Agenda packet, regular meeting — Palm Desert City Council, August 28, 2025 (part 8 of 9)

The following represent key outcomes and proposals of particular relevance to City leaders and policymakers:

Primary Outcomes
 Multi-Year Phase-In Approach
o Current fees recover less than the City’s full cost of providing fee-related services, an estimated 61% overall cost recovery of today’s costs for services. o Since these fees are regulatory in nature and typically correlated with high levels of direct benefit to the service recipient, communities frequently target full cost recovery for these development-related services.
o To allow the City to move toward full cost recovery, while being mindful of broad community goals and values and collaboration with the development community, staff recommends using a multi-year phased approach to enhance cost recovery levels.
o The recommended fee phase-in would take place over a three-year timeframe. An example of the timing of the proposed fee adjustments is as follows:
 Year 1 Fee Adjustment – Fiscal Year 2025/26, 68% Overall Cost Recovery  Year 2 Fee Adjustment – Fiscal Year 2026/27, 75% Overall Cost Recovery  Year 3 Fee Adjustment – Fiscal Year 2027/28, 82% Overall Cost Recovery o The City will target full cost recovery for most services, however the costs of certain services (e.g., General Plan Update) will continue to be funded via other City sources.
 Building Fees
o Building plan review, permit processing, and field inspection fees have been restructured to enhance the correlation between services provided and fees collected. The proposed fee methodology is scaled to allow for lower fees for less complex projects and higher fees for more complex projects. o Establish fixed, consolidated fees for the City’s most common minor permits. o The proposed fee model will simplify fee estimates for applicants and streamline fee calculation and collection for staff.
o The proposed building fees are set to achieve full cost recovery.  Planning Fees
o Due to the nature of development in California, many projects require substantial resources over a multi-month and potentially multi-year timeframe, depending on project complexity and magnitude.
o Full cost recovery is targeted from most proposed fees due to the regulatory nature of the fees and the high level of direct benefit resulting from construction activities, including enjoyment of property enhancements, increased property values, and the desire to avoid having other Palm Desert residents and businesses subsidize an individual's private construction activities.
o The City may adjust fees and enhance cost recovery, without positioning itself as a regional outlier.
 Engineering Fees
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o Engineering and encroachment permit fees are collected to recover the costs associated with improvement plan review, permitting, and construction inspection, along with review and inspection of work conducted within the City right-of-way. o The proposed engineering fees are set to achieve full cost recovery.

Fee Comparison
To assist the City Council in evaluating suggested fee adjustments, current and proposed fees were compared with those charged by other agencies in the region.

The City of Palm Desert, consistent with other communities throughout the State, maintains a fee schedule that addresses many potential unique service requests. Consequently, an exhaustive comparison of all potential fee scenarios is unrealistic. Instead, comparison information for several targeted fee categories is provided to give the City Council a reasonable sense of expected changes.

For Palm Desert, the outcomes indicate that new fees may fall anywhere from the low to the mid to upper end of the regional fee spectrum, depending on the service provided. This is common among municipalities due to varying levels of service and review included in different fee categories. Although comparison outcomes will differ from fee to fee, some general conclusions can be drawn:
 Fees may be adjusted without positioning Palm Desert as a regional outlier.  Currently, Palm Desert is at the lower end of the regional fee spectrum for various planning fee scenarios contemplated.
 Comparison information for other regional agencies is based on information contained in the 2024 Residential Development Fee Study, prepared by DVBA.

The services for which a city imposes a user or regulatory fee typically derive from an individual person or entity’s action, request, or behavior. Therefore, except in cases where there is an overwhelming public benefit generated by a city’s involvement in the individual action, a fee for service ensures that the individual bears most, if not all, of the cost incurred by the City to provide that service. When a fee targets “100%” or full cost recovery, the individual bears the entire cost. When a fee targets less than full cost recovery, another City revenue source—most often the General Fund—subsidizes the activity.

The illustration shown below provides a comparison of Development Services fees intended to serve as a reasonable estimate of what an applicant would pay for Building, Planning, and Engineering fees per unit for a 60-unit tract home development in Year 3, measured against fee schedules from surrounding cities. It highlights Palm Desert’s current and proposed fees, demonstrating that the City continues to remain on the lower end of the fee spectrum in the region.
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Note, amounts shown are based on the consultant’s interpretation of other agency fee schedules. Amounts shown are intended for illustrative purposes rather than representing an exact calculation.

The proposed fees are intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including confirmation that they do not constitute a tax as defined in Article 13C of the California Constitution, and that they are no more than necessary to cover the reasonable costs of the City’s activities and services addressed by the fees. Additionally, the allocation of costs to each payer bears a fair and reasonable relationship to the payer’s burdens on, or benefits received from, the activities and services provided by the City.

Industry best practice and California law align in stating that user and regulatory fees should be based on the estimated reasonable cost of service and should bear a fair and reasonable relationship to the payer’s burdens on, or benefits received from, the activities and/or services provided by the City.

This table outlines the current and proposed valuation-based fees for various developmentrelated services, based on the ICC Building Valuation Data from February 2025. The proposed fee adjustments are scheduled to be implemented over a three-year period, allowing for a gradual transition from the existing fee structure to a new model.

Fee Comparison Table 1: Current vs. Proposed Valuation-Based Fees (2025–2028, 3 Year phased approach)
Valuation based fees calculated based on
ICC Building Valuation Data February 2025
Current
Fee Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
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BUILDING
HVAC Change-out Residential $159 $165 $172 $178
Patio Cover $159 $225 $290 $356
Re-Roof (up to 2,000 sq. ft.) $159 $210 $261 $312
Swimming Pool - Residential $318 $449 $581 $712
Single Family Dwelling (21,464 sq.
ft./$3,629,348)
Plan Check $11,885 10,333 $10,367 $10,401
Inspection $18,021 $15,897 $15,949 $16,001
Hotel - 96 Rooms (62,974 sq.
ft./$12,482,706)
Plan Check $19,851 $34,445 $34,479 $35,513
Inspection $19,162 $52,993 $53,045 $53,096
Commercial (3,830 sq. ft./$792,657)
Plan Check $1,187 $2,579 $2,669 $2,760
Inspection $1,226 $3,968 $4,106 $4,246

PLANNING
Tentative Tract Map - Up to 20 Acres $3,308 $4,781 $6,255 $7,728 Tentative Parcel Map $1,203 $2,213 $3,222 $4,232

LAND ENGINEERING
Single Family Grading (plan check only) $698 $1,016 $1,333 $1,651 Final Tract Map (20 Acres - 93 Lots) $12,878 $11,354 $11,505 $11,655 Final Parcel Map - 2 Sheets/2 Lots $1,503 $1,711 $1,922 $2,130 Additionally, ongoing review and adjustment of fees provides multiple benefits, including:
 Increasing the availability of General Fund revenues for services and activities available to all residents and businesses, such as public safety services.  Keeping pace with general cost inflation.
 Avoiding fee spikes that are more likely when municipalities leave fees unchanged for multiple years.
 Providing fee payers, City staff, and policymakers with a consistent pattern that supports forecasting and decision-making.
 Meeting fee payer service level expectations by collecting fees that fund the existing level of services provided.
 Allows the City to increase service levels in areas where gaps previously existed, supporting more timely and effective processing and inspections.  Encouraging generational equity among fee payers by avoiding long-term stagnation followed by significant increases.
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The User and Regulatory Fee Study is included as Attachment 2 of this report. The study contains the following information:
 Appendix 1: Detailed cost-of-service information for the services examined in this study, including:
o Divisional cost-of-service and cost recovery information o Calculation of fully burdened hourly rates
o Service time estimates
o Cost-of-service calculations and current cost recovery information for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions
o Proposed fee and proposed cost recovery information for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions.
 Appendix 2: A listing of fees proposed for adoption by the City Council, formatted to help applicants and City staff understand applicable fees and how fees are calculated.  Appendix 3: A summary illustration of the current fee, current cost recovery level, proposed fee, and proposed cost recovery level for various fee-related services provided by the divisions. This appendix presents a consolidated view of information contained in Appendix 1.

Legal Review:

This report has been reviewed by the City Attorney’s office.

Strategic Plan:

Recovering a greater share of the City’s costs of reviewing plans and construction associated with private development activities aligns with the Land Use, Housing, and Open Space components of the City’s strategic plan. Additionally, it enables the City to allocate more resources to other priority areas in the strategic plan, such as parks, recreation, and public safety.

Public Notice and Compliance
In accordance with applicable regulations and procedural requirements, the following public notice and notification procedures have been completed for the upcoming public hearing:

1. Notice of Public Hearing Publication:

A notice of the public hearing was published twice in the Desert Sun newspaper. The first publication occurred at least 10 days prior to the hearing date (August 15, 2025), and the second publication took place at least five days later (August 21, 2025), meeting the required publication interval.

2. Written Notice to Interested Parties:

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prior to the hearing date on August 14, 2025, ensuring recipients had time to prepare for participation.

Initial discussions regarding the updated fee schedule began in May 2025, with subsequent meetings held thereafter. Follow-up notices were issued after the City Attorney reviewed the report and provided comments. The revised study presented to stakeholders in May improved upon the previous version by:
 Clearly identifying where specific information is located within the report;  Clarifying how costs of service are calculated, including the drivers of hourly rates and estimated service times, explaining the basis for proposed fees, and the costof-service methodology.

Following these updates, the revised report was recirculated to stakeholders.

3. Public Availability of Supporting Materials:

All materials supporting the proposed fees were made publicly available for review at least 10 days before the scheduled public hearing via the Engage Palm Desert website.

These documents are accessible through the City’s website, enabling stakeholders to examine the information prior to the hearing.

4. Notification to Development Community:

An email notice regarding the public hearing and the availability of supporting materials was distributed on August 13, 2025, to the broader development community. This included an active contact list of developers, engineers, and contractors maintained in the Land Management System. This outreach ensured industry stakeholders were informed and had an opportunity to participate in the hearing process. A total of 2,138 emails were sent, and comments received through this outreach were included in the staff report.

This report confirms compliance with all applicable public hearing notice requirements.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

The anticipated financial impact of the proposed changes is an additional $971,000 in General Fund revenue over the three-year phase-in period. The adjustments to the City’s fee schedule are intended to align fees with the cost of services provided.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution and Fee Schedule
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2. User and Regulatory Fee Study

3. Public Hearing Notices

4. Presentation

5. Public Comments
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM

DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SCHEDULE OF USER AND
REGULATORY FEES FOR VARIOUS CITY SERVICES.

WHEREAS, user and regulatory fees are established by the City Council; and WHEREAS, the City recently completed a study to identify the cost of providing various user and regulatory fee-related services; and
WHEREAS, the study examined fee-related services provided by the City, the costs reasonably borne by the City in providing those services, the beneficiaries of those services, and the revenues produced by those paying fees and charges for special services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that providing these services is of special benefit to applicants both separate and apart from the general benefit to the public; and therefore, in the interests of fairness to the general public, the City desires to better recover the costs of providing these services from applicants who have sought or require the City's services by revising its schedule of fees; and WHEREAS, the City Council hereby finds that the study provides adequate evidence to conclude that the revised fees do not exceed the cost to provide the services for which the fees are charged; and
WHEREAS, fee adjustments are proposed over a multi-year time frame; and WHEREAS, initial fee adjustments will be effective 60 days from the date of adoption, and subsequent adjustments shall be effective July 1, 2026, and July 1, 2027; and
WHEREAS, the City’s current fee schedule methodology has remained unchanged since its inception and relies on complex software-based calculations; and WHEREAS, this system is difficult for the public to understand and lacks transparency; and
WHEREAS, adopting an updated fee calculation model with a blended staff rate aligns with current industry standards and improves cost recovery and clarity; and WHEREAS, subsequent to the adjustments prescribed above, the City Council desires that annually the City Manager may update the various fees based on the annual percentage change in the all-urban Consumer Price Index for Riverside-San BernardinoOntario (CPI) as published for the month of March in the given year; and WHEREAS, if the CPI does not increase or decreases in a given year, no adjustment shall be made to the fee schedule for that year; and WHEREAS, in compliance with all applicable regulations and procedural 1433
requirements related to public notification and transparency, the City has ensured that proper notice of the upcoming public hearing has been provided, including: (1) publication of the Notice of Public Hearing in the Desert Sun newspaper on two separate occasions, with the first publication occurring no less than ten (10) days before the hearing date (August 15, 2025) and the second publication made at least five (5) days apart from the first (August 21, 2025), thereby satisfying legal posting intervals; (2) issuance of written notices to all interested parties who requested notification, with such notices delivered at least fourteen (14) days in advance of the hearing to allow sufficient time for preparation; (3) public availability of all materials supporting the proposed fees, which have been accessible on the City’s website for at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing date to facilitate public review and transparency; and (4) dissemination of an email notice to the development community including developers, engineers, and contractors—via the City’s Land Management System contact list, thereby ensuring broad industry awareness and opportunity for participation in the public hearing process; and WHEREAS, in adopting this Resolution, the City Council is taking action only on those fees for the services, programs or products set forth in Exhibit “A” which have been modified from prior resolutions of the City Council. The remaining fees that have not been modified from prior resolutions shall remain in full force and effect.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, as follows:

SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The City Council finds and determines that the recitals of this Resolution are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into this Resolution as though fully set forth herein.

SECTION 2. Establishment and Update of User and Regulatory Fees. The City Council hereby adopts the fees, charges, and rates as set forth in attached Exhibit "A" and incorporated by this reference.

SECTION 3. Effective Date. Any new or adjusted fees adopted by this Resolution shall go into effect 60 days of the adopted date for the initial year of the phase-in, July 1, 2026 for the second year of the phase-in, and July 1, 2027 for the third year of the phasein.

SECTION 4. Certification. The City Clerk shall attest to and certify the vote adopting this resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, at its regular meeting held on this 28th day of August 2025.

JAN HARNIK, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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I, Anthony J. Mejia, City Clerk of the City of Palm Desert, hereby certify that Resolution No. 2025- is a full, true, and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert on August 28, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

RECUSED:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Palm Desert, California, on .

ANTHONY J. MEJIA

CITY CLERK
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Exhibit “A”
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Proposed Fee Schedule
Year One of Multi-Year Phase-In
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Fee Type Page
Building Permit Fees 1
Planning 11
Engineering and Encroachment Permit Fees 16
City Fees Adopted Under Separate Resolution/Ordinance 23 City of Palm Desert
Schedule of User and Regulatory Fees
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BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
1 HVAC Change-Out - Residential $165 Y
2 HVAC Change-Out - Commercial (per unit) $248 Y
3 Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit
a) Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) $256 [a] N b) Above 15kW – per kW (All inclusive)
i) Base Fee $256 [a] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 15kW $15 [a] N
4 Commercial Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) a) 50kW or less $439 [b] N
b) 50kW – 250kW
i) Base Fee $439 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 50kW up to 250kW $7 [b] N
c) Above 250kW
i) Base Fee $1,839 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 250kW $5 [b] N
5 Service Panel Upgrade - Residential $165 Y
6 Service Panel Upgrade - Commercial $225 Y
7 EV Charger - Residential $165 Y
8 EV Charger - Commercial See Permit Fee Table "B". N
9 Water Heater Changeout - Residential $113 Y
10 Water Heater Changeout - Commercial $142 Y
11 Line Repair - Sewer / Water / Gas / Re-pipe $165 Y
12 New Sewer Connection $212 Y
13 Residential Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $210 Y
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $30 Y
A. Fees for Commonly Requested Building Permit Types. Additional fees may apply for permit processing (as shown in Building Fees Section H (1)), required Plan Review (as shown in Building Fees Section G (1)), services provided by other City Departments (e.g., Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g., State of California).

Fee Description
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Fee Note CPI
A. Fees for Commonly Requested Building Permit Types. Additional fees may apply for permit processing (as shown in Building Fees Section H (1)), required Plan Review (as shown in Building Fees Section G (1)), services provided by other City Departments (e.g., Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g., State of California).

Fee Description
14 Commercial Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $375 Y
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $30 Y
15 Demolition
a) Residential Single Family $165 Y
b) Commercial $165 Y
c) Miscellaneous Non-Structural $165 Y
16 Temporary Power Pole $165 Y
17 Swimming Pool/Spa
a) Residential Swimming Pool / Spa (Includes Remodel) $449 Y b) Commercial Swimming Pool/Spa (Each Pool) $598 Y
c) Detached Spa / Water Feature $331 Y
d) Commercial Pool Remodel $331 Y
e) Equipment Change-out Alone $178 Y
18 Patio Cover/Carport- Residential (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $195 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $225 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $225 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $254 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $165 Y
19 Patio Cover/Carport - Commercial (Per patio cover/carport) - Plan check fee applies
a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $225 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $254 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $254 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $284 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $165 Y
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20 Window / Sliding Glass Door
a) Retrofit / Whole Replacement Only
i) Up to 5 $180 Y
ii) Each additional 5 $15 Y
b) New / Alteration - Plan check fee applies
i) First $210 Y
ii) Each additional $15 Y
21 Block/Masonry Wall (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) 0 - 100 ft $225 Y
b) Each Add'l 25 ft $15 Y
22 Trash Enclosure (per trash enclosure) $165 Y
23 Parking Lot Re-striping and Accessibility $178 Y
24 Appeals Board Application $712 Y
25 Cell Site Application (plan check fees apply) $401 Y 26 Cell Site Alteration (plan check fees apply) $178 Y
27 Sign Permit $178 Y
28 Temporary Tent Bleachers $178 Y
29 Tenant Improvement (Includes MEP)
a) 0 - 2,000 sq ft $712 Y
b) Each Additional 500 sq ft $178 Y
30 Residential Remodel (Includes MEP)
a) 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath $178 Y
b) More than 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath
i) 0 - 200 sq ft $356 Y
ii) Each Additional 100 sq ft $89 Y
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Fee Description
* Additional fees may apply for plan review, as needed. Plan Review Fees are listed in Building Fees Section G (1). [a] California Government Code Section 66015(a)(1), establishes maximum fees for residential solar energy systems. For photovoltaic systems, fees shall not exceed $450 plus $15 per kW for each kilowatt above 15kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $450, plus $15 per kWth for each kilowatt thermal above 10kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance. [b] California Government Code Section 66015(b)(1), establishes maximum fees for commercial solar energy systems. Fees shall not exceed $1,000 for systems up to 50kW plus $7 per kilowatt for each kilowatt between 51kW and 250kW, plus $5 for each kilowatt above 250kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $1,000 up to the 30kWth, plus $7 per kWth for each kWth between the 30th and 260th kWth, plus $5 for each kWth above 260kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance.

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Total Valuation Permit Fee CPI
$1 to $4,000 $169.78 N
$4,001 to $10,000 $169.78 for the first $4,000 plus $9.89 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $10,000
N
$10,001 to $50,000 $229.11 for the first $10,000 plus $8.89 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000
N
$50,001 to $100,000 $584.76 for the first $50,000 plus $9.34 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000
N
$100,001 to $500,000 $1,051.61 for the first $100,000 plus $4.06 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000
N
$500,001 to $1,000,000 $2,677.60 for the first $500,000 plus $4.41 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000
N
$1,000,001 and up $4,880.53 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.19 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof over $1,000,000
N
For permits requiring energy, or accessability review, the following percentages shall be added to the base permit fee N
N
Determination of Valuation for Fee-Setting Purposes
● Project valuations shall be based on the total value of all construction work, including all finish work, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, elevators, fire-extinguishing systems and any other permanent equipment. If, in the opinion of the Building Official, the valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied, unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the Building Official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the Building Official. For determining project valuations for new construction, the Building Official may use data published by the International Code Council (ICC) (building valuation data table, typically updated in February and August of each year). The final building permit valuation shall be set at an amount that allows the City to recover its costs of applicant plan check, permit and inspection activities.

Note: For construction projects with permit fees calculated using Section B, C, D, or E, additional fees apply for permit issuance. Additional fees apply for plan review, when applicable. Additional fees may apply for services provided by other City Departments (e.g. Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g. State of California).

B. Permit Fee for New Construction and Additions (Includes Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical) Energy inspection fees = Base permit fee x .05
Accessibility inspection fees = Base permit fee x .05
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Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
Permit Fee CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
D. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
E. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
$229.11
C. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
Permit Fee
$89.00
$169.78
$199.45
$169.78
$199.45
$229.11
Permit Fee
$89.00
$169.78
$199.45
$229.11
$89.00
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Fee Note CPI
1 Stand-Alone or Combination Permit Fees (Alternative Calculation) a) One Inspection Required $89 Y
b) Two Inspections Required $170 Y
c) Three Inspections Required $199 Y
d) Four Inspections Required $347 Y
e) Each Additional Inspection $89 Y
F. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone or Combination Permits Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule Note: For construction projects with permit fees calculated using Section F, additional fees apply for permit issuance. Additional fees apply for plan review, when applicable. Additional fees may apply for services provided by other City Departments (e.g. Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g. State of California). Additional fees apply for plan review, when applicable.

Activity Description
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Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
1 Plan Review Fees
a) Plan Review Fee, if applicable 65% of Building Permit Fee [a] N b) Phased Plan Check (when applicable) 1.5x full plan check fee for entire bldg N c) Expedited Plan Check (when applicable) 1.5x standard plan check fee N d) Tract Homes, Condos, Apartments (Production
Units)
10% of standard plan check fee [b] N
e) Alternate Materials and Materials Review $178 per hour Y f) Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent) $178 per hour Y g) Revisions of Approved Plans $178 per hour Y
h) Revisions that Add Scope 65% of Added Building Permit Fee per hour [a] N i) Standalone Plan Check $89 per half hour Y
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.

G. Building Plan Review Fees
Activity Description
When applicable, plan check fees shall be paid at the time of application for a building permit.

The plan checking fee is in addition to the building permit fee [a] Includes up to three plan checks. The City will bill hourly for additional plan review required. [b] For identical buildings built by the same builder on the same lot or in the same tract and for which building permits are issued at the same time.

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Fee Note CPI
1 Permit Processing Fee
a) Minor Permits $59 Y
b) New Construction/Tenant Improvements $134 Y
2 General Plan Maintenance Fee
(percent of building permit fee)
3% [a] N
3 Technology Fee
(percent of permit fee)
5% [b] N
4 Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee Calculation
a) Residential $0.50 or valuation x .00013 [c] N
b) Commercial $0.50 or valuation x .00028 [c] N
5 Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation (Valuation) a) $1 - $25,000 $1 [c] N
b) $25,001 - $50,000 $2 [c] N
c) $50,001 - $75,000 $3 [c] N
d) $75,001 - $100,000 $4 [c] N
e) Each Add'l $25,000 or fraction thereof Add $1 [c] N
6 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
7 Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (per 30 Days) $178 Y 8 Sewer Certificate of Compliance $119 Y
9 Renew for Final, Courtesy Inspection
(Meter Release without a Permit, Non-Emergency Inspection Requests) $89 Y
10 Addressing - Residential Or Commercial (Per Unit/Lot/Meter/Cell Sites) Includes New Addressing And Changes
$89 Y
11 Building Official Variance Consideration (per hour) $178 Y Copies, Re-Print, Change Of Contractor
12 Job Card / Permit Re-Print $20 Y
13 Change Of Contractor $30 Y
Violation Fees
14 Work Without a Permit 2x building
permit fee
N
H. Other Fees
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 11
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BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
H. Other Fees
Activity Description
Other Fees
15 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 N
b) 24 x 36 per sheet $0.80 N
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 N
16 Phased Inspection Fee (per inspection) $89 Y
17 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum) $214 Y 18 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Re-inspection or More) (each) $89 [d] Y 19 Missed inspection Fee $89 Y
20 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour) $89 Y 21 Compliance Inspection Fee $178 Y
22 Special / Other Inspection Fee $178 Y
23 Mobile Home Permit Fees See Title 25 of CA Code of Regulations [c] N 24 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee within 1 year from Expiration 50% of building permit/plan check fees
N
25 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee over 1 year from Expiration 100% of building permit/plan check fees
N
26 Refunds
a) Fees Erroneously Paid or Collected by the City 100% refund [e] N b) Fees Prior to Work Being Commenced up to 80% refund [f] N c) 180 Days After Payment of Fees no refund [g] N

[b] Fee applies to all permits (e.g., building permits, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits). [c] Fees established by the State of California.
[d] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [e] The Building Official may authorize refunding of any fee paid, or portion thereof, which was erroneously paid or collected by the city. [f] No fees are refundable once the work covered by them is commenced. [g] Whether work has commenced or not, no fees are refundable more than 180 days after their payment. [a] Fee applies to all building permits (e.g., new construction, additions, tenant improvements, etc.), but not mechanical, electrical, or plumbing permits.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.

Appendix II: p. 12
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PLANNING FEES
Fee Note CPI
Use Permit
1 Administrative Use Permit $966 Y
2 Conditional Use Permit $4,260 Y
3 Temporary Use Permit
a) Minor Temporary Use Permit [a]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status No Charge N
ii) All Others $303 Y
b) Major Temporary Use Permit [b]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status $184 Y
ii) All Others $671 Y
Architectural Review / Site Development Review
4 Single-Family/Duplex Permit $1,071 Y
5 Residential - Fence and Wall Exceptions $703 Y
6 RV Parking - With Appeal $245 Y
7 Commercial (façade revision/modification / awning replacement) $1,458 Y 8 New Commercial with Prior Entitlement $1,458 Y
9 Residential Tract, Multifamily Residential, and/or Mixed Use $1,745 Y Precise Plan / Preliminary Development Plan
10 Precise Plan - Up to 5 Acres $5,425 Y
11 Precise Plan - More than 5 Acres $6,775 Y
Modification of Precise Plan / Conditional Use Permit
12 Modification - Revised Permit $4,137 Y
13 Substantial Conformance - Director Determination $1,104 Y Landscape Plan
14 Onsite Landscape Plans $967 Y
15 Offsite Landscape Plans $1,213 Y
Housing
16 Senate Bill (SB) 330 Application Review $613 Y
Pre-Application
17 Pre-Application No Charge Y
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 13
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Development Agreement
18 Development Agreement Review
a) Base Fee $4,456 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $10,000 Y 19 Development Agreement Amendment
a) Base Fee $1,717 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $10,000 N Environmental Review
20 Categorical Exemption $123 [c] Y
21 Initial Study / Addendum / Subsequent / Streamlined $2,024 [c] Y 22 Initial Study / Negative Declaration / Mitigated Neg. Declaration $2,944 [c] Y 23 Environmental Impact Report Review $11,960 [c] Y
24 Deposit for Third Party Review or In-House Preparation of CEQA Documents, As Needed (In addition to Fees Shown Above)
Pass-Through of Actuals, plus 10% Admin,
with $10,000 Initial Deposit
[c] N
Variance
25 Adjustment $725 Y
26 Variance $3,176 Y
Special Event Permit
27 Special Event Permit $153 Y
28 Drone / Film / Still Photography $201 Y
Signs
29 Temporary Signage Permit $54 Y
30 Sign Permit $127 Y
31 Sign Program Review (with ARC Review) $1,243 Y
32 ARC Sign Design Review - Monument Signs and Sign Design $753 Y 33 Sign Program Amendment $998 Y
Subdivision / Tentative Parcel Map
34 Tentative Parcel Map (4 or less parcels / commercial) $2,213 Y 35 Tentative Parcel Map Revision $1,845 Y
Appendix II: p. 14
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Subdivision / Tentative Tract Map (5 or more parcels)
36 Up to 20 acres $4,781 Y
37 More than 20 acres $6,131 Y
38 Tentative Tract Map Revision $4,107 Y
39 Tentative Condominium Map $4,781 Y
Time Extensions
40 Staff Review $491 Y
41 Planning Commission Review $736 Y
42 City Council Review $981 Y
General / Specific Plans
43 General Plan Amendment $5,263 Y
44 General Plan Text Amendment $2,046 Y
45 Zone Change $3,791 Y
46 Zoning Text Amendment $2,453 Y
47 Specific Plan $4,907 Y
48 Specific Plan Amendment $2,453 Y
Historic Preservation
49 Historical Landmark / District Designation No Charge Y 50 Mills Act $318 application;
$1,000 contract initiation
Y
51 Certificate Of Appropriateness No Charge Y
Appeals
52 Appeal to Director of Development Services (per appeal) $276 Y 53 Appeal to Planning Commission (per appeal) $276 Y
54 Appeal to City Council (per appeal) $276 Y
Zoning Plan Review
55 Alterations/Additions - Residential $61 Y
56 New Construction - Single Family Residential $92 Y
57 New Construction - 2-4 Residential Units $123 Y
58 New Construction - 5+ Residential Units $245 Y
59 New Construction - Non-Residential $184 Y
60 Alterations/Additions - Non-Residential $61 Y
Appendix II: p. 15
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 N
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 N
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 N
62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
63 Annexation Actual Cost w/ $25,000 initial deposit N
64 Mailing / Noticing $150 Y
65 Street Name Change / Review $1,104 Y
66 Certificate of Use $85 Y
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New $67 Y
b) Renewal $50 Y
68 Zoning Letter $307 Y
69 Expedited Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [d] N
Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License $50 plus 1% of gross receipts per month N 71 Massage Establishment $273 Y
72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New $57 Y
b) Renewal $41 Y
73 Entertainment Site Plan $123 Y
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule 74 Planning (per hour) $184 Y
75 Code Enforcement (per hour) $144 Y
76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review 100% pass-through of actual cost N 77 Outside Service Providers 100% pass-through of actual cost N Appendix II: p. 16
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
* Any reference to acreage in the fees listed above should be interpreted as gross acres. [c] Fish and Wildlife recordation fees shall be paid separately. [a] Minor temporary use permit: indoor event; outdoor event with tents less 400 SF, no generators, or external electrical supply required; smallscale entertainment or amplified sound; pre-prepared food and packaged snacks and/or 1-2 food trucks; foldable and/or light-weight outdoor furniture; events with fewer than 100 project attendees. [b] Major temporary use permit: pyrotechnics and/or special effects display; fireworks permit; valet service required; live entertainment with amplified sound that requires a stage and seating/bleachers; road closures or substantial parking lot space occupied; large-scale food; City-owned property; events with 3+ vendors.
[d] Request for expedited service is subject to Development Services Department Director approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.

