of the fee study and associated cost recovery levels and determine how best to adjust fees. While decisions regarding fees that currently show an over-recovery are fairly straight forward, the following subsections, provide further detail on why and how the City should consider either implementing Full Cost Recovery or a Phased Increase approach to adjusting its fees.
Full Cost Recovery
Based on the permit or review type, the City may wish to increase the fee to cover the full cost of providing services. Certain permits may be close to cost recovery already, and an increase to full cost may not be significant. Other permits may have a more significant increase associated with full cost recovery.
Increasing fees associated with permits and services that are already close to full cost recovery can potentially bring a Department’s overall cost recovery level higher. Often, these minimal increases can provide necessary revenue to counterbalance fees which are unable to be increased.
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The City should consider increasing fees for permits for which services are rarely engaged to full cost recovery. These services often require specific expertise and can involve more complex research and review due to their infrequent nature. As such, setting these fees at full cost recovery will ensure that when the permit or review is requested, the City is recovering the full cost of its services.
Phased Increases
Depending on current cost recovery levels, some current fees may need to be increased significantly in order to comply with established or proposed cost recovery policies. Due to the type of permit or review or the amount by which a fee needs to be increased, it may be best for the City to use a phased approach to reaching its cost recovery goals.
As an example, you may have a current fee of $200 with a full cost of $1,000, representing 20% cost recovery. If the current policy is 80% cost recovery, the current fee would need to increase by $600, bringing the fee to $800, in order to be in compliance. Assuming this particular service is something the City provides quite often, and affects various members of the community, an instant increase of $600 may not be feasible. Therefore, the City could take a phased approach, whereby it increases the fee annually over a set period until cost recovery is achieved.
Raising fees over a set period of time not only allows the City to monitor and control the impact to applicants, but also ensure that applicants have time to adjust to significant increases. Continuing with the example laid out above, the City could increase the fee by $150 for the next four years, spreading out the increase. Depending on the desired overall increase, and the impact to applicants, the City could choose to vary the number of years by which it chooses to increase fees. However, the project team recommends that the City not phase increases for periods greater than five years, as that is the maximum window for which a comprehensive fee assessment should be completed.
Annual Adjustments
Conducting a comprehensive analysis of fee-related services and costs annually would be quite cumbersome and costly. The general rule of thumb for comprehensive fee analyses is between three and five years. This allows for jurisdictions to ensure they account for organizational changes such as staffing levels and merit increases, as well as process efficiencies, code or rule changes, or technology improvements. Currently Malibu updates their fees annually based on a CPI factor, a best practice which the City should continue. Developing annual update mechanisms allow jurisdictions to maintain current levels of cost recovery, while accounting for increases in staffing or expenditures related to permit services. The two most common types of update mechanisms are 56 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 53
Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) factors. The following points provide further detail on each of these mechanisms. • COLA / Personnel Cost Factor: Jurisdictions often provide their staff with annual salary adjustments to account for increases in local cost of living. These increases are not tied to merit or seniority, but rather meant to offset rising costs associated with housing, gas, and other livability factors. Sometimes these factors vary depending on the bargaining group of a specific employee. Generally, these factors are around two or three percent annually.
• CPI Factor: A common method of increasing fees or cost is to look at regional cost indicators, such as the Consumer Price Index. These factors are calculated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, put out at various intervals within a year, and are specific to states and regions.
The City currently utilizes a CPI factor and should continue this practice of annual updates to ensure fees are modified based upon the economic environment.
Policies and Procedures
This study has identified areas where the City is under-collecting the cost associated with providing services. This known funding gap is therefore being subsidized by other City revenue sources.
Development of cost recovery policies and procedures will ensure that current and future decision makers understand how and why fees were determined and set, as well as provide a road map for ensuring consistency when moving forward. The following subsections outline typical cost recovery levels and discuss the benefits of developing target cost recovery goals and procedures for achieving and increasing cost recovery.
Typical Cost Recovery
The Matrix Consulting Group has extensive experience in analyzing local government operations across the United States and has calculated typical cost recovery ranges. The following table outlines these cost recovery ranges by major service area.
Table 24: Typical Cost Recovery Ranges by Major Service Area Service Areas Typical Cost Recovery Ranges
Building 80-100%
Geology, Env. & Coastal 80-100%
Planning 50-80%
Public Works 70-100%
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Information presented in the table above is based on the Matrix Consulting Group’s experience in analyzing local governments’ operations across the United States and within California and reflects typical cost recovery ranges observed by local adopting authorities. The following graph depicts how Malibu compares to industry cost recovery range standards.
When compared to typical cost recovery ranges, all service areas are within their ranges.
While Building and Geology, Env. & Coastal are at the higher end of their respective ranges, Planning and Public Works are on the mid-to lower end of their ranges.
Development of Cost Recovery Policies and Procedures
The City should review the current cost recovery levels and adopt a formal policy regarding cost recovery. This policy can be general in nature and can apply broadly to the City as a whole, or to each department and division specifically. A department specific cost recovery policy would allow the City to better control the cost recovery associated with different types of services being provided and the community benefit received. 99%
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Appendix – Comparative Survey
As part of the Cost of Services (User Fee) study for the City of Malibu, Matrix Consulting Group conducted a comparative survey of user fees. The City identified seven jurisdictions to be included in the comparative survey: Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Camarillo, Laguna Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and West Hollywood. The project team then reviewed public documents (i.e., agenda items, staff reports, budgets, fee schedules, and ordinances), and or contacted jurisdictions to get comparative information.
While this full report provides the City with a reasonable estimate and understanding of the true costs of providing services, many jurisdictions also wish to benchmark themselves against other comparable jurisdictions to consider the local “market rates” for services. This type of analysis allows for the City to assess what types of changes in fee levels their community can bear. However, this analysis does not provide adequate information regarding the relationship of other jurisdiction’s costs to their fees (i.e., policy decisions to subsidize, cost recovery goals, etc.).
In relation to Building fees, the city of Camarillo and West Hollywood charge actual cost for a majority of their fee as their cost recovery policy is 100%. Additionally, the city of Calabasas utilizes the Los Angeles County valuation table, adjusting their fee accordingly.
The following sections detail various factors to consider when reviewing comparative survey results, as well as graphical comparisons of current fees and total calculated costs for various permits issued or services provided by the City.
Economic Factors
To provide additional context to the comparative survey information, the project team collected economic factors for the jurisdictions included. Three important economic factors to consider when comparing fees across multiple jurisdictions are: population, budget, and workforce size. These factors can impact how and when fees are administered, as a jurisdiction with a smaller population may choose to not charge a fee, or a smaller workforce size may inhibit their ability to administer a fee.
The following tables rank each jurisdiction from smallest to largest for each of these economic factors:
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Table 25: Ranking of Jurisdictions by Population
Jurisdiction Population14
Malibu 12,645
Agoura Hills 19,464
Calabasas 22,491
Laguna Beach 22,583
West Hollywood 34,514
Manhattan Beach 35,377
Camarillo 70,282
Redondo Beach 71,576
Table 26: Ranking of Jurisdictions by Citywide Total Budget15 Jurisdiction FY23-24 Budget
Agoura Hills $27,300,112
Calabasas $83,728,818
Malibu $93,200,353
Camarillo $134,704,879
Laguna Beach $137,405,950
Redondo Beach $161,856,498
Manhattan Beach $188,627,452
West Hollywood $204,542,762
Table 27: Ranking of Jurisdictions by FTE
Jurisdiction FY23-24 FTE
Agoura Hills 43
Calabasas 79
Malibu 115
Camarillo 156
West Hollywood 213
Manhattan Beach 333
Laguna Beach 337
Redondo Beach 440
When compared to surveyed jurisdictions, the City of Malibu ranks the lowest in terms of population and third lowest in relation to budget and staffing.
Recency Factor
While the above comparative information can provide some perspective when paralleling Malibu’s fees with surveyed jurisdictions, other key factors to consider are when a jurisdiction’s fee schedule was last updated and when the last comprehensive analysis was undertaken. It is important to note that even though jurisdictions may have conducted recent fee studies their fees are not always adopted at full cost recovery. The 14 2022 US Census data was used to determine each jurisdictions population. 15 To ensure appropriate comparisons, full operating budget (all funds) has been used for all jurisdictions. 60 Cost of Services (User Fee) Study Report City of Malibu, CA Matrix Consulting Group 57
comparative results only show the adopted fee for the surveyed jurisdiction, not necessarily the full cost associated with the comparable service.
The following tables detail when each surveyed jurisdiction last conducted a fee analysis and when they last updated their fee schedule.
