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Commercial linkage fee

This fee applies apply to projects that are proposing new non-residential floor area.

When it's required

This fee applies to:

  • New non-residential floor area, including mixed-use projects

Fee calculation

The applied fee depends on floor area size and development type.

FY 2024-25 Commercial Linkage Fee
Development Type Fee (per square foot)
Office*/Research and Development $11.19
Hotel**/Motel $5.60
Retail/Restaurant

$8.95 developments up to 2500 square feet

$11.19 developments over 2500 square feet

Residential Care Facility $27.77
Medical-Extended Care $32.40
Other Non-Residential Development Assessed based on project specific factors including number of employees and the use of the development.

*Office uses include offices associated with professional, business, medical, religious, and educational services.

**Accessory uses within a hotel such as retail, restaurant, and meeting facilities will be subject to requirements for retail use.

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Page last updated on July 10, 2025.