FY 25-26 Fee Schedule AdoptedCity of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Effective October 1, 2025
City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
All Departments 2025-26
Records Requests
Standard paper copy, per page 0.10$
(front and back is 2 pages)
Nonstandard-size copy:
Oversize paper copy (11” X 17”)0.50$
Specialty paper (Mylar, blueprint, blue line, map, photographic) Actual
Certified Copy- Each Certification 5.00$
Diskette 1.00$
Magnetic tape - actual cost Actual
Data cartridge -actual cost Actual
Tape cartridge - actual cost Actual
Rewritable CD (CD-RW)1.00$
Non-rewritable CD (CD-R)1.00$
Digital video disc (DVD)3.00$
JAZ drive - actual cost Actual
Other electronic media - actual cost Actual
Miscellaneous supplies - actual cost Actual
Postage and shipping charge actual cost Actual
Photographs - actual cost Actual
Maps - actual cost Actual
Labor charge:
For locating, compiling, and 15.00$
reproducing, per hour (if documents are
NOT located in the immediate area and over 50 pages)
Overhead charge - % of labor charge 20%
Remote document retrieval charge Actual
No Sales Tax shall be applied to copies of public information.
Notary Fees
Acknowledgement, Certified Copies, Jurat's, Oaths and Affirmation 6.00$
Protests- Per Document 5.00$
Convenience Fees
Credit Card Payment Over Phone 1.00$
Return Check Fee 25.00$
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City Secretary 2025-26
Candidate Filing Fee 25.00$
Licenses
Package Store Permit 250.00$
Wine and Malt Beverage Retailer's Permit - Bexar County 500.00$
Wine and Malt Beverage Retailer's Permit - Bexar County Renewal 375.00$
Wine and Malt Beverage Retailer's Permit - All Other Counties 87.50$
Wine and Malt Beverage Retailer's Off Premises Permit 30.00$
(Malt Beverage) Retail Dealer's On-Premise License - Bexar County 500.00$
(Malt Beverage) Retail Dealer's On-Premise License - Bexar County Renewal 375.00$
(Malt Beverage) Retail Dealer's On-Premise License - All Other Counties 75.00$
Wine-Only Package Store Permit 37.50$
Mixed Beverage Permit 375.00$
Wholesaler's Permit 937.50$
Branch's Distributor's License 37.50$
(Malt Beverage) Retail Dealer's Off-Premise License 30.00$
Local Distributor's Permit 50.00$
Winery Permit 37.50$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26
Non-Resident user fee- Library Card $15.00
Meeting Room Fee- Non-Schertz residents, 4 hours $50.00
Meeting Room Fee- After hour fee, per hour $25.00
Meeting Room Cleaning Fee (Spot Cleaning)$50.00
Meeting Room Cleaning Fee (Whole Room)Actual
Additional Fee for After Hours Cleaning, per hour $25.00
Inter-Library Loans Materials (ILL Materials)
Lost or damaged ILL items - Cost of item as billed by the lending library
(may include additional fines or fees assessed by the lending library)
Actual
Inter-Library Loan items per day (3 day grace period)-$
Max overdue amount per ILL item -$
Return Postage Fee--for ILL items never picked up by customer after arrival 5.00$
Overdue Fines (3 day grace period)
All Items per day (except ILL items)-$
Max amount that can be charged -$
Replacement Library Card 1.00$
Copier, per standard page
(2-sided copies are the same as 2 pages; oversized copies are the same as 2 pages)
Black and White 0.15$
Color 0.50$
Printing, per standard page
(2-sided copies are the same as 2 pages; oversized copies are the same as 2 pages)
Black and White 0.15$
Color 0.50$
Outgoing Fax, 1st page 1.00$
Per each succeeding page 0.25$
Lost & Damaged Materials - Cost of item
plus a processing fee 5.00$
Damaged DVD Case 1.00$
Damaged or Missing Barcode 1.00$
Damaged or Missing RFID Tag 1.00$
Damaged or Missing DVD/Video Cover 3.00$
(if replaceable) plus processing fee
Game & Experience Kit totes and parts (if replaceable)Actual
Toddler Tote Bag 2.50$
Juvenile Audiobook Bag -$
Materials Recovery Fee 10.00$
(per account sent to collections)
Library
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Schedule of Fees
Note: If an item is lost and paid for, any overdue fines assessed against the item are waived. If
part of an item is lost and not replaceable, the item as a whole is considered lost and the full
cost of the item is charged to the patron. Again, any overdue fines assessed against the item
are waived if the item is paid for. Refunds for items that were paid for and subsequently found
and returned to the library are available for up to 60 days after payment and require the original
receipt. Processing fees are non-refundable. No refunds will be given after 60 days.
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Schertz Magazine 2025-26
Display Ads:
Eighth Page for 6 mo., per month 325.00$
Eighth Page for 12 mo., per month 300.00$
Quarter Page for 6 mo., per month 600.00$
Quarter Page for 12 mo., per month 450.00$
Half Page for 6 mo., per month 1,100.00$
Half Page for 12 mo., per month 775.00$
Full Page for 6 mo., per month 1,650.00$
Full Page for 12 mo., per month 1,325.00$
Special placement fee 100.00$
Artwork ownership fee 95.00$
Late payment fee 25.00$
Ad cancellation fee 25.00$
Contract termination fee 50.00$
Design Change Overage Fee, per hour 120.00$
Premium Placement:
Back Cover for 6 mo., per month 2,000.00$
Back Cover for 12 mo., per month 1,650.00$
Churches, governmental entities, 501 (c) 3 and civic groups
who provide a service to the residents of Schertz will
receive a 25% discount on the above facility rental rates.
