REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31576 / S1403
This legislation is the result of a cooperative effort by local government and other stakeholders. Impact areas
are areas outside city limits where cities plan growth in the near future. This legislation acknowledges the
respective jurisdiction of the counties and the cities and seeks to balance their interests. The bill provides
criteria for impact area boundary decisions, establishes a two-mile distance standard and provides a five year
planning time frame for impact areas. It promotes cooperation between counties and cities in determining
impact area boundaries but makes it clear that the jurisdiction and decision regarding the impact area boundary
remains with the county. It also provides for a focused and timely process for the court to review decisions
when a county and city disagree.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation should not have a significant fiscal impact on the state because this is primarily a local
government issue. This process for the cities and counties is more streamlined which should save time and
resources. It requires more regular review of impact areas which may involve more local staff time if there are
major changes proposed but the review does not require that any adjustments be made. Most impact areas are
successfully negotiated but if there is a disagreement and a request for review there would be additional time
for the court and legal counsel to review the decision. A fiscal impact is difficult to determine as the impacts
are dependent on specific decisions by the local entities involved.
Contact:
Senator Todd M. Lakey
(208) 332-1000
Representative Dustin Manwaring
(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 REVISED: 03/14/2024, 4:27 PM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 67-6509, 67-6526