Residential Building Fee REBATE Program

 

The Program

The program provides a 100% rebate for all building safety fees on projects completed on existing

single family residential properties that are over 20-years old in the City of Tempe.

 

Projects that are complete and receive a final building inspection approval within one-year from

the issuance of a building permit will qualify.

 

This includes all residential additions, alterations and home projects normally reviewed and

permitted by the Building Safety Division.

 

Eligible Projects Include

Room additions *

Building alterations

Patio covers

In-ground pools

Landscape work

Plumbing, electrical & mechanical alterations

And other qualifying projects!

     *Except bedroom additions on rental properties

 

Potential Savings

200 sq. ft. building addition:  $400

Backyard Patio cover:  $150

New Custom Pool:  $250

Bathroom Remodel:  $300

Typical Patio Enclosure:  $500

Enclosed Entry:  $100

Typical Kitchen Remodel:  $375

      Excludes planning & engineering fees

Fees Not Eligible for Rebate

Investigation fees

Permits issued for illegal construction

Renewal fees

Other permit types (i.e. Engineering, Fire, Water & Sewer)

How to Apply for a Rebate

  • Make sure your permit was  issued AFTER June 30, 2007

  • Make sure your residence is over 20-years old

  • Make sure your project receives a FINAL inspection approval within one-year of permit issuance

  • Fill out a refund application

  • Submit your refund application by fax, mail or in person

  • Allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing

 

Please contact us if you have any questions or require additional information