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RCW 82.59.005 Findings.
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The legislature finds that: (1) Many cities in Washington are actively planning for growth under the growth management act, chapter 36.70A RCW, and through tax incentives, the private market can assist Washington in meeting its housing goals; (2) Many downtown centers lack availa…
RCW 82.59.007 Purpose.
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It is the purpose of this chapter to encourage the redevelopment of underutilized commercial property in targeted urban areas, thereby increasing affordable housing, employment opportunities, and helping accomplish the other planning goals of Washington cities. The legislative au…
RCW 82.59.010 Definitions.
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The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) "Affordable housing" means: (a) Homeownership housing intended for owner occupancy to low-income households whose monthly housing costs, including utilities other than…
RCW 82.59.020 Sales and use tax deferral program—Creation.
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(1) For the purpose of creating a sales and use tax deferral program for conversion of a commercial building to provide affordable housing under this chapter, the governing authority must adopt a resolution of intention to create a sales and use tax deferral program as generally …