Lian v. Stalick, 25 P.3d 467 (2001)

Citation: Lian v. Stalick, 25 P.3d 467 (2001)
Parent Document: Lian v. Stalick, 25 P.3d 467 (2001)
Jurisdiction: Washington (state)
Effective Date: 2001-06-19
Original Source: https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/2587519/lian-v-stalick/ ↗

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In the RLTA context, the defects must constitute violations of the landlord's specific duties as set forth under RCW 59.18.060. Aspon, 62 Wash.App. at 825-26, 816 P.2d 751. Here, the uncontroverted facts show the steps failed to comply with the UBC. RCW 59.18.060(1). Substantial evidence shows Mr. Stalick failed to maintain the steps, as a structural component of the dwelling, in good repair so as to render them usable and capable of withstanding normal forces and loads. RCW 59.18.060(2). And it is obvious Mr. Stalick failed to put the steps in as good condition, as required by law, as they should have been at the commencement of the tenancy. RCW 59.18.060(5). Accordingly, the trial court did not err in finding Mr. Stalick in breach of the implied warranty of habitability under RCW 59.18.060. B. Remedies and the RLTA

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