Who is the Permit Fee Estimator for?

It is built for estimators and permit coordinators who need fast, accurate results for budget permitting before final bid submission.

How do I use the Permit Fee Estimator?

Enter project valuation Select project type and complexity Review permit, plan check, and total fees

Are permit fees exact?

No. This is a planning estimate. Final fees come from the local building authority.

Can I use this for public work?

Yes. Use it as a pre-bid allowance and reconcile with bid documents.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes. This tool is free and designed for quick, practical results.

Does this work for projects nationwide?

Yes. It uses standard construction inputs used across the US.

Permit Fee Estimator

Estimate permit, plan check, and admin fees before bid day.

Project Details

Project Valuation

Total cost of construction (labor + materials).

Project Type

Complexity

Complex projects (e.g., structural changes, medical, hazmat) may incur higher review fees.

Fee Estimate

Total Estimated Fees

~0.0% of Valuation

Plan Check Fee

For plan review & approval

Fee Breakdown

Building Permit Fee$0

Plan Check Fee$0

Technology Surcharge (5%)$0

Disclaimer: Permit fees vary significantly by city and county. This is a rough estimate based on national averages. Contact your local building department for exact figures.

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Permit Fee Estimator for estimators and permit coordinators

Permit Fee Estimator helps estimators and permit coordinators budget permitting before final bid submission. Enter project valuation, occupancy type, and complexity and get permit fee, plan check fee, and total estimated agency cost you can use immediately in your bid or project file.

Used by contractors across California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois, with active users in Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, Phoenix, Atlanta, Seattle, and Denver.

Quick answer: what does this tool do?

Estimate permit and plan-check fees from valuation and project type in under a minute.

How should I apply the results?

Add permit allowances to your general conditions and verify against local jurisdiction fee schedules.

Is this suitable for public bids?

Yes. The inputs align with typical DOT, municipal, and federal bid requirements.

What keywords does this tool target?

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The Permit Fee Estimator gives fast, reliable results for estimators and permit coordinators to budget permitting before final bid submission. Enter project valuation, occupancy type, and complexityand get permit fee, plan check fee, and total estimated agency cost in minutes.

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