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Event Facilities 2025-26
Vendor/Ancillary Fees
Late Fee 200.00$
Ice, one bin (80lbs)20.00$
Ice, unlimited 50.00$
Beverage Service (for 50 people)75.00$
Beverage Linen per table 6.00$
Portable Bar 150.00$
Cocktail Tables (up to 5)50.00$
Uplighting, per light 20.00$
Uplighting package, 10 lights 150.00$
Pipe for Back Drop 25.00$
Drape per linear ft.2.00$
Cleaning Fee, kitchen 150.00$
Beverage Tub 75.00$
Private Suite 150.00$
Wireless Microphone $50.00
Lapel Microphone $75.00
Podium $25.00
Easel - Decorative Iron $25.00
Discount/Special Rates
Non-Profits 25% discount - rent only 15%
Schertz Residents Renter only- 20% with proof of residency 20%
Military - 15% with ID 15%
All comp'd requests will require approval from City Manager
H.O.A. Meeting Fee 100.00$
Funeral Reception Only in Bluebonnet Hall/Community Centers 3 hr maximum 100.00$
Gym Use Fee (Community Center/per hour)25.00$
Facility Security
Security Coordination Fee 25.00$
Regular- per officer, per hour (4 hour minimum)60.00$
Holiday- per officer, per hour (4 hour minimum)100.00$
Ancillary - Civic Center
Small Stage (12'x16')200.00$
Audio/Visual Services (upgraded)150.00$
Audio/Visual Panel Access (for 2 screens/projectors)100.00$
Cleaning Fee 300.00$
Civic Center - Grand Ballroom- (7,198 sq. ft)
Regular Rentals (room only)
Sunday, Full day 1,050.00$
Sunday, Half day 600.00$
Monday - Thursday, Full day 750.00$
Monday - Thursday, Half day 400.00$
Friday, Full Day 1,900.00$
Friday, Half Day 1,200.00$
Saturday, Full day (half day not available)2,200.00$
Reservation Fee 200.00$
Early Open Fee (one hour only) Additional Hours, per hour 150.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Event Facilities 2025-26
Banquet Package - includes hall and kitchen rental, easel, tables/chairs, dance
floor, AV panel access, ice, private suite, portable bar, cocktail tables, uplighting
package, beverage tub:
Friday Full Day (half day not available)2,700.00$
Saturday, Full day (half day not available)3,000.00$
Sunday Full Day (half day not available)1,850.00$
Civic Center Cut-Off Hall (Larger portion of Ballroom - (4,172 sq ft)
Regular Rentals
Sunday, Full day 825.00$
Monday - Thursday, Full day 575.00$
Monday - Thursday, Half day 275.00$
Friday, Full Day (half day not available)1,575.00$
Saturday, Full day (half day not available)1,775.00$
Reservation Fee 200.00$
Banquet Package - includes hall and kitchen rental, easel, tables/chairs, dance
floor, AV panel access, ice, private suite, portable bar, cocktail tables, uplighting
package, beverage tub:
Friday/Sunday, Full day (half day not available)2,375.00$
Saturday, Full day (half day not available)2,575.00$
Civic Center Conference Hall (Smaller portion of Ballroom - (3,026 sq ft)
Regular Rentals
Friday/Sunday, Full day 550.00$
Monday - Thursday, Full day 325.00$
Monday - Thursday, Half day 175.00$
Reservation Fee, applied to event 100.00$
Civic Center - Bluebonnet Hall- (2,500 sq ft)
Regular Rentals
Friday/Sunday, Full day 600.00$
Friday/Sunday, Half day 375.00$
Monday - Thursday, Full day 525.00$
Monday - Thursday, Half day 275.00$
Saturday, Full day (half day not available)850.00$
Early Open Fee (one hour only) Additional Hours, per hour 75.00$
Reservation Fee 100.00$
Cleaning Fee 150.00$
Banquet Package - includes hall rental, kitchen, tables/chairs, AV panel access,
ice, uplights, portable bar:
Friday/Sunday, Full day 1,050.00$
Saturday, Full day (half day not available)1,400.00$
Community Center North- 3501 Morning Dr- (2,006 sq ft)
Sunday - Thursday per hour, 2 hour minimum 25.00$
Friday - Saturday per hour, 4 hour minimum 50.00$
Daily Maximum (up to 12 hours)375.00$
Damage/Cancellation Deposit 200.00$
Community Center Central (2,940 sq ft)
Sunday - Thursday per hour, 2 hour minimum 50.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Event Facilities 2025-26
Friday - Saturday per hour, 4 hour minimum 75.00$
Daily Maximum (up to 12 hours)475.00$
Projector and Screen 75.00$
Microphone and Speaker 75.00$
Damage/Cancellation Deposit 200.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Event Fee 2025-26
Daddy Daughter/Mother Son Dances
Adult 18.00$
Child (17 and under)12.00$
Kick Cancer 1k/5k
1K Kids Run 20.00$
5K Timed Run/Walk 35.00$
5K Non-Timed Run/Walk
Signs of Love 20.00$
Jubilee
Food Vendor 300.00$
Carnival 6,000.00$
Craft Vendor 50.00$
Business Parade Entry 50.00$
T-Shirt Decorating Contest
Umpired Leagues (Softball)
Individual 35.00$
Late Fee Per Individual 10.00$
Umpired Leagues (Kickball)
Individual 25.00$
Late Fee Per Individual 10.00$
Non-Umpired Leagues (Pickleball, Cornhole)
Individual 20.00$
Late Fee Per Individual 10.00$
Schertz Hometown Harvest
Farmers/Ranchers/Produce Booth Fee -$
Booth Fee 35.00$
Power Wheels Derby
Per Entry 15.00$
50.00$
50.00$
Breakfast with Santa 10.00$
Craft Vendor
Holidazzle
Food Vendor
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Event Fee 2025-26
Murder Mystery Party $40.00
Per Individual
5 Day, 2 Hour Camps
Per Individual 60.00$
