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practice by unlicensed individuals. When the documented project cost estimate exceeds $25,000, or where special conditions exist, the Building Official will require the submittal of construction documents prepared by a registered design professional, as indicated by his or her stamp and signature or their authorized facsimiles appearing on each document in accordance with applicable state laws. 107.2.5.90 Grading and drainage. The site plan shall provide sufficient detail to determine compliance with site grading and storm water drainage provisions of this Code and of applicable ordinances for the control, drainage and discharge of storm water. 107.3.4.90 Visits to site. When so directed by the Building Official or when required by the special inspection provisions of this Code, the registered design professional shall make visits to the site at intervals appropriate to the stage of the construction components requiring controlled materials; or to determine whether the work is proceeding in accordance with the construction of documents approved for the building permit. The registered design professional shall periodically submit reports to the Building Official showing the results of such periodic visits. (SECTION 109 FEES) 109.4 Surcharge for work started without a permit. In case any work for which a permit is required by this Code is substantially started or proceeded without first obtaining said permit, the total normal fees applicable shall be increased by an amount equal to the permit fee; except that the surcharge amount shall not be less than $35.00 nor more than $1000.00 for each permit. 109.900 Fees general. The fees to be paid for activities performed and services rendered by personnel of the Department of Community Development in carrying out the duties and responsibilities under this code shall be as scheduled. Permit fees are intended to cover the cost of application processing, plan examination, permit issuance, routine inspections, final inspection approval, issuance of a certificate of occupancy at the completion of construction, record keeping and a pro rata share of overhead costs. 109.901 Construction cost estimates. The Building Commissioner is authorized to estimate the total cost of construction of a structure or project by multiplying the volume of the structure by an appropriate cubic foot cost rate or by multiplying the area of the structure by an appropriate square foot cost rate. Structures or projects for which it is impractical to estimate the total construction cost by said cubic foot or square foot cost methods shall be estimated by applying current, commonly accepted unit cost figures to the various components in a commonly accepted manner. Total cost of construction includes cost of general construction, plumbing work, mechanical work, electrical work, elevators, fire suppression systems, fire alarms, etc.; and includes cost of site improvements related to the foregoing. In lieu of determining the total cost of construction as outlined above, the Building Commissioner may accept a bona fide contract or affidavit of the owner of the structure or project, in which the total cost of construction is verified by the applicant and owner or may utilize methods adopted in the Building Code of University City. 109.902 Payment of fees. The fee for all activities to be performed by the Department of Community Development shall be paid in advance. Payment shall be made at the office of the Department of Community Development in cash, accepted credit card types, or by check made payable to "City of University City." The Department of Community Development is authorized