Pearland, Texas - City Development Fees
Pearland | City | Houston Metro Southeast / Gulf Coast | Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX MSA | Primary county: Brazoria (secondary: Fort Bend, Harris) | FIPS 4856348
Pearland is a Houston-metro southeast suburb spanning Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Harris counties. The City of Pearland Community Development Department administers developer-side fees through the Permits and Development Fees page, which organizes the operative schedule into four exhibits: Exhibit A (Planning - zoning, platting, variances), Exhibit B (Public Works and Engineering - impact fees, pro-rata, tap, traffic impact analysis, sidewalk), Exhibit C (Construction Permit - building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, miscellaneous), and Exhibit D (Fire Department). Permits are filed through the CityWorks Permitting Portal. Department address: 3519 Liberty Dr., Pearland TX 77581; main line 281.652.1600.
Recent Fee Changes
Pearland Permits and Development Fees - current operative schedule (City CMS last-published 2026-01-21). The Permits and Development Fees page covers Exhibits A-D as the canonical Pearland development-side fee surface. Captured line items include the Water and Sewer Impact Fee referenced to the City's adopted impact fee study (calculated at platting), multiple Pro-Rata service-area schedules (Park Street, Pearland Parkway, FM 518, Service Area 1, Service Area 2), Traffic Impact Analysis Review at $750, Parkland Dedication Fee in Lieu of $1,225 per single family DU plus $292 Park Development for a $1,517 total per DU (Multi-Family $900 plus $214 for $1,114 per DU), Zoning and Conditional Use Permit application fees scaled by tract size (5 brackets from less than 5 acres to over 100 acres), Subdivision Plat fees at $150 processing plus $850 filing plus $8 per residential lot or $30 per commercial acre, and Water and/or Sewer Tap Fee at actual cost not less than $250. Plan review is 50% of building permit fee.
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Fee Summary
| Fee Type | Status | Top-Line Figure | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water and Sewer Impact Fees | Confirmed | Calculated per the City's most current adopted impact fee study at the time of platting (Section IB of Exhibit B) | 2026-01-21 |
| Pro-Rata Fees by Service Area | Confirmed | Park Street $354.29/$537.83 per 25' lot water/sewer; Pearland Parkway 96.9 ac at $776 water and 360.2 ac at $584.33 sewer; Service Areas 1 and 2 by acre rate | 2026-01-21 |
| Parkland Dedication and Park Development | Confirmed | Single Family $1,225 dedication plus $292 development = $1,517 per DU; Multi-Family $900 plus $214 = $1,114 per DU | 2026-01-21 |
| Traffic Impact Analysis Review | Confirmed | $750 per Thoroughfare Amendment Review | 2026-01-21 |
| Zoning, Plat, and Building Permit Fees | Confirmed | Exhibits A, C, D - full development-side surface across planning applications, building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and Fire Department permits | 2026-01-21 |
| Water and Sewer Tap Fees | Confirmed | Actual cost, not less than $250 | 2026-01-21 |
| Proffers | Not applicable | Texas jurisdictions do not use Virginia-style cash proffers | - |
| Special District Fees (TIRZ / MUD / PID) | Not administered by this city | Houston-metro TIRZ, MUD, and PID overlays administer developer-side charges separately from the City schedule; not consolidated on the City fee surface | - |
Impact Fees, Pro-Rata, Parkland and Traffic - Current Operative Schedule
Source: City of Pearland Permits and Development Fees - Exhibit B (Public Works and Engineering Fee Schedule), sections I, II, IV-VII (page SHA-256 5ecf0818...). Pearland's Water and Sewer Impact Fees per Section IB are computed from the City's adopted impact fee study at the time of platting rather than published as a flat-posted schedule. Pro-rata fees, sidewalk in lieu, traffic impact analysis, and park dedication and development fees are explicit line items.
