What protections are there for tenants in Washington state?

Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

• Pay rent and any utilities agreed upon.
• Keep the apartment clean and sanitary.
• Comply with the requirements of city, county, or state regulations.
• Pay for fumigation and/or damage to the dwelling.

Can I be evicted during Covid in Washington state?

The Washington state eviction moratorium ended June 30, 2021. The “bridge” proclamation, where the Governor continued temporary protections for tenants with unpaid rent due, has also ended as of October 31, 2021. Evictions for not being able to pay rent are allowed again.

What rights tenants have?

The rights of a tenant The right to have your deposit returned at the end of the tenancy (provided that you meet the terms of your tenancy agreement). The right to be protected from unfair rent and unfair eviction. The right to have a written agreement if you have a fixed-term tenancy of more than three years.

How much notice does a landlord have to give to move out in Washington State?

Landlords Must Give 14 Days’ Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate.

Do long term tenants have special rights?

Its no, because they don’t get special rights just BECAUSE they have been there a long time. In that your rights don’t change suddenly from ‘ordinary rights’ to ‘super special rights’ when you have been in a property for three years, or seven years, or whatever.

How long does it take to evict a tenant in Washington?

Evictions in Washington State generally take around three weeks from start to finish, but this can vary. There are many variables that impact the length of time the eviction process will take. Below is a sample timeline for eviction due to non-payment of rent.

Can you evict a tenant without a lease in Washington state?

Eviction Process for No Lease / End of Lease In the state of Washington, if tenants “holdover,” or stay in the rental unit after the rental term has expired, then the landlord must give tenants notice before evicting them. This can include tenants without a written lease and week-to-week and month-to-month tenants.