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Archives for August 7, 2026

Judge Rules Palm Coast’s Doubling of Impact Fees Illegal, a Devastating Blow to City’s Revenue and Victory for Builders

August 7, 2026 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

Daniel Webster, representing the Flagler Home Builders Association, arguing the HBA case at the lectern before Circuit Judge Sandra Upchurch this morning. The HBA's Annamaria Long is to the right. Jared Gainey, representing the city, is seated to the left of Webster. (© FlaglerLive)

In a devastating blow to Palm Coast government, a judge this morning ruled that the city’s doubling of development impact fees in 2025 violates a state law that forbids local governments from imposing restrictive development regulations. 

The Daily Cartoon and Live Briefing: Friday, August 7, 2026

August 7, 2026 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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