Building and Construction: How much will my building permit cost?Building Permit fees are based on the Value of Construction and each project has a standard set of inspections. Value of Construction is defined as the total costs to the owner for a building construction in its completed from and includes the cost of all building work, materials of construction, building systems, labor. Furnishings, appliances and business equipment should not be included. Similarly land costs should not be included in the value of construction.