Free Impact Fee Calculator
Estimate the government-imposed impact fees for new residential development, covering schools, transportation, parks, water, sewer, and fire/police services.
Total Impact Fee Per Unit
$17,200
Total Impact Fee Per Unit vs Number of Units / Homes
Impact Fees in Real Estate Development
Impact fees are one-time charges assessed by local governments on new development to help pay for the public infrastructure and services needed to serve the new residents.
Common Impact Fee Categories
Impact on Development Feasibility
Impact fees can total $10,000-$30,000 or more per unit, significantly affecting project feasibility. They are typically paid at the time of building permit issuance.
Geographic Variation
Impact fees vary enormously by jurisdiction. Some states limit or prohibit them, while others (like Florida, California, and Texas) have fees that can exceed $30,000 per unit in high-growth areas.
Example Calculation
25-unit development with $4,500 school, $3,200 transportation, $2,000 parks, $5,500 water/sewer, $1,200 fire/police, and $800 other fees per unit.
- 01Fee per unit: $4,500 + $3,200 + $2,000 + $5,500 + $1,200 + $800 = $17,200
- 02Total for 25 units: $17,200 x 25 = $430,000
- 03School fees total: $4,500 x 25 = $112,500
- 04Transportation total: $3,200 x 25 = $80,000
- 05Water & sewer total: $5,500 x 25 = $137,500