East County residents impacted by the Coches Fire in Lakeside, Sep. 8 are eligible for several fee waivers, including those associated with debris removal, burned vehicle disposal, rebuilding, and document replacement, according to county officials.

Four mobile homes and three accessory structures were destroyed during the fire. The fee waiver effort could save residents upward of $18,000 for various permits and plan checks within the Building Division. Residents could save up to $4,300 in disposal costs, thanks to a vote by the Board of Supervisors.

County Environmental Health and Quality estimates residents could save up to $10,098 for the septic system or water well permits. The replacement of vital records and documents could save those impacted up to $500.

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