Appendix II: p. 17
1455
City of Palm Desert

DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Land Subdivision
1 Parcel Map:
a) Final Parcel Map
i) Base Fee $1,403 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $154 per lot Y
b) Final Parcel Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $387 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $71 per lot Y
c) Substantial Conformance Review $1,653 each Y
2 Tract Map:
a) Final Tract Map
i) Base Fee $1,403 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $107 per lot Y
b) Final Tract Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $671 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $36 per lot Y
c) Substantial Conformance Review $2,556 each Y
3 Reversion to Acreage:
a) Initial Sheet $426 per sheet Y
b) Each Additional Sheet $213 per sheet Y
4 Lot Line Adjustment/Parcel Merger
a) Lot Line Adjustment $1,641 per request Y
b) Parcel Merger $1,641 per request Y
5 Street Dedication/Vacation
a) Land Action Documents
(ROW/Easements/Grant Deeds)
$880 per request Y
b) Vacation of Street/Public ROW $2,133 per request Y
6 Land Survey
a) Record of Survey $408 per request Y
b) Certificate of Correction $408 per request Y
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 18
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet $1,137 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $491 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $387 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $142 per sheet Y
b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet $1,137 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $426 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $142 per sheet Y
c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet $1,653 per sheet Y
ii) Each Lot $88 per lot Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $387 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $71 per sheet Y
d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial $1,016 per lot Y
ii) Revision $284 per lot Y
e) PM10
i) Initial Report $265 per report Y
ii) Revisions - per report $71 per report Y
f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,065 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $529 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $213 per sheet Y
g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet $2,130 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,491 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $529 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $213 per sheet Y
Appendix II: p. 19
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
h) Signing and Striping
i) Initial Sheet $1,326 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $284 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $387 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $142 per sheet Y
i) Traffic Signal
i) Initial Sheet $1,555 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $355 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $512 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $284 per sheet Y
j) Traffic Control Plan $36 per sheet Y
k) Record Drawings/As Built Review
i) Initial Sheet $142 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $36 per sheet Y
l) Hydrology Report
i) Initial Report $1,205 per report Y
ii) Revisions $458 per report Y
m) Traffic Study $604 per study Y
n) WQMP Report
i) With Prior Entitlement $1,491 per report Y
ii) Without Prior Entitlement $3,745 per report Y
iii) Revisions $387 per report Y
o) SWPPP / Erosion Control
i) Initial Plan $685 per plan Y
ii) Revisions $334 per plan Y
p) Public Sewer and/or Water Only
i) Initial Sheet $71 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $36 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $0 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 per sheet Y
8 Plan Review (>3 Reviews) $213 per hour Y
9 Expedited Plan Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [a] N
Appendix II: p. 20
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading Permit / PM10
10 Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $168 each Y 11 Clear and Grub Permit $107 each Y
12 Grading Permit
a) Rough Grading including PM10 and SWPPP $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N b) Precise Grading including PM10 and SWPPP $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N c) Single Family Residential Final Grading $213 per lot Y 13 PM10 $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
Encroachment and Project Improvement Inspection
Permits
14 Project Improvement Permit Inspections
a) Street Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements (Includes Signing & Striping)
$500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
b) Storm Drain Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements
$500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
c) Traffic Signal Inspection Fee $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N d) Landscape Inspection
i) Offsite $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
ii) Onsite
a) Residential (Each Lot) $107 Each Lot Y
b) Non-Residential (Each Commercial or Common
Area)
$213 Each Commercial or
Common Area
Y
e) Survey Monument $71 Per Lot Y
15 Encroachment Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $97 each Y 16 Encroachment Permit Inspections
a) Curb and Gutter (per 100 LF) $213 per 100 LF Y
b) Driveway Approach
i) Residential $177 per approach Y
ii) Commercial $354 per approach Y
c) Excavation / Boring (per 100 LF) $852 per 100 LF Y
d) Traffic Control Plan Review and Inspection (PW Only) $177 per day Y e) Utility Cut $177 per location Y
Appendix II: p. 21
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
17 Research/Administrative
a) Bond Reduction Request (per bond) $710 Y
b) Final Inspection/Acceptance (per bond/deposit) $994 Y c) Monumentation Release $213 Y
d) Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) $284 per request Y e) SIA - Time Extension $284 per request Y
f) Assignment & Assumptions Agreement $568 per request Y g) Flood Plain Research/FEMA App $284 per request Y
Reactivation of Permit
18 Reactivation of an Expired Permit 50% of Permit Fee N Technology Enhancement Fee
19 Technology Enhancement Fee (percent of permit) 5% N
20 Transportation Permit
a) Annual $90 each N
b) Single Event $16 each N
21 Community Garden
a) Community Garden - Application $50 each Y
b) Re-key Fee $10 each Y
22 Self Hauler/Back Hauler
a) Initial $80 each Y
b) Renewal $80 each Y
Pod/Dumpster
23 Pod/Dumpster $213 Y
Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
24 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
Appendix II: p. 22
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Other
25 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 Y
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 Y
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 Y
26 Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent) $213 per hour Y 27 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum) $256 per hour Y 28 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Time or More) (each) $107 each [b] Y 29 Missed inspection Fee $107 each Y
30 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour)
$107 per 1/2 hour Y
31 Refunds
a) Refunds for Plan Checks
i) If plan check has not begun 90% refund [c] N
ii) If 1st plan check has begun 30% refund [c] N
iii) If 2nd plan check has begun 10% refund [c] N
iv) Past 2nd plan check no refund [c] N
b) Refunds for Permits - Permit issued and no work has
commenced
Up to 50% of original permit
fee
[d] N
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule
32 Development Engineering and Encroachment Personnel
(per hour)
$213 Y
33 City Attorney or Other Legal Review 100% pass-through of actual cost
N
34 Outside Service Providers (e.g., LAFCO, County,
Newspaper)
100% pass-through of actual
cost
N
Appendix II: p. 23
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
[e] Each deposit and/or fee listed in this schedule is based on the estimated number of hours required to perform a standard service request and the typical cost of services/materials required to perform the requested service. For service requests that are anticipated to require efforts, services, or materials, materially different than those typically required, the Department reserves the right to modify the initial deposit amount and/or use a time and materials billing methodology rather than a fixed fee for service. For fees calculated as a percentage of project valuation, valuation shall be based on engineer's cost estimate.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application. [a] Expedited Plan Review request is subject to City Engineer approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload. [b] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [c] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding a percentage of fees paid with the following schedule. If any portion of the plan check fee has been paid out by the city to another agency or consultant for services rendered in connection with the plan check, no refund of that portion of the fee shall be made.
[d] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding of not more than 50% of fees paid when no work has been done under an issued permit. In no case shall the refund exceed the cost of services provided to date of cancellation of permit issuance.

Appendix II: p. 24
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CITY FEES ADOPTED UNDER SEPARATE RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE
Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
1 Signalization RES 79-58
2 Park Dedication Fees ORD 1259
3 Childcare Facilities RES 05-79
4 Fuel Cell Permit RES 08-12
5 Job Valuation RES 83-073
6 Low Income Housing RES 90-130
7 Construction Fee ORD 216
8 Drainage Facilities ORD 218
9 Fire Protection & Equipment ORD 1073
10 Public Art ORD 473
11 Fire Impact ORD 1120
12 Haul Route Wear and Tear Fee ORD 1294
The following fees were not examined as part of the fee study but may be charged as part of the permit process
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 25
1463
Proposed Fee Schedule
Year Two of Multi-Year Phase-In
Appendix II: p. 26
1464
Fee Type Page
Building Permit Fees 1
Planning 11
Engineering and Encroachment Permit Fees 16
City Fees Adopted Under Separate Resolution/Ordinance 23 City of Palm Desert
Schedule of User and Regulatory Fees
Appendix II: p. 27
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BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
1 HVAC Change-Out - Residential $172 Y
2 HVAC Change-Out - Commercial (per unit) $258 Y
3 Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit
a) Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) $353 [a] N b) Above 15kW – per kW (All inclusive)
i) Base Fee $353 [a] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 15kW $15 [a] N
4 Commercial Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) a) 50kW or less $720 [b] N
b) 50kW – 250kW
i) Base Fee $720 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 50kW up to 250kW $7 [b] N
c) Above 250kW
i) Base Fee $2,120 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 250kW $5 [b] N
5 Service Panel Upgrade - Residential $172 Y
6 Service Panel Upgrade - Commercial $290 Y
7 EV Charger - Residential $172 Y
8 EV Charger - Commercial See Permit Fee Table "B". N
9 Water Heater Changeout - Residential $145 Y
10 Water Heater Changeout - Commercial $205 Y
11 Line Repair - Sewer / Water / Gas / Re-pipe $172 Y
12 New Sewer Connection $239 Y
13 Residential Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $261 Y
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $59 Y
A. Fees for Commonly Requested Building Permit Types. Additional fees may apply for permit processing (as shown in Building Fees Section H (1)), required Plan Review (as shown in Building Fees Section G (1)), services provided by other City Departments (e.g., Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g., State of California).

Fee Description
Appendix II: p. 28
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Fee Description
14 Commercial Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $432 Y
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $59 Y
15 Demolition
a) Residential Single Family $172 Y
b) Commercial $172 Y
c) Miscellaneous Non-Structural $172 Y
16 Temporary Power Pole $172 Y
17 Swimming Pool/Spa
a) Residential Swimming Pool / Spa (Includes Remodel) $581 Y b) Commercial Swimming Pool/Spa (Each Pool) $877 Y
c) Detached Spa / Water Feature $343 Y
d) Commercial Pool Remodel $343 Y
e) Equipment Change-out Alone $178 Y
18 Patio Cover/Carport- Residential (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $231 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $290 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $290 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $350 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $172 Y
19 Patio Cover/Carport - Commercial (Per patio cover/carport) - Plan check fee applies
a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $290 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $350 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $350 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $409 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $172 Y
Appendix II: p. 29
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Fee Description
20 Window / Sliding Glass Door
a) Retrofit / Whole Replacement Only
i) Up to 5 $201 Y
ii) Each additional 5 $30 Y
b) New / Alteration - Plan check fee applies
i) First $261 Y
ii) Each additional $30 Y
21 Block/Masonry Wall (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) 0 - 100 ft $290 Y
b) Each Add'l 25 ft $30 Y
22 Trash Enclosure (per trash enclosure) $172 Y
23 Parking Lot Re-striping and Accessibility $178 Y
24 Appeals Board Application $712 Y
25 Cell Site Application (plan check fees apply) $401 Y 26 Cell Site Alteration (plan check fees apply) $178 Y
27 Sign Permit $178 Y
28 Temporary Tent Bleachers $178 Y
29 Tenant Improvement (Includes MEP)
a) 0 - 2,000 sq ft $712 Y
b) Each Additional 500 sq ft $178 Y
30 Residential Remodel (Includes MEP)
a) 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath $178 Y
b) More than 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath
i) 0 - 200 sq ft $356 Y
ii) Each Additional 100 sq ft $89 Y
Appendix II: p. 30
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Appendix II: p. 31
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BUILDING FEES
Total Valuation Permit Fee CPI
$1 to $4,000 $173.89 N
$4,001 to $10,000 $173.89 for the first $4,000 plus $19.78 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $10,000
N
$10,001 to $50,000 $292.56 for the first $10,000 plus $13.35 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000
N
$50,001 to $100,000 $826.38 for the first $50,000 plus $11.79 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000
N
$100,001 to $500,000 $1,415.81 for the first $100,000 plus $3.81 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000
N
$500,001 to $1,000,000 $2,940.80 for the first $500,000 plus $3.98 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000
N
$1,000,001 and up $4,932.27 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.78 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof over $1,000,000
N
For permits requiring energy, or accessability review, the following percentages shall be added to the base permit fee N
N
Determination of Valuation for Fee-Setting Purposes
● Project valuations shall be based on the total value of all construction work, including all finish work, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, elevators, fire-extinguishing systems and any other permanent equipment. If, in the opinion of the Building Official, the valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied, unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the Building Official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the Building Official. For determining project valuations for new construction, the Building Official may use data published by the International Code Council (ICC) (building valuation data table, typically updated in February and August of each year). The final building permit valuation shall be set at an amount that allows the City to recover its costs of applicant plan check, permit and inspection activities.

BUILDING FEES
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
Permit Fee CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
D. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
E. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
$292.56
C. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
Permit Fee
$89.00
$173.89
$233.22
$173.89
$233.22
$292.56
Permit Fee
$89.00
$173.89
$233.22
$292.56
$89.00
Appendix II: p. 33
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City of Palm Desert

BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
1 Stand-Alone or Combination Permit Fees (Alternative Calculation) a) One Inspection Required $89 Y
b) Two Inspections Required $174 Y
c) Three Inspections Required $233 Y
d) Four Inspections Required $352 Y
e) Each Additional Inspection $89 Y
F. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone or Combination Permits Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule Note: For construction projects with permit fees calculated using Section F, additional fees apply for permit issuance. Additional fees apply for plan review, when applicable. Additional fees may apply for services provided by other City Departments (e.g. Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g. State of California). Additional fees apply for plan review, when applicable.

Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 34
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G. Building Plan Review Fees
Activity Description
When applicable, plan check fees shall be paid at the time of application for a building permit.

Appendix II: p. 35
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BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
1 Permit Processing Fee
a) Minor Permits $119 Y
b) New Construction/Tenant Improvements $267 Y
2 General Plan Maintenance Fee
(percent of building permit fee)
3% [a] N
3 Technology Fee
(percent of permit fee)
5% [b] N
4 Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee Calculation
a) Residential $0.50 or valuation x .00013 [c] N
b) Commercial $0.50 or valuation x .00028 [c] N
5 Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation (Valuation) a) $1 - $25,000 $1 [c] N
b) $25,001 - $50,000 $2 [c] N
c) $50,001 - $75,000 $3 [c] N
d) $75,001 - $100,000 $4 [c] N
e) Each Add'l $25,000 or fraction thereof Add $1 [c] N
6 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
7 Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (per 30 Days) $356 Y 8 Sewer Certificate of Compliance $237 Y
9 Renew for Final, Courtesy Inspection
(Meter Release without a Permit, Non-Emergency Inspection Requests) $178 Y
10 Addressing - Residential Or Commercial (Per Unit/Lot/Meter/Cell Sites) Includes New Addressing And Changes
$89 Y
11 Building Official Variance Consideration (per hour) $178 Y Copies, Re-Print, Change Of Contractor
12 Job Card / Permit Re-Print $39 Y
13 Change Of Contractor $59 Y
Violation Fees
14 Work Without a Permit 2x building
permit fee
N
H. Other Fees
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 36
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Appendix II: p. 37
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PLANNING FEES
Fee Note CPI
Use Permit
1 Administrative Use Permit $1,587 Y
2 Conditional Use Permit $5,626 Y
3 Temporary Use Permit
a) Minor Temporary Use Permit [a]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status No Charge N
ii) All Others $520 Y
b) Major Temporary Use Permit [b]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status $184 Y
ii) All Others $1,256 Y
Architectural Review / Site Development Review
4 Single-Family/Duplex Permit $1,915 Y
5 Residential - Fence and Wall Exceptions $1,179 Y
6 RV Parking - With Appeal $491 Y
7 Commercial (façade revision/modification / awning replacement) $2,385 Y 8 New Commercial with Prior Entitlement $2,385 Y
9 Residential Tract, Multifamily Residential, and/or Mixed Use $3,265 Y Precise Plan / Preliminary Development Plan
10 Precise Plan - Up to 5 Acres $7,957 Y
11 Precise Plan - More than 5 Acres $10,655 Y
Modification of Precise Plan / Conditional Use Permit
12 Modification - Revised Permit $5,381 Y
13 Substantial Conformance - Director Determination $2,208 Y Landscape Plan
14 Onsite Landscape Plans $1,404 Y
15 Offsite Landscape Plans $1,894 Y
Housing
16 Senate Bill (SB) 330 Application Review $1,227 Y
Pre-Application
17 Pre-Application No Charge Y
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 38
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Development Agreement
18 Development Agreement Review
a) Base Fee $5,908 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $10,000 Y 19 Development Agreement Amendment
a) Base Fee $3,435 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $10,000 N Environmental Review
20 Categorical Exemption $245 [c] Y
21 Initial Study / Addendum / Subsequent / Streamlined $3,772 [c] Y 22 Initial Study / Negative Declaration / Mitigated Neg. Declaration $5,612 [c] Y 23 Environmental Impact Report Review $11,960 [c] Y
24 Deposit for Third Party Review or In-House Preparation of CEQA Documents, As Needed (In addition to Fees Shown Above)
Pass-Through of Actuals, plus 10% Admin,
with $10,000 Initial Deposit
[c] N
Variance
25 Adjustment $1,282 Y
26 Variance $3,428 Y
Special Event Permit
27 Special Event Permit $307 Y
28 Drone / Film / Still Photography $376 Y
Signs
29 Temporary Signage Permit $73 Y
30 Sign Permit $155 Y
31 Sign Program Review (with ARC Review) $2,094 Y
32 ARC Sign Design Review - Monument Signs and Sign Design $1,112 Y 33 Sign Program Amendment $1,603 Y
Subdivision / Tentative Parcel Map
34 Tentative Parcel Map (4 or less parcels / commercial) $3,222 Y 35 Tentative Parcel Map Revision $2,486 Y
Appendix II: p. 39
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Subdivision / Tentative Tract Map (5 or more parcels)
36 Up to 20 acres $6,255 Y
37 More than 20 acres $8,953 Y
38 Tentative Tract Map Revision $4,905 Y
39 Tentative Condominium Map $6,255 Y
Time Extensions
40 Staff Review $981 Y
41 Planning Commission Review $1,472 Y
42 City Council Review $1,963 Y
General / Specific Plans
43 General Plan Amendment $8,520 Y
44 General Plan Text Amendment $3,967 Y
45 Zone Change $5,576 Y
46 Zoning Text Amendment $4,907 Y
47 Specific Plan $9,813 Y
48 Specific Plan Amendment $4,907 Y
Historic Preservation
49 Historical Landmark / District Designation No Charge Y 50 Mills Act $318 application;
$1,000 contract initiation
Y
51 Certificate Of Appropriateness No Charge Y
Appeals
52 Appeal to Director of Development Services (per appeal) $276 Y 53 Appeal to Planning Commission (per appeal) $276 Y
54 Appeal to City Council (per appeal) $276 Y
Zoning Plan Review
55 Alterations/Additions - Residential $123 Y
56 New Construction - Single Family Residential $184 Y
57 New Construction - 2-4 Residential Units $245 Y
58 New Construction - 5+ Residential Units $491 Y
59 New Construction - Non-Residential $368 Y
60 Alterations/Additions - Non-Residential $123 Y
Appendix II: p. 40
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 N
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 N
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 N
62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
63 Annexation Actual Cost w/ $25,000 initial deposit N
64 Mailing / Noticing $300 Y
65 Street Name Change / Review $2,208 Y
66 Certificate of Use $134 Y
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New $79 Y
b) Renewal $71 Y
68 Zoning Letter $337 Y
69 Expedited Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [d] N
Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License $50 plus 1% of gross receipts per month N 71 Massage Establishment $320 Y
72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New $65 Y
b) Renewal $56 Y
73 Entertainment Site Plan $245 Y
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule 74 Planning (per hour) $184 Y
75 Code Enforcement (per hour) $144 Y
76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review 100% pass-through of actual cost N 77 Outside Service Providers 100% pass-through of actual cost N Appendix II: p. 41
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Appendix II: p. 42
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Land Subdivision
1 Parcel Map:
a) Final Parcel Map
i) Base Fee $1,554 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $184 per lot Y
b) Final Parcel Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $620 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $142 per lot Y
c) Substantial Conformance Review $1,679 each Y
2 Tract Map:
a) Final Tract Map
i) Base Fee $1,554 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $107 per lot Y
b) Final Tract Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $1,188 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $71 per lot Y
c) Substantial Conformance Review $2,556 each Y
3 Reversion to Acreage:
a) Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
b) Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
4 Lot Line Adjustment/Parcel Merger
a) Lot Line Adjustment $2,471 per request Y
b) Parcel Merger $2,471 per request Y
5 Street Dedication/Vacation
a) Land Action Documents
(ROW/Easements/Grant Deeds)
$1,292 per request Y
b) Vacation of Street/Public ROW $2,771 per request Y
6 Land Survey
a) Record of Survey $817 per request Y
b) Certificate of Correction $817 per request Y
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 43
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet $1,420 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $671 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $620 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $284 per sheet Y
b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet $1,420 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $284 per sheet Y
c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet $1,679 per sheet Y
ii) Each Lot $97 per lot Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $620 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $142 per sheet Y
d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial $1,333 per lot Y
ii) Revision $568 per lot Y
e) PM10
i) Initial Report $452 per report Y
ii) Revisions - per report $142 per report Y
f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,065 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $904 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet $2,130 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,491 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $904 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
Appendix II: p. 44
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
h) Signing and Striping
i) Initial Sheet $1,542 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $568 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $620 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $284 per sheet Y
i) Traffic Signal
i) Initial Sheet $1,629 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $710 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $868 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $568 per sheet Y
j) Traffic Control Plan $36 per sheet Y
k) Record Drawings/As Built Review
i) Initial Sheet $284 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $71 per sheet Y
l) Hydrology Report
i) Initial Report $1,667 per report Y
ii) Revisions $762 per report Y
m) Traffic Study $1,207 per study Y
n) WQMP Report
i) With Prior Entitlement $1,491 per report Y
ii) Without Prior Entitlement $3,789 per report Y
iii) Revisions $620 per report Y
o) SWPPP / Erosion Control
i) Initial Plan $1,195 per plan Y
ii) Revisions $513 per plan Y
p) Public Sewer and/or Water Only
i) Initial Sheet $142 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $71 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $0 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 per sheet Y
8 Plan Review (>3 Reviews) $213 per hour Y
9 Expedited Plan Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [a] N
Appendix II: p. 45
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading Permit / PM10
10 Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $244 each Y 11 Clear and Grub Permit $213 each Y
12 Grading Permit
a) Rough Grading including PM10 and SWPPP $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N b) Precise Grading including PM10 and SWPPP $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N c) Single Family Residential Final Grading $266 per lot Y 13 PM10 $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
Encroachment and Project Improvement Inspection
Permits
14 Project Improvement Permit Inspections
a) Street Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements (Includes Signing & Striping)
$500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
b) Storm Drain Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements
$500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
c) Traffic Signal Inspection Fee $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N d) Landscape Inspection
i) Offsite $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
ii) Onsite
a) Residential (Each Lot) $107 Each Lot Y
b) Non-Residential (Each Commercial or Common
Area)
$213 Each Commercial or
Common Area
Y
e) Survey Monument $142 Per Lot Y
15 Encroachment Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $102 each Y 16 Encroachment Permit Inspections
a) Curb and Gutter (per 100 LF) $213 per 100 LF Y
b) Driveway Approach
i) Residential $195 per approach Y
ii) Commercial $390 per approach Y
c) Excavation / Boring (per 100 LF) $852 per 100 LF Y
d) Traffic Control Plan Review and Inspection (PW Only) $195 per day Y e) Utility Cut $195 per location Y
Appendix II: p. 46
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
17 Research/Administrative
a) Bond Reduction Request (per bond) $1,420 Y
b) Final Inspection/Acceptance (per bond/deposit) $1,988 Y c) Monumentation Release $426 Y
d) Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) $568 per request Y e) SIA - Time Extension $568 per request Y
f) Assignment & Assumptions Agreement $1,136 per request Y g) Flood Plain Research/FEMA App $568 per request Y
Reactivation of Permit
18 Reactivation of an Expired Permit 50% of Permit Fee N Technology Enhancement Fee
19 Technology Enhancement Fee (percent of permit) 5% N
20 Transportation Permit
a) Annual $90 each N
b) Single Event $16 each N
21 Community Garden
a) Community Garden - Application $50 each Y
b) Re-key Fee $10 each Y
22 Self Hauler/Back Hauler
a) Initial $80 each Y
b) Renewal $80 each Y
Pod/Dumpster
23 Pod/Dumpster $213 Y
Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
24 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
Appendix II: p. 47
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Appendix II: p. 49
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CITY FEES ADOPTED UNDER SEPARATE RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE
Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
1 Signalization RES 79-58
2 Park Dedication Fees ORD 1259
3 Childcare Facilities RES 05-79
4 Fuel Cell Permit RES 08-12
5 Job Valuation RES 83-073
6 Low Income Housing RES 90-130
7 Construction Fee ORD 216
8 Drainage Facilities ORD 218
9 Fire Protection & Equipment ORD 1073
10 Public Art ORD 473
11 Fire Impact ORD 1120
12 Haul Route Wear and Tear Fee ORD 1294
The following fees were not examined as part of the fee study but may be charged as part of the permit process
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 50
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Proposed Fee Schedule
Year Three of Multi-Year Phase-In
Appendix II: p. 51
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Fee Type Page
Building Permit Fees 1
Planning 11
Engineering and Encroachment Permit Fees 16
City Fees Adopted Under Separate Resolution/Ordinance 23 City of Palm Desert
Schedule of User and Regulatory Fees
Appendix II: p. 52
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BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
1 HVAC Change-Out - Residential $178 Y
2 HVAC Change-Out - Commercial (per unit) $267 Y
3 Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit
a) Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) $450 [a] N b) Above 15kW – per kW (All inclusive)
i) Base Fee $450 [a] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 15kW $15 [a] N
4 Commercial Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) a) 50kW or less $1,000 [b] N
b) 50kW – 250kW
i) Base Fee $1,000 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 50kW up to 250kW $7 [b] N
c) Above 250kW
i) Base Fee $2,400 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 250kW $5 [b] N
5 Service Panel Upgrade - Residential $178 Y
6 Service Panel Upgrade - Commercial $356 Y
7 EV Charger - Residential $178 Y
8 EV Charger - Commercial See Permit Fee Table "B". N
9 Water Heater Changeout - Residential $178 Y
10 Water Heater Changeout - Commercial $267 Y
11 Line Repair - Sewer / Water / Gas / Re-pipe $178 Y
12 New Sewer Connection $267 Y
13 Residential Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $312 Y
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $89 Y
A. Fees for Commonly Requested Building Permit Types. Additional fees may apply for permit processing (as shown in Building Fees Section H (1)), required Plan Review (as shown in Building Fees Section G (1)), services provided by other City Departments (e.g., Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g., State of California).

Fee Description
Appendix II: p. 53
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Fee Description
14 Commercial Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $490 Y
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $89 Y
15 Demolition
a) Residential Single Family $178 Y
b) Commercial $178 Y
c) Miscellaneous Non-Structural $178 Y
16 Temporary Power Pole $178 Y
17 Swimming Pool/Spa
a) Residential Swimming Pool / Spa (Includes Remodel) $712 Y b) Commercial Swimming Pool/Spa (Each Pool) $1,157 Y
c) Detached Spa / Water Feature $356 Y
d) Commercial Pool Remodel $356 Y
e) Equipment Change-out Alone $178 Y
18 Patio Cover/Carport- Residential (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $267 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $356 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $356 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $445 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $178 Y
19 Patio Cover/Carport - Commercial (Per patio cover/carport) - Plan check fee applies
a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $356 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $445 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $445 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $534 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $178 Y
Appendix II: p. 54
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Fee Description
20 Window / Sliding Glass Door
a) Retrofit / Whole Replacement Only
i) Up to 5 $223 Y
ii) Each additional 5 $45 Y
b) New / Alteration - Plan check fee applies
i) First $312 Y
ii) Each additional $45 Y
21 Block/Masonry Wall (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) 0 - 100 ft $356 Y
b) Each Add'l 25 ft $45 Y
22 Trash Enclosure (per trash enclosure) $178 Y
23 Parking Lot Re-striping and Accessibility $178 Y
24 Appeals Board Application $712 Y
25 Cell Site Application (plan check fees apply) $401 Y 26 Cell Site Alteration (plan check fees apply) $178 Y
27 Sign Permit $178 Y
28 Temporary Tent Bleachers $178 Y
29 Tenant Improvement (Includes MEP)
a) 0 - 2,000 sq ft $712 Y
b) Each Additional 500 sq ft $178 Y
30 Residential Remodel (Includes MEP)
a) 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath $178 Y
b) More than 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath
i) 0 - 200 sq ft $356 Y
ii) Each Additional 100 sq ft $89 Y
Appendix II: p. 55
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Appendix II: p. 56
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BUILDING FEES
Total Valuation Permit Fee CPI
$1 to $4,000 $178.00 N
$4,001 to $10,000 $178.00 for the first $4,000 plus $29.67 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $10,000
N
$10,001 to $50,000 $356.00 for the first $10,000 plus $17.80 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000
N
$50,001 to $100,000 $1,068.00 for the first $50,000 plus $14.24 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000
N
$100,001 to $500,000 $1,780.00 for the first $100,000 plus $3.56 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000
N
$500,001 to $1,000,000 $3,204.00 for the first $500,000 plus $3.56 for each add'l $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000
N
$1,000,001 and up $4,984.00 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.38 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof over $1,000,000
N
For permits requiring energy, or accessability review, the following percentages shall be added to the base permit fee N
N
Energy inspection fees = Base permit fee x .05
Accessibility inspection fees = Base permit fee x .05
Determination of Valuation for Fee-Setting Purposes
● Project valuations shall be based on the total value of all construction work, including all finish work, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, elevators, fire-extinguishing systems and any other permanent equipment. If, in the opinion of the Building Official, the valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied, unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the Building Official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the Building Official. For determining project valuations for new construction, the Building Official may use data published by the International Code Council (ICC) (building valuation data table, typically updated in February and August of each year). The final building permit valuation shall be set at an amount that allows the City to recover its costs of applicant plan check, permit and inspection activities.

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BUILDING FEES
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
Permit Fee CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up $356.00 N
Permit Fee
$267.00
$356.00
$89.00
$178.00
$267.00
E. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
$356.00
$89.00
$178.00
C. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
Permit Fee
$89.00
$178.00
$267.00
D. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
Appendix II: p. 58
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BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
1 Stand-Alone or Combination Permit Fees (Alternative Calculation) a) One Inspection Required $89 Y
b) Two Inspections Required $178 Y
c) Three Inspections Required $267 Y
d) Four Inspections Required $356 Y
e) Each Additional Inspection $89 Y
F. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone or Combination Permits Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule Note: For construction projects with permit fees calculated using Section F, additional fees apply for permit issuance. Additional fees apply for plan review, when applicable. Additional fees may apply for services provided by other City Departments (e.g. Planning and/or Engineering Review), Technology Enhancement Fees, and Fees Collected on Behalf of Other Agencies (e.g. State of California). Additional fees apply for plan review, when applicable.

Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 59
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G. Building Plan Review Fees
Activity Description
When applicable, plan check fees shall be paid at the time of application for a building permit.

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BUILDING FEES
Fee Note CPI
1 Permit Processing Fee
a) Minor Permits $178 Y
b) New Construction/Tenant Improvements $401 Y
2 General Plan Maintenance Fee
(percent of building permit fee)
3% [a] N
3 Technology Fee
(percent of permit fee)
5% [b] N
4 Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee Calculation
a) Residential $0.50 or valuation x .00013 [c] N
b) Commercial $0.50 or valuation x .00028 [c] N
5 Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation (Valuation) a) $1 - $25,000 $1 [c] N
b) $25,001 - $50,000 $2 [c] N
c) $50,001 - $75,000 $3 [c] N
d) $75,001 - $100,000 $4 [c] N
e) Each Add'l $25,000 or fraction thereof Add $1 [c] N
6 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
7 Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (per 30 Days) $534 Y 8 Sewer Certificate of Compliance $356 Y
9 Renew for Final, Courtesy Inspection
(Meter Release without a Permit, Non-Emergency Inspection Requests) $267 Y
10 Addressing - Residential Or Commercial (Per Unit/Lot/Meter/Cell Sites) Includes New Addressing And Changes
$89 Y
11 Building Official Variance Consideration (per hour) $178 Y Copies, Re-Print, Change Of Contractor
12 Job Card / Permit Re-Print $59 Y
13 Change Of Contractor $89 Y
Violation Fees
14 Work Without a Permit 2x building
permit fee
N
H. Other Fees
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 61
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Appendix II: p. 62
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PLANNING FEES
Fee Note CPI
Use Permit
1 Administrative Use Permit $2,208 Y
2 Conditional Use Permit $6,992 Y
3 Temporary Use Permit
a) Minor Temporary Use Permit [a]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status No Charge N
ii) All Others $736 Y
b) Major Temporary Use Permit [b]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status $184 Y
ii) All Others $1,840 Y
Architectural Review / Site Development Review
4 Single-Family/Duplex Permit $2,760 Y
5 Residential - Fence and Wall Exceptions $1,656 Y
6 RV Parking - With Appeal $736 Y
7 Commercial (façade revision/modification / awning replacement) $3,312 Y 8 New Commercial with Prior Entitlement $3,312 Y
9 Residential Tract, Multifamily Residential, and/or Mixed Use $4,784 Y Precise Plan / Preliminary Development Plan
10 Precise Plan - Up to 5 Acres $10,488 Y
11 Precise Plan - More than 5 Acres $14,536 Y
Modification of Precise Plan / Conditional Use Permit
12 Modification - Revised Permit $6,624 Y
13 Substantial Conformance - Director Determination $3,312 Y Landscape Plan
14 Onsite Landscape Plans $1,840 Y
15 Offsite Landscape Plans $2,576 Y
Housing
16 Senate Bill (SB) 330 Application Review $1,840 Y
Pre-Application
17 Pre-Application No Charge Y
Activity Description
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Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Development Agreement
18 Development Agreement Review
a) Base Fee $7,360 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $10,000 Y 19 Development Agreement Amendment
a) Base Fee $5,152 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $10,000 N Environmental Review
20 Categorical Exemption $368 [c] Y
21 Initial Study / Addendum / Subsequent / Streamlined $5,520 [c] Y 22 Initial Study / Negative Declaration / Mitigated Neg. Declaration $8,280 [c] Y 23 Environmental Impact Report Review $11,960 [c] Y
24 Deposit for Third Party Review or In-House Preparation of CEQA Documents, As Needed (In addition to Fees Shown Above)
Pass-Through of Actuals, plus 10% Admin,
with $10,000 Initial Deposit
[c] N
Variance
25 Adjustment $1,840 Y
26 Variance $3,680 Y
Special Event Permit
27 Special Event Permit $460 Y
28 Drone / Film / Still Photography $552 Y
Signs
29 Temporary Signage Permit $92 Y
30 Sign Permit $184 Y
31 Sign Program Review (with ARC Review) $2,944 Y
32 ARC Sign Design Review - Monument Signs and Sign Design $1,472 Y 33 Sign Program Amendment $2,208 Y
Subdivision / Tentative Parcel Map
34 Tentative Parcel Map (4 or less parcels / commercial) $4,232 Y 35 Tentative Parcel Map Revision $3,128 Y
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Subdivision / Tentative Tract Map (5 or more parcels)
36 Up to 20 acres $7,728 Y
37 More than 20 acres $11,776 Y
38 Tentative Tract Map Revision $5,704 Y
39 Tentative Condominium Map $7,728 Y
Time Extensions
40 Staff Review $1,472 Y
41 Planning Commission Review $2,208 Y
42 City Council Review $2,944 Y
General / Specific Plans
43 General Plan Amendment $11,776 Y
44 General Plan Text Amendment $5,888 Y
45 Zone Change $7,360 Y
46 Zoning Text Amendment $7,360 Y
47 Specific Plan $14,720 Y
48 Specific Plan Amendment $7,360 Y
Historic Preservation
49 Historical Landmark / District Designation No Charge Y 50 Mills Act $318 application;
$1,000 contract initiation
Y
51 Certificate Of Appropriateness No Charge Y
Appeals
52 Appeal to Director of Development Services (per appeal) $276 Y 53 Appeal to Planning Commission (per appeal) $276 Y
54 Appeal to City Council (per appeal) $276 Y
Zoning Plan Review
55 Alterations/Additions - Residential $184 Y
56 New Construction - Single Family Residential $276 Y
57 New Construction - 2-4 Residential Units $368 Y
58 New Construction - 5+ Residential Units $736 Y
59 New Construction - Non-Residential $552 Y
60 Alterations/Additions - Non-Residential $184 Y
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Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 N
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 N
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 N
62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
63 Annexation Actual Cost w/ $25,000 initial deposit N
64 Mailing / Noticing $450 Y
65 Street Name Change / Review $3,312 Y
66 Certificate of Use $184 Y
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New $92 Y
b) Renewal $92 Y
68 Zoning Letter $368 Y
69 Expedited Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [d] N
Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License $50 plus 1% of gross receipts per month N 71 Massage Establishment $368 Y
72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New $72 Y
b) Renewal $72 Y
73 Entertainment Site Plan $368 Y
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule 74 Planning (per hour) $184 Y
75 Code Enforcement (per hour) $144 Y
76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review 100% pass-through of actual cost N 77 Outside Service Providers 100% pass-through of actual cost N Appendix II: p. 66
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Activity Description Fee Note CPI
* Any reference to acreage in the fees listed above should be interpreted as gross acres. [c] Fish and Wildlife recordation fees shall be paid separately. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application. [d] Request for expedited service is subject to Development Services Department Director approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload.
[a] Minor temporary use permit: indoor event; outdoor event with tents less 400 SF, no generators, or external electrical supply required; smallscale entertainment or amplified sound; pre-prepared food and packaged snacks and/or 1-2 food trucks; foldable and/or light-weight outdoor furniture; events with fewer than 100 project attendees. [b] Major temporary use permit: pyrotechnics and/or special effects display; fireworks permit; valet service required; live entertainment with amplified sound that requires a stage and seating/bleachers; road closures or substantial parking lot space occupied; large-scale food; City-owned property; events with 3+ vendors.

