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Stormwater Utility Fee and Development Review Fee Adjustments
Raleigh
Summary
Staff proposed a 25-cent monthly increase to the stormwater utility fee and sweeping increases to development review fees to bring cost recovery closer to 100%.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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Last discussed Mar 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Increases stormwater utility revenue to approximately $45 million for FY2027.
✅Who benefits
Residents across the city who benefit from expanded green stormwater infrastructure and flood mitigation projects.
⚠️Who could be affected
Developers and commercial property owners facing higher plan review and permit fees.
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