Q: What fees may be deferred?
A: Some examples of fees that can be deferred are:
Fire Service Construction Tax
Public Facilities Fee
Traffic Mitigation Fee
Electric Backbone Fee
Q: Can the fee deferral program be applied to permits currently being plan checked?
A: Yes, provided the permit has not been issued.
Q: Can fees be refunded, then deferred for permits that have already been issued?
A: No.
Q: Will participation in the fee deferral program prolong the process time of my permit application request?
A: Typically, no. However, the turn‐around time of your permit application review will vary depending on project scope, workload and available staffing.
Q: How will I know what fees will be due prior to Final Inspection?
A: For residential projects, an estimate of deferred fees due will be provided at time of permit issuance. You will be notified of any additional outstanding fees accrued after permit issuance as they are assessed.
A: For commercial projects, an estimate of deferred fees due will be provided at time of permit issuance. However, you must contact us a minimum of one week prior to the expected date of payment of deferred fees. The supplemental pooled interest rate will be determined and assessed, and you will be notified of the total amount due prior to Final Inspection. You will be notified of any additional outstanding fees accrued after permit issuance as they are assessed.
Q: Can I get a Temporary Final or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy prior to payment of final deferred fees?
A: No, all fees must be paid in full.
Q: Are my fees secured at the time of permit issuance, or are the deferred fees subject to adjustment?
A: Only residential deferred fees are secured at the time of permit issuance. However, commercial deferred fees are subject to a supplemental pooled interest rate that will be assessed at time of payment.
Q: What types of permits can I request fee deferral?
A: Any project with City‐controlled impact fees, such as Fire Service Construction Tax, Public Facilities Fees, Traffic Mitigation, Electric Backbone Fees.
Q: Can I defer my school district fees?
A: No, only City‐controlled fees may be deferred.
Q: Are there any other fee business assistance programs available?
A: For projects with infrastructure improvements you may also want to read about the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP). The City of Roseville Economic Development Department will be able to assist you with SCIP and other incentives, programs and resources.