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A Resolution of the City Commission amending Ordinance No. 2015-17, As Amended, to revise various local business taxes by the Finance Department, Fire Prevention Fees by the Fire Department, Administrative Fees by the Development Services Department, and certain Parks Fees by the Community Recreation Department; providing for severability, and providing for an effective date.
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BTR Fees:
Pursuant to Chapter 205.0535 of the Florida Statutes, municipalities are authorized to adjust local business tax rates every two years. Since the adoption of this legislation, the City of Coral Gables has consistently implemented such adjustments as permitted by law.
Failure to apply the authorized increase may necessitate an equity study should the City seek an adjustment or increase in the future, which could result in potential revenue fluctuations or limitations as well as costs associated with an equity study.
The local business tax generates over $4 million annually for the City’s General Fund, serving as a vital revenue source that supports essential municipal services.
Fire Prevention Special Fee Schedule:
The following fees are necessary adjustments to the fire prevention special fee schedule. The adjustment has no impact to residents or current businesses
• Special Effects: Special effects incorporated into large gatherings that require full plans review and site inspection.
• Emergency Action Plan: Annual review of emergency plans for hospitals and nursing homes. Plan review and acceptance by AHJ is required by state regulatory agencies.
• Re-Inspection Fee: Adjustment to current fee schedule, $200.00 following third failed inspection and $350.00 following fifth failed inspection.
• Tent Fees: Adjustment to current fee schedule to $150.00.
Development Services Fees:
The Development Services Department proposes the following updates to the City of Coral Gables Fee Sche...
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