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DBI reports 3–4% cost-schedule increase; commissioners ask for data and comparatives
Summary
DBI technical staff reported a 3–4% increase to the Department’s cost schedule based on the Division of the State Architect index and added powered door operators; commissioners requested a fuller briefing on the data sources and comparison with planning fees at the next meeting.
Kirk Means of DBI Technical Services briefed the commission on the annual update to the Department’s cost schedule, referencing a national estimating service used by the Division of the State Architect. The update results in an across‑the‑board increase of roughly 3–4% in construction valuation figures and adds two power‑door operator entries (battery and AC powered) to the schedule.
Commissioners expressed concern about the size of the increase and requested a formal presentation at the next meeting showing the data source, the nexus to the index, and comparative fee information (including planning fees) so the commission can better understand the impact on applicants. DBI agreed to prepare that information for the next meeting.
No action was required; the item was an informational update.
