Fee Schedules

Debit/Credit Card (no amount limit):

• Fees:
  • For transactions up to $2,500: $0.25 flat fee + 2% of total transaction amount
  • For transactions more than $2,500: 2.75% of total transaction amount

ACH Payment (eCheck) ($150,000 limit):

• Fees:
  • $0.50 flat fee

Check (any amount):

• Fees:
• • None

For card or ACH payments:

• Online: Pay online in the Citizen Access Portal

For checks:

• Drop checks in the blue drop box on the northwest side of our building at 281 N. College Ave. (accessible from Maple Street, just west of College).

Building Permit fees are detailed on the Building Permits webpage. Find the permit you're applying for to view its fees.

Fees for New Construction Projects

Fees for new construction projects are calculated based on the occupancy type and square footage of your project. To calculate those fees you'll use this equation:

• Total square footage of your project multiplied by the applicable fee rate per square foot for each occupancy type

Use the information below to complete that equation for your project.

Your fees will be paid in two parts:

1. Plan Check Fee: 35% of your total will need to be paid when you apply for your permit.
2. Building Permit Fee: 65% of your total will need to be paid when your permit is issued/approved.

Note: In addition to your Plan Check Fee and Building Permit Fee, Transportation Capital Expansion Fees are applied to permit applications for new buildings or major changes to existing buildings that create more traffic. If this applies to your project, see the Transportation Capital Expansion Fees (TCEF) section of this webpage.

Applicable Fee Rates Per Square Foot

Note: Occupancy categories are typically indicated on the architectural plans submitted for your project.

Fee Calculation Examples

Example 1: Single-Family Detached Home (R-3)

• Single-family residential square footage (R-3): 3,500 square feet
• Total cost: 3,500 square feet × $0.65 (Fee Rate for R-3) = $2,275
• Plan Check Fee (35%): $2,275 × 0.35 = $796.25
• Building Permit Fee (65%): $2,275 × 0.65 = $1,478.75

Example 2: Mixed-Use Building (M + R-2)

• Mercantile square footage (M): 2,000 square feet × $0.40 (Fee Rate for M) = $800
• Apartment square footage (R-2): 2,000 square feet × $0.35 (Fee Rate for R-2) = $700
• Total cost: $800 + $700 = $1,500
• Plan Check Fee (35%): $1,500 × 0.35 = $525
• Building Permit Fee (65%): $1,500 × 0.65 = $975

The fees below are effective as of Jan. 1, 2024.

For questions about these fees, contact us at 970-221-6689 between 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Planning Services

Engineering Services

Zoning Services

Note: Fees cover costs of all departments involved in reviewing or processing the project (including Planning, Engineering, Utilities, Forestry/Parks, administrative support, mailings, sign postings and other functions). Does not include Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) fees, which are additional and calculated at the time of submittal. PFA permit requirements and fee info available here.

Limited-Scope Project Fee Criteria

Reach out to drcoord@fortcollins.gov for details.

Fee Categories

Plant Investment Fees (PIF) and Water Supply Requirement (WSR) fees support supply and infrastructure associated with new development, as well as improvements to current infrastructure. There are five main components to Fort Collins Utilities’ water system development fees:

1. Water Meter Fee
2. Water Supply Requirement (WSR)
3. Water Plant Investment Fee (PIF)
4. Stormwater PIF
5. Wastewater PIF

Not all customers within Fort Collins receive water and wastewater services from Utilities. Depending on what water service area the property is in, you may or may not pay all of these fees to Utilities.

Separate irrigation taps are required for multi-family and commercial properties using 30,000 gallons or more per year. Mixed-use buildings require separate irrigation taps for residential and non-residential components.

Water Meter Fees 

The water meter fee is a one-time fee based on the size of the water meter. If more than one trip is needed for meter installation, an additional charge will be billed.

Meters larger than 4 inches must be purchased from the current meter vendor; installation is $214.04. Single-family homes typically use 3/4-inch meters unless a fire suppression system is required.

Water Supply Requirement (WSR)

The Water Supply Requirement (WSR) fee pays for the water supply needed to serve new development and some non-residential redevelopment projects. Developers must pay the WSR fee to receive a water service permit. This usually occurs at the same time the City issues a building permit. 

