TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
INSPECTION FEE POLICY
The charging of fees is an equitable method of recovering costs or portions thereof from the users of engineering inspection services provided by the Town of Chapel Hill. Such inspections benefit developers and contractors by providing assistance in quality control and construction efficiency, thereby reducing potential costs of repairing/replacing substandard work and reducing the risk of future reprisals from dissatisfied buyers and/or public officials. The public-at-large benefits by being assured of quality construction which is safe, functional, economical, and does not require high costs for future repair and maintenance.
Fees are set to recoup most of the costs of providing standard engineering inspections for public works construction, and to maintain a reasonable comparative relationship to fees for similar services in other North Carolina communities. Review of fees shall be scheduled based on cumulative revisions in the cost of providing inspection services.
Fees shall be waived for all Town administered improvement projects, projects determined by the Town Manager to be of public necessity such as major utility construction by OWASA or others, projects developed by or for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill or the North Carolina Memorial Hospitals, and private development projects or parts thereof which include publicly subsidized housing so determined by the Town Manager.
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FEE SCHEDULE
The following fees will apply to engineering inspections within the jurisdiction of the Town of Chapel Hill:
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Full or Partial Street Improvements
(including storm drains, sidewalk, curb and gutter, paving, grading and appurtenant work in or adjacent to public rights-of-way) $4.00 per linear foot |
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Utility Service Improvements
(including excavation, backfill, and appurtenant work relating to the installation, repair, replacement, or removal of sewer, water, gas, telephone, electric, and/or similar utility facilities in or adjacent to public rights-of-way) $1.10 per linear foot |
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Driveway Entrances
(Including removal of existing curb and gutter as necessary, excavation, forming, and concrete placement for new driveway entrance and apron) $50.00 lump sum |
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
MUNICIPAL CEMETERY FEES
The Town of Chapel Hill owns and operates two cemeteries which are available for use by both residents and non-residents of the Town.
The cemetery fee entitles the purchaser to burial rights in perpetuity for specific cemetery space or spaces identified in the Town cemetery records and surveys.
The fees are set to approximate typical charges for similar facilities in our region of North Carolina, and they are reviewed regularly to maintain parity.
FEE SCHEDULE
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BURIAL SPACE |
$500 |
$1,000 |
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CREMATION SPACE |
$250 |
$ 500 |
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INTERMENT FEE* |
$450 |
$ 450 |
*Interment fee is required only if burial vault or grave liner is not used, in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Town Code of Ordinances.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE
USER FEE SCHEDULE
Fiscal Year 2003-2004
The Town of Chapel Hill produces Town Council agenda packets for interested persons. Depending upon individual preference, materials are either mailed or picked up at the Town Hall. Most materials are available on the Town’s Web site, at www.townofchapelhill.org.
Fees are set to capture all estimated postage costs and estimated production (paper, unit rental and supplies) costs.
AGENDA PACKETS PICKED UP AT TOWN HALL $210 per year
MAILED AGENDA PACKETS $350 per year
One agenda packet will be provided free of charge to area media and governmental jurisdictions, upon request.
Agenda face sheets will be provided free of charge. Agenda packets are also available for review at the Reference Desk of the Public Library and at the Town Hall.
TOWN CODE OF ORDINANCES
The Town Code of Ordinances contains the Town Charter and all ordinances that govern the Town. The Code is updated annually through supplements produced and distributed by the Clerk’s Office. It is also available on the Town’s Web site, at www.townofchapelhill.org.
TOWN CODE OF ORDINANCES $125
ANNUAL SUPPLEMENTS TO THE CODE $15 per year
Personal copies may be made in the Clerk’s Office at a cost of 10 cents per page.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
CHAPEL HILL FIRE DEPARTMENT
SCHEDULE OF PERMIT FEES
Up to 1500 square feet------ $20.00
1501 to 3000 square feet---- $30.00
3001 to 4500 square feet---- $40.00
4501 to 6000 square feet---- $50.00
6001 square feet and above- $60.00
CHAPEL HILL FIRE DEPARTMENT FEE SCHEDULE
Facility/Activity Fire Code Fee
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Operational permit required to manufacture, store or handle an aggregate quantity of Level 2 or Level 3 aerosol products in excess of 500 pounds. |
105.6.1 |
40.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate a special amusement building. |
105.6.2 |
40.00 |
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Operational permit required to use a Group H or Group S occupancy for aircraft servicing or repair and aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles. |
105.6.3 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to conduct a carnival or fair. |
105.6.4 |
40.00 |
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Permit required to install stationary lead-acid battery systems having a liquid capacity of more than 50 gallons. |
105.6.5 |
40.00 |
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Operational permit required to store, handle or use cellulose nitrate film in a Group A occupancy. |
105.6.6 |
40.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate a grain elevator, flour starch mill, or a plant pulverizing aluminum, coal, cocoa, magnesium, spices or sugar, or other operations producing combustible dusts. |
105.6.7 |
40.00 |
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Operational permit required for the storage, use or handling at normal temperature and pressure (NTP) of compressed gases in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.9. |
105.6.9 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for covered mall buildings when the following conditions exist: 1. The placement of retail fixtures and displays, concession equipment, displays of highly combustible goods and similar items in the mall. 2. The display of liquid-or-gas-fired equipment in the mall. 3. The use of open-flame or flame-producing equipment in the mall. |
105.6.10 |
40.00
40.00 40.00 |
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Operational permit required to produce, store, transport on site, use, handle or dispense cryogenic fluids in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.11. |
105.6.11 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to conduct welding operations within the jurisdiction. |
105.6.12 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to engage in the business of dry cleaning or to change to a more hazardous cleaning solvent used in existing dry cleaning equipment. |
105.6.13 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate exhibits and trade shows. |
105.6.14 |
40.00 |
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Operational permit required for the manufacture, storage, handling, sale or use of any quantity of explosive, explosive material, fireworks or pyrotechnic special effects within the scope of this code. |
105.6.15 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to use or operate fire hydrants or valves intended for fire suppression purposes which are installed on water systems and accessible to a fire apparatus access road that is open to or generally used by the public. |
105.6.16 |
40.00 |
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Operational permits are required for flammable and combustible liquids as follows: 1. To use or operate a pipeline for the transportation within facilities of flammable or combustible liquids. 2. To store, handle or use Class I liquids in excess of 5 gallons in a building or in excess on 10 gallons outside of a building. 3. To store, handle or use Class II or Class IIIA liquids in excess of 25 gallons in a building or in excess of 60 gallons outside a building, except for fuel oil used with oil burning equipment. 4. To remove Class I or Class II liquids from an underground storage tank used for fueling motor vehicles by any means other than the approved, stationary on-site pumps normally used for dispensing purposes. 5. To operate tank vehicles, equipment, tanks, plants, terminals, wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries and similar facilities where flammable and combustible liquids are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed or used. 6. To install, alter, remove, abandon, place temporarily out of Service (for more than 90 days) or otherwise dispose of an underground, protected above-ground or above-ground flammable or combustible liquid tank. 7. To change the type of contents stored in a flammable or combustible liquid tank to a material which poses a greater hazard than that for which the tank was designed and constructed. 8. To manufacture, process, blend or refine flammable or combustible liquids. 9. To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank Vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments. |
105.6.17 |
40.00
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50.00
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100.00
100.00
100.00
100.00
50.00
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Operational permit required for floor finishing or surfacing operations exceeding 350 square feet using Class I or Class II liquids. |
105.6.18 |
40.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate a fruit or crop-ripening facility or conduct a fruit-ripening process using ethylene gas. |
105.6.19 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate a business of fumigation or thermal insecticidal fogging and to maintain a room, vault or chamber in which a toxic or flammable fumigant is used. |
105.6.20 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to store, transport on site, dispense, use or handle hazardous materials in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.21. |
105.6.21 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to store, handle or use hazardous production materials. |
105.6.22 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to use a building or portion thereof as a high-piled storage area exceeding 500 square feet. |
105.6.23 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for hot work including but not limited to: 1. Public exhibitions and demonstrations where hot work is conducted. 2. Use of portable hot work equipment inside a structure, except work conducted under a construction permit. 3. Fixed-site hot work equipment such as welding booths. 4. Hot work conducted within a hazardous fire area. 5. Application of roof coverings with the use of an open-flame device. 6. A hot work program that allows approved personnel within a facility to regulate their facility’s hot work operations. |