Table 28: Last Fee Schedule Updated
Jurisdiction Response
Agoura Hills 2017
Laguna Beach 2022
West Hollywood 2023
Redondo Beach 2023
Calabasas 2024
Camarillo 2024
Manhattan Beach 2024
Table 29: Last Fee Study Conducted
Jurisdiction Response
Agoura Hills 2017
Manhattan Beach 2020
Laguna Beach 2021
Redondo Beach 2021
West Hollywood 2022
Calabasas N/A
Camarillo N/A
With the exception of Agoura Hills, all of the surveyed jurisdictions have published a new fee schedule within the past three years. Additionally, most jurisdictions have conducted a fee study in the last five years. The City of Agoura Hills is currently undergoing a fee study. The project team could not determine when or if a fee study was conducted within the past ten years for Calabasas and Camarillo.
Additional Factors
Along with keeping the statistics outlined in the previous sections in mind, the following issues should also be noted regarding the use of market surveys in the setting of fees for service:
• Cost Recovery Factors: Each jurisdiction and its fees are different, and many are not based on the actual cost of providing services as various policy decision may subsidize services.
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• Fee Variance Factors: The same “fee” with the same name may include different steps or sub-activities. In addition, jurisdictions provide varying levels of service and have varying levels of costs associated with providing services such as staffing levels, salary levels, indirect overhead costs, etc.
In addition to the issues noted, market surveys can also run the risk of creating a confusing excess of data that will obscure rather than clarify policy issues. Because each jurisdiction is different, the Matrix Consulting Group recommends that the information contained in the market comparison of fees be used as a secondary decision-making tool, rather than a tool for establishing an acceptable price point for services.
Comparative Survey Results
As part of this study, the project team conducted a survey of how the City’s current user fees and calculated full cost compare to other identified jurisdictions. The following subsections provide a comparative look at several fee-related services provided by the City versus the surveyed jurisdictions.
1 Masonry Fence / Wall: 4ft high, 100 lf, valued at $10,000 Malibu currently charges a $430 fee for four-foot-high masonry fence / wall permit.
Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $487. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu charges the lowest for this service. Malibu’s full cost is calculated as the second lowest, most comparable to Calabasas at $655. Manhattan Beach ($855) and Redondo $0
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Beach ($801) charge the highest for this service and are both higher than the jurisdictional average of $762.
2 Reroofing, < 30sq. & < 5.9 lb./sq. (Permit): 3,000 sf, valued at $15,000 - Residential
Malibu currently charges a $430 fee for a residential re-roof less than 30 squares and less than 5.9 pounds per square. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $500. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost are the second and third lowest, most comparable to West Hollywood ($373) and Manhattan Beach ($573). At $1,041 Redondo Beach charges the most for this service and is significantly above the jurisdictional average of $737. 3 Commercial TI: sf. 103,884, valued at $11,185,720
Malibu currently charges a $355,283 for a 103,884 square foot commercial tenant improvement valued at $11,185,720. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $80,454. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
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Malibu’s current fee is the highest and is significantly above the jurisdictional average of $155,993. The city’s full cost calculated is the second lowest and most comparable to Laguna Beach's at $59,112.
4 Commercial New: sf. 200,730, valued at $21,260,177 – B-Occupancy Malibu currently charges a $574,088 for a new 200,730 square foot commercial building valued at $21,260,177. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $542,630. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are slightly above the jurisdictional average of $420,309 and most comparable to Redondo Beach's at $361,847. $0
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5 SFR New: 3,000, valued at $1,054,181
Malibu currently charges $13,680 for a new 3,000 square foot single-family residence valued at $1,054,181. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $13,649. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are below the jurisdictional average of $18,255 and are most comparable to Manhattan Beach ($14,096) and Agoura Hills ($14,867). At $22,386, Redondo Beach charges the highest fee for this service. 6 SFR Remodel: 500 s.f., valued at $75,000
Malibu currently charges a $570 for a 500 square foot remodel at a single-family residence, valued at $75,000. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $565. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
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Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are significantly below the jurisdictional average of $2,037. Of the surveyed jurisdictions, Redondo Beach ($3,099) and Agoura Hills ($2,373) charge the highest for this service.
7 Water Heater
Malibu currently charges a $54 for water heater permit. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $62. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are below the jurisdictional average of $116 and are most comparable to Agoura Hills ($55) and Calabasas ($65). At $300, Manhattan Beach charges the most for this service. The wide variety of costs for this service is common and is a result of water heater permits typically being subsidized, as a means to encourage compliance.
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8 Window / Slider – replacement non-structural: 5 window / sliders, valued at $5,000
Malibu currently charges a $215 for the non-structural, replacement of five window / sliders. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $250. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are below the jurisdictional average of $484 and are most comparable to Calabasas at $415. Laguna Beach ($789) charges the most for this service. At $75, while Agoura Hill’s charges the least there was a note their fee schedule that the service is subsidized due to Council decision. 9 Demolition Plan Check & Permit: 2,500 s.f
Malibu currently charges a $753 for the plan check and permitting of a 2,500 square foot demolition. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $848. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
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When compared to surveyed jurisdictions, Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are the highest for this service and both are above the jurisdictional average of $470. At $737, Laguna Beach charges the most comparable fee.
10 Variance
Malibu currently charges a $3,578 for a variance permit. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $7,515. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
When compared to surveyed jurisdictions, Malibu’s current fee is below the jurisdictional average of $5,644 and most comparable to Agoura Hills at $3,341. The full cost calculated is above the average and most comparable to Camarillo at $8,247. $0
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11 Appeal Fee
Malibu currently charges $750 for an appeal. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $16,503. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
When compared to surveyed jurisdictions, Malibu’s current fee is below the jurisdictional average of $1,398 and most comparable to Redondo Beach at $3,341. Typically, appeals fees are subsidized to allow for fair access to appeals; hence the lower fees for other jurisdictions, and Malibu’s current fee amount. Most jurisdictions do not typically charge the full cost of service. Similar to Malibu, which has subsidized this fee in the past. 12 Conditional Use Permit – Existing Non-Conforming Use / No Change Malibu currently charges a $1,988 for conditional use permit of an existing nonconforming use / no change. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $4,474. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
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Malibu’s current fee is the lowest fee, most comparable to Agoura Hills at $2,220. The full cost calculated is the third highest fees, behind Manhattan Beach ($8,836) and West Hollywood ($6,309).
13 Sign Permit: Individual
Malibu currently charges $248 for an individual sign permit. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $750. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee is slightly below the jurisdictional average of $296, and most comparable to Manhattan Beach at $383. The full cost calculated is the highest, most comparable to Laguna Beach at $604.
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14 Zoning Verification Letter
Malibu currently charges $200 for a zoning verification letter. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $210. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are both below the jurisdictional average of $271 and are most comparable to Calabasas at $183. At $585, Manhattan Beach charges the highest fee.
15 Coastal Development Permit (CDP) – Level 4
Malibu currently charges $11,579 for a new single-family residential coastal development permit. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $20,248. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
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Of the jurisdictions that charge this permit, all charge their fee less than Malibu’s current and full cost calculated. At $4,151, Manhattan Beach charges more than the jurisdictional average of $2,658. Laguna Beach and Redondo Beach charge less than the average, at $2,218 and $1,605, respectively.
16 Administrative Plan Review (APR)
Malibu currently charges $1,590 for a minor administrative plan review. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $3,216. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee is below the jurisdictional average of $2,847. Its full cost is in alignment with Camarillo and Laguna Beach but less than Manhattan Beach’s fee ($6,722).
17 Temporary Dumpster
Malibu currently charges $380 for a temporary dumpster permit. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $489. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions. $0
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Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are both above the jurisdictional average of $249 and are most comparable to Manhattan Beach at $424. 18 Encroachment Permit: 100 sf of Land Disturbance, 24 lf Malibu currently charges $914 for a 100 square foot of land disturbance encroachment permit. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $1,792. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee is roughly in alignment with the jurisdictional average of $961 and is most comparable to West Hollywood at $1,268. The full cost calculated is the second highest after Agoura Hills at $2,235.
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19 Encroachment Permit: Driveway
Malibu currently charges $660 for a driveway encroachment permit. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $896. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are both above the jurisdictional average of $349 and are most comparable to Camarillo at $749.
20 Land Development Permits (including Revisions) - Eng. Review & Inspection - 6 hours; Valued at $10,000
Malibu currently charges a $1,524 for a six-hour land development permit valued at $10,955. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $1,971. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
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Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are both below the jurisdictional average of $3,385 and are most comparable to Laguna Beach at $1,000. At $5,749 Agoura Hills has the charges the highest fee for this service.
