Lake Elmo City Zoning Code

APPENDIX A

FEE SCHEDULE

Printed herein is the Fee Schedule Ordinance of the City of Lake Elmo, Minnesota, Ordinance No. 08-231, as adopted by the city council on December 17, 2019. Amendments to the ordinance are indicated by parenthetical history notes following amended provisions. The absence of a history note indicates that the provision remains unchanged from the original ordinance. Obvious misspellings and punctuation errors have been corrected without notation. For stylistic purposes, headings and catchlines have been made uniform, and citation to state statutes, and expression of numbers in text as appears in the Code of Ordinances has been used. Additions made for clarity are indicated by brackets.

ORDINANCE NO. 2026 - 03

AN ORDINANCE REVISING THE 2026 FEE SCHEDULE

FOR THE CITY OF LAKE ELMO

The City Council of the City of Lake Elmo ordains:

SECTION I. Schedule Adopted. The attached revised 2026 fee schedule is hereby adopted.

SECTION II. Not Codified. The attached fee schedule is transitory in nature and shall not be codified in the City Code. The fee schedule established hereby shall be placed on file and available for public inspection at City Hall and on the City website.

SECTION III. Effect. The fees set out in the attached fee schedule apply notwithstanding any other fees the City has established which may be inconsistent. Any other fees imposed by the City which do not appear on the attached fee schedule remain in full force and effect.

SECTION V. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective for all billings rendered after March 17, 2026, and upon adoption and publication in the official newspaper of the City of Lake Elmo.

SECTION V. Adoption Date. This Ordinance No. 2026-03 was adopted on this 17th day of March 2026, by a vote of 3 Ayes and 0 Nays.

