A DC permit revision costs roughly $50-$400 in 2026, driven by how much the design changed and whether DOB reopens plan review on the amended drawing set.

Reinstating an expired DC permit costs roughly $75-$500 in 2026, set by how long it lapsed, code changes, and how much review DOB needs to revive the file.

A DC permit extension costs $35 – $200 in 2026, far less than letting the permit lapse and paying substantially more to reopen it later on in the year.

A DC permit appeal costs $250 – $1,000+ in 2026 in filing fees alone, with zoning appeals at the BZA often running $500 – $2,500 or more, on average, apiece.

A daycare permit in Washington DC runs about $1,400–$5,500 in 2026, driven by declared construction value, plan review, licensing, and DOB surcharges.

A curb cut permit in Washington DC costs about $250 – $900 in 2026, driven by declared construction value, public space scope, restoration, and DOB surcharges.

A crane permit in Washington DC runs about $300-$1,200 in 2026, driven by crane type, lift plan complexity, public space use, and District surcharge fees.

A commercial hood suppression permit in Washington DC runs $200 – $750 in 2026, driven by construction value, grease-duct scope, plan review, and DOB fees.

A certificate of occupancy in Washington DC costs roughly $75–$400 in 2026 depending on building type, declared construction value, and final inspection scope.

A carport permit in Washington DC costs $100 – $600 in 2026, depending on declared value, size, and zoning review. Full DC DOB fee breakdown inside.