Development Fees

Applicable Planning Department Fees

Current Planning Fee Schedule

Please review the current fee schedule below, or contact the Planning Division at 909-797-2489, ext. 224 for more information.

2023-2024 PLANNING FEE SCHEDULE

MORE INFORMATION ON 2023-2024 CHANGES

Development Impact Fees

All new construction in the City of Yucaipa may be subject to Development Impact Fees. For further information or assistance in completing the electronic forms, please contact the Development Services Department at 909-797-2489, ext. 224.

In a growing city like Yucaipa, there is a demand for new development. For example, additional housing is needed to support an increasing population and new businesses are needed to ensure sufficient access to resources. Impact fees are levied on the developer and/or business owner. What are Impact Fees? Development impact fees are charges imposed by local governments on new development projects to help pay for the public services and infrastructure needed to support the growth and ultimate build-out of a city. The fees are typically a one-time charge that the developer must pay at the time of new construction. However, because these fees are calculated based on the sq. footage of a project, if a property owner wishes to expand an existing site, an additional fee may be collected. Impact fees enable the City to pay for necessary public services. These include: Traffic, Park, Fire, Drainage and Public Fees. Why Have Impact Fees? Impact fees are intended to ensure that new development pays its fair share of the costs associated with growth and that the cost burden of public services is not shifted onto existing residents and businesses. What is the Benefit? Impact fees provide a reliable source of revenue for local governments to pay for the costs of providing public services such as parks and roads. Adding to local funds, impact fees help the city make improvements and properly facilitate important city functions as the city experiences continued growth. Without impact fees, local governments may have to rely on property taxes or other sources of revenue, which can be unpredictable and may not cover the full cost of providing necessary public services for existing and future residents. New developments have fairly contributed to the existing community and its public resources. Note: All new developments must contribute a fair share to the Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District and the pertinent Water (Western Heights, South Mesa, or Yucaipa Valley Water District) and Sewer (Yucaipa Valley Water District) providers. These fees are collected directly by their organizations prior to permit issuance.

Deferral of Development Impact Fees

Development Impact Fees are owed prior to building permit issuance, otherwise they can be deferred and fees will be calculated using the current fee schedule prior to Certificate of Occupancy. For further information or assistance in completing the electronic form below, please contact the Planning Division at 909-797-2489, ext. 224.

The City of Yucaipa participates in the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (“SCIP”) offered by California Statewide Communities Development Authority, which enables developers to pay most impact fees and finance public improvements through an acquisition agreement.

SCIP Financing Info

Public Works Department

The Public Works and Engineering Department acts as a liaison for plan checking services that are provided to the City by the County of San Bernardino. The examples below represent some of these services; however, this is not an exhaustive list. Please contact the Public Works Department at 909-797-2489, ext. 228 for more information.

Final Parcel Map Dev. Plan Review (final map, grading plan, street improvement plan) – Deposit of $5,000 to the City for plan check processing; Deposit of $5,000 to San Bernardino County Surveyor for final map review
Final Tract Map Dev. Plan Review (final map, grading plan, street improvement plan) – Deposit of $10,000 to the City for plan check processing; Deposit of $8,000 to San Bernardino County Surveyor for final map review
Geology Report Review – Deposit of $2,500

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Yucaipa is the jewel of the Inland Empire. Framed by the San Bernardino Mountains, Yucaipa’s natural environment, with its cleaner air and unique topography, distinguishes its exceptional quality of life.

About the City of Yucaipa

Yucaipa offers an attractive, peaceful, and safe community for all of its residents, and it is thoughtfully planned, balancing the needs of residents, the environment, and the business community. Quality public facilities, schools, community services, and other amenities draw residents and visitors of all ages to live, work, play and retire in Yucaipa.

Address & Contact

Address: 34272 Yucaipa Blvd. Yucaipa, CA 92399

Working hours: Mon-Thu 7:30am-6:00pm

Phone: 909-797-2489