5 Day, 3 Hour Camps
Per couple 70.00$
Parent & Me Programs
Per Couple 10.00$
Archery Month Series (Seniors/After School)
Per Individual 20.00$
Archery 101 (1 Day)
Per Individual 20.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Planning and Zoning 2025-26
Plat recording service:
Fees assessed are due prior to recording:
Plat recording fee is equal to the fee charged by the County Clerks Office
Annexation Petition by Property Owner - Plus all related fees 750.00$
Zone Change
Zone change for 0 to 2 acres 650.00$
Zone change for 2+ to 5 acres $1,000.00
Zone change for 5+ to 20 acres $2,000.00
Zone change for 20+ to 50 acres $3,500.00
Zone change for 50+ to 100 acres $4,000.00
Zone change for 100+ acres $6,000.00
Specific Use Permit (SUP) - plus other applicable items (i.e. Site Plan)
Specific Use Permit (SUP) for 0 to 2 acres 650.00$
Specific Use Permit (SUP) for 2+ to 5 acres $ 1,000.00
Specific Use Permit (SUP) for 5+ to 20 acres 2,000.00$
Specific Use Permit (SUP) for 20+ to 50 acres 3,500.00$
Specific Use Permit (SUP) for 50+ to 100 acres 4,000.00$
Specific Use Permit (SUP) for 100+ acres 6,000.00$
Building addition of a current/legal SUP 500.00$
Master Development Plan
All phased developments and PDD's 1,500.00$
Master Development Plan Amendment (minor revision)500.00$
Preliminary Plat
0 to 50 acres 2,000.00$
greater than 50 acres 3,000.00$
Final Record Plat or Re-plat
0 to 50 acres 1,500.00$
greater than 50 acres 2,000.00$
Revised Final Plat (minor)500.00$
Amended Plat 1,500.00$
Minor Plat 1,500.00$
Vacate Plat 1,500.00$
Plat Time Extension - plus all related fees 250.00$
Street and Subdivision Name Changes 1,500.00$
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Planning and Zoning 2025-26
Site Plan 1,500.00$
Amended Site Plan (minor)500.00$
Park Fees - Residential
Land Dedication: one (1) acre per 100 dwelling unit
Fee in Lieu of Land Dedication: per dwelling unit 350.00$
Park Development Fee: Per Dwelling unit 650.00$
Park Fees - Multi-Family
Land Dedication: one (1) acre per 100 dwelling unit
Fee in Lieu of Land Dedication; per dwelling unit:350.00$
Park Development Fee: Per Dwelling unit 650.00$
Miscellaneous
Tree Mitigation, inch of DBH - Plus all related fees 100.00$
Legal Review (i.e. Improvement Agreements)Actual
Zoning Verification Letter - Single tract of land per Tract 150.00$
Certificate of Determination - Single Tract of Land per Tract 150.00$
Postponement of any Public Hearing by the Applicant 350.00$
Appeals and requests for amendments
Considered by City Council, the Planning & Zoning Commission, the Building and
Standards Commission, or the Board of Adjustment as allowed by the Unified
Development Code, to include requested amendments to the Comprehensive Land Use
Plan 500.00$
Floodplain Development Review Fee 150.00$
Variance and/or Waivers
Unified Development Code, ea.500.00$
Building Code, ea.500.00$
Driveway width waiver requests will not be assessed with the waiver fee
Copies, Plans, and Maps:
Unified Development Code 50.00$
Public Works Specification Manual 50.00$
Staff Review - Application completeness review, internal SDR (staff)
review & meeting with applicant to review application package.
Fee included in all applications.
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Parks and Recreation 2025-26
Small Pavilion (Resident)
Weekday Full Day (Mon-Thur) 42.50$
Weekend Half Day (Fri-Sun) 55.00$
Weekend Full Day (Fri-Sun) 85.00$
Small Pavilion (Non-Resident)
Weekday Full Day (Mon-Thur) 67.50$
Weekend Half Day (Fri-Sun) 90.00$
Weekend Full Day (Fri-Sun) 135.00$
Large Pavilion (Resident)
Weekday with facilities (Mon-Thur) 125.00$
Weekend with facilities (Fri-Sun) 250.00$
Large Pavilion (Non-Resident)
Weekday with facilities (Mon-Thur) 175.00$
Weekend with facilities (Fri-Sun) 350.00$
Group Picnic Areas (Resident)
Weekday Full Day (Mon-Thur) 15.00$
Weekend Half Day (Fri-Sun) 20.00$
Weekend Full Day (Fri-Sun) 30.00$
Group Picnic Areas (Non-Resident)
Weekday Full Day (Mon-Thur) 22.50$
Weekend Half Day (Fri-Sun) 35.00$
Weekend Full Day (Fri-Sun) 45.00$
Spike ball
Spike ball nets with balls 15.00$
Basketball
Set of Half Dozen Basketballs 15.00$
Pickleball
Pickleball Net (Paddles and Balls are Included)40.00$
Veteran's Memorial Plaza Pavers
Per Paver 75.00$
Senior Center Membership
Per Person 36.00$
Per Couple 65.00$
Pools
Daily Rates
Per swimmer per entry 2.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Parks and Recreation 2025-26
Daily pass 3.00$
Admission is free for children under the age of 2 years.
Float & Fireworks 3.00$
Paws in the Pool 3.00$
Watermelon Day 3.00$
Season Rates-Maximum per season pass is six (6) members
Schertz Residents
Individual rate 40.00$
2 member rate 50.00$
3 member rate 60.00$
4 member rate 70.00$
5 member rate 80.00$
6 member rate 90.00$
Non-Schertz Residents
Individual rate 70.00$
2 member rate 80.00$
3 member rate 90.00$
4 member rate 100.00$
5 member rate 110.00$
6 member rate 120.00$
Regular Preschool/Child Care Center
Teacher/Child Care Attendant and 5
students per pass.
