HomeMy WebLinkAbout2087 09-08-2015 ORDINANCE NO. 2087
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF EULESS, CHAPTER 30, "FEES," SECTION 30-5,
"CONTRACTOR FEES," SECTION 30-13, "BUILDING FEES,"
SECTION 30-22, "OCCASIONAL AND GARAGE SALES," SECTION
30-28, "LIBRARY," SECTION 30-34, "WATER DEPOSITS," AND
SECTION 30-40, "SUBDIVISIONS;" PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EULESS, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
Chapter 30, "Fees," Section 30-5, "Contractor fees," be amended to hereafter be
and read in its entirety as follows:
Section 30-5 Contractor fees
a) A contractor registration fee shall be paid in addition to other provisions provided
in chapter 14. The fee for all contractors establishing registration data shall be
$100.00 annually, per 12 month period. Plumbing contractors shall not pay a
registration fee.
b) Re-inspection or after hours or other related fees.
Building re-inspection per hour (one-hour minimum): $47.00
Building after hours (two-hour minimum): $94.00
Plumbing re-inspection per hour (one-hour minimum): $47.00
Plumbing after hours (two-hour minimum): $94.00
Mechanical re-inspection per hour (one-hour minimum): $47.00
Mechanical after hours (two-hour minimum): $94.00
Electrical re-inspection per hour (one-hour minimum): $47.00
Electrical after hours (two-hour minimum): $94.00
Inspections in which no fee is specifically indicated $47.00
(one-hour minimum):
For use of outside consultants for plan checking and Actual cost
inspections or both:
Stop work fee: $97.00
Investigation fee: An amount equal to the permit fee that may be assessed for
work conducted without the proper permit having first been obtained.
SECTION 2.
Chapter 30, "Fees," Section 30-13, "Building fees," be amended to hereafter be
and read in its entirety as follows:
Section 30-13 Building fees
a) Residential single-family, two-family, townhome family construction valuation is
based on $97.00 per square foot.
Residential (new construction [combination], remodel, and miscellaneous) permit fee:
Total valuation Fee
$1.00 to $500.00 $45.00
$501.00 to $45.00 for the first $500.00 plus $3.00 for each additional
$2,000.00 $100.00 or fraction thereof.
$2,001.00 to $90.00 for the first $2,000.00 plus $15.00 for each
$25,000.00 additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$25,001.00 to $435.00 for the first $25,000.00 plus $10.00 for each
$50,000.00 additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$50,001.00 to $685.00 for the first $50,000.00 plus $7.00 for each
$100,000.00 additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$100,001.00 to $1,035.00 for the first $100,000.00 plus $3.00 for each
$500,000.00 additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$500,001.00 to $2,235.00 for the first $500,000.00 plus $2.00 for each
$1,000,000.00 additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$1,000,001.00 and up $3,235.00 for the first $1,000,000.00 plus $1.50 for each
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
b) Commercial and multifamily residential construction valuations are based on the
value of the work.
Commercial and multifamily residential (new construction [combination], remodel, and
miscellaneous) permit fee:
Total valuation Fee
$1.00 to $500.00 $50.00
$501.00 to $2,000.00 $50.00 for the first $500.00 plus $4.50 for each
additional $100.00 or fraction thereof.
$2,001.00 to $25,000.00 $110.00 for the first $2,000.00 plus $18.00 for each
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$25,001.00 to $50,000.00 $520.00 for the first $25,000.00 plus $14.00 for each
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$50,001.00 to $100,000.00 $900.00 for the first $50,000.00 plus $10.00 for each
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$100,001.00 to $500,000.00 $1,500.00 for the first $100,000.00 plus $8.50 for
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each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 $4,900.00 for the first $500,000.00 plus $7.00 for
each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
$1,000,001.00 and up $8,400.00 for the first $1 ,000,000.00 plus $6.00 for
each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof.
Note: fees for re-roofing and the installation of water heaters are by separate flat fee as
reflected in subsections (e) and (h).
c) Plan review fees for all commercial projects shall be 65 percent of the computed
building permit fee. A nonrefundable plan review fee shall be assessed to all
commercial and multifamily building permit applications at the time of plan
submittal. A building permit application is not considered received until the plan
review fee has been paid.
d) Temporary utility service: $35.00.
e) Commercial re-roof permit: Fee based on valuation of work as per subsection (b).
f) Landscape irrigation permit and plan review fee:
Landscape irrigation permit fees for the single-family/two-family/townhome family
residential installation of landscape irrigation systems will be based on the
residential permit fees within subsection (a). All valuation of work for single-
family/two-family/townhome family residential landscape irrigation will be
calculated at $1.00 per square foot of landscape to be irrigated.
Commercial and multifamily residential development landscape irrigation permits
will be based on commercial and multifamily residential permit fees within
subsection (b). Landscape irrigation installation valuations for commercial and
multifamily developments will be provided by cost estimates from the contracting
installer.
