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Infrastructure funding framework for growth areas

Lexington

Summary

A committee report outlined a plan to fund roads, water, and sewer for new development using impact fees and a 'privilege fee' model where developers build regional infrastructure and get reimbursed by future benefiting developments.

At a glance

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Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Could shift growth-related infrastructure costs onto developers instead of general taxpayers, though details are still being drafted.

✅Who benefits

Existing taxpayers benefit if new growth pays more of its own infrastructure costs.

⚠️Who could be affected

Developers and new homebuyers could face higher costs that may be passed on in home prices.

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