APPLICATION/FEE/PERMIT TYPE	2026 FEE	ADDITIONAL CHARGE, ESCROW or NOTES
Amateur Radio Antenna	$875.00
Appeal (to Board of Adjustment and Appeals)	$250.00
Bed and Breakfast Permit Fee	$100.00
Bee Keeping Permit	$25.00	Valid for 2 years from issuance
Building Regulations		* State Sur Charge Collected per MN Statute 326B.148 on all permits
Building Permit Fee Schedule * See refund schedule for allowable refunds
Total Valuation
$1.00 to $500.00	$29.50
$501.00 to $2,000.00	$28.00 for the first $500.00 plus $3.70 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00.
$2,001.00 to $25,000.00	$83.50 for the first $2,000.00 + $16.55 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00.
$25,001.00 to $50,000.00	$464.15 for the first $25,000.00 + $12.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00.
$50,001.00 to $100,000.00	$764.15 for the first $50,000.00 + $8.45 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00.
$100,001.00 to $500,000.00	$1,186.65 for the first $100,000.00 + $6.75 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000.00.
$500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00	$3,886.65 for the first $500,000.00 + $5.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000.00.
$1,000,001.00 and up	$6,636.65 for the first $1,000,000.00 + $4.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof.
Plan Review Fee	65% of building permit fee
Plan review for similar plans	25% of normal building permit fee (MN Rules 1300.0160 subp. 5)
Single Family Decks up to 200 SF	$100.00 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Decks 201-300 SF	$200.00 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Decks 301 SF & Greater	$300 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Residential Basement Finish Under 300 SF	$200.00 Flat Fee + Plan ReviewFee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Residential Basement Finish Over 301 SF	$400.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review Fee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Swimming Pool In-Ground	$200.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review Fee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of the project shall also be submitted with the Application. Other Planning & Escrow Fees May apply as determined by the Building Official & Planning
Swimming Pool Above-Ground	$75.00 with separate fence permit as needed	Other Planning Fees May Apply
Reinspection Fee	$75.00
Inspection outside normal business hours	$120.00 per hour - 2 hour minimum
Investigation fee - work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Additional Plan Review required by changes, addendum or revisions to plans	$75.00 per hour, one hour minimum
Building Demolition - Residential	$200.00	Escrow as determined by Building Official
Building Demolition - Commercial	$300.00	Escrow as determined by Building Official
Windows - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Doors - Residential	$150.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Roofing - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Roofing - Commercial	$250.00 minimum or 1.5% Value of work, whichever is greater
Siding - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Siding - Commercial	$250.00 minimum or 1.5% Value of work, whichever is greater
Residential Retaining Walls over 4'	$150.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Commercial Retaining Walls require a permit	Fee Based on Valuation + Plan Review fee	Other Planning Fees May Apply
Commercial Plumbing	$180.00 minimum or 1.5% value of work, whichever is greater
New Residential Construction Plumbing	$180.00 Flat Fee
Residential Remodel Plumbing	$60.00 Flat Fee
Sewer Service Installation Inspection	$60.00
Water Service Installation Inspection	$60.00
Sewer & Water Service Installation Inspection when completed together	$60.00
Investigation fee - Plumbing work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Commercial HVAC	$180.00 minimum or 1.5% value of work, whichever is greater
New Residential Construction HVAC	$180.00 Flat Fee
Residential Remodel HVAC	$60.00 Flat Fee
Fireplace Installation	$60.00 per unit
Investigation fee - HVAC work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Solar Residential Rooftop	$200.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application
Solar Residential Ground Base	$300.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application Other Planning Fees May Apply
All Commercial Solar Projects	Fee Based on Valuation + Plan Review	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application Other Planning Fees May Apply
Manufactured Home Move In	$200.00
Manufactured Home Move Out	$200.00
Moving House or Primary Structure into the City	2% Value of the Work plus security amount determined by the Building Official	Plus security amount determined by the Building Official
Moving Accessory Structure into the City	2% Value of the Work plus security amount determined by the Building Official	Plus security amount determined by the Building Official
Design Review Fee	$75.00	Intended to capture design review when it is not already included in a separate review process
Fire Permit Fee Schedule
Storage Tank Removal	$250
Storage Tank Installation	2% Value of the work
Plan Review Fee (Fire)	65% of permit fee based on valuation of job
Fire Suppression	2% Value, $100.00 minimum
Investigation fee - Fire Suppression work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Fire Alarm	2% Value, $100.00 minimum
Investigation fee - Fire Alarm work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Annual Retail Consumer Fireworks (retailers only selling fireworks)	$350.00 per location
Annual Retail Consumer Fireworks (all other retailers)	$100.00 per location
Outdoor Public Fireworks Display	$150.00 per location
Residential Day Care Inspections	$50.00
Residential Adult Care/Foster Care/Adoption Inspections	$50.00
Escrows - Building
Escrow Administration Fee	$100.00
New Single Family Dwelling Construction Escrow	$10,000 or an amount as determined by the Building Official.	This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met.
Two or more dwelling units per building Construction Escrow	$2,500.00 per unit, minimum $10,000 per buildling, or an amount determined by the Building Official	This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met.
Commercial/Industrial and Other structures	$5,000.00 or 10% of the value of the project or amount determined by the Building Official	This can be Cash, Check or Letter of Credit in a form approved by the City. This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met. Planning, Building, Public Works, Engineering, Fire and Finance must sign off on Escrow Release and any and all outstanding development, building or other fees are to be paid or withdrawn from the remaining amount. If fees are charged against this escrow it must be replenished to the minimum level of 10% of value. Financial Security shall be in place in an amount to cover remaining work prior to a Building Final Inspection being scheduled.
Other projects that might require escrow/security to ensure that the project is completed in a timely manner and to protect ROW, Public Areas, Easements, and adjoining property.	Escrow/Security to be determined by the Building Official & Planning.	Minimum Escrow - $300
Burning Permit
Residential	$45.00
Commercial	$80.00
Illegal Burn	see notes →	Additional fees may be incurred based on Wash. Cty. Chief's fee schedule and # of responding units
Firefighter Standby	Actual Staff Cost	Minimum 2 hours
Reinspection Fee (after initial and 1st re-inspection)	$75.00
Inspection outside normal business hours	$120.00 per hour - 2 hour minimum
Tent/Canopy (Over 400 sq. ft.)	$75.00 per location
Temporary LP	$80.00 per tank	Plan Review, inspection and operation, 180 day expiration
Fire Code/Policy Appeal	$250.00
CPR Training with Certification Card	$40.00 per person
Fire Administration Fee	4% of invoice amount
Chicken Keeping Permit	$25.00	Initial permit expires on 12/31 of 2nd year.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment	$1,500.00	Land Use Escrow $2500
Conditional Use Permit (CUP)		Wireless Communication Facilities Fee Escrow $10,000.00. Flood Plain Ordinance Fee Escrow $500.00. Land Use Escrow $2500
New	$1,250.00
Amended	$1,000.00
Contractor License Fees
Driveway	$50.00
Solid Waste Hauler	$120.00
Copy Services (Paper/Electronic)
Copies (B&W)	$0.25 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (Color)	$0.50 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (B&W) 11x17	$1.00 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (Color) 11x17	$2.00 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Data DVD Fee	$15.00
GIS Scaled Aerial	$25.00
Existing Maps	$5.00
Custom (Per Hour Rate)	$70.00
Plan Size Maps (Larger than 11x17)	$15.00
Development Standards Specs/Details	$55.00
Video reproduction	$10.00
Galvanized Culvert 18" x 24'	$425.00
Dog and Cat Impound fees
First Impound - Unlicensed Dog	$60.00	All Impound Fees plus $20/day Boarding Fee
First Impound - Licensed Dog	$42.00
First Impound - Cat	$42.00
Subsequent dog/cat impound	$85.00
Driveway
Residential - no curb cut on residential street	$50
Residential - curb cut on residential street	$100
Residential - curb cut on collector or arterial street	$100
Residential - second curb cut	additional $100
Commercial	$175.00
Easement Encroachment	$100.00	Staff & Recording Fee
Electronic Fund Withdrawal/Bill Payment	Fee + Trans. Charge
Environmental Review (EAW/EIS)	$1,500.00	$2,500 Land Use escrow
Village Area AUAR Fee	$230.00	Per REC Unit. To be charged to development applications that increase the number of REC units above existing conditions within the Village AUAR Area. The fee will be based on the difference between the proposed and existing REC units. Fee to be paid as part of a developer’s agreement for larger projects or at the time a building permit is issued for smaller projects. Once paid, the same land will not be charged again.
Business Subsidy Application	$1500	$10,000 Escrow
Erosion Control
Re-inspection Fee (portal to portal from City Hall: 1 Hr. min)	$50.00 per hour	$5,000.00 Security
Excavating & Grading ≥ 50 cubic yards, up to 400 cubic yds	$125.00	Security $500.00
Excavating & Grading ≥ 400 cubic yards/acre of site area	$500.00	$500.00 fee escrow. Plus Security as Determined by the Planning Department
False Alarms (12 Month Period)* (*1-3 no charge)
Residential
4th False Alarm	$125.00
Each Alarm In Excess of 4 False Alarms	$250.00
Commercial
4th False Alarm	$250.00
Each Alarm In Excess of 4 False Alarms	$500.00
Flood Plain District Delineation	$500.00
Golf Cart Operation Permit	$30.00
Mine Operation Inspection	$100.00	Per LEC 9.04.050(d)
Interim Use Permit (IUP)
Fee	$1,250.00	$2,500.00 Escrow
Renewal	$300.00
Liquor License
Club On-Sale Intoxicating	$100.00
On-Sale Intoxicating	$1500.00
Off-Sale Intoxicating	$200.00
Off-Sale Non-Intoxicating	$150.00
On-Sale Intoxicating - 2nd Building	$750.00
On-Sale Non-Intoxicating	$100.00
Investigation	$350.00
On-Sale Sunday Intoxicating	$200.00
Temporary Intoxicating	$25.00
Wine	$300.00
Lot Line Adjustment	$325.00	None
Massage Therapy Premises License
Application Fee	$100.00	Fee includes one Therapist
Investigation Fee	$100.00
Massage Therapy Practitioner License
Application Fee	$50.00
Investigation Fee	$25.00
Massage Therapy Premises License Renewal	$50.00	Fee includes one Therapist
Massage Therapy Practitioner License Renewal	$25.00
Massage Therapy License Amendment	$25.00
Minor Subdivision	$525.00	$1,000.00 escrow
Park Dedication
Residential - Up to three lots	$3,600.00 per lot	Four or more lots per §103.00.150
Commercial	$6,000.00 per acre
Parks & Shelter
Park & Shelter Rental up to 6 hours - Residents		$50.00 deposit
Park & Shelter Rental up to 6 hours - Non-residents	$50.00	$50.00 deposit
Field/Court Reservations up to 3 hours	$50/day deposit; $500/season deposit
Lion's Park Concession Stand-Residents	$25/day + $50 deposit; Season long fee - $500	$50.00 deposit
Lion's Park Concession Stand- Non-residents	$75/day + $50 deposit; Season long fee - $500	$50.00 deposit
City Provided Lights at Lions, Pebble, and Tablyn Parks	$20/reservation; $150/season
Parking Lots
Commercial	$200.00	$500 Fee Escrow. Plus Security as Determined by the Planning Department
Platting
Pre Application Conference	$2,000.00	$3,500 Fee Escrow
Preliminary Plat (Subdivision)	$3,000.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Preliminary Plat Revision	$1,250.00
Final Plat (Subdivision)	$2,500.00	$8,000 Fee Escrow
Final Plat (Extension Fee)	$100.00
Development Agreement Amendment	$1,000.00	$500.00 Fee Escrow
Planned Unit Development
Pre Application Conference	$2,000.00	$3,500 Fee Escrow
Development Stage Plan	$3,000.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Final Plat	$2,500.00	$8,000 Fee Escrow and City will retain escrows to reimburse review costs for each stage of Development
Private Roads (Permitted only in AG zone)	$150.00
Restrictive Soils and Wetland Restoration Protection and Preservation Permit	$800.00
Returned Check (NSF)	$30.00
Purchase of City Property		$2500 minimum escrow. Escrow to be determined by Community Development Director based on project. Escrow shall cover costs associated with the sale of property including but not limited to appraisal, title work, surveys.
Right-of-Way Permit
Annual Registration	$200.00	$5,000 Security
Excavation Permit	$275.00 + $.60/foot
Joint Trench Permit: shared length per Section 94.40 (C)	$275.00 + $.60/foot
Obstruction Permit	$275.00
Small Wireless Permit Fee	$275.00
Permit Extension	$100.00
Delay Penalty (per calendar day)	$25.00
SAC Charge (City) (Sewer Availability Charge)	$3,000.00	Per REC Unit: This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
SAC Charge (Met Council) (Sewer Availability Charge)	$2,485.00	Per REC Unit: $2,485 to Met Council at time of connection.
Sewer Connection Charge	$1,000.00	Per REC Unit. This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Sewer Lateral Benefit Charge	$14,300.00	Per REC Unit connecting to a Trunk Sewer Main and that has never been assessed
Real Estate Searches	$20.00/Search	For special assessment or utility search
Signs - Permanent	$180.00
Signs - Temporary	$75.00
Temporary Renewal	$25.00
Re-inspection Fee	$25.00
Special Event Permit	$75.00	City must be listed as additional insured
Storm Water
Residential - Annual	$95.00
Non-Residential (Commercial etc.) - Annual	$95.00	Utility rate factor per code
Residential - Quarterly	$23.75
Non-Residential (Commercial etc.) - Quarterly	$23.75	Utility rate factor per code
Review Fee	$177.50	$82.50 Review Fee/$95 Storm Water Fund
Downtown Regional Stormwater District Connection Charge	$1.40	per square foot of newly created or reconstructed impervious surface (Available only to properties located in the Downtown Stormwater District per Map 9-3).
Regional Infiltration Basin Volume Control Use Charge	$0.70	per square foot of newly created or reconstructed impervious surface (Available only to properties located in the Downs Lake subwatershed).
Vacations (Streets or Easements)
Easements	$525.00	$500 Fee Escrow
Streets	$525.00	$500 Fee Escrow
Variance	$1,250.00	$1000 Fee Escrow
Utility Delinquent Accounts
Regular	6% per quarter	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Sewer	6% per quarter	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Storm Water	10% per year, 6% per quarter (for qrtly bills) or $5 minimum	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Water Availability Charge (WAC)	$3,000.00	Per REC Unit; This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Water Connection Charge	$1,000.00	Per REC Unit; This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Water Equipment/Set up
Meter (3/4" or less)	$423.65	Additional fees apply to larger sized meters
1" Meter	$490.85
Irrigation 1 and 1/2" meter	$1,433.50
1 & 1/2" Meter	$1,778.30
Irrigation 2" meter	$1,402.80
2" Meter	$2,013.80
Irrigation 3" meter	$1,842.80
3" Meter	$2,530.80
4" Meter	$3,090.80
Driveway Curb Stop Lid	$130.00
Disconnect Service	$50.45
Reconnect Service	$50.45
After Hour Disconnect Service	$151.34
After Hour Reconnect Service	$151.34	if not reconnected within first two hours of disconnect
Water Lateral Benefit Charge	$7,000.00	Per REC Unit connecting to a Trunk Water Main and that has never been assessed
Water Meter Testing Request
Testing a 3/4" or 1" water meter	$166.00	Fee will be reimbursed in full if meter found not reading within AWWA allowed tolerances
Testing a 1 1/2" or larger water meter	$376.00	Fee will be reimbursed in full if meter found not reading within AWWA allowed tolerances
Water Usage
Residential - Quarterly Base Rate	$27.02 Base
Residential - Plus Rate per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-15,000 Gallons	$2.70
Plus Rate for 15,001-30,000 Gallons	$3.25
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$3.89
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000 Gallons	$4.68
Plus Rate for 80,001 + Gallons	$5.59
Water Usage
Multi-Family - Quarterly Base Rate	$27.02	4 or more units per building, billed per unit
Multi-Family - Plus Rate per 1,000 gallons	$2.70
Water Useage
Commercial - Quarterly Rate	$40.54 Base
Commercial - Plus Rate per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-15,000 Gallons	$5.03
Plus Rate for 15,001-30,000 Gallons	$5.28
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$6.11
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000 Gallons	$8.09
Plus Rate for 80,001 + Gallons	$10.75
Water Usage
Hotel / Motel - Quarterly Rate	$40.54 Base	For metered non-irrigation (domestic) consumption
Hotel / Motel - Plus Rate Per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-30,000 Gallons	$5.03
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$5.28
Plus Rate for 50,001 + Gallons	$6.47
Irrigation Water Useage
Irrigation - Quarterly Base Rate	$40.54
Irrigation - Plus Rate Per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-30,000	$3.90
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000	$4.67
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000	$5.62
Plus Rate for 80,001+ Gallons	$6.71

