A shed permit in Washington DC costs $75 – $350 in 2026, scaling with size and declared value. Here’s the full DC DOB fee breakdown and timeline.

A second story addition permit in Washington DC costs about $1,800–$7,500 in 2026, driven by declared construction value, plan review, and DOB surcharges.

A scaffold permit in Washington DC runs about $150-$600 in 2026, driven by scaffold height and area, duration, plan review, and District surcharge fees.

A rooming house permit in Washington DC costs roughly $1,300–$5,200 in 2026, based on declared construction value, plan review, and DOB percentage surcharges.

A retail buildout permit in Washington DC costs about $1,500-$5,000 in 2026 for a typical storefront fit-out, scaling with construction value and trade permits.

A restaurant buildout permit in Washington DC costs $3,500-$8,000 in 2026 for a typical fit-out, scaling with declared construction value and trade permits.

A DC residential parking permit costs roughly $25-$75 per year in 2026, set by vehicle count, your RPP zone, and any annual visitor privileges you add.

A refrigeration permit in Washington DC costs roughly $150–$600 in 2026, driven by equipment type, refrigerant work, plan review, and DC DOB surcharges.

A rear addition permit in Washington DC costs roughly $1,500–$6,000 in 2026, based on declared construction value, plan review, and DOB percentage surcharges.

A re-inspection fee in Washington DC costs roughly $100–$300 in 2026 depending on the number of failed items and how many additional visits are required.