
Average cost to get a building permitĮlectrical permits cost $50 to $350 total or a base of $30 to $50 and $0.50 to $8 per fixture.

Building permit fees are calculated based on the type and size of the project (square footage), the total construction cost, and the city. Permits cost 0.50% to 2.00% of the total construction cost on average. Projects that don’t require a permit still must follow local building and zoning codes. Permit services handle the paperwork, relationships, legalities, inspections, and streamline the process. Permits can be obtained the same day for small projects, and take around two weeks for more extensive construction.

If a homeowner pulls an owner-builder permit, they assume all code responsibility, financial liability, and insurance risks. Construction companies typically pull building permits and include any permit fees in their estimates.