Bulk Water Purchase
Water from Hydrant	$131.16 first 5,000 gallons	Plus $3.45/additional 1,000 gallons
Violation of Odd/Even Watering Ban Penalty	see notes →	1st violation - warning. 2nd violation - $100. Each subsequent violation shall increase by $100 for the same property owner within the same calendar year. After the 4th violation a 24 hour disconnect notice will be placed at the property unless irrigation connection disasembled.
Wind Generator	$850.00	$2,000 Fee Escrow
Wireless Communication Permit (co-location)	$500.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Zoning Amendment (Text or Map)	$1,250.00	$2,500 Fee Escrow
Zoning Certification Letter	$50.00
Zoning Permit - Certificate of Zoning Compliance
Fence Permit	$75.00
Accessory Structures < 200 SF	$75.00
Other	$75.00
Definition of Terms
*Fee Escrow: City will maintain a fee escrow to cover all City review costs. Application fees include all professional fees and expenses incurred by the City.
**Security: City will retain a security escrow to ensure completion of work as directed by the approved permit/application and compliance with the State Building Code and the City of Lake Elmo Municipal Code.


Permit Refund Fee Schedule
Application Permit Type	Fee	Amount of refund if requested within 180 days of permit issuance and no construction has started
Building	Building Permit fee	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permit or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.
	Plan Review Fee	0% (if plan review started or completed), 100% (if plan review not started)
	State Surcharge	100% (if not yet paid to State)
	SAC (City) Fee	100% (if not started)
	Construction Escrow	0%
	Administration Fee	0%
	Water Availability Charge	100% (If not started)
	Driveway Fee	100% (If not started)
Mechanical	Residential / Commercial	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permits or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.
Plumbing	Residential / Commercial	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permits or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.

Adopted by City Council -March 17, 2026

HISTORY
Approved by Ord. 08-241 Fee Schedule on 12/1/2020
Amended by Ord. 08-241 on 12/1/2020
Amended by Ord. 2021-002 on 12/7/2021
Approved by Ord. 2021-002 Fee schedule on 12/7/2021
Amended by Ord. 2022-17 Fee Schedule on 12/6/2022
Amended by Ord. 2023-13 on 6/6/2023
Amended by Ord. 2025-09 on 3/18/2025
Amended by Ord. 2026-03 on 3/17/2026

08-241 Fee Schedule

08-241

2021-002

2021-002 Fee schedule

2022-17 Fee Schedule

2023-13

2025-09

2026-03

Lake Elmo City Zoning Code

APPENDIX A

FEE SCHEDULE

ORDINANCE NO. 2026 - 03

AN ORDINANCE REVISING THE 2026 FEE SCHEDULE

FOR THE CITY OF LAKE ELMO

The City Council of the City of Lake Elmo ordains:

SECTION I. Schedule Adopted. The attached revised 2026 fee schedule is hereby adopted.

SECTION V. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective for all billings rendered after March 17, 2026, and upon adoption and publication in the official newspaper of the City of Lake Elmo.

SECTION V. Adoption Date. This Ordinance No. 2026-03 was adopted on this 17th day of March 2026, by a vote of 3 Ayes and 0 Nays.

