§ 79.13.110 — Types of lease authorization.

Washington § 79.13.110

• Jurisdiction: Washington
• Title 79: PUBLIC LANDS
• Ch. 79.13: LAND LEASES

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(1) The department may authorize the use of state land by lease at state auction for initial leases or by negotiation for existing leases.

(2) Leases that authorize commercial, industrial, or residential uses may be entered into by public auction or negotiations at the option of the department. Negotiations are subject to rules approved by the board.

(3) Leases to public agencies, as defined in RCW 79.17.200 , may be entered into by negotiations. Property subject to lease agreements under this section must be appraised at fair market value. The leases may allow for a lump sum payment for the entire term of the lease at the beginning of the lease. The department shall calculate lump sum payments using professional appraisal standards. Renewal terms for the leases must include provisions for calculating appropriate payments upon renewal.

Savings — Severability — 2007 c 504: See notes following RCW 79.13.010 .

Intent — 2003 c 334: See note following RCW 79.02.010 .

Legislative History

[2007 c 504 s 3;2003 c 334 s 368.]