Sales tax now applies to some services

Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.

Reviews and appeals

Reviewable actions

Rule 100 reviews

 Administrative review and hearings process video

APA Appeals
Other information

What department actions are reviewable?

Rule 100

Rule 100

You have the right to an informal review of the following department actions:

  • Any tax, penalty, or interest assessed by the department.
  • A refund request denial.
  • An adverse letter ruling from the Taxpayer Information and Education section of the department.
Appeals under the Administrative Procedures Act

You may also appeal:

  • A revoked business registration.
  • A revoked or suspended cigarette license.
  • An assessment of unclaimed property or denial of return of unclaimed property
  • A log export enforcement action.
  • A revoked or denied reseller permit.
  • A revoked renewable energy certification.
  • A challenge to a manufactured home park fee.

For more information on these appeals, see the information provided under APA Appeals above.

Property Tax Appeals

If you disagree with the County Assessor's valuation of your property, you have the right to appeal the valuation to your county's Board of Equalization. For more information about the property assessment appeal process, see Appealing Your Property Assessment to the County Board of Equalization or contact your county Board of Equalization or Assessor's Office.