Full text of Washington Revised Code of Washington § 82.80.100 — Regional transportation investment district — Local option vehicle license fee., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 82.80.100. Regional transportation investment district — Local option vehicle license fee.
(1) Upon approval of a majority of the voters within its boundaries voting on the ballot proposition, a regional transportation investment district may set and impose an annual local option vehicle license fee, or a schedule of fees based upon the age of the vehicle, of up to one hundred dollars per motor vehicle registered within the boundaries of the region on every motor vehicle. As used in this section "motor vehicle" has the meaning provided in RCW
46.04.320, but does not include farm tractors or farm vehicles as defined in RCW
46.04.180 and
46.04.181, off-road vehicles as defined in RCW
46.04.365, nonhighway vehicles as defined in RCW
46.09.310, and snowmobiles as defined in RCW
46.04.546. Vehicles registered under chapter
46.87 RCW and the international registration plan are exempt from the annual local option vehicle license fee set forth in this section. The department of licensing shall administer and collect this fee on behalf of regional transportation investment districts and remit this fee to the custody of the state treasurer for monthly distribution under RCW
82.80.080.
(2) The local option vehicle license fee applies only when renewing a vehicle registration, and is effective upon the registration renewal date as provided by the department of licensing.
(3) A regional transportation investment district imposing the local option vehicle license fee or initiating an exemption process shall enter into a contract with the department of licensing. The contract must contain provisions that fully recover the costs to the department of licensing for collection and administration of the fee.
(4) A regional transportation investment district imposing the local option fee shall delay the effective date of the local option vehicle license fee imposed by this section at least six months from the date of the final certification of the approval election to allow the department of licensing to implement the administration and collection of or exemption from the fee.
Notes
Intent—Effective date—2011 c 171: See notes following RCW
4.24.210.
Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Washington § 82.80.100
What does Revised Code of Washington § 82.80.100 cover?
Section 82.80.100 ("Regional transportation investment district — Local option vehicle license fee.") 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 § 82.80.100?
A common citation format is "Revised Code of Washington § 82.80.100" (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 § 82.80.100 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.
