Developers are responsible for infrastructure improvements, but many opt for "in-lieu" fees to avoid costs, leading to significant delays and increased city backlogs.
The San Jose Public Works Department collected about $2.4 million in in-lieu fees this fiscal year, reaching almost $6 million, yet project backlogs continue to grow.
Developers can choose to pay in-lieu fees or build improvements themselves, but this often results in delays as the city waits for sufficient funds.
City officials provide assessments of fees for projects, giving developers a choice that can lead to challenging the costs and potentially prolonging infrastructure implementation.
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