Proposed FY24-25 Fee Schedule

FEE TYPE
DESCRIPTION
UNIT OF MEASURE
FY23-24 FEES
PROPOSED 
DESCRIPTION
PROPOSED 
UNIT OF MEASURE
PROPOSED 
FY24-25 FEES
GENERAL FEES
COPIES
Black and White
     8.5 x 11
Per Page
$0.50 
     8.5 x 14
Per Page
$0.75 
     11 x 17
Per Page
Color
     8.5 x 11
Per Page
$1.00 
     8.5 x 14
Per Page
$1.50 
     11 x 17
Per Page
$1.80 
Paper Copy of Annual Budget
Each
$75 
Paper Copy of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Each
$50 
Paper Copy of Annual Capital Improvement Plan
Each
$25 
MISCELLANEOUS
Non-Sufficient Funds Check 
Each
$25
Notary Public
Per Signature
$10 as noted in Admin Code R-12-
1102  
General Merchandise
Varies
$0-$100
LICENSE FEES
Business License
Annual
$100
City Sales Tax Permit
Annual
$15
Massage Therapist License
Annual
$2,000
Mining License
Annual
$2,000
Commercial Rental Property
Annual
$100
Residential Rental Property
Annual
$0
Residential Rental Property (each additional)
Annual
$0
Sexually Oriented Business
Annual
$2,000
Special Events
Per Event
$65
Change/Update Bus. License
As Needed
$25
Delinquent Fee
As Needed
10% of license
Peddler's and Solicitor's License
Per Quarter/Annual
$25/$100
Liquor License
Each
Equal to total fees paid to Arizona 
Dept of Liquor in previous 12 months
Marijuana Related Businesses
Each
Equal to total fees paid to Arizona 
Dept of Health Services in previous 
12 months
CITY SALES TAX RATES
Retail Sales
Per $1 Transacted
3%
Restaurant/Bar
Per $1 Transacted
3%
Lodging 
Per $1 Transacted
5%
Utilities
Per $1 Transacted
3%
Telecomm
Per $1 Transacted
3%
Contracting
Per $1 Transacted
3%
Use Tax
Per $1 Transacted
3%
CLERK FEES
Public Record Requests - copying
Per Page
$0.50 
Public Record Requests - audio recording
Each
$10
Public Record Requests - CD/USB flash drive
Pro/Con Argument Submissions for Election Publicity Pamphlets
Each
$75 
RENTAL FEES
COMMUNITY GARDEN
Garden Box 4' x 4'
Annual/Each
$20
Garden Box 4' x 8'
Annual/Each
$40
Farmer's Market Space Rental (10' x 10')
Each
$20
RAMADAS
Charged to the general public for use of Ramada space at designated times.
Per Hour
Resident: $15/$30/$50
Non-Resident: $30/$60/$100
5-hour time block for ramada rentals 9am-2pm or 3pm-
8pm, can reserve all day for double fee. 
5- Hour Time Block and Ramada 
Size
Resident: $25/$50/$75                Non-
Resident: $50/$100/$150
Reservation and Cleanup Deposit
Each 
$150
SPORTS FIELDS
Charged to the general public/groups/organizations for guaranteed playing 
space.
Per Hour
Partner Organization $10
Residents $30
 Non-Residents $60
Reservation and Cleanup Deposit
Each 
$150
CONTRACTED SERVICE FEES (CLASSES)
City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
These percentage fees are charged to organizations for use of city facilities and 
parks. 
20%-30% of registration fee
Varies depending on enrollment
WAYFINDING SIGNS
Initial Fee
Per Placard
$500 
Renewal Fee
Annually Per Placard
$250 
CITY FACILITIES
Community Development Block Grant Funded Facilities
Per Hour
Actual Cost Including Staff Time
Other
Per Hour
The Greater of $50/ hour or Actual Cost 
Including Staff Time
SPECIAL EVENT FEES
GENTRY PARK
Vendor Participation
Each
$30
Copper Sponsor
Each
$0
Bronze Sponsor: Live MC recognition at event 
Each
$100
Silver Sponsor: Bronze plus logo on event signage/posters
Each
$500
Gold Sponsor: Bronze, silver plus named sponsor on related social media outlets
Each
$1,000
Platinum Sponsor: Bronze, silver, gold plus logo listed on monthly water bill inserts
Each
$1,500
Presenting Sponsor: Bronze, silver, gold, platinum plus business link on city website
Each
$2,000
GATEWAY PARK
Vendor Participation
Each
$30
Copper Sponsor
Each
$0
Bronze Sponsor: Live MC recognition at event 
Each
$100
Silver Sponsor: Bronze plus logo on event signage/posters
Each
$500
Gold Sponsor: Bronze, silver plus named sponsor on related social media outlets
Each
$1,000
Platinum Sponsor: Bronze, silver, gold plus logo listed on monthly water bill inserts
Each
$1,500
Presenting Sponsor: Bronze, silver, gold, platinum plus business link on city website
Each
$2,000
COMMUNITY SERVICES FEES
Local Dial-a-Ride
One-way Trip
$2
Valley Metro Paratransit
One-way Trip
$4
Senior Center Meal
Per Meal
$3
Senior Center Field Trip:
In-Boundary
$0
Out-of-Boundary
$4
FIRE FEES
INSPECTIONS
Business Inspection
Annual
$125
Business Inspection - Group Home
Annual
$125
After Business Hours
Per Request
$50/hr (Min. 2 hrs.)
