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We have collected data nationwide to help calculate the average cost of permit service in the US. The following are average costs and prices reported back to us:

Cost of Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$57.90 per hour (residential projects) (Range: $52.65 - $63.14)

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Permit Service Cost Data

86303, Prescott, Arizona - November 17, 2025

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$750.00 to $2,750.00 fixed fee to expedite permit (new home construction)
$1,500.00 to $2,000.00 fixed fee to expedite permit (home addition)
For master-planned communities with master plans approved, we are able to offer a steeply discounted rate in order to help developers get their permits approved speedily. We also work with custom homes, which can be more complex, require more corrections and time all around, which is what our higher pricing model represents.

Reported by:
James Gardner, Permit Pushers
See the Prescott Permit Service Cost Report

32003, Fleming Island, Florida - July 8, 2025

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$400.00 to $600.00 fixed fee to expedite permit (new home construction)
$200.00 to $400.00 fixed fee to expedite permit (home addition)
$35.00 to $50.00 per hour (residential projects)
$50.00 to $75.00 per hour (commercial projects)

Reported by:
ProMatcher Research Team
See the Fleming Island Permit Service Cost Report

33990, Cape Coral, Florida - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$49.69 to $59.59 per hour (residential projects)
Cost estimate considers labor for construction permit expediting. Price estimate includes pickup and delivery of documents, permit application assistance and submission, and coordination with local building department to secure construction permit. Does not include commercial building permits, the services of an engineer, and architectural drafting services.

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ProMatcher Research Team
See the Cape Coral Permit Service Cost Report

95402, Santa Rosa, California - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$76.16 to $91.33 per hour (residential projects)
The cost of permit expediting services is included in the estimate. Price takes into account researching local codes, preparing the permit application, submitting necessary documents for the proposed work, and assistance with approvals and inspections. Items excluded: commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

Reported by:
ProMatcher Research Team
See the Santa Rosa Permit Service Cost Report

95661, Roseville, California - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$47.18 to $56.58 per hour (residential projects)
This is considered a standard price for permit expediting services. The standard rate includes review of plans prior to submission to ensure compliance with local codes, assistance filling out paperwork and collecting documents, and streamlined communication with the permit office. The base cost will not include commercial building permits, the services of an engineer, and architectural drafting services.

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ProMatcher Research Team
See the Roseville Permit Service Cost Report

97701, Bend, Oregon - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$52.40 to $62.84 per hour (residential projects)
Includes cost estimate for permit expediting services. Includes review of plans prior to submission to ensure compliance with local codes, assistance filling out paperwork and collecting documents, and streamlined communication with the permit office. Price excludes commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

Reported by:
ProMatcher Research Team
See the Bend Permit Service Cost Report

75702, Tyler, Texas - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$47.38 to $56.82 per hour (residential projects)
This estimate includes permit expediting services. Also includes researching local codes, preparing the permit application, submitting necessary documents for the proposed work, and assistance with approvals and inspections. There is an additional cost for commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

Reported by:
ProMatcher Research Team
See the Tyler Permit Service Cost Report

10199, New York, New York - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$78.23 to $93.81 per hour (residential projects)
This should be considered a ballpark estimate for permit expediting services. Most estimates include researching local codes, preparing the permit application, submitting necessary documents for the proposed work, and assistance with approvals and inspections. Certain items, such as commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services, are not typically included.

Reported by:
ProMatcher Research Team
See the New York Permit Service Cost Report

08901, New Brunswick, New Jersey - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$63.32 to $75.93 per hour (residential projects)
This is a general estimate for permit expediting services. Cost does include review of plans prior to submission to ensure compliance with local codes, assistance filling out paperwork and collecting documents, and streamlined communication with the permit office. Cost does not include commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

Reported by:
ProMatcher Research Team
See the New Brunswick Permit Service Cost Report

65203, Columbia, Missouri - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$45.71 to $54.81 per hour (residential projects)
This is a general cost for permit expediting services. Estimate takes into account review of plans prior to submission to ensure compliance with local codes, assistance filling out paperwork and collecting documents, and streamlined communication with the permit office. Excludes commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

Reported by:
ProMatcher Research Team
See the Columbia Permit Service Cost Report

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