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System Development Charges

System Development Charges are one time fees collected when new construction occurs in a community. They help fund public infrastructure improvements that are necessary as a result of new development. In Springfield, these charges support stormwater, wastewater, transportation, and parks expansions. The City of Springfield collects park SDCs for Willamalane so the district can fund new park development, path and trail expansions, and park improvements that serve more people.

In 2023, Willamalane updated its 20-Year Comprehensive Plan, which outlines a series of projects that best serve the community. SDCs are one of the funding tools that can help deliver these projects. 

Examples of Willamalane projects SDCs supported

Project Update: Public Hearing Notice

A public hearing was held for the SDC project on January 8, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Bob Keefer Center. Supporting materials for this hearing are here: 

SDC Methodology Update

To ensure that Willamalane’s methods, rates, and processes related to SDCs are current, the district is updating its methodology. Check this page for project updates, timelines, and documents.

Project Timeline

Please note that the public hearing has been postponed until January.

Draft Methodology

This draft methodology establishes the maximum rate that Willamalane is allowed to charge based on projected growth and level of service. Per ORS 223.304 a draft methodology must be made available at least 60 days prior to the first hearing.

Current SDC Documents

Future Planning

Other Resources

Questions?

If you have questions about this project, please contact Willamalane Senior Planner Kristina Boe.