In City 80.00$
Out of City 120.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Parks and Recreation 2025-26
Swimming lessons rate
Schertz Residents - per child **
Non- Residents - per child **
Pool Reservations
Schertz Residents
1 to 50 People **
51 to 100 People **
101 to 150 People **
151 to 200 People **
201 to 250 People **
251 to 293 People **
Non-Residents
1 to 50 People **
51 to 100 People **
101 to 150 People **
151 to 200 People **
201 to 250 People **
251 to 293 People **
Northcliffe Pool
Schertz Residents
1 to 50 People (2 hours maximum)**
50 to 100 People (2 hours maximum)**
Non-Residents
1 to 50 People (2 hours maximum)**
50 to 100 People (2 hours maximum)**
**THESE RATES NOW SET BY CONTRACTOR**
**THESE RATES NOW SET BY CONTRACTOR**
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Animal Services 2025-26
Animal Adoption
Dog 60.00$
Cat 35.00$
Adoption pricing may be discounted for adoption events or during special promotions
Permits - A permit shall be issue after payment of application fee:
Kennel authorized to house 10 or less dogs or cats 75.00$
Kennel authorized to house more than 10 but less than 50 150.00$
Kennel authorized to house 50 or more 200.00$
Pet Shop 100.00$
Grooming Shop 30.00$
Commercial Riding Stable 10 or less 75.00$
Commercial Riding Stable 11-50 150.00$
Commercial Riding Stable 51 or more 200.00$
Annual Crescent Bend Riding Permit, per horse 100.00$
Auction 100.00$
Zoological Park 200.00$
Animal Exhibition/Circus/Petting Zoo 100.00$
Guard Dog Training Center 200.00$
Obedience Training Center 50.00$
Commercial Establishment Using a Guard Dog 75.00$
Commercial Annual Sellers Permit 150.00$
Dangerous Dog Permit 200.00$
Temporary Permit* - not to exceed 7 days 15.00$
*Good for Crescent Bend Riding (per horse), Animal Exhibition/Circus/Petting Zoo, and Auction
Permits
Temporary Animal Sales Permit (Pet Expos), not to exceed 3 days 30.00$
Impoundment Fee: An impoundment fee must be paid for each captured animal
Dog/Cat Impoundment
Within a 1 year period
1st Offense
Neutered 30.00$
Un-neutered 45.00$
2nd Offense
Neutered 50.00$
Un-neutered 70.00$
3rd Offense
Neutered 100.00$
Un-neutered 120.00$
4th Offense
Neutered 150.00$
Un-neutered 170.00$
Each Additional Offense
Base- Neutered 150.00$
Base- Un-neutered 170.00$
Per Additional Offense 50.00$
Fowl or other small animal 30.00$
Livestock 75.00$
Zoological/Circus animal 200.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Animal Services 2025-26
Boarding Fee: A boarding fee must be paid for each animal
Dog/Cat, per day 15.00$
Fowl or other small animal, per day 10.00$
Reptile, per day 30.00$
Livestock, per day 50.00$
Zoological/Circus animal, per day 200.00$
Surrender Fee: Charge per animal with proof of Schertz residency
Fowl/Reptile/Small Animal 10.00$
Dog/Cat neutered/spayed /current rabies cert./heartworm negative 35.00$
Dog/Cat all other surrenders 65.00$
Small Livestock 50.00$
Large Livestock 100.00$
Zoological or Circus 200.00$
Litter Fee (3 or more animals under 2 months old)75.00$
Quarantine Fee:
Dog/Cat 50.00$
Plus Daily Charge per animal for boarding 15.00$
Micro Chipping 15.00$
Trap Rental Fee:
Trap Deposit, refundable when trap is returned 75.00$
Trap Rental Fee, per day 5.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Neighborhood Service 2025-26
Health and Sanitation Division
Food Establishment Fees (annual):
Non-Profit Organizations (regardless of number of employees)100.00$
1 - 10 Employees 300.00$
11 or more Employees 773.00$
Temporary Food and/or Beverage Establishment 50.00$
Temporary Food and/or Beverage Establishment - Multiple Events (annual)200.00$
Re-inspection fees 75.00$
Mobile Vendors, registration 250.00$
Mobile Vendors, registration (existing permit from another government agency)25.00$
Mobile Vendors registration and fees will expire July 1, 2026 at which time the State of Texas will start licensing
mobile vendors in accordance with HB 2844.