105.6.24 |
40.00
50.00
50.00 75.00 75.00
100.00 |
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Operational permit required for operation of industrial ovens. |
105.6.25 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for the storage or processing of lumber exceeding 100,000 board feet. |
105.6.26 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to display, operate or demonstrate liquid-or gas-fueled vehicles or equipment in assembly buildings. |
105.6.27 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit, as approved by the NC Department of Agriculture may be required for: 1. Storage and use of LP gas. 2. Operation of cargo tankers that transport LP gas. |
105.6.28 |
50.00 100.00 |
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Operational permit required to melt, cast, heat treat or grind more than 10 pounds of magnesium. |
105.6.29 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to store in any building or upon any premises in excess of 2500 cubic feet gross volume of combustible packing cases, boxes, barrels or similar containers, rubber tires, rubber, cork or similar combustible material. |
105.6.30 |
75.00 |
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Operational permit required for the kindling or maintaining of an open fire or a fire on any public street, alley, road, or other public or private ground. |
105.6.31 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to remove paint with a torch or to use a torch or open-flame device in a hazardous area. Operational permit also required to use open flame candles in connection with assembly areas, dining areas of restaurants or drinking establishments. |
105.6.32.1
105.6.32.2 |
100.00
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for any organic coating manufacturing operation producing more than 1 gallon of an organic coating in one day. |
105.6.33 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate a place of assembly. |
105.6.34 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for the removal from service, use or operation of private fire hydrants. |
105.6.35 |
50.00
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Operational permit required for use and handling of pyrotechnic special effects material. |
105.6.36 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required for storage or handling of more than 25 pounds of cellulose nitrate plastics and for the assembly or manufacture of articles involving pyroxylin plastics. |
105.6.37 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate a mechanical refrigeration unit or system regulated by Chapter 6. |
105.6.38 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for operation of repair garages and automotive, marine and fleet service stations. |
105.6.39 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for the operation of a rooftop heliport |
105.6.40 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to conduct a spraying or dipping operation utilizing flammable or combustible liquids or the application of combustible powders. |
105.6.41 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to establish, conduct or maintain storage of scrap tires and tire byproducts that exceeds 2500 cubic feet of total volume of scrap tires and for indoor storage of tires and tire byproducts. |
105.6.42 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure or a tent having an area in excess of 200 square feet or a canopy in excess of 400 square feet. (Check exceptions) |
105.6.43 |
50.00 |
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Operational permit required for the operation and maintenance of a tire-rebuilding plant. |
105.6.44 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required for the operation of wrecking yards, junk yards and waste material-handling facilities. |
105.6.45 |
100.00 |
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Operational permit required to store chips, hogged material, lumber or plywood in excess of 200 cubic feet. |
105.6.46 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required to install, modify or alter an automatic fire extinguishing system. |
105.7.1 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required to install, repair damage to, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of service, close or substantially modify when compressed gases in use or storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.9. (See exceptions) |
105.7.2 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required for installation of or modification to fire alarm and detection systems and related equipment. |
105.7.3 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required for installation of or modification to fire pumps and related fuel tanks, controllers and generators. |
105.7.4 |
100.00 |
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Construction permits required for flammable and combustible liquids to: 1. Install, construct or alter tank vehicles, equipment, tanks, plants, terminals, wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries and similar facilities where flammable and combustible liquids are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed or used. 2. Install, alter, remove, abandon, place temporarily out of service or otherwise dispose of a flammable or combustible liquid tank. |
105.7.5 |
100.00
100.00 |
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Construction permit required to install, repair damage to, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of service, or close or substantially modify a storage facility or other area regulated by Chapter 27 (Hazardous Materials) when the hazardous materials in storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.21. |
105.7.6 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required for installation of industrial ovens covered by Chapter 21. |
105.7.7 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required for installation of or modification to an LP-gas system. |
105.7.8 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required for the installation or modification of private fire hydrants. |
105.7.9 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required to install or modify a spray room, dip tank or booth. |
105.7.10 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required for the installation, modification to or removal from service of a standpipe system. |
105.7.11 |
100.00 |
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Construction permit required to erect an air-supported structure or a tent having an area in excess of 200 square feet or a canopy in excess of 400 square feet. (See exceptions) |
105.7.12 |
50.00 |
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Mandatory Citations to Court Issued for the following violations:
Exit doors locked, blocked or otherwise obstructed, Section 1011.2.
Fire alarm, automatic fire sprinkler system, standpipe system or other building fire protection systems removed from service without notification to or approval from Chapel Hill Fire Department, Section 901.7.
Failure to correct violations of the North Carolina Fire Code that constitute an imminent safety to life hazard and/or which may create delays in the exiting of the building’s occupants, Section 102.1.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT
SCHEDULE OF BUILDING PERMIT FEES
The following schedule of building permit fees is applicable to the Chapel Hill zoning jurisdiction. Fees are based on cost of construction.
$ 100 - $ 1,000 $25.00
$ 1,001 - $ 5,000 $40.00
$ 5,001 - $10,000 $55.00
$10,001 - $ 20,000 $75.00
$20,001 - $ 50,000 $6.00/$1,000
$50,001 - $500,000 Base fee of $300 + $2.50 / $1,000 over
$50,001
$500,001 and up Base fee of $1,425 + $1.25 per thousand over $500,001
MISCELLANEOUS
Swimming Pools: $40.00/In Town limits; $60.00/Out
Signs: $25.00 for the first sign + $5.00 each
additional sign
Mobile Homes/Construction Trailers: $40.00/In; $60.00 Out
Insulation: $40.00/In; $50.00/Out (per housing unit)
Rental licensing fee: $10.00 for each unit. The license fee is
doubled when applied for after the
deadline.
If any person commences any work on a building or service system before obtaining the necessary permit, he or she shall be subject to a double permit fee (emergency repairs excluded).
Additional inspections made necessary through failure to comply with applicable code requirements are hereby designated as "re-inspections". For each re-inspection, a fee of $50.00 shall be paid before a re-inspection can be scheduled.
There is a $4,407.00 Chapel Hill-Carrboro School Impact Fee to be charged for every new detached dwelling unit and a $1,979 impact fee for all other dwelling units. This shall be paid for in order to receive a Certificate of Occupancy and final power.
This schedule shall be effective from July 1, 2004 until amended.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT
ELECTRICAL FEE SCHEDULE
Single Meter - 100 amp $50.00
Single Meter - 125 amp $55.00
Single Meter - 150 amp $60.00
Single Meter - 200 amp $65.00
Single Meter - 400 amp $70.00
Single Meter - 600 amp $80.00
Single Meter - 800 amp $90.00
Single Meter - 1000 amp $100.00
For OUTSIDE Town limits, add $30.00 to above fees.
Change Service - $25.00/In; $40.00/Out
Mobile Homes/Construction Trailers - $25.00/In; $40.00/Out
Additions and Alterations - Counted by total number of lights, switches and outlets added, moved or changed.
First 10 - $30.00
For each additional ten (10) fixtures, add $3.00. For example, 65 fixtures would be $45.00.
Additional inspections made necessary through failure to comply with applicable code requirements are hereby designated as "re-inspections". For each re-inspection, a fee of $50.00 shall be paid before a re-inspection can be scheduled.
This schedule shall be effective from July 1, 2003 until amended
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING FEE SCHEDULES
MECHANICAL
$25.00/In Town limits; $50.00/Outside Town limits for each unit of heating and cooling.
For example, ONE heat pump, gas furnace with A/C or electric furnace with A/C would be $50.00 inside Town limits, $100.00 outside; two of the above in a dwelling unit would be $100.00 and $200.00 respectively.
Change-outs or replacing both heating and cooling units would be the same. But if you are only replacing the heating OR cooling units, the fee would be $25.00 or $50.00.
PLUMBING
Inside Town limits:
$6.00/fixture - $30.00 minimum charge
$25.00 sewer connection fee for existing homes
Outside Town limits:
$7.00/fixture - $35.00 minimum charge
$30.00 sewer connection fee for existing houses
Additional inspections made necessary through failure to comply with applicable code requirements are hereby designated as "re-inspections". For each re-inspection, a fee of $50.00 shall be paid before a re-inspection can be scheduled.
This schedule shall be effective from July 1, 2003 until amended.
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Determination of Total Valuation. For purposes of determining fees, total valuation shall be either the actual contract price or an applicable amount based on the total square footage of the structure to be built, multiplied by the square foot cost data prescribed on the attached Building Valuation Data Table which is a part of this fee schedule, whichever is greater. Data in the tables must be multiplied by the appropriate regional modifier. The regional modifier for the Chapel Hill area is 1.07. In absence of a actual contract the total square footage price will be calculated on the "Good" category.
