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State Land Use Enacted Legislation

Bill # State Year Party Topic

SB 6231

WA 2020 D Accessory dwelling units regulations, Tax Incentives

Provided by Furman

Summary

  • Exempts the cost of constructing an accessory dwelling unit from property taxes for three years after completion of the ADU.
  • ADU may be either attached to or within the single-family dwelling or a detached unit on the same real property to qualify for the exemption.
  • The Department of Revenue must work with county assessors to evaluate the home improvement exemption and report their findings to the Legislature by November 15, 2020. Review must include analysis of the types of properties and the value of exempt improvements by geographic area to develop a better understanding of the exemption.

Provided by lawmakers

Bill Title

property tax exemption for physical improvements to single-family dwellings (ADUs)

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