This bill amends Section 67-8204 of the Idaho Code to update the minimum standards and requirements for development impact fees ordinances. Key changes include the clarification of language, such as replacing "which" with "that," and specifying that governmental entities "shall" collect development impact fees rather than "may." The bill outlines the conditions under which development impact fees can be imposed, including the requirement that fees be based on actual system improvement costs and that they must be collected at specific points in the development process. Additionally, it establishes a process for developers to request individual assessments of fees and provides for appeals regarding development impact fees.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision requiring counties that impose development impact fees for courthouses or jails to have cities within the county collect these fees. It also emphasizes that development impact fees must only be spent on the specific system improvements for which they were collected and includes provisions for exemptions and refunds. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 67-8204