Sanitation Inspection Fees (annual)
Public School Inspections - 2 Inspections per year 250.00$
Private School Permit/Renewal/Change of Ownership 250.00$
Daycare Inspections 125.00$
Public and HOA Swimming Pool License 110.00$
Foster Care 50.00$
Nuisance Abatement Administrative Fee
First abatement 100.00$
Second abatement 200.00$
Third and subsequent abatements 500.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Police Department 2025-26
Alarm Permit Fees
Residential - Annually 10.00$
Tier 1 Commercial 25.00$
Tier 2 Commercial site alarm system required 50.00$
under local, state or national code
Alarm Service Fees: Other than Burglar Alarms
4TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 100.00$
5TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 150.00$
6TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 200.00$
7TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 250.00$
8TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 500.00$
Others After 8TH within 12 Mo. Period 500.00$
Burglar Alarm Service Fees:
4TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 50.00$
5TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 50.00$
6TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 75.00$
7TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 75.00$
8TH False Alarm within 12 Mo. Period 100.00$
Others After 8TH within 12 Mo. Period 100.00$
Miscellaneous Fees
Accident Reports, each 6.00$
Fingerprints, per set 10.00$
Solicitor/Peddler Permit 50.00$
Background Check Fee 10.00$
BODY CAM VIDEO ($1.00 per minute +$10.00)10.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Fire Department and Haz-Mat Fees 2025-26
Licenses & Permits
Certificate of Occupancy - Inspections (CO)50.00$
License Inspections N/A
Adult Daycare 200.00$
Licensed Nursing Care Center 200.00$
Licensed Hospital Inspection 250.00$
Licensed Institutional Inspection 250.00$
Licensed In-Home Facilities 50.00$
Emergency Responder Radio Coverage System 500.00$
High Piled/Rack Storage System 400.00$
Above Ground Storage Tanks (all sizes) - commercial 250.00$
Above Ground Storage Tanks (all sizes) - residential 150.00$
Below Ground Storage Tanks (per tank) - commercial 250.00$
Below Ground Storage Tanks (per tank) - residential 150.00$
Access Control Systems (per system)150.00$
Limited Access Security Gates and Perimeter Fencing (per system)185.00$
Solar 250.00$
Open or Control Burn - Commercial 150.00$
Open or Control Burn - Non-commercial 25.00$
Fireworks display permit 450.00$
Tents and Membranes (per event)75.00$
Tents and Membranes (annually)400.00$
Cutting and Welding 50.00$
Explosives 50.00$
Flammable Storage 50.00$
Carnivals and Fairs 50.00$
Food Booth (per booth, per event)25.00$
Mobile Food Establistments (annual)25.00$
Battery Systems 50.00$
Combustible Dust Product Options 50.00$
Cryogenic Fluids 50.00$
Haz-mat 50.00$
Lumberyards 50.00$
Spraying and Dipping 50.00$
Storage of Tires 50.00$
Short Term Rental Annual Inspection 125.00$
Fire Suppression System Permits
Fire Sprinkler System (1-10 heads)200.00$
Fire Sprinkler System (11-200 heads)250.00$
Additional heads (beyond 200)1.00$
Sprinkler System Modification (no heads involved)150.00$
False Alarm, per occurance (after 2 in an annual period)50.00$
Fire Alarms Installation (1-20 Devices)200.00$
Fire Alarms Installation (21-200 Devices)250.00$
Additional installation charge, per initiating or notification device (beyond 200)1.00$
Fire Alarm Remodel (Less than 10 Devices)75.00$
Fire Alarm Remodel (11-25 Devices)150.00$
Fire Alarm Remodel (26-100 Devices)225.00$
Fire Alarm Remodel (101-200 Devices)300.00$
Fire Alarm Remodel (201+ Devices)375.00$
Fire Alarm Panel Replacement (1-9 effected Devices)100.00$
Fire Alarm panel Replacement (10+ effected Devices)200.00$
Kitchen Hood Suppression System 400.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Fire Department and Haz-Mat Fees 2025-26
Underground Fire Line (per line)250.00$
Fixed Pipe Systems (per system)150.00$
Gaseous Suppression Systems (per system)300.00$
Standpipe 200.00$
Additional Standpipes (beyond 1)150.00$
Spray Paint Booth (per booth)300.00$
Other Fire Systems 100.00$
Inspection & Plan Review
Inspection Fees
Re-Inspection, after the 1st 150.00$
After hours fee, per hour per inspector 75.00$
(beyond the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Plan Review Fees, per hour, minimum 2 hours 100.00$
Plan Review Rush, Outsource - Sent out by Fire Marshal Cost
SFR After Hours Plan Review Rush (per hour, 2 hour minimum)200.00$
Smoke Control System Plan (per system)400.00$
Hazardous materials operations service fees.
The current replacement cost shall be charged for the use of consumable
haz-mat supplies and firefighting agents ACTUAL
If any protective equipment or firefighting equipment is damaged or
contaminated, the current replacement cost shall be charged.ACTUAL
Fire Watch 75.00$
Fire Watch with Pumper Apparatus (per hour) - MInimum 2 hours 150.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
EMS 2025-26
Response Services
Aid Call 250.00$
Air Medical Assist Call 800.00$
Basic Life Support Non- Emergency 1,340.00$
Basic Life Support Emergency 1,460.00$
Advanced Life Support Non Emergency 1,480.00$
Advanced Life Support Emergency No Specialty Care 1,690.00$
Advanced Life Support Emergency W \ Specialty Care 1,850.00$
Mileage, per mile 25.00$
Other Services
Ambulance Standby, per hour 150.00$
Gator Standby, per hour 100.00$
AED Supplies Actual
CPR Class and Supplies Actual
System Continuing Education Actual
Vaccinations Actual
EMT Class 1,300.00$
Passport to Care - Single (insured)50.00$
Passport to Care - Family (insured)60.00$
Passport to Care - Single (Not insured)65.00$
Passport to Care - Family (Not insured)75.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Inspections 2025-26
Residential Building Permit Fees
Minimum permit fee 50.00$
New Single Family Residential (one & two family dwellings) per square foot 0.50$
New Assessory structures per square foot 0.50$
Flatwork/Deck 100.00$
Patio/Patio Cover 225.00$
Roof Replacement 200.00$
Window Replacement 150.00$
Foundation Repair 225.00$
No plan check fee applies to residential flatwork/deck permits
A building permit is required for swimming pools greater than 24 inches (24") in depth.
Swimming Pools - In ground 500.00$
Swimming Pools - Above Ground (where a permit is required)25.00$
No permit required for prefabricated pools less than 24"
A residential plan review fee of 50%of the building permit fee is assessed to all permits for
the review of construction documents and plans associated with a permit.50%
See trade permit and technology fees associated with residential permits below.
