Commissioners table proposal to add penalties for development without permits

May 26, 2026

Permits & Inspections staff sought authority to add an additional fee (described as equal to the original permit fee) for work done without a required permit, particularly in flood-prone areas, but the court voted to table the item until staff return with a clear fee schedule and language.

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Permits & Inspections staff asked the court May 26 to consider adding penalty fees for development that proceeds without obtaining required permits, citing repeated violations in multiple precincts and particular concern in flood-prone areas where elevation certificates are required.

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