HB 2602 Summary

• Changes the definition of "farm dwelling" in agricultural districts from "used in connection with" to "accessory to" a farm and requires agricultural activity to provide no less than $10,000 annually, verified by state general excise tax returns or county agricultural dedication.

• Permits agricultural land subdivisions and leases for agricultural uses without dwellings, requiring lease terms of at least five years or the county's minimum agricultural dedication period, whichever is greater.

• Requires condominium projects in agricultural districts to include verified county statements confirming no restrictions on agricultural uses and addressing infrastructure availability, environmental impacts, and county ordinance compliance.

• Adds county enforcement authority and fines for violations of restrictions prohibiting dwellings on subdivided agricultural leasehold lots.

• Takes effect July 1, 2050.