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Review of Proposed Development Impact Fee Updates

Original title: Receive and file the presentation regarding the DIF Nexus Study Update and discuss and provide feedback to staff on the methodology, infrastructure project lists, and fee calculations included in the Public Review Draft DIF Nexus Study.

Record date · June 9, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Council is scheduled to review and provide feedback on a draft study that updates Development Impact Fees (DIF). This study outlines the methodology, infrastructure projects, and fee calculations that will determine future costs for new development in the city.

Why it matters

The outcome of this study will determine the fees developers must pay to the city for new construction, which directly influences the cost of housing and commercial development projects.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Property Developers

Developers are subject to the impact fees calculated based on the methodology and project lists defined in the study.

Indirectly affected

City Residents

Residents are affected by the infrastructure projects funded by these fees and the potential impact of fee changes on local housing costs.

Key Facts

The City Council is reviewing the 'Public Review Draft DIF Nexus Study'.
The study includes proposed updates to the methodology for calculating development fees.
The study contains a list of infrastructure projects intended to be funded by these fees.
The study includes specific fee calculations for new development.

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The item is currently listed on the Consent Calendar.
The file number for this agenda item is 26-323.
The item was introduced on June 1, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a DIF Nexus Study?

A is a technical report that establishes the legal and financial connection between new development and the need for new or expanded public infrastructure.

Will my development fees change?

The study is currently in a draft phase for review and feedback; final fee changes depend on the Council's eventual adoption of the study's recommendations.

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Infrastructure Funding Update

The city is actively updating its nexus study, indicating a potential shift in how infrastructure projects are prioritized or funded through development fees.

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OrganizationCity Council“The governing body reviewing the study and providing feedback.”Map →

other26-323“The file number assigned to this agenda item.”Map →

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