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Planning board debates impact fees, exactions and staffing needs; requests cost analysis
Summary
Board members discussed whether to pursue impact fees or raise permit fees, requested a cost analysis and proposed inviting town finance staff and neighboring towns to advise on implementation and administrative burden.
Swansea Planning Board members discussed whether the town should pursue impact fees or increase its current permitting fees at the May 8 meeting, and asked staff to return with a cost analysis and stakeholder input.
Board members noted the town’s current permit fees are low and suggested raising them to help fund municipal needs. Some members said impact fees — a one-time…
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