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Auditorium |
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- Good |
130 |
125 |
64 |
62 |
100 |
96 |
100 |
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95 |
92 |
44 |
42 |
71 |
67 |
72 |
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- Good |
126 |
121 |
88 |
86 |
101 |
97 |
102 |
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91 |
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92 |
89 |
65 |
63 |
73 |
69 |
74 |
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65 |
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Gymnasium |
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- Good |
103 |
103 |
75 |
73 |
81 |
77 |
82 |
78 |
74 |
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76 |
76 |
53 |
51 |
59 |
56 |
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57 |
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107 |
107 |
81 |
79 |
88 |
84 |
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84 |
80 |
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80 |
80 |
61 |
59 |
69 |
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70 |
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122 |
118 |
78 |
76 |
85 |
81 |
85 |
81 |
77 |
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92 |
90 |
55 |
53 |
61 |
57 |
62 |
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104 |
101 |
72 |
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80 |
76 |
81 |
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79 |
76 |
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48 |
58 |
54 |
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61 |
59 |
49 |
46 |
54 |
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46 |
44 |
34 |
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32 |
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- Good |
104 |
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81 |
79 |
83 |
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69 |
65 |
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94 |
90 |
67 |
65 |
69 |
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70 |
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54 |
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- Good |
103 |
103 |
79 |
77 |
85 |
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86 |
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80 |
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60 |
58 |
66 |
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39 |
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34 |
31 |
38 |
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24 |
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29 |
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27 |
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31 |
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Determination of Total Valuation. For purposes of determining fees, total valuation shall be either the actual contract price or an applicable amount based on the total square footage of the structure to be built, multiplied by the square foot cost data prescribed on the attached Building Valuation Data Table which is a part of this fee schedule, whichever is greater. Data in the tables must be multiplied by the appropriate regional modifier. The regional modifier for the Chapel Hill area is 1.07. In absence of an actual contract the total square footage price will be calculated on the "Good" category. |
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I-B |
II-A |
II-B |
III-A |
III-B |
IV |
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V-B |
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Convalescent Hospital |
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- Good |
128 |
124 |
88 |
86 |
96 |
N/P(1) |
97 |
93 |
N/P (1) |
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- Average |
105 |
103 |
68 |
66 |
75 |
N/P(1) |
75 |
72 |
N/P (1) |
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Hospital |
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Good |
153 |
150 |
88 |
86 |
129 |
N/P(1) |
129 |
122 |
N/P (1) |
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- Average |
123 |
121 |
68 |
66 |
102 |
N/P(1) |
103 |
98 |
N/P (1) |
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Mercantile |
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Department Stores |
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- Good |
88 |
86 |
56 |
54 |
74 |
70 |
75 |
59 |
55 |
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- Average |
68 |
66 |
42 |
40 |
61 |
57 |
61 |
46 |
42 |
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Mall Stores |
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- Good |
101 |
101 |
66 |
64 |
73 |
69 |
74 |
70 |
66 |
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- Average |
82 |
82 |
56 |
52 |
60 |
56 |
61 |
57 |
53 |
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Mall - Concourse |
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- Good |
79 |
79 |
56 |
54 |
58 |
54 |
59 |
58 |
54 |
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- Average |
62 |
62 |
43 |
41 |
45 |
41 |
46 |
45 |
41 |
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Retail Store |
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- Good |
70 |
68 |
56 |
54 |
61 |
57 |
61 |
59 |
55 |
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- Average |
55 |
53 |
42 |
40 |
47 |
43 |
48 |
46 |
42 |
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Apartments |
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- Good |
83 |
80 |
62 |
50 |
69 |
65 |
70 |
65 |
61 |
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- Average |
65 |
63 |
48 |
45 |
53 |
49 |
54 |
50 |
46 |
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Dormitories |
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- Good |
98 |
96 |
76 |
74 |
83 |
79 |
83 |
77 |
74 |
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- Average |
77 |
75 |
58 |
56 |
64 |
60 |
64 |
60 |
56 |
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Homes for Elderly |
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- Good |
99 |
97 |
81 |
79 |
86 |
83 |
87 |
84 |
80 |
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- Average |
78 |
76 |
61 |
59 |
67 |
63 |
68 |
65 |
61 |
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Hotel |
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- Good |
104 |
102 |
68 |
65 |
88 |
84 |
89 |
84 |
80 |
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- Average |
82 |
80 |
50 |
48 |
74 |
70 |
75 |
71 |
67 |
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Motel |
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- Good |
104 |
102 |
68 |
65 |
72 |
68 |
73 |
70 |
66 |
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- Average |
82 |
80 |
50 |
48 |
54 |
50 |
55 |
52 |
48 |
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Single Family Residence |
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- Good |
89 |
86 |
69 |
67 |
76 |
72 |
76 |
70 |
66 |
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- Average |
67 |
65 |
50 |
48 |
55 |
51 |
56 |
52 |
48 |
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Storage |
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Auto Parking Structure |
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- Good |
36 |
34 |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D (2) |
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- Average |
28 |
27 |
22 |
20 |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D (2) |
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Repair Garage |
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- Good |
47 |
45 |
37 |
35 |
45 |
41 |
46 |
40 |
36 |
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- Average |
35 |
33 |
27 |
25 |
34 |
30 |
35 |
31 |
27 |
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Warehouse |
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- Good |
47 |
45 |
31 |
29 |
36 |
33 |
37 |
34 |
30 |
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- Average |
35 |
33 |
22 |
20 |
27 |
23 |
28 |
25 |
21 |
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Determination of Total Valuation. For purposes of determining fees, total valuation shall be either the actual contract price or an applicable amount based on the total square footage of the structure to be built, multiplied by the square foot cost data prescribed on the attached Building Valuation Data Table which is a part of this fee schedule, whichever is greater. Data in the tables must be multiplied by the appropriate regional modifier. The regional modifier for the Chapel Hill area is 1.07. In absence of a actual contract the total square footage price will be calculated on the "Good" category. |
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Private Garage |
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- Good |
36 |
34 |
35 |
33 |
42 |
38 |
43 |
39 |
35 |
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- Average |
28 |
27 |
28 |
25 |
34 |
30 |
34 |
31 |
27 |
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Greenhouse |
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- Good |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
11.81 |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
5.65 |
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- Average |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
5.48 |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
N/D(2) |
3.68 |
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3. Unfinished basements - $11.81/sqft. |
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4. For sprinklered buildings in other than hazardous occupancies, add $1.75/sqft. |
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6. A good building will normally have some components which are only average, but many will be better than average. |
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A good building is well insulated to utility standards, packaged or zoned air conditioning; has more than the minimum code |
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required plumbing fixtures, and lighting and electrical outlets, with good quality fixtures, interior and exterior finishes and carpets. |
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7. An average building has minimum model energy code insulation levels, with a forced air system, contains the minimum code |
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required plumbing fixtures, lighting, electric outlets; and has average quality interior and minimum carpet. |
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CHAPEL HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
Proposed Schedule of Fines and Fees
2003-2004
FINES FOR OVERDUE MATERIALS
Adult $.20/day Maximum: $10.00 per item
Juvenile $.20/day Maximum: $ 3.50 per item
High Demand Books $.50/day Maximum: None
NON-RESIDENT FEES $50/year
SPECIAL SERVICES FEES
Reserves - Adult/YA $ 1.00
Reserves - Juvenile $ 1.00
Interlibrary Loan $ 1.00 each + any lending library charge
Copies $ .10/each
Collection Agency $10.00 + any collection agency charge
LOST/DAMAGED MATERIALS: Charges incurred by the patron will include the current item replacement cost + $4.00 per item processing fee + cover/case cost when applicable. If the current replacement price is unavailable, then:
Hardcovers
Adult/YA $25.00
Juvenile $17.00
Paperbacks: Book cost + cover cost, when applicable:
Trade (Adult/YA) $ 15.00 Mass Market (A) $ 10.00 Mass Market (J) $ 7.50
Cover $ 5.00
Cassettes/Compact Discs: Item cost +case cost, when applicable
Cassettes $ 15.00 per tape
Compact disc $ 20.00 per disc
Cassette case $ 6.00
Compact disc case $ 8.00
LOST LIBRARY CARDS:
First card replacement $2.00
Second card replacement $3.00
Over two card replacements $5.00
The charging of user fees is an equitable method of recovering costs or portions thereof, from the participant receiving a chosen specialized Parks and Recreation service. In order to assess fees uniformly for all types of programs and services, the following policies are adopted:
SECTION A: RESIDENT AND NON-RESIDENT STATUS
1. Priority by Place of Residence: Registration procedures will be followed that will give first priority to residents of the Town of Chapel Hill or Orange County over non-Town or County residents. The Parks & Recreation Department reserves the right to provide priority registration to Town of Chapel Hill residents over Orange County residents in selected programs.
2. Teams: Teams will receive priority resident status if at least 60% of the maximum number of members allowed on team rosters resides in Chapel Hill or Orange County.
3. Exemptions: The Director may grant exemptions to resident status in extraordinary situations in order to ensure minimum program enrollment.
4. Non-resident User Fee: Youth and adult program participants or team members who reside outside of the Town limits of Chapel Hill and Orange County may use Department programs, equipment, and facilities by paying the total of 100% of a program's cost and a non-resident surcharge of 20% per program, rounded to the nearest dollar. This surcharge offsets property taxes paid by Town and County residents to support the Town's programs and facilities.
SECTION B: ESTABLISHING PROGRAM FEES
1. Program Costs: Program costs (with the exception of aquatic programs) will be determined by totaling direct costs, such as the costs of specialized employees, special facilities and equipment, and expendable materials and supplies, and dividing the total cost by the minimum number of participants in the program.
· Program participation fees for youth (18 and under) will be set to recover 100% of the program’s direct costs.
· Adult programs will be assessed a 10% administrative charge in addition to the 100% of direct costs.
2. Street Fairs: Booth fees will be based on 100% of the Parks and Recreation Department's direct program costs and dividing the total by the number of booth spaces.
3. Swimming Pool Fees: Single admissions, season passes, and punch passes are available to pool users. Fees will be reviewed yearly and will be determined by the operation and personnel costs of the pools and be competitive with other area public pools. (Please see Section C: Schedule of Fees)
4. Gymnasium Pass System: Photographic identification cards will be required for admission to gymnasiums for participants over 18 years of age. Cards will be renewed on an annual basis. Single daily admission fees will be available for participants who use the facility on a limited basis. (Please see Section C: Schedule of Fees) There will be a charge of $5 per pass to replace any lost pool or gym annual pass. A $5 charge will be assessed to replace a punch pass with confirmation by staff.
5. Belay Testing Fee: There will be a belay testing fee of $10 residents, $12 non-residents, paid at the time of testing. No refunds will be given if you do not pass the test.