21 City Hall – Multi-Purpose Room (Private Use): Residential Malibu currently charges a $139 for a private rental of the City Hall multi-purpose room by a resident. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $202. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee and full cost calculated are both above the jurisdictional average of $92, and are most comparable to Laguna Beach at $124.
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22 City Hall – Conference Room (Private Use): 2 Hours
Malibu currently charges a $55 for a two-hour private rental of the City Hall conference room. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $147. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee is the second lowest, behind Calabasas which charges $50. The full cost calculated is in roughly aligned with the jurisdictional average of $134 and is most comparable to Agoura Hills at $140.
23 Picnic Area (Private Use): 4 Hours
Malibu currently charges a $132 for a four-hour private rental of a picnic area. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $200. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions. $0
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Malibu’s current fee roughly aligns with the jurisdictional average of $126. The full cost calculated is above the average and most comparable to Calabasas at $185. At $220, Redondo Beach charges the highest rate for this rental. 24 Sports Field – Full Field (Private Use): 2 Hours
Malibu currently charges a $60 for a two-hour private rental of a full sports field. Through this study, the project team calculated the full cost to be $85. The following graph compares Malibu's current fee and calculated full cost to those of surveyed jurisdictions.
Malibu’s current fee of $65 roughly aligns with the jurisdictional average and is most comparable to Calabasas at $65. The full cost is above the average and most comparable to Redondo Beach at $88.
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Summary
Overall, Malibu generally has current fees that are lower than those of the surveyed jurisdictions, other than for Building services. Of the surveyed jurisdictions, Malibu’s current fees are most comparable with Calabasas, while the City’s full cost calculated is most comparable to fee charged in Agoura Hills. It is important to note that the results of this survey only show the fees adopted by the council, not the cost recovery policy decisions for departments or a jurisdiction. As such, the results of this survey should be used as a secondary decision-making tool.
78 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Alarm Permit
Alarm Permit:
New Each $71 $76 $76 User Fee
Renewal Each $43 $51 $51 User Fee
Reinstatement Each $71 $76 $76 User Fee
False Alarm:
Third False Alarm in 12-month period Each $314 $355 $355 Penalty Each Add'l False Alarm Per False Alarm $105 $127 $127 Penalty Credit Card Transaction Fee Per Transaction 2.90% 3.90% 3.90% Surcharge Non-Sufficient Funds Check
First Check Each $40 $25.00 CIV § 1719(a)
Subsequent Checks Each $40 $35.00 CIV § 1719(a)
CITY CLERK DEPARTMENT
Administrative Fees
Copies
Standard Per Page $0.10 $0.10 GOV § 70627 (a)
Certified Per Document $16 $16.00 GOV § 70627 (a)
Color Per Page $0.25 $0.25 GOV § 70627 (a)
Oversize Plans:
Per Sheet Per Sheet $5 $5.00 GOV § 70627 (a)
Actual Cost Each Pass Through Fee
Special Projects Each Pass Through Fee
Reproduction on CD/DVD Each $5 $2 $2 User Fee
Candidate Statement Each $418 $418 Deposit
Document Recording and Filing Fee Each Pass Through Fee Dolphin Decal Each $5 $6 $6 User Fee
Lobbyist Registration Each $46 $46.00 GOV § 86102
Subpoena Copies
Standard Copies Per Paage $0.10 $0.10 GOV § 70627 (a)
Oversized Documents Each Pass Through Fee
Clerical Costs Per Hour $24 $24.00 EVI § 1563(b)(1)
Retrieval of Records Each Pass Through Fee
Subpoena Duces Tecum:
Documents [1] Each $15 $15.00 EVI § 1563(b)(6)
Persons [2] Each $275 $275.00 GOV § 68097.2 (b)
Vehicle Impound Fee Per Vehicle $150 $150.00 Resolution No. 21-15 [1] Deposit for Civil Cases (Evidence Code Section 1563(b)(6). No charge for Criminal Cases. No charge for Federal Cases unless significant (Federal Rules). [2] Deposit for Civil Cases. (Govt Code Section 68096.1) No charge for Criminal Cases (Penal Code Section 1329).
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY DEPARTMENT
Building - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Fees
Plan Check Fees (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Only) Per Hour $215 $232 $232 User Fee Emergency Inspection Fee - After Hours Per Hour $323 $293 $293 User Fee Direct Cost
Direct Cost of Duplication
Refer to LA County Registrar- Recorder/County
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Attachment B
79 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Electrical Permit Fees
New Residential
Single and Two-Family Per Sq. Ft. $0.28 $0.28 $0.28 User Fee Garage, Carport (Attached/Detached) Per Sq. Ft. $0.15 $0.14 $0.14 User Fee Multi-Family 0 - 1,000 SF Per Sq. Ft. $0.40 $0.42 $0.42 User Fee Multi-Family 1,001 - 5,000 SF Per Sq. Ft. $0.65 $0.62 $0.62 User Fee Multi-Family > 5,000 SF Per Sq. Ft. $0.53 $0.52 $0.52 User Fee Remodel Residential Buildings Per Sq. Ft. $0.28 $0.26 $0.26 User Fee New Commercial/Tenant Improvement Per Sq. Ft. $0.51 $0.49 $0.49 User Fee Outlets/Lighting Fixture Each Set of 20 $54 $62 $62 User Fee Branch Circuits
Branch Circuits 1-10 Each $27 $30 $30 User Fee
Branch Circuits 11-40 Each $21 $25 $25 User Fee
Branch Circuits 41-Up Each $18 $20 $20 User Fee
Fixed Appliance (Not Over 1 HP) Each $43 $50 $50 User Fee Disconnect Each $43 $50 $50 User Fee
Battery Backup System
Plan Check Each $54 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $54 $250 $250 User Fee
Electric Vehicle Charging Station (Residential)
EV Outlet Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Single Phase Wall Unit:
Plan Check Each $108 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $108 $250 $250 User Fee
Three Phase Wall Unit; Stand Alone; Commercial:
Plan Check Each $430 $407 $407 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $437 $437 User Fee
Generators and Transfer Switches
Rating 1 to 50 HP / 1 to 37 kW
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Rating 51 HP or greater HP / 38 or greater kW
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $375 $375 User Fee
Services, Switchboards & Subs
0 To 399 Amps Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
400 To 1000 Amps (> 600Amp Requires Plan Check) Each $161 $187 $187 User Fee > 1000 Amps Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Pedestal Including Meters Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Temporary Power
Temporary Service Pole or Pedestal Incl. Meters Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Temp Service Pole Incl. Sub Poles, Switches & Outlets Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee Temporary Trailer Insp. Fee (Pre-Site) Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee Misc. Conduits and Conductors
Apparatus/Equip/Conduits/Conductors - All Other Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Change From Overhead to Underground Per 300 LF $215 $250 $250 User Fee Private Swimming Pools
80 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Inground Swimming Pool (Incl. Equipment) Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Other Pools (Spas, Hot Tubs, Etc.) Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Alterations to Swimming Pools Each $54 $82 $82 User Fee Signs, Outline Lighting and Marquees
First Sign and Transformer Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Each Additional Sign, Transformer, Circuit Per Address $54 $62 $62 User Fee Alterations/Relocations of Existing Signs Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee Time Clock Each $54 $42 $42 User Fee
Plumbing Permit Fees
Backflow Prevention Device
Up To 2" Diameter Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Over 2" Diameter Each $108 $82 $82 User Fee
Gas System
1 To 5 Outlets Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Each Additional Outlet Each $21 $25 $25 User Fee
Yard Gas Piping
0 - 300 Feet First 300' $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Each Additional 300' Increment Each Add'l 300' $21 $25 $25 User Fee Service Water Piping
0 - 300 Feet First 300' $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Each Additional 300' Increment Each Add'l 300' $21 $25 $25 User Fee Ejector Pump/Sump With Basin (requires plan check) Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Sewer Connection to Wastewater Treatment Facility
Residential:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Non-Residential:
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $645 $749 $749 User Fee
Sewer Line Repair and Maintenance Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Hose Bibs Each Set of 10 $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Irrigation Per 10 Emitters $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Hydrozone Per 3 Zones $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Graywater
Simple Each $108 $250 $250 User Fee
Complex Each $161 $250 $250 User Fee
Landscape Ordinance Plan Check
Simple Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Complex Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Rain Water Harvesting System
Rain Water Harvesting System Each $215 $500 $500 User Fee Storage Tank Each $215 $500 $500 User Fee
