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HB 1465

Union County - Subject to local approval, changes the building permit fee to fifty cents per square foot on all buildings constructed, erected, or reconstructed. - Amends Chapter 87 of the Private Acts of 1973; as amended.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Union County changes building permit fees to fifty cents per square foot, requiring local approval, potentially reshaping construction costs and municipal inspection revenue.

Failed in State & Local Government Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1465

Legislative bill overview

HB 1465 proposes to change Union County's building permit fee structure to a flat rate of fifty cents per square foot for all newly constructed, erected, or reconstructed buildings, subject to voter approval. This modifies the existing fee schedule established in the county's 1973 private act legislation.

Why is this important

Building permit fees directly affect construction costs and development activity in the county. The change could significantly impact residential and commercial development affordability, municipal revenue collection, and the county's ability to fund building inspection and code enforcement services. Communities often use permit fee adjustments as a tool to either encourage or discourage development.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue predictability: A per-square-foot flat fee may generate insufficient revenue if construction patterns shift toward smaller buildings, potentially underfunding inspection services
  • Development incentives: The new fee structure may disproportionately affect different building types—commercial projects might pay substantially more or less than under previous structures, affecting development patterns
  • Local control requirement: Requiring voter/local approval adds procedural complexity and may create uncertainty for developers, though it ensures community input on fee changes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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