Find the latest summaries and policy updates for all multifamily housing regulations and policies.
The Citizen’s Action Defense Fund (CADF) recently filed a lawsuit against the City of Tacoma challenging its so-called “Landlord Fairness Code” (“LFC”), the onerous and questionable laws adopted due to the Tacoma for All Initiative. According to the lawsuit, the... Continue Reading
We’re excited to share that our Executive Director, Nick Marin, is mentioned in a recent USA Today article about the best cities for renters. In this piece, Nick offers expert commentary on the factors renters should consider when deciding where to live and what might make certain cities... Continue Reading
During even years, half of the Senate, all House seats, and select county positions are up for election. Every four years, statewide seats such as Governor, Lieutenant Governor and others are also up. WMFHA focuses on statewide and legislative seats during these years, however there is one local... Continue Reading
Participating in the National Apartment Association (NAA) Advocacy Academy was an enlightening and transformative experience. The program provided a robust platform to deepen my understanding of the intricate relationship between the multifaceted housing industry and the legislative framework that... Continue Reading
WMFHA Director of Government Affairs Ryan Makinster will be joining a panel of industry professionals to discuss the value of coalition driven advocacy efforts. Titled “Strength in Numbers: Lessons Learned in Tacoma Through Effective Advocacy Coalitions,” the panel will also include... Continue Reading
There are two updates in the unlawful detainer arena that we want you to be aware of. We are hopeful that they will offer solutions to the extensive delays you are experiencing in King County Courts. The first is a change to court processes that went into effect yesterday, August 12 and the other... Continue Reading
The city recently formed the Vancouver Rental Habitability Group, a mix of stakeholders including rental housing associations, affordable and market rate housing providers, tenant advocates, eviction and tenant protection attorneys as well as residents with lived experience. Our industry is... Continue Reading
Last month, we held another fun and Corks, Forks & Brews, this year in Liberty Lake. We had the privilege and honor of hosting a few community partners and elected officials at this event. State Representative Leonard Christian, who is running for State Senate in District 4, retiring State... Continue Reading
The primary election has come and gone, but we aren’t done yet! From now until November it is go time for campaigns across the state. Now that we can see where all our key races stand, we will be sharing information on business-friendly candidates that we are supporting and hope you will... Continue Reading
The unlawful detainer quagmire in King County has gotten so bad that housing providers across the state and even outside the state have become aware of it. And it is not just the industry that has taken note. The Seattle City Council has referenced it in meetings, King County Councilmember Reagan... Continue Reading
The Washington Supreme Court has agreed to review whether the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act's (CARES) eviction notice requirement only applies to tenants late on rent, or all tenants including those who have violated other lease provisions or who pose a threat to the property,... Continue Reading
We are excited to have a few team members celebrate summer in Spokane Valley tomorrow! Your WMFHA Advocacy Team is working hard to incorporate more of our elected officials and partners to our events, for you to know and get to know, and for them to see the faces of our industry. We are looking... Continue Reading
