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In September 2019, the Seattle City Council passed an ordinance that permits tenants to add additional occupants to existing tenancies. The law...

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The King County Council on Tuesday passed an ordinance creating additional protections in unlawful detainer proceedings for tenants of residential...

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Renton, Washington – Washington Multi-Family Housing Association’s (WMFHA) found 90.48 percent of statewide apartment homes made a full...

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Several bills passed the legislature which affect the landlord-tenant relationship and housing provider operations. The following is a summary of...

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Late yesterday, Governor Inslee extended the statewide eviction moratorium an additional 60 days to August 1, 2020. A copy of the new eviction...

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We are quickly approaching a moment that will significantly test the resiliency of our housing system amidst COVID-19 and historic unemployment....

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Washington Multi-Family Housing Association conducted a survey of members to understand better the property owner consequences of the Washington...

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Renton, Washington – Washington Multi-Family Housing Association’s (WMFHA) found 90.35 percent of statewide apartment homes made a full...

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On May 11, 2020, the Seattle City Council passed two more bills affecting the landlord-tenant relationship. The laws become effective immediately...

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On Monday May 4, the Seattle City Council passed an ordinance that extends the eviction moratorium for nonpayment an additional 6 months after the...

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On April 24, 2020, as an early first step in re-opening Washington's economy, Governor Inslee released a framework to open construction activities....

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Weidner Apartment Homes has grown to include properties in 12 states since opening in Seattle in 1977. When the coronavirus outbreak hit their...

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