City of Columbia, Online Building Permit Fee Calculator

Use this online calculator to determine the fees for Building Permits in the City of Columbia.


To calculate fees, enter the building's Square Footage, then select the Use Group and Construction Type.
 
Once all three are complete, the calculations are displayed below automatically.
(Note: if calculations do not appear, Press Enter/Tab, or click anywhere on the form.)
(numbers only)
Base Cost:
Valuation:
Building Permit Fee:
($2.25 per $1,000 Valuation):   
For Informational Purposes only. Rates subject to change. (last updated on 9/27/2022)
 
Minimum building permit fee is $35.00.
 
The building permit fee does not include other fees, charges, or permits such as: Please see the building permit fee schedule for a detailed list of other fees.