Law

Federal, state, and municipal governments are taking steps to reduce energy consumption to help lower energy bills by introducing various building...

We often hear from members who are not aware of the strict laws governing collection and return of the Security Deposit. Penalties include a full...

. In Washington’s 2025 legislative session, two bills ended up having a huge impact on housing, both residential rentals and...

RHAWA provides many different notice forms, each for different purposes, some with variations for many different local jurisdictions. Because of...

Beginning January 1, 2026, rental housing providers across Washington will be required to abide by a maximum rent increase percentage of 9.683%, as...

From 5/7/2025 through 12/31/2025, the rent increase cap is 10%. From 1/1/26 through 12/31/26, the rent increase cap is 9.683% It is a best...

Under HB 1003, certified mail is required when in-person delivery of a notice is not successful. However, proof of delivery is not required. The...

Evictions are among the most complex and sensitive aspects of property management, requiring rental housing providers to navigate a multifaceted...

From time to time, members write in with questions and confusion about when a lease needs to be notarized. Do the signatures of both the tenant and...

The provisions of HB 1217 require the Department of Commerce to publish the annual rent increase limit in accordance with City of Seattle's CPI...

While you may still be recovering from the chaotic pace of Legislative Session, it is important to keep up to date on changes at the local level...

With the addition of a new local law in summary for the City of Woodinville, we’ve added another City Law Summary article to the Support...