Premanufactured Spa Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Repair/Alter of Piping or Drainage Each Fixture $21 $25 $25 User Fee Roof Drain Each Set of 10 $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Lavatory Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Shower / Bath Tub Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
81 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Toilet Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Earthquake Shut Off Valve Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Trap Primer Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Water Heater (and/or Vent) Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Mechanical Permit Fees
Split System/Mini Split System Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee FAU Heating/AC Units
100K to 500K BTU Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
> 500K BTU Each $161 $167 $167 User Fee
Heating or Cooling Coils Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Radiant Floor Heating (Requires Plan Check) Per Zone $108 $125 $125 User Fee Air Outlets For Heating/Cooling Each Set of 10 $54 $62 $62 User Fee Commercial Air Dist. System (Heating/Cooling/Vent) Per Every 100 SF $43 $50 $50 User Fee Ventilation Fans On Single Duct (Incl. Dryer Exhaust) Each $43 $50 $50 User Fee Ventilation Fan
To 300 CFM Each $43 $50 $50 User Fee
301 CFM and Over Each $43 $50 $50 User Fee
Hood
Commercial Hood (Incl. Duct) Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Residential Hood (Incl. Duct) Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Appliance or Piece of Equipment Not Listed Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Premanufactured Fire Place Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Gas System (For projects where plumbing permit has not been issued) 1 to 5 Outlets Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Each Additional Outlet Each $21 $25 $25 User Fee
Central Vacuum System Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Evaporative Cooler Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Factory Built or Metal Chimney Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee Metallic Flues Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Yard Gas Piping (For projects where plumbing permit has not been issued) 0 - 300 Feet First 300' $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Each Additional 300' Increment Each Add'l 300' $21 $25 $25 User Fee Building - Itemized Building Construction Fees
Awning
Plan Check Each $108 $116 $116 User Fee
Permit Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Balcony addition
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Bay window
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
82 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Carport
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Covered Porch
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Deck - Attached (2 Max.) / Detached (each)
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Deck/Balcony Repair
Minor (Structural):
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Major (Structural):
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Demolition
Demolition (up to 3,000 s.f.):
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Additional demolition Permit Each 3,000 SF $108 $125 $125 User Fee Excavation Permit Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Masonry Fence/Wall
Masonry fence: up to 6' high (up to 100 ln. ft.):
Plan Check Standard $161 $174 $174 User Fee
Permit Standard $269 $312 $312 User Fee
Additional masonry walls Each 100 LF $108 $125 $125 User Fee Masonry fence: > 6' high (up to 100 ln. ft.):
Plan Check Special Design $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Special Design $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Additional masonry walls > 6 ' height Each 100 LF $161 $175 $175 User Fee Cabana
Cabana (<300 s.f.):
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Cabana (>300 s.f.):
Plan Check Each 300 SF $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each 300 SF $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Patio Cover/Trellis:
Patio cover/Trellis (<500 s.f.):
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Patio cover/Trellis (>500 s.f.):
Plan Check Each 300 SF $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each 300 SF $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Pilaster per city standard (up to 6' high) Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee Automatic Vehicular Gates (up to 2 access points)
83 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Retaining Wall
Retaining wall: < 7'' high (up to 50 ln ft.):
Plan Check Standard $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Standard $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Additional retaining wall
Plan Check Each 50 LF $108 $116 $116 User Fee
Permit Each 50 LF $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Retaining wall: 7 - ≤ 10' high (up to 50 ln ft.):
Plan Check Special Design $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Special Design $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Additional retaining wall
Plan Check Each 50 LF $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each 50 LF $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Retaining wall: 10' + high (up to 30 ln. ft.):
Plan Check Special Design $1,075 $1,162 $1,162 User Fee Permit Special Design $538 $625 $625 User Fee
Additional retaining wall
Plan Check Each 50 LF $108 $116 $116 User Fee
Permit Each 50 LF $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Fireplace
Masonry fireplace/Isokern:
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Lighting Pole
Lighting pole:
Plan Check Each $54 $58 $58 User Fee
Permit Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Each add'l pole (up to 5):
Plan Check Each $54 $58 $58 User Fee
Permit Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Reroof
Reroofing , < 30sq. & < 5.9 lb./sq. (Permit) Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee Reroofing , < 30sq. & > 5.9 lb./sq.:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Additional Reroof Permit Each 30 SQ $161 $175 $175 User Fee Additional Reroof Flat Roof Only (Permit) Each 30 SQ $54 $75 $75 User Fee Elective Cool Roof - Residential (Plan Check) Each $108 $116 $116 User Fee Re-Stucco Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Skylight
Skylight (less than 10 sq. ft.):
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Skylight (greater than 10 sq. ft. or structural):
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
84 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Permit Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Solar
Solar Hot Water Heating:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Solar Pool Heating:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Photovoltaic
Plan Check Each $150 $116 $116 User Fee
Permit Each $150 $125 $125 User Fee
Battery Backup System
Plan Check Each $108 $116 $116 User Fee
Permit Each $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Generators and Transfer Switches
Rating 1 to 50 HP / 1 to 37 kW:
Plan Check Each $215 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Rating 51 HP or greater HP / 38 or greater kW:
Plan Check Each $430 $697 $697 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $375 $375 User Fee
Signs
Building:
Plan Check Per Qtr Hour $54 $58 $58 User Fee
Permit Per Qtr Hour $108 $62 $62 User Fee
Electrical:
Plan Check Per Qtr Hour $54 $58 $58 User Fee
Permit Per Qtr Hour $54 $62 $62 User Fee
Swimming Pool/Spa
Swim Pool (Res. < 800 SF) inclusive of MEP:
Plan Check Each $645 $511 $511 User Fee
Permit Each $860 $999 $999 User Fee
Swim Pool (Com. or > 800 SF) inclusive of MEP:
Plan Check Each $1,290 $1,325 $1,325 User Fee
Permit Each $1,075 $1,249 $1,249 User Fee
Swimming Pool Remodel:
Gunite
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Plaster
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
85 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Spa:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Temporary Constr. Trailer w/ Ramp
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Window/Slider
Replacement (non-structural up to 5) Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee New Window Retrofit (up to 5):
Plan Check Each $54 $116 $116 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
New window (w/ structural; up to 5):
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Septic Systems
Residential - Alternative - Inspection Each $753 $874 $874 User Fee Residential - Conventional - Inspection Each $538 $625 $625 User Fee Commercial - Alternative - Inspection Each $1,075 $1,249 $1,249 User Fee Commercial - Conventional - Inspection Each $968 $1,124 $1,124 User Fee Repair / Alteration (1-3 components) Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Repair / Alteration (over 3 components) Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Disconnect'n/Abandonm't of system Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Sewer Connection to OWTS Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
OWTS System Abandonment Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Grading Inspection and Plan Check
1 - 50 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $860 $999 $999 User Fee
51 - 100 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each $1,075 $1,249 $1,249 User Fee
101 - 500 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check Each $645 $697 $697 User Fee