APPLICATION/FEE/PERMIT TYPE	2026 FEE	ADDITIONAL CHARGE, ESCROW or NOTES
Amateur Radio Antenna	$875.00
Appeal (to Board of Adjustment and Appeals)	$250.00
Bed and Breakfast Permit Fee	$100.00
Bee Keeping Permit	$25.00	Valid for 2 years from issuance
Building Regulations		* State Sur Charge Collected per MN Statute 326B.148 on all permits
Building Permit Fee Schedule * See refund schedule for allowable refunds
Total Valuation
$1.00 to $500.00	$29.50
$501.00 to $2,000.00	$28.00 for the first $500.00 plus $3.70 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00.
$2,001.00 to $25,000.00	$83.50 for the first $2,000.00 + $16.55 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00.
$25,001.00 to $50,000.00	$464.15 for the first $25,000.00 + $12.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00.
$50,001.00 to $100,000.00	$764.15 for the first $50,000.00 + $8.45 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00.
$100,001.00 to $500,000.00	$1,186.65 for the first $100,000.00 + $6.75 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000.00.
$500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00	$3,886.65 for the first $500,000.00 + $5.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000.00.
$1,000,001.00 and up	$6,636.65 for the first $1,000,000.00 + $4.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof.
Plan Review Fee	65% of building permit fee
Plan review for similar plans	25% of normal building permit fee (MN Rules 1300.0160 subp. 5)
Single Family Decks up to 200 SF	$100.00 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Decks 201-300 SF	$200.00 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Decks 301 SF & Greater	$300 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Residential Basement Finish Under 300 SF	$200.00 Flat Fee + Plan ReviewFee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Residential Basement Finish Over 301 SF	$400.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review Fee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Swimming Pool In-Ground	$200.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review Fee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of the project shall also be submitted with the Application. Other Planning & Escrow Fees May apply as determined by the Building Official & Planning
Swimming Pool Above-Ground	$75.00 with separate fence permit as needed	Other Planning Fees May Apply
Reinspection Fee	$75.00
Inspection outside normal business hours	$120.00 per hour - 2 hour minimum
Investigation fee - work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Additional Plan Review required by changes, addendum or revisions to plans	$75.00 per hour, one hour minimum
Building Demolition - Residential	$200.00	Escrow as determined by Building Official
Building Demolition - Commercial	$300.00	Escrow as determined by Building Official
Windows - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Doors - Residential	$150.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Roofing - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Roofing - Commercial	$250.00 minimum or 1.5% Value of work, whichever is greater
Siding - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Siding - Commercial	$250.00 minimum or 1.5% Value of work, whichever is greater
Residential Retaining Walls over 4'	$150.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Commercial Retaining Walls require a permit	Fee Based on Valuation + Plan Review fee	Other Planning Fees May Apply
Commercial Plumbing	$180.00 minimum or 1.5% value of work, whichever is greater
New Residential Construction Plumbing	$180.00 Flat Fee
Residential Remodel Plumbing	$60.00 Flat Fee
Sewer Service Installation Inspection	$60.00
Water Service Installation Inspection	$60.00
Sewer & Water Service Installation Inspection when completed together	$60.00
Investigation fee - Plumbing work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Commercial HVAC	$180.00 minimum or 1.5% value of work, whichever is greater
New Residential Construction HVAC	$180.00 Flat Fee
Residential Remodel HVAC	$60.00 Flat Fee
Fireplace Installation	$60.00 per unit
Investigation fee - HVAC work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Solar Residential Rooftop	$200.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application
Solar Residential Ground Base	$300.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application Other Planning Fees May Apply
All Commercial Solar Projects	Fee Based on Valuation + Plan Review	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application Other Planning Fees May Apply
Manufactured Home Move In	$200.00
Manufactured Home Move Out	$200.00
Moving House or Primary Structure into the City	2% Value of the Work plus security amount determined by the Building Official	Plus security amount determined by the Building Official
Moving Accessory Structure into the City	2% Value of the Work plus security amount determined by the Building Official	Plus security amount determined by the Building Official
Design Review Fee	$75.00	Intended to capture design review when it is not already included in a separate review process
Fire Permit Fee Schedule
Storage Tank Removal	$250
Storage Tank Installation	2% Value of the work
Plan Review Fee (Fire)	65% of permit fee based on valuation of job
Fire Suppression	2% Value, $100.00 minimum
Investigation fee - Fire Suppression work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Fire Alarm	2% Value, $100.00 minimum
Investigation fee - Fire Alarm work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Annual Retail Consumer Fireworks (retailers only selling fireworks)	$350.00 per location
Annual Retail Consumer Fireworks (all other retailers)	$100.00 per location
Outdoor Public Fireworks Display	$150.00 per location
Residential Day Care Inspections	$50.00
Residential Adult Care/Foster Care/Adoption Inspections	$50.00
Escrows - Building
Escrow Administration Fee	$100.00
New Single Family Dwelling Construction Escrow	$10,000 or an amount as determined by the Building Official.	This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met.
Two or more dwelling units per building Construction Escrow	$2,500.00 per unit, minimum $10,000 per buildling, or an amount determined by the Building Official	This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met.
Commercial/Industrial and Other structures	$5,000.00 or 10% of the value of the project or amount determined by the Building Official	This can be Cash, Check or Letter of Credit in a form approved by the City. This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met. Planning, Building, Public Works, Engineering, Fire and Finance must sign off on Escrow Release and any and all outstanding development, building or other fees are to be paid or withdrawn from the remaining amount. If fees are charged against this escrow it must be replenished to the minimum level of 10% of value. Financial Security shall be in place in an amount to cover remaining work prior to a Building Final Inspection being scheduled.
Other projects that might require escrow/security to ensure that the project is completed in a timely manner and to protect ROW, Public Areas, Easements, and adjoining property.	Escrow/Security to be determined by the Building Official & Planning.	Minimum Escrow - $300
Burning Permit
Residential	$45.00
Commercial	$80.00
Illegal Burn	see notes →	Additional fees may be incurred based on Wash. Cty. Chief's fee schedule and # of responding units
Firefighter Standby	Actual Staff Cost	Minimum 2 hours
Reinspection Fee (after initial and 1st re-inspection)	$75.00
Inspection outside normal business hours	$120.00 per hour - 2 hour minimum
Tent/Canopy (Over 400 sq. ft.)	$75.00 per location
Temporary LP	$80.00 per tank	Plan Review, inspection and operation, 180 day expiration
Fire Code/Policy Appeal	$250.00
CPR Training with Certification Card	$40.00 per person
Fire Administration Fee	4% of invoice amount
Chicken Keeping Permit	$25.00	Initial permit expires on 12/31 of 2nd year.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment	$1,500.00	Land Use Escrow $2500
Conditional Use Permit (CUP)		Wireless Communication Facilities Fee Escrow $10,000.00. Flood Plain Ordinance Fee Escrow $500.00. Land Use Escrow $2500
New	$1,250.00
Amended	$1,000.00
Contractor License Fees
Driveway	$50.00
Solid Waste Hauler	$120.00
Copy Services (Paper/Electronic)
Copies (B&W)	$0.25 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (Color)	$0.50 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (B&W) 11x17	$1.00 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (Color) 11x17	$2.00 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Data DVD Fee	$15.00
GIS Scaled Aerial	$25.00
Existing Maps	$5.00
Custom (Per Hour Rate)	$70.00
Plan Size Maps (Larger than 11x17)	$15.00
Development Standards Specs/Details	$55.00
Video reproduction	$10.00
Galvanized Culvert 18" x 24'	$425.00
Dog and Cat Impound fees
First Impound - Unlicensed Dog	$60.00	All Impound Fees plus $20/day Boarding Fee
First Impound - Licensed Dog	$42.00
First Impound - Cat	$42.00
Subsequent dog/cat impound	$85.00
Driveway
Residential - no curb cut on residential street	$50
Residential - curb cut on residential street	$100
Residential - curb cut on collector or arterial street	$100
Residential - second curb cut	additional $100
Commercial	$175.00
Easement Encroachment	$100.00	Staff & Recording Fee
Electronic Fund Withdrawal/Bill Payment	Fee + Trans. Charge
Environmental Review (EAW/EIS)	$1,500.00	$2,500 Land Use escrow
Village Area AUAR Fee	$230.00	Per REC Unit. To be charged to development applications that increase the number of REC units above existing conditions within the Village AUAR Area. The fee will be based on the difference between the proposed and existing REC units. Fee to be paid as part of a developer’s agreement for larger projects or at the time a building permit is issued for smaller projects. Once paid, the same land will not be charged again.
Business Subsidy Application	$1500	$10,000 Escrow
Erosion Control
Re-inspection Fee (portal to portal from City Hall: 1 Hr. min)	$50.00 per hour	$5,000.00 Security
Excavating & Grading ≥ 50 cubic yards, up to 400 cubic yds	$125.00	Security $500.00
Excavating & Grading ≥ 400 cubic yards/acre of site area	$500.00	$500.00 fee escrow. Plus Security as Determined by the Planning Department
False Alarms (12 Month Period)* (*1-3 no charge)
Residential
4th False Alarm	$125.00
Each Alarm In Excess of 4 False Alarms	$250.00
Commercial
4th False Alarm	$250.00
Each Alarm In Excess of 4 False Alarms	$500.00
Flood Plain District Delineation	$500.00
Golf Cart Operation Permit	$30.00
Mine Operation Inspection	$100.00	Per LEC 9.04.050(d)
Interim Use Permit (IUP)
Fee	$1,250.00	$2,500.00 Escrow
Renewal	$300.00
Liquor License
Club On-Sale Intoxicating	$100.00
On-Sale Intoxicating	$1500.00
Off-Sale Intoxicating	$200.00
Off-Sale Non-Intoxicating	$150.00
On-Sale Intoxicating - 2nd Building	$750.00
On-Sale Non-Intoxicating	$100.00
Investigation	$350.00
On-Sale Sunday Intoxicating	$200.00
Temporary Intoxicating	$25.00
Wine	$300.00
Lot Line Adjustment	$325.00	None
Massage Therapy Premises License
Application Fee	$100.00	Fee includes one Therapist
Investigation Fee	$100.00
Massage Therapy Practitioner License
Application Fee	$50.00
Investigation Fee	$25.00
Massage Therapy Premises License Renewal	$50.00	Fee includes one Therapist
Massage Therapy Practitioner License Renewal	$25.00
Massage Therapy License Amendment	$25.00
Minor Subdivision	$525.00	$1,000.00 escrow
Park Dedication
Residential - Up to three lots	$3,600.00 per lot	Four or more lots per §103.00.150
Commercial	$6,000.00 per acre
Parks & Shelter
Park & Shelter Rental up to 6 hours - Residents		$50.00 deposit
Park & Shelter Rental up to 6 hours - Non-residents	$50.00	$50.00 deposit
Field/Court Reservations up to 3 hours	$50/day deposit; $500/season deposit
Lion's Park Concession Stand-Residents	$25/day + $50 deposit; Season long fee - $500	$50.00 deposit
Lion's Park Concession Stand- Non-residents	$75/day + $50 deposit; Season long fee - $500	$50.00 deposit
City Provided Lights at Lions, Pebble, and Tablyn Parks	$20/reservation; $150/season
Parking Lots
Commercial	$200.00	$500 Fee Escrow. Plus Security as Determined by the Planning Department
Platting
Pre Application Conference	$2,000.00	$3,500 Fee Escrow
Preliminary Plat (Subdivision)	$3,000.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Preliminary Plat Revision	$1,250.00
Final Plat (Subdivision)	$2,500.00	$8,000 Fee Escrow
Final Plat (Extension Fee)	$100.00
Development Agreement Amendment	$1,000.00	$500.00 Fee Escrow
Planned Unit Development
Pre Application Conference	$2,000.00	$3,500 Fee Escrow
Development Stage Plan	$3,000.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Final Plat	$2,500.00	$8,000 Fee Escrow and City will retain escrows to reimburse review costs for each stage of Development
Private Roads (Permitted only in AG zone)	$150.00
Restrictive Soils and Wetland Restoration Protection and Preservation Permit	$800.00
Returned Check (NSF)	$30.00
Purchase of City Property		$2500 minimum escrow. Escrow to be determined by Community Development Director based on project. Escrow shall cover costs associated with the sale of property including but not limited to appraisal, title work, surveys.
Right-of-Way Permit
Annual Registration	$200.00	$5,000 Security
Excavation Permit	$275.00 + $.60/foot
Joint Trench Permit: shared length per Section 94.40 (C)	$275.00 + $.60/foot
Obstruction Permit	$275.00
Small Wireless Permit Fee	$275.00
Permit Extension	$100.00
Delay Penalty (per calendar day)	$25.00
SAC Charge (City) (Sewer Availability Charge)	$3,000.00	Per REC Unit: This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
SAC Charge (Met Council) (Sewer Availability Charge)	$2,485.00	Per REC Unit: $2,485 to Met Council at time of connection.
Sewer Connection Charge	$1,000.00	Per REC Unit. This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Sewer Lateral Benefit Charge	$14,300.00	Per REC Unit connecting to a Trunk Sewer Main and that has never been assessed
Real Estate Searches	$20.00/Search	For special assessment or utility search
Signs - Permanent	$180.00
Signs - Temporary	$75.00
Temporary Renewal	$25.00
Re-inspection Fee	$25.00
Special Event Permit	$75.00	City must be listed as additional insured
Storm Water
Residential - Annual	$95.00
Non-Residential (Commercial etc.) - Annual	$95.00	Utility rate factor per code
Residential - Quarterly	$23.75
Non-Residential (Commercial etc.) - Quarterly	$23.75	Utility rate factor per code
Review Fee	$177.50	$82.50 Review Fee/$95 Storm Water Fund
Downtown Regional Stormwater District Connection Charge	$1.40	per square foot of newly created or reconstructed impervious surface (Available only to properties located in the Downtown Stormwater District per Map 9-3).
Regional Infiltration Basin Volume Control Use Charge	$0.70	per square foot of newly created or reconstructed impervious surface (Available only to properties located in the Downs Lake subwatershed).
Vacations (Streets or Easements)
Easements	$525.00	$500 Fee Escrow
Streets	$525.00	$500 Fee Escrow
Variance	$1,250.00	$1000 Fee Escrow
Utility Delinquent Accounts
Regular	6% per quarter	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Sewer	6% per quarter	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Storm Water	10% per year, 6% per quarter (for qrtly bills) or $5 minimum	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Water Availability Charge (WAC)	$3,000.00	Per REC Unit; This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Water Connection Charge	$1,000.00	Per REC Unit; This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Water Equipment/Set up
Meter (3/4" or less)	$423.65	Additional fees apply to larger sized meters
1" Meter	$490.85
Irrigation 1 and 1/2" meter	$1,433.50
1 & 1/2" Meter	$1,778.30
Irrigation 2" meter	$1,402.80
2" Meter	$2,013.80
Irrigation 3" meter	$1,842.80
3" Meter	$2,530.80
4" Meter	$3,090.80
Driveway Curb Stop Lid	$130.00
Disconnect Service	$50.45
Reconnect Service	$50.45
After Hour Disconnect Service	$151.34
After Hour Reconnect Service	$151.34	if not reconnected within first two hours of disconnect
Water Lateral Benefit Charge	$7,000.00	Per REC Unit connecting to a Trunk Water Main and that has never been assessed
Water Meter Testing Request
Testing a 3/4" or 1" water meter	$166.00	Fee will be reimbursed in full if meter found not reading within AWWA allowed tolerances
Testing a 1 1/2" or larger water meter	$376.00	Fee will be reimbursed in full if meter found not reading within AWWA allowed tolerances
Water Usage
Residential - Quarterly Base Rate	$27.02 Base
Residential - Plus Rate per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-15,000 Gallons	$2.70
Plus Rate for 15,001-30,000 Gallons	$3.25
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$3.89
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000 Gallons	$4.68
Plus Rate for 80,001 + Gallons	$5.59
Water Usage
Multi-Family - Quarterly Base Rate	$27.02	4 or more units per building, billed per unit
Multi-Family - Plus Rate per 1,000 gallons	$2.70
Water Useage
Commercial - Quarterly Rate	$40.54 Base
Commercial - Plus Rate per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-15,000 Gallons	$5.03
Plus Rate for 15,001-30,000 Gallons	$5.28
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$6.11
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000 Gallons	$8.09
Plus Rate for 80,001 + Gallons	$10.75
Water Usage
Hotel / Motel - Quarterly Rate	$40.54 Base	For metered non-irrigation (domestic) consumption
Hotel / Motel - Plus Rate Per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-30,000 Gallons	$5.03
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$5.28
Plus Rate for 50,001 + Gallons	$6.47
Irrigation Water Useage
Irrigation - Quarterly Base Rate	$40.54
Irrigation - Plus Rate Per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-30,000	$3.90
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000	$4.67
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000	$5.62
Plus Rate for 80,001+ Gallons	$6.71

