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HB 453

Anne Arundel County - Development Impact Fees

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Pruski

Anne Arundel County gains authority to charge development impact fees on new construction to fund growth-related infrastructure improvements.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 473
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Bill Summary · HB 453

Legislative bill overview

HB 453 authorizes Anne Arundel County to establish and collect development impact fees on new residential and commercial construction projects. These fees are intended to fund infrastructure improvements necessitated by growth, including roads, schools, water systems, and other public facilities. The bill grants the county authority to set fee schedules based on the type and size of development.

Why is this important

Development impact fees directly affect housing costs, commercial real estate investment, and county infrastructure capacity. They represent a shift in who bears the financial burden of growth-related infrastructure—developers and new residents rather than existing taxpayers. This mechanism influences development patterns, affordability, and the county's ability to manage rapid growth without overburdening existing services.

Potential points of contention

  • Housing affordability impact: Impact fees increase development costs, which developers typically pass to buyers/renters, potentially reducing housing accessibility in a competitive market
  • Economic competitiveness: Fees may discourage development and business relocation to Anne Arundel County compared to neighboring jurisdictions without such fees
  • Fee structure equity: How fees are calculated (uniform vs. tiered by location/project type) affects whether costs are distributed fairly across different types of development and neighborhoods

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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