2013 Revised Code of Washington
Title 36 - COUNTIES
36.70A Growth management -- Planning by selected counties and cities.
36.70A.165 Property designated as greenbelt or open space -- Not subject to adverse possession.


WA Rev Code § 36.70A.165 (2013) What's This?

RCW 36.70A.165 Property designated as greenbelt or open space — Not subject to adverse possession.

The legislature recognizes that the preservation of urban greenbelts is an integral part of comprehensive growth management in Washington. The legislature further recognizes that certain greenbelts are subject to adverse possession action which, if carried out, threaten the comprehensive nature of this chapter. Therefore, a party shall not acquire by adverse possession property that is designated as a plat greenbelt or open space area or that is dedicated as open space to a public agency or to a bona fide homeowner's association.

[1997 c 429 § 41.]

Notes:

     Severability -- 1997 c 429: See note following RCW 36.70A.3201.


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