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Open Space Tax Program
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Thurston County
Benefits provided:
Financial
Land use:
Agriculture, Forest
Water-focused program:
No
Receive property tax benefits for rural undeveloped land.
Overview
Description:
Owners of five acres or more acres, not including any residential home sites, may apply for a reduction of their County property taxes in exchange for maintaining their land in a rural, undeveloped state. The reduction is a percentage determined by a point system.
Eligibility:
Please see provided link to discover eligibility criteria.
Financial benefit:
Lower property taxes
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
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