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SB 6237·WA·senate

Concerning rental property disclosures of flooding history and flood risk.

EnactedFiled Jan 20, 2026
Sponsor: Jess Bateman (D)
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Effective date 6/11/2026.

Mar 27, 2026

Summary

The law updates the state's landlord‑habitability code to add specific duties, including flood‑risk disclosures, fire‑safety notices, mold‑risk information, and limits on utility shut‑offs during heat alerts. It also sets rules for landlord identification, liability protection, and repayment‑plan limits for utility reconnection. The changes apply to existing and new rental agreements, with some flood‑disclosure rules only affecting leases signed after Dec. 31, 2026.

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