Building Fees & Impact Fees in Fort Worth, [object Object]
Total government fees for new construction in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, TX. Includes impact fees, utility connections, permits, and assessments.
$6,500
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 |
|---|
| Water Connection Fee |
$1,950 |
Flat fee |
| Sewer Connection Fee |
$1,625 |
Flat fee |
| Building Permit Fee |
$1,625 |
Flat fee |
| Plan Review Fee |
$780 |
Flat fee |
| Stormwater Fee |
$520 |
Per lot |
Important Notes:
- Texas has limited statewide impact fee authority.
- Fort Worth charges primarily utility connection and building permit fees.
- Impact fees for transportation/parks are less common in Texas.
- Estimate based on new single-family construction in Fort Worth.
Sources & Accuracy: Fee data sourced from Fort Worth published fee schedules
(effective July 2025).
Data confidence: Partial.
Fees change periodically. Always confirm current fees with the city building department before budgeting.