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A property owner who wishes to propose a project for a multifamily property tax exemption shall comply with the following procedures as per RCW 84.14.050:

A. Prior to any construction of tax-exempt project elements, the applicant shall submit an application to the planning director, on a form established by the planning director, along with required application fees.

B. A complete application shall contain such information as the planning director may deem necessary or useful, and shall include:

1. A brief written description of the project setting forth the grounds for the exemption and identifying the number and type of income-restricted units in the proposed project, if applicable;

2. Preliminary schematic site and floor plans of the multifamily units and the structure(s) in which they are proposed to be located;

3. A statement from the owner acknowledging the potential tax liability when the project ceases to be eligible under this chapter; and

4. Verification by oath or affirmation of the information submitted.

C. For rehabilitation projects, the applicant shall secure verification of property noncompliance under EMC Title 16 and shall also submit an affidavit that existing dwelling units have been unoccupied for a period of twelve months prior to filing the application. (Ord. 3954-23 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2023; Ord. 3635-18 § 2, 2018. Formerly 3.78.060.)