An irrigation plan review fee of $100.00 will apply to all irrigation plans
(residential, multifamily residential, and commercial) submitted in support of a
landscape irrigation permit application.
g) Certificate of occupancy: $50.00.
h) Water heater replacement:
Single-family/multifamily residential: $60.00 per water heater unit when not
included as a portion of an additional plumbing permit.
Commercial: Based on valuation of work as per subsection (b).
i) Fence permit fee:
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Fence permit fees for the single-family/two-family/townhome family residential
installation of fencing will be based on the residential permit fees within
subsection (a). All valuation of work for single-family/two-family/townhome family
residential fencing will be calculated at the following rates:
Valuation rates for residential fencing installation:
Type of fencing Valuation rate
Wood/vinyl/chain link $7.50 per linear foot
Ornamental metal (wrought iron, aluminum - may $24.00 per linear foot
include masonry columns)
Full masonry $80.00 per linear foot
Commercial and multifamily residential development fence permits will be based
on commercial and multifamily residential permit fees within subsection (b).
Fence installation valuations for commercial and multifamily developments will be
provided by cost estimates from the contracting installer.
j) Other methods for determining the project valuations for unique or unusual
projects may be approved by the building official.
k) Fee refunds:
Fees collected in accordance with this chapter may be refunded under the
following conditions when requested in writing by the person who paid the fee
within 180 days of the collection of the fee.
1) Fee collected in error. Any fee in this chapter that was collected in error
shall be refunded in full.
2) Permit fees. When a permit is withdrawn or canceled by the applicant
before any work has begun as authorized by that permit then 80 percent
of the permit fee shall be refunded. If any work has begun in accordance
with the permit, then no refund shall be granted.
SECTION 3.
Chapter 30, "Fees," Section 30-22, "Occasional and garage sales," be amended
to hereafter be and read in its entirety as follows:
Section 30-22 Occasional and garage sales
Garage sale permit: No cost.
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SECTION 4.
Chapter 30, "Fees," Section 30-28, "Library," be amended to hereafter be and
read in its entirety as follows:
Section 30-28 Library
1) Library materials and facilities. The following fees are established for use
or misuse of library materials and facilities:
Type of Material Fine per Day per Item
Books, CDs, kits, DVD's and other items $0.25
Interlibrary loan $0.50
Maximum overdue fine to accrue: $10.00 or the price of the item (whichever is lower).
Duplicate library card: $2.00.
Items lost or damaged: Replacement cost plus $5.00 per item reprocessing fee.
Items not listed in replacement data bases:
Children's book, CD, or DVD $15.00
Adult hard cover book $25.00
Trade paperback book $10.00
Mass market paperback $5.00
Missing bar code $1.00
Cost of sending overdue notice by certified mail Actual cost of postage
Fax:
Receive, per page $0.25
Send, per page $1.00
Copies (from copier, microfiche reader/printer, $0.10
and personal computers), per copy
Collection agency charge for overdue and non- $8.95
returned materials
Color copies $1.00 each
Interlibrary loan $2.00 each item, non-Euless
residents
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2) Library meeting room:
a) Base room charge —
Euless residents $60.00 per hour
Non-Euless residents $120.00 per hour
b) Attendant Fee - per hour (if required): $20.00.
c) Payment policy - A signed contract and payment in full of the room charge is
required to secure the room reservation. Refunds on room charges are made
when the cancellation is received in writing two weeks prior to the event. If the
reservation is cancelled less than two weeks prior to the event refunds will be
considered on an individual basis.
d) Damage deposits -
No food or drinks served $50.00
Food or drinks served $200.00
This deposit will serve as security for any additional cleanup of the facility and will
be applied toward any damage to the facility. The deposit is to be paid by
separate check with signed contract. The damage deposit will be refunded to the
patron within ten business days after the date of the reservation and after a
thorough inspection of the meeting facility. The damage deposit will be refunded
if the reservation is cancelled two weeks prior to the event. If the reservation is
cancelled less than two weeks prior to the event the damage deposit refund will
be considered on an individual basis.
e) Security officer - Actual cost. All events will be reviewed to determine if the
City will require security officer(s) be present. This fee is in addition to
attendant fee.
f) Catering - An approved caterers' list will be available to those wishing to have
an event catered. Approval of a caterer involves providing a certificate of
insurance with the city named as an additional insured on said certificate, a
copy of certificate of health, and a signed catering agreement with the city is
due two weeks prior of planned event.
SECTION 5.
Chapter 30, "Fees," Section 30-34, "Water deposits," be amended to hereafter be
and read in its entirety as follows:
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Section 30-34 Water Deposits
If the deposit is paid or the request for transfer of service is received before noon,
service can be connected that same day. If the deposit is paid or transfer of service
received after noon, service can be connected the following working day. No specific
times can be designated other than four-hour increments (8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 1:00
p.m.-5:00 p.m.). If the customer requires service be turned on immediately, a same day
service fee will be charged. In addition to the water deposit, a service initiation fee will
be charged to establish a new account.