Per Request (3hr min)
100/hr (Min 3 hrs)
Re‐inspection Fee (after 2 failures)
Per Visit
$150
3rd Party inspections
Each
Actual Cost
OPERATIONAL PERMITS
Annual Operational Permit authorized by International Fire 
Code Section 105.6
Each Operation
$100 
Temporary Operational Permit authorized by International 
Fire Code Section 105.6
Each Operation
$225 
Fire Works- Temporary Retail Sales
Per Submittal
$195
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Blasting On-site
Annual
$75
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Combustible Dust/Fiber Producing Operations
Annual
$150
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Flammable Finishes During Modifying or Installing Equip
Annual
Finishes >350 sq ft $75
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Amusement Buildidngs/ Temporarty Membrane Structures & Canopies
Per Submittal
$340 for 400-800 sq ft and $150 each 
addl / $600 for > 800 sq ft and $150 
each addl   
Temporary Membrane Structures and Tents
Changes Below
Temporary tent exceeding 400 square feet
Each
$200
Temporary tent open on all sides exceeding 700 square feet
Each
$200
Air‐supported temporary membrane structure
Each
$300
Each additional temporary tent installed at the same time
$100
Battery Systems
Annual 
$95
Changes Below
New
New
$200
Modification
Modification
$100
Carnivals & Fairs
Per Submittal
$320
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Combustible Fiber Storage
Annual
$175
Delete
Combustibles-use/storage/manufacture
Annual
$125
Delete

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
Dry Cleaning Plants
Annual
$200
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Exhibits & Trade Shows
Annual
$250 1-5k sq ft/$325 >5 sq ft 
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Explosives
Per Submittal
$100
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False Alarms - after 2nd occurence within 60 days
Each additional after 2nd
$150
Fire Flow test
Per Request
$185 application + 
$62 each hydrant
$185 + $62 each hydrant exceeding two
Fire Hydrants/Valves Operational Check
Per Submittal
$50
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Flammable/Combustible Liquids (storage, handle, use)
Annual
$390
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Fruit Ripening
Annual
$50
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Fumigation/Thermal Insecticidal Fogging
Per Submittal
$50
Delete
Gases-use/storage/manufacture
Annual
$100
Delete
Hazardous Materials 
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     Group 1
Annual
$250
Delete
     Group 2
Annual
$500
Delete
     Group 3
Annual
$775
Delete
High Piled Combustible Storage
Annual
$100 (up to 500 sq ft)
Delete
Hot Work Operations
Annual
$150
Delete
Industrial Ovens
Annual
$220
Delete
LPG Storage, use, handle, dispense
Annual
$180
Delete
LPG Exchange Station
Annual
$100
Delete
Mobile Food Vendor - grease producing operation
Annual
$50 (unless able to produce proof of 
passed fire inspection conducted 
by fire department within the state 
within the preceding twelve months)
Mobile Food Preparation Vehicles or Trailers
Open Burning
Per Submittal
$115
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Open Flames
Per Submittal
$170 Indoor/$250 Outdoor 
Delete
Pyrotechnic/Fire Works Performance
Per Submittal
$600 First display/$300 each 
additional display same setup
Delete
Refrigeration Equipment
Annual
$225
Delete
Repair Garage & Motor Vehicle Fueling
Annual
$190
Motor Vehicle Repair Rooms and Booths
Changes Below
Modification
Each
$100
New Installation
Each
$200
Spraying or Dipping Operations
Annual
$150
Spraying or Dipping
Changes Below
New Installation- Spray Room, Dip Tank, or Booth
Per Permit
$250
Modification (minimum one hour)
Per Permit
$100
Storageof Scrap Tires & By Products
Annual
$100
Delete
Tire Rebuilding/Storage
Annual
$100
Delete
Waste handling
Annual
$175
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Storage of Wood Products >200 Cu. Ft.
