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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

80004, Arvada, Colorado - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$49.35 to $59.18 per hour (residential projects)
This permit expediting services price considers the cost of labor. Also includes researching local codes, preparing the permit application, submitting necessary documents for the proposed work, and assistance with approvals and inspections. Cost estimate excludes commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

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

28228, Charlotte, North Carolina - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$45.85 to $54.99 per hour (residential projects)
Cost of construction permit expediting is included. 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.

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

79402, Lubbock, Texas - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$43.84 to $52.57 per hour (residential projects)
This ballpark estimate covers the cost of construction permit expediting. There is no extra charge for 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 estimate does not cover commercial building permits, the services of an engineer, and architectural drafting services.

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

16601, Altoona, Pennsylvania - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$47.82 to $57.35 per hour (residential projects)
Cost includes labor for permit expediting services. Also 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. Items not included: commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

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

92262, Palm Springs, California - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$59.93 to $71.86 per hour (residential projects)
This is the average price range for permit expediting services. Almost all quotes include pickup and delivery of documents, permit application assistance and submission, and coordination with local building department to secure construction permit. Prices may be higher for consulting with an architect or engineer, drawing up plans, or securing permits for larger-scale commercial projects.

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

43601, Toledo, Ohio - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$46.25 to $55.46 per hour (residential projects)
This permit expediting services price considers the cost of labor. Also includes researching local codes, preparing the permit application, submitting necessary documents for the proposed work, and assistance with approvals and inspections. Cost estimate excludes commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

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

06904, Stamford, Connecticut - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$72.27 to $86.67 per hour (residential projects)
Labor is included permit expediting services price. Also includes researching local codes, preparing the permit application, submitting necessary documents for the proposed work, and assistance with approvals and inspections. Cost does not include commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

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

32301, Tallahassee, Florida - November 6, 2020

Permit Services - Run or Expedite a Permit

$46.74 to $56.05 per hour (residential projects)
Price takes into account the cost of permit expediting services. No additional charge for researching local codes, preparing the permit application, submitting necessary documents for the proposed work, and assistance with approvals and inspections. Excludes commercial projects, engineering fees, and blueprint drafting or design services.

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

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