Santa Rosa city officials are exploring ways to reduce permit fees for residents and small businesses.
Following a recent fee hike that sparked community concern, particularly for historic landmark permits, the city is looking to strike a balance between covering costs and making permits more affordable. Proposed changes include lowering fees for tree removal, debris containers, and some minor use permits. Officials are also considering streamlining the permitting process for smaller projects to reduce costs and encourage compliance.
The goal is to ease the burden on homeowners and businesses while still ensuring necessary reviews and promoting development. Specific fee reductions and process improvements will be presented to the City Council at a later date.
