Land Use & Zoning
What is 'impact fee' in Delaware local government planning?
AA penalty for violating zoning regulations
BA fee charged to developers to fund public infrastructure made necessary by the new development (roads, schools, parks)✓ Correct
CA fee for conducting an environmental impact assessment
DA fee paid by buyers at closing to fund local government services
Explanation
An impact fee is a one-time charge assessed against new development to fund the capital improvements (roads, schools, parks, utilities) required to serve the new development, ensuring growth pays its own way.
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