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2023 changes to Washington State’s laws affecting renters
Starting July 23, Washington's laws affecting security deposits and the eviction process have changed. Read this to learn how the laws will affect renters in Washington State. #6320EN
Facing eviction? Find legal help and rent assistance
Find out about rent assistance and other help for tenants in Washington State.
Free lawyers for renters in Washington State
Renters who have a low income in Washington State may be appointed a free lawyer before a court can proceed with an eviction lawsuit. Read this to find out who is eligible, and how to find a free lawyer. #6347EN
Eviction and Your Defense
Find out why landlords can evict tenants and how the eviction process works. Learn what to do if your landlord tries to evict you. Find out how you can defend yourself in court against an eviction if you cannot get a lawyer. #6310EN
Eviction Assistance and Protections for Seattle Renters
Learn about Seattle's ongoing eviction protections and where Seattle renters can get free legal help and rent assistance.
I need to respond to an eviction lawsuit as soon as possible
If you got legal papers from your landlord called a Summons and Complaint for Unlawful Detainer, read this and try to talk to a lawyer right away. #6309EN
My landlord just gave me a 14-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 14-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6353EN
How to interact with your landlord to avoid legal trouble
If you are a renter having problems with your landlord, learn some tips, where to get additional legal information, and where to go if you need legal help. #6336EN
Landlords must give a “good” reason to end certain tenancies
Learn more about how landlords can now evict or refuse to renew a rental agreement for specific reasons only. #6345EN
My Landlord Just Gave me a 20-Day Notice
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 20-Day Notice from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6355EN
My Landlord Just Gave Me a 10-Day Notice to Comply or Vacate
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 10-Day Notice to Comply or Vacate from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6354EN
My landlord just gave me a 3-Day Notice to Quit
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 3-Day Notice to Quit from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6352EN
My landlord threatened to evict me
If you rent the place where you live and your landlord just threatened to evict you, read this to learn what to do. #6349EN
Did my landlord illegally end my tenancy or evict me and what can I do about it?
New Washington state law expands on what a wrongful eviction is and makes clear that a court can hold a landlord liable to a tenant in such cases. #6906EN
Going to your unlawful detainer (eviction) hearing
Read this if you got a Summons and Complaint for Unlawful Detainer, you have responded by submitting at least a Notice of Appearance and you plan to fight the eviction. #6315EN
My landlord just gave me a 60-Day Notice
Why did your landlord give you this notice? Is it legal? What should you do now? Read this to learn more. #6357EN
My landlord locked me out
Find what you can do if you got locked out even if you had no intention of moving. #6316EN
My landlord gave me a 90-Day Notice
Why did your landlord give you this notice? Is it legal? What should you do now? Read this to learn more. #6356EN
My landlord just gave me a 120-Day Notice
Why did your landlord give you this notice? Is it legal? What should you do now? Read this to learn more. #6359EN
My landlord just gave me a 30-Day Notice
Why did your landlord give you this notice? Is it legal? What should you do now? Read this to learn more. #6358EN
Can my landlord raise my rent? By how much?
State law lets your landlord raise the rent if they give you enough notice about it. Get the details here. #6342EN
I live in a trailer, motor home, or fifth wheel in an RV park. I pay rent for the lot. Do I have rights?
Find out when you might have additional legal rights if you live in an RV you own in a manufactured/mobile home park and you rent the lot. #6560EN
I am a Tenant Living in a Foreclosed Property. What are My Rights?
If the place you are renting to live in has been foreclosed on, read this to learn your rights. #6122EN
I live in a manufactured/mobile home park. Can the park owner/landlord raise the rent, and by that much?
If you own your mobile home but rent the space it sits on, state law lets your landlord raise the rent if they give you enough notice about it. Get the details here. #6512EN
What are my rights in transitional housing?
Find out when you can be evicted from and other information about transitional housing programs. #6904EN
2023 changes to Washington State’s laws affecting renters
Starting July 23, Washington's laws affecting security deposits and the eviction process have changed. Read this to learn how the laws will affect renters in Washington State. #6320EN
Facing eviction? Find legal help and rent assistance
Find out about rent assistance and other help for tenants in Washington State.
I need to respond to an eviction lawsuit as soon as possible
If you got legal papers from your landlord called a Summons and Complaint for Unlawful Detainer, read this and try to talk to a lawyer right away. #6309EN
My landlord just gave me a 14-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 14-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6353EN
Landlords must give a “good” reason to end certain tenancies
Learn more about how landlords can now evict or refuse to renew a rental agreement for specific reasons only. #6345EN
Missing payments of late fees cannot lead to eviction
Tenants may owe late fees and other kinds of charges but cannot be evicted for not paying them if they are not "rent" or certain recurring, regular charges. #6341EN
Did my landlord illegally end my tenancy or evict me and what can I do about it?
