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San Ramon Today
By the People, for the People
San Ramon Proposes Changes to City Fees
Some fees could drop, others added under proposed Master Fee Schedule update
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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The San Ramon City Council will review a proposed update to the city's Master Fee Schedule for the 2026-27 fiscal year, which includes changes to hundreds of fees paid by businesses and residents for various permits, services, and development activities. The proposal includes adjustments to 51% of the 1,008 total fees, with 48% remaining unchanged and 10 new fees introduced.
Why it matters
The city's ability to adjust fees is an important tool for recovering the costs of providing municipal services and managing development. These fee changes could impact the financial burden on San Ramon businesses and residents, as well as influence development activity in the city.
The details
The proposed fee schedule includes changes to fees like the General Plan Recovery Fee, Zoning Ordinance Recovery Fee, Technology Fee, and various development impact fees. Some fees are proposed to decrease, while others would increase based on the Consumer Price Index. New fees would also be introduced. The public will have an opportunity to provide input on the proposed changes at an upcoming public hearing.
- The San Ramon City Council will review the proposed Master Fee Schedule update at its meeting on Tuesday, March 9, 2026.
- A public hearing on the proposed fee changes is scheduled for March 24, 2026, where the council will consider formally adopting the updated fee schedule.
The players
San Ramon City Council
The governing body of the city of San Ramon, responsible for reviewing and approving changes to the city's Master Fee Schedule.
What’s next
The San Ramon City Council will hold a public hearing on March 24, 2026 to consider formally adopting the updated Master Fee Schedule and approving related nexus fee studies.
The takeaway
The proposed changes to San Ramon's city fees reflect the ongoing need for municipalities to adjust fees to keep pace with the cost of providing services and managing development. The public will have an opportunity to provide input on the proposed changes, which could have significant financial implications for businesses and residents in the city.