The current WSR fee is $63,800 per acre-foot or $0.196 per gallon.

The amount of the fee depends on the development’s water needs, including factors such as:

• Business type
• Building size
• Number of bedrooms (for residential development)

Redevelopment projects aren’t required to pay a WSR fee unless there is an increase in water service.

Paying the WSR fee gives a property owner access to a reliable water supply. It does not give ownership to any of the City’s water supply. WSR credits stay with the property they were purchased for and can’t be transferred or sold.

Developers can also use City Certificates or Josh Ames Certificates to meet all or a portion of the WSR. Due to fee changes made in 2022, the WSR met with these certificates will be increased by a water supply factor of 1.92.

Water Allotments

A water allotment is the amount of water a non-residential or irrigation account can use each year. The City assigns annual water allotments during development or redevelopment based on the WSR fee paid for the property.

If an account uses more than its annual allotment, the customer pays an excess water use surcharge.

Water allotments stay with the account they were assigned to and can't be transferred or sold.

Water Plant Investment Fee (PIF)

The Water PIF pays for infrastructure used to treat and deliver water to developments. Fees vary by number of dwelling units, lot size for residential users, and water meter size for non-residential users. Payment is due at building permit issuance.

Stormwater PIF

The Stormwater PIF covers both existing and new storm drainage infrastructure for the development. Fees apply when development creates more than 350 square feet of impervious surface.

Wastewater PIF

The Wastewater PIF pays for growth-related expansion costs of wastewater systems. Fees vary by dwelling units for residential users, meter size, and strength of discharge for non-residential users. Payment is due at building permit issuance.

High-strength discharges may incur surcharges. To receive a list of those fees, please email utilityfees@fortcollins.gov.

Residential Fee Summary 

Please use the arrows on the top right to scroll through the entire fee summary.

Irrigation Fee Summary

Notes

• Separate irrigation meters are required for multi-family and non-residential properties using 30,000+ gallons per year.
• Under City Code Section 26-120 temporary irrigation taps are sometimes permissible as a source of irrigation water for establishment of new vegetation. For more information contact Utilities Rates and Fees at utilityfees@fortcollins.gov or call 970-416-4252.

Non-Residential Fee Summary

Notes

• Non-residential developments must satisfy their WSR based on their development type (e.g., office, hotel, restaurant) and the square footage or parcel area of the development. For some development types with high water usage and/or variable use an engineered estimate may be required to calculate the WSR instead. For the full list of development types and water values see City Code Section 26-149.
• Non-residential developments must satisfy their WSR based on their development type (e.g., office, hotel, restaurant) and the square footage or parcel area of the development. For some development types with high water usage and/or variable use an engineered estimate may be required to calculate the WSR instead. For the full list of development types and water values see City Code Section 26-149. 
• PIF will vary depending on lot size and allocated common area/right-of-way. Larger size or more intense imperviousness will result in higher fees. See City Code Section 26-512 for details. 

For questions about these fees contact utilityfees@fortcollins.gov or call 970-416-4252.

See: Poudre Fire Authority Fee Schedule.

New developments must pay Capital Expansion Fees (CEFs) to help cover the cost of city services and facilities. This includes Fire, Police, General Government services and parks.

Note: City of Fort Collins Transportation Capital Expansion Fees (TCEF) are included in these fees, to help cover the cost of roads and transportation improvements. The City also collects regional road fees on behalf of Larimer County. These fees are collected at the time of issuance of the building permit.

Key points:

• Fees are based on the type of development (residential, commercial, office, industrial).
• Fees are due before or when the building permit is issued.
• The goal is to make sure new development pays its share of the costs it creates.
• Fees are updated to match the cost of building new facilities and providing services.
• They are not used to fix existing problems—only to pay for new growth.
• Fees are reviewed regularly and adjusted for inflation and changes in construction costs.
• The City periodically hires outside experts to make sure the fees reflect actual infrastructure costs.

For questions about Capital Expansion Fees, email drcoord@fortcollins.gov or call 970-221-6689.