Water and Sewer Impact and Pro-Rata Fees
| Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Water and Sewer Impact Fee | Based on most current applicable impact fee study at the time of platting (rates per the City's operative LUE-based study) |
| Pro-Rata - Park Street Lots 1-23 Block 25 (Water) | $354.29 per 25' lot ($14.17 per linear foot) |
| Pro-Rata - Park Street Lots 1-23 Block 25 (Sewer) | $537.83 per 25' lot ($21.51 per linear foot) |
| Pro-Rata - Park Street Lots 26-44 Block 26 (Water) | $354.29 per 25' lot ($14.17 per linear foot) |
| Pro-Rata - Park Street Lots 26-44 Block 26 (Sewer) | $537.83 per 25' lot ($21.51 per linear foot) |
| Pro-Rata - Pearland Parkway/Barry Rose to Mary's Creek (Water) | 96.9 acres at $776.00 per acre |
| Pro-Rata - Pearland Parkway/Barry Rose to Mary's Creek (Sewer) | 360.2 acres at $584.33 per acre |
| Pro-Rata - FM 518 at FM 1128 west of Reid Blvd, North Side (Sewer) | $44.60 per linear foot |
| Pro-Rata - FM 518 at FM 1128 west of Reid Blvd, South Side (Sewer) | $53.91 per linear foot |
| Pro-Rata - Service Area 1 (Water) | 1,638 acres at $41.00 per acre |
| Pro-Rata - Service Area 1 (Sewer) | 1,638 acres at $15.00 per acre |
| Pro-Rata - Service Area 2 (Water) | 521 acres at $74.00 per acre |
| Pro-Rata - Service Area 2 (Sewer) | 2,221 acres at $33.00 per acre |
Parkland, Traffic, Sidewalk
| Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Traffic Impact Analysis / Thoroughfare Amendment Review Fee | $750.00 |
| Parkland Dedication Fee in Lieu - Single Family | $1,225 per DU |
| Parkland Dedication Fee in Lieu - Multi-Family | $900 per DU |
| Park Development Fee - Single Family | $292 per DU |
| Park Development Fee - Multi-Family | $214 per DU |
| Total Park Fee - Single Family (Dedication + Development) | $1,517 per DU |
| Total Park Fee - Multi-Family (Dedication + Development) | $1,114 per DU |
| Sidewalk Fee in Lieu | $7.00 per sq ft (subject to current contract price) |
Planning, Zoning, Plat, and Permit Fees - Current Operative Schedule
Source: City of Pearland Permits and Development Fees - Exhibit A (Planning), Exhibit C (Construction Permit Schedule), Exhibit D (Fire Department Schedule). Captured comprehensive development-side surface from the operative City schedule.
Zoning and Conditional Use Permit Applications by Tract Size
| Tract Size | Standard Application | PUD / Planned Development |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to less than 5 acres | $150 processing + $850 + $25 per zoning type | $150 processing + $1,650 |
| 5 to less than 25 acres | $150 processing + $850 + $25 per zoning type | $150 processing + $1,850 |
| 25 to less than 50 acres | $150 processing + $875 + $25 per zoning type | $150 processing + $2,250 |
| 50 to less than 75 acres | $150 processing + $900 + $25 per zoning type | $150 processing + $2,850 |
| 75 to less than 100 acres | $150 processing + $925 + $25 per zoning type | $150 processing + $3,650 |
| 100 acres and over | $150 processing + $950 + $25 per zoning type | $150 processing + $4,450 |
| Required Notifications - Legal Notice | $50.00 per notice | - |
| Required Notifications - Public Hearing Mailouts | $1.00 per letter | - |
Subdivision Plats, Replats, Cluster Plans, Variances
| Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Subdivision/Development Plat - Residential (per lot) | $150 processing + $850 filing + $8.00 per lot |
| Preliminary Subdivision/Development Plat - Commercial/Industrial/Multi (per acre) | $150 processing + $850 filing + $30.00 per acre |
| Final Subdivision/Development Plat - Residential (per lot) | $150 processing + $850 filing + $8.00 per lot |
| Final Subdivision/Development Plat - Commercial/Industrial/Multi (per acre) | $150 processing + $850 filing + $30.00 per acre |
| Vacation of Subdivisions | $600.00 per gross acre |
| Extension of Approval | $150 filing fee |
| Minor Plat (residential lots, per lot) | $150 processing + $850 filing + $6.00 per lot |
| Minor Plat (one lot with existing home or business) | $150 filing fee |
| Amending Plat | $150 processing + $450 filing + $6.00 per lot increase (max 6 lots) |
| Re-plat - Residential | $150 processing + $450 filing + $6.00 per lot increase |
| Re-plat - Commercial | $150 processing + $450 filing + $30.00 per acre commercial |
| Master Plat - Residential (per lot) | $150 processing + $450 filing + $6.00 per lot |
| Master Plat - Commercial (per acre) | $150 processing + $450 filing + $30.00 per acre |
| Recheck of Plats and Construction Drawings | $200.00 |
| Second Submittal Fee | $200.00 |
| Cluster Plans - 0 to less than 5 acres | $1,800 |
| Cluster Plans - 5 to less than 25 acres | $2,000 |
| Cluster Plans - 25 to less than 50 acres | $2,400 |
| Cluster Plans - 50 to less than 75 acres | $3,000 |
| Cluster Plans - 75 to less than 100 acres | $3,800 |
