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2026 Fee Increases

San Marcos

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.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Modest increases for builders and fee payers, e.g. single-family impact fees rising from $6.70 to $6.88 per square foot.

✅Who benefits

The general fund — fee revenue keeps pace with the real cost of services and infrastructure instead of falling short.

⚠️Who could be affected

Developers and residents paying building or user fees face slightly higher charges.

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