Summary
Development impact fees rise 2.7% and user fees 3.2% to keep pace with inflation — for example, single-family impact fees go from $6.70 to $6.88 per square foot. The city says it's just covering costs, not profiting.
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Modest increases for builders and fee payers, e.g. single-family impact fees rising from $6.70 to $6.88 per square foot.
The general fund — fee revenue keeps pace with the real cost of services and infrastructure instead of falling short.
Developers and residents paying building or user fees face slightly higher charges.
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