New Washington Landlord|Tenant Laws

Your rights as a tenant in Washington State | WashingtonLawHelp.org

The landlord cannot raise the rent during the term (except in certain kinds of subsidized housing units). Can the landlord put any rules they want in a rental ...

Chapter 59.18 RCW: RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD-TENANT ACT

Sections ; HTMLPDF · 59.18.260, Moneys paid as deposit or security for performance by tenant—Written rental agreement to specify terms and conditions for ...

5 New Laws Washington State Landlords Should Be Prepared For ...

From new rules on security deposits and rent increases to evictions, here are 5 things that landlords in the state of Washington need to be aware of in 2024.

Washington Landlord Tenant Rental Laws & Rights for 2024

According to the Washington landlord-tenant act, there are no current rent control policies in any state, which means that the Washington ...

Landlord/Tenant Rights - Washington State Bar Association

Washington has a Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW. 59.18), which defines the minimum duties of landlords and tenants of residential dwellings. These laws ...

2023 changes to Washington State's laws affecting renters

The eviction process includes new options for tenants to appear at eviction hearings remotely, and to ask for a virtual (electronic) hearing. Keep reading to ...

Landlord-Tenant - Washington State | Office of the Attorney General

In a 1985 decision, the Washington Supreme Court ruled that the Consumer Protection Act does not cover violations of the Residential Landlord-Tenant Act.

Know Your Rights - Tenants Union of Washington State

The Tenants Union fights for housing justice through education, organizing and advocacy. We win victories that change people's housing conditions.

Washington Tenant-Landlord Rental Laws & Rights for 2024

Landlords cannot use rental agreements to waive any tenant rights under state law. Illegal provisions are unenforceable. When signing a new ...

Statewide Rule Changes & Rent Increases | Tenants Union

In month-to-month tenancies, however, landlords can change the rules of tenancy more easily. In fact, the landlord is only required to give tenants 30 days ...

Washington Landlord Tenant laws 2024 - Steadily

The Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW 59.18) is the cornerstone of these legal frameworks, elucidating the reciprocal obligations of landlords and tenants ...

The Complete Guide to Washington Landlord Tenant Law (2024)

The written notice must state the exact time and date(s) of entry or specify a time period with the earliest and latest possible entry times. It ...

Washington State Landlord-Tenant Laws Resource Guide

You are advised to speak with a local housing authority and licensed attorney that specializes in landlord-tenant laws in Washington for a detailed ...

New Washington Landlord-Tenant Laws: What You Need to Know

Landlords Must Give 14 Days' Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate. If a landlord wants to evict a tenant for not paying rent, they must now give their ...

Washington Landlord Tenant Laws (2024): Renter's Rights & FAQs

Landlords are legally required to make a reasonable effort to re-rent the unit, and if they find a new tenant, the original tenant is then no ...

New Washington rental laws extend eviction notice period, offer ...

As of July 23, new rental laws about the eviction process in Washington state are in effect. The new laws will impact renters and property owners throughout ...

The outlook for new statewide renter protections in Washington

And in Kenmore, local laws intended to give tenants more time before they're hit with sharp rises in rent and to protect renters from abusive ...

Landlord-Tenant Resources | Snohomish County, WA

Eviction Resolution Program · Washington Law Help · Northwest Justice Project · Housing Justice Project · Latino Educational/Programs · Washington State Office of ...

Washington State Landlord-Tenant Laws: Top 11 Things to Know

8. When Can Landlords Legally Evict Tenants? · Failure to pay rent: In Washington State, rent is considered late the day after its due date.

Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections: Washington State - HUD

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