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SB 99

Authorizes, under certain circumstances, certain governing bodies of a city or county to impose linkage fees on certain developers. (BDR 22-373)

2025 Regular Session

Nevada bill allowing cities/counties to impose developer linkage fees for affordable housing was vetoed by Governor, blocking local affordable housing funding mechanism.

Vetoed by the Governor. Returned to Senate with Governor's veto message.
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Bill Summary · SB 99

Legislative bill overview

SB 99 would have allowed Nevada cities and counties to impose "linkage fees" on developers—charges that fund affordable housing or other community benefits tied to new development projects. The bill permitted local governing bodies to implement these fees under specified circumstances, giving municipalities a tool to address housing affordability challenges through developer contributions.

Why is this important

Linkage fees are a policy mechanism cities use to offset the demand for affordable housing created by new commercial or residential development. Nevada's rapid growth has strained affordable housing supplies, making this a practical concern for local governments. However, the Governor's veto indicates disagreement with this approach to addressing housing or development policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Developer impact: Opponents likely argued linkage fees increase construction costs and development risk, potentially reducing new projects or raising housing prices for end buyers
  • Local authority vs. state concerns: The veto suggests the Governor may have had concerns about expanding local taxing/fee authority or preferred a different state-level approach to affordable housing
  • Economic competitiveness: Concerns that fees could drive development to competing jurisdictions with lower regulatory burdens

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

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