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Regulatory Fees vs Taxes: When Local Government Impositions Are Valid
The Supreme Court clarifies the distinction between regulatory fees and taxes in local ordinances, and the burden of proving invalidity.
Jun 27, 2012tax exemptioneducational institutionsregulatory feesbuilding permitlocal governmentreal property tax
Regulatory Fees vs Tax Exemption: What Educational Institutions Must Know
The Supreme Court clarifies when educational institutions are exempt from government impositions, distinguishing regulatory fees from taxes.