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Page 2 of 2 <br /> <br />Discussion <br /> <br />Staff has reviewed the fee schedule and has found our City’s rates to be comparable to other <br />cities. <br /> <br />A few changes are being recommended and they are noted in red bold print on the attached 2017 <br />Fee Schedule. A brief explanation of the reason for the changes is provided below. <br /> <br />Building Construction <br />There will be an increase from $40.00 to $63.25 for the building permit reinspection fee as well <br />as the fire protection permit reinspection fee. This is per Minnesota State Statute 326B.153. Staff <br />recommends a language change to note that the State Surcharge (based on valuation) and fees for <br />building permits and fire protection permits shall be based according to the 2016 State Statute <br />326B.153. <br /> <br />Miscellaneous <br />At its November 14, 2016, meeting, the City Council approved the requirement that tree <br />contractors obtain a City license for tree trimming/services. The proposed fee is $50.00. <br /> <br />Parks & Recreation <br />Staff is proposing an increase in Community Garden Plot fees. The fees would increase from <br />$36.00 plus applicable tax to $38.00 plus applicable tax for one plot, and from $18.00 plus <br />applicable tax to $19.00 plus applicable tax for an additional (second) plot. <br /> <br />Planning and Zoning <br />In 2016, the City Council approved a Zoning Code amendment to create new regulations for <br />commercial outdoor display and sales areas. Under the new regulations, an administrative permit <br />is now required. Applicants are required to provide a site plan showing the location and <br />dimensions of the display and sales area. Staff is proposing that the fee for this permit be set at <br />$100.00. The proposed fee would cover staff costs associated with reviewing the permit <br />application and completing a follow-up inspection of the property. <br /> <br />Zoning Permit language has been modified to include the following: decks under 30”, driveways, <br />fences, sheds and temporary structures. <br /> <br />Utility Rates <br />Staff proposes a 2% increase in utility rates/charges and a 3% increase to the surface water <br />charges, per quarter. <br /> <br />Requested Action <br /> <br />Staff would like Council feedback on the proposed 2017 Fee Schedule. <br /> <br />Attachment <br /> <br />Attachment A: Redlined Version of Ordinance 2016-010 – Appendix A – 2017 Fee Schedule