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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Land Subdivision
1 Parcel Map:
a) Final Parcel Map
i) Base Fee $1,704 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $213 per lot Y
b) Final Parcel Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $852 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $213 per lot Y
c) Substantial Conformance Review $1,704 each Y
2 Tract Map:
a) Final Tract Map
i) Base Fee $1,704 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $107 per lot Y
b) Final Tract Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $1,704 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $107 per lot Y
c) Substantial Conformance Review $2,556 each Y
3 Reversion to Acreage:
a) Initial Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
b) Each Additional Sheet $639 per sheet Y
4 Lot Line Adjustment/Parcel Merger
a) Lot Line Adjustment $3,302 per request Y
b) Parcel Merger $3,302 per request Y
5 Street Dedication/Vacation
a) Land Action Documents
(ROW/Easements/Grant Deeds)
$1,704 per request Y
b) Vacation of Street/Public ROW $3,408 per request Y
6 Land Survey
a) Record of Survey $1,225 per request Y
b) Certificate of Correction $1,225 per request Y
Activity Description
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Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Lot $107 per lot Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $213 per sheet Y
d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial $1,651 per lot Y
ii) Revision $852 per lot Y
e) PM10
i) Initial Report $639 per report Y
ii) Revisions - per report $213 per report Y
f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,065 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $639 per sheet Y
g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet $2,130 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,491 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $639 per sheet Y
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Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
h) Signing and Striping
i) Initial Sheet $1,757 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
i) Traffic Signal
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,065 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $1,225 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $852 per sheet Y
j) Traffic Control Plan $36 per sheet Y
k) Record Drawings/As Built Review
i) Initial Sheet $426 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $107 per sheet Y
l) Hydrology Report
i) Initial Report $2,130 per report Y
ii) Revisions $1,065 per report Y
m) Traffic Study $1,811 per study Y
n) WQMP Report
i) With Prior Entitlement $1,491 per report Y
ii) Without Prior Entitlement $3,834 per report Y
iii) Revisions $852 per report Y
o) SWPPP / Erosion Control
i) Initial Plan $1,704 per plan Y
ii) Revisions $692 per plan Y
p) Public Sewer and/or Water Only
i) Initial Sheet $213 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $107 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $0 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 per sheet Y
8 Plan Review (>3 Reviews) $213 per hour Y
9 Expedited Plan Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [a] N
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading Permit / PM10
10 Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $320 each Y 11 Clear and Grub Permit $320 each Y
12 Grading Permit
a) Rough Grading including PM10 and SWPPP $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N b) Precise Grading including PM10 and SWPPP $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N c) Single Family Residential Final Grading $320 per lot Y 13 PM10 $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
Encroachment and Project Improvement Inspection
Permits
14 Project Improvement Permit Inspections
a) Street Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements (Includes Signing & Striping)
$500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
b) Storm Drain Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements
$500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
c) Traffic Signal Inspection Fee $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N d) Landscape Inspection
i) Offsite $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation N
ii) Onsite
a) Residential (Each Lot) $107 Each Lot Y
b) Non-Residential (Each Commercial or Common
Area)
$213 Each Commercial or
Common Area
Y
e) Survey Monument $213 Per Lot Y
15 Encroachment Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $107 each Y 16 Encroachment Permit Inspections
a) Curb and Gutter (per 100 LF) $213 per 100 LF Y
b) Driveway Approach
i) Residential $213 per approach Y
ii) Commercial $426 per approach Y
c) Excavation / Boring (per 100 LF) $852 per 100 LF Y
d) Traffic Control Plan Review and Inspection (PW Only) $213 per day Y e) Utility Cut $213 per location Y
Appendix II: p. 71
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DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
17 Research/Administrative
a) Bond Reduction Request (per bond) $2,130 Y
b) Final Inspection/Acceptance (per bond/deposit) $2,982 Y c) Monumentation Release $639 Y
d) Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) $852 per request Y e) SIA - Time Extension $852 per request Y
f) Assignment & Assumptions Agreement $1,704 per request Y g) Flood Plain Research/FEMA App $852 per request Y
Reactivation of Permit
18 Reactivation of an Expired Permit 50% of Permit Fee N Technology Enhancement Fee
19 Technology Enhancement Fee (percent of permit) 5% N
20 Transportation Permit
a) Annual $90 each N
b) Single Event $16 each N
21 Community Garden
a) Community Garden - Application $50 each Y
b) Re-key Fee $10 each Y
22 Self Hauler/Back Hauler
a) Initial $80 each Y
b) Renewal $80 each Y
Pod/Dumpster
23 Pod/Dumpster $213 Y
Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
24 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
Appendix II: p. 72
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Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
[d] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding of not more than 50% of fees paid when no work has been done under an issued permit. In no case shall the refund exceed the cost of services provided to date of cancellation of permit issuance. [e] Each deposit and/or fee listed in this schedule is based on the estimated number of hours required to perform a standard service request and the typical cost of services/materials required to perform the requested service. For service requests that are anticipated to require efforts, services, or materials, materially different than those typically required, the Department reserves the right to modify the initial deposit amount and/or use a time and materials billing methodology rather than a fixed fee for service. For fees calculated as a percentage of project valuation, valuation shall be based on engineer's cost estimate.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application. [a] Expedited Plan Review request is subject to City Engineer approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload. [b] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [c] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding a percentage of fees paid with the following schedule. If any portion of the plan check fee has been paid out by the city to another agency or consultant for services rendered in connection with the plan check, no refund of that portion of the fee shall be made.

Appendix II: p. 74
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CITY OF

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FEE STUDY
AUGUST 2025
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CONTENTS

REPORTING

1 TRANSMITTAL
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
8 PROJECT ORIENTATION
13 IMPLEMENTATION

APPENDICES

I COST OF SERVICE ANALYSIS
II FEE SCHEDULE – THREE YEAR PHASE-IN
II I ILLUSTRATION OF CURRENT AND PROPOSED FEES – THREE YEAR PHASE-IN 1516
August 2025
Attention: Rosie Lua | Director of Development Services 73510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, California 92260
Dear Ms. Lua:

ClearSource Financial Consulting submits the following report describing the findings of our preparation of a User and Regulatory Fee Study for the City of Palm Desert.

Please refer to the Executive Summary for the key findings of the analysis and estimated impacts to City funds. The balance of the report and its appendices provide the necessary documentation to support those outcomes.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve the City on this topic. We are happy to continue discussion on this study as the need arises or consult with you on additional topics.

Sincerely,

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

STUDY OVERVIEW
The City of Palm Desert provides many services to ensure safe, orderly, and aesthetically pleasing development and construction in Palm Desert. Broad categories of these services include, but are not limited to, project entitlement review, planning permitting, map review, and building plan review and construction permitting. User fees and regulatory fees are the mechanism by which the City may recoup a portion of, or all, the costs associated with these services.

The City of Palm Desert has completed a User and Regulatory Fee Study focused on the City’s Development Services Fees. California cities regularly conduct these studies to justify fee amounts imposed and to optimize the overall portfolio of revenues available to the municipality to fund its services.

Industry practice and fiscal conditions in the state have led most cities to link cost recovery for services of individual action, cause, or benefit to that same individual through user fee revenue, relieving the agency’s general revenues as much as possible for use toward services of broader community benefit.

USER AND REGULATORY FEES
Cities derive annual revenue from a number of sources. These include, but are not limited to, property taxes, sales taxes, license fees, franchise fees, fines, rents, and user and regulatory fees. User and regulatory fees are intended to cover all, or a portion of, the costs incurred by the City for providing fee-related services and activities that are not otherwise provided to those not paying the fee .

California law provides guidance regarding the amounts the City may charge for fee-related services and activities. Specifically, in order to avoid being considered taxes, the fees charged shall not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing the services , activities, or materials for which fees are charged.

At its conclusion, this study proposes for City Council review and consideration at public hearing a new Schedule of User Fees and Charges for application in Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and continued update in subsequent years.

COST RECOVERY POLICY AND PRACTICE
Recovering the costs of providing fee-related services directly influences the City’s fiscal health and increases the City’s ability to meet the service level expectations of fee payers.

The services for which the City imposes a user or regulatory fee typically derive from an individual person or entity’s action, request, or behavior. Therefore, except in cases where there is an overwhelming public benefit generated by the City’s involvement in the individual action, a fee for service ensures that the individual bears most, if not all, of the cost incurred by the City to provide that service. When a fee targets “100% or full cost recovery,” the individual is bearing the entirety of the cost. When a fee targets less than full cost recovery, another City revenue source – in most cases, the General Fund – subsidizes the individualized activity. 1518
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Generally, fees for service are targeted to full cost recovery, inclusive of operating, direct, indirect, and capital costs, except in cases where the City Council cites a public interest in lower fees . The City may also be influenced by market conditions, comparing to municipalities of similar size and service profile.

FINDINGS AND PROPOSED ACTION
During the course of study, information and analysis was generated and is discussed substantively throughout this report and its technical appendices. However, summarized in the following table by broad fee category and highlighted in the subsequent findings statements, are outcomes and proposals of particular interest to City leaders and policymakers.

PRIMARY OUTCOMES
 MULTI-YEAR PHASE-IN APPROACH
• Current fees recover less than the City’s full cost of providing fee-related services. • Since these fees are regulatory in nature, and typically correlated with high levels of direct benefit to the service recipient, communities frequently target full cost recovery for these development-related services.
• In order to allow the City to move toward full cost recovery, while being mindful of broad community goals and values and collaboration with the development community, staff recommends using a multi-year phase in approach to enhance cost recovery levels. • The recommended fee phase-in would take place over a three-year timeframe. An example of timing of the proposed fee adjustments is as follows:
o Year 1 Fee Adjustment – Fiscal Year 2025/26
o Year 2 Fee Adjustment – Fiscal Year 2026/27
o Year 3 Fee Adjustment – Fiscal Year 2027/28
 BUILDING FEES
• Building plan review, permit processing and field inspection fees have been restructured to enhance the correlation between services provided and fees collected. The proposed fee methodology scales to allow for lower fees for less complex projects and higher fees for more complex projects.
• Establish fixed, consolidated fees for the City’s most common minor permits. This will allow applicants to easily estimate permit fees and allow staff to efficiently administer the fee calculation and collection process.
• Full cost recovery is targeted from proposed fees.
 PLANNING FEES
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complexity and magnitude.
• Full cost recovery is targeted from most proposed fees due to the regulatory nature of the fees and the high level of direct benefit resulting from construction activities including enjoyment of property enhancements, increased property values, and the desire to avoid having other Palm Desert residents and businesses subsidize an individual's private construction activities.
• The City may adjust fees and enhance cost recovery, without positioning itself as a regional outlier.
 ENGINEERING FEES
• Engineering and encroachment permit fees are collected to recover the costs associated with improvement plan review, permitting, and construction inspection along with review and inspection of work conducted within the City right-of-way. • Full cost recovery is targeted from proposed fees.

FEE COMPARISON
In order to provide the City Council with additional information as it considers potential adjustments to fees, current and proposed fees were compared to amounts collected by other agencies within the region.

The City of Palm Desert, consistent with other communities throughout the State, has an existing fee schedule that contemplates many potential unique requests for service. Consequently, an exhaustive comparison of the potential fee scenarios is unrealistic. Instead, comparison information for several targeted fee categories are provided in order to provide City Council with a reasonable sense of changes expected.

For Palm Desert, outcomes will show that new fees may range from low, mid, to upper end of regional fee spectrum depending on the service provided. This is common among municipalities due to differing levels of service and review included among various fee categories. Although comparison outcomes will differ from fee to fee, some general conclusions can be drawn.  Fees may be adjusted without positioning Palm Desert as a regional outlier.  Currently, Palm Desert is at the lower end of the regional fee spectrum for various planning fee scenarios contemplated.

Comparison information for other regional agencies is based on information contained in 2024 Residential Development Fee Study prepared by Desert Valleys Builders Association (DVBA). 1520
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$148
$153
$159
$168
$169
$178
$191
$205
$212
$219
$0 $50 $100 $150 $200 $250
INDIO

RANCHO MIRAGE

PALM DESERT - CURRENT - INSPECTION

PALM DESERT - CURRENT - PLAN REVIEW

CATHEDRAL CITY

PALM DESERT - PROPOSED

LA QUINTA

PALM SPRINGS - INSPECTION

INDIAN WELLS

PALM SPRINGS - PLAN REVIEW
Building Hourly Rate
$138
$179
$184
$191
$201
$206
$219
$0 $50 $100 $150 $200 $250

PALM DESERT - CURRENT

RANCHO MIRAGE

PALM DESERT - PROPOSED

LA QUINTA
INDIO

CATHEDRAL CITY

PALM SPRINGS
Planning Hourly Rate
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Note, amounts shown are based on consultant interpretation of other agency fee schedules.

Amounts shown are intended for illustrative purposes rather than representing an exact calculation. $155
$172
$191
$205
$213
$241
$247
$0 $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 $300

PALM DESERT - CURRENT

RANCHO MIRAGE

LA QUINTA

CATHEDRAL CITY

PALM DESERT - PROPOSED

PALM SPRINGS
INDIO
Engineering Hourly Rate
$6,520
$7,068
$8,089
$8,315
$8,822
$9,918
$10,199
$11,061
$11,240
$11,431
$0 $2,000 $4,000 $6,000 $8,000 $10,000 $12,000 $14,000

PALM DESERT - CURRENT

INDIAN WELLS

PALM DESERT - PROPOSED

LA QUINTA
INDIO

COACHELLA

CATHEDRAL CITY

PALM SPRINGS

DESERT HOT SPRINGS

RANCHO MIRAGE
Development Services Fees - 60 Unit Tract Home Dev
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FISCAL IMPACT
The anticipated fiscal impact of the proposed changes is $971,000 over the three-year phase-in period. The purpose of the adjustments to the City’s fee schedule is to correlate fees to services provided.

Please continue to the following technical report and appendices for further discussion of this User and Regulatory Fee Study. Information provided in the appendices includes:
• Appendix I: Detailed cost of service information for the services examined in this study, including:
o Divisional cost of service and cost recovery information o Calculation of fully-burdened hourly rates
o Service time estimates
o Cost of service calculations and current cost recovery information for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions
o Proposed fee and proposed cost recovery information for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions.
• Appendix 2: Listing of fees proposed for adoption by the City Council formatted to aid applicants and City staff in understanding applicable fees and how fees are calculated. • Appendix 3: Summary illustration of current fee, current cost recovery level, proposed fee, and proposed cost recovery level for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions. The information in this appendix is simply a consolidated view of information presented in Appendix 1.

Description Cost of Service
Fee Cost
Recovery
General Fund
Subsidy
Incremental
Change
Overall Cost
Recovery
Current $4,500,000 $2,735,000 $1,765,000 61%
Year 1 $4,500,000 $3,059,000 $1,441,000 $324,000 68%
Year 2 $4,500,000 $3,383,000 $1,117,000 $324,000 75%
Year 3 $4,500,000 $3,706,000 $794,000 $323,000 82%
Total $971,000
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PROJECT ORIENTATION

SCOPE OF STUDY
The City of Palm Desert has completed a User and Regulatory Fee Study for Development Services Fees, which represents an external review of prevailing practices and development of a new Schedule of Development Services Fees and Charges. ClearSource Financial Consulting has prepared this analysis using City organizational information and will be available to answer questions as the City proceeds in implementing findings as it chooses.

Key tasks expected by the City from this study included the following:
 Review eligible fee-related services Citywide to establish the reasonable relationship between current fees for service and the underlying costs of service.  Calculate the full cost of service, including estimated Citywide overhead costs.  Recommend fees to be charged for each service.
 Recommend cost recovery strategies and best practices in setting fees, while considering the complexities and demands of responsible programs or departments.  Identify underlying billable rates for cost recovery opportunities and as the basis for user fees.

DIRECT SERVICES UNDER REVIEW

FEE CATEGORIES
 Building – Services include, but are not limited to, Building plan review, permitting, and inspection for construction and sub-trades.
 Planning – Services include, but are not limited to, entitlement review, and review for project compliance with the City’s Zoning Code.
 Engineering – Services include, but are not limited to, Including and development plan review and inspection, and encroachment permitting.

REASON FOR STUDY
Cities derive annual revenue from a number of sources. These include, but are not limited to, property taxes, sales taxes, franchise fees, fines, rents, and user and regulatory fees. User and regulatory fees are intended to cover all, or a portion of, the costs incurred by a City for providing fee-related services and activities that are not otherwise provided to those not paying the fee.

California cities regularly conduct fee studies to justify fee amounts imposed and to optimize the overall body of revenues available to the municipality to fund its services. Widespread industry practice and fiscal conditions in the state have led most cities to link cost recovery for services of individual action, cause, or benefit to that individual through user fee revenue, relieving the agency’s general revenues for services of broader community benefit. 1524
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PREVAILING GUIDANCE
The objectives of this study, the methodology used to complete the study, and the formulation of outcomes and recommendations for future consideration were significantly influenced by Article 13C of the California Constitution and Section 66014 of the California Government Code.

Article 13C states that the local government bears the burden of proving by a preponderance of the evidence that a levy, charge, or other exaction is not a tax, that the amount is no more than necessary to cover the reasonable costs of the governmental activity, and that the manner in which those costs are allocated to a payer bear a fair or reasonable relationship to the payer’s burdens on, or benefits received from, the governmental activity. Additionally, Article 13C identifies the following as items that are not defined as taxes:
 A charge imposed for a specific benefit conferred or privilege granted directly to the payer that is not provided to those not charged, and which does not exceed the reasonable costs to the local government of conferring the benefit or granting the privilege.  A charge imposed for a specific government service or product provided directly to the payer that is not provided to those not charged, and which does not exceed the reasonable costs to the local government of providing the service or product.  A charge imposed for the reasonable regulatory costs to a local government for issuing licenses and permits, performing investigations, inspections, and audits, enforcing agricultural marketing orders, and the administrative enforcement and adjudication thereof.  A charge imposed for entrance to or use of local government property, or the purchase, rental, or lease of local government property.
 A fine, penalty, or other monetary charge imposed by the judicial branch of government or a local government, as a result of a violation of law.
 A charge imposed as a condition of property development.  Assessments and property-related fees imposed in accordance with the provisions of Article XIII D.

Section 66014(a) of the California Government Code includes the following, “Notwithstanding any other provision of law, when a local agency charges fees for zoning variances; zoning changes; use permits; building inspections; building permits; …the processing of maps under the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act…; or planning services…; those fees may not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing the service for which the fee is charged, unless a question regarding the amount of the fee charged in excess of the estimated reasonable cost of providing the services or materials is submitted to, and approved by, a popular vote of two-thirds of those electors voting on the issue.

The outcomes and recommendations of the study are intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws including providing confirmation that the proposed fees (“charges”) recommended as a result of this study are not taxes as defined in Article 13C of the California Constitution and that the proposed fees are no more than necessary to the cover the reasonable costs of the City’s activities and services addressed in the fees. Additionally, this report is intended to show that the manner in which the costs are allocated to a payer bear a fair and reasonable relationship to the payer’s burdens on, or benefits received from the activities and services provided by the City.
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PROJECT ORIENTATION

METHODOLOGY AND DATA SOURCES
This study calculated the estimated reasonable cost of providing various fee-related services across the City organization. Generally, the estimated reasonable cost of providing the fee-related services and activities examined in this study can be calculated as the product of the composite fully-burdened hourly labor rate of the division responsible for providing services and the estimated labor time required to process a typical request for service. This calculation is illustrated in Exhibit 1 .

EXHIBIT 1 | COST OF SERVICE CALCULATION
The composite fully-burdened hourly rates calculated in this study are based on the estimated annual hours spent providing fee related services, and estimated labor, services and supplies, and Citywide overhead expenditures, sourced as follows:
 Labor expenditures for in-house personnel were based on budgeted salary and benefits expenditures.
 Contract service personnel and other services and supplies related costs were based on adopted budgets and anticipated costs.
 Citywide overhead cost allocations were developed to assign a reasonable share of central service support to the City’s direct service units.

The service time estimates were developed as follows:
 Multiple interviews with City staff directly responsible for the various permit issuance, plan review, and inspection activities to understand the typical level of effort associated with various services provided.
 Application of interview results and time estimates to various prototypical projects likely to occur within Palm Desert to determine reasonableness of estimates as compared to historical precedent.

Once cost of service levels are identified, the City may use this information to inform targeted cost recovery from fees. Fees set at the cost of service target full cost recovery. Fees set at any amount less than the cost of service target less than full cost recovery. 1526
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An illustration of the methods used in this analysis is shown in Exhibit 2.

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PROJECT ORIENTATION
Additional information may be found in the appendices of this report. Information provided in the appendices includes:
• Appendix I: Detailed cost of service information for the services examined in this study, including:
o Divisional cost of service and cost recovery information o Calculation of fully-burdened hourly rates
o Service time estimates
o Cost of service calculations and current cost recovery information for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions
o Proposed fee and proposed cost recovery information for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions.
• Appendix 2: Listing of fees proposed for adoption by the City Council formatted to aid applicants and City staff in understanding applicable fees and how fees are calculated. • Appendix 3: Summary illustration of current fee, current cost recovery level, proposed fee, and proposed cost recovery level for the various fee-related services provided by the divisions. The information in this appendix is simply a consolidated view of information presented in Appendix 1.
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IMPLEMENTATION

CONSIDERATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION
If the City decides to adopt or otherwise utilize outcomes generated through this study, it should:
 Update Systems for Fee Outcomes - Ensure that City staff begin using updated fees and associated outcomes once the updated schedule of fees becomes effective. Values should be included in all official fee schedules used throughout the City (e.g., departmental pamphlets, counter schedules, and online information). Additionally, ensure collections processes are updated, which may include coding in billing systems and training for personnel who handle fees directly with the public.
 Actively Monitor the Use of Fees - In order to recover accurate and eligible amounts expected, the City should be diligent about tracking time to projects for time and materials billings and ensuring fees are applied in the correct amount and using the correct and intended basis for fixed fee billings.
 Monitor Feedback and Permit Statistics - Monitor permit and application volume and applicant feedback to determine if fee modifications are resulting in any unanticipated changes in project frequency and to increase the level of detail available for revenue forecasting.
 Annually Review and Adjust Fee Values - In order to generally maintain pace with regional cost inflation and/or the City's salary cost inflation, the City should adjust its fees on an annual basis. A commonly used, reasonable inflation index is the annual change in the all-urban Consumer Price Index (CPI) representative of the region.  Periodically Perform Comprehensive Analysis - A comprehensive fee study should be conducted periodically (e.g., every three to five years) to ensure fee levels remain at or below legal limits and are consistent with evolving service practices and local conditions. 1529

APPENDIX I

COST OF SERVICE ANALYSIS
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Development Services Administration 3
Building & Safety 8
Code Compliance 40
Planning 50
Engineering and Encroachments 67
General Plan Maintenance 87
Technology Enhancement 89
Citywide Overhead 91
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Allocation of Divisional Labor - Community Development / Planning / Engineering Budget Unit
Description Description FTE Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Director of Development Services 1.00 35% 40% 10% 15% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Deputy Director of Development Services 1.00 25% 25% 25% 5% 20% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Administrative Assistant 1.00 20% 20% 20% 20% 20% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Principal Planner 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Senior Planner 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Associate Planner 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Assistant Planner 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Land Development Technician 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Management Specialist I/II 1.00 20% 20% 20% 20% 20% 100% [a];[b] Total 9.00 11% 56% 19% 7% 7% 100%
Description Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Director of Development Services 0.35 0.40 0.10 0.15 0.00 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Deputy Director of Development Services 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.05 0.20 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Administrative Assistant 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Principal Planner 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Senior Planner 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Associate Planner 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Assistant Planner 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Land Development Technician 0.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Management Specialist I/II 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 1.00 Total 1.00 5.05 1.75 0.60 0.60 9.00
Description Description
Salary
Schedule Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Director of Development Services $209,557 $73,345 $83,823 $20,956 $31,434 $0 $209,557 [c] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Deputy Director of Development Services $176,293 $44,073 $44,073 $44,073 $8,815 $35,259 $176,293 [c] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Administrative Assistant $59,482 $11,896 $11,896 $11,896 $11,896 $11,896 $59,482 [c];[d] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Principal Planner $118,756 $0 $118,756 $0 $0 $0 $118,756 [c] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Senior Planner $110,580 $0 $110,580 $0 $0 $0 $110,580 [c];[e] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Associate Planner $102,403 $0 $102,403 $0 $0 $0 $102,403 [c] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Assistant Planner $92,772 $0 $92,772 $0 $0 $0 $92,772 [c] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Land Development Technician $97,468 $0 $0 $97,468 $0 $0 $97,468 [c] Comm Dev / Planning / Engineering Management Specialist I/II $84,047 $16,809 $16,809 $16,809 $16,809 $16,809 $84,047 [c] Total $1,051,358 $146,124 $581,112 $191,203 $68,954 $63,964 $1,051,358 Percent 14% 55% 18% 7% 6% 100%
[a] FTE count based on adopted budget.
[b] FTE allocation based on interviews with department staff. [c] Source: City adopted salary schedule.
[d] Administrative Assistant rate assumed to match Office Specialist II rate. [e] Senior Planner rate assumed to be average of Principal Planner and Associate Planner rates.

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Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Community Development / Planning / Engineering Allocation of In-House Labor
Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg &
Encroach
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Allocation of In-House Labor 14% 55% 18% 7% 6% 100% [a] Recurring Expenditures
Description Total Adjustments Total Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachmen
t
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 1,130,335 $ - $ 1,130,335 $ 157,101 $ 624,765 $ 205,566 $ 74,134 $ 68,769 $ 1,130,335 [b] Salaries-Overtime $ 5,000 $ - $ 5,000 $ 695 $ 2,764 $ 909 $ 328 $ 304 $ 5,000 [b] Retirement Contribution $ 149,445 $ - $ 149,445 $ 20,771 $ 82,602 $ 27,178 $ 9,801 $ 9,092 $ 149,445 [b] Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 16,390 $ - $ 16,390 $ 2,278 $ 9,059 $ 2,981 $ 1,075 $ 997 $ 16,390 [b] Retiree Health $ 16,632 $ - $ 16,632 $ 2,312 $ 9,193 $ 3,025 $ 1,091 $ 1,012 $ 16,632 [b] Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 5,589 $ - $ 5,589 $ 777 $ 3,089 $ 1,016 $ 367 $ 340 $ 5,589 [b] Ins Prem - Health $ 183,300 $ - $ 183,300 $ 25,476 $ 101,315 $ 33,335 $ 12,022 $ 11,152 $ 183,300 [b] Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 17,330 $ - $ 17,330 $ 2,409 $ 9,579 $ 3,152 $ 1,137 $ 1,054 $ 17,330 [b] Ins Prem - Life $ 1,907 $ - $ 1,907 $ 265 $ 1,054 $ 347 $ 125 $ 116 $ 1,907 [b] Workers' Compensation $ 40,000 $ - $ 40,000 $ 5,559 $ 22,109 $ 7,275 $ 2,623 $ 2,434 $ 40,000 [b] Office Supplies $ 3,000 $ - $ 3,000 $ 417 $ 1,658 $ 546 $ 197 $ 183 $ 3,000 [b] Small Tools/Equipment $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b] Prof-Temporary Part-Time $ 10,000 $ - $ 10,000 $ 1,390 $ 5,527 $ 1,819 $ 656 $ 608 $ 10,000 [b] Prof-Planners $ 395,000 $ - $ 395,000 $ 395,000 $ 395,000 [b] Prof-Architectural/Eng $ 600,000 $ - $ 600,000 $ - $ 600,000 $ 600,000 [b] Community Recognition $ 1,000 $ (1,000) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b];[c] Prof-Other $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b]
Mileage Reimbursement $ 2,500 $ - $ 2,500 $ 347 $ 1,382 $ 455 $ 164 $ 152 $ 2,500 [b] Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 32,150 $ - $ 32,150 $ 4,468 $ 17,770 $ 5,847 $ 2,109 $ 1,956 $ 32,150 [b] Local Meetings $ 7,500 $ - $ 7,500 $ 1,042 $ 4,145 $ 1,364 $ 492 $ 456 $ 7,500 [b] R/M-Office Equipment $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b] Printing / Duplication $ 8,000 $ - $ 8,000 $ 1,112 $ 4,422 $ 1,455 $ 525 $ 487 $ 8,000 [b] Subscriptions / Publication $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ 139 $ 553 $ 182 $ 66 $ 61 $ 1,000 [b] Dues $ 6,000 $ - $ 6,000 $ 834 $ 3,316 $ 1,091 $ 394 $ 365 $ 6,000 [b] Filing Fees $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ 139 $ 553 $ 182 $ 66 $ 61 $ 1,000 [b] Telephones $ 25,000 $ - $ 25,000 $ 3,475 $ 13,818 $ 4,547 $ 1,640 $ 1,521 $ 25,000 [b] Postage & Freight $ 10,000 $ - $ 10,000 $ 1,390 $ 5,527 $ 1,819 $ 656 $ 608 $ 10,000 [b] Cap-Office Equipment $ 25,000 $ - $ 25,000 $ 3,475 $ 13,818 $ 4,547 $ 1,640 $ 1,521 $ 25,000 [b] Machinery & Equipment $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b] Subtotal $ 2,693,078 $ (1,000) $ 2,692,078 $ 235,870 $ 1,333,019 $ 908,635 $ 111,304 $ 103,250 $ 2,692,078 9% 50% 34% 4% 4% 100%
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [b] Source: Adopted budget.
[c] Adjustment to exclude non-fee related expenses.

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Allocation of Divisional Labor - Permit Center
Budget Unit
Description Description FTE Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Permit Center Management Specialist I/II 1.00 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100% [a];[b] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100% [a];[b] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100% [a];[b] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100% [a];[b] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100% [a];[b] Total 5.00 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100%
Description Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Permit Center Management Specialist I/II 0.65 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.10 1.00 Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 0.65 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.10 1.00 Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 0.65 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.10 1.00 Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 0.65 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.10 1.00 Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II 0.65 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.10 1.00 Total 3.25 0.50 0.50 0.25 0.50 5.00
Description Description
Salary
Schedule Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Permit Center Management Specialist I/II $84,047 $54,631 $8,405 $8,405 $4,202 $8,405 $84,047 [c] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II $84,047 $54,631 $8,405 $8,405 $4,202 $8,405 $84,047 [c] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II $84,047 $54,631 $8,405 $8,405 $4,202 $8,405 $84,047 [c] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II $84,047 $54,631 $8,405 $8,405 $4,202 $8,405 $84,047 [c] Permit Center Permit Specialist I/II $84,047 $54,631 $8,405 $8,405 $4,202 $8,405 $84,047 [c] Total $420,235 $273,153 $42,024 $42,024 $21,012 $42,024 $420,235 Percent 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100%
[a] FTE count based on adopted budget.
[b] FTE allocation based on interviews with department staff. [c] Source: City adopted salary schedule.

