NC H624

Creates a uniform statewide system for water and sewer development fees in North Carolina, effective October 1, 2017, replacing all local acts granting such authority.

Allows water/sewer systems to charge two components: (1) charges for existing infrastructure when new customers connect, and (2) charges for future system needs with a reasonable relationship to service impact; fees cannot include personnel or overhead costs.

Requires annual review and publication of fee formulas in budget ordinances, with fees segregated and used only for repairs, maintenance, expansion, or construction—never for overhead or general fund transfer.

Restricts fee collection to real property not previously served by the system or developers agreeing to pay fees under development agreements.

Establishes a three-year statute of limitations for refund claims of improperly imposed fees and requires governing bodies to determine claim validity within 90 days, with civil action available if refunds are denied.