- Home
- Government
- Departments
- Community Development
- Building Division
- Fee Schedule & Escrow
Fee Schedule & Escrow
Fee Schedule
Escrow Information
In addition to the building permit fee, a separate check for a refundable deposit is required in the amounts below. These funds are held in escrow by the City as assurance for completion of the project, compliance with the building and zoning codes, compliance with all storm water and land disturbance ordinances, compliance with the approved site plans, and repair of damage to public property.
Escrows are deposited and returned to the person or business who put up the escrow.
Please fill out a Escrow Release Form when:
- Paying with CASH or CREDIT CARD
- CHECK address needs to be updated
Incorrect information, or lack thereof, can cause a delay in the return of your Escrow.
This form can also be filled out in person when submitting payment.
Escrow Deposits - Residential
Type of Work Being Done |
Amount |
Single Family Residence |
$5,000 |
Room Addition / Garage Addition |
$2,000 |
Swimming Pool |
$3,000 |
Basement Finish / Interior Remodel ($5,000 or more) |
$500 |
Retaining Wall / Deck ($5,000 or more) |
$500 |
All Projects Less Than $5,000* |
|
Escrow Deposits - Commercial
Escrow Deposits - Commercial
Type of Work Being Done |
Amount |
Commercial project with a construction valuation of equal or more than $125,000 |
2% of the construction valuation not to exceed $10,000 |
Commercial project with a construction valuation of equal or more than $10,000 but less than $125,000 |
$2,500 |
Commercial project with a construction valuation of less than $10,000 |
$500 |
Escrow Deposits - Demolition
Escrow Deposits - Demolition
Type of Work Being Done |
Amount |
Site Improvement |
Dependent on Cost of Construction |
Moving of Building |
$500 |
Escrow Deposits - Excavation
Escrow Deposits - Excavation
Type of Work Being Done |
Amount |
Driveway |
$500 |
Greater than 3 feet from a paved surface |
$50 |
Within 3 feet of a paved surface |
$1,000 |
All other Excavations |
$1,000 |
Escrow Deposit Refunds
Escrow deposits are refunded after the final inspection has been made and approved by the building inspector. There is no need for the contractor to call to request the refund.Additional Resources
For additional escrow information, please contact the Building Department at (314) 872-2500.
$1,000 |
$1,000 |