Atlanta committee backs phased changes to fire inspection and permit fees

Atlanta's Public Safety and Legal Administration Committee voted unanimously Sept. 14 to recommend an amended ordinance adjusting fire inspection, fire plan-review and fire permit fees. The proposal calls for a phased approach.

The ordinance says the changes are intended to bring fees closer to what it costs the city to perform those regulatory services. The committee vote did not enact new fees; the minutes entry does not specify the resulting charges or phase-in schedule.