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Seattle, WA local landlord rules

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

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Rent control / stabilizationNot yet verified
Rental licensing / registrationRental housing must be registered with the RRIO program once a tenant occupies a unit, and registration is renewed every 2 years.
Just-cause evictionNot yet verified

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Rent control / stabilization

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Rental licensing / registration

Rental housing must be registered with the RRIO program once a tenant occupies a unit, and registration is renewed every 2 years. Registered properties must be inspected at least once every 5–10 years. Exceptions are listed in SMC 22.214.030A.

Verified Source: SMC 22.214 (RRIO) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Just-cause eviction

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