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Under the Multiple-Unit Limited Tax Exemption (MULTE) Program, multiple-unit projects receive a ten-year property tax exemption on structural improvements to the property as long as program requirements are met.
5-Year MULTE Extension
The MULTE extension is available to projects with:
- Applications submitted before February 1, 2017, and
- Restricting affordability at 60% of area median income
Contact PHB to confirm eligibility and request application forms.
Learn more about the extension eligibility requirements and review process.
MULTE Unit List
IH MULTE Application Fees
| Fee | Fee Structure | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|
| Multnomah County Processing Fee | $850 per exempted unit in the building, up to a maximum of $9,000 | 7/1/2022 |
| Portland Housing Bureau Processing Fee | $1,000 per Application | 7/1/2023 |
Inclusionary Housing projects seeking approval for the MULTE Program will be required to pay the above application processing fees, which are due to Portland Housing Bureau (PHB). PHB reviewers will apply the fees within the City’s permitting system. The fees apply to any new permits which have not gone through pre-screening and are not yet under review before the effective dates referenced above.