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Commission discusses Neighborhood Revitalization Program tweaks to attract developers
Summary
Commissioners and staff discussed allowing developers to receive Neighborhood Revitalization Program tax rebates (instead of only property owners) for new construction or rehabilitations to encourage medium- and low-income housing development; no ordinance change was adopted but staff sought direction to continue discussion with the county.
Fort Scott commissioners on Feb. 4 reviewed the Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and discussed wording changes to allow developers the option to receive tax-rebate proceeds for qualifying residential, commercial, or historic property improvements.
Staff explained the current state-regulated NRP structure and noted the city’s existing program offers…
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