The proposed bill would update current statutes regarding municipal development fees by introducing new provisions and clarifying existing regulations. Under existing law, municipalities can assess development fees based on various criteria, but the bill would prohibit municipalities from distinguishing between single-family residential developments based on the size of the dwelling unit or number of bedrooms unless such fees were adopted prior to the bill's effective date. It would also allow municipalities to continue making such distinctions in updates to development fees adopted before the effective date. Additionally, the bill would specify that new or increased development fees cannot be assessed for 24 months after the effective date of the ordinance if no changes are made to the approved site plan or subdivision plat. Moreover, the bill would allow municipalities to assess development fees for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) with specific limitations on water and wastewater fees, as well as other necessary public services, while removing certain existing definitions and requirements related to ADUs. It also includes technical and conforming changes to streamline the assessment process and updates the advisory committee's composition requirements. Overall, these changes aim to enhance clarity and fairness in the development fee assessment process while ensuring municipalities can effectively fund necessary public services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-463.05, 9-511.01, 11-1102, 9-500.05, 9-461.18, 19-142
House Engrossed Version: 9-463.05, 9-511.01, 9-500.05, 9-461.18
Senate Engrossed Version: 9-463.05, 9-499.15, 9-511.01, 9-500.05, 48-572
Chaptered Version: 9-463.05, 9-499.15, 9-511.01, 9-500.05, 48-572