Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 79 Public Lands - Section 79.22.060 Transfer, disposal of lands without public auction -- Requirements

§ 79.22.060. Transfer, disposal of lands without public auction -- Requirements

(1) With the approval of the board, the department may directly transfer or dispose of state forest lands without public auction, if such lands consist of ten contiguous acres or less, or have a value of twenty-five thousand dollars or less. Such disposal may only occur in the following circumstances:

(a) Transfers in lieu of condemnation; and

(b) Transfers to resolve trespass and property ownership disputes.

(2) Real property to be transferred or disposed of under this section shall be transferred or disposed of only after appraisal and for at least fair market value, and only if such transaction is in the best interest of the state or affected trust.

(3) The proceeds from real property transferred or disposed of under this section shall be deposited into the park land trust revolving fund and be solely used to buy replacement land within the same county as the property transferred or disposed.

[2003 c 334 § 221; 2000 c 148 § 3. Formerly RCW 76.12.125.]

Notes:
     Intent -- 2003 c 334: See note following RCW 79.02.010.

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