New Washington state law expands on what a wrongful eviction is and makes clear that a court can hold a landlord liable to a tenant in such cases. #6906EN
Can my landlord raise my rent? By how much?
State law lets your landlord raise the rent if they give you enough notice about it. Get the details here. #6342EN
Tips for phone and video hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN
I live in a manufactured/mobile home park. Can the park owner/landlord raise the rent, and by that much?
If you own your mobile home but rent the space it sits on, state law lets your landlord raise the rent if they give you enough notice about it. Get the details here. #6512EN
When does my landlord have to give me a 30-day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate instead of a 14-day Notice?
If you live in a building in Washington State that has a government subsidy or a federally backed mortgage, read this. #6160EN
Landlords must give a “good” reason to end certain tenancies
Learn more about how landlords can now evict or refuse to renew a rental agreement for specific reasons only. #6345EN
Missing payments of late fees cannot lead to eviction
Tenants may owe late fees and other kinds of charges but cannot be evicted for not paying them if they are not "rent" or certain recurring, regular charges. #6341EN
My Landlord Just Gave Me a 10-Day Notice to Comply or Vacate
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 10-Day Notice to Comply or Vacate from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6354EN
Did my landlord illegally end my tenancy or evict me and what can I do about it?
New Washington state law expands on what a wrongful eviction is and makes clear that a court can hold a landlord liable to a tenant in such cases. #6906EN
What are my rights in transitional housing?
Find out when you can be evicted from and other information about transitional housing programs. #6904EN
Facing eviction? Find legal help and rent assistance
Find out about rent assistance and other help for tenants in Washington State.
I need to respond to an eviction lawsuit as soon as possible
If you got legal papers from your landlord called a Summons and Complaint for Unlawful Detainer, read this and try to talk to a lawyer right away. #6309EN
I live in a trailer, motor home, or fifth wheel in an RV park. I pay rent for the lot. Do I have rights?
Find out when you might have additional legal rights if you live in an RV you own in a manufactured/mobile home park and you rent the lot. #6560EN
My Manufactured/Mobile Home Park Landlord just Gave Me a 20-Day Notice to Comply or Vacate
If you live in a manufactured/mobile home park and just got a notice from your park landlord saying you must comply or vacate. Learn what this notice is and what you should do about it. #6504EN
Tips for phone and video hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN
My landlord threatened to evict me from my manufactured/mobile home park
If you live in a manufactured/mobile home park and your landlord just threatened to evict you, learn about what is required to actually start an eviction process. #6500EN
My manufactured/mobile home park landlord just gave me a 14-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate
If you live in a manufactured/mobile home park and your landlord gave you a 14-Day Notice to Pay or Vacate, learn what this notice is and how to respond and get legal and financial help. #6502EN
I live in a manufactured/mobile home park. Can the park owner/landlord raise the rent, and by that much?
If you own your mobile home but rent the space it sits on, state law lets your landlord raise the rent if they give you enough notice about it. Get the details here. #6512EN
Facing eviction? Find legal help and rent assistance
Find out about rent assistance and other help for tenants in Washington State.
I need to respond to an eviction lawsuit as soon as possible
If you got legal papers from your landlord called a Summons and Complaint for Unlawful Detainer, read this and try to talk to a lawyer right away. #6309EN
My Landlord Just Gave Me a 10-Day Notice to Comply or Vacate
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 10-Day Notice to Comply or Vacate from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6354EN
Evictions from Public Housing (Housing Owned by a Housing Authority)
If you live in a Public Housing Project, the eviction process from Public Housing is a little different from the process for tenants with private landlords. #6102EN
Section 515 Rural Rental Housing Evictions
If you are a tenant in an apartment complex financed by the Rural Housing Service (RHS) (formerly the Farmers Home Administration or FHA), the landlord must follow certain special rules before the landlord can evict you. Read this to learn more. #6120EN
Public housing grievance procedure
Public housing tenants: Learn more about your right to appeal many decisions or actions taken by the Housing Authority. #6105EN
Tips for phone and video hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN
HUD Housing Evictions
Learn about the additional protections you have if you live in certain HUD-subsidized buildings or rental units, and what you can do to avoid an eviction. #6103EN
When does my landlord have to give me a 30-day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate instead of a 14-day Notice?
If you live in a building in Washington State that has a government subsidy or a federally backed mortgage, read this. #6160EN
My Landlord Just Gave me a 20-Day Notice
If you rent the place where you live and you got a 20-Day Notice from your landlord, learn what that is and what you should do about it. #6355EN
Tips for phone and video hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN
Public housing grievance procedure
Public housing tenants: Learn more about your right to appeal many decisions or actions taken by the Housing Authority. #6105EN