Tesla:
Yes, I know the 'cash cow' scenario, and the famous 'General Fund'.
That said, the fee schedule in the Twp I work in has been stable (same) since 2008. Prior to '08, it was revised in 2000. Fees are set by Twp ordinance.
Although we (NJ) are blessed with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC), there is no 'ststewide' fee schedule. There are 'State Fees' which are in effect in locales that the State DCA provides services, AND by any 'third party' inspection services co. that provides inspections to locales under contract.
Keep in mind there are 'other fees' above the B/E/P/F; DCA surcharges, CO Fee, etc., etc. The DCA surcharge goes to the State, and is a percentage based on the estimated costs for the proposed work. These other fees are Twp ordinance.