Permit Each $1,290 $1,499 $1,499 User Fee
501 - 1000 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check Each $1,075 $1,162 $1,162 User Fee
Permit Each $1,505 $1,749 $1,749 User Fee
> 1000 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check Each $1,720 $1,859 $1,859 User Fee
Permit Each $2,365 $2,748 $2,748 User Fee
Plus for each additional 500 Cubic Yards:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $108 $150 $150 User Fee
Stormwater inspection Per Hour $215 $250 $250 User Fee
86 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Drainage
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Biolfiltration, Detention Device
Minor:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Major:
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $645 $749 $749 User Fee
Caisson
Plan Check Per Type/Cais'n $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Per Type/Cais'n $108 $125 $125 User Fee
Pile Repair
Plan Check Per Pile $430 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Per Pile $430 $125 $125 User Fee
Foundation Repair
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Foundation Only
% of New
Construction 25% 42% 42% User Fee
Underpinning to Existing Foundation - Minor:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Underpinning to Existing Foundation - Major:
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Grade Beams
Plan Check Per 250 LF $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Per 250 LF $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Bulkheads/Seawalls/Wave Uprush Study
Plan Check Each $1,075 $1,162 $1,162 User Fee
Permit Each $1,075 $1,249 $1,249 User Fee
Remodel Interior/Exterior:
Minor Non-Structural:
Plan Check
% of New
Construction 40% 40% 40% User Fee
Permit
% of New
Construction 40% 40% 40% User Fee
Minor with Structural:
Plan Check
% of New
Construction 50% 50% 50% User Fee
Permit
% of New
Construction 50% 50% 50% User Fee
87 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Major Non-Structural:
Plan Check
% of New
Construction 50% 50% 50% User Fee
Permit
% of New
Construction 50% 50% 50% User Fee
Major with Structural:
Plan Check
% of New
Construction 60% 60% 60% User Fee
Permit
% of New
Construction 60% 60% 60% User Fee
Parking Lot- Striping/Replacement - Plan Ck & Insp
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Wireless Telecomm Facility (Antenna Only)
Plan Check Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Accessibility Hardship Extension Permit Each $645 $749 $749 User Fee Permit Time Extension Fee Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Preliminary Review (Covers 2 Hrs - Add. @ Hrly Rate) Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee Administrative Fee (Charge @ Hrly Rate) Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Administrative Permit Processing Fee Each $54 $62 $62 User Fee Administrative Plan Check Processing Fee Each $54 $58 $58 User Fee Revised Energy Analysis Each $430 $465 $465 User Fee
Miscellaneous Fee (Charge @ Hrly Rate) Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee As-built Plan Review Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Plan Comparison Check (Hrly Rate - 1 Hr Min.) Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Minor Plan Revision (Hrly Rate - 2 Hr Min.) Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee Permit Processing Fee - Expired Plan Check Each $860 $999 $999 User Fee Permit Processing Fee - Expired Permit Each $860 $999 $999 User Fee Plan Check (Application) Extension Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee Site Inspections Not Covered by Fees Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee Bldg Plan Check Fee (Hrly Rate - 1 Hr Min.) Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee Excessive Plan Check Fee (Third Review) (Per Hr) Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee Non-Compliance Fee - Excess Inspection (Per Hr) Min. Fee $215 $250 $250 User Fee Change of Occupant Inspection Each $215 $375 $375 User Fee CA Bldg Standards Surcharge Permit Valuation:
a) $1 - $25,000 Each $1.00 $1.00 Surcharge
b) $25,001 - 50,000 Each $2.00 $2.00 Surcharge
c) $50,001 - 75,000 Each $3.00 $3.00 Surcharge
d) $75,001 - 100,000 Each $4.00 $4.00 Surcharge
e) Each Add'l $25,000 or Fraction Thereof Each $1.00 $1.00 Surcharge Strong Motion Fee (Remitted to State of CA):
a) Strong Motion Fee Category I % of Value 0.0130% 0.0130% PRC § 2705 b) Strong Motion Fee Category II % of Value 0.0280% 0.0280% PRC § 2705 88 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Dark Skies Ordinance
New Residential
Plan Check Each New $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each New $250 $250 User Fee
Commercial - Small Sites
Plan Check Each New $1,394 $1,394 User Fee
Permit Each New $1,499 $1,499 User Fee
Commercial - Large sites
Plan Check Each New $1,859 $1,859 User Fee
Permit Each New $1,999 $1,999 User Fee
Elevated Exterior Elements Assessment Report
1 - 9 Elements Per Report New $241 $241 User Fee
10 - 49 Elements Per Report New $482 $482 User Fee
50 -99 Elements Per Report New $964 $964 User Fee
100 or More Elements Per Report New $1,447 $1,447 User Fee Building - Structural Inspection and Plan Check
All New Residential Construction (includes additions)
Plan Check [1] Per SF $2.28 $2.26 $2.26 User Fee
Permit [1] Per SF $2.28 $2.29 $2.29 User Fee
Residential Remodels
Minor Non-Structural
% of New
Residential
Construction Fee 40% 40% 40% User Fee
Minor with Structural
% of New
Residential
Construction Fee 50% 50% 50% User Fee
Major Non-Structural
% of New
Residential
Construction Fee 50% 50% 50% User Fee
Major with Structural
% of New
Residential
Construction Fee 60% 60% 60% User Fee
Residential Non-Structural Interior Remodel
Level 1: Less than or equal to 500 S.F.:
Plan Check Each $215 $232 $232 User Fee
Permit Each $215 $250 $250 User Fee
Level 2: 501-1,000 S.F.:
Plan Check Each $323 $349 $349 User Fee
Permit Each $323 $375 $375 User Fee
Level 3: 1,001-1,500 S.F.:
Plan Check Each $538 $581 $581 User Fee
Permit Each $538 $625 $625 User Fee
All Non-Residential (includes commercial)
Plan Check Each $2.56 $0.97 $0.97 User Fee
Permit Each $2.86 $1.73 $1.73 User Fee
89 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Tenant Improvements (TI)
< 5,000 SF
Plan Check Per SF $1.42 $0.45 $0.45 User Fee
Permit Per SF $1.41 $0.69 $0.69 User Fee
> 5,000 SF
Plan Check Per SF $1.71 $0.22 $0.22 User Fee
Permit Per SF $1.71 $0.56 $0.56 User Fee
Utility and Miscellaneous
Plan Check Per SF $1.05 $0.97 $0.97 User Fee
Permit Per SF $1.99 $2.08 $2.08 User Fee
Miscellaneous
Art in Public Places In-lieu Contribution
% of Construction /
CIP Cost 1% 1% Impact Fee
Building Board of Appeals Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee
Building Permit Investigation Fee (For Work Without a Permit) Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee Certificate Of Occupancy - Temporary Each $430 $500 $500 User Fee Document Imaging Fee
Building Permits Each $8 $9 $9 User Fee
Environmental Health Each $29 $31 $31 User Fee
Geology, Coastal Engineering & Wave Uprush Reports Each $29 $31 $31 User Fee Septic Approvals Each $8 $9 $9 User Fee
Emergency Inspection Fee - After Hours Each $323 $250 $250 User Fee Foundation Only Administrative Fee Each $430 $250 $250 User Fee Permit Renewals
No Inspections % of Permit Fee 100% 100% 100% User Fee
Rough Inspection % of Permit Fee 50% 50% 50% User Fee
Final Inspection % of Permit Fee 20% 20% 20% User Fee
Replacement of Job Card Each $20 $20 $20 User Fee
School Processing Fee - SMMUSD Each $55 $62 $62 User Fee Technology Enhancement % of Bldg Permit 7.00% 5.12% 5.12% Surcharge General Plan Maintenance Fee % of Valuation New 0.18% 0.18% Surcharge CASp (SB1186) Each $4 $4 $4 CASp (SB1186)
Hauler Permit Annual Fee
Solid Waste Bin Placement - 0 to 10 Bins Each $1,343 $1,792 $1,792 User Fee Solid Waste Bin Placement - Over 10 Bins Per Bin $90 $163 $163 User Fee Coastal Engineering
Building Plan Check Stage Review Each $870 $870 $870 User Fee Complex Project Review Each $3,753 $3,749 $3,749 User Fee Standard Project Review Each $1,876 $1,875 $1,875 User Fee Minor Project Review Each $870 $870 $870 User Fee
Time and Materials Fee Per Hour $264 $268 $268 User Fee Geology
Bldg and Grading Plan Rvw (Plans Only) - Following a Plan Approval Each $1,179 $1,205 $1,205 User Fee Commercial/Multi-Family Residential Hydrogeolic Reviews Each $5,053 $5,089 $5,089 User Fee Lot Line Adjust - SFR
Complex Each $5,389 $5,490 $5,490 User Fee
Standard Guest Houses & Second Units Each $3,704 $3,749 $3,749 User Fee 90 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Foundation Repairs Each $2,527 $2,544 $2,544 User Fee Single Family Residence
Complex Each $5,389 $5,490 $5,490 User Fee
Standard Guest Houses & Second Units Each $3,704 $3,749 $3,749 User Fee Subdivisions - SFR
Complex Per Lot $5,389 $5,490 $5,490 User Fee
Standard Guest Houses & Second Units Per Lot $3,704 $3,749 $3,749 User Fee Miscellaneous
Swimming Pools Each $3,367 $3,348 $3,348 User Fee
Additions Each $3,367 $3,348 $3,348 User Fee
Remodels Each $3,367 $3,348 $3,348 User Fee
Retaining Walls Each $3,367 $3,348 $3,348 User Fee
Seawalls Each $3,367 $3,348 $3,348 User Fee
Slope Repairs Each $3,367 $3,348 $3,348 User Fee
Miscellaneous Geology Projects Per Hour $264 $268 $268 User Fee As-built Geotechnical Report Review Each $538 $536 $536 User Fee Environmental Health Review Fees
Non-OWTS Review - Simple
Planning Phase Each $949 $1,071 $1,071 User Fee
Building Phase Each $430 $402 $402 User Fee
