STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31143 / H0487
The bill proposes a change to Chapter 3, Title 61, Idaho Code that governs the Public Utility Commission.
Specifically, addressing the utility agreements between a Public Utility and the developer, property owners
and public utility customer. When a land use is platted, the developer is required to enter an agreement to
provide certain easements and standard construction requirements for the end user. An example would include
underground sewer and water delivery to platted lots. This legislation provides that the developer, builder, or
customer entering into an agreement with the utility company, can rely on that agreement, even if there is a
change in ownership of the utility company. It further empowers the Public Utility Commission to resolve
complaints within 45 days, thus avoiding long delays that can impact the financing costs and viability of the
developer, builder, and customer.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation causes no additional expenditure of funds at the state or local level of government, nor does it
cause an increase or decrease in revenue for state or local government, therefore the legislation has no fiscal
impact.
Contact:
Representative Lance W. Clow
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/06/2024, 9:37 AM