What is the Forest Patrol Assessment?

Per RCW 76.04.600 - forest patrol is an assessment that is levied on rural parcels that the Department of Natural Resources protects from wildfires.

Assessment revenues are used by the Department of Natural Resources for fire suppression and fire fighting in unincorporated areas.

Under current law you are only responsible for paying the base fee of $17.50 on one parcel of land under the same legal ownership, plus 27 cents per acre for total acreage over 50 acres. If you are charged for multiple parcels you can apply for a refund. Click here for the form.............