| Cluster Plans - 100 acres and over | $4,600 |
| P and Z Subdivision Variance | $150 processing + $250 filing |
| Zoning Board of Adjustments - Variance/Special Exception (Residential) | $150 processing + $350 filing |
| Zoning Board of Adjustments - Variance/Special Exception (Commercial) | $150 processing + $350 filing |
| Zoning Verification Letter (Residential) | $25.00 |
| Zoning Verification Letter (Commercial) | $35.00 |
| Rescheduling of Item Posted for Board/Commission/Council | $150.00 |
| Variance Application Fee (Public Works) | $250.00 |
Building, Trade, and Fire Permits (Exhibits C and D)
| Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Commercial Building Permit - Civil Site Work | $16.50 for first $1,000 + $5.50 per additional $1,000 valuation ($60/sf minimum) |
| Commercial Building Permit - New Building/Addition/Swimming Pool | $16.50 for first $1,000 + $5.50 per additional $1,000 valuation ($100/sf minimum) |
| Commercial Building Permit - Alteration/Remodel without reconfiguration | $16.50 for first $1,000 + $5.50 per additional $1,000 valuation ($30/sf minimum of work area) |
| Commercial Building Permit - Alteration/Remodel with reconfiguration | $16.50 for first $1,000 + $5.50 per additional $1,000 valuation ($60/sf minimum of work area) |
| Commercial Accessory Structure - Minor (up to 2 inspections) | $120.00 |
| Commercial Accessory Structure - Major (3+ inspections) | $180.00 |
| Sign/Fence/Miscellaneous Building Permits | $16.50 for first $1,000 + $5.50 per additional $1,000 valuation |
| Residential New 1-2 family/townhomes/additions | $0.41 per sq ft |
| Residential Alteration/Remodel without reconfiguration | $120.00 |
| Residential Alteration/Remodel with reconfiguration | $180.00 |
| Manufactured Home Placement | $180.00 |
| Residential Accessory Structure - Minor (1 inspection) | $60.00 |
| Residential Accessory Structure - Major (2+ inspections) | $120.00 |
| Residential Swimming Pool | $350.00 |
| Residential Miscellaneous Permit | $60.00 |
| Commercial Electrical Permit - $0 to $2,000 valuation | $50.00 |
| Commercial Electrical Permit - $2,000 to $50,000 valuation | $50 + $2.25 per $1,000 over $2,000 |
| Commercial Electrical Permit - $50,000 to $500,000 valuation | $158 + $2.75 per $1,000 over $50,000 |
| Commercial Electrical Permit - $500,000+ valuation | $1,395.50 + $3.25 per $1,000 over $500,000 |
| Commercial Other Electrical Work | $120.00 |
| Residential Electrical Permit - New/Addition | $200 for first 2,500 sq ft + $6.50 per 100 sq ft over 2,500 |
| Residential Electrical Remodel/Alteration/Swimming Pool | $120.00 |
| Residential Other Electrical Work | $60.00 |
| Commercial Mechanical Permit (tiered same as Electrical) | $50 to $1,395.50 + tier-based incremental |
| Residential Mechanical New/Addition | $160 for first 2,500 sq ft + $3.25 per 100 sq ft over 2,500 |
| Commercial Plumbing Permit (tiered same as Electrical) | $50 to $1,395.50 + tier-based incremental |
| Residential Plumbing New/Addition | $200 for first 2,500 sq ft + $6.50 per 100 sq ft over 2,500 |
| Operating Certificate Permit - without food prep | $180.00 |
| Operating Certificate Permit - with food prep | $300.00 |
| Grading Permit | $125.00 |
| Demolition Permit | $60.00 |
| Moving (Placement) Permit | $180.00 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $75.00 |
| Plan Review Fee | One-half of the building permit fee |
| Special Inspection (Same day/after hours) | $120.00 |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy | $60.00 per Division inspection |
| Fire - Fire Alarm/Protection/Sprinkler/Sprinkler Alteration | $60 for first $8,000 valuation + $5.50 per $1,000 thereafter |
| Fire Plan Check Fee | One-half of total Fire Commercial Building Permit fee |
| Fire Marshall Inspection Fail (first/second) | $75.00 each |
| Fire Marshall Inspection Fail (beyond 2nd) | $200.00 |
| Fire Special Inspection | $200.00 |
| Inspection Fees for New Subdivision Construction | 1% of direct construction cost |
| Construction Inspection After Hours/Weekends | $60.00 per hour |
| Construction Inspection Holidays | $75.00 per hour |
| Pearland Parkway Street Light Charge | $1,200.00 per pole |
| Street Light O and M Escrow (Two Years) | $16.00-$25.00 per light per month (minimum $384 per light) |
| Consent to Encroach (City Utility Easement) | $250.00 |
Water and Sewer Tap Fees
Source: City of Pearland Permits and Development Fees - Exhibit B Section III WATER AND/OR SEWER TAP FEE. The City posts a single tap-fee line: Actual cost, not less than $250.00. Payment is due before connection (existing building) or before building permit issuance (new building). Water and sewer impact fees (separate scope under Section IB) and pro-rata service-area fees are captured under impact fees above.