Bulk Water Purchase
Water from Hydrant	$131.16 first 5,000 gallons	Plus $3.45/additional 1,000 gallons
Violation of Odd/Even Watering Ban Penalty	see notes →	1st violation - warning. 2nd violation - $100. Each subsequent violation shall increase by $100 for the same property owner within the same calendar year. After the 4th violation a 24 hour disconnect notice will be placed at the property unless irrigation connection disasembled.
Wind Generator	$850.00	$2,000 Fee Escrow
Wireless Communication Permit (co-location)	$500.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Zoning Amendment (Text or Map)	$1,250.00	$2,500 Fee Escrow
Zoning Certification Letter	$50.00
Zoning Permit - Certificate of Zoning Compliance
Fence Permit	$75.00
Accessory Structures < 200 SF	$75.00
Other	$75.00
Definition of Terms
*Fee Escrow: City will maintain a fee escrow to cover all City review costs. Application fees include all professional fees and expenses incurred by the City.
**Security: City will retain a security escrow to ensure completion of work as directed by the approved permit/application and compliance with the State Building Code and the City of Lake Elmo Municipal Code.


Permit Refund Fee Schedule
Application Permit Type	Fee	Amount of refund if requested within 180 days of permit issuance and no construction has started
Building	Building Permit fee	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permit or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.
	Plan Review Fee	0% (if plan review started or completed), 100% (if plan review not started)
	State Surcharge	100% (if not yet paid to State)
	SAC (City) Fee	100% (if not started)
	Construction Escrow	0%
	Administration Fee	0%
	Water Availability Charge	100% (If not started)
	Driveway Fee	100% (If not started)
Mechanical	Residential / Commercial	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permits or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.
Plumbing	Residential / Commercial	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permits or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.

Adopted by City Council -March 17, 2026

08-241 Fee Schedule

08-241

2021-002

2021-002 Fee schedule

2022-17 Fee Schedule

2023-13

2025-09

2026-03

Lake Elmo City Zoning Code

APPENDIX A

FEE SCHEDULE

ORDINANCE NO. 2026 - 03

AN ORDINANCE REVISING THE 2026 FEE SCHEDULE

FOR THE CITY OF LAKE ELMO

The City Council of the City of Lake Elmo ordains:

SECTION I. Schedule Adopted. The attached revised 2026 fee schedule is hereby adopted.

SECTION V. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective for all billings rendered after March 17, 2026, and upon adoption and publication in the official newspaper of the City of Lake Elmo.

SECTION V. Adoption Date. This Ordinance No. 2026-03 was adopted on this 17th day of March 2026, by a vote of 3 Ayes and 0 Nays.

