This bill amends RCW 82.02.050 to enhance the framework for the collection and use of school impact fees by counties, cities, and towns in Washington State. It establishes a system for the deferred collection of impact fees for single-family residential construction, allowing applicants to request deferrals until certain milestones, such as final inspection or the closing of the first sale of the property. The bill also mandates that a deferred impact fee lien be recorded against the property, ensuring that the fees are paid before final inspections or occupancy certifications are granted. Additionally, it introduces provisions for the modernization of school facilities to comply with safety and efficiency standards if the 10-year timeline for expending impact fees is nearing completion.

Furthermore, the bill allows school districts under specific financial conditions to utilize up to 25% of collected impact fees for operational and maintenance purposes, subject to oversight. It repeals RCW 82.02.110, which previously governed the extension of school impact fees, thereby streamlining the regulations surrounding their use. Overall, the bill aims to ensure that new developments contribute fairly to the costs of public facilities while providing flexibility in fee collection and usage to support school district operations during financial oversight periods.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 82.02.050, 82.02.110