Disaster relief resources available for flood-impacted businesses and individuals

OLYMPIA, Wash. - Dec. 19, 2025 - The Washington State Department of Revenue (Revenue) is offering help to businesses and property owners impacted by the recent flooding in Washington state.

Businesses affected by the floods that cannot file and pay their excise tax returns on time should contact Revenue to request a filing extension before the filing deadline. Revenue also can offer a penalty waiver for qualified businesses that were unable to file an extension request before the taxes were due.

Property owners whose properties were damaged or destroyed by flooding can apply to their County Assessor to reduce the taxable value of the properties. Qualified property owners will have their 2025 and potentially 2026 property taxes reduced based on the lost value as a result of the floods.

"It's important that the people know the Department of Revenue is ready to help them navigate these difficult times," Acting Director John Ryser said.

In addition to these resources, businesses impacted by the flooding can also request:

• An application for credit for damaged timber for forest taxes.
• Reschedule of a planned audit or hearing.
• A waiver of Revenue's penalties for qualified businesses unable to renew their business license on time.
• An extension of its expiring resellers permit.

Revenue is offering assistance to counties impacted by the floods to help with the changes to property values and the resulting impacts on local levies and property tax bills.

Additional information about disaster relief resources can be found on the Revenue website. Those with questions should call Revenue's customer service staff at .