Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) Fee Structure & Application

New CUA Fee Structure Effective January 1, 2025

Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River is implementing a new fee structure, effective January 1, 2025. Please be aware that contents of this webpage may experience changes and updates during the transition to the new fee structure and the 2025 fee cycle. Details on this page reflect this new CUA fee structure.

 

2025 CUA Fee Structure

There are two types of fees associated with the issuance of a Commercial Use Authorization:

• CUA Application Fee: $350 one-time fee every two-year cycle. Non-refundable, even if application is not approved.
• CUA Management Fee: Amount is determined based on a percentage of park-dependent gross receipts (PDGR).
  • 2025-2026 CUA Cycle: CUA holders will pay 1.5% of PDGR per year, minus the $350 application fee.
  • 2027-2028 CUA Cycle: CUA holders will pay 2.0% of PDGR per year, minus the $350 application fee.
• Boat Decal Fee: For fishing guides only. The current cost is $30 for 5 decals.

 

2025 Commercial Use Authorization Application Process

2025 Commercial Use Authorizations applications will be accepted and processed through the National Park Service servicewide online application system.

 

Learn More

Commercial Use Authorization FAQs

 

Looking to apply for a CUA in the 2024 Cycle?

If you are interesting in applying for a Commercial Use Authorization for 2024, please contact the permit coordinator. 

 

Purpose of Commercial Use Authorization Fees

Commercial Use Authorization fees allow the park to recover the costs of administering and managing the CUA program. CUA Application fees are used to fund supplies and staff time to process CUA paperwork, communicate with CUA holders, and manage the CUA program. Managment fees are used to fund supplies and staff time associated with monitoring CUA compliance, permit conditions, etc.

 

Contact

Permit Coordinator
Upper Delaware S&RR
Beach Lake, PA 18405
[phone]