Commercial Building Permit Fees
Building Permit Fees
New Construction - Commercial (see Cost table below)Cost
Plan review fees for projects with a cost of $5,000 or greater,are assessed review fees
based on a percentage (%) of Permit Fee 50%
Permit Fees:
Cost of Construction (Cost)
$0.00 to $1,000.00 50.00$
$1,001.00 to $15,000.00, for each additional $1,000 and fraction thereof 8.00$
$15,001.00 to $50,000.00, for each additional $1,000 and fraction thereof 7.00$
$50,001 and up, for each additional $1,000 and fraction thereof 6.00$
Following Use The Cost of Construction (Cost) Table above:
Non - residential Flatwork/Deck Cost
Non - residential Accessory Buildings Cost
Non - residential Patio/Patio Cover Cost
Non - residential Roof Replacement Cost
Non - residential Window Replacement Cost
Non - residential Swimming Pools in Ground Cost
Non - residential Foundation Repair Cost
Sign Cost
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Inspections 2025-26
All other permit fees (Residential & Commercial):
Fence (New and Replacement)50.00$
Siding/Fascia 75.00$
Temporary Building or Structure 50.00$
Moving Permit Fee 100.00$
Demolition Permit Fee 60.00$
Mobile Home Permit Fee (plus sub-trades as necessary)25.00$
Certificate of Occupancy 50.00$
Pre Certificate of Occupancy Inspection 200.00$
Failure to Obtain Certificate of Occupancy 200.00$
Compliance Inspection, each trade 50.00$
Temporary Sign 30.00$
Development Sign 100.00$
Banner 25.00$
Street Span Banner 25.00$
Home Occupation Permit (annually)35.00$
Construction beginning without permit, pay additional:200.00$
Failure to Request Inspection, per trade 100.00$
Failure to Obtain Contractors License/Provide Insurance 100.00$
Electrical Permit Fees
Electrical Repair/Replacement 60.00$
New Construction per building/unit 100.00$
Solar 100.00$
Mechanical Permit Fees
Mechanical Repair/Replacement 60.00$
New Construction per building/unit 100.00$
Plumbing Permit Fees
Plumbing Repair/Replacement 60.00$
New Construction per building/unit 100.00$
Irrigation Permit Fees
Permit Fee 60.00$
plus per sprinkler head 1.00$
plus per backflow or RPZ 3.00$
subsequent to the installation of the piping or equipment served, each
Re-Inspection Fees
Each re-inspection, per trade 75.00$
Re-inspections after first, per trade 150.00$
Re-inspections after second and all subsequent, per trade 500.00$
No permit fees will be charged for sites located on Main St. (All departments)
No permit fees will be charged to the Schertz Housing Authority (All departments)
Technology Fees
Commercial Construction (new, additions, remodels)25.00$
New Residential Construction 25.00$
All other permits 10.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Inspections 2025-26
Licenses/Registrations:
General Contractor (Initial and Renewal)N/C
Master Electrician (Initial) State of Texas Issued N/C
Apprentice/Wireman Electrician (Annually) State of Texas Issued N/C
Electrical Contractor (Annually) State of Texas Issued N/C
Mechanical Contractor (Annually) State of Texas Issued N/C
Plumbing Contractor (Annually)* State of Texas Issued N/C
Irrigation (Annually) State of Texas Issued N/C
Backflow Tester - State of Texas Issued N/C
Sign Contractor (Initial)N/C
Sign Contractor (Renewal)N/C
Electrical Sign Contractor (Initial) State of Texas Issued N/C
Electric Sign Journeyman Electrician (Annually) State of Texas Issued N/C
Electric Sign Apprentice/Wireman Electrician (Annually) State of Texas Issued N/C
Utility Contractor (Annually)N/C
Mobile Home Park (Annually)N/C
*N/C - No Charge for license
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Engineering 2025-26
Grading and Clearing Permit - Acreage
For non-agricultural purposes
Below 5 acres 100.00$
5 to 20 acres 250.00$
Per acre over 20, plus base charge for 20 acres 3.00$
Over 100 acres 490.00$
Grading and Clearing Permit Fees are waived for applicants representing Home Owner's
Associations proposing maintenance activities in drainage easements.
Public Improvement Permit Fees
Construction Plan Review
Base Fee 1,065.00$
Water, per 100 linear foot of main 8.52$
Wastewater, per 100 linear foot of main 12.78$
Street and Drainage, per 100 linear foot of street 8.52$
Drainage, per 100 linear feet of street + 100 linear feet of off-street facility 12.78$
Wastewater Lift Station 2,130.00$
OR
Actual Cost of third party plan review Actual
Construction Inspection
Base Fee 3,386.40$
Water, per 100 linear foot of main 67.73$
Wastewater, per 100 linear foot of main 84.66$
Street and Drainage, per 100 linear foot of street 67.73$
Drainage, per 100 linear feet of street + 100 linear feet of off-street facility 84.66$
Wastewater Lift Station 5,079.60$
OR
Actual Cost of third party inspection Actual
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Drainage Fees 2025-26
Charge Per Residence 5.20$
Commercial, per LUE 5.20$
Floodplain Permit, New Residential Structure 50.00$
Floodplain Permit, New Commercial Structure 150.00$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26
Residential 19.20$
Once a week pick up Garbage
Every other week pick up Recycling
Every other week pick up bulk items and brush
Hazardous Waste pick up on request
Extra Garbage Carts, each 9.25$
Extra Recycling Carts, each 5.00$
Unusual Accumulation Waste Collection
Rate per hour 100.00$
Deposital fee per yard collected 50.00$
Commercial
Small Commercial
Once a week pick up 45.00$
Twice per week pick up 90.00$
Commercial Containers
CONTRACTOR will provide commercial containers
to those customers who desire to use them in lieu
of garbage cans. The use of such CONTRACTOR
provided containers is required by this contract.