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Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Permit Center
Allocation of In-House Labor
Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg &
Encroach
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Allocation of In-House Labor 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100% [a] Recurring Expenditures [a]
Description Total Adjustments Total Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg &
Encroach
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 385,302 $ - $ 385,302 $ 250,446 $ 38,530 $ 38,530 $ 19,265 $ 38,530 $ 385,302 [b] Salaries-Overtime $ 500 $ - $ 500 $ 325 $ 50 $ 50 $ 25 $ 50 $ 500 [b] Retirement Contribution $ 50,980 $ - $ 50,980 $ 33,137 $ 5,098 $ 5,098 $ 2,549 $ 5,098 $ 50,980 [b] Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 5,587 $ - $ 5,587 $ 3,632 $ 559 $ 559 $ 279 $ 559 $ 5,587 [b] Retiree Health $ 7,943 $ - $ 7,943 $ 5,163 $ 794 $ 794 $ 397 $ 794 $ 7,943 [b] Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 1,905 $ - $ 1,905 $ 1,238 $ 191 $ 191 $ 95 $ 191 $ 1,905 [b] Ins Prem - Health $ 89,605 $ - $ 89,605 $ 58,243 $ 8,961 $ 8,961 $ 4,480 $ 8,961 $ 89,605 [b] Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 8,913 $ - $ 8,913 $ 5,793 $ 891 $ 891 $ 446 $ 891 $ 8,913 [b] Ins Prem - Life $ 654 $ - $ 654 $ 425 $ 65 $ 65 $ 33 $ 65 $ 654 [b] Workers' Compensation $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b] Office Supplies $ 3,000 $ - $ 3,000 $ 1,950 $ 300 $ 300 $ 150 $ 300 $ 3,000 [b] Uniforms $ 500 $ - $ 500 $ 325 $ 50 $ 50 $ 25 $ 50 $ 500 [b] Prof-Other $ 22,000 $ - $ 22,000 $ 14,300 $ 2,200 $ 2,200 $ 1,100 $ 2,200 $ 22,000 [b] Mileage Reimbursement $ 800 $ - $ 800 $ 520 $ 80 $ 80 $ 40 $ 80 $ 800 [b] Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 9,400 $ - $ 9,400 $ 6,110 $ 940 $ 940 $ 470 $ 940 $ 9,400 [b] Local Meetings $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b]
Dues $ 850 $ - $ 850 $ 553 $ 85 $ 85 $ 43 $ 85 $ 850 [b] Telephones $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500 $ 975 $ 150 $ 150 $ 75 $ 150 $ 1,500 [b] Postage & Freight $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b] Subtotal $ 589,439 $ - $ 589,439 $ 383,135 $ 58,944 $ 58,944 $ 29,472 $ 58,944 $ 589,439 65% 10% 10% 5% 10% 100%
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Permit Center". [b] Source: Adopted budget.

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Allocation of Divisional Labor - Building & Safety
Budget Unit
Description Description FTE Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Building & Safety Building Official 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Chief Building Inspector 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Senior Building Inspector 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Senior Building Inspector 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Management Specialist I/II 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Building & Safety Office Specialist I/II 1.00 100% 100% [a];[b] Total 9.00 100% 0% 0% 0% 0% 100%
Description Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Building & Safety Building Official 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Chief Building Inspector 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Senior Building Inspector 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Senior Building Inspector 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Building & Safety Office Specialist I/II 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Total 9.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9.00
Description Description
Salary
Schedule Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Building & Safety Building Official $137,720 $137,720 $0 $0 $0 $0 $137,720 [c] Building & Safety Chief Building Inspector $120,062 $120,062 $0 $0 $0 $0 $120,062 [c];[d] Building & Safety Senior Building Inspector $102,403 $102,403 $0 $0 $0 $0 $102,403 [c] Building & Safety Senior Building Inspector $102,403 $102,403 $0 $0 $0 $0 $102,403 [c] Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II $90,509 $90,509 $0 $0 $0 $0 $90,509 [c] Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II $90,509 $90,509 $0 $0 $0 $0 $90,509 [c] Building & Safety Building Inspector I/II $90,509 $90,509 $0 $0 $0 $0 $90,509 [c] Building & Safety Management Specialist I/II $84,047 $84,047 $0 $0 $0 $0 $84,047 [c] Building & Safety Office Specialist I/II $59,482 $59,482 $0 $0 $0 $0 $59,482 [c] Total $877,644 $877,644 $0 $0 $0 $0 $877,644
Percent 100% 0% 0% 0% 0% 100%
[a] FTE count based on adopted budget.
[b] FTE allocation based on interviews with department staff. [c] Source: City adopted salary schedule.
[d] Chief Building Inspector rate assumed to be average of Building Official and Senior Building Inspector rates.

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Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Building & Safety
Position FTE Alloc to Bldg
Alloc to All
Other
Total Hours
Per FTE
Less: Holiday
& Leave
Productive
Hours Per
FTE
Total
Productive
Hours Indirect Direct Total
Total
Indirect
Hours
Total Direct
Hours Total Hours Notes
Director of Development Services 1.00 0.35 0.65 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[d] Deputy Director of Development Services 1.00 0.25 0.75 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[d] Administrative Assistant 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 100% 0% 100% 1,864 - 1,864 [a];[d] Principal Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Senior Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Associate Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Assistant Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Land Development Technician 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [a];[d] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.65 0.35 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.65 0.35 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.65 0.35 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.65 0.35 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.65 0.35 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Building Official 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [c];[d] Chief Building Inspector 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 30% 70% 100% 559 1,305 1,864 [c];[d] Senior Building Inspector 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Senior Building Inspector 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Building Inspector I/II 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Building Inspector I/II 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Building Inspector I/II 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 60% 40% 100% 1,118 746 1,864 [c];[d] Office Specialist I/II 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 100% 0% 100% 1,864 - 1,864 [c];[d] Total 23.00 13.25 9.75 42,872 17,149 25,723 42,872
Total 58% 42% 40% 60% 100%
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Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Building & Safety
Position Indirect Bldg
Indirect All
Other
Total
Indirect Direct Bldg
Direct All
Other Total Direct
Director of Development Services 489 909 1,398 163 303 466 Deputy Director of Development Services 350 1,049 1,398 117 350 466 Administrative Assistant 373 1,491 1,864 0 0 0
Principal Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Senior Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Associate Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Assistant Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Land Development Technician 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Management Specialist I/II 186 746 932 186 746 932
Management Specialist I/II 606 326 932 606 326 932
Permit Specialist I/II 242 130 373 969 522 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 242 130 373 969 522 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 242 130 373 969 522 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 242 130 373 969 522 1,491
Building Official 1,398 0 1,398 466 0 466
Chief Building Inspector 559 0 559 1,305 0 1,305
Senior Building Inspector 373 0 373 1,491 0 1,491
Senior Building Inspector 373 0 373 1,491 0 1,491
Building Inspector I/II 373 0 373 1,491 0 1,491
Building Inspector I/II 373 0 373 1,491 0 1,491
Building Inspector I/II 373 0 373 1,491 0 1,491
Management Specialist I/II 1,118 0 1,118 746 0 746
Office Specialist I/II 1,864 0 1,864 0 0 0
Total 9,777 7,372 17,149 14,921 10,802 25,723
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Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Building & Safety
Contract Services
Description Total Notes
Annual Contract Services $ 300,000 [e]
Contract Services Share Est. Hrly Cost Notes
Plan Review 100% $ 140 [f]
Total 100% 140 [f]
Description Total Indirect Direct Indirect Direct Total Notes Contract Service Hours 2,143 5% 95% 107 2,036 2,143
Divisional Total
Position Indirect Direct Total Notes
Authorized Staffing 9,777 14,921 24,698
Contract Services 107 2,036 2,143
Total 9,884 16,957 26,841
Total 37% 63% 100%
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Permit Center". [c] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Building". [d] Direct/Indirect hours based on interviews with department staff. [e] Source: Adopted budget.
[f] Amounts intended to serve as reasonable estimates of market rates for contract service providers.

Appendix I: p. 12
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Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Building & Safety
Allocation of In-House Labor
Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg &
Encroach
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Allocation of In-House Labor 100% 0% 0% 0% 0% 100% [a]
Recurring Expenditures
Description Total Adjustments Total Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachmen
t
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 774,876 $ - $ 774,876 $ 774,876 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 774,876 [b] Salaries-Overtime $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,000 [b] Retirement Contribution $ 102,476 $ - $ 102,476 $ 102,476 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 102,476 [b] Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 11,236 $ - $ 11,236 $ 11,236 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 11,236 [b] Retiree Health $ 8,587 $ - $ 8,587 $ 8,587 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 8,587 [b] Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 3,831 $ - $ 3,831 $ 3,831 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 3,831 [b] Ins Prem - Health $ 163,021 $ - $ 163,021 $ 163,021 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 163,021 [b] Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 14,208 $ - $ 14,208 $ 14,208 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 14,208 [b] Ins Prem - Life $ 1,308 $ - $ 1,308 $ 1,308 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,308 [b] Workers' Compensation $ 36,000 $ - $ 36,000 $ 36,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 36,000 [b] Office Supplies $ 2,500 $ - $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 2,500 [b] Uniforms $ 1,700 $ - $ 1,700 $ 1,700 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,700 [b] Small Tools/Equipment $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,000 [b] Prof-Architectural/Eng $ 300,000 $ - $ 300,000 $ 300,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 300,000 [b] Mileage Reimbursement $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,500 [b] Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 31,900 $ - $ 31,900 $ 31,900 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 31,900 [b] Local Meetings $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,000 [b] Printing / Duplication $ 10,000 $ - $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 10,000 [b] Subscriptions / Publication $ 7,500 $ - $ 7,500 $ 7,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 7,500 [b] Dues $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,500 [b] Telephones $ 15,000 $ - $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 15,000 [b] Postage & Freight $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,000 [b] Employee Safety $ 2,500 $ - $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 2,500 [b] Machinery & Equipment $ 11,500 $ - $ 11,500 $ 11,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 11,500 [b] Subtotal $ 1,505,143 $ - $ 1,505,143 $ 1,505,143 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,505,143 100% 0% 0% 0% 0% 100%
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Building & Safety". [b] Source: Adopted budget.

Appendix I: p. 13
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Cost Recovery and Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Building & Safety Cost of Service
Description Total Adjustment Total
Allocation to
Bldg
Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Building Div $ 1,505,143 $ - $ 1,505,143 $ 1,505,143 $ - $ 1,505,143 [a] Community Development /Planning /Eng'r Div $ 2,693,078 $ (1,000) $ 2,692,078 $ 235,870 $ 2,456,208 $ 2,692,078 [b] Permit Center Div $ 589,439 $ - $ 589,439 $ 383,135 $ 206,304 $ 589,439 [c] Total $ 4,787,660 $ (1,000) $ 4,786,660 $ 2,124,148 $ 2,662,512 $ 4,786,660 Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation
Allocation to
Bldg
Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 4,786,660 $ 1,196,665 $ 531,037 $ 665,628 $ 1,196,665 [d] Total Building & Safety Expenses
Description Total Notes
Total $ 2,655,186
Appendix I: p. 14
1544
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Cost Recovery and Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Building & Safety Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - CD Admin / Planning / Engineering Description
Assigned to
Building Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 157,101 $ - $ 157,101
Salaries-Overtime $ 695 $ - $ 695
Retirement Contribution $ 20,771 $ - $ 20,771
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 2,278 $ - $ 2,278
Retiree Health $ 2,312 $ - $ 2,312
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 777 $ - $ 777
Ins Prem - Health $ 25,476 $ - $ 25,476
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 2,409 $ - $ 2,409
Ins Prem - Life $ 265 $ - $ 265
Workers' Compensation $ 5,559 $ - $ 5,559
Office Supplies $ 417 $ - $ 417
Uniforms $ - $ - $ -
Small Tools/Equipment $ 1,390 $ - $ 1,390
Prof-Architectural/Eng $ - $ - $ - [d]
Mileage Reimbursement $ - $ - $ -
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ - $ - $ -
Local Meetings $ - $ - $ -
Printing / Duplication $ 347 $ - $ 347
Subscriptions / Publication $ 4,468 $ - $ 4,468
Dues $ 1,042 $ - $ 1,042
Telephones $ - $ - $ -
Postage & Freight $ 1,112 $ - $ 1,112
Employee Safety $ 139 $ - $ 139
Machinery & Equipment $ 834 $ - $ 834
Filing Fees $ 139 $ - $ 139
Telephones $ 3,475 $ - $ 3,475
Postage & Freight $ 1,390 $ - $ 1,390
Cap-Office Equipment $ 3,475 $ - $ 3,475
Machinery & Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 235,870 $ - $ 235,870
Appendix I: p. 15
1545
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Cost Recovery and Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Building & Safety Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - Permit Center Description
Assigned to
Building Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 250,446 $ - $ 250,446
Salaries-Overtime $ 325 $ - $ 325
Retirement Contribution $ 33,137 $ - $ 33,137
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 3,632 $ - $ 3,632
Retiree Health $ 5,163 $ - $ 5,163
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 1,238 $ - $ 1,238
Ins Prem - Health $ 58,243 $ - $ 58,243
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 5,793 $ - $ 5,793
Ins Prem - Life $ 425 $ - $ 425
Workers' Compensation $ - $ - $ -
Office Supplies $ 1,950 $ - $ 1,950
Uniforms $ 325 $ - $ 325
Prof-Other $ 14,300 $ - $ 14,300
Mileage Reimbursement $ 520 $ - $ 520
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 6,110 $ - $ 6,110
Local Meetings $ - $ - $ -
Dues $ 553 $ - $ 553
Telephones $ 975 $ - $ 975
Postage & Freight $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 383,135 $ - $ 383,135
Appendix I: p. 16
1546
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User and Regulatory Fee Study
Cost Recovery and Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Building & Safety Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - Building & Safety Description
Assigned to
Building Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 774,876 $ - $ 774,876
Salaries-Overtime $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000
Retirement Contribution $ 102,476 $ - $ 102,476
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 11,236 $ - $ 11,236
Retiree Health $ 8,587 $ - $ 8,587
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 3,831 $ - $ 3,831
Ins Prem - Health $ 163,021 $ - $ 163,021
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 14,208 $ - $ 14,208
Ins Prem - Life $ 1,308 $ - $ 1,308
Workers' Compensation $ 36,000 $ - $ 36,000
Office Supplies $ 2,500 $ - $ 2,500
Uniforms $ 1,700 $ - $ 1,700
Small Tools/Equipment $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000
Prof-Architectural/Eng $ 300,000 $ - $ 300,000
Mileage Reimbursement $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 31,900 $ - $ 31,900
Local Meetings $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000
Printing / Duplication $ 10,000 $ - $ 10,000
Subscriptions / Publication $ 7,500 $ - $ 7,500
Dues $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500
Telephones $ 15,000 $ - $ 15,000
Postage & Freight $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000
Employee Safety $ 2,500 $ - $ 2,500
Machinery & Equipment $ 11,500 $ - $ 11,500
Subtotal $ 1,505,143 $ - $ 1,505,143
Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 2,124,148 $ 531,037 [c] Expenses for Hourly Rate Calculation
Description Total Notes
Total $ 2,655,186
Appendix I: p. 17
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Cost Recovery and Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Building & Safety Allocation of Annual Labor Effort
Description Total Total Notes
General Admin; Mgmt; Policies; Procedures; Commission Support 18% $477,933 [f] Certification and Training 2% $53,104 [f]
Public Information and Assistance 17% $451,382 [f]
Building Permitting, Plan Review, Inspection 63% $1,672,767 [f] Total 100% $2,655,186
Allocation of Annual Costs to Core Service Areas
Description Total Total Notes
Building Permitting, Plan Review, Inspection 100% $2,655,186 Total 100% $2,655,186
Calculation of Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate
Description Total Note
Total Costs $ 2,655,186
Direct Hours 14,921 [g]
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate $178
Appendix I: p. 18
1548
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User and Regulatory Fee Study
Cost Recovery and Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Building & Safety Calculation of Cost Multiplier for Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate (Apply to Base Salary Cost Per Hour) Description FTE
Annual Hours
Per FTE
Total Annual
Hours
Estimated
Salaries
Hourly Wage
Rate Only
Assuming
Total Annual
FullyBurdened
Hourly Rate
Indirect Cost
Rate
Multiplier Note
Total 9.00 2,080 18,720 $877,644 $47 $178 3.80
Calculation of Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate by Position
Position Total Salaries Total FTE
Avg Salary
Per FTE
Avg Salary
Per Hour
Cost
Multiplier for
FullyBurdened
FullyBurdened
Hourly Rate Note
Building Official $ 137,720 1.00 $ 137,720 $ 66 3.80 $ 251 Chief Building Inspector $ 120,062 1.00 $ 120,062 $ 58 3.80 $ 219 Senior Building Inspector $ 102,403 1.00 $ 102,403 $ 49 3.80 $ 187 Senior Building Inspector $ 102,403 1.00 $ 102,403 $ 49 3.80 $ 187 Building Inspector I/II $ 90,509 1.00 $ 90,509 $ 44 3.80 $ 165 Building Inspector I/II $ 90,509 1.00 $ 90,509 $ 44 3.80 $ 165 Building Inspector I/II $ 90,509 1.00 $ 90,509 $ 44 3.80 $ 165 Management Specialist I/II $ 84,047 1.00 $ 84,047 $ 40 3.80 $ 153 Permit Specialist I/II $ 84,047 1.00 $ 84,047 $ 40 3.80 $ 153 Office Specialist I/II $ 59,482 1.00 $ 59,482 $ 29 3.80 $ 109 Revenue Summary
Acct Desc
FY 19/20
Actual
FY 20/21
Actual
FY 21/22
Actual
FY 22/23
Actual
FY 23/24
Actual 5-Yr Avg
FY 24/25
Budget
3221100 - Building Permits $923,377 $1,181,896 $2,063,969 $2,275,257 $1,479,918 $1,584,883 $1,428,300 3411400 - Plan Check Fees $468,180 $480,881 $616,576 $644,448 $471,287 $536,274 $408,000 $1,391,557 $1,662,777 $2,680,544 $2,919,705 $1,951,205 $2,121,158 $1,836,300 Cost Recovery
Description Total
Revenue $2,121,158
Expenditures $2,655,186
Cost Recovery Rate 80%
General Fund Subsidy $534,028
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Building & Safety". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [c] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Permit Center". [d] See separate worksheet labeled "Citywide Overhead (for Fee Study)". [e] Adjustment for hourly rate calculation only. Hourly rate calculation is based on in-house employee costs. [f] Amount intended to serve as reasonable allocation over a multi-year period. Amount will vary from year to year. [g] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Building & Safety".

Appendix I: p. 19
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
1 HVAC Change-Out - Residential 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% 2 HVAC Change-Out - Commercial (per unit) 1.50 x $178 = $267 $239 90% 3 Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit
a) Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) $159 b) Above 15kW – per kW (All inclusive)
i) Base Fee $159
ii) Fee per kW Above 15kW
4 Commercial Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) a) 50kW or less $159
b) 50kW – 250kW
i) Base Fee $159
ii) Fee per kW Above 50kW up to 250kW $0
c) Above 250kW
i) Base Fee $159
ii) Fee per kW Above 250kW $0
5 Service Panel Upgrade - Residential 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% 6 Service Panel Upgrade - Commercial 2.00 x $178 = $356 $159 45% 7 EV Charger - Residential 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89%
8 EV Charger - Commercial varies x $178 = varies $159 varies 9 Water Heater Changeout - Residential 1.00 x $178 = $178 $80 45% 10 Water Heater Changeout - Commercial 1.50 x $178 = $267 $80 30% 11 Line Repair - Sewer / Water / Gas / Re-pipe 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% 12 New Sewer Connection 1.50 x $178 = $267 $184 69%
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1550
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User and Regulatory Fee Study
Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
1 HVAC Change-Out - Residential
2 HVAC Change-Out - Commercial (per unit)
3 Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit
a) Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) b) Above 15kW – per kW (All inclusive)
i) Base Fee
ii) Fee per kW Above 15kW
4 Commercial Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive) a) 50kW or less
b) 50kW – 250kW
i) Base Fee
ii) Fee per kW Above 50kW up to 250kW
c) Above 250kW
i) Base Fee
ii) Fee per kW Above 250kW
5 Service Panel Upgrade - Residential
6 Service Panel Upgrade - Commercial
7 EV Charger - Residential
8 EV Charger - Commercial
9 Water Heater Changeout - Residential
10 Water Heater Changeout - Commercial
11 Line Repair - Sewer / Water / Gas / Re-pipe
12 New Sewer Connection
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note

$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$248 93% $258 97% $267 100%
$256 $353 $450 [a]
$256 $353 $450 [a]
$15 $15 $15 [a]
$439 $720 $1,000 [b]
$439 $720 $1,000 [b]
$7 $7 $7 [b]
$1,839 $2,120 $2,400 [b]
$5 $5 $5 [b]
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$225 63% $290 82% $356 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
See Permit Fee
Table "B".
varies See Permit Fee
Table "B".
varies See Permit Fee
Table "B".
100%
$113 63% $145 82% $178 100%
$142 53% $205 77% $267 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$212 79% $239 90% $267 100%
Appendix I: p. 21
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
13 Residential Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) 1.75 x $178 = $312 $159 51% b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof 0.50 x $178 = $89 $0 0% 14 Commercial Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) 2.75 x $178 = $490 $318 65% b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof 0.50 x $178 = $89 $0 0% 15 Demolition
a) Residential Single Family 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% b) Commercial 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89%
c) Miscellaneous Non-Structural 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% 16 Temporary Power Pole 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89%
17 Swimming Pool/Spa
a) Residential Swimming Pool / Spa (Includes Remodel) 4.00 x $178 = $712 $318 45% b) Commercial Swimming Pool/Spa (Each Pool) 6.50 x $178 = $1,157 $318 27% c) Detached Spa / Water Feature 2.00 x $178 = $356 $318 89% d) Commercial Pool Remodel 2.00 x $178 = $356 $318 89%
e) Equipment Change-out Alone 1.00 x $178 = $178 $318 179% 18 Patio Cover/Carport- Residential (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF 1.50 x $178 = $267 $159 60%
ii) Greater than 200 SF 2.00 x $178 = $356 $159 45%
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF 2.00 x $178 = $356 $159 45%
ii) Greater than 200 SF 2.50 x $178 = $445 $159 36%
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% Appendix I: p. 22
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
13 Residential Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only)
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof
14 Commercial Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only)
b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof
15 Demolition
a) Residential Single Family
b) Commercial
c) Miscellaneous Non-Structural
16 Temporary Power Pole
17 Swimming Pool/Spa
a) Residential Swimming Pool / Spa (Includes Remodel)
b) Commercial Swimming Pool/Spa (Each Pool)
c) Detached Spa / Water Feature
d) Commercial Pool Remodel
e) Equipment Change-out Alone
18 Patio Cover/Carport- Residential (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF
ii) Greater than 200 SF
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF
ii) Greater than 200 SF
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport)
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
$210 67% $261 84% $312 100%
$30 33% $59 67% $89 100%
$375 77% $432 88% $490 100%
$30 33% $59 67% $89 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$449 63% $581 82% $712 100%
$598 52% $877 76% $1,157 100%
$331 93% $343 96% $356 100%
$331 93% $343 96% $356 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$195 73% $231 87% $267 100%
$225 63% $290 82% $356 100%
$225 63% $290 82% $356 100%
$254 57% $350 79% $445 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
Appendix I: p. 23
1553
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User and Regulatory Fee Study
Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
19 Patio Cover/Carport - Commercial (Per patio cover/carport) - Plan check fee applies
a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF 2.00 x $178 = $356 $159 45%
ii) Greater than 200 SF 2.50 x $178 = $445 $159 36%
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF 2.50 x $178 = $445 $159 36%
ii) Greater than 200 SF 3.00 x $178 = $534 $159 30%
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% 20 Window / Sliding Glass Door
a) Retrofit / Whole Replacement Only
i) Up to 5 1.25 x $178 = $223 $159 71%
ii) Each additional 5 0.25 x $178 = $45 $0 0%
b) New / Alteration - Plan check fee applies
i) First 1.75 x $178 = $312 $159 51%
ii) Each additional 0.25 x $178 = $45 $0 0%
21 Block/Masonry Wall (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) 0 - 100 ft 2.00 x $178 = $356 $159 45%
b) Each Add'l 25 ft 0.25 x $178 = $45 $0 0%
22 Trash Enclosure (per trash enclosure) 1.00 x $178 = $178 $159 89% 23 Parking Lot Re-striping and Accessibility 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies 24 Appeals Board Application 4.00 x $178 = $712 varies varies 25 Cell Site Application (plan check fees apply) 2.25 x $178 = $401 varies varies 26 Cell Site Alteration (plan check fees apply) 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies 27 Sign Permit 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies
28 Temporary Tent Bleachers 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies Appendix I: p. 24
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
19 Patio Cover/Carport - Commercial (Per patio cover/carport) - Plan check fee applies
a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF
ii) Greater than 200 SF
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF
ii) Greater than 200 SF
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport)
20 Window / Sliding Glass Door
a) Retrofit / Whole Replacement Only
i) Up to 5
ii) Each additional 5
b) New / Alteration - Plan check fee applies
i) First
ii) Each additional
21 Block/Masonry Wall (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) 0 - 100 ft
b) Each Add'l 25 ft
22 Trash Enclosure (per trash enclosure)
23 Parking Lot Re-striping and Accessibility
24 Appeals Board Application
25 Cell Site Application (plan check fees apply)
26 Cell Site Alteration (plan check fees apply)
27 Sign Permit
28 Temporary Tent Bleachers
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
$225 63% $290 82% $356 100%
$254 57% $350 79% $445 100%
$254 57% $350 79% $445 100%
$284 53% $409 77% $534 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$180 81% $201 90% $223 100%
$15 33% $30 67% $45 100%
$210 67% $261 84% $312 100%
$15 33% $30 67% $45 100%
$225 63% $290 82% $356 100%
$15 33% $30 67% $45 100%
$165 93% $172 96% $178 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$712 100% $712 100% $712 100%
$401 100% $401 100% $401 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
Appendix I: p. 25
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
29 Tenant Improvement (Includes MEP)
a) 0 - 2,000 sq ft 4.00 x $178 = $712 varies varies
b) Each Additional 500 sq ft 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies 30 Residential Remodel (Includes MEP)
a) 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies b) More than 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath
i) 0 - 200 sq ft 2.00 x $178 = $356 varies varies
ii) Each Additional 100 sq ft 0.50 x $178 = $89 varies varies [a] California Government Code Section 66015(a)(1), establishes maximum fees for residential solar energy systems. For photovoltaic systems, fees shall not exceed $450 plus $15 per kW for each kilowatt above 15kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $450, plus $15 per kWth for each kilowatt thermal above 10kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance.
[b] California Government Code Section 66015(b)(1), establishes maximum fees for commercial solar energy systems. Fees shall not exceed $1,000 for systems up to 50kW plus $7 per kilowatt for each kilowatt between 51kW and 250kW, plus $5 for each kilowatt above 250kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $1,000 up to the 30kWth, plus $7 per kWth for each kWth between the 30th and 260th kWth, plus $5 for each kWth above 260kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance.
* Additional fees may apply for plan review, as needed. Plan Review Fees are listed in Building Fees Section G (1).

Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.

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Fee Description
29 Tenant Improvement (Includes MEP)
a) 0 - 2,000 sq ft
b) Each Additional 500 sq ft
30 Residential Remodel (Includes MEP)
a) 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath
b) More than 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath
i) 0 - 200 sq ft
ii) Each Additional 100 sq ft
[a] California Government Code Section 66015(a)(1), establishes maximum fees for residential solar energy systems. For photovoltaic systems, fees shall not exceed $450 plus $15 per kW for each kilowatt above 15kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $450, plus $15 per kWth for each kilowatt thermal above 10kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance.
[b] California Government Code Section 66015(b)(1), establishes maximum fees for commercial solar energy systems. Fees shall not exceed $1,000 for systems up to 50kW plus $7 per kilowatt for each kilowatt between 51kW and 250kW, plus $5 for each kilowatt above 250kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $1,000 up to the 30kWth, plus $7 per kWth for each kWth between the 30th and 260th kWth, plus $5 for each kWth above 260kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance.
* Additional fees may apply for plan review, as needed. Plan Review Fees are listed in Building Fees Section G (1).

Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.

Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
$712 100% $712 100% $712 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$356 100% $356 100% $356 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Permit Fee for New Construction and Additions (Includes Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical)
1 $1 - $4,000 1.00 x $178 = $178 $166 93%
2 $4,001 - $10,000 1.00 x $178 = $178 $166 93%
3 $10,001 - $50,000 2.00 x $178 = $356 $166 47%
4 $50,001 - $100,000 6.00 x $178 = $1,068 $343 32%
5 $100,001 - $500,000 10.00 x $178 = $1,780 $687 39%
6 $500,001 - $1,000,000 18.00 x $178 = $3,204 $2,414 75% 7 $1,000,001 and up 28.00 x $178 = $4,984 $4,829 97%
For permits requiring energy, or accessibility review, the following percentages shall be added to the base permit fee
1 Energy 5% 5% 0% 0%
2 Accessibility 5% 5% 0% 0%
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
1 Up to $2,000 0.50 x $178 = $89 $166 186%
2 $2,001 - $4,000 1.00 x $178 = $178 $166 93%
3 $4,001 - $10,000 1.50 x $178 = $267 $166 62%
4 $10,001 and up 2.00 x $178 = $356 $166 47%
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
1 Up to $2,000 0.50 x $178 = $89 $166 186%
2 $2,001 - $4,000 1.00 x $178 = $178 $166 93%
3 $4,001 - $10,000 1.50 x $178 = $267 $166 62%
4 $10,001 and up 2.00 x $178 = $356 $166 47%
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
1 Up to $2,000 0.50 x $178 = $89 $166 186%
2 $2,001 - $4,000 1.00 x $178 = $178 $166 93%
3 $4,001 - $10,000 1.50 x $178 = $267 $166 62%
4 $10,001 and up 2.00 x $178 = $356 $166 47%
Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided. For permit fees for new construction permits, service times shown represent typical service times for the low end of the fee range (e.g., service time shown for projects ranging from $50,000 - $100,000 represents typical service time for a prototypical project valued at $50,000 for fee calculation purposes).

See fee schedule for determination of valuation for fee-calculation purposes.

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Fee Description
Permit Fee for New Construction and Additions (Includes Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical)
1 $1 - $4,000
2 $4,001 - $10,000
3 $10,001 - $50,000
4 $50,001 - $100,000
5 $100,001 - $500,000
6 $500,001 - $1,000,000
7 $1,000,001 and up
For permits requiring energy, or accessibility review, the following percentages shall be added to the base permit fee
1 Energy
2 Accessibility
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
1 Up to $2,000
2 $2,001 - $4,000
3 $4,001 - $10,000
4 $10,001 and up
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
1 Up to $2,000
2 $2,001 - $4,000
3 $4,001 - $10,000
4 $10,001 and up
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
1 Up to $2,000
2 $2,001 - $4,000
3 $4,001 - $10,000
4 $10,001 and up
Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided. For permit fees for new construction permits, service times shown represent typical service times for the low end of the fee range (e.g., service time shown for projects ranging from $50,000 - $100,000 represents typical service time for a prototypical project valued at $50,000 for fee calculation purposes).

See fee schedule for determination of valuation for fee-calculation purposes.

Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note

$170 95% $174 98% $178 100%
$170 95% $174 98% $178 100%
$229 64% $293 82% $356 100%
$585 55% $826 77% $1,068 100%
$1,052 59% $1,416 80% $1,780 100%
$2,678 84% $2,941 92% $3,204 100%
$4,881 98% $4,932 99% $4,984 100%
5% 100% 5% 100% 5% 100%
5% 100% 5% 100% 5% 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$170 95% $174 98% $178 100%
$199 75% $233 87% $267 100%
$229 64% $293 82% $356 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$170 95% $174 98% $178 100%
$199 75% $233 87% $267 100%
$229 64% $293 82% $356 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$170 95% $174 98% $178 100%
$199 75% $233 87% $267 100%
$229 64% $293 82% $356 100%
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Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
1 Stand-Alone or Combination Permit Fees (Alternative Calculation) a) One Inspection Required 0.50 x $178 = $89 $166 186%
b) Two Inspections Required 1.00 x $178 = $178 $166 93% c) Three Inspections Required 1.50 x $178 = $267 $166 62% d) Four Inspections Required 2.00 x $178 = $356 $343 96% e) Each Additional Inspection 0.50 x $178 = $89 $166 187% Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.

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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
1 Stand-Alone or Combination Permit Fees (Alternative Calculation) a) One Inspection Required
b) Two Inspections Required
c) Three Inspections Required
d) Four Inspections Required
e) Each Additional Inspection
Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.

Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note

$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$170 95% $174 98% $178 100%
$199 75% $233 87% $267 100%
$347 98% $352 99% $356 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
1 Plan Review Fees
a) Plan Review Fee, if applicable 65% 65% varies varies b) Phased Plan Check (when applicable) 1.5x full plan
check fee for
entire bldg

1.5x full plan
check fee for
entire bldg
varies varies
c) Expedited Plan Check (when applicable) 1.5x standard plan check fee

1.5x standard plan
check fee
varies varies
d) Tract Homes, Condos, Apartments (Production
Units)
10% 10% varies varies
e) Alternate Materials and Materials Review 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies f) Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent) 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies g) Revisions of Approved Plans 1.00 x $178 = $178 varies varies h) Revisions that Add Scope 65% 65% varies varies
i) Standalone Plan Check 0.50 x $178 = $89 varies varies [a] Includes up to three plan checks. The City will bill hourly for additional plan review required.
[b] For identical buildings built by the same builder on the same lot or in the same tract and for which building
permits are issued at the same time.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to
process the specific application.

Service times are based on the typical level of effort
associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.

For service times expressed as a percentage or a factor, those percentages or factors are intended to represent
service time as a percentage or factor of a base multiplier (e.g., plan review time is expressed as a percentage of typical permit inspection time).

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Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
1 Plan Review Fees
a) Plan Review Fee, if applicable
b) Phased Plan Check (when applicable)
c) Expedited Plan Check (when applicable)
d) Tract Homes, Condos, Apartments (Production
Units)
e) Alternate Materials and Materials Review
f) Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent)
g) Revisions of Approved Plans
h) Revisions that Add Scope
i) Standalone Plan Check
[a] Includes up to three plan checks. The City will bill hourly for additional plan review required.
[b] For identical buildings built by the same builder on the same lot or in the same tract and for which building
permits are issued at the same time.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to
process the specific application.

Service times are based on the typical level of effort
associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.

Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Notes

65% of Building
Permit Fee
100% 65% of Building
Permit Fee
100% 65% of Building
Permit Fee
100% [a]

1.5x full plan
check fee for
entire bldg
100% 1.5x full plan
check fee for
entire bldg
100% 1.5x full plan
check fee for
entire bldg
100%

1.5x standard plan
check fee
100% 1.5x standard plan
check fee
100% 1.5x standard plan
check fee
100%
10% of standard
plan check fee
100% 10% of standard
plan check fee
100% 10% of standard
plan check fee
100% [b]
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100% per hour
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100% per hour
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100% per hour
65% of Added
Building Permit
Fee
100% 65% of Added
Building Permit
Fee
100% 65% of Added
Building Permit
Fee
100% [a]
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100% per half hour
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
1 Permit Processing Fee
a) Minor Permits 1.00 x $178 = $178 0%
b) New Construction/Tenant Improvements 2.25 x $178 = $401 0% 2 General Plan Maintenance Fee
(percent of building permit fee)
40%
3 Technology Fee
(percent of permit fee)
7%
4 Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee Calculation
a) Residential
b) Commercial
5 Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation (Valuation) a) $1 - $25,000
b) $25,001 - $50,000
c) $50,001 - $75,000
d) $75,001 - $100,000
e) Each Add'l $25,000 or fraction thereof
6 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% 3% existing fee 7 Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (per 30 Days) 3.00 x $178 = $534 8 Sewer Certificate of Compliance 2.00 x $178 $356
9 Renew for Final, Courtesy Inspection
(Meter Release without a Permit, Non-Emergency Inspection Requests)

1.50 x $178 = $267
10 Addressing - Residential Or Commercial (Per Unit/Lot/Meter/Cell Sites) Includes New Addressing And Changes

0.50 x $178 $89
11 Building Official Variance Consideration (per hour) 1.00 x $178 = $178 Copies, Re-Print, Change Of Contractor
12 Job Card / Permit Re-Print 0.33 x $178 = $59
13 Change Of Contractor 0.50 x $178 = $89
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Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Violation Fees
14 Work Without a Permit
Other Fees
15 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 existing fee
b) 24 x 36 per sheet $0.80 existing fee
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 existing fee
16 Phased Inspection Fee (per inspection) 0.50 x $178 = $89 17 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum) 1.00 x $214 = $214 18 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Re-inspection or More) (each) 0.50 x $178 = $89 19 Missed inspection Fee 0.50 x $178 = $89
20 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour) 0.50 x $178 = $89 21 Compliance Inspection Fee 1.00 x $178 = $178
22 Special / Other Inspection Fee 1.00 x $178 = $178
23 Mobile Home Permit Fees
24 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee within 1 year from Expiration 25 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee over 1 year from Expiration 26 Refunds
a) Fees Erroneously Paid or Collected by the City
b) Fees Prior to Work Being Commenced
c) 180 Days After Payment of Fees
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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided. For service times expressed as a percentage or a factor, those percentages or factors are intended to represent service time as a percentage or factor of a base multiplier (e.g., plan review time is expressed as a percentage of typical permit inspection time).
[c] Fees established by the State of California.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.
[a] Fee applies to all building permits (e.g., new construction, additions, tenant improvements, etc.), but not mechanical, electrical, or plumbing permits. [b] Fee applies to all permits (e.g., building permits, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits).
[d] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [e] The Building Official may authorize refunding of any fee paid, or portion thereof, which was erroneously paid or collected by the city. [f] No fees are refundable once the work covered by them is commenced. [g] Whether work has commenced or not, no fees are refundable more than 180 days after their payment.

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Building Fees
Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
1 Permit Processing Fee
a) Minor Permits
b) New Construction/Tenant Improvements
2 General Plan Maintenance Fee
(percent of building permit fee)
3 Technology Fee
(percent of permit fee)
4 Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee Calculation
a) Residential
b) Commercial
5 Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation (Valuation) a) $1 - $25,000
b) $25,001 - $50,000
c) $50,001 - $75,000
d) $75,001 - $100,000
e) Each Add'l $25,000 or fraction thereof
6 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
7 Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (per 30 Days)
8 Sewer Certificate of Compliance
9 Renew for Final, Courtesy Inspection
(Meter Release without a Permit, Non-Emergency Inspection Requests) 10 Addressing - Residential Or Commercial (Per Unit/Lot/Meter/Cell Sites) Includes New Addressing And Changes
11 Building Official Variance Consideration (per hour)
Copies, Re-Print, Change Of Contractor
12 Job Card / Permit Re-Print
13 Change Of Contractor
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note

$59 33% $119 67% $178 100%
$134 33% $267 67% $401 100%
3% 8% 3% 8% 3% 8% [a]
5% 72% 5% 72% 5% 72% [b]
$0.50 or valuation
x .00013
$0.50 or valuation
x .00013
$0.50 or valuation
x .00013
[c]
$0.50 or valuation
x .00028
$0.50 or valuation
x .00028
$0.50 or valuation
x .00028
[c]
$1 $1 $1 [c]
$2 $2 $2 [c]
$3 $3 $3 [c]
$4 $4 $4 [c]
Add $1 Add $1 Add $1 [c]
3% 100% 3% 100% 3% 100%
$178 33% $356 67% $534 100%
$119 33% $237 67% $356 100%
$89 33% $178 67% $267 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$20 33% $39 67% $59 100%
$30 33% $59 67% $89 100%
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Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
Violation Fees
14 Work Without a Permit
Other Fees
15 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet
b) 24 x 36 per sheet
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11
16 Phased Inspection Fee (per inspection)
17 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum)
18 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Re-inspection or More) (each) 19 Missed inspection Fee
20 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour) 21 Compliance Inspection Fee
22 Special / Other Inspection Fee
23 Mobile Home Permit Fees
24 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee within 1 year from Expiration 25 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee over 1 year from Expiration 26 Refunds
a) Fees Erroneously Paid or Collected by the City
b) Fees Prior to Work Being Commenced
c) 180 Days After Payment of Fees
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
2x building
permit fee
2x building
permit fee
2x building
permit fee
$0.07 $0.07 $0.07
$0.80 $0.80 $0.80
$0.11 $0.11 $0.11
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$214 100% $214 100% $214 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100% [d]
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$89 100% $89 100% $89 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
$178 100% $178 100% $178 100%
See Title 25 of CA
Code of
Regulations
100% See Title 25 of CA
Code of
Regulations
100% See Title 25 of CA
Code of
Regulations
100% [c]
50% of building
permit/plan check
fees
100% 50% of building
permit/plan check
fees
100% 50% of building
permit/plan check
fees
100%
100% of building
permit/plan check
fees
100% 100% of building
permit/plan check
fees
100% 100% of building
permit/plan check
fees
100%
100% refund 100% 100% refund 100% 100% refund 100% [e]
up to 80% refund 100% up to 80% refund 100% up to 80% refund 100% [f] no refund 100% no refund 100% no refund 100% [g]
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Cost of Service Calculation
Fee Description
Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided. For service times expressed as a percentage or a factor, those percentages or factors are intended to represent service time as a percentage or factor of a base multiplier (e.g., plan review time is expressed as a percentage of typical permit inspection time).
[c] Fees established by the State of California.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.
[a] Fee applies to all building permits (e.g., new construction, additions, tenant improvements, etc.), but not mechanical, electrical, or plumbing permits. [b] Fee applies to all permits (e.g., building permits, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits).
[d] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [e] The Building Official may authorize refunding of any fee paid, or portion thereof, which was erroneously paid or collected by the city. [f] No fees are refundable once the work covered by them is commenced. [g] Whether work has commenced or not, no fees are refundable more than 180 days after their payment.

Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
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Cost of Service Calculations
Code Compliance
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Allocation of Divisional Labor - Code Compliance
Budget Unit
Description Description FTE Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 60% 40% 100% [a];[b] Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 60% 40% 100% [a];[b] Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 60% 40% 100% [a];[b] Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 60% 40% 100% [a];[b] Code Compliance Office Specialist II 1.00 60% 40% 100% [a];[b] Total 5.00 0% 0% 0% 60% 40% 100%
Description Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.60 0.40 1.00 Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.60 0.40 1.00 Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.60 0.40 1.00 Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.60 0.40 1.00 Code Compliance Office Specialist II 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.60 0.40 1.00 Total 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.00 2.00 5.00
Description Description
Salary
Schedule Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachment
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II $81,997 $0 $0 $0 $49,198 $32,799 $81,997 [c] Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II $81,997 $0 $0 $0 $49,198 $32,799 $81,997 [c] Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II $81,997 $0 $0 $0 $49,198 $32,799 $81,997 [c] Code Compliance Code Compliance Officer I/II $81,997 $0 $0 $0 $49,198 $32,799 $81,997 [c] Code Compliance Office Specialist II $59,482 $0 $0 $0 $35,689 $23,793 $59,482 [c] Total $387,470 $0 $0 $0 $232,482 $154,988 $387,470
Percent 0% 0% 0% 60% 40% 100%
[a] FTE count based on adopted budget.
[b] FTE allocation based on interviews with department staff. [c] Source: City adopted salary schedule.

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Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Code Compliance
Position FTE
Alloc to
Code Enf.

Alloc to All
Other
Total Hours
Per FTE
Less: Holiday
& Leave
Productive
Hours Per
FTE
Total
Productive
Hours Indirect Direct Total
Total
Indirect
Hours
Total Direct
Hours Total Hours Notes
Director of Development Services 1.00 0.15 0.85 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[d] Deputy Director of Development Services 1.00 0.05 0.95 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[d] Administrative Assistant 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 100% 0% 100% 1,864 - 1,864 [a];[d] Principal Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Senior Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Associate Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Assistant Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Land Development Technician 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[d] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [a];[d] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.05 0.95 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.05 0.95 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.05 0.95 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.05 0.95 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.05 0.95 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[d] Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 0.60 0.40 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 0.60 0.40 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 0.60 0.40 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Code Compliance Officer I/II 1.00 0.60 0.40 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Office Specialist II 1.00 0.60 0.40 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [c];[d] Total 19.00 3.85 15.15 35,416 12,209 23,207 35,416
Total 20% 80% 34% 66% 100%
Appendix I: p. 42
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Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Code Compliance
Position
Indirect
Code Enf.

Indirect All
Other
Total
Indirect
Direct Code
Enf.

Direct All
Other Total Direct
Director of Development Services 210 1,188 1,398 70 396 466 Deputy Director of Development Services70 1,328 1,398 23 443 466 Administrative Assistant 373 1,491 1,864 0 0 0
Principal Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Senior Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Associate Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Assistant Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Land Development Technician 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Management Specialist I/II 186 746 932 186 746 932
Management Specialist I/II 47 885 932 47 885 932
Permit Specialist I/II 19 354 373 75 1,417 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 19 354 373 75 1,417 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 19 354 373 75 1,417 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 19 354 373 75 1,417 1,491
Code Compliance Officer I/II 224 149 373 895 596 1,491
Code Compliance Officer I/II 224 149 373 895 596 1,491
Code Compliance Officer I/II 224 149 373 895 596 1,491
Code Compliance Officer I/II 224 149 373 895 596 1,491
Office Specialist II 224 149 373 895 596 1,491
Total 2,078 10,131 12,209 5,098 18,109 23,207
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Permit Center". [c] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Code Compliance". [d] Direct/Indirect hours based on interviews with department staff.

Appendix I: p. 43
1573
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Code Compliance
Allocation of In-House Labor
Description Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg &
Encroach
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Allocation of In-House Labor 0% 0% 0% 60% 40% 100% [a]
Recurring Expenditures
Description Total Adjustments Total Building Planning
Land Dev
Eng'rg and
Encroachmen
t
Code
Compliance
STVR /
Cannabis /
Other Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 489,275 $ - $ 489,275 $ - $ - $ - $ 293,565 $ 195,710 $ 489,275 [b] Salaries-Overtime $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b] Retirement Contribution $ 64,728 $ - $ 64,728 $ - $ - $ - $ 38,837 $ 25,891 $ 64,728 [b] Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 7,095 $ - $ 7,095 $ - $ - $ - $ 4,257 $ 2,838 $ 7,095 [b] Retiree Health $ 4,298 $ - $ 4,298 $ - $ - $ - $ 2,579 $ 1,719 $ 4,298 [b] Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 2,419 $ - $ 2,419 $ - $ - $ - $ 1,451 $ 968 $ 2,419 [b] Ins Prem - Health $ 115,643 $ - $ 115,643 $ - $ - $ - $ 69,386 $ 46,257 $ 115,643 [b] Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 10,590 $ - $ 10,590 $ - $ - $ - $ 6,354 $ 4,236 $ 10,590 [b] Ins Prem - Life $ 829 $ - $ 829 $ - $ - $ - $ 497 $ 332 $ 829 [b] Office Supplies $ 2,500 $ - $ 2,500 $ - $ - $ - $ 1,500 $ 1,000 $ 2,500 [b] Uniforms $ 2,000 $ - $ 2,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 1,200 $ 800 $ 2,000 [b] Small Tools/Equipment $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 600 $ 400 $ 1,000 [b] Prof-Lot Cleaning Svc $ 15,000 $ (15,000) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b];[c] Prof-Other $ 87,500 $ (87,500) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b];[c] Mileage Reimbursement $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500 $ - $ - $ - $ 900 $ 600 $ 1,500 [b] Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 15,000 $ - $ 15,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 9,000 $ 6,000 $ 15,000 [b] Local Meetings $ 1,000 $ - $ 1,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 600 $ 400 $ 1,000 [b] Printing / Duplication $ 8,000 $ - $ 8,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 4,800 $ 3,200 $ 8,000 [b] Dues $ 2,000 $ - $ 2,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 1,200 $ 800 $ 2,000 [b] Filing Fees $ 1,500 $ (1,500) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - [b];[c] Telephones $ 9,000 $ - $ 9,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 5,400 $ 3,600 $ 9,000 [b] Postage & Freight $ 7,000 $ - $ 7,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 4,200 $ 2,800 $ 7,000 [b] Subtotal $ 847,877 $ (104,000) $ 743,877 $ - $ - $ - $ 446,326 $ 297,551 $ 743,877 0% 0% 0% 60% 40% 100%
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Code Compliance". [b] Source: Adopted budget.
[c] Exclude expenses that may be passed through for direct recovery, and non-fee related expenditures.

Appendix I: p. 44
1574
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Code Compliance Cost of Service
Description Total Adjustment Total
Allocation to
Code Enf.

Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Code Compliance Div $ 847,877 $ (104,000) $ 743,877 $ 446,326 $ 297,551 $ 743,877 [a] Community Development /Planning /Eng'r Div $ 2,693,078 $ (1,000) $ 2,692,078 $ 111,304 $ 2,580,774 $ 2,692,078 [b] Permit Center Div $ 589,439 $ - $ 589,439 $ 29,472 $ 559,967 $ 589,439 [c] Total $ 4,130,394 $ (105,000) $ 4,025,394 $ 587,102 $ 3,438,292 $ 4,025,394 Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation
Allocation to
Code Enf.

Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 4,025,394 $ 1,006,349 $ 146,776 $ 859,573 $ 1,006,349 [d] Total Code Compliance Expenses
Description Total Notes
Total $ 733,878
Appendix I: p. 45
1575
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Code Compliance Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - CD Admin / Planning / Engineering Description
Assigned to
Code Enf. Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 74,134 $ - $ 74,134
Salaries-Overtime $ 328 $ - $ 328
Retirement Contribution $ 9,801 $ - $ 9,801
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 1,075 $ - $ 1,075
Retiree Health $ 1,091 $ - $ 1,091
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 367 $ - $ 367
Ins Prem - Health $ 12,022 $ - $ 12,022
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 1,137 $ - $ 1,137
Ins Prem - Life $ 125 $ - $ 125
Workers' Compensation $ 2,623 $ - $ 2,623
Office Supplies $ 197 $ - $ 197
Uniforms $ - $ - $ -
Small Tools/Equipment $ 656 $ - $ 656
Prof-Architectural/Eng $ - $ - $ -
Mileage Reimbursement $ - $ - $ -
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ - $ - $ -
Local Meetings $ - $ - $ -
Printing / Duplication $ 164 $ - $ 164
Subscriptions / Publication $ 2,109 $ - $ 2,109
Dues $ 492 $ - $ 492
Telephones $ - $ - $ -
Postage & Freight $ 525 $ - $ 525
Employee Safety $ 66 $ - $ 66
Machinery & Equipment $ 394 $ - $ 394
Filing Fees $ 66 $ - $ 66
Telephones $ 1,640 $ - $ 1,640
Postage & Freight $ 656 $ - $ 656
Cap-Office Equipment $ 1,640 $ - $ 1,640
Machinery & Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 111,304 $ - $ 111,304
Appendix I: p. 46
1576
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Code Compliance Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - Permit Center Description
Assigned to
Code Enf. Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 19,265 $ - $ 19,265
Salaries-Overtime $ 25 $ - $ 25
Retirement Contribution $ 2,549 $ - $ 2,549
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 279 $ - $ 279
Retiree Health $ 397 $ - $ 397
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 95 $ - $ 95
Ins Prem - Health $ 4,480 $ - $ 4,480
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 446 $ - $ 446
Ins Prem - Life $ 33 $ - $ 33
Workers' Compensation $ - $ - $ -
Office Supplies $ 150 $ - $ 150
Uniforms $ 25 $ - $ 25
Prof-Other $ 1,100 $ - $ 1,100
Mileage Reimbursement $ 40 $ - $ 40
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 470 $ - $ 470
Local Meetings $ - $ - $ -
Dues $ 43 $ - $ 43
Telephones $ 75 $ - $ 75
Postage & Freight $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 29,472 $ - $ 29,472
Appendix I: p. 47
1577
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Code Compliance Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - Code Compliance Description
Assigned to
Code Enf. Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 293,565 $ - $ 293,565
Salaries-Overtime $ - $ - $ -
Retirement Contribution $ 38,837 $ - $ 38,837
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 4,257 $ - $ 4,257
Retiree Health $ 2,579 $ - $ 2,579
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 1,451 $ - $ 1,451
Ins Prem - Health $ 69,386 $ - $ 69,386
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 6,354 $ - $ 6,354
Ins Prem - Life $ 497 $ - $ 497
Office Supplies $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500
Uniforms $ 1,200 $ - $ 1,200
Small Tools/Equipment $ 600 $ - $ 600
Prof-Lot Cleaning Svc $ - $ - $ - [e]
Prof-Other $ - $ - $ - [e]
Mileage Reimbursement $ 900 $ - $ 900
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 9,000 $ - $ 9,000
Local Meetings $ 600 $ - $ 600
Printing / Duplication $ 4,800 $ - $ 4,800
Dues $ 1,200 $ - $ 1,200
Filing Fees $ - $ - $ - [e]
Telephones $ 5,400 $ - $ 5,400
Postage & Freight $ 4,200 $ - $ 4,200
Subtotal $ 446,326 $ - $ 446,326
Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 587,102 $ 146,776 [c] Expenses for Hourly Rate Calculation
Description Total Notes
Total $ 733,878
Appendix I: p. 48
1578
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Code Compliance Allocation of Annual Labor Effort
Description Total Total Notes
General Admin; Mgmt; Policies; Procedures; Commission Support 15% $110,082 [f] Certification and Training 2% $14,678 [f]
Public Information and Assistance 12% $88,065 [f]
Code Compliance Direct Svcs 71% $521,053 [f]
Total 100% $733,878
Allocation of Annual Costs to Core Service Areas
Description Total Total Notes
Code Compliance Direct Svcs 100% $733,878
Total 100% $733,878
Calculation of Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate
Description Total Note
Total Costs $ 733,878
Direct Hours 5,098 [g]
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate $144
Calculation of Cost Multiplier for Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate (Apply to Base Salary Cost Per Hour) Description FTE
Annual Hours
Per FTE
Total Annual
Hours
Estimated
Salaries
Hourly Wage
Rate Only
Assuming
Total Annual
FullyBurdened
Hourly Rate
Indirect Cost
Rate
Multiplier Note
Total 5.00 2,080 10,400 $387,470 $37 $144 3.87
Calculation of Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate by Position
Position Total Salaries Total FTE
Avg Salary
Per FTE
Avg Salary
Per Hour
Cost
Multiplier for
FullyBurdened
FullyBurdened
Hourly Rate Note
Code Compliance Officer I/II $ 81,997 1.00 $ 81,997 $ 39 3.87 $ 152 Office Specialist II $ 59,482 1.00 $ 59,482 $ 29 3.87 $ 111 [a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Code Compliance". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [c] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Permit Center". [d] See separate worksheet labeled "Citywide Overhead (for Fee Study)". [e] Adjustment for hourly rate calculation only. Hourly rate calculation is based on in-house employee costs. [f] Amount intended to serve as reasonable allocation over a multi-year period. Amount will vary from year to year. [g] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Code Compliance".

Appendix I: p. 49
1579
User and Regulatory Fees
Cost of Service Calculations
Planning
Appendix I: p. 50
1580
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Planning
Position FTE
Alloc to
Planning
Alloc to All
Other
Total Hours
Per FTE
Less: Holiday
& Leave
Productive
Hours Per
FTE
Total
Productive
Hours Indirect Direct Total
Total
Indirect
Hours
Total Direct
Hours Total Hours Notes
Director of Development Services 1.00 0.40 0.60 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[c] Deputy Director of Development Services 1.00 0.25 0.75 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[c] Administrative Assistant 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 100% 0% 100% 1,864 - 1,864 [a];[c] Principal Planner 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Senior Planner 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Associate Planner 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Assistant Planner 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Land Development Technician 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [a];[c] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Total 14.00 5.55 8.45 26,096 10,345 15,751 26,096
Total 40% 60% 40% 60% 100%
Position
Indirect
Planning
Indirect All
Other
Total
Indirect
Direct
Planning
Direct All
Other Total Direct
Director of Development Services 559 839 1,398 186 280 466 Deputy Director of Development Services350 1,049 1,398 117 350 466 Administrative Assistant 373 1,491 1,864 0 0 0
Principal Planner 466 0 466 1,398 0 1,398
Senior Planner 466 0 466 1,398 0 1,398
Associate Planner 466 0 466 1,398 0 1,398
Assistant Planner 466 0 466 1,398 0 1,398
Land Development Technician 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Management Specialist I/II 186 746 932 186 746 932
Management Specialist I/II 93 839 932 93 839 932
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Total 3,574 6,771 10,345 6,771 8,980 15,751
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Permit Center". [c] Direct/Indirect hours based on interviews with department staff.

Appendix I: p. 51
1581
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Planning
Cost of Service
Description Total Adjustment Total
Allocation to
Planning
Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Community Development /Planning /Eng'r Div $ 2,693,078 $ (1,000) $ 2,692,078 $ 1,333,019 $ 1,359,059 $ 2,692,078 [a] Permit Center Div $ 589,439 $ - $ 589,439 $ 58,944 $ 530,495 $ 589,439 [b] Total $ 3,282,517 $ (1,000) $ 3,281,517 $ 1,391,963 $ 1,889,554 $ 3,281,517 Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation
Allocation to
Planning
Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 3,281,517 $ 820,379 $ 347,991 $ 472,389 $ 820,379 [c] Total Planning Expenses
Description Total Notes
Total $ 1,739,953
Appendix I: p. 52
1582
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Planning
Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - CD Admin / Planning / Engineering Description
Assigned to
Planning Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 624,765 $ - $ 624,765
Salaries-Overtime $ 2,764 $ - $ 2,764
Retirement Contribution $ 82,602 $ - $ 82,602
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 9,059 $ - $ 9,059
Retiree Health $ 9,193 $ - $ 9,193
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 3,089 $ - $ 3,089
Ins Prem - Health $ 101,315 $ - $ 101,315
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 9,579 $ - $ 9,579
Ins Prem - Life $ 1,054 $ - $ 1,054
Workers' Compensation $ 22,109 $ - $ 22,109
Office Supplies $ 1,658 $ - $ 1,658
Small Tools/Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Prof-Temporary Part-Time $ 5,527 $ - $ 5,527
Prof-Planners $ 395,000 $ (395,000) $ - [d]
Prof-Architectural/Eng $ - $ - $ -
Community Recognition $ - $ - $ -
Prof-Other $ - $ - $ -
Mileage Reimbursement $ 1,382 $ - $ 1,382
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 17,770 $ - $ 17,770
Local Meetings $ 4,145 $ - $ 4,145
R/M-Office Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Printing / Duplication $ 4,422 $ - $ 4,422
Subscriptions / Publication $ 553 $ - $ 553
Dues $ 3,316 $ - $ 3,316
Filing Fees $ 553 $ - $ 553
Telephones $ 13,818 $ - $ 13,818
Postage & Freight $ 5,527 $ - $ 5,527
Cap-Office Equipment $ 13,818 $ - $ 13,818
Machinery & Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 1,333,019 $ (395,000) $ 938,019
Appendix I: p. 53
1583
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Planning
Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - Permit Center Description
Assigned to
Planning Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 38,530 $ - $ 38,530
Salaries-Overtime $ 50 $ - $ 50
Retirement Contribution $ 5,098 $ - $ 5,098
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 559 $ - $ 559
Retiree Health $ 794 $ - $ 794
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 191 $ - $ 191
Ins Prem - Health $ 8,961 $ - $ 8,961
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 891 $ - $ 891
Ins Prem - Life $ 65 $ - $ 65
Workers' Compensation $ - $ - $ -
Office Supplies $ 300 $ - $ 300
Uniforms $ 50 $ - $ 50
Prof-Other $ 2,200 $ - $ 2,200
Mileage Reimbursement $ 80 $ - $ 80
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 940 $ - $ 940
Local Meetings $ - $ - $ -
Dues $ 85 $ - $ 85
Telephones $ 150 $ - $ 150
Postage & Freight $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 58,944 $ - $ 58,944
Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 996,963 $ 249,241 [c] Expenses for Hourly Rate Calculation
Description Total Notes
Total $ 1,246,203
Appendix I: p. 54
1584
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Planning
Allocation of Annual Labor Effort
Description Total Total Notes
General Admin; Mgmt; Policies; Procedures; Commission Support 15% $186,930 [e] Certification and Training 2% $24,924 [e]
Public Information and Assistance 17% $211,855 [e]
Planning - Advanced Planning / Regional Planning 10% $124,620 [e] Planning - Current Pl'ng (Planning Stage) 40% $498,481 [e] Planning - Post Entitlement Plan Check (e.g., Bldg Plan Check) 8% $99,696 [e] Planning - General Council / City Support (i.e., tax funded support) 8% $99,696 [e] Total 100% $1,246,203
Allocation of Annual Costs to Core Service Areas
Description Total Total Notes
Planning - Advanced Planning / Regional Planning 15% $188,819 Planning - Current Pl'ng (Planning Stage) 61% $755,275
Planning - Post Entitlement Plan Check (e.g., Bldg Plan Check) 12% $151,055 Planning - General Council / City Support (i.e., tax funded support) 12% $151,055 Total 100% $1,246,203
Calculation of Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate
Description Total Note
Total Costs $ 1,246,203
Direct Hours 6,771 [f]
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate $184
Appendix I: p. 55
1585
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Planning
Calculation of Cost Multiplier for Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate (Apply to Base Salary Cost Per Hour) Description FTE
Annual Hours
Per FTE
Total Annual
Hours
Estimated
Salaries
Hourly Wage
Rate Only
Assuming
Total Annual
FullyBurdened
Hourly Rate
Indirect Cost
Rate
Multiplier Note
Total 14.00 2,080 29,120 $1,471,593 $51 $184 3.64
Calculation of Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate by Position
Position Total Salaries Total FTE
Avg Salary
Per FTE
Avg Salary
Per Hour
Cost
Multiplier for
FullyBurdened
FullyBurdened
Hourly Rate Note
Director of Development Services $ 209,557 1.00 $ 209,557 $ 101 3.64 $ 367 Deputy Director of Development Services $ 176,293 1.00 $ 176,293 $ 85 3.64 $ 309 Administrative Assistant $ 59,482 1.00 $ 59,482 $ 29 3.64 $ 104 Principal Planner $ 118,756 1.00 $ 118,756 $ 57 3.64 $ 208 Senior Planner $ 110,580 1.00 $ 110,580 $ 53 3.64 $ 194 Associate Planner $ 102,403 1.00 $ 102,403 $ 49 3.64 $ 179 Assistant Planner $ 92,772 1.00 $ 92,772 $ 45 3.64 $ 162 Revenue Summary
Acct Desc
FY 19/20
Actual
FY 20/21
Actual
FY 21/22
Actual
FY 22/23
Actual
FY 23/24
Actual 5-Yr Avg
FY 24/25
Budget
3411300 - Zoning Fees $44,707 $32,981 $56,951 $52,200 $59,941 $49,356 $68,000 3411200 - Sub Division Fees $189,760 $276,492 $562,119 $451,094 $492,062 $394,305 $382,999 $234,467 $309,473 $619,070 $503,294 $552,003 $443,661 $450,999 Cost Recovery
Description Total
Revenue $443,661
Expenditures $906,330
Cost Recovery Rate 49%
General Fund Subsidy $462,668
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Permit Center". [c] See separate worksheet labeled "Citywide Overhead (for Fee Study)". [d] Adjustment for hourly rate calculation only. Hourly rate calculation is based on in-house employee costs. [e] Amount intended to serve as reasonable allocation over a multi-year period. Amount will vary from year to year. [f] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Planning".

