Building Fees & Impact Fees in San Jose, [object Object]
Total government fees for new construction in San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA. Includes impact fees, utility connections, permits, and assessments.
$45,000
Estimated Total Fees — Standard Single-Family Home
Based on typical 2,000 sq ft home, $300K construction value. Actual fees vary by project.
Fee Breakdown
| Fee Type | Amount | Basis |
|---|
| School Impact Fee |
$9,900 |
Flat fee |
| Water & Sewer Connection Fees |
$12,600 |
Flat fee |
| Traffic/Transportation Impact Fee |
$9,000 |
Flat fee |
| Park Dedication In-Lieu Fee |
$4,500 |
Flat fee |
| Building Permit Fee |
$5,400 |
Flat fee |
| Plan Review Fee |
$3,600 |
Flat fee |
Important Notes:
- California cities have among the highest impact fees in the nation.
- School fees are assessed per square foot (typically $3-5/sqft).
- Water and sewer connection fees vary significantly by jurisdiction.
- Estimate based on new single-family construction in San Jose.
Sources & Accuracy: Fee data sourced from San Jose published fee schedules
(effective July 2025).
Data confidence: Partial.
Fees change periodically. Always confirm current fees with the city building department before budgeting.