6. Equipment/Improvement Cost Recovery: If special equipment or facility improvement costs for a specific program can be clearly identified, surcharges may be added to the program's user fee to recover these costs over the life of the equipment or improvement.
7. Fees for Experimental Programs: The Department may establish experimental youth workshops and classes, the costs of which have not been included in the original operating budget. In these cases, the Department may charge fees that will recover at least 50% of the direct program costs. The intent is to initiate new programs and allow time and flexibility for the program to gain momentum.
8. Nearest Dollar: User fees will be rounded to the nearest dollar.
9. Annual Review: The Parks and Recreation Commission will annually review all services and recommend a USER FEES POLICY to the Town Council.
10. Definition of Family: The definition of family participants in Parks and Recreation programs includes persons who are married, persons who are registered as domestic partners, persons who are single parents, and any youth under age 19 in these households to a maximum of 4 people. For fee reductions, eligible youth will be dependents confirmed through the Orange County Department of Social Services, Chapel Hill Housing Department, school Family Specialists, or dependents as listed on Federal Income Tax Return.
11. Schedule of Fees: A user fee schedule (Please see Section C) will be published annually.
12. Service Charge for Returned Checks: Service charge for checks returned due to insufficient funds: $25 per check.
Annual Pass Fee Resident Non-resident
Age 18 Years and younger: Free $20
Age 19 and older: $20 $40
Single Admission Fee Resident Non-resident
Age 18 Years and younger: Free $1
Age 19 and older: $1 $2
20 Punch Pass, All Participants $45 $100
Single Admission Fee
Daily Admission $3 $5
Preschooler (5 years and under) $1 $2
Youth (6 – 18 years) $2 $3
The Department may establish hours during which admission fees for swimming will not be collected.
Annual passes are valid for a period of one year, with a yearly cycle beginning in September and running through August. Prorated passes will be available for partial cycles.
Annual Pool Pass Fee Schedule
Resident Non-resident
Preschooler (5 years and younger) $25 $75
Youth (6 ‑18 years) $104 $156
Family $325 $468
Preschooler (5 years and younger) $7 $50
Youth (6-18 years) $48 $72
Family $180 $220
Additional Family Member $30 $36
Resident Non-resident
Youth (6-18 years) $32 $60
(Punch passes are sold at 20% savings for residents compared to the single admission fee.)
Resident Non-resident
Annual Membership (paid once a year) $5 $6
Daily Rate $5 $8
LONG TERM PASSES Resident Non-Resident
Annual Skateboard Pass Fee $175 $210
6 Month Skateboard Pass Fee $95 $114
3 Month Skateboard Pass Fee $55 $66
1 Month Skateboard Pass Fee $22 $26
All Day Skate with Pass $2 $2
Skate Park Helmet Rental $2 $2
BATTING CAGE FEE SCHEDULE
Standard Admission $2 per token, 1 token buys 25 pitches
Special Group Rates Resident Non-resident
$20 (500 pitches) $25 (500 pitches)
SECTION D: PAYMENT OF PROGRAM FEES
The Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Department is committed to making its programs, activities, and special events available to as many citizens as possible. This policy has been established to meet the needs of individuals or families judged to have limited financial resources. It is the intent of the Town of Chapel Hill that no person be prevented from participating in Parks and Recreation programs because of the inability to pay a full fee. The Parks and Recreation Department will make accommodations for participants who cannot complete the Fee Reduction Application without assistance.
Proper Forms: Requests for fee reductions must be submitted on a Fee Reduction Application.
(See Fee Reduction Application, Appendix A.)
2. Confidentiality: All fee reduction applications are public documents that must be made available to any person upon request. However, in the absence of a request to provide this information, Parks & Recreation Department staff will keep all information strictly confidential.
3. Criteria: Individuals who qualify for a fee reduction will be required to pay a portion of the total program fee based on household size and income*, relative to a Financial Assistance Eligibility Scale. This scale will use annually updated income statistics published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Based on the FAE scale, patrons would normally pay either 10 or 50 % of program fees.
*Household income is defined as the sum, on an annual basis, of all pay, allowances, maintenance/child support, social services allowances and other income for the household.
4. Verification: Household income, eligible household members, and dependents will be verified by one of three methods:
· Verification through the Chapel Hill Department of Public Housing.
· Verification through the Orange County Department of Social Services.
· Verification through the school Family Specialists.
· The patron will provide the P&R Department with a copy of their last year’s federal tax return (adjusted gross income will be used), and their current pay stub(s).
The Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Department will contact the Chapel Hill Department of Public Housing, or the Orange County Department of Social Services, to verify Fee Reduction Applications. Patrons requesting verification through a school Family Specialist will have their application signed by the Family Specialist prior to registration. Once qualified, the fee reduction would be valid for one year.
5. Provisional Approval: Approval is provisional until verified. If verification indicates that a fee reduction is not applicable, any prior programs for which a reduced fee was paid, will require full payment.
6. Fee Reductions for Pool Passes: Pool passes will not be issued until verification is complete. Please allow 2 weeks for the verification process.
7. Percentage of Program Fees: Patrons are required to pay a portion of the total program fee based on the Financial Assistance Eligibility Scale. Once qualified and a level of payment is determined, patrons would pay either 10 or 50% of program fees.
8. Documentation: Patrons who cannot verify their financial status through the Chapel Hill Department of Public Housing, the Orange County Department of Social Services, or the school Family Specialists are required to provide a copy of their last year’s tax return and current pay check stubs at the time of registration.
9. Minimum Charge Per Program: Patrons will pay the percentage of the program for which they qualify, unless that cost would be less than $5.00. In those instances the participant would pay $5.00 per program.
10. Financial Circumstances: Patrons who have circumstances that affect their ability to pay the percentage of program fees for which they qualify, would be able to discuss their situation with a program specialist, who has the authority to further reduce fees.
11. Programs Excluded: The Director may exclude certain programs with particularly high program costs, such as trips and private classes, from fee reduction eligibility.
12. Gymnasium Passes Excluded: Fee reductions shall not be granted for purchase of gymnasium passes. The Director of Parks and Recreation may grant exceptions under extraordinary circumstances.
13. Approval by Director: The Director of Parks and Recreation, or his designee, will review each fee reduction request and will have final authority to approve or deny the request.
Program fees may be prorated at the program specialist’s discretion. Program specialists will determine the cut-off point whereby participants can no longer join programs in progress. Prorated fees will be calculated on a per-week or per-meeting-date basis.
The following policy regulates the refunding of registration fees for Parks and Recreation programs, activities, and events:
1. Program participants in classes and ongoing programs will be given a 100% refund of the program registration fee paid if the participant(s) are not completely satisfied with the program and have followed the procedures in the refund policy. This does not include day or overnight trips or special single day workshops or programs.
2. The Department will make a full credit for all programs cancelled or adjusted as to time, date, or place. Patrons may request a refund by contacting the administrative office.
3. In the event that a participant registers by mail and the person’s preferred first, second, and third program choices are full, the Department will issue a full refund or a credit for future use. The credit will remain in effect for a period of two (2) years.
4. A full refund of registration fees will be made if:
§ For normally scheduled programs, the participant cancels before the second meeting.
§ For youth athletic programs and classes, cancellation occurs before the first skill evaluation.
§ For street fairs and adult sports team league deposits, cancellation occurs at least 2 weeks prior to the distribution of booth spaces or before the first organizational meeting of team captains.
§ For camps, the cancellation occurs at least 7 days prior to the first day of the camp.
§ For overnight bus trips, cancellation occurs at least 30 days prior to the trip.
§ For swimming pool season passes, the participant requests a refund. The amount of the refund will be prorated by the number of weeks the pass was used. Season pool passes are not transferable. Pool pass extensions will be made on a case-by-case basis, normally with supportive mdical information.
§ For private swim lessons, cancellation occurs at least two business days prior to the scheduled lesson.
§ No refund will be given if the participant fails to notify the Department within the time constraints designated above.
SECTION H: RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES
1. Rental of Departmental Areas and Facilities: Organizations and the general public may rent, when not in use for Department sponsored and co-sponsored activities, some areas and facilities. Area and facility rental rates will be computed by adding the personnel costs and hourly operating costs for the facility in question.
2. Use of Town Facilities by the School System: The Chapel Hill‑Carrboro School System and the Town's Mutual Cooperation Agreement, signed November 1977, guide the joint use of areas and facilities. No charges are assessed by either party for use of outdoor areas, fields, or courts. Fees for the use of Schools and Town facilities by the other party will be reviewed annually and adjusted accordingly in relation to the utility, custodial, and incidental arrangement costs incurred. Generally the charges for school use of Department facilities will be 50% of the established rental fee for that facility. A "Mutually Acceptable Employee" will assume responsibility for the activity and the facility.
Limited membership groups, such as denominational groups, partisan political groups (except partisan precinct meetings which are permitted by State Law) and labor organizations will not normally be permitted to use Parks & Recreation meeting rooms on a regular basis, but may apply in writing to the Parks & Recreation Department Director for permission to use the rooms for special occasions.
Organizational representatives must agree to be responsible for any damage done to facilities and equipment. Extra chairs, screens, blackboards, etc. may be provided by the user and must be removed immediately following the meeting or activity.
Athletic playing field rental applications will be accepted twice a year.
