This bill aims to promote agritourism in Washington by introducing a new section to chapter 19.27 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW). It specifies that agricultural buildings utilized for agritourism activities, as defined in RCW 4.24.830, will not be required to adhere to the building code standards typically applicable to commercial building permits. However, these buildings must still comply with all life and fire safety requirements.

The exemption from commercial building permit standards applies only if the agricultural building is used for agritourism activities for six months or less each year. This legislative change is intended to encourage the use of agricultural properties for tourism-related activities while ensuring essential safety measures are maintained.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 36.70A.177