| Fee Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Water and/or Sewer Tap Fee | Actual cost, not less than $250.00 |
Coverage Notes - What This Page Does Not Cover
Per ZoneFee's Partial-Verified Publication Standard, the items below were not closed via confirmed fee amounts on this page. They are disclosed here rather than estimated or omitted silently.
Pearland Water and Sewer Impact Fee Study Per-LUE Amounts
Section IB of Exhibit B references the City's adopted impact fee study and computes water and sewer impact fees per Living Unit Equivalent at the time of platting. The schedule itself does not post per-LUE flat amounts on the Permits and Development Fees page captured here. A future ZoneFee source review will locate the City's adopted Impact Fee Study PDF (typically administered under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 395) and capture per-LUE amounts directly. Closed-search outcome: study referenced; per-LUE amounts not yet enumerated on this page.
Effective Date Sourcing
The effective date used above (2026-01-21) is taken from the page CMS HTTP last-published header rather than a posted ordinance adoption date. Page-published timestamp is the strongest currency signal available on the public source; the underlying fee-bearing ordinances may have older adoption dates. The City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule and individual ordinances remain authoritative for adoption dates of specific line items.
Proffers
Texas jurisdictions do not use Virginia-style cash proffers (Virginia Code Section 15.2-2303 has no Texas counterpart). Pearland's developer-side capital contribution occurs through water and sewer impact fees, pro-rata fees, tap fees, parkland dedication, and platting fees captured above. Closed-search outcome: this fee family does not apply to this jurisdiction.
Special District Fees (TIRZ / MUD / PID)
Pearland TX spans Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Harris counties in the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land MSA. Multiple Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ), Municipal Utility District (MUD), and Public Improvement District (PID) overlays administer their own developer-side charges. The Permits and Development Fees page does not surface a consolidated special-district development-side fee schedule administered by the City. Three substitute paths were probed (Permits and Development Fees landing, Community Development root, sitemap.xml index); none surfaced a Pearland-administered consolidated special-district schedule. Closed-search outcome: not administered by this city; each overlay administers its own charges separately.
Fee Authorities
| Authority | Fee Types | Official Website |
|---|---|---|
| City of Pearland - Community Development Department | Zoning, platting, building permits, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire department, water and sewer impact fees (study-based), pro-rata service-area fees, tap fees, parkland dedication and development, traffic impact analysis | pearlandtx.gov/departments/community-development |
Sources
| Document | Agency | Accessed |
|---|---|---|
| Permits and Development Fees - Exhibits A through D (CMS last-published 2026-01-21; SHA-256 5ecf0818...) | City of Pearland, TX - Community Development Department | 2026-05-14 |
| Community Development Department landing | City of Pearland, TX - Community Development Department | 2026-05-14 |
Last verified by ZoneFee: 2026-05-14. Fee schedules are subject to change. Verify current rates directly with the City of Pearland Community Development Department before relying on this data for any financial decision.
This page reflects fee data sourced from the City of Pearland Permits and Development Fees page (current operative schedule; CMS HTTP last-published 2026-01-21; SHA-256 5ecf0818...). The page organizes the operative schedule into Exhibits A (Planning), B (Public Works and Engineering), C (Construction Permit), and D (Fire Department). ZoneFee does not guarantee that fee amounts are current at the time you read this page. Fee schedules change. The water and sewer impact fees per Section IB are computed from the City's adopted impact fee study at the time of platting and are not posted as flat per-LUE amounts on this page. Texas jurisdictions do not use Virginia-style cash proffers. Pearland spans Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Harris counties with multiple TIRZ, MUD, and PID overlays administered separately from the City schedule; no consolidated special-district fee schedule is administered by the City. Verify all current rates directly with the City of Pearland Community Development Department before relying on this data for land acquisition, project budgeting, or any financial decision. This page is for research and due-diligence reference only - it is not legal or financial advice.