The bill amends RCW 84.48.150 to update the procedures for property assessment appeals in Washington. It requires assessors to provide taxpayers with a compilation of comparable sales used in property valuation upon request. The timeframe for the assessor to make this information available is adjusted from "twenty-one" to "28" business days prior to the taxpayer's appearance before the board of equalization. Additionally, if the assessor finds new evidence that supports a change in valuation, they must provide this evidence to the taxpayer and the board at least 28 business days before the hearing. Taxpayers are also restricted from changing their listed comparable sales unless they present new evidence, which must be submitted in a timely manner.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new section stating that these updated appeal procedures will apply to petitions filed on or after July 1, 2026. This change aims to enhance transparency and fairness in the property assessment appeal process by ensuring both parties have adequate time to prepare and present their cases.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 84.48.150