7. Restrictions: The Department shall restrict rentals of some facilities during certain periods of the year:
· Athletic playing fields are rented April 1 - November 30.
· Lincoln and Chapel Hill Community Center gyms are rented May 1 - September 30.
· Northside Gym is rented February 1 - April 30 and August 1 - September 30.
· Facilities may not be rented from 12:00 midnight until 6:00 A.M.
· A Parks and Recreation Supervisor must be present at ball fields and gyms.
· All pool rentals require a Parks and Recreation lifeguard to be present.
The Parks and Recreation Director may grant exceptions to these rental restrictions under extraordinary circumstances.
8. Application Guidelines: In order to make the necessary special arrangements, facility rental applications should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the requested date(s) of use. Staff reserve the right to accept rental reservations within two weeks of the rental date, however, all fees (deposit and hourly fee) for rentals with less than two weeks notice, must be paid in cash. Renters who cancel their rental within two business days of the rental date may forfeit a portion or their entire rental fee.
9. Security Deposit: A security deposit of $100 for damages will be collected for all facility rentals, with two exceptions: 1.) Picnic shelter rentals, and 2.) Rentals of meeting rooms. The Parks and Recreation Director may waive the rental deposit at her discretion. At the
conclusion of the rental, and if no damages have occurred, the security deposit will be refunded to the renter through the Town's Finance Department.
10. Rental Guidelines: All applicants requesting use of Department equipment and facilities must observe the following general guidelines and requirements:
Facility Access: Town facilities are available on a non-discriminatory basis. Appropriate activities need to accommodate individuals regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disabilities, affectional preference, or marital status.
Non-profit Activities: Town facilities and equipment may be used for fund raising activities provided such activities are not for private purposes or profit. Entry fees may be charged for events and tournaments provided that all proceeds benefit the non-profit organization. In all cases, the Town may request a signed financial account of actual expenses and revenues within 7 days after the event.
Activities for Profit: Admission may not be charged for entrance into Town-owned or controlled areas and facilities by private individuals and/or for profit organizations. Special exemptions may be made when the Department enters into a cooperative agreement with an individual or organization. In most cases, the Department will require the co-sponsoring agency to pay to the Town a percentage of gross receipts. The percentage amount to be paid to the Town will normally be 20% of gross receipts. If conditions warrant, the Director of Parks and Recreation may alter this amount.
Rental Fees: All rental fees must be paid at the time of application, unless other arrangements have been made prior to the period of reservation.
Renter Eligibility: Reservation agreements must be signed by persons age 21 years or older who are duly authorized to act for the applicant. When the planned activity is primarily for persons under 21 years old, the person signing the reservation agreement will be responsible for providing one adult chaperon for each group of 10 individuals in attendance, under the age of 21. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to require the renter to provide police security for special programs.
Governmental Boards and Agencies: Facilities are available at no charge to official government boards and agencies for events in the public interest when not otherwise in conflict with this policy.
Prohibited Activities and Items: Beer, wine, alcoholic beverages, firearms, or illegal drugs are not allowed within Town parks and facilities. Smoking is not permitted within Town parks and facilities.
Renter Responsibilities: the renter must leave the area, facility, and/or equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
Decorations: All forms of decoration must be approved by Department staff prior to placement. Decorations must not be taped, nailed, tacked, or otherwise attached to any tables, walls, ceilings, or any other portions of the buildings or equipment.
Damage to Facilities: Any and all damages to the areas, facilities or equipment while being used by the renter will be the responsibility of the renter and payable in full to the Town of Chapel Hill. Payment will include the costs of all labor, materials, and supplies to repair or replace the damage to facilities or equipment. If necessary, the Department will use the renter’s damage deposit to make repairs or replace damaged items.
Liability: The Town assumes no liability for the renter's use of the equipment or facility. As a condition of the use of the equipment or facility, the applicant shall hold the Town harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any activity or conduct of the renter while using the equipment or facility in question.
RENTAL OF OUTDOOR FACILITIES
Tennis courts, ballfields, the James C. Wallace Plaza, the A.D. Clark Pool, and some picnic shelters may be reserved if the request is consistent with Department procedures regarding the use of facilities and equipment.
All other outdoor facilities and play areas are not available for reservation, but are open to the public during normal park hours, on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event of inclement weather, the Department may cancel a reservation because of potential harm to the user or the facility.
1. Athletic Playing Fields may be rented by those wishing practice or game time. Rental time must be for a minimum 2 hour period. The Department requires that a Town Field Supervisor or a designee approved by the Department be present at all times.
· A fee of $15 per hour, per field, will be required for daytime reservations. These fees will entitle the user to a field in safe, playable condition.
· A fee of $30 per hour, per field, will be required for evening reservations involving the use of ballfield lights. These fees will entitle the user to a field in safe, playable condition.
· Upon request, the Department may prepare a field for play, to include dragging, lining, etc., and will maintain the field in an acceptable game condition. This additional service, when available, is $20 for the first field and $10 for each additional field.
· Ballfields may be rented for tournaments. A Town staff Field Supervisor must be present at all times during tournament play. Tournament rental fees: Daylight use: $50 per field per day; Day/Evening use: $70 per field per day; Field Supervisor $8 per hour.
2. Picnic Shelter Rentals are available at Umstead, North Forest Hills and Homestead Parks. The rental fee is $15 for a 4-hour block. Rental time is limited to an 8-hour period, except by special permission of the Director of Parks and Recreation.
3. Tennis Courts may be reserved by those wishing match or practice time. Rental time is limited to a 3‑hour period. Reservations will not be accepted for more than one-half of the playable courts at any one site. A fee of $10 per hour, per court, is required for daytime reservations and $20 per hour, per court, for evening reservations requiring use of the lights.
4. The A.D. Clark Pool may be rented when not open to the general public, or by permission of the Director of Parks and Recreation or his designee. The total rental fee will vary depending upon the number of people attending the activity. The Department will provide lifeguards. All safety and operating rules and regulations must be observed. The minimum rental period will be 2 hours.
The following fee schedule will be used for A.D. Clark Pool Rental:
Groups under 50: $40 per hour (2 lifeguards will be on duty)
Groups of 50‑100: $60 per hour (3 lifeguards)
Groups of 101‑125: $75 per hour (4 lifeguards)
5. The James Wallace Parking Deck Plaza may be reserved for special events that are open to the general public. The individual or organization reserving the facility, with the permission of the Director of Parks and Recreation or his designee, may charge admission fees for events. Specific procedures must be followed to reserve the Plaza, including prior approval from the Town's Police, Public Works, and Transportation Departments. The minimum fee for reserving the Plaza will be $35 per hour.
6. The Gene Strowd Community Rose Garden may be reserved for special events by permission of the Director of Parks and Recreation or his designee. Reservation time is limited to an 8-hour period, except by special permission of the Director of Parks and Recreation. A $100 damage deposit is required for all Garden rentals.
RENTAL OF INDOOR FACILITIES
Department controlled indoor facilities may be reserved if proper application is made and the request is consistent with adopted policy. A Department staff member must be present during the entire rental period. If the facility is normally closed during a rental, the cost of bringing in staff will be added to the rental fee. A minimum 2-hour rental period is required.
1. The Hargraves Recreation Center may be rented for a fee of $35 per hour.
2. Gymnasiums may be rented for $30 per hour, and is limited to a 3-hour period. Renter must agree to wear only Department-approved athletic footwear. Rental of the Northside Gymnasium at the Hargraves Center for non-athletic events is acceptable with payment of an additional flat fee of $70 per rental. The additional fee is intended to reimburse the Town for the time and expense of protecting the gym floor. The renter must handle all set up and breakdown of equipment. This time will be factored in as rental time.
3. The Community Center Climbing Wall may be rented when the gym schedule permits. The rate will be the same as the gym rental, plus hourly staff costs. When renting the climbing wall, an additional $8.00 per hour, per staff member, will be charged, in addition to the gym rental and damage deposit fees.
4. The Chapel Hill Community Center Pool may be rented when not open to the general public, programmed by the Parks and Recreation Department, and with permission of the Director of Parks and Recreation or his designee. The Department will provide lifeguards. All safety and operating rules and regulations must be observed. The total rental fee will vary depending upon the number of people attending the activity, and the minimum rental time is 2 hours.
