Does the Refurbishment of an existing structure or building meet criteria for the Tax exemption?

No.

MMC: 3.104.010: It is the purpose of this chapter to encourage new manufacturing and industrial uses on undeveloped and underutilized lands zoned for industrial and manufacturing uses in the area identified in this chapter. (Ord. 3020 § 2 (Exh. A), 2016).

RCW 84.25.040 does not mention or provide any provision for existing structures or facilities.  RCW 84.25.040 1) (a) The value of new construction of industrial/manufacturing facilities qualifying under this chapter is exempt from property taxation under this title.

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1. What is the tax savings if the exemption criteria are met?
2. What tax rate will apply?
3. Does the Refurbishment of an existing structure or building meet criteria for the Tax exemption?
4. Are the improvements made during the exemption also tax exempt?