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What Do Permits Cost
One of the most common questions we receive is “What do permits cost?". The following is a summary of the fees and various bonds you may be required to pay. These fees do not relate to the cost of the design and construction of your project.
The hourly rate for staff time is $153.34. This includes administrative processing, plan review and inspection services.
Building Department Fee Schedule – Contains all fees associated with permitting. You can also review all CDA fees.
Fee Estimates
New Residence in Eastern Nevada County
New Residence in Western Nevada County
Fees
School Fees: Varies based on school district
Nevada Union School District Contact
Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
Fire Fees: Fees vary by fire district.
Fire District Contact Information
Truckee Fire District Fees
Deferred Submittal Fee: $153.34
Deferred Submittal Form
Alternate Materials or Means of Construction/Design Review Fee: $153.34
Alternate Materials or Means of Construction Form
Bonds
Grading Bond: Bond is refundable at permit final.
0-500 cubic yards: $500
501 cubic yards and over: $2000
Temporary Occupancy Bond: 1$/Square foot to a maximum of $2000
Temporary Occupancy Form
Other Fees Associated with Construction
Pacific Gas and Electric
Nevada Irrigation District
Environment Health: Septic and Well
Public Works: Encroachment permit and sewer connections
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Sean Powers
Agency DirectorPhone: 530-265-1576
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Community Development Agency
Physical Address
950 Maidu Avenue
Suite 170
Nevada City, CA 95959
Phone: 530-265-1222Fax: 530-265-9854
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.