Council approves unified fee schedule changes for planning division

Aug 18, 2025

Council adopted Resolution 25-1127 to amend the Unified Fee Schedule for Planning Division applications to add a flat fee plus a deposit to cover outside professional services (hearing examiner, city attorney); the change was approved 7-0 and staff proposed an effective date of Sept. 1, 2025.

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The Lynden City Council voted unanimously to approve Resolution 25-1127, amending the Unified Fee Schedule for Planning Division applications. The amendment adds a flat fee plus a deposit intended to cover typical outside professional services such as hearing examiner and city attorney work; staff noted deposits will be monitored and professional services halted if the deposit funds are depleted.

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