Land Use & Zoning
In Washington, an 'impact fee' charged to developers for new development:
AIs a fine for environmental violations
BFunds public infrastructure (roads, parks, schools) needed to serve new development✓ Correct
CIs the same as a building permit fee
DIs only charged for commercial development
Explanation
Impact fees are charges imposed on new development to fund the proportionate share of public infrastructure improvements (roads, parks, schools, utilities) required to accommodate the increased demand generated by new development.
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