Fire Department User Fee Updates and Chapter 15 Amendments
Santa Barbara County
Summary
The Fire Department proposed updating user fees and modifying county code Chapter 15 to reflect the actual cost of providing plan checks, inspections, and permits. The updates seek to align fees with state regulations and recover operational costs.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates increased revenue to offset operational and prevention service costs for the Fire Department.
The Fire Department and county taxpayers through improved cost recovery on development services.
Developers and property owners facing higher permit and inspection fees.
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