Appendix I: p. 56
1586
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Use Permit
1 Administrative Use Permit 12.0 x $184 = $2,208 $345 16% 2 Conditional Use Permit 38.0 x $184 = $6,992 $2,894 41% 3 Temporary Use Permit
a) Minor Temporary Use Permit
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status 4.0 x $184 = $736 $0 0% ii) All Others 4.0 x $184 = $736 $87 12%
b) Major Temporary Use Permit
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status 10.0 x $184 = $1,840 $0 0% ii) All Others 10.0 x $184 = $1,840 $87 5%
Architectural Review / Site Development Review
4 Single-Family/Duplex Permit 15.0 x $184 = $2,760 $226 8% 5 Residential - Fence and Wall Exceptions 9.0 x $184 = $1,656 $226 14% 6 RV Parking - With Appeal 4.0 x $184 = $736 $0 0%
7 Commercial (façade revision/modification / awning replacement) 18.0 x $184 = $3,312 $531 16% 8 New Commercial with Prior Entitlement 18.0 x $184 = $3,312 $531 16% 9 Residential Tract, Multifamily Residential, and/or Mixed Use 26.0 x $184 = $4,784 $226 5% Precise Plan / Preliminary Development Plan
10 Precise Plan - Up to 5 Acres 57.0 x $184 = $10,488 $2,894 28% 11 Precise Plan - More than 5 Acres 79.0 x $184 = $14,536 $2,894 20% Modification of Precise Plan / Conditional Use Permit
12 Modification - Revised Permit 36.0 x $184 = $6,624 $2,894 44% 13 Substantial Conformance - Director Determination 18.0 x $184 = $3,312 $0 0% Landscape Plan
14 Onsite Landscape Plans 10.0 x $184 = $1,840 $531 29% 15 Offsite Landscape Plans 14.0 x $184 = $2,576 $531 21% Housing
16 Senate Bill (SB) 330 Application Review 10.0 x $184 = $1,840 $0 0% Appendix I: p. 57
1587
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description
Use Permit
1 Administrative Use Permit
2 Conditional Use Permit
3 Temporary Use Permit
a) Minor Temporary Use Permit
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status
ii) All Others
b) Major Temporary Use Permit
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status
ii) All Others
Architectural Review / Site Development Review
4 Single-Family/Duplex Permit
5 Residential - Fence and Wall Exceptions
6 RV Parking - With Appeal
7 Commercial (façade revision/modification / awning replacement) 8 New Commercial with Prior Entitlement
9 Residential Tract, Multifamily Residential, and/or Mixed Use Precise Plan / Preliminary Development Plan
10 Precise Plan - Up to 5 Acres
11 Precise Plan - More than 5 Acres
Modification of Precise Plan / Conditional Use Permit
12 Modification - Revised Permit
13 Substantial Conformance - Director Determination
Landscape Plan
14 Onsite Landscape Plans
15 Offsite Landscape Plans
Housing
16 Senate Bill (SB) 330 Application Review
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
$966 44% $1,587 72% $2,208 100%
$4,260 61% $5,626 80% $6,992 100%
[a]
No Charge 0% No Charge 0% No Charge 0%
$303 41% $520 71% $736 100%
[b]
$184 10% $184 10% $184 10%
$671 36% $1,256 68% $1,840 100%
$1,071 39% $1,915 69% $2,760 100%
$703 42% $1,179 71% $1,656 100%
$245 33% $491 67% $736 100%
$1,458 44% $2,385 72% $3,312 100%
$1,458 44% $2,385 72% $3,312 100%
$1,745 36% $3,265 68% $4,784 100%
$5,425 52% $7,957 76% $10,488 100%
$6,775 47% $10,655 73% $14,536 100%
$4,137 62% $5,381 81% $6,624 100%
$1,104 33% $2,208 67% $3,312 100%
$967 53% $1,404 76% $1,840 100%
$1,213 47% $1,894 74% $2,576 100%
$613 33% $1,227 67% $1,840 100%
Appendix I: p. 58
1588
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Pre-Application
17 Pre-Application 10.0 x $184 = $1,840 $0 0%
Development Agreement
18 Development Agreement Review
a) Base Fee 40.0 x $184 = $7,360 $3,004 41%
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review varies $10,000 100% 19 Development Agreement Amendment
a) Base Fee 28.0 x $184 = $5,152 $0 0%
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review varies $0 0% Environmental Review
20 Categorical Exemption 2.0 x $184 = $368 $0 0%
21 Initial Study / Addendum / Subsequent / Streamlined 30.0 x $184 = $5,520 $276 5% 22 Initial Study / Negative Declaration / Mitigated Neg. Declaration 45.0 x $184 = $8,280 $276 3% 23 Environmental Impact Report Review 65.0 x $184 = $11,960 Pass-Through of Actuals, plus 10%
100%
24 Deposit for Third Party Review or In-House Preparation of CEQA Documents, As Needed (In addition to Fees Shown Above)
varies Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with
$10,000 Initial
Deposit
100%
Variance
25 Adjustment 10.0 x $184 = $1,840 $167 9%
26 Variance 20.0 x $184 = $3,680 $2,924 79%
Special Event Permit
27 Special Event Permit 2.5 x $184 = $460 $0 0%
28 Drone / Film / Still Photography 3.0 x $184 = $552 $25 5% Signs
29 Temporary Signage Permit 0.5 x $184 = $92 $35 38%
30 Sign Permit 1.0 x $184 = $184 $98 53%
31 Sign Program Review (with ARC Review) 16.0 x $184 = $2,944 $393 13% 32 ARC Sign Design Review - Monument Signs and Sign Design 8.0 x $184 = $1,472 $393 27% 33 Sign Program Amendment 12.0 x $184 = $2,208 $393 18% Appendix I: p. 59
1589
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description
Pre-Application
17 Pre-Application
Development Agreement
18 Development Agreement Review
a) Base Fee
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review
19 Development Agreement Amendment
a) Base Fee
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review
Environmental Review
20 Categorical Exemption
21 Initial Study / Addendum / Subsequent / Streamlined
22 Initial Study / Negative Declaration / Mitigated Neg. Declaration 23 Environmental Impact Report Review
24 Deposit for Third Party Review or In-House Preparation of CEQA Documents, As Needed (In addition to Fees Shown Above)
Variance
25 Adjustment
26 Variance
Special Event Permit
27 Special Event Permit
28 Drone / Film / Still Photography
Signs
29 Temporary Signage Permit
30 Sign Permit
31 Sign Program Review (with ARC Review)
32 ARC Sign Design Review - Monument Signs and Sign Design 33 Sign Program Amendment
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
No Charge 0% No Charge 0% No Charge 0%
$4,456 61% $5,908 80% $7,360 100%
$10,000 100% $10,000 100% $10,000 100%
$1,717 33% $3,435 67% $5,152 100%
$10,000 100% $10,000 100% $10,000 100%
$123 33% $245 67% $368 100% [c]
$2,024 37% $3,772 68% $5,520 100% [c]
$2,944 36% $5,612 68% $8,280 100% [c]
$11,960 100% $11,960 100% $11,960 100% [c]
Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with
$10,000 Initial
Deposit
100% Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with
$10,000 Initial
Deposit
100% Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with
$10,000 Initial
Deposit
100% [c]
$725 39% $1,282 70% $1,840 100%
$3,176 86% $3,428 93% $3,680 100%
$153 33% $307 67% $460 100%
$201 36% $376 68% $552 100%
$54 59% $73 79% $92 100%
$127 69% $155 84% $184 100%
$1,243 42% $2,094 71% $2,944 100%
$753 51% $1,112 76% $1,472 100%
$998 45% $1,603 73% $2,208 100%
Appendix I: p. 60
1590
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Subdivision / Tentative Parcel Map
34 Tentative Parcel Map (4 or less parcels / commercial) 23.0 x $184 = $4,232 $1,203 28% 35 Tentative Parcel Map Revision 17.0 x $184 = $3,128 $1,203 38% Subdivision / Tentative Tract Map (5 or more parcels)
36 Up to 20 acres 42.0 x $184 = $7,728 $3,308 43%
37 More than 20 acres 64.0 x $184 = $11,776 $3,308 28%
38 Tentative Tract Map Revision 31.0 x $184 = $5,704 $3,308 58% 39 Tentative Condominium Map 42.0 x $184 = $7,728 $3,308 43% Time Extensions
40 Staff Review 8.0 x $184 = $1,472 $0 0%
41 Planning Commission Review 12.0 x $184 = $2,208 $0 0% 42 City Council Review 16.0 x $184 = $2,944 $0 0%
General / Specific Plans
43 General Plan Amendment 64.0 x $184 = $11,776 $2,007 17% 44 General Plan Text Amendment 32.0 x $184 = $5,888 $125 2% 45 Zone Change 40.0 x $184 = $7,360 $2,007 27%
46 Zoning Text Amendment 40.0 x $184 = $7,360 $0 0%
47 Specific Plan 80.0 x $184 = $14,720 $0 0%
48 Specific Plan Amendment 40.0 x $184 = $7,360 $0 0%
Historic Preservation
49 Historical Landmark / District Designation 15.0 x $184 = $2,760 $0 0% 50 Mills Act 10.0 x $184 = $1,840 $318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
varies
51 Certificate Of Appropriateness 4.0 x $184 = $736 $0 0% Appeals
52 Appeal to Director of Development Services (per appeal) 6.0 x $184 = $1,104 $276 25% 53 Appeal to Planning Commission (per appeal) 12.0 x $184 = $2,208 $276 13% 54 Appeal to City Council (per appeal) 12.0 x $184 = $2,208 $276 13% Appendix I: p. 61
1591
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description
Subdivision / Tentative Parcel Map
34 Tentative Parcel Map (4 or less parcels / commercial) 35 Tentative Parcel Map Revision
Subdivision / Tentative Tract Map (5 or more parcels)
36 Up to 20 acres
37 More than 20 acres
38 Tentative Tract Map Revision
39 Tentative Condominium Map
Time Extensions
40 Staff Review
41 Planning Commission Review
42 City Council Review
General / Specific Plans
43 General Plan Amendment
44 General Plan Text Amendment
45 Zone Change
46 Zoning Text Amendment
47 Specific Plan
48 Specific Plan Amendment
Historic Preservation
49 Historical Landmark / District Designation
50 Mills Act
51 Certificate Of Appropriateness
Appeals
52 Appeal to Director of Development Services (per appeal) 53 Appeal to Planning Commission (per appeal)
54 Appeal to City Council (per appeal)
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
$2,213 52% $3,222 76% $4,232 100%
$1,845 59% $2,486 79% $3,128 100%
$4,781 62% $6,255 81% $7,728 100%
$6,131 52% $8,953 76% $11,776 100%
$4,107 72% $4,905 86% $5,704 100%
$4,781 62% $6,255 81% $7,728 100%
$491 33% $981 67% $1,472 100%
$736 33% $1,472 67% $2,208 100%
$981 33% $1,963 67% $2,944 100%
$5,263 45% $8,520 72% $11,776 100%
$2,046 35% $3,967 67% $5,888 100%
$3,791 52% $5,576 76% $7,360 100%
$2,453 33% $4,907 67% $7,360 100%
$4,907 33% $9,813 67% $14,720 100%
$2,453 33% $4,907 67% $7,360 100%
No Charge 0% No Charge 0% No Charge 0%
$318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
100% $318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
100% $318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
100%
No Charge 0% No Charge 0% No Charge 0%
$276 25% $276 25% $276 25%
$276 13% $276 13% $276 13%
$276 13% $276 13% $276 13%
Appendix I: p. 62
1592
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Zoning Plan Review
55 Alterations/Additions - Residential 1.0 x $184 = $184 $0 0% 56 New Construction - Single Family Residential 1.5 x $184 = $276 $0 0% 57 New Construction - 2-4 Residential Units 2.0 x $184 = $368 $0 0% 58 New Construction - 5+ Residential Units 4.0 x $184 = $736 $0 0% 59 New Construction - Non-Residential 3.0 x $184 = $552 $0 0% 60 Alterations/Additions - Non-Residential 1.0 x $184 = $184 $0 0% Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet a
)
$0.07 existing fee
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) b
)
$0.80 existing fee
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 c
)
$0.11 existing fee
62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% 3% existing fee 63 Annexation 180.0 x $184 = $33,120 varies varies
64 Mailing / Noticing $450 $0 0%
65 Street Name Change / Review 18.0 x $184 = $3,312 $0 0% 66 Certificate of Use 1.0 x $184 = $184 $35 19%
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New 0.5 x $184 = $92 $54 59%
b) Renewal 0.5 x $184 = $92 $29 32%
68 Zoning Letter 2.0 x $184 = $368 $276 75%
69 Expedited Review Fee
Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License $50 plus 1% of
gross receipts per
month
n/a - not
examined as part
of study
71 Massage Establishment 2.0 x $184 = $368 $225 61%
72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New 0.5 x $144 = $72 $50 69%
b) Renewal 0.5 x $144 = $72 $25 35%
73 Entertainment Site Plan 2.0 x $184 = $368 $0 0%
Appendix I: p. 63
1593
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description
Zoning Plan Review
55 Alterations/Additions - Residential
56 New Construction - Single Family Residential
57 New Construction - 2-4 Residential Units
58 New Construction - 5+ Residential Units
59 New Construction - Non-Residential
60 Alterations/Additions - Non-Residential
Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F)
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11
62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
63 Annexation
64 Mailing / Noticing
65 Street Name Change / Review
66 Certificate of Use
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New
b) Renewal
68 Zoning Letter
69 Expedited Review Fee
Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License
71 Massage Establishment
72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New
b) Renewal
73 Entertainment Site Plan
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
$61 33% $123 67% $184 100%
$92 33% $184 67% $276 100%
$123 33% $245 67% $368 100%
$245 33% $491 67% $736 100%
$184 33% $368 67% $552 100%
$61 33% $123 67% $184 100%
$0.07 $0.07 $0.07
$0.80 $0.80 $0.80
$0.11 $0.11 $0.11
3% 3% 3% 100%
Actual Cost w/
$25,000 initial
deposit
100% Actual Cost w/
$25,000 initial
deposit
100% Actual Cost w/
$25,000 initial
deposit
100%
$150 33% $300 67% $450 100%
$1,104 33% $2,208 67% $3,312 100%
$85 46% $134 73% $184 100%
$67 72% $79 86% $92 100%
$50 54% $71 77% $92 100%
$307 83% $337 92% $368 100%

1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee [d] $50 plus 1% of
gross receipts per
month
n/a - not
examined as part
of study
$50 plus 1% of
gross receipts per
month
n/a - not
examined as part
of study
$50 plus 1% of
gross receipts per
month
n/a - not
examined as part
of study
$273 74% $320 87% $368 100%
$57 80% $65 90% $72 100%
$41 56% $56 78% $72 100%
$123 33% $245 67% $368 100%
Appendix I: p. 64
1594
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule 74 Planning (per hour) $184 varies varies
75 Code Enforcement (per hour) $144 varies varies
76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review Actual Cost varies varies 77 Outside Service Providers Actual Cost varies varies
Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.
[c] Fish and Wildlife recordation fees shall be paid separately. [d] Request for expedited service is subject to Development Services Department Director approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.
* Any reference to acreage in the fees listed above should be interpreted as gross acres.
[a] Minor temporary use permit: indoor event; outdoor event with tents less 400 SF, no generators, or external electrical supply required; small-scale entertainment or amplified sound; pre-prepared food and packaged snacks and/or 1-2 food trucks; foldable and/or light-weight outdoor furniture; events with fewer than 100 project attendees.
[b] Major temporary use permit: pyrotechnics and/or special effects display; fireworks permit; valet service required; live entertainment with amplified sound that requires a stage and seating/bleachers; road closures or substantial parking lot space occupied; large-scale food; City-owned property; events with 3+ vendors.

Appendix I: p. 65
1595
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Planning Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule 74 Planning (per hour)
75 Code Enforcement (per hour)
76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review
77 Outside Service Providers
Service times are based on the typical level of effort associated with permit issuance, plan review, and permit inspection for the various fee-related services provided.
[c] Fish and Wildlife recordation fees shall be paid separately. [d] Request for expedited service is subject to Development Services Department Director approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.
* Any reference to acreage in the fees listed above should be interpreted as gross acres.
[a] Minor temporary use permit: indoor event; outdoor event with tents less 400 SF, no generators, or external electrical supply required; small-scale entertainment or amplified sound; pre-prepared food and packaged snacks and/or 1-2 food trucks; foldable and/or light-weight outdoor furniture; events with fewer than 100 project attendees.
[b] Major temporary use permit: pyrotechnics and/or special effects display; fireworks permit; valet service required; live entertainment with amplified sound that requires a stage and seating/bleachers; road closures or substantial parking lot space occupied; large-scale food; City-owned property; events with 3+ vendors.

Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Note
$184 100% $184 100% $184 100%
$144 100% $144 100% $144 100%
100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% 100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% 100% passthrough of actual
cost
100%
100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% 100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% 100% passthrough of actual
cost
100%
Appendix I: p. 66
1596
User and Regulatory Fees
Cost of Service Calculations
Engineering and Encroachment Permitting
Appendix I: p. 67
1597
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Engineering
Position FTE
Alloc to
Engineering
Alloc to All
Other
Total Hours
Per FTE
Less: Holiday
& Leave
Productive
Hours Per
FTE
Total
Productive
Hours Indirect Direct Total
Total
Indirect
Hours
Total Direct
Hours Total Hours Notes
Director of Development Services 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[c] Deputy Director of Development Services 1.00 0.25 0.75 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 75% 25% 100% 1,398 466 1,864 [a];[c] Administrative Assistant 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 100% 0% 100% 1,864 - 1,864 [a];[c] Principal Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Senior Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Associate Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Assistant Planner 1.00 - 1.00 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Land Development Technician 1.00 1.00 - 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 25% 75% 100% 466 1,398 1,864 [a];[c] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.20 0.80 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [a];[c] Management Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 50% 50% 100% 932 932 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Permit Specialist I/II 1.00 0.10 0.90 2,080 216 1,864 1,864 20% 80% 100% 373 1,491 1,864 [b];[c] Total 14.00 2.25 11.75 26,096 10,345 15,751 26,096
Total 16% 84% 40% 60% 100%
Position
Indirect
Engineering
Indirect All
Other
Total
Indirect
Direct
Engineering
Direct All
Other Total Direct
Director of Development Services 140 1,258 1,398 47 419 466 Deputy Director of Development Services 350 1,049 1,398 117 350 466 Administrative Assistant 373 1,491 1,864 0 0 0
Principal Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Senior Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Associate Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Assistant Planner 0 466 466 0 1,398 1,398
Land Development Technician 466 0 466 1,398 0 1,398
Management Specialist I/II 186 746 932 186 746 932
Management Specialist I/II 93 839 932 93 839 932
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Permit Specialist I/II 37 336 373 149 1,342 1,491
Total 1,757 8,588 10,345 2,437 13,314 15,751
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Labor - Permit Center". [c] Direct/Indirect hours based on interviews with department staff.

Appendix I: p. 68
1598
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Engineering
Cost of Service
Description Total Adjustment Total
Allocation to
Engineering
Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Community Development /Planning /Eng'r Div $ 2,693,078 $ (1,000) $ 2,692,078 $ 908,635 $ 1,783,443 $ 2,692,078 [a] Permit Center Div $ 589,439 $ - $ 589,439 $ 58,944 $ 530,495 $ 589,439 [b] Total $ 3,282,517 $ (1,000) $ 3,281,517 $ 967,579 $ 2,313,938 $ 3,281,517 Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation
Allocation to
Engineering
Allocation to
All Other Total Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 3,281,517 $ 820,379 $ 241,895 $ 578,484 $ 820,379 [c] Total Engineering Expenses
Description Total Notes
Total $ 1,209,474
Appendix I: p. 69
1599
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Engineering
Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - CD Admin / Planning / Engineering Description
Assigned to
Engineering Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 205,566 $ - $ 205,566
Salaries-Overtime $ 909 $ - $ 909
Retirement Contribution $ 27,178 $ - $ 27,178
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 2,981 $ - $ 2,981
Retiree Health $ 3,025 $ - $ 3,025
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 1,016 $ - $ 1,016
Ins Prem - Health $ 33,335 $ - $ 33,335
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 3,152 $ - $ 3,152
Ins Prem - Life $ 347 $ - $ 347
Workers' Compensation $ 7,275 $ - $ 7,275
Office Supplies $ 546 $ - $ 546
Small Tools/Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Prof-Temporary Part-Time $ 1,819 $ - $ 1,819
Prof-Planners $ - $ - $ -
Prof-Architectural/Eng $ 600,000 $ - $ 600,000
Community Recognition $ - $ - $ -
Prof-Other $ - $ - $ -
Mileage Reimbursement $ 455 $ - $ 455
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 5,847 $ - $ 5,847
Local Meetings $ 1,364 $ - $ 1,364
R/M-Office Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Printing / Duplication $ 1,455 $ - $ 1,455
Subscriptions / Publication $ 182 $ - $ 182
Dues $ 1,091 $ - $ 1,091
Filing Fees $ 182 $ - $ 182
Telephones $ 4,547 $ - $ 4,547
Postage & Freight $ 1,819 $ - $ 1,819
Cap-Office Equipment $ 4,547 $ - $ 4,547
Machinery & Equipment $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 908,635 $ - $ 908,635
Appendix I: p. 70
1600
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Engineering
Expenses for Use In Hourly Rate Calculation - Permit Center Description
Assigned to
Engineering Adjustments Total Notes
Salaries-Full Time $ 38,530 $ - $ 38,530
Salaries-Overtime $ 50 $ - $ 50
Retirement Contribution $ 5,098 $ - $ 5,098
Medicare Contrb-Employer $ 559 $ - $ 559
Retiree Health $ 794 $ - $ 794
Ins Prem - Long Term Disab. $ 191 $ - $ 191
Ins Prem - Health $ 8,961 $ - $ 8,961
Ins Prem - Dental/Vision $ 891 $ - $ 891
Ins Prem - Life $ 65 $ - $ 65
Workers' Compensation $ - $ - $ -
Office Supplies $ 300 $ - $ 300
Uniforms $ 50 $ - $ 50
Prof-Other $ 2,200 $ - $ 2,200
Mileage Reimbursement $ 80 $ - $ 80
Conf - Seminars - Workshops $ 940 $ - $ 940
Local Meetings $ - $ - $ -
Dues $ 85 $ - $ 85
Telephones $ 150 $ - $ 150
Postage & Freight $ - $ - $ -
Subtotal $ 58,944 $ - $ 58,944
Allocation of Central Services
Description
Est C'wide
Indirect Rate
Modified
Expenses
Citywide
Overhead
Allocation Notes
Allocation of Citywide Overhead 25% $ 967,579 $ 241,895 [c] Expenses for Hourly Rate Calculation
Description Total Notes
Total $ 1,209,474
Appendix I: p. 71
1601
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate Calculation - Engineering
Allocation of Annual Labor Effort
Description Total Total Notes
General Admin; Mgmt; Policies; Procedures; Commission Support 16% $193,516 [e] Certification and Training 2% $24,189 [e]
Public Information and Assistance 17% $205,611 [e]
CIP / Public Works / Traffic 50% $604,737 [e]
Land Development 50% $604,737 [e]
Total 135% $1,632,790
Allocation of Annual Costs to Core Service Areas
Description Total Total Notes
CIP / Public Works / Traffic 50% $604,737
Land Development 50% $604,737
Total 100% $1,209,474
Calculation of Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate
Description Total Note
Total Costs $ 1,209,474
Direct Hours - In House 2,437 [f]
Direct Hours - Contract 3,243 [g]
Total Direct Hours 5,680 [f];[g]
Fully-Burdened Hourly Rate $213
Revenue Summary
Acct Desc
FY 19/20
Actual
FY 20/21
Actual
FY 21/22
Actual
FY 22/23
Actual
FY 23/24
Actual 5-Yr Avg
FY 24/25
Budget
3166500 - Job Valuation Insp Fee $21,846 $25,445 $44,032 $45,187 $48,642 $37,031 $106,500 3221200 - Grading Permits $29,799 $13,997 $15,345 $15,717 $11,253 $17,222 $11,000 3221500 - ROW Encroachment Permits $54,447 $46,517 $166,789 $226,113 $85,406 $115,854 $85,500 $106,092 $85,959 $226,166 $287,017 $145,301 $170,107 $203,000 Cost Recovery
Description Total
Revenue $170,107
Expenditures $604,737
Cost Recovery Rate 28%
General Fund Subsidy $434,630
[a] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Community Development / Planning / Engineering". [b] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Divisional Expenses - Permit Center". [c] See separate worksheet labeled "Citywide Overhead (for Fee Study)". [d] Adjustment for hourly rate calculation only. Hourly rate calculation is based on in-house employee costs. [e] Amount intended to serve as reasonable allocation over a multi-year period. Amount will vary from year to year. [f] See separate worksheet labeled "Allocation of Annual Labor Effort - Planning". [g] Majority of City Engineering services are performed via contract service agreement. Analysis assumes $185 hourly rate for contract services and 100% direct allocation.

Appendix I: p. 72
1602
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Engineering Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Land Subdivision
1 Parcel Map:
a) Final Parcel Map
i) Base Fee 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $1,253 74%
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot 1.00 x $213 = $213 $125 59% b) Final Parcel Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee 4.00 x $213 = $852 $155 18%
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot 1.00 x $213 = $213 $0 0% c) Substantial Conformance Review 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $1,628 96% 2 Tract Map:
a) Final Tract Map
i) Base Fee 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $1,253 74%
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot 0.50 x $213 = $107 $125 117% b) Final Tract Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $155 9%
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot 0.50 x $213 = $107 $0 0% c) Substantial Conformance Review 12.00 x $213 = $2,556 $5,003 196% 3 Reversion to Acreage:
a) Initial Sheet 6.00 x $213 = $1,278 $0 0%
b) Each Additional Sheet 3.00 x $213 = $639 $0 0%
4 Lot Line Adjustment/Parcel Merger
a) Lot Line Adjustment 15.50 x $213 = $3,302 $810 25%
b) Parcel Merger 15.50 x $213 = $3,302 $810 25%
5 Street Dedication/Vacation
a) Land Action Documents
(ROW/Easements/Grant Deeds)

8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $468 27%
b) Vacation of Street/Public ROW 16.00 x $213 = $3,408 $1,496 44% 6 Land Survey
a) Record of Survey 5.75 x $213 = $1,225 $0 0%
b) Certificate of Correction 5.75 x $213 = $1,225 $0 0% Appendix I: p. 73
1603
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Engineering Fees
Calculation of Estimated Cost of Service
Fee Description
Land Subdivision
1 Parcel Map:
a) Final Parcel Map
i) Base Fee
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot
b) Final Parcel Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot
c) Substantial Conformance Review
2 Tract Map:
a) Final Tract Map
i) Base Fee
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot
b) Final Tract Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot
c) Substantial Conformance Review
3 Reversion to Acreage:
a) Initial Sheet
b) Each Additional Sheet
4 Lot Line Adjustment/Parcel Merger
a) Lot Line Adjustment
b) Parcel Merger
5 Street Dedication/Vacation
a) Land Action Documents
(ROW/Easements/Grant Deeds)
b) Vacation of Street/Public ROW
6 Land Survey
a) Record of Survey
b) Certificate of Correction
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Note
$1,403 82% $1,554 91% $1,704 100% per map
$154 72% $184 86% $213 100% per lot
$387 45% $620 73% $852 100% per map
$71 33% $142 67% $213 100% per lot
$1,653 97% $1,679 99% $1,704 100% each
$1,403 82% $1,554 91% $1,704 100% per map
$107 100% $107 100% $107 100% per lot
$671 39% $1,188 70% $1,704 100% per map
$36 33% $71 67% $107 100% per lot
$2,556 100% $2,556 100% $2,556 100% each
$426 33% $852 67% $1,278 100% per sheet
$213 33% $426 67% $639 100% per sheet
$1,641 50% $2,471 75% $3,302 100% per request
$1,641 50% $2,471 75% $3,302 100% per request
$880 52% $1,292 76% $1,704 100% per request
$2,133 63% $2,771 81% $3,408 100% per request
$408 33% $817 67% $1,225 100% per request
$408 33% $817 67% $1,225 100% per request
Appendix I: p. 74
1604
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $853 50%
ii) Each Additional Sheet 4.00 x $213 = $852 $310 36%
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 4.00 x $213 = $852 $155 18% iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 2.00 x $213 = $426 $0 0% b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $853 50%
ii) Each Additional Sheet 6.00 x $213 = $1,278 $0 0%
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 6.00 x $213 = $1,278 $0 0% iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 2.00 x $213 = $426 $0 0% c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $1,628 96%
ii) Each Lot 0.50 x $213 = $107 $78 73%
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 4.00 x $213 = $852 $155 18% iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 1.00 x $213 = $213 $0 0% d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial 7.75 x $213 = $1,651 $698 42%
ii) Revision 4.00 x $213 = $852 $0 0%
e) PM10
i) Initial Report 3.00 x $213 = $639 $78 12%
ii) Revisions - per report 1.00 x $213 = $213 $0 0%
f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 varies varies
ii) Each Additional Sheet 5.00 x $213 = $1,065 varies varies iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 6.00 x $213 = $1,278 $155 12% iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 3.00 x $213 = $639 $0 0% g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet 10.00 x $213 = $2,130 varies varies
ii) Each Additional Sheet 7.00 x $213 = $1,491 varies varies iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 6.00 x $213 = $1,278 $155 12% iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 3.00 x $213 = $639 $0 0% h) Signing and Striping
i) Initial Sheet 8.25 x $213 = $1,757 $1,110 63%
ii) Each Additional Sheet 4.00 x $213 = $852 $0 0%
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 4.00 x $213 = $852 $155 18% iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 2.00 x $213 = $426 $0 0% Appendix I: p. 75
1605
Fee Description
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Lot
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial
ii) Revision
e) PM10
i) Initial Report
ii) Revisions - per report
f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
h) Signing and Striping
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Note
$1,137 67% $1,420 83% $1,704 100% per sheet
$491 58% $671 79% $852 100% per sheet
$387 45% $620 73% $852 100% per sheet
$142 33% $284 67% $426 100% per sheet
$1,137 67% $1,420 83% $1,704 100% per sheet
$426 33% $852 67% $1,278 100% per sheet
$426 33% $852 67% $1,278 100% per sheet
$142 33% $284 67% $426 100% per sheet
$1,653 97% $1,679 99% $1,704 100% per sheet
$88 82% $97 91% $107 100% per lot
$387 45% $620 73% $852 100% per sheet
$71 33% $142 67% $213 100% per sheet
$1,016 62% $1,333 81% $1,651 100% per lot
$284 33% $568 67% $852 100% per lot
$265 41% $452 71% $639 100% per report
$71 33% $142 67% $213 100% per report
$1,704 100% $1,704 100% $1,704 100% per sheet
$1,065 100% $1,065 100% $1,065 100% per sheet
$529 41% $904 71% $1,278 100% per sheet
$213 33% $426 67% $639 100% per sheet
$2,130 100% $2,130 100% $2,130 100% per sheet
$1,491 100% $1,491 100% $1,491 100% per sheet
$529 41% $904 71% $1,278 100% per sheet
$213 33% $426 67% $639 100% per sheet
$1,326 75% $1,542 88% $1,757 100% per sheet
$284 33% $568 67% $852 100% per sheet
$387 45% $620 73% $852 100% per sheet
$142 33% $284 67% $426 100% per sheet
Appendix I: p. 76
1606
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
i) Traffic Signal
i) Initial Sheet 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $1,480 87%
ii) Each Additional Sheet 5.00 x $213 = $1,065 $0 0%
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 5.75 x $213 = $1,225 $155 13% iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 4.00 x $213 = $852 $0 0% j) Traffic Control Plan 0.17 x $213 = $36 $159 448%
k) Record Drawings/As Built Review
i) Initial Sheet 2.00 x $213 = $426 $0 0%
ii) Each Additional Sheet 0.50 x $213 = $107 $0 0%
l) Hydrology Report
i) Initial Report 10.00 x $213 = $2,130 $742 35%
ii) Revisions 5.00 x $213 = $1,065 $155 15%
m) Traffic Study 8.50 x $213 = $1,811 $0 0%
n) WQMP Report
i) With Prior Entitlement 7.00 x $213 = $1,491 $3,700 248% ii) Without Prior Entitlement 18.00 x $213 = $3,834 $3,700 97% iii) Revisions 4.00 x $213 = $852 $155 18%
o) SWPPP / Erosion Control
i) Initial Plan 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $176 10%
ii) Revisions 3.25 x $213 = $692 $155 22%
p) Public Sewer and/or Water Only
i) Initial Sheet 1.00 x $213 = $213 $0 0%
ii) Each Additional Sheet 0.50 x $213 = $107 $0 0%
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet 0.00 x $213 = $0 $0 0%
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet 0.00 x $213 = $0 $0 0% 8 Plan Review (>3 Reviews) 1.00 x $213 = $213 $0 0%
9 Expedited Plan Review Fee
Appendix I: p. 77
1607
Fee Description
i) Traffic Signal
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
j) Traffic Control Plan
k) Record Drawings/As Built Review
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
l) Hydrology Report
i) Initial Report
ii) Revisions
m) Traffic Study
n) WQMP Report
i) With Prior Entitlement
ii) Without Prior Entitlement
iii) Revisions
o) SWPPP / Erosion Control
i) Initial Plan
ii) Revisions
p) Public Sewer and/or Water Only
i) Initial Sheet
ii) Each Additional Sheet
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet
8 Plan Review (>3 Reviews)
9 Expedited Plan Review Fee
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Note
$1,555 91% $1,629 96% $1,704 100% per sheet
$355 33% $710 67% $1,065 100% per sheet
$512 42% $868 71% $1,225 100% per sheet
$284 33% $568 67% $852 100% per sheet
$36 100% $36 100% $36 100% per sheet
$142 33% $284 67% $426 100% per sheet
$36 33% $71 67% $107 100% per sheet
$1,205 57% $1,667 78% $2,130 100% per report
$458 43% $762 72% $1,065 100% per report
$604 33% $1,207 67% $1,811 100% per study
$1,491 100% $1,491 100% $1,491 100% per report
$3,745 98% $3,789 99% $3,834 100% per report
$387 45% $620 73% $852 100% per report
$685 40% $1,195 70% $1,704 100% per plan
$334 48% $513 74% $692 100% per plan
$71 33% $142 67% $213 100% per sheet
$36 33% $71 67% $107 100% per sheet
$0 #DIV/0! $0 #DIV/0! $0 0% per sheet
$0 #DIV/0! $0 #DIV/0! $0 0% per sheet
$213 100% $213 100% $213 100% per hour

