> six figures in permit costs This is exactly what cities should be doing to grow in a smart way: collect those fees to improve city infrastructure, to accommo

> six figures in permit costs This is exactly what cities should be doing to grow in a smart way: collect those fees to improve city infrastructure, to accommodate the new housing (and business). Improve transportation! Widen roads, add bike lanes. Add schools and parks and libraries. Add water/sewer/electrical/internet that connect to the developments -- that isn't free. How else are these paid for?