San Ramon council questions $4,000–$4,500 appeal deposit after staff cites Matrix fee study
Council heard a staff recommendation to retain a deposit-based appeal fee model (staff cited a Matrix Consulting Group time-and-cost study that estimated a typical appeal at about $6,700). Public commenters and several council members said the current $4,000–$4,500 deposits deter appeals; council asked staff for additional options and data and directed follow-up at a workshop and policy committee.
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The San Ramon City Council spent the bulk of Monday—s meeting discussing the city—s planning appeal fee structure, including whether a $4,000–$4,500 deposit creates an undue barrier to public appeals.
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