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<\/p>\nPublished on September 26, 2025<\/p>\n
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The City of Arlington\u2019s Planning and Development Services Department is rolling out a two-phase update to its permitting fee structure following a comprehensive review\u2014the first of its kind since 2008. The phased approach is designed to bring fees in line with the actual cost of services and ensure compliance with new state regulations.<\/p>\n
Over the years, only limited fee changes have been made, typically in response to state legislative mandates, local ordinance updates, or City reorganizations. As a result, many fees no longer adequately reflect the cost of providing services. The upcoming changes will ensure that the City can continue to offer efficient and sustainable permitting services.<\/p>\n
Phase I: Effective July 15, 2025<\/p>\n
Approved by the Arlington City Council on June 24, 2025, the first phase of fee adjustments includes updates to:<\/p>\n
\nPlatting
\nZoning
\nSign permits
\nSpecial event parking
\nTemporary outdoor and special events
\nTrade permits (e.g. validations and various inspections for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and irrigation systems)
\nBoard and Commission and special staff meetings associated with permitting applications
\nGas well drilling
\nHealth permits\u00a0
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Health Services Fee Updates: Effective Sept. 1, 2025<\/p>\n
Ahead of Phase 2 fee changes, updates to certain Health Services permitting activities will take effect on Sept. 1, 2025. These adjustments were required to comply with recently passed state legislation.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Both Phase I and Health Fees are incorporated into the existing fee schedule.<\/p>\n