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Poulsbo staff propose 50% impact‑fee discount for ADUs, contingent rules for utilities and external units
Summary
City staff proposed fee and general facilities charge rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) designed to comply with state law while protecting utility ratepayers. Staff recommended a 50% discount for some impact fees, reduced plan‑review charges for permit‑ready plans, and full charges where separate utilities or meter upsizing is required.
City engineering and planning staff presented a package of fee recommendations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at a Poulsbo council workshop on July 2 designed to align with recent state law while protecting the city’s utility finances.
Why it matters: The Washington Legislature limited how local governments may charge for ADUs. Poulsbo staff said their proposal aims to encourage ADU construction as a form of middle housing while ensuring utility general facility charges (GFCs) and stormwater fees remain adequate to support infrastructure.
Staff proposal (summary): - Charge up to 50% of transportation and parks impact fees for ADUs where state law caps apply; this mirrors nearby jurisdictions. - General facilities charges for water and sewer would usually not apply when an ADU can be served off an existing meter; if a separate service or meter upsizing is…
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