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SB 6285

Ensuring the timely and balanced use of impact fees.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by John Braun and 2 co-sponsors

SB 6285 establishes timely spending and balanced allocation requirements for impact fees collected by local governments from new development projects.

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 1:30 PM.
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Bill Summary · SB 6285

Legislative bill overview

SB 6285 addresses the collection, management, and expenditure of impact fees—charges imposed on new development to fund infrastructure improvements needed to serve that growth. The bill seeks to establish requirements ensuring these fees are used in a timely manner and allocated in a balanced way across different infrastructure categories and geographic areas.

Why is this important

Impact fees significantly affect housing affordability and development costs. Delays in spending collected fees or imbalanced allocation can either unnecessarily inflate housing prices or leave some communities without promised infrastructure improvements. Clear timelines and balanced use requirements could reduce developer uncertainty while ensuring taxpayers see promised improvements.

Potential points of contention

  • Development industry concerns: Strict spending timelines may pressure local governments to complete projects inefficiently or force premature spending on less-needed infrastructure, potentially raising costs
  • Local government flexibility: Municipalities may argue that rigid timelines prevent them from responding to changing community needs or market conditions, constraining their planning autonomy
  • Equity and geography: "Balanced use" requirements could conflict with actual infrastructure needs, preventing targeted investment in high-growth areas where fees are typically highest collected

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

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