Land Use & Zoning

What is 'impact fees' in Idaho land use and what purpose do they serve?

AFees charged for property tax appeals
BOne-time fees assessed on new development to fund the cost of public infrastructure needed to serve the development✓ Correct
CFees for environmental impact studies
DPenalties for zoning violations

Explanation

Impact fees are one-time charges on new development to offset the cost of expanding public infrastructure (roads, water, sewer, parks, schools) required to serve the new development. Idaho Code §67-8201 authorizes impact fees.

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