Washington
Public process
Last checked 2026-05-05
394
Total eligible tracts
147
Rural eligible
99
Max designations (25%)
56
Days to nomination window
Nomination process
RFA portal opened April 28, 2026. Deadline May 28, 2026. Scoring criteria PDF published. Q&A period closes May 21. Pre-proposal webinars May 7 (rural/non-rural and tribal). Recommendations due to Governor by June 30.
State deadline: 2026-05-28
Eligible tracts
| County | Eligible tracts |
|---|---|
| King County | 80 |
| Pierce County | 57 |
| Spokane County | 31 |
| Snohomish County | 27 |
| Yakima County | 19 |
| Clark County | 15 |
| Whatcom County | 12 |
| Franklin County | 11 |
| Grant County | 11 |
| Grays Harbor County | 10 |
How to influence the nomination
Detailed coalition checklist at /how-to-advocate. Steps specific to Washington will appear here once the state process is documented.
Who to contact
Washington State Department of Commerce
https://www.commerce.wa.gov/opportunity-zones/Eligible tract counts: IRS Rev. Proc. 2026-14 (April 6, 2026). Rural designation: Notice 2025-50, Section 4.01. Status tier last verified 2026-05-05. Full methodology.