The following fee schedule will be used for A.D. Clark Pool Rental:
Groups under 50: $40 per hour (2 lifeguards will be on duty)
Groups of 50‑100: $60 per hour (3 lifeguards)
Groups of 101‑125: $75 per hour (4 lifeguards)
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FEES
TYPE OF APPLICATION/PERMIT FEE
Board of Adjustment (10045-45105) Variance ................................................................................................................................................... $330
Appeal $220
Special Use Permits (10046-46405)
Extraction of Earth Products, Landfill, Cemetery, Park/Ride Terminal ......................................................................... $5,000 + $20/acre
Radio/TV Transmitting/Receiving Facility.......................................................................................................................................... $5,000
All Other ...................................................................................................................................... $5,000 + $20/100 square feet of floor area
Special Use Modifications (10046-46405)
Extension or Renewal ................................................................................................................................................................................ $675
All Other.......................................................................................................................................... Same as above Special Use Permit fees
All Master Land Use Plans (10046-46405)............................................................................................... $5,000 + $20/100 square feet of land area
Zoning Map and Text Amendments (10045-45107)............................................................................................................................ $800 + $40/acre
Subdivisions (10045-45103)
Preliminary Plat ..................................................................................................................................................................... $5,000 + $200/lot
Minor Subdivision..................................................................................................................................................................... $630 + $40/lot
Final Plat ..................................................................................................................................................................................... $270 + $40/lot
Re-approval................................................................................................................................................................................................. $550
Office-Institutional-4 (OI-4) Development Plan (10045-45102)......................................................................................................... $800 + $40/acre
Office-Institutional-4 (OI-4) Site Development Permit (10045-45102).................................................................................................. $2,600
Historic District Commission (with exception of signs, below)
Certificates of Appropriateness.................................................................................................................................................................. $ 0
Community Design Commission (10045-45110)
Building Elevations.................................................................................................................................................................................... $100
Lighting Plan................................................................................................................................................................................................. $50
Alternative Buffer......................................................................................................................................................................................... $50
Site Plan Review (Council/Planning Board) (10045-45100)................................................................... $1,700 + $17/100 square feet of floor area
Zoning Compliance Permit (10045-45106)
Staff Review/Administrative Approval................................................................................................................................................... $125
Home Occupation......................................................................................................................................................................................... $50
Final Plans for Zoning Compliance Permit Issuance........................................................................................ ˝ of original approval fee
Sign Plan Review (including Historic District signs) (10045-45106)
Individual Sign (single business on one zoning lot)............................................................................................................................... $50
Unified Sign Plan (multiple businesses on one zoning lot).................................................................................................................. $125
Individual Sign in accordance with Approved Unified Sign Plan......................................................................................................... $25
Resubmission of Applicant's Request (see above account numbers)................... 50% of applicable fees after staff report has been drafted
Notes:
Special Use Permits, Special Use Modifications and Subdivisions proposed to be assisted through HUD conventional Public Housing, Section 8, 101, 235, CDBG funding, as well as through the N.C. Housing Finance Agency, and other recognized forms of subsidy, are exempted. In projects where assisted units comprise only a portion of the total number of units, the fee is reduced by the percentage of the total number of units that are assisted.
For Special Use Permit applications involving lots of ten (10) acres or greater, where the proposed use is to create five (5) or fewer individual residential lots, the development application fee shall be waived. (Adopted by Town Council November 13, 1997.)
All review fees are doubled if the activity or site change requested has already occurred or been started.
Fees are waived for Town of Chapel Hill development applications.
For applications involving residential development in which documentation is provided that 100% of the dwelling units will be affordable to low-moderate income families (80% of area median income for a family of four), the development application fee shall be waived.
For applications from religious organizations or private, tax-exempt, non-profit organizations, fees shall be 50% of standard fees.
The maximum application fee for any Special Use Permit, Zoning Map Amendment, Subdivision, or Zoning Compliance Permit application shall be $60,000.
Fees approved by Town Council June 25, 2001 to be effective July 1, 2001
Amendments: 7/2/01 by adding OI-4 Development Plan, and 10/10/01 by adding Site Development Permit Fee
Format revised 06.03.03
CHAPEL HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
FEE SCHEDULE
Fingerprints $15.00 per person
Local Criminal History Checks $ 15.00 per person
Noise Permits $ 50.00
Solicitation Permits Application Fee $ 10.00 per person
Solicitation Permits $ 5.00
Permit Renewals $ 2.00
Taxi Permits $ 5.00 Each
Towed Vehicle Storage $ 3.00 first 24 hrs. $ 7.00 each additional 24 hrs.
Returned Check Charge $ 25.00 per check
NC CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS $ 15.00 per subject
CASH OR CHECKS ONLY. NO CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:
THE TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
Solid Waste Services Division
User Fee Policy
The charging of user fees is an equitable method of recovering some of the costs of providing solid waste services that exceed those routinely provided and funded from the general fund. Fees are based on estimated actual costs.
Commercial Collection Service
Fees for four extra collections per week of commercial refuse rose to full cost in 1992-93. The increase in fees to recover actual costs was phased over two years. The commercial establishment benefits from the convenience of the extra pickups and the public benefits from minimizing odors, reducing blowing trash and reducing the number of refuse containers in the community. Our long term goal is to reduce the number of establishments needing extra service by providing recycling opportunities and waste reduction education. This service was reduced to two extra collections in 1995-96, with accompanying reductions in fees.
Starting within fiscal 2001-02, the Council approved a new commercial refuse fee system that took effect in October, 2001. Under this new system, a basic service of one weekly collection per container was provided at no fee. A fee schedule was adopted for collections beyond the once per week basic service. The amount to be charged each business for collections beyond the basic service was based on the number of containers and the number of weekly collections.
The Council authorized an extension of the commercial fee structure to include a fee for once per week collection that had been provided at no fee. This expansion became effective on October 1, 2002. With the adoption of the budget for fiscal 2003-04, the fee structure for commercial collections is being increased 10%.
Compactor Services
Starting in 1995-96, customers using the two compactors downtown, one at the Rosemary Parking Deck and one at Parking Lot #2, paid an annual fee based on an estimated volume of waste generated by their business (i.e., high, medium or low).
Based on actual data, these rates were adjusted where appropriate for 1996-97 billing to reflect actual volumes in the prior year. Due to reduced recycling and increased waste, fee increases were adopted for fiscal year 1998-99 for large users (from $1,000 to $1,200 annually) and for medium users (from $500 to $600 annually). No changes are recommended to the existing fees.
Compactor Service: annualized cost
High volume $1,200
Medium volume 600
Low volume 225
Portable Container Rentals
A new service requiring a fee was introduced in 1992-93 that offered dumpsters to residents for brush disposal. This service replaced the special brush collection service provided by the boom truck, which collected large quantities from single locations. The brush dumpsters are approximately two and a half times the size of the portable refuse dumpsters we have offered for several years. Portable containers also are made available on a request basis to citizens wishing to place their municipal solid waste (MSW) refuse for collection beyond that which regular Solid Waste Services crews collect.
Prior to 1996-97, fees differed between week-day and week-end and by type of container. Starting in 1998-99, the fees became uniform irrespective of type or day. A $2.00 fee increase was adopted to reflect disposal costs. The present fees were increased by $3 to $15 starting July 1, 2002.
Portable Container Rental (both MSW and Yard Waste)
Week-day $15.00
Week-end $15.00
Sale of Yard Waste Containers (Roll Carts)
In addition to the cited solid waste services fees, the department continues to provide yard waste containers to interested citizens. The town leased 575 roll carts for use in the pilot curbside residential refuse collection program, which ended July 1, 1993. Rather than return these leased carts, we purchased them for use by the recycling program and by citizens interested in purchasing a roll cart for use in disposing yard waste. The recycling program purchased 100 of the carts; the remaining 475 were converted into yard waste containers and sold to the public.
Additional carts have been acquired and sold to the public in subsequent fiscal years, including the current one. The request for next year provides for sale of roll carts also. While the original carts were sold at a cost of $20 each, we increased the cost to $40 and then to $65. During fiscal year 2001-02, we contracted with a new vender for a unit cost of $43, which is continued next year.
Yard Waste Container
$43 per container
Fee Summary
Commercial Collection: Additional service annual fee.
Yearly Cost (effective July 1, 2003, through June 30, 2004)
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Basic Service (Front Load) |
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Container Size |
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1x/week |
2x/week |
3x/week |
4x/week |
5x/week |
Extra Lift |
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2yd |
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220 |
440 |
649 |
1,100 |
1,375 |
19 |
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4yd |
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330 |
550 |
759 |
1,210 |
1,485 |
20 |
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6yd |
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440 |
660 |
869 |
1,320 |
1,595 |
22 |
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8yd |
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550 |
770 |
979 |
1,430 |
1,705 |
24 |
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Basic Service (Side Load) |
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Container Size |
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1x/week |
2x/week |
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4yd |
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495 |
605 |
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Tax Exempt (Front Load) |
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Container Size |
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1x/week |
2x/week |
3x/week |
4x/week |
5x/week |
Extra Lift |
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2yd |
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55 |
269 |
495 |
632 |
660 |
19 |
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4yd |
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165 |
379 |
605 |
660 |
770 |
20 |
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6yd |
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275 |
489 |
715 |
770 |
880 |
22 |
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8yd |
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385 |
599 |
825 |
880 |
990 |
24 |
Compactor Service: annualized cost
High volume $1,200
Medium volume 600
Low volume 225
Portable Container Rental (both MSW and Yard Waste)
Week-day $15
Week-end $15
Yard Waste Container
$43 per container
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
Field Operations Division - Streets Section
Street Cut Policy
The Town's policy relative to street cut fees is intended to compensate the town for the cost of inspections and the impact on the street as a result of the utility cut.
In August 2000, the Institute for Transportation Research and Education (ITRE) presented its report titled “Utility Cut Study for the Town of Chapel Hill…”. Major highlights of their findings and recommendations included the following:
§ The town should cease surface patching of utility cuts
§ Street repairs should be made either by the utility or its approved sub-contractor
§ Fee structure should be modified
Accordingly, we adopted the following policy and fee structure in fiscal year 2000-01 consistent with ITRE’s recommendations.
1. Each utility and private contractor is responsible for street repairs to be made either by the respective utility or its choice from a list of approved sub-contractors.
