development fees Flashcards
What are Municipal Development Fees?
Fees charged by municipalities to recover costs associated with development approvals
These fees can include planning and development fees, development charges, and building permit fees.
What does the phrase ‘Time = Money’ imply in the context of municipal development?
The approval process for development is time-consuming and labor-intensive, impacting overall costs.
List the types of municipal fees that should be considered during development.
- Planning and Development Fees
- Development Charges
- Building Permit Fees
- Cash in-lieu of Parkland
What is the purpose of Planning and Development Fees?
To recover a portion of the costs associated with municipal review of planning applications.
What percentage of cost recovery does London attempt for planning application expenditures?
30%
What are Development Charges?
Fees paid by new developments to fund capital costs of municipal services required for new infrastructure.
True or False: Development Charges are the same as property taxes.
False
What factors determine Building Permit Fees?
Floor area, scope of work, and type of building being constructed or altered.
What is the primary purpose of a building permit?
To ensure compliance with health, fire, structural, and safety standards.
List some types of permits that can be issued.
- Architectural Permit
- Structural Permit
- Mechanical Permit
- Electrical Permit
- Civil or Site Work Permit
- Demolition Permit
- Heritage Permit
- Signage Permit
What does Section 42 of the Planning Act pertain to?
It allows municipalities to require new developments to contribute to parks and open space systems.
How can developers fulfill parkland dedication requirements?
- Giving up a percentage of land for parkland
- Paying cash-in-lieu of parkland
What are additional costs to consider beyond municipal costs?
- Design Consultants
- Engineers
- Cost Consultants
- Land Use Planners
What is the role of Design Consultants in development?
To ensure the initial development design complies with relevant building codes and laws.
Who typically acts as the Design Consultant?
An architect or architectural firm.
What is the significance of engaging cost consultants?
To provide preliminary estimates and construction cost control.
Why might a developer need a Land Use Planning company?
To assist with navigating and streamlining the Site Plan Approval (SPA) process.
What is the purpose of the Building Division in the context of building permits?
To review applications and ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and other applicable laws.
Fill in the blank: Development charges are fees that are paid by new development upon the issuance of a _______.
building permit
What is the City of London’s approach to calculating Cash-in-lieu of Parkland?
Outlined in the Parkland Conveyance and Levy By-law.
What is a primary requirement for civil engineering firms in the development process?
To provide internal and external site works drawings.
What resource should developers consult for current planning and development applications?
The City of London’s official website under ‘Business’ > ‘Planning and Development’ > ‘Current Planning and Development Applications’.
