Title 10 Regulation of Activities
Division II. License Code
Chapter 10.57 Regulation of Residential Rental Housing
Section 10.57.240 Exemptions
The landlord is not obligated to comply with section 10.57.230 under the following circumstances:
- The tenant does not comply with statutory duties as outlined in RCW 59.18.130 or 59.18.140; and the noncompliant activity on the premises substantially affects the health and safety of the tenant or other tenants; or
- If eviction is necessary to cease or prevent an imminent threat of harm by the person being evicted, including physical harm or harassment; or
- If criminal activity on the premises as described in RCW 59.18.130 (8) is alleged to be the basis for termination of the tenancy, and the tenant is arrested as a result of this activity, the landlord may proceed directly to eviction proceedings or an unlawful detainer action against the tenant who was arrested.
Date Passed: Monday, February 2, 2026
Effective Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
ORD C36808 Section 6