Rates for containers and pickup will be based
on the following table:
On Call
Frequency of Pickup 1 2 3 4 5 6 Additional
Container Size:
2 cu. Yard 85.16$ 145.01$ 175.17$ 200.25$ 225.27$ 250.29 75.00$
3 cu. Yard 102.64$ 185.16$ 255.31$ 292.77$ 330.38$ 367.89$ 75.00$
4 cu. Yard 127.58$ 220.30$ 330.32$ 362.88$ 425.51$ 488.07$ 75.00$
6 cu. Yard 180.27$ 300.32$ 412.99$ 525.66$ 638.16$ 750.83$ 75.00$
8 cu. Yard 212.77$ 387.94$ 538.05$ 688.26$ 839.50$ 988.63$ 75.00$
10 cu. Yard 232.77$ 397.94$ 548.05$ 698.26$ 839.50$ 998.63 75.00$
2 cu. Yard Recycle 79.25$ 134.94$ 163.00$ 186.34$ 209.63$ 232.9 75.00$
4 cu. Yard Recycle 95.51$ 172.30$ 237.58$ 272.44$ 307.43$ 342.34 75.00$
6 cu. Yard Recycle 167.74$ 279.46$ 384.30$ 489.14$ 593.84$ 698.68 75.00$
8 cu. Yard Recycle 197.99$ 360.99$ 500.67$ 640.45$ 781.19$ 919.96 75.00$
Roll-Off available in 20, 30, and 40 cubic yards
Delivery 150.00$
Haul Rate 390.00$
Disposal, per ton 59.94$
Temporary, rate per day (not charged on permant placement)3.00$
Compactors
On Call
Frequency of Pickup 1 2 3 4 5 6 Additional
Container Size
2 cu. Yard compactor 255.48$ 435.03$ 525.51$ 600.75$ 675.81$ 750.87$ 300.00$
4 cu. Yard compactor 382.74$ 660.90$ 900.96$ 1,088.64$ 1,276.53$ 1,464.21$ 300.00$
Garbage Collection Fees
City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26Garbage Collection Fees
6 cu. Yard compactor 540.81$ 900.96$ 1,238.97$ 1,576.98$ 1,914.48$ 2,252.49$ 300.00$
Compactor Rental, per month 500.00$
Casters, per month 7.50$
Locks,per collection 2.50$
Enclosures, per month 5.00$
Roll Off Compactor
20 yard and 30 yard self contained
Rental, per month 750.00$
Haul Rate 470.00$
Disposal, per ton 59.94$
40 Yard Receiving Container
Rental 250.00$
Haul Rate 470.00$
Disposal, per ton 59.94$
Disaster management Rates
Roll Off Truck and Container, per hour 200.00$
Grapple Truck, per hour 200.00$
Rear Load Truck and Crew, per hour 325.00$
Disposal, per ton 59.94$
Commercial Recycle Hauling Permit 25.00$
10%
To address non standard requests, the solid waste contractor can negotiate a fee with the
The City franchise fee collected from the Solid Waste Provider
City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26
WATER IMPACT FEE
Meter Size Meter Type
5/8"MULTI-JET 1.0 8,814.00$
3/4"MULTI-JET 1.3 11,458.20$
1"MULTI-JET 2.0 17,628.00$
2"ULTRASONIC 16.7 147,193.80$
3"ULTRASONIC 33.3 293,506.20$
4"ULTRASONIC 66.7 587,893.80$
6"ULTRASONIC 106.7 940,453.80$
8"ULTRASONIC 186.7 1,645,573.80$
10"ULTRASONIC 366.7 3,232,093.80$
12"ULTRASONIC 366.7 3,232,093.80$
SEWER COLLECTION IMPACT FEE
Meter Size Meter Type
5/8"MULTI-JET 1.0 5,556.00$
3/4"MULTI-JET 1.3 7,222.80$
1"MULTI-JET 2.0 11,112.00$
2"ULTRASONIC 16.7 92,785.20$
3"ULTRASONIC 33.3 185,014.80$
4"ULTRASONIC 66.7 370,585.20$
6"ULTRASONIC 106.7 592,825.20$
8"ULTRASONIC 186.7 1,037,305.20$
10"ULTRASONIC 366.7 2,037,385.20$
12"ULTRASONIC 366.7 2,037,385.20$
These are only City of Schertz impact fees.
Other Utility Impact Fees
Cibolo Creek Municipal Authority (CCMA)
South Basin Impact Fee Per LUE:2,200.00$
North Basin Impact Fee Per LUE:2,300.00$
*Sewer based on LUE: LUE = 155 gallons per day
These are only CCMA impact fees.
Schertz Seguin Local Government Corporation (SSLGC)
Meter Size Meter Type
5/8"SIMPLE 1.0 1,607.24$
3/4"SIMPLE 1.5 2,410.86$
1"SIMPLE 2.5 4,018.10$
1.5"SIMPLE 5.0 8,036.20$
2"SIMPLE 8.0 12,857.92$
2"COMPOUND 8.0 12,857.92$
2"TURBINE 10.0 16,072.40$
3"COMPOUND 16.0 25,715.84$
3"TURBINE 24.0 38,573.76$
4"COMPOUND 25.0 40,181.00$
4"TURBINE 42.0 67,504.08$
6"COMPOUND 50.0 80,362.00$
6"TURBINE 92.0 147,866.08$
LUEs
Capital Recovery Impact Fees
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26Capital Recovery Impact Fees
8"COMPOUND 80.0 128,579.20$
9"TURBINE 160.0 257,158.40$
10"COMPOUND 115.0 184,832.60$
10"TURBINE 250.0 401,810.00$
12"TURBINE 330.0 530,389.20$
ROADWAY IMAPACT FEE
Residential Home through 3/26/2021 2,696.00$
Residential Home between 3/27/2021 and 3/26/2022 3,033.00$
Residential Home after 3/26/2022 3,370.00$
Nonresidential through 3/26/2021, per service unit*100.00$
Nonresidential after 3/26/2021, per service unit*175.00$
*The number of service units are based on the use of the property. A fee
calculator is available on the City Website under the Engineering page
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26
Water & Wastewater Deposit
In City 125.00$
In City, with no water service 75.00$
Out of City 150.00$
Commercial 100.00$
or 2.5 times estimated monthly billing 2.5x
Disconnect Fee 20.00$
Extension Fee 5.00$
2 free extensions
Transfer Fee 10.00$
Garbage Deposit
Residential 25.00$
Commercial 100.00$
or 2 1/2 times estimated monthly billing 2.5x
Meter Flow Test
After Hours Disconnect/Reconnect 50.00$
City Field Test 10.00$
City Meter Bench Flow Test 25.00$
Schertz Seguin Water Customers 4.00$
