(A) Construction of new or additional impervious or semi-pervious surfaces (e.g., driveways, parking lots and the like) and the construction of new buildings, additions to existing buildings and earthmoving activities involving over 1,000 square feet in conjunction with regulated activities, requires the submission of a stormwater management (SWM) application and/or site plan and report. A municipal SWM review fee is imposed to defray costs incurred by the city. The costs covered may include: administrative expense; plan review; construction meetings; inspections; and any additional work required to enforce permit provisions.
(B) Administrative and clerical costs shall be as follows.
Administrative and Clerical Costs | Fee |
Small project SWM application involving less than 2,500 square feet | $25 |
Small project SWM application involving 2,500 - 4,999 square feet | $50 |
Single-family residential exemption application | $50 |
Plan submission for regulated activity involving 5,000 square feet and greater; and all waiver requests | $100 |
(C) Engineer or professional consultant fees will be reimbursed according to the scheduled annual rate per hour. A review fee reimbursement agreement must be signed and a minimum escrow amount must be deposited with the city with an application/plan in accordance with the following.
Minimum Escrow
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Small project SWM application involving 2,500 - 4,999 square feet | $500 |
Plan submission for regulated activity involving 5,000 square feet and greater; and all waiver requests | $1,500 |