1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee [a] Appendix I: p. 78
1608
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Grading Permit / PM10
10 Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit 1.50 x $213 = $320 $92 29% 11 Clear and Grub Permit 1.50 x $213 = $320 $0 0%
12 Grading Permit
a) Rough Grading including PM10 and SWPPP varies varies b) Precise Grading including PM10 and SWPPP varies varies c) Single Family Residential Final Grading 1.50 x $213 = $320 $159 50% 13 PM10
Encroachment and Project Improvement Inspection
Permits
14 Project Improvement Permit Inspections
a) Street Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements (Includes Signing & Striping)
varies varies
b) Storm Drain Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements
varies varies
c) Traffic Signal Inspection Fee varies varies
d) Landscape Inspection
i) Offsite varies varies
ii) Onsite
a) Residential (Each Lot) 0.50 $213 = $107 $184 173%
b) Non-Residential (Each Commercial or Common
Area)

1.00 $213 = $213 $368 173%
e) Survey Monument 1.00 x $213 = $213 $0 0%
15 Encroachment Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit 0.50 x $213 = $107 $92 86% 16 Encroachment Permit Inspections
a) Curb and Gutter (per 100 LF) 1.00 $213 $213 varies varies b) Driveway Approach
i) Residential 1.00 $213 $213 $159 75%
ii) Commercial 2.00 $213 $426 $318 75%
c) Excavation / Boring (per 100 LF) 4.00 $213 $852 varies varies d) Traffic Control Plan Review and Inspection (PW Only) 1.00 x $213 = $213 $159 75% e) Utility Cut 1.00 x $213 = $213 $159 75%
Appendix I: p. 79
1609
Fee Description
Grading Permit / PM10
10 Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit
11 Clear and Grub Permit
12 Grading Permit
a) Rough Grading including PM10 and SWPPP
b) Precise Grading including PM10 and SWPPP
c) Single Family Residential Final Grading
13 PM10
Encroachment and Project Improvement Inspection
Permits
14 Project Improvement Permit Inspections
a) Street Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements (Includes Signing & Striping)
b) Storm Drain Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements
c) Traffic Signal Inspection Fee
d) Landscape Inspection
i) Offsite
ii) Onsite
a) Residential (Each Lot)
b) Non-Residential (Each Commercial or Common
Area)
e) Survey Monument
15 Encroachment Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit 16 Encroachment Permit Inspections
a) Curb and Gutter (per 100 LF)
b) Driveway Approach
i) Residential
ii) Commercial
c) Excavation / Boring (per 100 LF)
d) Traffic Control Plan Review and Inspection (PW Only) e) Utility Cut
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Note
$168 53% $244 76% $320 100% each
$107 33% $213 67% $320 100% each
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$213 67% $266 83% $320 100% per lot
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$500 base fee +
2% x Valuation
$107 100% $107 100% $107 100% Each Lot
$213 100% $213 100% $213 100% Each Commercial
or Common Area
$71 33% $142 67% $213 100% Per Lot
$97 91% $102 95% $107 100% each
$213 100% $213 100% $213 100% per 100 LF
$177 83% $195 92% $213 100% per approach
$354 83% $390 92% $426 100% per approach
$852 100% $852 100% $852 100% per 100 LF
$177 83% $195 92% $213 100% per day
$177 83% $195 92% $213 100% per location
Appendix I: p. 80
1610
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
17 Research/Administrative
a) Bond Reduction Request (per bond) 10.00 x $213 = $2,130 $0 0% b) Final Inspection/Acceptance (per bond/deposit) 14.00 x $213 = $2,982 $0 0% c) Monumentation Release 3.00 x $213 = $639 $0 0%
d) Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) 4.00 x $213 = $852 $0 0% e) SIA - Time Extension 4.00 x $213 = $852 $0 0%
f) Assignment & Assumptions Agreement 8.00 x $213 = $1,704 $0 0% g) Flood Plain Research/FEMA App 4.00 x $213 = $852 $0 0% Reactivation of Permit
18 Reactivation of an Expired Permit
Technology Enhancement Fee
19 Technology Enhancement Fee (percent of permit) 7% 0% 0% 20 Transportation Permit
a) Annual
b) Single Event
21 Community Garden
a) Community Garden - Application 1.00 x $213 = $213 varies varies b) Re-key Fee varies varies
22 Self Hauler/Back Hauler
a) Initial 0.50 x $213 = $107 varies varies
b) Renewal 0.50 x $213 = $107 varies varies
Pod/Dumpster
23 Pod/Dumpster 1.00 x $213 = $213 varies varies
Appendix I: p. 81
1611
Fee Description
17 Research/Administrative
a) Bond Reduction Request (per bond)
b) Final Inspection/Acceptance (per bond/deposit)
c) Monumentation Release
d) Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA)
e) SIA - Time Extension
f) Assignment & Assumptions Agreement
g) Flood Plain Research/FEMA App
Reactivation of Permit
18 Reactivation of an Expired Permit
Technology Enhancement Fee
19 Technology Enhancement Fee (percent of permit)
20 Transportation Permit
a) Annual
b) Single Event
21 Community Garden
a) Community Garden - Application
b) Re-key Fee
22 Self Hauler/Back Hauler
a) Initial
b) Renewal
Pod/Dumpster
23 Pod/Dumpster
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Note
$710 33% $1,420 67% $2,130 100%
$994 33% $1,988 67% $2,982 100%
$213 33% $426 67% $639 100%
$284 33% $568 67% $852 100% per request
$284 33% $568 67% $852 100% per request
$568 33% $1,136 67% $1,704 100% per request
$284 33% $568 67% $852 100% per request
50% of Permit Fee 50% of Permit Fee 50% of Permit Fee
5% 72% 5% 72% 5% 72%
$90 $90 $90 each
$16 $16 $16 each
$50 23% $50 23% $50 23% each
$10 $10 $10 each
$80 75% $80 75% $80 75% each
$80 75% $80 75% $80 75% each
$213 100% $213 100% $213 100%
Appendix I: p. 82
1612
Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
24 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% 3% existing fee Other
25 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 existing fee
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 existing fee
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 existing fee
26 Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent) 1.00 x $213 = $213 varies varies 27 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum) 1.00 x $256 = $256 varies varies 28 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Time or More) (each) 0.50 x $213 = $107 varies varies 29 Missed inspection Fee 0.50 x $213 = $107 varies varies 30 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour)

0.50 x $213 = $107 varies varies
31 Refunds
a) Refunds for Plan Checks
i) If plan check has not begun
ii) If 1st plan check has begun
iii) If 2nd plan check has begun
iv) Past 2nd plan check
b) Refunds for Permits - Permit issued and no work has
commenced
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this 32 Schedule Development Engineering and Encroachment Personnel (per hour)

1.00 x $213 = $213 varies varies
33 City Attorney or Other Legal Review
34 Outside Service Providers (e.g., LAFCO, County,
Newspaper)
Appendix I: p. 83
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Fee Description
Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
24 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
Other
25 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F)
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11
26 Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent)
27 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum)
28 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Time or More) (each)
29 Missed inspection Fee
30 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour)
31 Refunds
a) Refunds for Plan Checks
i) If plan check has not begun
ii) If 1st plan check has begun
iii) If 2nd plan check has begun
iv) Past 2nd plan check
b) Refunds for Permits - Permit issued and no work has
commenced
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this 32 Schedule Development Engineering and Encroachment Personnel (per hour)
33 City Attorney or Other Legal Review
34 Outside Service Providers (e.g., LAFCO, County,
Newspaper)
Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Note
3% 100% 3% 100% 3% 100%
$0.07 $0.07 $0.07
$0.80 $0.80 $0.80
$0.11 $0.11 $0.11
$213 100% $213 100% $213 100% per hour
$256 100% $256 100% $256 100% per hour
$107 100% $107 100% $107 100% each [b]
$107 100% $107 100% $107 100% each
$107 100% $107 100% $107 100% per 1/2 hour
90% refund 90% refund 90% refund [c]
30% refund 30% refund 30% refund [c]
10% refund 10% refund 10% refund [c]
no refund no refund no refund [c]
Up to 50% of
original permit fee
Up to 50% of
original permit fee
Up to 50% of
original permit fee
[d]
$213 100% $213 100% $213 100%
100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% passthrough of actual
cost
100% passthrough of actual
cost
Appendix I: p. 84
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Fee Description Service Time Hourly Rate Cost of Service Current Fee Current
Cost Recovery
[e] Each deposit and/or fee listed in this schedule is based on the estimated number of hours required to perform a standard service request and the typical cost of services/materials required to perform the requested service. For service requests that are anticipated to require efforts, services, or materials, materially different than those typically required, the Department reserves the right to modify the initial deposit amount and/or use a time and materials billing methodology rather than a fixed fee for service. For fees calculated as a percentage of project valuation, valuation shall be based on engineer's cost estimate.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.
[a] Expedited Plan Review request is subject to City Engineer approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload. [b] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [c] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding a percentage of fees paid with the following
schedule. If any portion of the plan check fee has been paid out by the city to another agency or consultant for services rendered in connection with the plan check, no refund of that portion of the fee shall be made.
[d] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding of not more than 50% of fees paid when no work has been done under an issued permit. In no case shall the refund exceed the cost of services provided to date of cancellation of permit issuance.

Appendix I: p. 85
1615
Fee Description
[e] Each deposit and/or fee listed in this schedule is based on the estimated number of hours required to perform a standard service request and the typical cost of services/materials required to perform the requested service. For service requests that are anticipated to require efforts, services, or materials, materially different than those typically required, the Department reserves the right to modify the initial deposit amount and/or use a time and materials billing methodology rather than a fixed fee for service. For fees calculated as a percentage of project valuation, valuation shall be based on engineer's cost estimate.
* In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.
[a] Expedited Plan Review request is subject to City Engineer approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload. [b] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [c] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding a percentage of fees paid with the following
schedule. If any portion of the plan check fee has been paid out by the city to another agency or consultant for services rendered in connection with the plan check, no refund of that portion of the fee shall be made.
[d] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding of not more than 50% of fees paid when no work has been done under an issued permit. In no case shall the refund exceed the cost of services provided to date of cancellation of permit issuance.

Proposed Fee
Year 1
Cost Recovery
Year 1
Proposed Fee
Year 2
Cost Recovery
Year 2
Proposed Fee
Year 3
Cost Recovery
Year 3 Unit Note
Appendix I: p. 86
1616
User and Regulatory Fees
Cost of Service Calculations
General Plan Maintenance Fee
Appendix I: p. 87
1617
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Cost of Service Calculation - General Plan Update Fee
Estimated Expenditures
Description Total
Amortization /
Update
Frequency Annual Cost Notes
General Plan Update $ 2,000,000 20 $ 100,000 [a]
Housing Element $ 100,000 4 $ 25,000 [a]
Zoning Code $ 50,000 1 $ 50,000 [a]
In-House Maintenance $ 188,819 1 $ 188,819 [a]
Total $ 2,338,819 $ 363,819
Current Cost Recovery
Description Total Notes
Current Annual Building Permit Fee Revenue $ 900,000
Annual Revenue Requirement $ 363,819
General Plan Update Fee as % of Permit Fee 40.42%
Cost Recovery Analysis
Description Current Fee
Increase
Required for Full
Cost Recovery Cost of Svc
Proposed Cost
Recovery Proposed Fee Fee Change Notes
General Plan Maintenance Fee - % of Permit Fee 0.00% n/a 40% 7% 3% n/a - new Notes:
[a] Source: Conservative estimates of update costs. Amounts will likely be higher.

Appendix I: p. 88
1618
User and Regulatory Fees
Cost of Service Calculations
Technology Enhancement Fee
Appendix I: p. 89
1619
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Cost of Service Calculation - Technology Enhancement Fee Estimated Expenditures
# Description Total
Amortization /
Update Frequency Annual Cost Note
1 Software $50,000 1 $ 50,000 [a]
2 Hardware $50,000 10 $ 5,000 [a]
3 Implementation $500,000 10 $ 50,000 [a]
4 Contingency (10%) $50,000 10 $ 5,000 [a]
5 Total $650,000 $ 110,000
Estimated Base for Revenue
# Acct Desc Total Note
6 Fees With Tech Fee Applied $ 1,580,000 [b]
7 $ 1,580,000
Calculation of Fee at Full Cost Recovery
# Description Total
8 Annual Revenue Requirement $ 110,000
9 Estimated Annual Permit Fees $ 1,580,000
10 Technology Fee as a Percent of Permit Fee 7%
Cost Recovery Analysis
# Description Current Fee
Fee at Full Cost
Recovery Proposed Fee Notes
11 Technology Enhancement Fee n/a 7% 5%
Revenue Analysis
# Description Current Revenue
Revenue at Full
Cost Recovery
Revenue at
Targeted Fee
GF Subsidy at
Current Fee
GF Subsidy at
Proposed Fee
12 Technology Enhancement Fee n/a $110,000 $79,000 $ 110,000 $31,000 13 Cost Recovery % 72%
[a] Useful life and ongoing licensing costs, and annual revenues estimated by ClearSource. Amounts are intended to represent reasonable estimates. [b] Fee revenue will vary from year-to-year based on annual volume.

Appendix I: p. 90
1620
User and Regulatory Fees
Cost of Service Calculations
Allocation of Citywide Overhead
Appendix I: p. 91
1621
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Allocation of Citywide Overhead
Expenditures [a]
Description Annual Expenses Adjustment
Est Allocation for Fee
Study Purposes Indirect Direct Notes
4110 City Council $ 261,271 $ - $ 261,271 $ 261,271 $ - 4111 City Clerk $ 873,467 $ - $ 873,467 $ 873,467 $ -
4112 Legislative Advocacy $ 36,225 $ - $ 36,225 $ 36,225 $ - 4114 Elections $ 46,709 $ (46,709) $ - $ - $ -
4120 Legal $ 641,474 $ - $ 641,474 $ 641,474 $ -
4130 City Manager $ 974,498 $ - $ 974,498 $ 974,498 $ - 4134 Capital Projects $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4150 Finance and Audit $ 1,959,398 $ - $ 1,959,398 $ 1,959,398 $ - 4154 Human Resources $ 925,117 $ - $ 925,117 $ 925,117 $ - 4159 General Services $ 4,147,775 $ (4,147,775) $ - $ - $ - 4190 Information Technology $ 2,044,494 $ - $ 2,044,494 $ 2,044,494 $ - 4191 Unemployment Insurance $ 384 $ - $ 384 $ 384 $ -
4192 Insurance $ 655,010 $ - $ 655,010 $ 655,010 $ -
4199 Interfund Transfers $ 8,745,972 $ (8,745,972) $ - $ - $ - 4210 Police Services $ 19,322,538 $ - $ 19,322,538 $ - $ 19,322,538 4211 Community Safety $ 293,693 $ - $ 293,693 $ - $ 293,693 4212 Homelessness Service $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4230 Animal Regulation $ 305,581 $ - $ 305,581 $ - $ 305,581 4250 Traffic $ 365,832 $ - $ 365,832 $ - $ 365,832
4300 Public Works $ 2,266,195 $ - $ 2,266,195 $ - $ 2,266,195 4310 Streets $ 2,438,696 $ - $ 2,438,696 $ - $ 2,438,696 4311 Street Resurfacing $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4312 ADA Improvements $ 10,020 $ - $ 10,020 $ - $ 10,020 4313 Parking Lot Improvements $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4314 Street Resurfacing $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4315 Street Resurfacing $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4330 Corp Yard $ 121,315 $ - $ 121,315 $ 121,315 $ -
4331 Fleet $ 309,239 $ - $ 309,239 $ 309,239 $ -
4340 Building Maint $ 742,848 $ - $ 742,848 $ 742,848 $ - 4344 Portola Community Ctr $ 155,464 $ - $ 155,464 $ - $ 155,464 4396 NPDES $ 63,616 $ - $ 63,616 $ - $ 63,616
4416 Community Promotions $ 1,216,273 $ - $ 1,216,273 $ - $ 1,216,273 4417 Marketing $ 1,454,419 $ - $ 1,454,419 $ - $ 1,454,419 4419 Visitor Services $ 134,493 $ - $ 134,493 $ - $ 134,493 4420 Building and Safety $ 1,751,818 $ - $ 1,751,818 $ - $ 1,751,818 4421 Permit Center $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4422 Code Enforcement $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4430 Economic Development $ 1,083,828 $ - $ 1,083,828 $ - $ 1,083,828 4470 Community Development $ 2,643,452 $ - $ 2,643,452 $ - $ 2,643,452 4610 Parks and Recreation $ 1,481,177 $ - $ 1,481,177 $ - $ 1,481,177 4611 Park Maintenance $ 983,398 $ - $ 983,398 $ - $ 983,398 4614 Landscape Services $ 2,287,853 $ - $ 2,287,853 $ - $ 2,287,853 4618 Citywide Park Imps $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
4674 Civic Center Park Imps $ 89,800 $ - $ 89,800 $ - $ 89,800 4800 Contributions $ 572,641 $ (572,641) $ - $ - $ -
4950 Property Acquisition $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Total $ 61,405,983 $ (13,513,097) $ 47,892,886 $ 9,544,740 $ 38,348,146 Appendix I: p. 92
1622
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study
Allocation of Citywide Overhead
Estimated Citywide Indirect Cost Rate
Description Total
Indirect Costs $ 9,544,740
Direct Costs $ 38,348,146
Total 25%
* This represents a conservative indirect cost rate calculation. This estimate was developed for purposes of user and regulatory fee cost of service analysis. As part of day-to-day operations, staff may categorize, assign, or quantify indirect costs using different criteria and methods. [a] Source: Adopted budget.
[b] Direct operating expenses is basis for indirect cost rate calculation.

Appendix I: p. 93
1623

APPENDIX II

FEE SCHEDULE

THREE YEAR PHASE-IN
1624
Proposed Fee Schedule
Year One of Multi-Year Phase-In
Appendix II: p. 1
1625
Fee Type Page
Building Permit Fees 1
Planning 11
Engineering and Encroachment Permit Fees 16
City Fees Adopted Under Separate Resolution/Ordinance 23 City of Palm Desert
Schedule of User and Regulatory Fees
Appendix II: p. 2
1626
City of Palm Desert

Fee Description
Appendix II: p. 3
1627
City of Palm Desert

Appendix II: p. 6
1630
City of Palm Desert

Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 9
1633
City of Palm Desert

G. Building Plan Review Fees
Activity Description
When applicable, plan check fees shall be paid at the time of application for a building permit.

Appendix II: p. 10
1634
City of Palm Desert

Appendix II: p. 12
1636
City of Palm Desert

Appendix II: p. 17
1641
City of Palm Desert

Appendix II: p. 24
1648
City of Palm Desert

CITY FEES ADOPTED UNDER SEPARATE RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE
Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
1 Signalization RES 79-58
2 Park Dedication Fees ORD 1259
3 Childcare Facilities RES 05-79
4 Fuel Cell Permit RES 08-12
5 Job Valuation RES 83-073
6 Low Income Housing RES 90-130
7 Construction Fee ORD 216
8 Drainage Facilities ORD 218
9 Fire Protection & Equipment ORD 1073
10 Public Art ORD 473
11 Fire Impact ORD 1120
12 Haul Route Wear and Tear Fee ORD 1294
The following fees were not examined as part of the fee study but may be charged as part of the permit process
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 25
1649
Proposed Fee Schedule
Year Two of Multi-Year Phase-In
Appendix II: p. 26
1650
Fee Type Page
Building Permit Fees 1
Planning 11
Engineering and Encroachment Permit Fees 16
City Fees Adopted Under Separate Resolution/Ordinance 23 City of Palm Desert
Schedule of User and Regulatory Fees
Appendix II: p. 27
1651
City of Palm Desert

Fee Description
Appendix II: p. 28
1652
City of Palm Desert

Appendix II: p. 31
1655
City of Palm Desert

BUILDING FEES
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
Permit Fee CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
D. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
E. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
$292.56
C. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
Permit Fee
$89.00
$173.89
$233.22
$173.89
$233.22
$292.56
Permit Fee
$89.00
$173.89
$233.22
$292.56
$89.00
Appendix II: p. 33
1657
City of Palm Desert

Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 34
1658
City of Palm Desert

G. Building Plan Review Fees
Activity Description
When applicable, plan check fees shall be paid at the time of application for a building permit.

Appendix II: p. 35
1659
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Appendix II: p. 37
1661
City of Palm Desert

PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 N
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 N
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 N
62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
63 Annexation Actual Cost w/ $25,000 initial deposit N
64 Mailing / Noticing $300 Y
65 Street Name Change / Review $2,208 Y
66 Certificate of Use $134 Y
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New $79 Y
b) Renewal $71 Y
68 Zoning Letter $337 Y
69 Expedited Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [d] N
Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License $50 plus 1% of gross receipts per month N 71 Massage Establishment $320 Y
72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New $65 Y
b) Renewal $56 Y
73 Entertainment Site Plan $245 Y
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule 74 Planning (per hour) $184 Y
75 Code Enforcement (per hour) $144 Y
76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review 100% pass-through of actual cost N 77 Outside Service Providers 100% pass-through of actual cost N Appendix II: p. 41
1665
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Appendix II: p. 42
1666
City of Palm Desert

DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet $1,420 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $671 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $620 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $284 per sheet Y
b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet $1,420 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $284 per sheet Y
c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet $1,679 per sheet Y
ii) Each Lot $97 per lot Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $620 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $142 per sheet Y
d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial $1,333 per lot Y
ii) Revision $568 per lot Y
e) PM10
i) Initial Report $452 per report Y
ii) Revisions - per report $142 per report Y
f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,065 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $904 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet $2,130 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,491 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $904 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
Appendix II: p. 44
1668
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Appendix II: p. 49
1673
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CITY FEES ADOPTED UNDER SEPARATE RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE
Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
1 Signalization RES 79-58
2 Park Dedication Fees ORD 1259
3 Childcare Facilities RES 05-79
4 Fuel Cell Permit RES 08-12
5 Job Valuation RES 83-073
6 Low Income Housing RES 90-130
7 Construction Fee ORD 216
8 Drainage Facilities ORD 218
9 Fire Protection & Equipment ORD 1073
10 Public Art ORD 473
11 Fire Impact ORD 1120
12 Haul Route Wear and Tear Fee ORD 1294
The following fees were not examined as part of the fee study but may be charged as part of the permit process
Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 50
1674
Proposed Fee Schedule
Year Three of Multi-Year Phase-In
Appendix II: p. 51
1675
Fee Type Page
Building Permit Fees 1
Planning 11
Engineering and Encroachment Permit Fees 16
City Fees Adopted Under Separate Resolution/Ordinance 23 City of Palm Desert
Schedule of User and Regulatory Fees
Appendix II: p. 52
1676
City of Palm Desert

Fee Description
Appendix II: p. 53
1677
City of Palm Desert

Appendix II: p. 56
1680
City of Palm Desert

B. Permit Fee for New Construction and Additions (Includes Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical) Appendix II: p. 57
1681
City of Palm Desert

BUILDING FEES
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up N
Total
Valuation
Permit Fee CPI
Up to $2,000 N
$2,001 to $4,000 N
$4,001 to $10,000 N
$10,000 and up $356.00 N
Permit Fee
$267.00
$356.00
$89.00
$178.00
$267.00
E. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
$356.00
$89.00
$178.00
C. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
Permit Fee
$89.00
$178.00
$267.00
D. Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
Appendix II: p. 58
1682
City of Palm Desert

Activity Description
Appendix II: p. 59
1683
City of Palm Desert

G. Building Plan Review Fees
Activity Description
When applicable, plan check fees shall be paid at the time of application for a building permit.

Appendix II: p. 60
1684
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Appendix II: p. 62
1686
City of Palm Desert

PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 N
b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 N
c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 N
62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% N
63 Annexation Actual Cost w/ $25,000 initial deposit N
64 Mailing / Noticing $450 Y
65 Street Name Change / Review $3,312 Y
66 Certificate of Use $184 Y
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New $92 Y
b) Renewal $92 Y
68 Zoning Letter $368 Y
69 Expedited Review Fee 1.5x standard fee [d] N
Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License $50 plus 1% of gross receipts per month N 71 Massage Establishment $368 Y
72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New $72 Y
b) Renewal $72 Y
73 Entertainment Site Plan $368 Y
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule 74 Planning (per hour) $184 Y
75 Code Enforcement (per hour) $144 Y
76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review 100% pass-through of actual cost N 77 Outside Service Providers 100% pass-through of actual cost N Appendix II: p. 66
1690
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PLANNING FEES
Activity Description Fee Note CPI
* Any reference to acreage in the fees listed above should be interpreted as gross acres. [c] Fish and Wildlife recordation fees shall be paid separately. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application. [d] Request for expedited service is subject to Development Services Department Director approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload.
[a] Minor temporary use permit: indoor event; outdoor event with tents less 400 SF, no generators, or external electrical supply required; smallscale entertainment or amplified sound; pre-prepared food and packaged snacks and/or 1-2 food trucks; foldable and/or light-weight outdoor furniture; events with fewer than 100 project attendees. [b] Major temporary use permit: pyrotechnics and/or special effects display; fireworks permit; valet service required; live entertainment with amplified sound that requires a stage and seating/bleachers; road closures or substantial parking lot space occupied; large-scale food; City-owned property; events with 3+ vendors.

Appendix II: p. 67
1691
City of Palm Desert

DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING AND ENCROACHMENT FEES
Activity Description Fee Charge Basis Note CPI
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $426 per sheet Y
c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Lot $107 per lot Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $852 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $213 per sheet Y
d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial $1,651 per lot Y
ii) Revision $852 per lot Y
e) PM10
i) Initial Report $639 per report Y
ii) Revisions - per report $213 per report Y
f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet $1,704 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,065 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $639 per sheet Y
g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet $2,130 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $1,491 per sheet Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $1,278 per sheet Y
iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $639 per sheet Y
Appendix II: p. 69
1693
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Appendix II: p. 74
1698
City of Palm Desert

APPENDIX III

ILLUSTRATION OF CURRENT AND

PROPOSED FEES

THREE YEAR PHASE-IN
1700
Illustration of Current and Proposed Fees
Three Year Phase-In
Appendix III: p. 1
1701
Fee Type Page
Building Permit Fees 3
Planning 11
Engineering and Encroachment Permit Fees 16
City of Palm Desert
Schedule of User and Regulatory Fees
Appendix III: p. 2
1702
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Adjust
1 HVAC Change-Out - Residential $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 2 HVAC Change-Out - Commercial (per unit) $239 90% 100% $248 $258 $267 Y 3 Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit
a) Residential Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive)
$159 $256 $353 $450 [a] N
b) Above 15kW – per kW (All inclusive)
i) Base Fee $159 $256 $353 $450 [a] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 15kW $15 $15 $15 [a] N
4 Commercial Solar Photovoltaic System - Solar Permit (All inclusive)
a) 50kW or less $159 $439 $720 $1,000 [b] N
b) 50kW – 250kW
i) Base Fee $159 $439 $720 $1,000 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 50kW up to 250kW $0 $7 $7 $7 [b] N c) Above 250kW
i) Base Fee $159 $1,839 $2,120 $2,400 [b] N
ii) Fee per kW Above 250kW $0 $5 $5 $5 [b] N
5 Service Panel Upgrade - Residential $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 6 Service Panel Upgrade - Commercial $159 45% 100% $225 $290 $356 Y 7 EV Charger - Residential $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 8 EV Charger - Commercial $159 varies 100% See Permit Fee Table "B".

See Permit Fee Table
"B".

N
9 Water Heater Changeout - Residential $80 45% 100% $113 $145 $178 Y 10 Water Heater Changeout - Commercial $80 30% 100% $142 $205 $267 Y 11 Line Repair - Sewer / Water / Gas / Re-pipe $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 12 New Sewer Connection $184 69% 100% $212 $239 $267 Y
13 Residential Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $159 51% 100% $210 $261 $312 Y b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $0 0% 100% $30 $59 $89 Y 14 Commercial Re-Roof
a) Up to 2,000 SF (Re-Roof Area only) $318 65% 100% $375 $432 $490 Y b) Each Add'l 1,000 SF or fraction thereof $0 0% 100% $30 $59 $89 Y Activity Description
Appendix III: p. 3
1703
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
15 Demolition
a) Residential Single Family $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y b) Commercial $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y
c) Miscellaneous Non-Structural $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 16 Temporary Power Pole $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y
17 Swimming Pool/Spa
a) Residential Swimming Pool / Spa (Includes Remodel) $318 45% 100% $449 $581 $712 Y b) Commercial Swimming Pool/Spa (Each Pool) $318 27% 100% $598 $877 $1,157 Y c) Detached Spa / Water Feature $318 89% 100% $331 $343 $356 Y d) Commercial Pool Remodel $318 89% 100% $331 $343 $356 Y e) Equipment Change-out Alone $318 179% 100% $178 $178 $178 Y 18 Patio Cover/Carport- Residential (If engineered, plan check fee will apply)
a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $159 60% 100% $195 $231 $267 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $159 45% 100% $225 $290 $356 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $159 45% 100% $225 $290 $356 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $159 36% 100% $254 $350 $445 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 19 Patio Cover/Carport - Commercial (Per patio cover/carport) - Plan check fee applies
a) Standard (Wood/Metal Frame)
i) Up to 200 SF $159 45% 100% $225 $290 $356 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $159 36% 100% $254 $350 $445 Y
b) Upgraded (with electrical, fans, etc.)
i) Up to 200 SF $159 36% 100% $254 $350 $445 Y
ii) Greater than 200 SF $159 30% 100% $284 $409 $534 Y
c) Alteration to Existing (per patio/carport) $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 20 Window / Sliding Glass Door
a) Retrofit / Whole Replacement Only
i) Up to 5 $159 71% 100% $180 $201 $223 Y
ii) Each additional 5 $0 0% 100% $15 $30 $45 Y
b) New / Alteration - Plan check fee applies
i) First $159 51% 100% $210 $261 $312 Y
ii) Each additional $0 0% 100% $15 $30 $45 Y
21 Block/Masonry Wall (If engineered, plan check fee will apply) a) 0 - 100 ft $159 45% 100% $225 $290 $356 Y
b) Each Add'l 25 ft $0 0% 100% $15 $30 $45 Y
Appendix III: p. 4
1704
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
22 Trash Enclosure (per trash enclosure) $159 89% 100% $165 $172 $178 Y 23 Parking Lot Re-striping and Accessibility varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 Y 24 Appeals Board Application varies varies 100% $712 $712 $712 Y 25 Cell Site Application (plan check fees apply) varies varies 100% $401 $401 $401 Y 26 Cell Site Alteration (plan check fees apply) varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 Y 27 Sign Permit varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 Y
28 Temporary Tent Bleachers varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 Y 29 Tenant Improvement (Includes MEP)
a) 0 - 2,000 sq ft varies varies 100% $712 $712 $712 Y
b) Each Additional 500 sq ft varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 Y 30 Residential Remodel (Includes MEP)
a) 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 Y b) More than 1 Kitchen or 1 Bath
i) 0 - 200 sq ft varies varies 100% $356 $356 $356 Y
ii) Each Additional 100 sq ft varies varies 100% $89 $89 $89 Y ####
[a] California Government Code Section 66015(a)(1), establishes maximum fees for residential solar energy systems. For photovoltaic systems, fees shall not exceed $450 plus $15 per kW for each kilowatt above 15kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $450, plus $15 per kWth for each kilowatt thermal above 10kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance. [b] California Government Code Section 66015(b)(1), establishes maximum fees for commercial solar energy systems. Fees shall not exceed $1,000 for systems up to 50kW plus $7 per kilowatt for each kilowatt between 51kW and 250kW, plus $5 for each kilowatt above 250kW. For thermal systems, fees shall not exceed $1,000 up to the 30kWth, plus $7 per kWth for each kWth between the 30th and 260th kWth, plus $5 for each kWth above 260kWth. Fees in excess of these amounts require written findings and resolution or ordinance. * Additional fees may apply for plan review, as needed. Plan Review Fees are listed in Building Fees Section G (1).