Annual
$100
Delete
Capacitor Energy Storage Systems
Modification
Per Permit
$100
New Installation
Per Permit
$200
Cryogenic Fluid
Alteration
Per Permit
$100
New Installation
Per Permit
$200
Fuel Cell Power System
Modification
Per Permit
$100
New Installation
Per Permit
$200
Gas Detection System
Modification
Per Permit
$100
New Installation
Per Permit
$200
Plant Extraction System
Modification
Per Permit
$100
New Installation
Per Permit
$200
Smoke Control/Exhaust System
Modification
Per Permit
$150
New Installation
Per Permit
$300
Construction Fees
Fire Alarm Systems
New Manual/Automatic System Install
5,000 square feet or less
Per Submittal
$300
5,001 ‐ 10,000 Square feet
Per Submittal
$400
10,001 ‐ 50,000 square feet 
Per Submittal
$500
50,001 ‐ 100,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$700
100,001 ‐ 150,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,000
150,001 ‐ 200,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,500
200,001 ‐ 400,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$2,200
400,001 ‐ 600,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$2,900
Over 600,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$3,500
Modifications
1‐5 devices
Per Submittal
$100
6‐20 devices
Per Submittal
$150
21‐50 devices
Per Submittal
$200
Over 50 devices
Per Submittal
$300

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
Micellaneous:
New Control Panel
Per Submittal
$150
Change of Communication Method
Per Submittal
$150
Connection to Access‐Controlled Egress Doors or Delayed Egress 
Locks
Per Submittal
$200
Sprinkler Monitoring or Elevator Recall
Per Submittal
$200
Emergency Alarm System
Per Submittal
$200
Other
Per Submittal
$150
Fire Sprinkler Systems 13 & 13R
New Installs
5,000 square feet or less
Per Submittal
$300
5,001 ‐ 10,000 Square feet
Per Submittal
$400
10,001 ‐ 50,000 square feet 
Per Submittal
$500
50,001 ‐ 100,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$700
100,001 ‐ 150,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,000
150,001 ‐ 200,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,500
200,001 ‐ 400,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$2,200
400,001 ‐ 600,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$2,900
Over 600,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$3,500
Modifications
1‐5 devices
Per Submittal
$100
6‐20 devices
Per Submittal
$150
21‐50
Per Submittal
$200
Over 50 devices
Per Submittal
$300
Fire Sprinkler Systems‐ Residential
New Install or Modification
Per Submittal
$100
Alternative Suppression Systems
Water/Foam/CO2/Clean Agent etc.:
New
Each
$200
Modifications
Each
$100
Commercial Cooking:
Initial 
Each
$150
Additional
Each
$75
Modifications
Each
$100
Fire Pump
New
Per Submittal
$500
Modification/Replacement
Per Submittal
$100
Fire Department Permanent Access
New:
Fire Lane Markings
Each
$50
Address Directory
Each
$50
Automatic Access Gates
Each
$100
Manual Access Gates
Each
$50
Walk Through Access Gates
Each
$50
Install Knox box
Each
No Charge
Access Roads
Per Submittal
$100
Modifications:
To Any Listed Above
Each
$100
Access Roads
Per Submittal
$100
Flammable & Combustible Liquids
New Install:
First Tank
Each
$250
Additional tanks
Each
$100
Modification
Per Submittal 
$100
New Generator Fuel Tank
Each
$100
Removal:
First Tank
Each
$200
Additional Tanks
Each
$100
Facilities:
New
Per Submittal
$200
Modification
Per Submittal
$100
Hazardous Materials
Inventory Sheet Assessments ‐ HMIS (1 hour min)
Per Review
$100 Per Hour
Management Plan Assessment ‐ HMMP (1 hour min)
Per Review
$100 Per Hour
HazMat Container or Process
New
Per Review
$200
Each Additonal New Tank or Process
Per Review
$100
Modification
Per Review
$100
Hazardous Marterials
Per Submittal
$211
Industrial Ovens
New
Each 
$200
Modification
Each 
$100
LP‐ Gas
New Install‐ For Exchange 
Each
$100
New Install‐ Stored for Use or Sale
Each
$100

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
New LP Gas System
Per Submittal
$300
Modification of LP‐Gas System
Per Submittal
$150
Residental Pool/Spa System ‐ New or Modification
Per Submittal
$50
Compressed Gases
New Install:
Under 400lbs 
Each
$150
Over 400lbs
Each
$300
Modifications
Per Submittal 
$100
Other Permit Fees
High Piled Storage Review
Per Submittal 
$100
Firefighter Air System (FAS) 
Per Submittal 
$300
Standpipe Systems
New
Per Submittal
$200
Modification
Per Submittal
$100
Emergency Responder Radio Coverage System
New
Per Submital
$300
Modification
Per Submital
$150
Special Event Structure
New
Per Submittal
$300
Construction Fees ‐ Other
Construction Permit Extension
Per Request
25% of permit fee
Construction Permit Expedited 
Per Request
Double the permit fee
Construction Permit Reactivation of Expired
Per Request
50% of the permit fee
PLAN REVIEW FEES
Building Permit Plan Review
Per Submittal
