Charging for GIS data in Idaho is a challenging issue, due in part to hazy or even conflicting state statutes. For example, Statute 31-875 authorizes counties to recuperate costs, while Statute 9-338 denies public agencies the ability to withhold data when requested.
For more references on this subject:
An article was published by the Idaho Business Review in 2006 on the inconsistencies of data charging statewide. A white paper by Bruce Joffe exploring data distribution policies.
While it may not be possible to come to a consensus on standardized pricing for geospatial data, EIRGIS is exploring options and watching as related events unfold and new information comes along.
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