In 2005 the Canon City Fire District implemented Impact Fees. These fees are collected by Fremont County and the City of Canon City during the initial building permit process.
The following is a brief description of Impact Fees and how they are calculated. Please feel free to direct any further questions or comments to our main Fire Station, Fire Station One, located at the address below.
Canon City Fire District
1475 North 15th Street
Canon City CO 81212
phone: 719-275-8666
fax: 719-275-1486
What Are Impact Fees?
An Impact Fee is not designed to raise money but to ensure adequate capital facilities to provide services.
Why Are Impact Fees Needed?
To reduce the burden of new development on current and future services
To prepare for future delivery of services
To provide financial assistance in order to meet the funding requirements needed for future apparatus, equipment, stations and training facilities
What Are Impact Fees NOT Used For?
Personnel Costs and Benefits