APPLICATION/FEE/PERMIT TYPE	2026 FEE	ADDITIONAL CHARGE, ESCROW or NOTES
Amateur Radio Antenna	$875.00
Appeal (to Board of Adjustment and Appeals)	$250.00
Bed and Breakfast Permit Fee	$100.00
Bee Keeping Permit	$25.00	Valid for 2 years from issuance
Building Regulations		* State Sur Charge Collected per MN Statute 326B.148 on all permits
Building Permit Fee Schedule * See refund schedule for allowable refunds
Total Valuation
$1.00 to $500.00	$29.50
$501.00 to $2,000.00	$28.00 for the first $500.00 plus $3.70 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00.
$2,001.00 to $25,000.00	$83.50 for the first $2,000.00 + $16.55 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00.
$25,001.00 to $50,000.00	$464.15 for the first $25,000.00 + $12.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00.
$50,001.00 to $100,000.00	$764.15 for the first $50,000.00 + $8.45 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00.
$100,001.00 to $500,000.00	$1,186.65 for the first $100,000.00 + $6.75 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000.00.
$500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00	$3,886.65 for the first $500,000.00 + $5.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000.00.
$1,000,001.00 and up	$6,636.65 for the first $1,000,000.00 + $4.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof.
Plan Review Fee	65% of building permit fee
Plan review for similar plans	25% of normal building permit fee (MN Rules 1300.0160 subp. 5)
Single Family Decks up to 200 SF	$100.00 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Decks 201-300 SF	$200.00 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Decks 301 SF & Greater	$300 Flat Fee + plan review	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Residential Basement Finish Under 300 SF	$200.00 Flat Fee + Plan ReviewFee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Single Family Residential Basement Finish Over 301 SF	$400.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review Fee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Swimming Pool In-Ground	$200.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review Fee + Plumbing and HVAC Permit Fees As needed	Valuation of the project shall also be submitted with the Application. Other Planning & Escrow Fees May apply as determined by the Building Official & Planning
Swimming Pool Above-Ground	$75.00 with separate fence permit as needed	Other Planning Fees May Apply
Reinspection Fee	$75.00
Inspection outside normal business hours	$120.00 per hour - 2 hour minimum
Investigation fee - work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Additional Plan Review required by changes, addendum or revisions to plans	$75.00 per hour, one hour minimum
Building Demolition - Residential	$200.00	Escrow as determined by Building Official
Building Demolition - Commercial	$300.00	Escrow as determined by Building Official
Windows - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Doors - Residential	$150.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Roofing - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Roofing - Commercial	$250.00 minimum or 1.5% Value of work, whichever is greater
Siding - Residential	$250.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Siding - Commercial	$250.00 minimum or 1.5% Value of work, whichever is greater
Residential Retaining Walls over 4'	$150.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of project shall also be submitted with Application
Commercial Retaining Walls require a permit	Fee Based on Valuation + Plan Review fee	Other Planning Fees May Apply
Commercial Plumbing	$180.00 minimum or 1.5% value of work, whichever is greater
New Residential Construction Plumbing	$180.00 Flat Fee
Residential Remodel Plumbing	$60.00 Flat Fee
Sewer Service Installation Inspection	$60.00
Water Service Installation Inspection	$60.00
Sewer & Water Service Installation Inspection when completed together	$60.00
Investigation fee - Plumbing work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Commercial HVAC	$180.00 minimum or 1.5% value of work, whichever is greater
New Residential Construction HVAC	$180.00 Flat Fee
Residential Remodel HVAC	$60.00 Flat Fee
Fireplace Installation	$60.00 per unit
Investigation fee - HVAC work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Solar Residential Rooftop	$200.00 Flat Fee	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application
Solar Residential Ground Base	$300.00 Flat Fee + Plan Review	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application Other Planning Fees May Apply
All Commercial Solar Projects	Fee Based on Valuation + Plan Review	Valuation of Project shall also be submitted with Application Other Planning Fees May Apply
Manufactured Home Move In	$200.00
Manufactured Home Move Out	$200.00
Moving House or Primary Structure into the City	2% Value of the Work plus security amount determined by the Building Official	Plus security amount determined by the Building Official
Moving Accessory Structure into the City	2% Value of the Work plus security amount determined by the Building Official	Plus security amount determined by the Building Official
Design Review Fee	$75.00	Intended to capture design review when it is not already included in a separate review process
Fire Permit Fee Schedule
Storage Tank Removal	$250
Storage Tank Installation	2% Value of the work
Plan Review Fee (Fire)	65% of permit fee based on valuation of job
Fire Suppression	2% Value, $100.00 minimum
Investigation fee - Fire Suppression work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Fire Alarm	2% Value, $100.00 minimum
Investigation fee - Fire Alarm work started without required permit	Equal to permit fee amount
Annual Retail Consumer Fireworks (retailers only selling fireworks)	$350.00 per location
Annual Retail Consumer Fireworks (all other retailers)	$100.00 per location
Outdoor Public Fireworks Display	$150.00 per location
Residential Day Care Inspections	$50.00
Residential Adult Care/Foster Care/Adoption Inspections	$50.00
Escrows - Building
Escrow Administration Fee	$100.00
New Single Family Dwelling Construction Escrow	$10,000 or an amount as determined by the Building Official.	This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met.
Two or more dwelling units per building Construction Escrow	$2,500.00 per unit, minimum $10,000 per buildling, or an amount determined by the Building Official	This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met.
Commercial/Industrial and Other structures	$5,000.00 or 10% of the value of the project or amount determined by the Building Official	This can be Cash, Check or Letter of Credit in a form approved by the City. This is not to be returned until LEC 105.08.100 Security Escrow for Construction is met. Planning, Building, Public Works, Engineering, Fire and Finance must sign off on Escrow Release and any and all outstanding development, building or other fees are to be paid or withdrawn from the remaining amount. If fees are charged against this escrow it must be replenished to the minimum level of 10% of value. Financial Security shall be in place in an amount to cover remaining work prior to a Building Final Inspection being scheduled.
Other projects that might require escrow/security to ensure that the project is completed in a timely manner and to protect ROW, Public Areas, Easements, and adjoining property.	Escrow/Security to be determined by the Building Official & Planning.	Minimum Escrow - $300
Burning Permit
Residential	$45.00
Commercial	$80.00
Illegal Burn	see notes →	Additional fees may be incurred based on Wash. Cty. Chief's fee schedule and # of responding units
Firefighter Standby	Actual Staff Cost	Minimum 2 hours
Reinspection Fee (after initial and 1st re-inspection)	$75.00
Inspection outside normal business hours	$120.00 per hour - 2 hour minimum
Tent/Canopy (Over 400 sq. ft.)	$75.00 per location
Temporary LP	$80.00 per tank	Plan Review, inspection and operation, 180 day expiration
Fire Code/Policy Appeal	$250.00
CPR Training with Certification Card	$40.00 per person
Fire Administration Fee	4% of invoice amount
Chicken Keeping Permit	$25.00	Initial permit expires on 12/31 of 2nd year.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment	$1,500.00	Land Use Escrow $2500
Conditional Use Permit (CUP)		Wireless Communication Facilities Fee Escrow $10,000.00. Flood Plain Ordinance Fee Escrow $500.00. Land Use Escrow $2500
New	$1,250.00
Amended	$1,000.00
Contractor License Fees
Driveway	$50.00
Solid Waste Hauler	$120.00
Copy Services (Paper/Electronic)
Copies (B&W)	$0.25 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (Color)	$0.50 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (B&W) 11x17	$1.00 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Copies (Color) 11x17	$2.00 per page	100 pages or more are charged at actual cost of production
Data DVD Fee	$15.00
GIS Scaled Aerial	$25.00
Existing Maps	$5.00
Custom (Per Hour Rate)	$70.00
Plan Size Maps (Larger than 11x17)	$15.00
Development Standards Specs/Details	$55.00
Video reproduction	$10.00
Galvanized Culvert 18" x 24'	$425.00
Dog and Cat Impound fees
