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Commissioner proposes waiving environmental health fees to encourage local investment; staff warn of costs
Summary
Commissioner Higdon proposed waiving environmental health and related inspection fees for people who build homes or businesses, estimating a $200,000–$300,000 annual cost; Health Director Kathy McGaha cautioned about staff workload and record-scanning status.
Commissioner Higdon told the Macon County Board on Oct. 8 that he will present a proposal next month to waive environmental health fees, certain well fees and building inspection fees for people who invest locally by building homes, businesses or tiny homes. Higdon said the intent is to incentivize local investment and estimated the…
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