Washington State Renters' Rights
Washington State Renters' Rights
| Avoiding Risk in Renting/Insurance |
| Landlord's Access to Rental |
| If Rental Needs Repairs |
| Illegal Actions of Landlord |
| Proper Notice to Leave |
| Evictions |
Tenant Responsibilities
Pay rent, and any utilities agreed upon.
Comply with any requirements of city, county or state regulations.
Keep the rental unit clean and sanitary.
Dispose of garbage properly.
Pay for fumigation of infestations caused by the tenant.
Properly operate plumbing, electrical and heating systems.
Not intentionally or carelessly damage the dwelling.
Not engage in or allow any gang-related activity.
Not permit "waste" (substantial damage to the property) or "nuisance" (substantial interference with other tenants' use of their property).
When moving out, restore the dwelling to the same condition as when the tenant moved in, except for normal wear and tear.
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Information taken from RCW 59.18 (Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act)
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