Development permit fees are charges municipalities collect to process development applications and issue permits. These fees are intended to recover the administrative costs of reviewing proposals, conducting inspections, and managing the approval process. Unlike development charges that fund infrastructure, permit fees cover staff time, professional reviews, advertising for public notices, and administrative overhead. Fee structures vary: some municipalities charge flat rates by application type, others use formulas based on project size or value, and complex applications requiring extensive review may incur higher fees. Provincial legislation typically requires permit fees to be reasonably related to the cost of providing the service rather than being used to raise general revenue. Fee schedules are usually published on municipal websites so applicants can anticipate costs when planning projects.