Strengthening tenant protections by extending eviction moratorium and modifying eviction causes.

Washington HB1915 amends tenant eviction laws, extending the eviction moratorium until January 1, 2028. It modifies causes for eviction, requiring longer notice periods and specific conditions for eviction. The bill also introduces new protections, such as allowing tenants to use emergency rental assistance funds to avoid eviction and providing defenses for tenants who can prove landlord failure to maintain habitable conditions. Additionally, it mandates mediation for certain eviction disputes and outlines procedures for writs of restitution and repayment plans for tenants.

Strengthening tenant protections by extending eviction moratorium and modifying eviction causes.

Washington HB1915 amends tenant eviction laws, extending the eviction moratorium until January 1, 2028. It modifies causes for eviction, requiring longer notice periods and specific conditions for eviction. The bill also introduces new protections, such as allowing tenants to use emergency rental assistance funds to avoid eviction and providing defenses for tenants who can prove landlord failure to maintain habitable conditions. Additionally, it mandates mediation for certain eviction disputes and outlines procedures for writs of restitution and repayment plans for tenants.