Washington HB1488 amends revenue limitations for conservation districts, setting maximum rates and charges for landowners.

Washington HB1488 modifies the revenue limitations for conservation districts, establishing maximum annual per acre and per parcel rates. The bill allows county legislative authorities to approve conservation district revenues by setting rates and charges, which can be an alternative to special assessments. The maximum annual per acre rate is set at 10 cents, with a per parcel rate of up to $5, increasing to $10 or $15 depending on county population. Forestlands are exempt from per parcel charges but may be subject to a per owner charge of up to $3.

Washington HB1488 amends revenue limitations for conservation districts, setting maximum rates and charges for landowners.

Washington HB1488 modifies the revenue limitations for conservation districts, establishing maximum annual per acre and per parcel rates. The bill allows county legislative authorities to approve conservation district revenues by setting rates and charges, which can be an alternative to special assessments. The maximum annual per acre rate is set at 10 cents, with a per parcel rate of up to $5, increasing to $10 or $15 depending on county population. Forestlands are exempt from per parcel charges but may be subject to a per owner charge of up to $3.