Residential units $60.00
Commercial sprinkler $450.00
Shell buildings $200.00
Motels, per unit: $60.00
Apartments, per unit $60.00
Office buildings, per suite $60.00
Fire hydrant meter deposit $2,000.00
Deposits for commercial customers shall not be less than $75.00 and shall be
calculated to equal the multiple of $5.00 nearest the estimated average monthly billing
for the particular type of customer involved. Calculation shall be based on water, sewer
and garbage monthly billing.
If the amount of the surety deposit exceeds $5,000.00, the requirement for the security
deposit may be met by providing a surety bond, which shall be in the amount of the
deposit otherwise required. Such surety bonds shall be subject to the approval of the
city attorney and shall be supported by powers of attorney as he may direct. In addition
to any requirements of the city attorney, such surety company shall be licensed to do
business in the State of Texas and shall be "T-listed."
Miscellaneous charges:
Water source transfer fee $275.00 (each occurrence)
Meter relocation $200.00
Meter box and lid (five-eighths-inch) $20.00
Meter box and lid (two inches) $35.00
After hours service call $25.00
Same day service fee $15.00
48-hour water service $25.00
Repair of curb stop $50.00
Meter box lid $12.50
Fire hydrant meter (cost) $795.00
Inspection (water turned on for 24 hours $10.00
for the purpose of a home inspection)
Tampering with meters $150.00 (additionally, criminal charges may
be filed in accordance with Texas Penal
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Code statutes)
Service initiation fee $15.00
Transfer fee $15.00
Recheck of meter read $10.00 All customers are allowed one
recheck every six months at no charge; a
charge will be assessed for all others
unless the meter has been misread.
Emergency cut-off by city personnel No charge
(broken pipes or freeze damaged pipes)
Cut-off for plumbing repairs No charge. The curbstop at the meter
belongs to the city; all customers should
have a working cutoff close to their house.
Negligent damage to meter or any Replacement cost
associated electronic device
Meter calibrations (inches):
5/8 $50.00
1 $87.50
1-1/2 $137.50
2 $150.00
3 $175.00
4 $225.00
Delinquent accounts:
If any month's charges are delinquent after 15 days, the water service of the user or
customer will be subject to termination.
Delinquent commercial and multifamily utility accounts subject to delinquent turn off will
be billed an additional security deposit not to exceed 30 percent of the average monthly
billing or as deemed appropriate by the utility billing manager upon review of the utility
account.
Failure to return fire hydrant meter for reading $500.00
Home collection $20.00
Service charge to deliver delinquent tag $20.00
Allow serviceman to collect check or money No additional deposit, no reconnect
order at door on delinquent account fee.
Reconnection of service after delinquent turnoff:
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Additional deposit $20.00
Service charge $20.00
Administrative fee associated with placing liens $50.00
against non-homestead property for unpaid utility bills
SECTION 6.
Chapter 30, "Fees," Section 30-40, "Subdivisions," be amended to hereafter be
and read in its entirety as follows:
Section 30-40 Subdivisions
Application for preliminary plat $275.00
Application for final plat, where public $275.00
improvements are proposed Plus $5.00 per acre or $3.00 per lot or unit
Application for final plat, where no public $275.00
improvements are proposed
Conveyance plat $150.00
Corrected plat, where no public $225.00
improvements are proposed
Land plan application $275.00
Plat extension Same as original plat fee
Public works inspection 3% of actual construction cost
Public works inspection (after hours and Additional $50.00 per hour/two-hour
weekends) minimum
Public works water main bacteriological First test $50.00 per sample.
testing
Subsequent retests: $250.00 per sample.
Replat, where public improvements are $275.00
proposed
Plus $100.00 if a public hearing is required
Plus $5.00 per acre or $3.00 per lot or unit
Replat, where no public improvements $275.00
are proposed
Filing fee. Where any final plat, replat, conveyance plat, minor plat, corrected plat or
zoning variance decision is filed with Tarrant County for recording, a fee equal to the
amount charged by the Tarrant County Clerk will be required.
Special studies (hydraulic analysis, traffic analysis, etc.) Actual cost plus 10%
Street and drainage escrow, per linear foot per foot of width $5.00
Sanitary sewer pro-rata (lineal foot frontage) $20.00
Variances or special exceptions to the planning regulations $235.00
(Ch. 84, Articles IX, X, XI and XII of the Code of Ordinances
(UDC), per hearing
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Water pro-rata (lineal foot frontage) $20.00
SAVING CLAUSE. That applicable chapters of the Code of Ordinances, City of
Euless, Texas, as amended, shall remain in full force and effect, save and except as
amended by this ordinance.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. That it is hereby declared to be the intention of the City
Council that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this ordinance
are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance
shall be declared invalid or unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the
remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance, since
the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this
ordinance of any such invalid or unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or
section.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after
its passage with billing cycles beginning on or after October 1, 2015, and as provided by
the Euless City Charter and the laws of the State of Texas.
PRESENTED AND APPROVED ON FIRST AND FINAL READING at a regular
meeting of the Euless City Council on September 8, 2015, by a vote of 6 ayes, o
nays, and o abstentions.
APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Linda Ma in, Mayor Wayne K. Olson, City Attorney
ATTEST:
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im, utter, TRMC, City Secretary
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