Raleigh impact fees to jump in June

A sliding scale for the fees would require developers of larger homes to pay more, while those building smaller homes would pay less.

Raleigh's Planning Commission last week recommended that the city phase in the higher fees for new development over four years, citing the sluggish economy.

Councilman Philip Isley agreed with the commission Tuesday, casting the lone vote against the higher fees. The city should maintain its existing fee structure because of poor economic conditions, he said.

Raleigh has had some of the lowest impact fees in the Triangle, and Meeker has said the higher charges would bring the city more into line with those charged in Cary and Apex.