10% permit fee ‐ Commercial Permit
Fire Permit Plan Review
Per Submittal
65% fire construction permit fee
Revision to Approved Plans
Per Submittal
$100/hour (Min. 1 hour)
Miscellaneous Plan Review
Per Submittal
$100/hour (Min. 1 hour)
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
Fire Reports - copy (no photos)
Each - 20 or less pages
$5 
Public Records Request ‐ Fire Reports ‐ copy (no photos), owner and 
tenant exempt from fee
$10
Per page over 20 pages
$0.20 
$0.50
Fire Reports - CD (including photos)
Each
$10 
Public Records Request ‐ Fire Reports ‐ CD or flash drive (including 
photos), owner and tenant exempt from fee
Public Records Request ‐ Audio Recording, owner and tenant exempt 
from fee
Each
$10
Fines- Operating without CURRENT permit(s)
Per Occurrence
<180 days = 50% permit fee + 
renewal / >180 days =100% + 
renewal
Fines ‐ Operating without Current annual operational permit(s)
Emergency Medical Standby
Per Occurence
$150/hr (min 2 hrs, includes 
coverage by 2 staff members) 
Fire Watch/ Fire Prevention Standby
Per Occurence
$100/hr (min 2 hrs)
$100/hr (minimum 2 hrs) includes one staff 
member
Compliance Engine Fire Suppression Report Review
Per Submittal
$15
Advanced Life Support Transports
Per Incident
$122
CPR Fees
Per Class
Resident: $10
Non-Resident: $45
Work Commencing before Permit Issuance
Per Incident
Double Permit Fee
Stop Work Posting
Per Incident
$250 
Alternative Materials and Methods Request
Per Request
$100 
Code Modification Request
Per Request
$100 
Technical Assistance Request
Per Request
$100 
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FEES
GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) DATA
LARGE FORMAT PRINTS
Citywide GIS Data
Per Data Set
$65
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Maps:
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     8.5 x 11 
Each
$2
Delete
     11 x 17
Each
$4
Delete
     18 x 24
Each
$10
     24 x 36
Each
$20
     36 x 48
Each
$40
PLANNING & ZONING (P&Z)
Address Assignment
Per Request
$50
Administrative Appeal
Per Appeal
$100
Annexation/Deannex
Per Annexation
$1,500
Appeal to P&Z/Council
Per Appeal
$1,000
Comp Sign Package
Per Request
$1,000
Conditional Use Permit
Per Request
$1,450
Conditional Use Permit/Administrative Review (CUP/AR)
Per Request
$500
Continuance Request
Per Continuance
$250
Development Agreement
Per Request
All Legal Costs
Final Plat
Per Plat
$1,000+10/lot
General Plan Amendment Major [Maj]
Per Request
$1,500
General Plan Amendment Minor [min]
Per Request
$1,000

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
Group Home Request
Per Request
$300
Landscaping Review
Per Sheet
$300
$325 per sheet
Zoning Map Amendment
Per Request
$1,500
Mobile Food Vendor Permit
Per Request
$200
Planned Areas Development (PAD) Amendment [Maj]
Per Request
$1,000
PAD Amendment [min]
Per Request
$500
PAD Overlay & Plan
Per Request
$1,500
Planner Consultation
Per 1/2 Hour
$50
Technical Advisory Committee Review
Per Request
$500
Preliminary Plat
Per Plat
$1,000+10/lot
Site Plan Approval Extension
Per Request
$100
Site Plan Amend [Maj]
Per Request
$1,000
Site Plan Amend [min]
Per Request
$500
Site Plan Review
Per Request
$1,450
Street Name Change
Per Request
$1,000-$1,500
Subdivision Variance
Per Request
$1,000 each
Temporary Use Permit
Per Request
$280
Zoning Text Amendment
Per Request
$1,500
Zoning Certification
Per Request
$200
Zoning Variance [Residential/Commercial]
Per Request
$250/$1,000
Electronic Billboards
Each
$6,000
Special Event Permit:
     Minor
Each
$25 No Street/Parking Lot Closure
     Major
Each
$50 Street/Parking Lot Closure
Accessory Structures
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     <120 Sq. Ft.(e.g. sheds)
Each
$25 
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     Accessory Structures > 120 sq. ft.
Each
Based On Value
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Wireless Communication Facilities in Right-of-Way
     Small Wireless Facilities:
          Application Fee
Per Application
$100 for the first five (5) facilities and 
$50 each additional including a 
consolidated application
          Rent fee (annual rate)
Per Facility
$50 
     Utility Pole:
          Application Fee
Per Application
$750 
     Authority Utility Pole:
          Application Fee
Per Application
$100 
          Rent fee (annual rate)
Per Facility
$50 
     Monopole:
          Application Fee
Per Application
$1,000 
Late Fee
Each
Greater of (10%) of amount due or 
$100
BUILDING SAFETY
Fees Base on Value:
Valuation: $1,000 or less
Each
$75 
Valuation: $1,000.01 to $999,999.99 
Valuation: $1,001 to $999,999
Fee 1 of 2
Each
$100 
Fee 2 of 2
Per $1,000 Of Valuation
$6 
Valuation: $1,000,000 and above 
Fee 1 of 2
Each
$100 
Fee 2 of 2
Per $1,000 Of Valuation
$5 
Permit application requires a non-refundable deposit due at submittal.  
