Jackson County roads staff propose $361 utility permit fee to cover right‑of‑way work
Roads and Parks Department staff proposed charging a $361 utility permit fee for major right‑of‑way utility work, citing a time‑and‑position study and a high share of utility permits (about 85%). Emergency repairs and routine maintenance would be exempt; commissioners supported moving forward with implementation discussions.
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County roads officials proposed a new utility permit fee at a May 5, 2026 Jackson County Board of Commissioners work session, saying the charge would recover staff costs associated with permitting and oversight of major utility work in county right‑of‑way.
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