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 Where can I get information about Washington State's Residential Landlord-Tenant Act?

What is the law for landlords and tenants?

What rights and responsibilities do landlords have?

What rights and responsibilities do tenants have?

Information about the state's Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW 59.18). Also available in Russian and Spanish. Topics covered include Who Is Covered By The Law, Rights of All Tenants, Moving In (Types of Rental Agreements, Illegal Provisions in Rental Agreements, Deposits and Other Fees, Refundable Deposits, Nonrefundable Fees), While You're Living in the Rental Unit (Landlord's Responsibilities, Tenant's Responsibilities, If the Landlord Wants to Make Changes, If the Property is Sold, Landlord's Access to the Rental, If the Rental Needs Repairs, Illegal Actions of a Landlord), Moving Out (Proper Notice to Leave, Return of Deposits, Evictions, Abandonment), and Where to Go With Questions And Complaints.

Sample Documents -- Notice of Repairs

 What type of notice should a landlord be given when repairs are needed?

A sample letter notifying a landlord of repairs needed in a rental unit.

Rental Agreement Regulation Ordinance for Seattle Tenants

 What should a rental agreement say?

This publication briefly describes the steps a tenant living in an apartment complex financed by the Rural Housing Service (formerly the Farmers Home Administration) can take to avoid an eviction.

Sample Documents -- Notice of Intent to Vacate because of Unmade Repairs

 What should the written notice contain when a tenant moves out due to a landlord's failure to make repairs?

A sample letter notifying a landlord of a tenant's plans to move out of a rental unit because repairs haven't been made as requested.

Criminal Acts and Activities: Landlord Liability FAQ

 Can a law-abiding citizen end up financially responsible for the criminal acts of a total stranger?

What are the landlord's responsibilities for tenant safety and security?

How can a landlord limit responsibility for crime committed by strangers on the rental property?

What kind of legal trouble do landlords face from tenants who deal drugs on the property?

How can a property owner avoid legal problems from tenants who deal drugs or otherwise break the law?

Information for landlords on their liability for criminal acts committed on their property. Includes an overview of the issues related to tenants dealing drugs.

Sample Documents -- Notice of Intent to Vacate

 What should a tenant's written notice say?

A sample letter giving a landlord written notice of plans to move out of a rental unit.

Tenant Injuries: Landlord Liability and Insurance FAQ

 How can insurance help protect a rental property business?

What does renter's insurance cover?

Information for landlords and tenants on insurances, including typical coverage.

Rent Increases

 Does Washington State have rent control?

How do I protect myself against rent increases?

Can a landlord raise the rent because a tenant has asked for repairs?

A overview of a when a landlord can and can't raise the rent. Includes links to more detailed information on the topic.

How to Handle Landlord/Tenant Disputes over Companion Animals

 How should I negotiate with a landlord for permission to keep a dog, cat, or pet?

If my lease has a "no pets" clause and my landlord is evicting me because I am keeping a dog, cat, or pet, what are my defenses?

Explains how tenants can protect themselves in disputes with landlords about pets. Topics covered include: negotiating with a landlord for permission to keep a pet before signing a lease; defending a landlord's eviction under a "no pets" clause in a lease; and using mediation to resolve disputes with a landlord.

Public Utilities

 What are public utilities?

When may the public utility provider refuse to put service in my name?

May the public utility provider shut off my service even if I have kids?

May the public utility provider shut off my service for nonpayment, even in winter?

May the public utility provider shut off my service because my landlord didn't pay?

What if I didn't get any notice that my utilities were going to be shut off?

May I pay my public utility provider an average amount per month throughout the year...?

Am I responsible for bills that a prior tenant or the landlord didn't pay?

What if I disagree with my utility bill?

What if I am charged for someone else's utility bill without my consent?

Where can I get help paying my utility bills?

Questions frequently asked by tenants about public utilities and utility service. Includes information utility bills and payment.

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