Fees

Fees Effective January 1, 2026 

Community Parkland Capital Expansion Fee

• Single Family Detached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $2,525
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $2,744
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $3,061
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $3,342
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $3,590
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $3,782
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $3,940
• Single Family Attached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $2,001
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $2,308
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $2,754
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $3,150
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $3,499
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $3,770
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $3,992
• Multifamily or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  
  • Up to 750 square feet: $1,611
  • 751-1,300 square feet: $2,249
  • Over 1,301 square feet: $2,494

Police Capital Expansion Fee

• Single Family Detached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $496
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $581
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $642
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $683
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $743
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $769
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $790
• Single Family Attached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $426
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $524
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $602
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $658
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $731
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $768
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $797
• Multifamily or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  
  • Up to 750 square feet: $375
  • 751-1,300 square feet: $516
  • Over 1,301 square feet: $567
• Nonresidential (per 1,000 square feet)
  
  • Retail/Commercial: $628
  • Office and Other Services: $435
  • Industrial: $158

Fire Protection Capital Expansion Fee

• Single Family Detached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $817
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $964
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $1,064
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $1,130
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $1,230
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $1,271
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $1,304
• Single Family Attached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $707
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $872
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $1,000
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $1,090
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $1,211
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $1,268
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $1,315
• Multifamily or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  
  • Up to 750 square feet: $625
  • 751-1,300 square feet: $860
  • Over 1,301 square feet: $945
• Nonresidential (per 1,000 square feet)
  
  • Retail/Commercial: $1,034
  • Office and Other Services: $729
  • Industrial: $259

Government Facilities Capital Expansion Fee

• Single Family Detached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $868
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $1,028
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $1,137
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $1,204
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $1,313
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $1,354
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $1,388
• Single Family Attached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $755
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $934
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $1,070
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $1,163
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $1,293
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $1,352
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $1,399
• Multifamily or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  
  • Up to 750 square feet: $671
  • 751-1,300 square feet: $921
  • Over 1,301 square feet: $1,014
• Nonresidential (per 1,000 square feet)
  
  • Retail/Commercial: $1,382
  • Office and Other Services: $756
  • Industrial: $358

Capital Equipment Expansion Fee

• Single Family Detached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $177
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $210
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $232
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $246
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $267
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $276
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $283
• Single Family Attached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $154
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $190
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $219
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $237
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $264
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $275
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $285
• Multifamily or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  
  • Up to 750 square feet: $137
  • 751-1,300 square feet: $188
  • Over 1,301 square feet: $207
• Nonresidential (per 1,000 square feet)
  
  • Retail/Commercial: $281
  • Office and Other Services: $154
  • Industrial: $73

Transportation Capital Expansion Fees (TCEFs)

• Single Family Detached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $3,442
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $5,727
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $7,344
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $8,660
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $9,560
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $10,044
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $10,445
• Single Family Attached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $2,976
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $4,771
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $6,086
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $7,260
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $8,244
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $8,813
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $9,136
• Multifamily or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  
  • Up to 750 square feet: $2,023
  • 751-1,300 square feet: $3,188
  • Over 1,301 square feet: $3,995
• Nonresidential (per 1,000 square feet)
  
  • Retail/Commercial: $11,068
  • Office and Other Services: $7,558
  • Industrial: $3,205

Neighborhood Parkland Capital Expansion Fee

• Single Family Detached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $3,699
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $4,314
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $4,776
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $5,075
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $5,521
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $5,714
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $5,872
• Single Family Attached
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $3,174
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $3,878
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $4,469
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $4,883
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $5,431
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $5,703
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $5,924
• Multifamily or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  
  • Up to 750 square feet: $2,783
  • 751-1,300 square feet: $3,819
  • Over 1,301 square feet: $4,208

Larimer County Regional Transportation Capital Expansion Fees (TCEFs)

View detailed fee information about Larimer County TCEFs(PDF, 4MB)

• Residential (per dwelling)
  
  • Up to 900 square feet: $268
  • 901-1,300 square feet: $376
  • 1,301-1,800 square feet: $457
  • 1,801-2,400 square feet: $535
  • 2,401-3,000 square feet: $600
  • 3,001-3,600 square feet: $653
  • Over 3,601 square feet: $698
• Nonresidential (per 1,000 square feet of floor area)
  
  • Commercial: $702
  • Office and Other Services: $414
  • Industrial: $165