Non-Schertz Seguin Customer 15.00$
Extended Absence Charge 10.00$
Re-Installation Fee, per hour 50.00$
Fire Hydrant Fee
Deposit 200.00$
Service Fee 50.00$
Utility Billing
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26
Permit Fees - All Right of Way Permits 25.00$
Fire Line Type Nos. 1 and 2 - (non-metered), in City per year
4-inch service line connection or smaller 175.00$
6 inch 235.00$
8 inch 290.00$
10 inch 340.00$
12 inch 405.00$
Fire Line - (non-metered), Outside City per year
4-inch service line connection or smaller 225.00$
6 inch 305.00$
8 inch 375.00$
10 inch 440.00$
12 inch 525.00$
Meter Size
5/8" X 3/4"330.00$
3/4" X 3/4"345.00$
1" X 1"450.00$
2" X 2"1,940.00$
*2" turbine Cost + Labor
*3" or larger Cost + Labor
Public Works
Meter Installation Fees - Inside the City
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
2025-26Public Works
Meter Installation Fees - Outside the City
Meter Size
5/8" X 3/4"340.00$
3/4" X 3/4"355.00$
1" X 1"460.00$
2" X 2"1,950.00$
*2" turbine Cost + Labor
*3" or larger Cost + Labor
Fire Hydrant Meter for Construction
Deposit (refundable)200.00$
Service Charge 50.00$
Bulk Water Sales - 10 Commercial Place
Deposit (refundable)90.00$
Service Charge 50.00$
Base Monthly fee - initial 10,000 gallons 130.23$
Usage fee - per thousand gallon after initial 10.38$
Wholesale Water Distribution Rate
Base Rate, per month
3 Inch Meter 492.03$
4 Inch Meter 861.06$
6 Inch Meter 1,886.12$
8 Inch Meter 3,281.01$
10 Inch Meter 5,126.57$
12 Inch Meter 6,767.07$
Network Nodes
Application 500.00$
Additional for each node over 5 on the application (up to 30)100.00$
Annual Public Right of Way 250.00$
Node Support Pole Application Fee 1,000.00$
Collection Fee for Network Nodes on City Service Poles, per pole, per month 20.00$
Transport Facilities
Application 500.00$
Additional for each node over 5 on the application (up to 30)100.00$
Rental Fee for Transport Facilities, per device per month 28.00$
Annual Public Right of Way Fee 250.00$
Permit Fees will be due at the time of the permit submission.
Permit will not be accepted if the permit fee is not attached.
Other fees will be assessed at the time of permit approval
Available by agreement to distributors with a self-maintained water
distribution service, Military Bases, and for temporary use until reuse
water is made available in a particular area.
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Sewer Rates 2025-26
Residential Rates (Single Family)
Base Rate-per month 16.40$
Per 1,000 gal Charge, Per Month
Per 1,000 gal charge Total- 12,000 gallons or less 5.40$
greater than 12,000 gallons 12.38$
Business and Multi-family Dwelling Units:
Base Rate per month 20.63$
The base rate shall be assessed in terms of connection equivalents
which shall be as follows: the customer's previous 12 month water
consumption as determined at the annual re-rating in February
divided by 365, with the results of such division then
divided by 245 gallons. The figure arrived at by the second
division shall be the customer's "connection equivalent". Each
business shall be assessed a base rate.
Per 1,000 gal Charge, Per Month
Per 1,000 gal charge Total- 12,000 gallons or less 5.53$
greater than 12,000 gallons 12.38$
YMCA
Per 1,000 gal Charge, Per Month 3.64$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Public Works - Water Rates Residential 2025-26
GALLONS SOLD BY METER SIZE (RESIDENTIAL & SMALL COMMERCIAL)
Base Monthly Fee, based on meter size
5/8 IN 27.42$
3/4 IN 41.10$
1.0 IN 68.51$
2 IN 274.07$
3 IN 657.79$
4 IN 1,151.12$
6 IN 2,521.51$
8 IN 4,429.75$
10 IN 6,921.47$
12 IN 9,136.36$
Usage Fee, rate per 1,000 gallons
- 6,000 3.38$
6,001 12,000 3.79$
12,001 18,000 4.43$
18,001 30,000 5.41$
30,001 Above 6.88$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Public Works - Water Rates Residential 2025-26
GALLONS SOLD BY METER SIZE (LARGE COMMERCIAL)
Base Monthly Fee, based on meter size
5/8 IN 27.42$
3/4 IN 41.10$
1.0 IN 68.51$
1 1/2 IN 137.04$
2IN (TURBINE)274.07$
3 IN 657.79$
4 IN 1,151.12$
6 IN 2,521.51$
8 IN 4,429.75$
10 IN 6,921.47$
12 IN 9,136.35$
Usage Fee, rate per 1,000 gallons
- 18,000 3.38$
18,001 36,000 3.79$
36,001 54,000 4.43$
54,001 90,000 5.41$
90,001 Above 6.88$
Fire Hydrant Meter
Base Monthly Fee 130.23$
Usage Fee, per 1,000 gals 10.38$
Cibolo Wholesale Water Rate 3.47$
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City of Schertz
Schedule of Fees
Drought Contingency Surcharges 2025-26
For the first 1,000 gallons over allocation*2.00$
For the second 1,000 gallons over allocation*3.00$
For the third 1,000 gallons over allocation*4.00$
For each additional 1,000 gallons over allocation*5.00$
Drought Contingency Violation Fines, up to 200.00$
*Refer to the Conservation Ordinance for all allocations
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