Land Use & Zoning
Impact fees charged by North Carolina municipalities for new development are intended to:
APunish developers for building
BFund public infrastructure improvements necessitated by new development✓ Correct
CGenerate profit for the municipality
DReduce the tax burden on existing residents permanently
Explanation
Development impact fees are charged to developers to offset the costs of public infrastructure (roads, schools, utilities) required to serve new development.
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