OWTS Repairs
Septic Tank Replacement Each $430 $536 $536 User Fee
Dispersal Area Replacement Each $430 $536 $536 User Fee OWTS Review - Complex
Planning Phase Each $2,493 $2,812 $2,812 User Fee
Building Phase Each $1,780 $2,009 $2,009 User Fee
OWTS Review - Complex Commercial
Planning Phase Each $8,072 $8,000 $8,000 User Fee
Building Phase Each $8,000 $8,000 $8,000 User Fee
Env Health - OWTS Reduced Setback Review Each $949 $536 $536 User Fee Env Health
Hourly Review Fee Each $239 $268 $268 User Fee
Env Health - OWTS As-Built Review Fee Each $239 $268 $268 User Fee Certificate Of OWTS Inspection Each $280 $402 $402 User Fee OWTS Compliance Agreement Each $280 $402 $402 User Fee
Environmental Health Program Fees
Operating Fees
Residential Each $560 $670 $560 User Fee
Commercial Each $1,116 $1,339 $1,116 User Fee
Multi-Family Each $1,116 $1,339 $1,116 User Fee
Transfer Fee Each $239 $268 $239 User Fee
OWTS Practitioner Application Fee:
Initial Registration Each $275 $402 $402 User Fee
Renewal Registration Each $275 $402 $402 User Fee
[1] 2 hour minimum
91 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Address Assignment [1] Each $323 $435 $435 User Fee
Administrative Plan Review
Level 1 - Revision to Previously Issued APR Each 1/2 of current fee $1,129 $1,129 User Fee Level 2 - Landscape Only Each $396 $1,317 $1,317 User Fee Level 3 - Landscape and Site Improvements Each $860 $2,273 $2,273 User Fee Level 4 - APR Minor Each $1,590 $3,216 $3,216 User Fee
Level 5 - APR Major Each $4,652 $6,694 $6,694 User Fee
Level 6 - APR for Major Remodel (<50% of exterior walls) Each $7,156 $9,024 $9,024 User Fee Appeal Fee Each $750 $16,502 $16,502 User Fee
Archaeology
Phase 1 Each $396 $393 $393 User Fee
Phase 2 Each $796 $809 $809 User Fee
Consultant Review [2] Each Pass Through
Biology
Review - Hourly Per Hour $215 $258 $215 Pass Through
After Hours - Hourly Per Hour $250 $301 $250 Pass Through Site Inspection [3] Each $430 $516 $430 Pass Through
Revisions (includes 1 review) [3] Each $430 $516 $430 Pass Through Review - CDP (With ESHA) (includes 3 reviews) [3] Each $1,720 $2,064 $1,720 Pass Through Review - CDP (Without ESHA) (includes 2 reviews) [3] Each $860 $1,032 $860 Pass Through CDP for OWTS Only (includes 1 review) [3] Each $323 $387 $323 Pass Through APR with Development (without landscaping) (includes 1 review) [3] Each $430 $516 $516 User Fee APR with Development (with landscaping) (includes 2 reviews) [3] Each $860 $1,032 $1,032 User Fee APR Landscaping Only (includes 2 reviews) [3] Each $645 $774 $774 User Fee Categorical Exemption [4] Each $75 $130 $130 User Fee
Certificate of Compliance Planning Review Each $1,491 $1,780 $1,780 User Fee Change of Ownership/Occupancy Each $200 $247 $247 User Fee Coastal Development Permit
Level 1 - OWTS Only; Foundation Only; Emergency Permit Only; TUP Events Requiring CDP [5] Each $994 $5,076 $5,076 User Fee
Level 2 - Water Wells; Lot Merger With No Development [5] Each $6,965 $7,083 $7,083 User Fee Level 3 - Accessory Structures; 2nd Units; Additions; Lot Line Adjustments with No Development [5] Each $10,146 $12,074 $12,074 User Fee Level 4 - NSFR; Remodel Non-Conforming Structures [5] Each $11,579 $20,248 $20,248 User Fee Level 5 - Development with Lot Line Adjustment; Tentative Parcel Map With No Development [5] Each $17,981 $23,727 $23,727 User Fee Level 6 - Tentative Parcel Map with Development [5] Each $23,266 $29,090 $29,090 User Fee Level 7 - Multi-Family or Commercial; Tentative Tract Map With or Without Development: [5]
Per Hour Per Hour $200 $174 $174 User Fee
Deposit Deposit $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 Deposit
Level 8 - Amendments to City-issued CDP Each User Fee
Actual Cost + 30%
1/2 of current fee
92 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Level 9 - De-minimis Waiver Fee (DMW)
a. OWTS Each $994 $5,849 $5,849 User Fee
b. Driveway Improvements Each $994 $5,849 $5,849 User Fee Code Enforcement Review
Code Violation - Hourly Per Hour $200 $159 $159 User Fee Code Violation - Minor [6] Each $1,798 $1,968 $1,968 User Fee Code Violation - Major [7] Each $2,996 $5,456 $5,456 User Fee Commercial Cannabis Permit
New Cannabis Dispensary and/or Compliance Review Each $4,652 $8,822 $8,822 User Fee Commercial Cannabis Regulatory Permit Each $798 $1,064 $1,064 User Fee Conditional Use Permit
Existing Non-Conforming Use / No Change Each $1,988 $4,474 $4,474 User Fee New/Transferred Liquor License Each $4,652 $5,343 $5,343 User Fee Conditional Use Permit Compliance & Reporting Each $200 $3,847 $3,847 User Fee All Others [8] Each $3,977 $8,822 $8,822 User Fee
Department of Fish and Wildlife Fee [9] Each Pass Through Demolition Permit Each $396 $590 $590 User Fee
Determination of Commencement of Construction Each New $1,905 $1,905 User Fee Determination Of Use
Director Each $796 $2,370 $2,370 User Fee
Planning Commission Each $6,560 $11,266 $11,266 User Fee Environmental Impact Report [10] Each Pass Through
Environmental Review Board Analysis Each $3,181 $4,231 $4,231 User Fee Environmental Site Assessment Review Fee [10] Each Pass Through Event Permits
Special Event Permit - Minor Each $124 $421 $421 User Fee Special Event Permit - Major Each $124 $2,297 $2,297 User Fee Commercial (Temporary Use Permit) Each $821 $3,045 $3,045 User Fee Commercial (Temporary Use Permit - Non-Profit) Each $342 $977 $977 User Fee Road Race (Temporary Use Permit) [11] Each $1,988 $6,333 $6,333 User Fee Initial Study
Prepared By Consultant [10] Each Pass Through
Prepared By Staff: [10]
Per Hour Per Hour $200 $174 $174 User Fee
Deposit Deposit $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 Deposit
Joint Use Parking Agreement Each $2,386 $7,442 $7,442 User Fee Minor Modification Each $1,192 $3,963 $3,963 User Fee
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Per Hour $200 $174 $174 User Fee Neighborhood Standards Review Each $6,123 $10,151 $10,151 User Fee Outdoor Lighting Review
Residential Minor Each $200 $1,015 $1,015 User Fee
Residential Major (3 or more structures) Each $200 $1,297 $1,297 User Fee Commercial Minor (Tenant Spaces) Each $597 $1,015 $1,015 User Fee Commercial Major Each $1,590 $3,624 $3,624 User Fee
Deviation Each $2,981 $8,040 $8,040 User Fee
set by DFW
Actual Cost + 30%
Actual Cost + 30%
Actual Cost + 30%
93 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Consultant Review Each Pass Through
Over the Counter Permit
Level I Each $200 $407 $407 User Fee
Level II Each $397 $581 $581 User Fee
Planning Clearance
Regular Each $396 $1,499 $1,499 User Fee
Formula Retail Each $3,996 $5,994 $5,994 User Fee
Planning Verification Each $200 $2,370 $2,370 User Fee
Plan Review
Prior to Planning Conformance/Approval:
CDP - Resubmittal of Plans [12] Each $1,192 $1,901 $1,901 User Fee APR - Resubmittal of Plans [13] Each $596 $1,258 $1,258 User Fee After Planning Conformance/Approval:
Substantial Conformance - Minor Each $393 $910 $910 User Fee Substantial Conformance - Major Each $1,192 $2,370 $2,370 User Fee Final Planning Approval "red stamp" Each $448 $494 $494 User Fee Public Notice (Includes costs for staff and materials)
Mailer Each $342 $160 $160 User Fee
Newspaper Legal Notice Each $329 $368 $368 User Fee
Quarter Page Each $421 $354 $354 User Fee
Mailing Data Each Pass Through
Short Term Rental Permit [14] Each $495 $339 $339 User Fee Sign Permit
Individual Each $248 $750 $750 User Fee
Master Program Each $2,386 $5,848 $5,848 User Fee
Temporary Each $48 $455 $455 User Fee
Site Inspection Each $300 $435 $435 User Fee
Site Plan Review
Height Each $3,499 $7,418 $7,418 User Fee
All Other Requests Each $2,981 $3,940 $3,940 User Fee
Solar Panels – Ground-Mounted Each $200 $595 $595 User Fee Stringline Modification Each $3,380 $4,036 $4,036 User Fee Temporary Housing Permit Each New $542 $542
Time Extension
Director Each $596 $660 $660 User Fee
Planning Commission Each $596 $2,371 $2,371 User Fee
Variance Each $3,578 $7,515 $7,515 User Fee
View Preservation Permit
Primary View Determination Each $396 $890 $890 User Fee View Preservation Permit - Planning Director Each $396 $4,230 $4,230 User Fee View Preservation Permit - Planning Commission Each $1,693 $6,212 $6,212 User Fee Wireless Communication Facilities
Level 1 - Waiver from Wireless Design Standards Each $808 $943 $943 User Fee Level 2 - Upgrade Existing Facilities Each $1,574 $3,551 $3,551 User Fee Level 3 - Type 1 Wireless Permit (WP) or WP Right-of- Way Permit (WRP) Each $3,845 $14,302 $14,302 User Fee Level 4 - WP Type 2 Each $6,966 $14,302 $14,302 User Fee Actual Cost
Direct Cost of Time & Materials
94 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Level 5 - WP or WRP with CDP Each $7,245 $9,157 $9,157 User Fee Consultant Conformance Review/Compliance Each Pass Through Post-Approval Compliance (Staff) [15] Each $716 $1,812 $1,812 User Fee Vehicle Impact Protection Device Application Each $597 $595 $595 User Fee Zoning Verification Letter Each $200 $210 $210 User Fee Per Hour Per Hour $200 $174 $174 User Fee
Deposit Deposit $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 Deposit
All Other Planning Services [16] Per Hour $200 $174 $174 User Fee Planning Consultant Services Each Pass Through
[1] Administrative plan review fee includes 2 incomplete letters; 1 site visit; 1 final inspection; coastal development permit exemption; "green stamp" and "red stamp." [3] Biology fees, bill hourly after base fee is expended. Site inspections are not included with fee. [4] Fee set by Office of Los Angeles County Recorder.