2. The town retains the responsibility for inspections of repairs to cuts.
3. The fees assessments are as follows:
i. $60/sq yd for each of the first ten square yards
ii. $25/sq yd for each subsequent square yard
iii. $15/sq yd for work on gravel roads and/or borings/jackings and/or other work
iv. outside the roadway, but within the right-of-way
4. These fees are doubled if the street has been resurfaced within the previous two years, or increased one and one half times if the street has been resurfaced within two plus to five years.
5. The following penalties apply:
i. $100 for failure to obtain a permit prior to starting the project (not applicable for emergency street cuts)
ii. $100 for failure to repair initial street cut within thirty calendar days
iii. $100 for failure to undertake warranty repair within 14 calendar days
The town requires a 5-year warranty on all cuts and restoration work performed by the utility company or private contractor.
Additional sub-base and pavement restoration work required (beyond the area of trench repair) as a result of a major failure (i.e., water line main break) will be billed at the stated square yard rates above, or $500 (whichever is the lesser of the two amounts).
The following phasing plan was adopted during fiscal year 2000-01.
FY 2001-02
Year 1 - $45/sq yd for each of the first ten square yards; $20/sq yd for each subsequent square yard; $15/sq yd on gravel roads, borings/jackings and/or other work outside the roadway but within the right-of-way
Penalties, warranty and additional sub-base and pavement restoration work clauses above will be applicable.
FY 2002-03
Year 2 - $60/sq yd for each of the first ten square yards; $25/sq yd for each subsequent square yard
FY 2003-04
Year 3 – multipliers will become effective
TOWN OF CHAPEL HIIL
USER FEES POLICY
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
FY 2003-2004
A. GENERAL POLICY
1. The charging of user fees is an appropriate method of recovering costs or portions thereof from the users of public transportation services provided by the Town of Chapel Hill. The following criteria are intended to guide the Manager and Transportation Board in recommending fee structures, and also to inform the public of those factors considered in that process.
2. The Transportation services operated by the Town of Chapel Hill are being provided through the cooperation of the Town of Chapel Hill, the Town of Carrboro, the University of North Carolina, the State of North Carolina and the United States Government. Therefore, the establishment of user fees will be consistent with both State and Federal regulations, and locally they will be developed in consultation with the Town of Carrboro and the University of North Carolina.
3. User fees will be set to provide transportation services that are affordable by all with special provisions for the elderly, handicapped and others not readily served by fixed route service. The fee structure established must strike a balance between assigning an equitable share of the cost of the service to the riders, and producing high ridership by providing an economic alternative to the private auto, therefore, reducing the congestion, pollution, and dedication of scarce land resources associated with auto use.
4. Fees should be established in accordance with the Town's Fiscal Year Cycle.
5. User fees may be waived, reduced or refunded on a case-by-case basis by the Director of Transportation pursuant to an adopted Refund and Waiver Policy.
6. The Manager and the Transportation Board will annually review the User Fees Policy and structure and recommend changes to the Town Council as part of the annual budget process.
B. GUIDELINES
1. Fixed Route Services:
a) Bus service will be provided on a fare-free basis as long as the Partners agree it to be the most advantageous method of providing increased mobility and reduced congestion for the Town of Chapel Hill.
b) Loitering or “joy riding” is prohibited. Patrons are allowed one round trip at a time.
2. Special Service Fares:
a) EZ-Rider Patrons will be covered under the fare-free policy except as noted below.
b) Shared Ride Feeder Service trips will be covered by the free-fare policy except as noted below.
c) Systemwide Evening and Sunday Shared Ride Service:
I. Patrons are required to have tickets as necessary to pay fare. Drivers will not be permitted to accept cash. This ticket requirement is to distinguish this service as an extension of the fixed route service and to avoid direct competition with local taxicab operators.
II. Tickets will be required as follows:
Bus stop to bus stop -- 1 ticket
Bus stop to door trips – 1 ticket
Door to door trips -- 2 tickets
III. E-Z Rider patrons using the Evening and Sunday Shared Ride Service shall be required to pay 1 ticket for each ride, origin and destination not withstanding.
4. Advertising Fees:
All buses will be equipped with interior racks for the display of advertisements. Advertising fees should cover the net cost of placing the ads and should provide an additional profit of approximately 10-50% of the cost to be retained as Transportation System operating revenue. Separate rates will be established for commercial advertising, non-profit organizations and public service advertising. No exterior advertising will be permitted other than occasional banners promoting transit service.
5. Parking Services User Fees:
a) Hourly off-street parking. - A rate schedule for hourly off-street parking will be established that encourages short-term, high turnover parking. The base rate schedule is outlined in the attached Schedule of Municipal Parking Lot Hourly Rates. Reduced rates of approximately 50% of the regular rate will be established for short-term parking (less than 4 hours duration) for Senior Citizens (age 60 and over) and disabled customers. Proof of age or disability must be provided to the attendant upon request.
b) Rental Parking. - For Town Public parking spaces that have proven to be unmarketable as short-term parking spaces or for which cost of monitoring and collections would exceed revenues, long-term rentals will be implemented. Rental fees shall be established at monthly rates that are competitive with rates in private parking lots. A separate rate for park/ride lots will be established.
c) Metered Parking. - Metered-parking rates shall be established that are similar to the hourly rates for off-street parking. Although there are no attendants for On- Street parking the cost of enforcement and revenue collection make that operation similar to off- street parking.
d) Special Events Parking. - The Manager may adjust the operation and the fees for the Municipal Parking Lots to ensure the provision of adequate services and the collection of revenues for special events. Special events include (but are not limited to) such things as football and basketball games, street fairs, and parades.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
TRANSIT FARE SCHEDULE
(Effective July 1, 2003)
Services on fixed routes will be provided at no charge under the fare-free system.
Special Service Fares
E-Z Rider service is provided at no cost except as noted below.
Shared Ride Evening/Sunday Service**
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Adults |
E-Z Rider
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Bus Stop to Bus Stop |
1 ticket
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Bus Stop to Door Stop |
1 ticket
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Door Stop to Door Stop |
2 tickets
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1 ticket |
Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Special Event Shuttle Service
Park/Ride Lot Fares...$3.00 one way/$5.00 round trip
Downtown/Campus Shuttle...$2.00 one way/$4.00 round trip
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
TICKET PRICE SCHEDULE
(Effective July 1, 2003)
Booklets containing 20 tickets for Shared Ride service will be sold for $14.25 each and can be purchased at the Town Hall in Chapel Hill or Carrboro and at the Office of Public Safety at the University of North Carolina.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
CHAPEL HILL TRANSPORTATION
CHARTER RATES
(Effective July 1, 2003)
Conditions of Charter Operation: Chapel Hill Transit will provide vehicles and drivers for incidental charter trips. The use of federally funded buses for the provision of charter services to individuals or groups is only allowed under limited conditions. Incidental charter trips must be made within a 20- mile radius of the Town of Chapel Hill and operated at times that will not interfere with the published hours of operation for Chapel Hill Transit service. Chapel Hill vehicles will only be provided with an assigned Chapel Hill Transit driver.
Agent/Broker: Chapel Hill Transit will accept incidental charter service requests on a first come first serve basis, only through commercial charter bus providers listed in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro telephone directory. Private individuals or groups requesting charter services from Chapel Hill Transit will be referred to this list.
Charter Rates*:
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Vehicle
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Rate |
Minimum |
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Transit Bus (37 passenger seats)
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$55.00 per hour |
$110.00 |
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Van (15passenger) |
$55.00 per hour
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$110.00
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Van (8 passenger, w/lift) |
$55.00 per hour |
$110.00 |
* Time billed shall include report time and return time (15 minutes), travel time to and from the trip starting point, and actual trip time. All time will be rounded up to the nearest quarter hour. Billing will be sent to the Commercial Charter Provider requesting this service, within 5 days of completing the service. Payment in full is expected within 15 days of the billing.
Advance Notice: Chapel Hill Transit requires at least 5 days notice before scheduling a trip. Trips canceled with less than 24 hours notice will be subject to a $25.00 setup charge. Requests must be made on a Charter Service Request form.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY RENTAL PARKING RATES
METERED PARKING RATES AND MERCHANT DISCOUNT RATES
(Effective July 1, 2003)
MONTHLY RENTAL RATES
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Lot |
Location |
Monthly Rate
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Lots 3, 4, 5 & 6 |
415 West Franklin St., 104 West Rosemary St., 141 West Rosemary St., and 127 West Rosemary St.
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$80.00 |
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Rosemary St. Deck
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150 East Rosemary Street |
$80.00 |
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Park/Ride Lots** |
Jones Ferry Road 86 No./Eubanks Road
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$20.00 $10.00 |
Patrons are charged a full month's rent for all rentals beginning between the 1st and the 14th of the month. Rentals beginning on the 15th or later will be charged one-half of the monthly rate for the month that the lease begins. Refunds will be based on the value of all full or half months remaining on the permit at the time it is returned to the department less a $15 administrative fee.
**Park/Ride Lots provide free daytime parking for patrons using Chapel Hill Transit. Permits will be required for parking by all patrons leaving vehicles in the lot overnight or for anyone else who is not using Chapel Hill Transit.