First Impound - Unlicensed Dog	$60.00	All Impound Fees plus $20/day Boarding Fee
First Impound - Licensed Dog	$42.00
First Impound - Cat	$42.00
Subsequent dog/cat impound	$85.00
Driveway
Residential - no curb cut on residential street	$50
Residential - curb cut on residential street	$100
Residential - curb cut on collector or arterial street	$100
Residential - second curb cut	additional $100
Commercial	$175.00
Easement Encroachment	$100.00	Staff & Recording Fee
Electronic Fund Withdrawal/Bill Payment	Fee + Trans. Charge
Environmental Review (EAW/EIS)	$1,500.00	$2,500 Land Use escrow
Village Area AUAR Fee	$230.00	Per REC Unit. To be charged to development applications that increase the number of REC units above existing conditions within the Village AUAR Area. The fee will be based on the difference between the proposed and existing REC units. Fee to be paid as part of a developer’s agreement for larger projects or at the time a building permit is issued for smaller projects. Once paid, the same land will not be charged again.
Business Subsidy Application	$1500	$10,000 Escrow
Erosion Control
Re-inspection Fee (portal to portal from City Hall: 1 Hr. min)	$50.00 per hour	$5,000.00 Security
Excavating & Grading ≥ 50 cubic yards, up to 400 cubic yds	$125.00	Security $500.00
Excavating & Grading ≥ 400 cubic yards/acre of site area	$500.00	$500.00 fee escrow. Plus Security as Determined by the Planning Department
False Alarms (12 Month Period)* (*1-3 no charge)
Residential
4th False Alarm	$125.00
Each Alarm In Excess of 4 False Alarms	$250.00
Commercial
4th False Alarm	$250.00
Each Alarm In Excess of 4 False Alarms	$500.00
Flood Plain District Delineation	$500.00
Golf Cart Operation Permit	$30.00
Mine Operation Inspection	$100.00	Per LEC 9.04.050(d)
Interim Use Permit (IUP)
Fee	$1,250.00	$2,500.00 Escrow
Renewal	$300.00
Liquor License
Club On-Sale Intoxicating	$100.00
On-Sale Intoxicating	$1500.00
Off-Sale Intoxicating	$200.00
Off-Sale Non-Intoxicating	$150.00
On-Sale Intoxicating - 2nd Building	$750.00
On-Sale Non-Intoxicating	$100.00
Investigation	$350.00
On-Sale Sunday Intoxicating	$200.00
Temporary Intoxicating	$25.00
Wine	$300.00
Lot Line Adjustment	$325.00	None
Massage Therapy Premises License
Application Fee	$100.00	Fee includes one Therapist
Investigation Fee	$100.00
Massage Therapy Practitioner License
Application Fee	$50.00
Investigation Fee	$25.00
Massage Therapy Premises License Renewal	$50.00	Fee includes one Therapist
Massage Therapy Practitioner License Renewal	$25.00
Massage Therapy License Amendment	$25.00
Minor Subdivision	$525.00	$1,000.00 escrow
Park Dedication
Residential - Up to three lots	$3,600.00 per lot	Four or more lots per §103.00.150
Commercial	$6,000.00 per acre
Parks & Shelter
Park & Shelter Rental up to 6 hours - Residents		$50.00 deposit
Park & Shelter Rental up to 6 hours - Non-residents	$50.00	$50.00 deposit
Field/Court Reservations up to 3 hours	$50/day deposit; $500/season deposit
Lion's Park Concession Stand-Residents	$25/day + $50 deposit; Season long fee - $500	$50.00 deposit
Lion's Park Concession Stand- Non-residents	$75/day + $50 deposit; Season long fee - $500	$50.00 deposit
City Provided Lights at Lions, Pebble, and Tablyn Parks	$20/reservation; $150/season
Parking Lots
Commercial	$200.00	$500 Fee Escrow. Plus Security as Determined by the Planning Department
Platting
Pre Application Conference	$2,000.00	$3,500 Fee Escrow
Preliminary Plat (Subdivision)	$3,000.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Preliminary Plat Revision	$1,250.00
Final Plat (Subdivision)	$2,500.00	$8,000 Fee Escrow
Final Plat (Extension Fee)	$100.00
Development Agreement Amendment	$1,000.00	$500.00 Fee Escrow
Planned Unit Development
Pre Application Conference	$2,000.00	$3,500 Fee Escrow
Development Stage Plan	$3,000.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Final Plat	$2,500.00	$8,000 Fee Escrow and City will retain escrows to reimburse review costs for each stage of Development
Private Roads (Permitted only in AG zone)	$150.00
Restrictive Soils and Wetland Restoration Protection and Preservation Permit	$800.00
Returned Check (NSF)	$30.00
Purchase of City Property		$2500 minimum escrow. Escrow to be determined by Community Development Director based on project. Escrow shall cover costs associated with the sale of property including but not limited to appraisal, title work, surveys.
Right-of-Way Permit
Annual Registration	$200.00	$5,000 Security
Excavation Permit	$275.00 + $.60/foot
Joint Trench Permit: shared length per Section 94.40 (C)	$275.00 + $.60/foot
Obstruction Permit	$275.00
Small Wireless Permit Fee	$275.00
Permit Extension	$100.00
Delay Penalty (per calendar day)	$25.00
SAC Charge (City) (Sewer Availability Charge)	$3,000.00	Per REC Unit: This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
SAC Charge (Met Council) (Sewer Availability Charge)	$2,485.00	Per REC Unit: $2,485 to Met Council at time of connection.
Sewer Connection Charge	$1,000.00	Per REC Unit. This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Sewer Lateral Benefit Charge	$14,300.00	Per REC Unit connecting to a Trunk Sewer Main and that has never been assessed
Real Estate Searches	$20.00/Search	For special assessment or utility search
Signs - Permanent	$180.00
Signs - Temporary	$75.00
Temporary Renewal	$25.00
Re-inspection Fee	$25.00
Special Event Permit	$75.00	City must be listed as additional insured
Storm Water
Residential - Annual	$95.00
Non-Residential (Commercial etc.) - Annual	$95.00	Utility rate factor per code
Residential - Quarterly	$23.75
Non-Residential (Commercial etc.) - Quarterly	$23.75	Utility rate factor per code
Review Fee	$177.50	$82.50 Review Fee/$95 Storm Water Fund
Downtown Regional Stormwater District Connection Charge	$1.40	per square foot of newly created or reconstructed impervious surface (Available only to properties located in the Downtown Stormwater District per Map 9-3).
Regional Infiltration Basin Volume Control Use Charge	$0.70	per square foot of newly created or reconstructed impervious surface (Available only to properties located in the Downs Lake subwatershed).
Vacations (Streets or Easements)
Easements	$525.00	$500 Fee Escrow
Streets	$525.00	$500 Fee Escrow
Variance	$1,250.00	$1000 Fee Escrow
Utility Delinquent Accounts
Regular	6% per quarter	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Sewer	6% per quarter	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Storm Water	10% per year, 6% per quarter (for qrtly bills) or $5 minimum	Plus $25.00 or 8%, whichever is greater, if certified to County for collection with taxes
Water Availability Charge (WAC)	$3,000.00	Per REC Unit; This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Water Connection Charge	$1,000.00	Per REC Unit; This fee may be deferred through special assessment for parcels with existing structures.
Water Equipment/Set up
Meter (3/4" or less)	$423.65	Additional fees apply to larger sized meters
1" Meter	$490.85
Irrigation 1 and 1/2" meter	$1,433.50
1 & 1/2" Meter	$1,778.30
Irrigation 2" meter	$1,402.80
2" Meter	$2,013.80
Irrigation 3" meter	$1,842.80
3" Meter	$2,530.80
4" Meter	$3,090.80
Driveway Curb Stop Lid	$130.00
Disconnect Service	$50.45
Reconnect Service	$50.45
After Hour Disconnect Service	$151.34
After Hour Reconnect Service	$151.34	if not reconnected within first two hours of disconnect
Water Lateral Benefit Charge	$7,000.00	Per REC Unit connecting to a Trunk Water Main and that has never been assessed
Water Meter Testing Request
Testing a 3/4" or 1" water meter	$166.00	Fee will be reimbursed in full if meter found not reading within AWWA allowed tolerances
Testing a 1 1/2" or larger water meter	$376.00	Fee will be reimbursed in full if meter found not reading within AWWA allowed tolerances
Water Usage
Residential - Quarterly Base Rate	$27.02 Base
Residential - Plus Rate per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-15,000 Gallons	$2.70
Plus Rate for 15,001-30,000 Gallons	$3.25
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$3.89
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000 Gallons	$4.68
Plus Rate for 80,001 + Gallons	$5.59
Water Usage
Multi-Family - Quarterly Base Rate	$27.02	4 or more units per building, billed per unit
Multi-Family - Plus Rate per 1,000 gallons	$2.70
Water Useage
Commercial - Quarterly Rate	$40.54 Base
Commercial - Plus Rate per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-15,000 Gallons	$5.03
Plus Rate for 15,001-30,000 Gallons	$5.28
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$6.11
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000 Gallons	$8.09
Plus Rate for 80,001 + Gallons	$10.75
Water Usage
Hotel / Motel - Quarterly Rate	$40.54 Base	For metered non-irrigation (domestic) consumption
Hotel / Motel - Plus Rate Per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-30,000 Gallons	$5.03
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000 Gallons	$5.28
Plus Rate for 50,001 + Gallons	$6.47
Irrigation Water Useage
Irrigation - Quarterly Base Rate	$40.54
Irrigation - Plus Rate Per 1,000 Gallons
Plus Rate for 0-30,000	$3.90
Plus Rate for 30,001-50,000	$4.67
Plus Rate for 50,001-80,000	$5.62
Plus Rate for 80,001+ Gallons	$6.71

