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2012 BUDGETBUILDING & FIRE PROTECTIONREVENUE: Building PermitsBuilding permits are issued by the building department with the permit fee based on thesquare footage of the building and its cost with the minimum fee of $50, The revenue sourceis directly affected by the economic health of the building industry.REVENUE: Occupancy PermitsAt the time a home or business is occupied by a new owner, the building departmentissues an occupancy permit after conducting an inspection of the premises, This ensures thateach building is in conformance with municipal ordinances, Permits begin at $40 for a singlefamilyhome, Permit fees are dependent on the size, use and square footage of the structure.REVENUE: Fire Official PermitsFire code permits are issued under the fire protection code for fire hazard systems,Total fee ranges from $75 to $350 depending upon the hazard listed on the permitRecommendation for 2012:No fees are recommended to be increased for 2012,REVENUE: Single Family Dwelling Inspection feeCouncil implemented an inspection program of all single-family dwellings upon real estatetransaction for life safety requirements with a fee of $75,REVENUE: Apartment Building Inspection FeeCouncil implemented an inspection program of all apartment buildings upon tenant changewith a fee of $35,REVENUE: Rental Inspection FeeCouncil implanted an inspection program of all apartment buildings upon tenant changewith a fee of $75,- 40·