For Commercial and Residential.
Per Submittal
$150 
Certificate (C) of Occupancy (O):
Certificate Of Completion (For speculative tenant space with no defined 
occupancy) 
Per Building
$250 
     Temporary C/O
First 30 day period
Each
$250 
31-60 Days
Each
$500 
          61-90 Days
$1,000 
     Commercial C/O
Per Building
$200 
Tenant (no work performed)
Per Change of Occupancy
$50 
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     Residential
Per House
$100 
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     Multi-Family
Per Building
$100 
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Commercial Construction
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     New Construction
Per Building
Based On Value
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     Shell/Grey Building
Per Building
80% of Calculated Value
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     Vanilla Shell
Per Submittal
Based On Value of $20 per sq.ft.
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Accessory Structures
     Accessory Structures >120 sq. ft.
Each
Based On Value
BOV (Based On Value): Final building permit valuation shall be set by the Building Official in accordance with the most current Building Valuation Data 
as published by the International Code Council or approved statements sufficient to clearly document all construction costs.

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
Demolition:
     Assessor Structures
Per Building
$25 
     Single Family Dwelling
Per House
$150 
     Commercial Bldg.
Per Building
$200 
Electrical
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     Clearance w/o repair
Each
$30 
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     Commercial, new construction
Each
15% permit fee - Commercial
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     Residential, new construction
Each
15% permit fee ($50 Min.)
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     Repair or new panel
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          <200 amps
Each
$50 
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          200-1,000 amps
Each
$100 
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          Over 1.000 amps
Each
$200 
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     Temporary Power
Each
$100 
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Fencing/Perimeter Walls
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     Chain link, wood, iron
Per Request
Based On Value
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     Masonry/ retaining 
Per Request
Based On Value
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     Add to existing height
Per Request
Based On Value
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Fire/ Water restoration
Based On Value
Delete
Flag Poles over 30 feet
Each
$35 
Delete
Gas Line: New
Each
$50 
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     Repair Only
Each
$35 
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     Gas Test/ Clearance only
Each
$35 
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HVAC / Mechanical
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     Commercial, new construction
Per Submittal
15% permit fee- Comm.
Delete
     Residential new construction
Per Submittal
15% permit fee ($50 minimum)
Delete
     W/O ductwork (Res. Unit replacement)
Each
$50 
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     Other Than Residential - Unit Replacement
Each
$100 
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Inspections
     Residential Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing (MPE)
Each
$50 
Delete
     Commercial, new construction (MPE)
Each
15% permit fee- Comm.
Delete
     After Business Hours
Per Hour
$100/hr (Min. 3 hrs.)
     3rd Party Inspections
Each
Actual cost
Delete
     Reinspection fee (after 2 failures)
Each
$150 
Same Day Reinspection (Must be approved by Building Official and paid by 
12pm)
Per Permit
$300 (Up to 3 hrs.) *
Same Day Inspection (Must be approved by Building Official and paid by 10am) 
Per Permit
$300 (Up to 3 hrs.) *
         *May not be available before or after holidays due to work load.
Manufactured Housing & Pre-fabricated Structures:
Manufacture Home Installation Fee
Each
$450  *
Commercial Factory Built Building Fee
Per linear feet
$4.50  *
Residential Factory Built Building Fee
Per Story
$450  *
All Zoning Clearance Fees
Per Permit
$100 
All Zoning Clearance Plan Review Fees
Per permit
$37.50 
     Accessory garages, carports, storage
Each
Based On Value
          *Fees established by the IGA with the Office of Manufactured Housing
Patio/ Deck/ Ramada/ Gazebo
Each
Based On Value of $10 per sq.ft.
Delete
     Metal patio or awning
Each
Based On Value of$7 per sq.ft. 
Delete
     Shade structure-fabric free standing
Each
Based On Value of $5 per sq.ft.
Delete
Permit Extension
Per Request
25% of permit fee
Delete
Permit Expedited
Per Request
Double the Permit Fee
Delete
Permit Reactivation of expired
Per Request
50% of permit fee
Delete
Building and Fire Plan Review
Per Submittal
65% of total permit fee
Building Plan Review
     Change/ revisions to approved plans
Each
$100 per hour (Min. 1 hr.)
Delete
     Deferred Submittals
Delete
          Residential
Per Submittal
$100 
Delete
          Commercial
Per Hour
$100/hr (Min. 2.5 Hours)
Delete
     Expedited Plan Review
Each
Double Plan Review fee
 (in 1/2 regular time)
Delete
     Residential site plans (in development)
Each
$50 
Delete
     Standard Plans:
Delete
Aluminum Patio Covers/Carports
Per Submittal/code cycle
$75 
Delete
          Houses
Per Submittal/code cycle
Based On Value review fee
Delete
Manufactured Homes Installation Details
Per Submittal/code cycle
$100 
Delete
          Pools and spas
Per Submittal/code cycle
$100 
Delete
Solar - Photo Voltaic or Water Heater
Per Submittal/code cycle
$100 
Delete
          Annual Renewal
Per Submittal
$35 
Delete
          Appeal hearing Application
Per Request
$300 
Delete
Plumbing
Delete
     Commercial, new construction
Per Submittal
15% of permit fee
Delete
     Residential, new construction
Per Submittal
15% permit fee ($50 Min.)