Appendix III: p. 5
1705
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Adjust
Permit Fee for New Construction and Additions (Includes Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical)
1 $1 - $4,000 $166 93% 100% $170 $174 $178 N
2 $4,001 - $10,000 $166 93% 100% $170 $174 $178 N
3 $10,001 - $50,000 $166 47% 100% $229 $293 $356 N
4 $50,001 - $100,000 $343 32% 100% $585 $826 $1,068 N
5 $100,001 - $500,000 $687 39% 100% $1,052 $1,416 $1,780 N 6 $500,001 - $1,000,000 $2,414 75% 100% $2,678 $2,941 $3,204 N 7 $1,000,001 and up $4,829 97% 100% $4,881 $4,932 $4,984 N For permits requiring energy, or accessibility review, the following percentages shall be added to the base permit fee 1 Energy 0% 0% 100% 5% 5% 5% N
2 Accessibility 0% 0% 100% 5% 5% 5% N
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit
1 Up to $2,000 $166 186% 100% $89 $89 $89 N
2 $2,001 - $4,000 $166 93% 100% $170 $174 $178 N
3 $4,001 - $10,000 $166 62% 100% $199 $233 $267 N
4 $10,001 and up $166 47% 100% $229 $293 $356 N
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit
1 Up to $2,000 $166 186% 100% $89 $89 $89 N
2 $2,001 - $4,000 $166 93% 100% $170 $174 $178 N
3 $4,001 - $10,000 $166 62% 100% $199 $233 $267 N
4 $10,001 and up $166 47% 100% $229 $293 $356 N
Permit Fee for Stand-Alone Electrical Permit
1 Up to $2,000 $166 186% 100% $89 $89 $89 N
2 $2,001 - $4,000 $166 93% 100% $170 $174 $178 N
3 $4,001 - $10,000 $166 62% 100% $199 $233 $267 N
4 $10,001 and up $166 47% 100% $229 $293 $356 N
Activity Description
Appendix III: p. 6
1706
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Adjust
1 Stand-Alone or Combination Permit Fees (Alternative
Calculation)
a) One Inspection Required $166 186% 100% $89 $89 $89 Y b) Two Inspections Required $166 93% 100% $170 $174 $178 Y c) Three Inspections Required $166 62% 100% $199 $233 $267 Y d) Four Inspections Required $343 96% 100% $347 $352 $356 Y e) Each Additional Inspection $166 187% 100% $89 $89 $89 Y Activity Description
Appendix III: p. 7
1707
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Adjust
1 Plan Review Fees
a) Plan Review Fee, if applicable varies varies 100% 65% of Building Permit Fee
65% of Building Permit
Fee
65% of Building Permit
Fee
[a] N
b) Phased Plan Check (when applicable) varies varies 100% 1.5x full plan check fee for entire bldg

1.5x full plan check fee
for entire bldg

1.5x full plan check fee
for entire bldg
N
c) Expedited Plan Check (when applicable) varies varies 100% 1.5x standard plan check fee

1.5x standard plan
check fee

1.5x standard plan
check fee
N
d) Tract Homes, Condos, Apartments (Production Units) varies varies 100% 10% of standard plan check fee
10% of standard plan
check fee
10% of standard plan
check fee
[b] N
e) Alternate Materials and Materials Review varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 per hour Y f) Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent) varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 per hour Y g) Revisions of Approved Plans varies varies 100% $178 $178 $178 per hour Y h) Revisions that Add Scope varies varies 100% 65% of Added Building Permit Fee
65% of Added Building
Permit Fee
65% of Added Building
Permit Fee
[a] N
i) Standalone Plan Check varies varies 100% $89 $89 $89 per half hour Y Activity Description
[a] Includes up to three plan checks. The City will bill hourly for additional plan review required. [b] For identical buildings built by the same builder on the same lot or in the same tract and for which building permits are issued at the same time. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application.

Appendix III: p. 8
1708
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Adjust
1 Permit Processing Fee
a) Minor Permits 0% 100% $59 $119 $178 Y
b) New Construction/Tenant Improvements 0% 100% $134 $267 $401 Y 2 General Plan Maintenance Fee
(percent of building permit fee)
8% 3% 3% 3% [a] N
3 Technology Fee
(percent of permit fee)
72% 5% 5% 5% [b] N
4 Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee Calculation
a) Residential $0.50 or valuation x
.00013
$0.50 or valuation x
.00013
$0.50 or valuation x
.00013
[c] N
b) Commercial $0.50 or valuation x
.00028
$0.50 or valuation x
.00028
$0.50 or valuation x
.00028
[c] N
5 Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation (Valuation) a) $1 - $25,000 $1 $1 $1 [c] N
b) $25,001 - $50,000 $2 $2 $2 [c] N
c) $50,001 - $75,000 $3 $3 $3 [c] N
d) $75,001 - $100,000 $4 $4 $4 [c] N
e) Each Add'l $25,000 or fraction thereof Add $1 Add $1 Add $1 [c] N 6 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% existing fee 100% 3% 3% 3% N 7 Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (per 30 Days) 100% $178 $356 $534 Y 8 Sewer Certificate of Compliance 100% $119 $237 $356 Y 9 Renew for Final, Courtesy Inspection
(Meter Release without a Permit, Non-Emergency Inspection Requests)
100% $89 $178 $267 Y
10 Addressing - Residential Or Commercial (Per
Unit/Lot/Meter/Cell Sites) Includes New Addressing And
Changes
100% $89 $89 $89 Y
11 Building Official Variance Consideration (per hour) 100% $178 $178 $178 Y Copies, Re-Print, Change Of Contractor
12 Job Card / Permit Re-Print 100% $20 $39 $59 Y
13 Change Of Contractor 100% $30 $59 $89 Y
Violation Fees
14 Work Without a Permit 2x building
permit fee
2x building
permit fee
2x building
permit fee
N
Activity Description
Appendix III: p. 9
1709
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - BUILDING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
Other Fees
15 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 existing fee $0.07 $0.07 $0.07 Y b) 24 x 36 per sheet $0.80 existing fee $0.80 $0.80 $0.80 Y c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 existing fee $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Y 16 Phased Inspection Fee (per inspection) 100% $89 $89 $89 Y 17 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum) 100% $214 $214 $214 Y 18 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Re-inspection or More) (each) 100% $89 $89 $89 [d] Y 19 Missed inspection Fee 100% $89 $89 $89 Y
20 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour) 100% $89 $89 $89 Y 21 Compliance Inspection Fee 100% $178 $178 $178 Y
22 Special / Other Inspection Fee 100% $178 $178 $178 Y 23 Mobile Home Permit Fees 100% See Title 25 of CA Code of Regulations
See Title 25 of CA Code
of Regulations
See Title 25 of CA Code
of Regulations
[c] N
24 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee within 1 year from Expiration 100% 50% of building permit/plan check fees
50% of building
permit/plan check fees
50% of building
permit/plan check fees
N
25 Permit/Plan Check Renewal Fee over 1 year from Expiration 100% 100% of building permit/plan check fees
100% of building
permit/plan check fees
100% of building
permit/plan check fees
N
26 Refunds
a) Fees Erroneously Paid or Collected by the City 100% 100% refund 100% refund 100% refund [e] N b) Fees Prior to Work Being Commenced 100% up to 80% refund up to 80% refund up to 80% refund [f] N c) 180 Days After Payment of Fees 100% no refund no refund no refund [g] N [f] No fees are refundable once the work covered by them is commenced. [g] Whether work has commenced or not, no fees are refundable more than 180 days after their payment. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application. [a] Fee applies to all building permits (e.g., new construction, additions, tenant improvements, etc.), but not mechanical, electrical, or plumbing permits. [b] Fee applies to all permits (e.g., building permits, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits). [d] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [e] The Building Official may authorize refunding of any fee paid, or portion thereof, which was erroneously paid or collected by the city. [c] Fees established by the State of California.

Appendix III: p. 10
1710
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - PLANNING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Adjust
Use Permit
1 Administrative Use Permit $345 16% 100% $966 $1,587 $2,208 Y 2 Conditional Use Permit $2,894 41% 100% $4,260 $5,626 $6,992 Y 3 Temporary Use Permit
a) Minor Temporary Use Permit [a]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status $0 0% 0% No Charge No Charge No Charge N ii) All Others $87 12% 100% $303 $520 $736 Y
b) Major Temporary Use Permit [b]
i) Non-Profit with 501(c)3 tax status $0 0% 10% $184 $184 $184 Y ii) All Others $87 5% 100% $671 $1,256 $1,840 Y
Architectural Review / Site Development Review
4 Single-Family/Duplex Permit $226 8% 100% $1,071 $1,915 $2,760 Y 5 Residential - Fence and Wall Exceptions $226 14% 100% $703 $1,179 $1,656 Y 6 RV Parking - With Appeal $0 0% 100% $245 $491 $736 Y
7 Commercial (façade revision/modification / awning
replacement)
$531 16% 100% $1,458 $2,385 $3,312 Y
8 New Commercial with Prior Entitlement $531 16% 100% $1,458 $2,385 $3,312 Y 9 Residential Tract, Multifamily Residential, and/or Mixed Use $226 5% 100% $1,745 $3,265 $4,784 Y Precise Plan / Preliminary Development Plan
10 Precise Plan - Up to 5 Acres $2,894 28% 100% $5,425 $7,957 $10,488 Y 11 Precise Plan - More than 5 Acres $2,894 20% 100% $6,775 $10,655 $14,536 Y Modification of Precise Plan / Conditional Use Permit
12 Modification - Revised Permit $2,894 44% 100% $4,137 $5,381 $6,624 Y 13 Substantial Conformance - Director Determination $0 0% 100% $1,104 $2,208 $3,312 Y Landscape Plan
14 Onsite Landscape Plans $531 29% 100% $967 $1,404 $1,840 Y 15 Offsite Landscape Plans $531 21% 100% $1,213 $1,894 $2,576 Y Housing
16 Senate Bill (SB) 330 Application Review $0 0% 100% $613 $1,227 $1,840 Y Pre-Application
17 Pre-Application $0 0% 0% No Charge No Charge No Charge N Activity Description
Appendix III: p. 11
1711
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - PLANNING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
Development Agreement
18 Development Agreement Review
a) Base Fee $3,004 41% 100% $4,456 $5,908 $7,360 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $10,000 100% 100% $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 N 19 Development Agreement Amendment
a) Base Fee $0 0% 100% $1,717 $3,435 $5,152 Y
b) Plus, Time & Materials Deposit for Legal Review $0 0% 100% $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 N Environmental Review
20 Categorical Exemption $0 0% 100% $123 $245 $368 [c] Y 21 Initial Study / Addendum / Subsequent / Streamlined $276 5% 100% $2,024 $3,772 $5,520 [c] Y 22 Initial Study / Negative Declaration / Mitigated Neg.

Declaration
$276 3% 100% $2,944 $5,612 $8,280 [c] Y
23 Environmental Impact Report Review Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with $10,000
100% 100% $11,960 $11,960 $11,960 [c] Y
24 Deposit for Third Party Review or In-House Preparation of CEQA Documents, As Needed (In addition to Fees Shown
Above)
Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with $10,000
Initial Deposit
100% 100% Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with $10,000
Initial Deposit
Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with $10,000
Initial Deposit
Pass-Through of
Actuals, plus 10%
Admin, with $10,000
Initial Deposit
[c] N
Variance
25 Adjustment $167 9% 100% $725 $1,282 $1,840 Y
26 Variance $2,924 79% 100% $3,176 $3,428 $3,680 Y
Special Event Permit
27 Special Event Permit $0 0% 100% $153 $307 $460 Y
28 Drone / Film / Still Photography $25 5% 100% $201 $376 $552 Y Signs
29 Temporary Signage Permit $35 38% 100% $54 $73 $92 Y
30 Sign Permit $98 53% 100% $127 $155 $184 Y
31 Sign Program Review (with ARC Review) $393 13% 100% $1,243 $2,094 $2,944 Y 32 ARC Sign Design Review - Monument Signs and Sign Design $393 27% 100% $753 $1,112 $1,472 Y 33 Sign Program Amendment $393 18% 100% $998 $1,603 $2,208 Y Subdivision / Tentative Parcel Map
34 Tentative Parcel Map (4 or less parcels / commercial) $1,203 28% 100% $2,213 $3,222 $4,232 Y 35 Tentative Parcel Map Revision $1,203 38% 100% $1,845 $2,486 $3,128 Y Appendix III: p. 12
1712
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - PLANNING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
Subdivision / Tentative Tract Map (5 or more parcels)
36 Up to 20 acres $3,308 43% 100% $4,781 $6,255 $7,728 Y 37 More than 20 acres $3,308 28% 100% $6,131 $8,953 $11,776 Y 38 Tentative Tract Map Revision $3,308 58% 100% $4,107 $4,905 $5,704 Y 39 Tentative Condominium Map $3,308 43% 100% $4,781 $6,255 $7,728 Y Time Extensions
40 Staff Review $0 0% 100% $491 $981 $1,472 Y
41 Planning Commission Review $0 0% 100% $736 $1,472 $2,208 Y 42 City Council Review $0 0% 100% $981 $1,963 $2,944 Y
General / Specific Plans
43 General Plan Amendment $2,007 17% 100% $5,263 $8,520 $11,776 Y 44 General Plan Text Amendment $125 2% 100% $2,046 $3,967 $5,888 Y 45 Zone Change $2,007 27% 100% $3,791 $5,576 $7,360 Y
46 Zoning Text Amendment $0 0% 100% $2,453 $4,907 $7,360 Y 47 Specific Plan $0 0% 100% $4,907 $9,813 $14,720 Y
48 Specific Plan Amendment $0 0% 100% $2,453 $4,907 $7,360 Y Historic Preservation
49 Historical Landmark / District Designation $0 0% 0% No Charge No Charge No Charge N 50 Mills Act $318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
varies 100% $318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
$318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
$318 application;
$1,000 contract
initiation
N
51 Certificate Of Appropriateness $0 0% 0% No Charge No Charge No Charge N Appeals
52 Appeal to Director of Development Services (per appeal) $276 25% 25% $276 $276 $276 Y 53 Appeal to Planning Commission (per appeal) $276 13% 13% $276 $276 $276 Y 54 Appeal to City Council (per appeal) $276 13% 13% $276 $276 $276 Y Appendix III: p. 13
1713
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - PLANNING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
Zoning Plan Review
55 Alterations/Additions - Residential $0 0% 100% $61 $123 $184 Y 56 New Construction - Single Family Residential $0 0% 100% $92 $184 $276 Y 57 New Construction - 2-4 Residential Units $0 0% 100% $123 $245 $368 Y 58 New Construction - 5+ Residential Units $0 0% 100% $245 $491 $736 Y 59 New Construction - Non-Residential $0 0% 100% $184 $368 $552 Y 60 Alterations/Additions - Non-Residential $0 0% 100% $61 $123 $184 Y Miscellaneous
61 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 existing fee $0.07 $0.07 $0.07 Y b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 existing fee $0.80 $0.80 $0.80 Y c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 existing fee $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Y 62 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% existing fee 100% 3% 3% 3% N 63 Annexation varies varies 100% Actual Cost w/
$25,000 initial deposit
Actual Cost w/
$25,000 initial deposit
Actual Cost w/
$25,000 initial deposit
N
64 Mailing / Noticing $0 0% 100% $150 $300 $450 Y
65 Street Name Change / Review $0 0% 100% $1,104 $2,208 $3,312 Y 66 Certificate of Use $35 19% 100% $85 $134 $184 Y
67 Home Occupation Permit
a) New $54 59% 100% $67 $79 $92 Y
b) Renewal $29 32% 100% $50 $71 $92 Y
68 Zoning Letter $276 75% 100% $307 $337 $368 Y
69 Expedited Review Fee 1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee [d] N Regulatory Permit Review
70 Bingo License $50 plus 1% of gross
receipts per month
n/a - not examined as
part of study
n/a - not examined as
part of study
$50 plus 1% of gross
receipts per month
$50 plus 1% of gross
receipts per month
$50 plus 1% of gross
receipts per month
N
71 Massage Establishment $225 61% 100% $273 $320 $368 Y 72 Valet Parking Permit
a) New $50 69% 100% $57 $65 $72 Y
b) Renewal $25 35% 100% $41 $56 $72 Y
73 Entertainment Site Plan $0 0% 100% $123 $245 $368 Y
Appendix III: p. 14
1714
City of Palm Desert

BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - PLANNING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule
74 Planning (per hour) varies varies 100% $184 $184 $184 Y 75 Code Enforcement (per hour) varies varies 100% $144 $144 $144 Y 76 City Attorney or Other Legal Review varies varies 100% 100% pass-through of actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
N
77 Outside Service Providers varies varies 100% 100% pass-through of actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
N
[b] Major temporary use permit: pyrotechnics and/or special effects display; fireworks permit; valet service required; live entertainment with amplified sound that requires a stage and seating/bleachers; road closures or substantial parking lot space occupied; large-scale food; City-owned property; events with 3+ vendors.
[c] Fish and Wildlife recordation fees shall be paid separately. [d] Request for expedited service is subject to Development Services Department Director approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application. * Any reference to acreage in the fees listed above should be interpreted as gross acres. [a] Minor temporary use permit: indoor event; outdoor event with tents less 400 SF, no generators, or external electrical supply required; small-scale entertainment or amplified sound; pre-prepared food and packaged snacks and/or 1-2 food trucks; foldable and/or lightweight outdoor furniture; events with fewer than 100 project attendees.

Appendix III: p. 15
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BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - ENGINEERING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Adjust
Land Subdivision
1 Parcel Map:
a) Final Parcel Map
i) Base Fee $1,253 74% 100% $1,403 $1,554 $1,704 per map Y ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $125 59% 100% $154 $184 $213 per lot Y b) Final Parcel Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $155 18% 100% $387 $620 $852 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $0 0% 100% $71 $142 $213 per lot Y c) Substantial Conformance Review $1,628 96% 100% $1,653 $1,679 $1,704 each Y 2 Tract Map:
a) Final Tract Map
i) Base Fee $1,253 74% 100% $1,403 $1,554 $1,704 per map Y ii) Plus, Fee for Each Numbered Lot $125 117% 100% $107 $107 $107 per lot Y b) Final Tract Map - Amendment
i) Base Fee $155 9% 100% $671 $1,188 $1,704 per map Y
ii) Plus, Fee for Each Affected Lot $0 0% 100% $36 $71 $107 per lot Y c) Substantial Conformance Review $5,003 196% 100% $2,556 $2,556 $2,556 each Y 3 Reversion to Acreage:
a) Initial Sheet $0 0% 100% $426 $852 $1,278 per sheet Y b) Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $213 $426 $639 per sheet Y 4 Lot Line Adjustment/Parcel Merger
a) Lot Line Adjustment $810 25% 100% $1,641 $2,471 $3,302 per request Y b) Parcel Merger $810 25% 100% $1,641 $2,471 $3,302 per request Y 5 Street Dedication/Vacation
a) Land Action Documents
(ROW/Easements/Grant Deeds)
$468 27% 100% $880 $1,292 $1,704 per request Y
b) Vacation of Street/Public ROW $1,496 44% 100% $2,133 $2,771 $3,408 per request Y 6 Land Survey
a) Record of Survey $0 0% 100% $408 $817 $1,225 per request Y b) Certificate of Correction $0 0% 100% $408 $817 $1,225 per request Y Activity Description
Appendix III: p. 16
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BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - ENGINEERING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
Grading / Project Improvements
7 Plan Review (First 3 Reviews):
a) Rough Grading
i) Initial Sheet $853 50% 100% $1,137 $1,420 $1,704 per sheet Y ii) Each Additional Sheet $310 36% 100% $491 $671 $852 per sheet Y iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $155 18% 100% $387 $620 $852 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $142 $284 $426 per sheet Y b) Precise Grading - Commercial
i) Initial Sheet $853 50% 100% $1,137 $1,420 $1,704 per sheet Y ii) Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $426 $852 $1,278 per sheet Y iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $0 0% 100% $426 $852 $1,278 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $142 $284 $426 per sheet Y c) Precise Grading - Tract Homes
i) Initial Sheet $1,628 96% 100% $1,653 $1,679 $1,704 per sheet Y ii) Each Lot $78 73% 100% $88 $97 $107 per lot Y
iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $155 18% 100% $387 $620 $852 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $71 $142 $213 per sheet Y d) Precise Grading - Custom Home
i) Initial $698 42% 100% $1,016 $1,333 $1,651 per lot Y ii) Revision $0 0% 100% $284 $568 $852 per lot Y
e) PM10
i) Initial Report $78 12% 100% $265 $452 $639 per report Y ii) Revisions - per report $0 0% 100% $71 $142 $213 per report Y f) Street Improvements
i) Initial Sheet varies varies 100% $1,704 $1,704 $1,704 per sheet Y ii) Each Additional Sheet varies varies 100% $1,065 $1,065 $1,065 per sheet Y iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $155 12% 100% $529 $904 $1,278 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $213 $426 $639 per sheet Y g) Storm Drain
i) Initial Sheet varies varies 100% $2,130 $2,130 $2,130 per sheet Y ii) Each Additional Sheet varies varies 100% $1,491 $1,491 $1,491 per sheet Y iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $155 12% 100% $529 $904 $1,278 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $213 $426 $639 per sheet Y h) Signing and Striping
i) Initial Sheet $1,110 63% 100% $1,326 $1,542 $1,757 per sheet Y ii) Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $284 $568 $852 per sheet Y iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $155 18% 100% $387 $620 $852 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $142 $284 $426 per sheet Y i) Traffic Signal
i) Initial Sheet $1,480 87% 100% $1,555 $1,629 $1,704 per sheet Y ii) Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $355 $710 $1,065 per sheet Y iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $155 13% 100% $512 $868 $1,225 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $284 $568 $852 per sheet Y j) Traffic Control Plan $159 448% 100% $36 $36 $36 per sheet Y Appendix III: p. 17
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BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - ENGINEERING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
k) Record Drawings/As Built Review
i) Initial Sheet $0 0% 100% $142 $284 $426 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $36 $71 $107 per sheet Y l) Hydrology Report
i) Initial Report $742 35% 100% $1,205 $1,667 $2,130 per report Y ii) Revisions $155 15% 100% $458 $762 $1,065 per report Y m) Traffic Study $0 0% 100% $604 $1,207 $1,811 per study Y n) WQMP Report
i) With Prior Entitlement $3,700 248% 100% $1,491 $1,491 $1,491 per report Y ii) Without Prior Entitlement $3,700 97% 100% $3,745 $3,789 $3,834 per report Y iii) Revisions $155 18% 100% $387 $620 $852 per report Y o) SWPPP / Erosion Control
i) Initial Plan $176 10% 100% $685 $1,195 $1,704 per plan Y ii) Revisions $155 22% 100% $334 $513 $692 per plan Y
p) Public Sewer and/or Water Only
i) Initial Sheet $0 0% 100% $71 $142 $213 per sheet Y
ii) Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 100% $36 $71 $107 per sheet Y iii) Revisions - Initial Sheet $0 0% 0% $0 $0 $0 per sheet Y iv) Revisions - Each Additional Sheet $0 0% 0% $0 $0 $0 per sheet Y 8 Plan Review (>3 Reviews) $0 0% 100% $213 $213 $213 per hour Y 9 Expedited Plan Review Fee 1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee 1.5x standard fee [a] N Grading Permit / PM10
10 Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $92 29% 100% $168 $244 $320 each Y 11 Clear and Grub Permit $0 0% 100% $107 $213 $320 each Y 12 Grading Permit
a) Rough Grading including PM10 and SWPPP varies varies $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
N
b) Precise Grading including PM10 and SWPPP varies varies $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
N
c) Single Family Residential Final Grading $159 50% 100% $213 $266 $320 per lot Y 13 PM10 $500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
N
Appendix III: p. 18
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BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - ENGINEERING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
Encroachment and Project Improvement Inspection Permits 14 Project Improvement Permit Inspections
a) Street Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site Improvements (Includes Signing & Striping)
varies varies $500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
N
b) Storm Drain Inspection Fee: On-Site and Off-Site
Improvements
varies varies $500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
N
c) Traffic Signal Inspection Fee varies varies $500 base fee + 2% x Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
N
d) Landscape Inspection
i) Offsite varies varies $500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
$500 base fee + 2% x
Valuation
N
ii) Onsite
a) Residential (Each Lot) $184 173% 100% $107 $107 $107 Each Lot Y b) Non-Residential (Each Commercial or Common
Area)
$368 173% 100% $213 $213 $213 Each Commercial or
Common Area
Y
e) Survey Monument $0 0% 100% $71 $142 $213 Per Lot Y
15 Encroachment Permit Processing / Renew Expired Permit $92 86% 100% $97 $102 $107 each Y 16 Encroachment Permit Inspections
a) Curb and Gutter (per 100 LF) varies varies 100% $213 $213 $213 per 100 LF Y b) Driveway Approach
i) Residential $159 75% 100% $177 $195 $213 per approach Y ii) Commercial $318 75% 100% $354 $390 $426 per approach Y c) Excavation / Boring (per 100 LF) varies varies 100% $852 $852 $852 per 100 LF Y d) Traffic Control Plan Review and Inspection (PW Only) $159 75% 100% $177 $195 $213 per day Y e) Utility Cut $159 75% 100% $177 $195 $213 per location Y 17 Research/Administrative
a) Bond Reduction Request (per bond) $0 0% 100% $710 $1,420 $2,130 Y b) Final Inspection/Acceptance (per bond/deposit) $0 0% 100% $994 $1,988 $2,982 Y c) Monumentation Release $0 0% 100% $213 $426 $639 Y
d) Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) $0 0% 100% $284 $568 $852 per request Y e) SIA - Time Extension $0 0% 100% $284 $568 $852 per request Y f) Assignment & Assumptions Agreement $0 0% 100% $568 $1,136 $1,704 per request Y g) Flood Plain Research/FEMA App $0 0% 100% $284 $568 $852 per request Y Reactivation of Permit
18 Reactivation of an Expired Permit 50% of Permit Fee 50% of Permit Fee 50% of Permit Fee N Technology Enhancement Fee
19 Technology Enhancement Fee (percent of permit) $0 0% 72% 5% 5% 5% N 20 Transportation Permit
a) Annual $90 $90 $90 each N
b) Single Event $16 $16 $16 each N
Appendix III: p. 19
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BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - ENGINEERING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
21 Community Garden
a) Community Garden - Application varies varies 23% $50 $50 $50 each N b) Re-key Fee varies varies $10 $10 $10 each N
22 Self Hauler/Back Hauler
a) Initial varies varies 75% $80 $80 $80 each Y
b) Renewal varies varies 75% $80 $80 $80 each Y
Pod/Dumpster
23 Pod/Dumpster varies varies 100% $213 $213 $213 Y
Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee
24 Credit Card Transaction Processing Fee 3% existing fee 100% 3% 3% 3% N Other
25 Digitization Fee
a) 8.5 x 11 up to 11 x 17 per sheet $0.07 existing fee $0.07 $0.07 $0.07 Y b) 24 x 36 per sheet (D, D, E & F) $0.80 existing fee $0.80 $0.80 $0.80 Y c) Color photos up to 8.5 x 11 $0.11 existing fee $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Y 26 Excess Plan Review Fee (4th and subsequent) varies varies 100% $213 $213 $213 per hour Y 27 After Hours Inspection (per hour) (2-hour minimum) varies varies 100% $256 $256 $256 per hour Y 28 Re-inspection Fee (2nd Time or More) (each) varies varies 100% $107 $107 $107 each [b] Y 29 Missed inspection Fee varies varies 100% $107 $107 $107 each Y 30 Fees for Services Not Listed in this Fee Schedule (per 1/2 hour) varies varies 100% $107 $107 $107 per 1/2 hour Y 31 Refunds
a) Refunds for Plan Checks
i) If plan check has not begun 90% refund 90% refund 90% refund [c] N ii) If 1st plan check has begun 30% refund 30% refund 30% refund [c] N iii) If 2nd plan check has begun 10% refund 10% refund 10% refund [c] N iv) Past 2nd plan check no refund no refund no refund [c] N b) Refunds for Permits - Permit issued and no work has
commenced
Up to 50% of original
permit fee
Up to 50% of original
permit fee
Up to 50% of original
permit fee
[d] N
Hourly Rate for Services Not Identified Elsewhere in this Schedule
32 Development Engineering and Encroachment Personnel (per hour)
varies varies 100% $213 $213 $213 Y
33 City Attorney or Other Legal Review 100% pass-through of actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
N
34 Outside Service Providers (e.g., LAFCO, County, Newspaper) 100% pass-through of actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
100% pass-through of
actual cost
N
Appendix III: p. 20
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BEFORE AND AFTER ILLUSTRATION - ENGINEERING FEES
Current Fee
Current
Cost Recovery
Target
Cost Recovery
Year 1 Phase-In
FY 25/26
Year 2 Phase-In
FY 26/27
Year 3 Phase-In
FY 27/28 Charge Basis Note
CPI
Activity Description Adjust
[b] Reinspection fee applies after the first re-inspection. [c] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding a percentage of fees paid with the following schedule. If any portion of the plan check fee has been paid out by the city to another agency or consultant for services rendered in connection with the plan check, no refund of that portion of the fee shall be made. [d] Upon request of the applicant, the director may authorize refunding of not more than 50% of fees paid when no work has been done under an issued permit. In no case shall the refund exceed the cost of services provided to date of cancellation of permit issuance. [e] Each deposit and/or fee listed in this schedule is based on the estimated number of hours required to perform a standard service request and the typical cost of services/materials required to perform the requested service. For service requests that are anticipated to require efforts, services, or materials, materially different than those typically required, the Department reserves the right to modify the initial deposit amount and/or use a time and materials billing methodology rather than a fixed fee for service. For fees calculated as a percentage of project valuation, valuation shall be based on engineer's cost estimate. * In addition to the fees identified in this schedule, the City will pass-through to the applicant any direct costs incurred from the use of outside service providers required to process the specific application. [a] Expedited Plan Review request is subject to City Engineer approval. It is dependent on staff availability and workload.

Appendix III: p. 21
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C I T Y O F P A L M D E S E R T
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260-2578
TEL: 760-776-6483
[email protected]

CITY OF PALM DESERT

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

ADOPTION OF USER AND REGULATORY FEES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BEFORE THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, TO CONSIDER ADOPTING A

RESOLUTION REVISING THE USER AND REGULATORY FEES FOR VARIOUS CITY

SERVICES
PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City Council will consider a proposed fee schedule update to revise the user and regulatory fees for various City services. The fees support essential services that ensure safe, organized, and visually cohesive development across the City. Updates to the user and regulatory fees are needed to help recover the costs of providing critical functions for the City of Palm Desert. The last comprehensive update to the fee schedule was completed in 2012.

PUBLIC HEARING: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, will hold a Public Hearing at its meeting on August 28, 2025. The City Council meeting begins at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California.

Pursuant to Assembly Bill 2449, this meeting may be conducted as a hybrid meeting allowing public access via teleconference or in person. Options for remote participation will be listed on the Posted Agenda for the meeting at https://www.palmdesert.gov/connect/city-council.

COMMENT ON THIS APPLICATION: Those wishing to comment on this application may either appear in person at the public hearing or submit written comments, which must be received by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the hearing. Written comments should be sent to the City of Palm Desert at 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260, Attention: City Clerk, or emailed to:

[email protected].

Any challenge of the proposed project in court may be limited to raising only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City Clerk at or prior to the public hearing. (Government Code Section 65009[b][2]).

Si necesita ayuda con esta notificación por favor llame a la Ciudad de Palm Desert y comuníquese con Damian Olivares (760) 346-0611.

PUBLISH: THE DESERT SUN ANTHONY MEJIA, MMC, CITY CLERK
AUGUST 15, 2025 CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
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C I T Y O F P A L M D E S E R T
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260-2578
TEL: 760-776-6483
[email protected]

CITY OF PALM DESERT

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

ADOPTION OF USER AND REGULATORY FEES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BEFORE THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, TO CONSIDER ADOPTING A

RESOLUTION REVISING THE USER AND REGULATORY FEES FOR VARIOUS CITY

[email protected].

Si necesita ayuda con esta notificación por favor llame a la Ciudad de Palm Desert y comuníquese con Damian Olivares (760) 346-0611.

PUBLISH: THE DESERT SUN ANTHONY MEJIA, MMC, CITY CLERK
AUGUST 21, 2025 CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
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C I T Y O F P A L M D E S E R T
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260-2578
TEL: 760-346-0611
[email protected]
May 16, 2025

VIA EMAIL
City of Palm Desert
User and Regulatory Fee Study – Development Services
Executive Summary
Dear Residents and Stakeholders,
We’re reaching out to share important updates about the City of Palm Desert’s Development Services Fees. These fees support essential services that ensure safe, organized, and visually cohesive development across our community. Services covered include project entitlement reviews, planning and permitting, map reviews, inspections, and building plan checks. The fees help the City recover the costs of providing these critical functions in line with Palm Desert’s vision for responsible growth.

The last comprehensive update to these fees was completed in 2012. Since then, the cost of providing services has increased due to inflation and other factors, while the fees have remained relatively unchanged. To address this, the City engaged ClearSource Financial Consulting to conduct a User and Regulatory Cost of Service Study.

This study was undertaken to:
• Ensure fees accurately reflect the cost of services provided; • Identify appropriate cost recovery rates;
• Evaluate fees compared to neighboring agencies; and
• Establish a structured, transparent process for future fee reviews.

Key Findings:
• Most development-related fees should target full cost recovery to ensure that private projects are not subsidized by general City funds.
• Palm Desert currently charges lower fees than many cities in the region. 1726
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