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Grandview, WA local landlord rules

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State law also applies. See Washington landlord-tenant law.

Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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TopicAt a glance
Rental licensing / registrationEach residential rental unit must be registered with the building department before it is rented, unless exempt.
Rental inspectionsInspections are not routine.

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Rental licensing / registration

Each residential rental unit must be registered with the building department before it is rented, unless exempt. The code states: "Effective September 15, 2014, no person shall make available for rent, lease, or let, to the public any residential rental unit as defined in GMC § 8.40.020 without first registering the residential rental unit with the Grandview building department as required by this title, unless exempted herein" (§ 8.40.030).

Verified Source: Grandview Municipal Code § 8.40.030 · last checked 2026-10-16

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Rental inspections

Inspections are not routine. The city may require a certificate of inspection under RCW 59.18.125 when it reasonably believes a registered rental unit violates state or city housing standards. The code states: "If the city reasonably believes a residential rental unit regulated by this chapter may be in violation of Chapter 59.18 RCW, Chapter 8.24 GMC, or the International Property Maintenance Code, the city may require a certificate of inspection pursuant to RCW 59.18.125 ." (§ 8.40.060).

Verified Source: Grandview Municipal Code § 8.40.060 · last checked 2026-10-16

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