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Local governments’ use of DIFs has evolved substantially over recent decades. Although at times complex and challenging, the underlying DIF principles are defined better now than ever. For public agencies new to DIFs, a substantial body of literature and case examples exist—some of which appear in this primer—that can help guide a DIF implementation process. Due to their focus on off-site improvements for new developments, DIFs can serve local governments as a reliable, local infrastructure funding source that will accommodate growth. Together with development agreements, DIFs represent one of the most powerful and robust VC techniques at public agencies’ disposal to help fund transportation infrastructure improvements.