Shawnee pitches new TIF district to support infrastructure upgrades

SHAWNEE, Kan. — The City of Shawnee could soon create a new special tax district to support future infrastructure upgrades…. Unlike TIF districts requested by developers, the city will consider creating a conservation TIF district. The state defines conservation districts as areas in which at least 50% of buildings are more than 35 years old, that are not yet blighted, but could become blighted due to inadequate infrastructure, dilapidation or the deterioration of surrounding structures. … Revenue generated by the TIF district would be earmarked for infrastructure improvements …
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