Delete
     Repair
Each
$50 
Delete
Pools and Spas:
Delete
     In Ground pool
Per Submittal
$300 
Delete

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
     Spa (in ground)
Per Submittal
$75 
Delete
     Pool site review (std plans on file)
Each
$50 
Delete
     Semi-public pool 
Per Submittal
$500 
Delete
     Review w/o Std Plans on file
Based On Value
Delete
Refunds
Per Submittal
Refund 80% of permit fee only
Delete
Relocation of Building (Inspection Required)
Each
$500 (+MPE fees)
Delete
Residential, new construction
Based On Value
Delete
     Room Addition
Each
Based On Value of $25 per sq.ft.
Delete
     Enclosure with glass or screens
Each
Based On Value of $15 per sq.ft.
Delete
     Unfinished basement
Each
Based On Value of $15 per sq.ft.
Delete
     Conversion of existing space to livable
Each
Based On Value of $15 per sq.ft.
Delete
Roof Replacement
Delete
     Shingles or tile only
Per Project
$25 
Delete
     Sheathing
Per Project
$50 
Delete
SolarPV Systems
Delete
     Commercial
Per Submittal
Based On Value
Delete
     Residential
Per Submittal
Based On Value or $300 w/std plans Delete
Derate Fee (requiring main circuit breaker derate inspection)
Per Request
$150 
Delete
Stucco - house or accessory structure
Per Building
$35 
Delete
Sustainable/ Green/ Energy
Delete
     Green Energy Build - Admin. Documentation Fee
Each
$250 
Delete
     Greywater irrigation system
Per Submittal
$100 
Delete
     LEED Certified - Admin. Documentation Fee
Each
$500 
Delete
     Wind Turbine
Per Submittal
$150 
Delete
Temporary Structures/Power:
Delete
     Temp. Construction trailer
Each
$200 
Delete
     Temp. Electrical/Generator
Each
$50 
Delete
Tenant Improvement:
Delete
     Tenant Improvement- Office/Mercantile.
Per Submittal
Based On Value of $20 per sq.ft.
Delete
     Tenant Improvement- Restaurant or Medical
Per Submittal
Based On Value of $40 per sq.ft.
Delete
     Tenant Improvement- Vanilla Shell
Per Submittal
Based On Value of $20 per sq.ft.
Delete
Water heater: 
Delete
     Replacement - gas or electric
Each
$50 
Delete
     Solar 
Each
Based On Value or $100 w/std plans Delete
     Tankless
Each
$50 
Delete
Work Started w/o permits
Each
Double permit fee
***All other projects not included
Each
Based On Value
ADAPTIVE REUSE - SPECIAL CONDITION FEES
Conversion of existing residential to Live/Work unit
Each
 $ 100 flat fee
Conversion of existing Commercial to Live/Work unit
Each
 $ 250 flat fee
Permits by Inspection (no plans-residential live/work only) 
Per Project
$150 
Consultation prior to Permit by Inspection
Per Project
No charge
SIGNS
0-32 sq.ft.
Each
$60 
33- 48 sq.ft..
Each
$90 
Over 48 sq.ft..
Each
$150 
Monument/ Pylon
Each
Based On Value
Electrical Connection
Each
$50 
Face Panel Change out only
Each
$25 
Temporary Banner (30 days)
Each
$40 
CONSTRUCTION PERMITS
Fire Alarm Systems
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Installs:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          5,000 square feet or less
Per Submittal
$300
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          5,001 - 10,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$400
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          10,001 - 50,000 square feet 
Per Submittal
$500
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          50,001 - 100,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$700
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          100,000 - 150,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,000
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Over 150,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,500
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modifications:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          1 - 5 devices
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          6 - 20 devices
Per Submittal
$150
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          21 - 50 devices
Per Submittal
$200
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Over 50 devices
Per Submittal
$300
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Replacement:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          New Contol Panel
Per Submittal
$150
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Other
Per Submittal
$150
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Fire Sprinkler Systems 13 & 13R
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Installs:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          5,000 square feet or less
Per Submittal
$300
Move to Fire Operational Permits

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
          5,001 - 10,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$400
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          10,001 - 50,000 square feet 
Per Submittal
$500
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          50,001 - 100,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$700
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          100,000 - 150,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,000
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Over 150,000 square feet
Per Submittal
$1,500
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modifications:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          1 - 5 devices
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          6 - 20 devices
Per Submittal
$150
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          21 - 50 devices
Per Submittal
$200
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Over 50 devices
Per Submittal
$300
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Fire Sprinkler System - Residential 
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Install or Modification
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Alternative Suppression Systems
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Water/Foam/CO2/Clean Agent etc.
