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LEARN MORE CITY OF STAR IMPACT FEES WHAT IS AN IMPACT FEE? An impact fee is a one-time charge assessed to new development to help pay for the increased demand on public facilities and services, such as parks and police. WHY IS THE CITY ADOPTING/UPDATING IMPACT FEES? To ensure that new growth helps fund the parks, pathways, and police infrastructure needed to maintain the current service levels for all residents. WHAT WILL THE FEES PAY FOR? Various parks, pathways, and police projects, as outlined in the Capital Improvement Plans. WILL THESE FEES INCREASE TAXES? No. Impact fees are paid by new development, not by existing residents. IS THIS LEGAL? Yes. The fees are authorized by Idaho Code Title 67, Chapter 82 and based on a City- approved Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). WHEN WILL THE FEE GO INTO EFFECT? The fee is expected to go into effect in early 2026, pending City Council approval. Typically, this will be 30 days after the approval. HOW CAN I LEARN MORE? Visit the City of Star website Come to the Public Hearing December 2, 2025 City Council Meeting Come to the Ordinance Adoption January 6, 2025 City Council Meeting IMPACT FEES 101 IMPACT FEES 101