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Council told to schedule hearing on new school impact-fee formula as state law changes take effect
Summary
Staff recommended the council adopt an interim change so South Kitsap School District can move from a per-unit fee to a square-footage basis consistent with 2023 state law; staff recommended a July 1 effective date and a public hearing April 8.
City planning staff told the Port Orchard City Council on March 18 that state law changes require the city and South Kitsap School District to revise school impact fees.
The presentation described two 2023 state law changes: Senate Bill 5258, which requires certain impact fees to be based on unit square footage, number of bedrooms or trips; and House Bill 1337, which caps impact fees for accessory dwelling units at 50% of the principal unit’s fee. Staff said the city’s interlocal agreement with South Kitsap School District requires cooperation: the district adopts the capital…
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