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Board approves two‑year phase‑in of Linden Tahoe Airport hangar rent increases
Summary
Douglas County adopted a resolution to raise Linden Tahoe Airport rents and fees to reach fair market value, phased over two years with a first‑year 7¢ per square foot increase and a second‑year adjustment; the board approved the change unanimously.
The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 2025‑R‑38, setting a new rate structure for rents, administrative fees and fines at the Linden Tahoe Airport and phasing a move to fair market hangar rents over two years.
Airport Manager Heather MacDonnell told the board a market evaluation completed in late 2024 showed county rates lagged market comparables. Because the immediate increase would be large for tenants, the Airport Advisory Committee recommended splitting the adjustment. Under the adopted plan, rents will remain below estimated fair market value for the first year, with a 7‑cent per square‑foot increase effective July 1, 2025, and the remaining increase taking effect July 1, 2026.
MacDonnell said the airport currently has a waiting list of 105 people for hangars; the county will begin charging a $25 annual administrative fee to remain on that list and will validate and purge inactive entries. MacDonnell told commissioners the advisory committee voted to split the increase into two years to ease tenant impact.
Commissioners stressed the importance of annual fee reviews to avoid large catch‑up increases. Commissioner Gardner asked the airport to return with regular fee reviews so the county does not fall behind market rates in future years. The resolution also adds certain administrative fees and aligns the airport's charge policy with federal grant obligations.
Motion and vote: Commissioner Tolbert moved adoption of Resolution 2025‑R‑38; the motion was seconded and carried unanimously.
What it means: Tenants will see a modest first‑year increase on July 1, 2025, with a follow‑on adjustment in 2026 to reach the full move to fair market rates. The waiting‑list administrative fee and list validation process may reduce the list size and prioritize active applicants.
