Washington Sales, Use and Excise Tax Incentives

Washington State has enacted a plethora of tax incentives to encourage businesses to locate and expand in our state. These incentives include sales/use tax exemptions and deferrals, B&O excise tax deductions, exemptions, and rate decreases. In addition to these incentives there are numerous definitions and interpretations of the Registered Code of Washington provided by the Department of Revenue that can reduce a businesses tax expense.

• Commute Trip Reduction Program
• Corporate Headquarters Locating in Community Empowerment Zone
• Employment Training Program Incentives
• Farming & Agriculture Incentives
• Gas Station Incentives
• International Services Incentive
• Manufacturing Incentives
• Motion Picture and Video Production Companies Incentives
• Public Utility Incentives
• Third Party Help Desk Services in Rural Counties
• Warehouse Incentives
• Washington Film Works Contributors Credit
• Weatherization Assistance Program