SHB 1074 — Addressing documentation and processes governing landlords' claims for damage to residential premises.

What this bill does

Extends the timeline for a landlord to provide a statement and documentation for retaining any portion of a tenant deposit from 21 days to 30 days. Requires a landlord to substantiate the cost of any damages withheld from a tenant deposit with repair estimates, invoices, or other documentation. Prohibits a landlord from withholding any portion of a tenant deposit for certain items. Establishes a one-year statute of limitations for a landlord to take any action against a tenant to recover sums exceeding the amount of the damage deposit.

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 2, 2023
  57 yea · 40 nay · 1 not voting
• House — Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · April 14, 2023
  58 yea · 38 nay · 2 not voting
• House — Final Passage as Amended by the Senate on Reconsideration · April 14, 2023
  57 yea · 39 nay · 2 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · April 10, 2023
  29 yea · 19 nay · 1 not voting

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