Supreme Court Declines to Clarify Land Use Impact Fee Calculation Method

The U.S. Supreme Court has chosen not to hear a follow-up case to its 2024 Sheetz ruling, leaving unresolved the method for calculating development impact fees. This decision means the Court will not clarify whether broad mathematical formulas or project-specific assessments should be used. The lack of definitive guidance could lead to continued uncertainty for developers and local governments regarding land use regulations and costs.