Each
$200
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Commercial Cooking:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
               Initial
Each
$150
Move to Fire Operational Permits
               Additional
Each
$75
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modifications:
Each
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Fire Pump:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New
Per Submittal
$500
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modification/Replacement
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Private Fire Protection Systems:
Delete
     New
Per Submittal
$200
Delete
     Modification (includes fire lines)
Per Submittal
$100
Delete
Fire Department Permanent Access:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Fire Lane Markings
$50
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Address Directory
$50
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Automatic Access Gates
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Manual Acess Gates
$50
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Walk thru Access Gates
$50
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Install Knox Box
No Charge
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modifications:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          To Any Listed Above
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Access Roads
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Install:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          First Tank
Each
$250
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Additional Tanks
Each
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modification
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          New Fuel Tank:
Move to Fire Operational Permits
               Up to 120 Gallons
Each
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
               Over 120 Gallons
Each
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Removal:
Each
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          First Tank
Each
$200
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Additional Tanks
Each
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Hazardous Materials 
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Inventory Sheet Assessment (1 hour min.)
Per Review
$100 per hour
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Management Plan Assessment (1 hour min.)
Per Review
$100 per hour
Move to Fire Operational Permits
HazMat container or process
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New
Per Review
$200
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Each Additional
Per Review
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Hazardous Materials 
Per Submittal
$211
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Industrial ovens
Each
$50
Move to Fire Operational Permits
LP- Gas
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Install - For Exchange
Each
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Install - Stored for Use or Sale
Each
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New - LP Gas System
Per Submittal
$300
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Residential Pool/Spa
Per Submittal
$50
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Spraying or Dipping Operations
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Install - Room/Booth/Tank
Each
$250
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modification
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Compressed Gases
$0
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     New Install
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Under 400 lbs
Each
$150
Move to Fire Operational Permits
          Over 400 lbs
Each
$300
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Modification
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Other Permit Fees
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     High Piled Storage Review
Per Submittal
$100
Move to Fire Operational Permits
     Firefighter Air System (FAS)
Per Submittal
$300
Move to Fire Operational Permits
Standpipe Systems
Per Submittal
$50
Move to Fire Operational Permits
ENGINEERING
Commercial:
Permit application requires a non-refundable deposit due at submittal - 
For Commercial Only 
Per Submittal
$150

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
     Plan Review
Per Sheet
$300 per sheet
Per Sheet
$325 per sheet
     Expedited Plan Review (in 1/2  regular time)
Double Plan Review Fees
     Report Review
Each
$600 
     Expedited Report Review (in 1/2 regular time)
Double Report Review Fees
     At Risk Grading/Drainage Permit
Each
Actual grading/drainage permit 
cost
     Haul Permit
Each
$300 
Minor Land Division
Per Request
$600 
Per Request
$800
     Permit
Each
3.5% of actual contract construction 
costs
Residential:
     Application Review
Each
$25
     Permit
Each
$50
     Expedited Plan Review(in 1/2 regular time)
Double Plan Review Fees
Pavement less than 3 years old:
     Less than 5 Square Yard
SY
$330/Square Yard
     5 to 100 Square Yard
SY
$1,650 + $18/Square Yard over 5
     Greater than 100 Square Yard
SY
$3,360 + $14/SY over100
Pavement 3 - 10 years old:
     Less than 5 Square Yard
SY
$165/Square Yard
     5 to 100 Square Yard
SY
$825 + $9/Square Yard over 5
     Greater than 100 Square Yard
SY
$1,680 + $7/Square Yard over 100
Inspection After Business Hours 
Per Hour
$100/hr (Min. 3 hrs.)
Revision to Approved Plan
Per Sheet
$300 
Revision to Approved Report
Each
$600 
Reinspection Fee (after 2 failures)
Each
$150 
Permit Extension                                                                       
Per Request
25% of Permit Fee
Permit Reactivation of Expired Permit                                  
Per Request
50% of Permit Fee
Temporary Traffic Control 
     Minimum - No Restrictions Planned*
Each
$50 
     Roadway Restriction*
Per Day
$75 
     Left Turn Prohibition - Signalized Intersection*
Per Day/Direction 
$50 
     Bike Lane / Alley / Sidewalk Closure*
Per Day 
$20 
     Collector Road Closure* 
Per Day 
$1,000 
     Arterial Road Closure* 
Per Day
$2,500 
Working with Unapproved or Expired TCP*
Per Day
$100 plus actual TCP cost
          *Includes Plan Review / Fees are Non-Refundable
"No Parking" Sign Installation
Per Request
Actual cost of contractual labor 
and materials plus an additional 
15% administrative fee
Work Started w/o Permits
Double Permit Fee
CITY COURT FEES
Copy of Record
Per Case
$17
Court Technology/Security
Per Charge
$25
Default Fee
Per Charge
$40
Jail Cost Reimbursement
Based on Sentence
Same as Maricopa County Jail Per 
Diem Rates
Research Fee
Per Case
$17
Time Payment
Per Case
$20 
Warrant
Each
$200
POLICE FEES
Impound
Each
$150 
Police Reports - Victims of a criminal offense receive 1 free copy
Each 0-24 Months Old
$10 
Each 25+ Months Old
$20 
Each Accident Report
$10.00 
Mailing: Postage minimum of $1.50. Additional cost calculated based on size and 
weight of item.
