Chapter 12.06
Permit Fees
Sections:
12.06.030 Expiration of permits.
12.06.010 Policy and purpose.
(a) The City Council now establishes the following fee schedules to provide for a fair and consistent permitting procedure.
(b) The City Council wishes to provide the ability to calculate valuation for altered and remodeled structures at a lower per square foot value than new construction to not penalize individual homeowners who wish to remodel their homes. (Ord. 97-558 § 1).
12.06.020 Fees.
The following fee structure will be used:
(a) Building Permit Fees. Permit fees based on valuation shall be as set forth in DMC 2.04.010:
(1) New construction and additions to existing structures shall be valued at the per square foot valuation as set forth in DMC 2.04.010.
(2) Altered or Remodeled Structures. A permit for alterations and remodels shall be required in the City of DuPont. Fees shall be based on valuation as set forth in DMC 2.04.010, modified as follows:
(A) Each of the following elements which are affected by the alteration shall have the percentages added together and multiplied by the per square foot valuation for that type of construction and occupancy; or
|
ITEM |
% |
|
Foundation |
10 |
|
Exterior Structural |
20 |
|
Roofing |
5 |
|
Interior Structural |
10 |
|
Interior Finish |
20 |
(B) A copy of a valid contract signed by the property owner and a contractor registered by the State of Washington.
(b) Mechanical Permits. Permits issued under the authority of the International Mechanical Code shall have fees as set forth in DMC 2.04.010.
(c) Plumbing Permits. Permits issued under the authority of the Uniform Plumbing Code shall have fees as set forth in DMC 2.04.010. (Ord. 97-558 § 2; Ord. 10-902 § 2).
12.06.030 Expiration of permits.
Permits shall expire 180 days after the last approved inspection.
Exception: If prior to the expiration of a permit the applicant provides a written request for an extension, the City may grant up to two extensions for 180 days each. The request for extension shall not be for financial reasons. (Ord. 97-558 § 3).