[5] If required, lot merger processing is included in fee. [6] Minor code violations are violations which require minimum Planning approval (e.g. OC or no planning approval). [7] Major code violations are violations which require APRs, CDPs, CUPs, etc. [8] This fee shall be billed on hourly basis based on the actual staff time required. [9] Fee set by California Department of Fish and Wildlife. [11] City Specialist fees apply.
[12] Coastal development permit fee includes 3 incomplete letters; 2 site visits not including final inspection; 2 Planning Commission hearings; and "green stamp." [13] Administrative plan review fee includes 2 incomplete letters; 1 site visit; 1 final inspection; coastal development permit exemption; "green stamp" and "red stamp." [14] Ordinance No. 468
[15] Consultant fee charged separately.
PUBLIC WORKS
Land Development Permits (including Revisions) Per Hour $254 $326 $326 User Fee Banner Hanging Permit Flat Fee $380 $489 $489 User Fee
Detention Devices Each $1,273 $1,629 $1,629 User Fee
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Usage
0-3 hours Per kWh $0.50 $0.50 User Fee
each additional hour or portion thereof Per Hour $3.00 $3.00 User Fee Grading and Drainage Inspection Per Hour New $326 $326 User Fee Miscellaneous Fee Per Hour $254 $326 $326 User Fee
Oversized
Oversized Transportation Permit [1] Flat Fee $16 $16
Cal. Code Regs.
tit. 21 § 1411.3 (a)
Oversized Vehicle Permit Flat Fee $32 $90
Cal. Code Regs.
tit. 21 § 1411.3 (a)
Actual Cost + 30%
Actual Cost
[16] For service requests not identified in this Schedule of Fees, the Planning Director or his/her designee shall determine the appropriate fee based on the prevailing hourly rate for staff time involved in the service or activity. Additionally, the City will pass-through to the applicant any discrete costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application or service, plus 30%.
Development Agreement; General Plan Amendment; Local Coastal Program Amendment; Specific Plan; Zoning Amendment [10] [2] The City shall bill hourly for services performed by in-house staff. For services performed by outside consultants/service providers, the City shall bill for actual cost incurred, plus 30%.
[10] Fee covers direct cost to prepare report and/or study plus Planning staff time to manage report and/or study only. All entitlement fees and City Specialist fees to be paid separately.
95 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Over-the-Counter Plan Review Per Hour $254 $326 $326 User Fee Plans and Specifications [2] Flat Fee Pass Through
Preferential Parking Permits
Residential Flat Fee $32 $43 $43 User Fee
Replacement of lost permit Flat Fee $24 $33 $33 User Fee Sidewalk Vending Permit Flat Fee $32 $43 $43 User Fee
Special Events Permit Flat Fee $380 $489 $489 User Fee
Street Name Change Flat Fee $1,271 $1,629 $1,629 User Fee Street Improvements Per Hour $254 $326 $326 User Fee
Encroachment Permit
Annual Blanket Permit Flat Fee $408 $652 $652 User Fee
Per project with 0 - 100 SF of land disturbance, including maintenance Flat Fee $914 $1,792 $1,792 User Fee Per project with more than 100 SF of land disturbance, including maintenance Flat Fee $1,169 $2,118 $2,118 User Fee Trenching / Boring [3] Flat Fee $534 $1,222 $1,222 User Fee Utility pole placement, replacement; equipment placement, replacement Flat Fee $534 $1,222 $1,222 User Fee Driveways Flat Fee $660 $896 $896 User Fee
Temporary
Dumpsters Flat Fee $380 $489 $489 User Fee
Moving Container Flat Fee $534 $733 $733 User Fee
Staging Flat Fee $534 $733 $733 User Fee
Tree Trimming and Removal Flat Fee $534 $733 $733 User Fee Trenching / Boring [3] Flat Fee $914 $1,222 $1,222 User Fee Filming on City Streets
Minor Flat Fee $534 $733 $733 User Fee
Major Flat Fee $705 $1,140 $1,140 User Fee
All Others Per Hour $254 $326 $326 User Fee
[1] Set to match State of California fee.
[2] Fee determined based on cost of materials and shipping, if applicable. Currently, typical amounts range from $20 - $45 per project. [3] Fee applies for projects with up to 100 LF of land disturbance. Projects in excess of 100 LF will be billed hourly.
