Refund Policy
Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Gas & Plumbing Refund Policy
The permit holder may request a refund by submitting a Refund Request to the Department of Development and Permits stating the reason for the request.
Refund requests are subject to a $50 processing fee, which is deducted initially to determine if the remaining balance is over the minimum of $50. No refunds will be processed under the minimum of $50. No refunds will be processed under the minimum of $50 and no refunds are allowed on expired or closed permits. Not all fees are refundable under the various applicable Codes. (Example: Tech Fee, Plan Review Fee)
The percentage of allowable refund permitted is listed in the chart. Please note that no 100% refunds will be granted, and there will be no refunds of $50 or less.
Refund Chart
| Permit Type | Inspections Completed on Permit | Allowable Refund Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Building | Permit issued – no inspections | 75% |
| Foundation inspections only | 50% | |
| Framing and Foundation inspections only | 25% | |
| Electrical | Permit issued – no inspections | 75% |
| Rough-in inspection only | 35% | |
| Mechanical | Permit issued – no inspections | 75% |
| Rough-in inspection only | 35% | |
| Gas | Permit issued – no inspections | 75% |
| Pressure test inspection only | 35% | |
| Plumbing | Permit issued – no inspections | 75% |
| Rough-in inspection only | 35% |
Zoning Refund Policy
- All refund requests shall be made in writing, shall specify the reason for the request and are subject to an administrative processing fee of $50. No refunds shall be issued for fees, costs, charges or expenses of $50 or less. Not all fees are refundable under the various applicable Codes.