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Maple Valley to continue study of Multi‑Family Tax Exemption at March 2 session
Summary
City staff reintroduced the Multi‑Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) topic and the council scheduled continued discussion for a March 2 study session. A local homebuilder urged the council to consult other cities that use MFTE programs.
Economic and Community Development Director Doug McIntyre and Community Development Manager Matt Torpey reintroduced the Multi‑Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) topic at Maple Valley’s Feb. 23 city council meeting, and the council agreed to resume discussion at a special study session on March 2, 2026.
A member of the public, Drew Lang of Curtis Lang Custom Homes/Integrity Land/Icon Property, urged the council during public comment to reach out to other cities that have implemented MFTE programs. The minutes record Lang’s request but do not include additional technical details or staff recommendations.
No final action or vote on MFTE was taken at the Feb. 23 meeting. Councilmembers and staff confined the item to a reintroduction and scheduling for further study; the council will discuss the program and any potential policy choices at the March 2 study session.
