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Fee waiver for Gardens at White Mountain affordable housing

Summary

A developer asked the city to waive about $250,000 in fees for a 48-unit affordable housing project facing a $2 million budget gap. Councilors worry about setting a precedent and shifting costs to ratepayers, but acknowledge the need for affordable housing. The request was tabled while the city develops a fair process for such asks.

At a glance

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Last discussed Aug 18, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

About $250,000 in foregone city fee revenue, part of a $2 million project funding gap.

✅Who benefits

Future low- and moderate-income renters if the 48-unit project ultimately proceeds.

⚠️Who could be affected

Taxpayers and utility ratepayers would effectively absorb the waived fees, and nearby residents fear added traffic on Arthur Avenue.

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