Building Permit Fee Waivers
Most business throughout Hamden that newly construct or make improvements to real property can receive local building permit fee waivers of up to 100%. These waivers do not apply to HVAC, plumbing and electrical permits.
Businesses must apply for and have a copy of a business incentive offer letter from the Town before they apply for a waiver of building permits. The application is available from the Department of Economic and Neighborhood Development and takes 2-4 weeks to process. The benefits are as follows.
Town Building Permit Fee Waivers
| Cost of Improvements Waiver | Businesses not located in a Neighborhood Revitalization Zone | Businesses located in a Neighborhood Revitalization Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Under $100,000 | 100% of fee is waived | 100% of fee is waived |
| $100,000 - $500,000 | 50% of fee is waived | 100% of fee is waived |
| $500,000 - $3 Million | 25% of fee is waived | 100% of fee is waived |
| Above $3 Million | There is no waiver | There is no waiver |
For additional information and an application: