Impact Fee FAQ

If the information you are seeking is not shown below, please contact Elaine Barker, Impact Fee Coordinator at (941) 748-4501 ext. 3844 or via email [email protected].

Questions regarding Facility Investment Fees please contact Utilities at (941) 792-8811 ext. 5404.

Questions regarding Fire Department Fees Click Here to obtain contact information for the corresponding Departments.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When are Impact Fees required to be paid?

Impact fees, including Education Facilities, are required to be paid prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion (as the case may be). Facility Investment Fees are required to be paid prior to issuance of the building permit. 

How can I pay the Impact Fees?

  • Online: To pay online through Accela you must be identified as a Primary Contact or Agent for the building permit.
  • IN PERSON OR BY MAIL: Checks should be made payable to Manatee County BCC
    • Manatee County Administration Building
      Attn Cashier 3rd Fl.
      1112 Manatee Ave. W.
      Bradenton FL 34205

How are Impact Fees calculated?

Residential Impact fees are assessed based on square feet of climate-controlled floor area per each dwelling unit. Most non-residential developments are assessed on total square feet of under-roof floor area. Lodging developments, which include Recreational Vehicle Parks, are assessed based on a per room/per pad basis.

Which Multi-Modal Transportation Benefit District Is my Property Located Within?

The four Multimodal Transportation Benefit Districts are generally described as follows:

  • Northeast (NE) - The area north of the Manatee River and east of I-75
  • Northwest (NW) - The area north of the Manatee River and west of I-75
  • Southwest (SW) - The area south of the Manatee River and west of US 301
  • Southeast (SE) - The area south of the Manatee River and east of US 301
Click here to use the interactive map to search your address and find your district.