The City requires any person performing construction work within a public right-of-way
or easement to obtain a permit from the Engineering Department prior to commencing
construction. A thorough explanation of the types of permits and the permit process can
be found on the Development Engineering page.
Public Facility Improvement (PFI) Permit Fee
Applicant must pay a fee equal to 5% of Estimated Cost of Public Improvement, with
a minimum fee of $300.00.
Fee to be paid as follows:
- Upon submittal of plans - $300.00 non-refundable intake fee.
- Prior to release of first red line set - Balance of fee is due.
NOTE: In addition to the fee, assurance for the public improvement
is required in the amount of 100% of estimated public improvement cost.
PFI Permit Fee Exemptions:
Although a permit is required, there will be no permit fee charged or assurance
required for the following types of work:
- Sidewalk repair (less than 20 lineal feet)
- Curb repair or replacement (less than 20 lineal feet)
- Driveway repair
- Relocate or replace mailbox
- Ditch cleaning that does not involve regrading.
- Weephole repair
- Lawn sprinkler system installation or repair
- Street tree pruning or planting
- Planter strip landscape maintenance
- Test wells
Additional exemptions may be granted upon written request, subject to review and
approval by the City Engineer.
Addressing Fee
A fee of $50.00 shall be charged per each address request.
