Washington State Renters' Rights


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Rights of ALL Tenants

Who is Covered by the Law

Landlord Responsibilities

Tenant Responsibilities
Avoiding Risk in Renting/Insurance
Landlord's Access to Rental
If Rental Needs Repairs
Illegal Actions of Landlord
Proper Notice to Leave
Evictions

Miscellany

Miscellany

The Landlord-Tenant Act of Washington state is a very multi-faceted article.  The following miscellaneous links will direct you to the Washington State Landlord-Tenant Act website.

Moving In

Moving Out

Types of Rental Agreements

Illegal Provisions in Rental Agreements

Deposits and Fees

If the Landlord Wants to Make Changes

If the Property is Sold

Return of Deposits

Abandonment

If You Need to Contact the State or Local Government

 

 

A number of local Agencies offer Landlord-Tenant information.  Some Also aid in settling Disputes.

Whatcom County Opportunity Council

(360) 734-5121     Bellingham

(360) 384-1470     County-wide

 

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Information taken from RCW 59.18 (Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act)

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