Governor Inslee put in place an “Eviction Bridge” through September 30, 2021 for the purpose of allowing time for programs for the dissemination of Federal relief funds of $1.5B in Washington State. More than $650 Million of federal relief dollars had been allocated to assist renters in Washington State.

Nearly every industry has seen an effect since the novel coronavirus pandemic hit Washington State. Making and receiving payments for housing are near the top of the list. In addition, the Washington State and City of Seattle moratoriums on evictions have halted landlords’ ability to remove tenants who do not pay and refuse to find a workable solution for payment.

The Washington State Legislature enacted a new law that goes into effect January 1, 2020, and applies to existing and future noncompetition covenants, including “every written or oral covenant, agreement, or contract by which an employee or independent contractor is prohibited or restrained from engaging in a lawful profession, trade, or business of any kind.”

Any landlord delivering an eviction notice to a tenant must follow the procedures to the letter of the law. The delivery of eviction documentation must be clear, traceable and extensive. Any slip, or lack of clarity in the proper delivery of eviction notices, could see the landlord’s eviction request kicked out of court. Such failures occur at a surprising rate. 

The attorneys at Holmquist + Gardiner have extensive experience supporting landlord-tenant legal issues. We routinely provide guidance to landlords of multi-family and commercial properties who seek the eviction of a tenant in breach of…

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