Washington § 35.90.030 - Licenses issued under business license act — Fee structures — License renewal — Penalty accommodation — Inconsistent ordinances.

Full text of Washington Revised Code of Washington § 35.90.030 — Licenses issued under business license act — Fee structures — License renewal — Penalty accommodation — Inconsistent ordinances., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 35.90.030. Licenses issued under business license act — Fee structures — License renewal — Penalty accommodation — Inconsistent ordinances.

(1) A general business license that must be issued and renewed through the business licensing service in accordance with chapter 19.02 RCW is subject to the provisions of this section.
(2)(a) A city has broad authority to impose a fee structure as provided by RCW 35.22.280, 35.23.440, and 35A.82.020. However, any fee structure selected by a city must be within the department's technical ability to administer. The department has the sole discretion to determine if it can administer a city's fee structure.
(b) If the department is unable to administer a city's fee structure, the city must work with the department to adopt a fee structure that is administrable by the department. If a city fails to comply with this subsection (2)(b), it may not enforce its general business licensing requirements on any person until the effective date of a fee structure that is administrable by the department.
(3) A general business license may not be renewed more frequently than once per year except that the department may require a more frequent renewal date as may be necessary to synchronize the renewal date for the general business license with the business's business license expiration date.
(4) The business licensing system need not accommodate any monetary penalty imposed by a city for failing to obtain or renew a general business license. The penalty imposed in RCW 19.02.085 applies to general business licenses that are not renewed by their expiration date.
(5) The department may refuse to administer any provision of a city business license ordinance that is inconsistent with this chapter.
[ 2017 c 209 s 3.]

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Related Washington Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Washington § 35.90.030

What does Revised Code of Washington § 35.90.030 cover?

Section 35.90.030 ("Licenses issued under business license act — Fee structures — License renewal — Penalty accommodation — Inconsistent ordinances.") is part of the Revised Code of Washington, the codified statutory law of Washington. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Washington § 35.90.030?

A common citation format is "Revised Code of Washington § 35.90.030" (Washington). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Washington law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Washington official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Washington attorney.

How does Washington § 35.90.030 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Washington can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Washington.