Bulk Water Purchase
Water from Hydrant	$131.16 first 5,000 gallons	Plus $3.45/additional 1,000 gallons
Violation of Odd/Even Watering Ban Penalty	see notes →	1st violation - warning. 2nd violation - $100. Each subsequent violation shall increase by $100 for the same property owner within the same calendar year. After the 4th violation a 24 hour disconnect notice will be placed at the property unless irrigation connection disasembled.
Wind Generator	$850.00	$2,000 Fee Escrow
Wireless Communication Permit (co-location)	$500.00	$10,000 Fee Escrow
Zoning Amendment (Text or Map)	$1,250.00	$2,500 Fee Escrow
Zoning Certification Letter	$50.00
Zoning Permit - Certificate of Zoning Compliance
Fence Permit	$75.00
Accessory Structures < 200 SF	$75.00
Other	$75.00
Definition of Terms
*Fee Escrow: City will maintain a fee escrow to cover all City review costs. Application fees include all professional fees and expenses incurred by the City.
**Security: City will retain a security escrow to ensure completion of work as directed by the approved permit/application and compliance with the State Building Code and the City of Lake Elmo Municipal Code.


Permit Refund Fee Schedule
Application Permit Type	Fee	Amount of refund if requested within 180 days of permit issuance and no construction has started
Building	Building Permit fee	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permit or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.
	Plan Review Fee	0% (if plan review started or completed), 100% (if plan review not started)
	State Surcharge	100% (if not yet paid to State)
	SAC (City) Fee	100% (if not started)
	Construction Escrow	0%
	Administration Fee	0%
	Water Availability Charge	100% (If not started)
	Driveway Fee	100% (If not started)
Mechanical	Residential / Commercial	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permits or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.
Plumbing	Residential / Commercial	80%, No refund for Flat Fee, minimum fee permits or expired permits. Exception: those permits that were denied by the City after permit was paid for but not started.