METERED PARKING RATES
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Length of Stay Rate |
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5 minutes $0.10 |
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12 minutes $0.25 |
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60 minutes $1.25 |
DISCOUNT PARKING
The Town of Chapel Hill offers merchants three methods of paying for their customers' parking.
1. Parking Tokens
(1-49) = 1/2 hour use for $.65 each = 0% discount
(50-99) = 1/2 hour use for $.585 each = 10% discount
(100+) = 1/2 hour use for $.52 each = 20% discount
(200+) = 1/2 hour use for $.4875 each = 25% discount
2. Coupons
Merchants may print coupons that will be accepted in off-street lots as payment of fees. Parking Services will then bill the merchant based on the following schedule:
Minimum use per month - 50 hrs/100 coupons = 20% discount
Minimum use per month - 100 hrs/200 coupons = 25% discount
3. Monthly Accounts
Must have appropriate validation provided by the Merchant and approved by Parking Services. The validating merchant is then charged as follows:
Minimum use per month - 50 hrs = 20% discount
Minimum use per month - 100 hrs = 25% discount
4. Residential Business Parking Permit
Each address in the residential permit area would be eligible for up to five parking permits for business use such as Contractors, Realtors, or Non-Resident Landlords for $25.00 per month or $150.00 per year and would be good in the residential permit areas only.
5. Service Vehicle Parking Permit
This permit is for qualifying service vehicles (plumber, electrician, utility, etc.) for $50.00 per month or $300.00 per year and would allow parking in the 2 hour metered areas.
6. Reserving a Parking Metered Space
The parking services division will “bag” a parking meter when necessary for contractors performing renovation work in the downtown area. The fee is $15.00 per meter per day.
7. Replacement Fee for Residential Permits
The parking services division issues residential and temporary parking permits at no cost to the residents. There is a replacement fee of $15.00 for any lost, stolen, or destroyed permits.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
MUNICIPAL PARKING LOTS
HOURLY PARKING RATES
(Effective July 1, 2002)
|
HOURS |
FULL FARE RATES |
SENIOR CITIZEN RATES |
|
0.00 - 0.50 |
$0.65 |
$0.35 |
|
0.50 - 1.00 |
$1.30 |
$0.65 |
|
1.00 - 1.50 |
$1.95 |
$1.00 |
|
1.50 - 2.00 |
$2.60 |
$1.30 |
|
2.00 - 2.50 |
$3.25 |
$1.65 |
|
2.50 - 3.00 |
$3.90 |
$1.95 |
|
3.00 - 3.50 |
$4.55 |
$2.25 |
|
3.50 - 4.00 |
$5.20 |
$2.60 |
|
4.00 - 5.00 |
$6.50 |
$6.50 |
|
5.00 - 6.00 |
$7.80 |
$7.80 |
|
6.00 - 7.00 |
$9.60 |
$9.60 |
|
7.00 - 8.00 |
$11.40 |
$11.40 |
|
8.00 - 9.00 |
$13.20 |
$13.20 |
|
9.00 - 10.00 |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
|
10.00 - 11.00 |
$16.80 |
$16.80 |
|
11.00 - 12.00 |
$18.60 |
$18.60 |
|
12.00 - 13.00 |
$20.40 |
$20.40 |
|
13.00 - 14.00 |
$22.20 |
$22.20 |
|
14.00 - 15.00 |
$24.00 |
$24.00 |
|
15.00 - 16.00 |
$25.80 |
$25.80 |
|
16.00 - 17.00 |
$27.60 |
$27.60 |
For Special Events deposits or a flat rate charge may be collected as the patron enters the parking lot.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
SCHEDULE OF BUS CARD ADVERTISING RATES
(Effective July 1, 2003)
STANDARD ADVERTISING
|
Full Showing (80 Buses)
|
Half Showing (40 Buses) |
||
|
1-2 Months |
$75.90/mo. |
1-2 Months |
$50.85/mo. |
|
3-5 Months |
$72.10/mo. |
3-5 Months |
$48.30/mo. |
|
6-8 Months |
$68.30/mo. |
6-8 Months |
$45.75/mo. |
|
9-11 Months |
$64.50/mo. |
9-11 Months |
$43.25/mo. |
|
12 Months and up |
$60.70/mo. |
12 Months and up |
$40.65/mo. |
Bulkhead Cards (Full Showing Only)
1-2 Months................$117/mo.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION ADVERTISING
Rates above, less a 50% discount.
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Public Service Announcements will be placed for a maximum of 90 days for a $35 service fee, as space is available.
AD REPLACEMENT FEE
Any advertiser who has paid for an ongoing ad may replace the ad copy for a service fee of $35. New ads should be delivered to Chapel Hill Transit.
TRANSIT GUIDE ADVERTISING
Limited advertising space may be available in the annual Transit Guide. Rates will be established on a cost-plus basis and will vary depending on the size, location, and costs of printing. In all cases, rates should include a profit of 10-50% over the cost of the ad.
DEFINITIONS:
Non-Profit Organizations are those that are legally recognized as 501 (c) 3 Non-Profit Corporations and whose advertisements are placed to encourage the use of that organization's goods and services. Social service agencies are not considered to be Non-Profit Organizations if they charge for their services. This includes religious groups and partisan political organizations.
Public Service Announcements (PSA's) are those placed to promote services that will benefit the general public. Notices for public meetings, voter registration and charity drives are typical Public Service Announcements. Public agencies and charitable organizations are examples of groups eligible to place PSA's.
GUIDELINES:
1. Discount for full rate advertisers with 2 or more ads per bus. No Agency discounts.
2. Advertisers will be invoiced monthly.
3. Chapel Hill Transit owns 80 buses. Advertisers should supply an additional 10% cards for runs of 1 to 3 months, 25% for 3 to 6 months, and 100% for 6 months or more.
4. Cards will be placed in the buses on the first Saturday following delivery of the cards to the Transportation Office, located at 1089 Airport Road.
5. Card specifications:
a) Ads must be printed on at least 5 ply cardboard stock.
b) Cards for bus overhead racks must be 11" top to bottom, 25" - 28" side to side, with no printing within 3/8" of any edge.
c) Bus bulkhead cards must be 21 1/2" top to bottom, 21" side to side, with no printing within 3/8" of any edge.
6. Chapel Hill Transit reserves the right to review and approve any bus cards before placement.
a) Advertising should be of a reputable nature, should conform to recognized business standards, and must not conflict with any federal, state or local laws or regulations.
b) Liquor (including beer and wine), cigarette, and massage parlor advertising will not be accepted.
c) Advertisements must be professionally designed and printed.
TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
USER FEE REFUND AND WAIVER POLICY
(Effective July 1, 2003)
The Chapel Hill Transportation Department provides both transit and parking services to the public. This policy applies to all tickets sold for Chapel Hill Transit Services.
REFUNDS
1. A prorated price of any prepaid transportation or parking fee may be refunded or credited toward the purchase of other services.
2. A new permit may be issued for permits that are excessively worn or partially destroyed if at least 50% of the old permit is returned.
3. Refunds will not be made for lost or stolen permits. Replacement permits may be issued at the discretion of the Transportation Director. Each incident will be reviewed individually and proof of ownership, identity and information regarding the loss may be required. Each permit replaced will be subject to a $15.00 replacement fee.
4. Reimbursements for unused monthly parking permits will be made based on the number or full or half months remaining on the permit at the time it is turned into the department, less a $15 administrative fee.
5. The Transportation Department will mail all refund checks to the individual within 30 days of approval.
WAIVERS
1. The Director of Transportation may consider requests for full or partial waiver of payment for any transportation fees.
2. Any waivers approved by the Director of Transportation will be reported to the Town Council in the annual operating report for the Transportation Department.
3. A separate waiver policy has been established for EZ-rider Patrons who are residents of the Town of Chapel Hill.
EZ-RIDER FEE WAIVERS
1. This policy applies only to citizens of the Town of Chapel Hill who are certified for EZ-Rider Service. Requests from Carrboro residents or from individuals affiliated with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill or UNC Hospitals will be forwarded to those organizations for their consideration of any fee subsidy.
2. Many EZ-Rider Patrons are eligible for transportation assistance from various social service agencies which operate in Orange County, such as Orange County Department of Social Services, Orange County Department on Aging, Vocational rehabilitation of North Carolina, and the Interfaith Council. To the extent that EZ-rider patrons are ineligible for transportation assistance from any other agency, it is the policy of the Town that service will not be denied because of inability to pay established fees.
3. The Director of Transportation has authority to approve or deny requests for full or partial waiver of any transportation fees up to a maximum limit of $5,000
4. All requests for waiver must be submitted on forms provided by the Transportation Department.
5. EZ-Rider Patrons requesting waivers must verify whether they are eligible for, or have received any transportation assistance from any other social service agency.
6. Individuals requesting waivers will be encouraged to pay a portion of the total fee, and the amount of waiver approved may vary based on the level of service needed.
7. All requests for waivers must include a recommendation from an authority that can verify the financial status of the applicant. Acceptable authorities would be representatives of state or county social service agencies, ministers or pastors of local churches or religious organizations.
8. Income levels as published by the U.S. Bureau of the Census will be used in considering waiver requests; Annual income level; at or below the poverty level = 100% waiver, between the poverty level and 130% of it = 50% waiver, greater that 130% of the poverty level = no waiver. Adjustments will be made for family size.