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Lyon County to ask staff for capital plan after presentation on impact fees
Summary
After a presentation on impact fees and their legal basis, Lyon County commissioners directed staff to study a capital improvements plan and report back on whether an impact‑fee program is warranted in growth pressure areas; motion passed 5‑0.
Lyon County commissioners on Thursday directed county staff to prepare a capital improvements plan and evaluate an impact‑fee program after a presentation arguing the tool would shift the cost of growth away from existing residents.
Chris Molina, outside counsel advising on planning issues, told the board Lyon County currently lacks an impact‑fee program and described impact fees as “a responsible, proven strategy for managing growth” that funds capacity‑expanding infrastructure such as roads, water and sewer. He cited state statutory authority in NRS Chapter 278B and U.S. Supreme…
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