School Facilities Fee (Level 1) - Bret Harte Union HSD + Mark Twain Union ESD (combined)

“It is a requirement of AB 1600 that the District identify the purpose of the fee. The purpose of fees being levied shall be used for the replacement and/or modernization of school facilities.”

“As stated in the District's Facilities Needs Assessment completed in 2022 by Persinger Architects, the District plans to modernize facilities including the improvement of exterior play and drop off areas, updating HVAC systems, and providing new modular restroom buildings with developer fees. Projects will be funded as developer fee revenue is generated.”

“Education Code Section 17620(a)(1) states the following: "The governing board of any school district is authorized to levy a fee, charge, dedication, or other requirement against any construction within the boundaries of the district, for the purpose of funding the construction or reconstruction of school facilities, subject to any limitations set forth in Chapter 4.9 (commencing with Section 65995) of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code…\”

“States that fees are to be collected at the time of occupancy unless the district can justify earlier collection. The fees can be collected at the time the building permit is issued if the district has established a developer fee account and funds have been appropriated for which the district has adopted a proposed construction schedule or plan prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy.”

“Exempts from fees - development used exclusively for religious purposes, private schools, and government-owned development.”

“Section 66001 (e) provides that the local agency shall refund to the current record owners of the development project or projects on a prorated basis the unexpended or uncommitted portion of the fees and any accrued interest for which the local agency is unable to make the findings required by Section 66001 (d) that it still needs the fees.”