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NEWPORTBEACH (ORANGE COUNTY)local legislationPublic Hearing

Newport Beach Fee and Cost Recovery Updates

Original title: Ordinance No. 2026-04: Amending Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 3.36.030 Related to Cost Recovery Percentages, and Resolution No. 2026-28: Revising and Adopting Fees Within the Schedule of Rents, Fines and Fees

Record date · May 12, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This document introduces No. 2026-04 and No. 2026-28, which propose changes to how the City of Newport Beach calculates for services and updates the city's official schedule of rents, fines, and fees.

Why it matters

Residents and businesses in Newport Beach may see changes to the costs of city services, fines, and rental rates as the city adjusts its fee structure to align with updated policies.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Newport Beach residents

Residents who utilize city services or pay city-imposed fines and rents will be subject to the updated fee schedule.

Directly affected

Local business owners

Businesses operating in Newport Beach may face changes in permit fees or other city-related costs.

Key Facts

  • Ordinance No. 2026-04 amends Newport Beach Municipal Code Section 3.36.030.
  • The amendment specifically updates the cost recovery percentages used by the city.
  • Resolution No. 2026-28 establishes a revised schedule of rents, fines, and fees for the city.
  • The document is currently categorized as an informational report for a public hearing.
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  • The file number associated with this legislative action is 26-2228.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cost recovery?
refers to the percentage of the actual cost of providing a city service that is charged back to the user of that service through fees.
Will my city fees change?
The document indicates that the city is revising its schedule of rents, fines, and fees, which may result in adjustments to specific charges.

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Alignment of Cost Recovery

The city is explicitly linking the amendment of the municipal code (Ordinance 2026-04) with a direct update to the fee schedule (Resolution 2026-28), suggesting a comprehensive review of city revenue models.

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