RECREATION AND FACILITY USE FEES
Administrative and Staffing Fees
Attendant Fee
Full-Time Staff Per Hour $48 $111 $111 User Fee
Part-Time Staff Per Hour $26 $74 $74 User Fee
Audio Technician Per Hour $89 $111 $111 User Fee
Audio Visual Fee Per Use $36 $77 $77 User Fee
Custodian (if necessary) Per Event $413 $403 $403 User Fee Table Linen Rental and Cleaning Per Piece $30 $30 $30 User Fee Security Per Hour; Per Guard $68 $64 $64 User Fee
Late Processing Fee (Less Than 14 Days) Flat Fee $100 $100 $100 Penalty Pre Event Set-Up/Post Event Clean-Up Deposit $50 $50 $50 Deposit Refundable Security/Cleaning Deposit Deposit Deposit
Fee for Events With Attendance of
150-500 people:
Application Fee Per Event $200 $234 $234 User Fee
Processing Fee Per Event $200 $1,706 $1,000 User Fee
Cost of Materials & Shipping
Based upon application; cashed prior to event
96 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type 501 -1,000 people:
Application Fee Per Event $500 $234 $234 User Fee
Processing Fee Per Event $500 $5,685 $2,000 User Fee
1,001 people and over:
Application Fee Per Event $500 $234 $234 User Fee
Processing Fee Per Event $500 $11,371 $4,000 User Fee
Ioki Lot Clearance Per Event $5,000 $5,977 $5,977 User Fee City Hall
City Hall / Bluffs Park - Individual Parking Spaces
Group 1 Per Space; Per Day $14 $40 $15 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Space; Per Day $14 $40 $15 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Space; Per Day $14 $40 $15 Market Rate
Sign Removal Fee Per Sign $30 $27 $27 Market Rate
City Hall - Multi-Purpose Room
Group 1 Per Hour $86 $202 $84 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Hour $139 $202 $136 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Hour $207 $202 $202 Market Rate
City Hall - Senior Center
Group 1 Per Hour $86 $221 $92 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Hour $139 $221 $148 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Hour $207 $221 $221 Market Rate
City Hall - Multi-Purpose Room & Senior Center
Group 1 Per Hour $139 $393 $165 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Hour $222 $393 $263 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Hour $332 $393 $393 Market Rate
City Hall - Conference Room
Group 1
2 Hours Per 2 Hours $40 $147 $73 Market Rate
Each Additional Hour Per Hour $40 $87 $43 Market Rate
Group 2
2 Hours Per 2 Hours $55 $147 $100 Market Rate
Each Additional Hour Per Hour $55 $87 $59 Market Rate
Group 3
2 Hours Per 2 Hours $81 $147 $147 Market Rate
Each Additional Hour Per Hour $81 $87 $87 Market Rate
City Hall - Malibu Civic Theater
Group 1
1 Hour Per Hour $173 $916 $381 Market Rate
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $430 $3,662 $1,523 Market Rate
Half Day (8 Hours) Per 8 Hours $691 $7,325 $3,046 Market Rate Full Day (16 Hours) Per 16 hours $1,088 $14,649 $6,092 Market Rate 97 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Group 2
1 Hour Per Hour $275 $916 $605 Market Rate
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $693 $3,662 $2,421 Market Rate
Half Day (8 Hours) Per 8 Hours $1,107 $7,325 $4,842 Market Rate Full Day (16 Hours) Per 16 hours $1,740 $14,649 $9,684 Market Rate Group 3
1 Hour Per Hour $416 $916 $916 Market Rate
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $1,037 $3,662 $3,662 Market Rate
Half Day (8 Hours) Per 8 Hours $1,658 $7,325 $7,325 Market Rate Full Day (16 Hours) Per 16 hours $2,612 $14,649 $14,649 Market Rate Heathercliff Property
Group 1
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $706 $2,230 $706 Market Rate
Half Day (12 Hours) Per 12 Hours $1,591 $2,912 $1,591 Market Rate Each Additional Hour Per Hour $150 $281 $150 Market Rate Full Day (24 Hours) Per 24 hours $2,122 $4,277 $2,122 Market Rate Group 2
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $1,178 $2,230 $1,178 Market Rate
Half Day (12 Hours) Per 12 Hours $2,653 $2,912 $2,653 Market Rate Each Additional Hour Per Hour $250 $281 $250 Market Rate Full Day (24 Hours) Per 24 hours $3,537 $4,277 $3,537 Market Rate Group 3
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $1,650 $2,230 $1,650 Market Rate
Half Day (12 Hours) Per 12 Hours $3,713 $2,912 $3,713 Market Rate Each Additional Hour Per Hour $350 $281 $350 Market Rate Full Day (24 Hours) Per 24 hours $4,951 $4,277 $4,951 Market Rate Ioki Property
Group I
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $706 $1,203 $706 Market Rate
Half Day (12 Hours) Per 12 Hours $1,591 $1,885 $1,591 Market Rate Each Additional Hour Per Hour $150 $195 $150 Market Rate Full Day (24 Hours) Per 24 hours $2,122 $3,249 $2,122 Market Rate Group 2
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $1,178 $1,203 $1,178 Market Rate
Half Day (12 Hours) Per 12 Hours $2,653 $1,885 $2,653 Market Rate Each Additional Hour Per Hour $250 $195 $250 Market Rate Full Day (24 Hours) Per 24 hours $3,537 $3,249 $3,537 Market Rate Group 3
4 Hours Per 4 Hours $1,650 $1,203 $1,650 Market Rate
Half Day (12 Hours) Per 12 Hours $3,713 $1,885 $3,713 Market Rate Each Additional Hour Per Hour $350 $195 $350 Market Rate Full Day (24 Hours) Per 24 hours $4,951 $3,249 $4,951 Market Rate 98 Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Community Center (Michael Landon Center)
Community Center Indoor
Group 1 Per Hour $82 $188 $77 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Hour $133 $188 $125 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Hour $200 $188 $188 Market Rate
Community Center Outdoor Event
Group 1 Per Hour $126 $5,972 $148 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Hour $200 $5,972 $235 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Hour $298 $5,972 $350 Market Rate
Community Center Indoor And Outdoor
Group 1 Per Hour $166 $6,100 $231 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Hour $266 $6,100 $370 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Hour $395 $6,100 $550 Market Rate
Public Meeting Room
Group 1 Per 2 Hours $40 $87 $43 Market Rate
Group 2 Per 2 Hours $56 $87 $60 Market Rate
Group 3 Per 2 Hours $81 $87 $87 Market Rate
Other Recreation Facility Rental Fees
Picnic Area
Group 1 Per 4 Hours $90 $125 $90 Market Rate
Group 2 Per 4 Hours $132 $125 $132 Market Rate
Group 3 Per 4 Hours $200 $171 $200 Market Rate
Sports Field
Full Field
Group 1 Per 2 Hours $39 $125 $37 Market Rate
Group 2 Per 2 Hours $60 $125 $56 Market Rate
Group 3 Per 2 Hours $91 $85 $85 Market Rate
Half Field
Group 1 Per 2 Hours $25 $500 $21 Market Rate
Group 2 Per 2 Hours $35 $500 $30 Market Rate
Group 3 Per 2 Hours $50 $62 $43 Market Rate
Batting Cage
Group 1 Per 2 Hours $20 $31 $16 Market Rate
Group 2 Per 2 Hours $30 $31 $24 Market Rate
Group 3 Per 2 Hours $40 $31 $31 Market Rate
Equestrian Park Arena
Group 1 Per Hour / Per Arena New $103 $52 Market Rate
Group 2 Per Hour / Per Arena New $103 $77 Market Rate
Group 3 Per Hour / Per Arena New $103 $103 Market Rate
Parkland Development Fee [1]
Single Family Dwelling Each $4,968 $5,137
Development
Impact Fee
Attached MF < 5 units Each $4,240 $4,384
Development
99 Impact Fee
Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Attached MF >= 5 units Each $3,159 $3,266
Development
Impact Fee
Duplex, Triplex, Quad Each $3,938 $4,072
Development
Impact Fee
Mobile Home Space Each $2,857 $2,954
Development
Impact Fee
Filming Fees
Motion Application:
Up to 10 People Each $181 $187 Pass Through
10 - 25 People Each $474 $490 Pass Through
Over 25 People Each $1,073 $1,109 Pass Through
Motion Permit (Per Day):
Up to 10 People Per Day $219 $226 Pass Through
10 or More People Per Day $437 $452 Pass Through
B-Roll Motion Permit (Per Day):
Up to 10 People Per Day $219 $226 Pass Through
10 or More People Per Day $437 $452 Pass Through
Motion Cancellation Each $437 $452 Pass Through
Motion Revisions:
Minor Revisions Each $181 $187 Pass Through
Substantial Revisions Each $290 $300 Pass Through
Penalty Each Penalty
Parking On Street/Right-of-Way:
Up to 60 Vehicles Per Day $357 $369 Pass Through
Over 60 Vehicles Per Day $717 $741 Pass Through
Removal of Production Signs Per Sign $80 $83 Pass Through Still Shoot Application:
Up to 25 People Each $181 $187 Pass Through
Over 25 People Each $474 $490 Pass Through
Still Shoot Permit (Per Day):
Up to 10 People Per Day $76 $79 Pass Through
10 - 25 People Per Day $219 $226 Pass Through
Over 25 People Per Day $437 $452 Pass Through
Still Shoot Cancellation Each $181 $187 Pass Through
Still Shoot Revisions:
Minor Revisions Each $89 $92 Pass Through
Substantial Revisions Each $144 $149 Pass Through
Use of City Property - Filming:
Up to 30 People
Up to 6 hours Each $2,149 $2,222 Pass Through
Each Additional Hour Per Hour $357 $369 Pass Through
Over 30 People
Up to 6 hours Each $3,222 $3,332 Pass Through
Each Additional Hour Per Hour $538 $556 Pass Through
Use of City Property - Still Shoot:
Up to 10 People Per Hour $179 $185 Pass Through
Over 10 People Per Hour $217 $224 Pass Through
Double App Fee
100
Fee Name Unit Current Fee Total Cost Recommended Fee Fee Type Monitor Fee:
0 - 8 Hours Per Hour $80 $83 Pass Through
8 - 12 Hours Per Hour $122 $126 Pass Through
Over 12 Hours Per Hour $161 $166 Pass Through
Filming on City Streets or Right of Way Per Day $717 $741 Pass Through Community Signature Processing Fee Each $718 $742 Pass Through Drone Usage Fee Each $718 $742 Pass Through
Fire District Permit Convenience Fee Per Dollar $0.10 $0.10 Pass Through Late Processing Fee Each $181 $187 Penalty
[1] Resolution No. 91-67.
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