Yes, Kern County and the City of Tehachapi impose fees that are collected prior to beginning the construction process which include: Building permit fees; school fees; highway impact fees; parks and recreation fees; and grading permit fees. Bear Valley Springs imposes an ECC submission fee of $5,000.00 and requires the purchase of a water meter and encroachment permit at a cost of approximately $7,800.00. All of the fees listed will be included in your construction loan, if applicable.