$1.50 
Photo CD
Per CD
$10 
Audio CD/DVD
Per CD/DVD
$35 
per hour
$45 
Video CD/DVD
Per CD/DVD
$35 
per hour
$45 
UTILITY FEES
WATER RATES
Residential:
     Base Charge (all meter sizes)
Monthly
$21.15 
$22.63 
     Volume Rate (gallons)
Per 1,000 gallons
          0 - 5,000
$3.80 
$4.07 
          5,001 - 15,000
$4.18
$4.47 
          15,001 - 25,000
$4.61
$4.93 
          > 25,000
$5.06
$5.41

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
Commercial:
     Base Charge (all meter sizes)
Monthly
$25.07 
$26.82 
     Volume Rate (gallons)
Per 1,000 gallons
     All Use
$4.73 
$5.06 
Irrigation:
     Dysart Ranchettes Only
Per Hour
$22.44 
$24.01 
Water Recharge:
Per 1,000 gallons
     Surprise Customers
$2.43 
$2.60 
     El Mirage Customers
$2.43 
$2.60 
     Hydrant Customers
$2.43 
$2.60
WATER METERS
5/8"
Each
$300 
3/4"
Each
$300 
1"
Each
$525 
1.5"
Each
$1,000 
2"
Each
$1,500 
3"
Each
$3,750 
4"
Each
$4,500 
6"
Each
$7,250 
8"
Each
$10,500 
10"
Each
$15,000 
12"
Each
$16,500 
Hydrant
Each
$1,025 
SEWER RATES
Residential:
     Base Charge (all meter sizes)
Monthly
$5.75 
     Volume Rate (gallons)
     All Flows
Per 1,000 gallons
$3.27 
Commercial:
     Base Charge (all meter sizes)
Monthly
$5.75 
     Volume Rate (gallons)
     All Flows
Per 1,000 gallons
$3.27 
SANITATION RATES
Residential:
     Monthly Fee
Monthly
$19.08 
$19.56
Bulk Trash Program Fee
Per Occurrence
$10 
Bulk Trash Fee
Uncontained Trash Collection
Per Occurrence
Cost + 25%
Garbage Can Replacement Fee
Per Can
$80 
Additional Monthly Trash Service Fee
Monthly
$9.50 
Opt-in Recycling Fee
Monthly
$9.50 
Monthly
$9.50 or $5.00
MISCELLANEOUS UTILITY FEES
Establish Service:
     Residential 
Each
$30 
     Commercial
Each
$50 
Disconnect
Per Occurrence
$95 
Delinquency Fee
Per Occurrence
5% of past due balance
Service Fee Turn On/Turn Off
Per Occurrence
$35 
Same DayTurn On/Turn Off
Per Occurrence
$50 
Emergency Turn On/Turn Off
Per Occurrence
$95 
System Inaccessibility Fee
Per Occurrence
$95 
Water Loss Fee
Per Occurrence
$250 - $16,000
Door Hanger:
     Residential
Per Occurrence
$10 
     Commercial
Per Occurrence
$15 
Collections
Per Occurrence
15%
Relocate/Install Hydrant Meter
Per Occurrence
$50 
Meter Testing
Per Occurrence
$150 
Equipment Tampering
Per Occurrence
$250 plus cost of labor and materials 
plus an additional 15% 
administrative fee
Installation/Connections of Taps/Meter Boxes/etc.
Per Occurrence
Actual cost of contractual labor 
and materials plus an additional 
15% administrative fee
Security Deposit for Residential Service
Per Occurrence
$200 
Security Deposit for Commercial Service
Per Occurrence
$300 
Security Deposit for Hydrant Meter Service
Per Occurrence
$2,500 
PROPERTY TAXES

City Of El Mirage, AZ
Exhibit - A - Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2024
Proposed Fee Changes
(Input proposed changes in columns E through G;
To add new fees, insert row and type proposed information into columns E through G)
PRIMARY
Used to support Public Safety Operations
Calculation Methodology
$159,194,667 
Net Assessed Valuation
$179,507,582 
$2,817,634 
Per Levy Limit Worksheet
$3,070,298 
Per $100 Net 
Assessed Valuation
$1.7699 
$1.7104
SECONDARY
Used to pay for voter authorized debt
Calculation Methodology
$159,194,667 
Net Assessed Valuation
$179,507,582 
$1,930,000 
Tax - Same As Last Year
Per $100 Net 
Assessed Valuation
$1.2124 
$1.0752
NOTE: Property tax rates and Court fines are established separate from this process.