7.24.033 - Landlord mitigation program for damages caused by a perpetrator of domestic violence, sexual assault, unlawful harassment, or stalking
A.
Program established
1.
A landlord mitigation program is established to reimburse landlords for certain costs
incurred by the landlord to repair damage to the landlord's real or personal property
caused by a perpetrator of domestic violence, sexual assault, unlawful harassment,
or stalking when the victim of the domestic violence, sexual assault, unlawful harassment,
or stalking occupies the rental unit and is the tenant, a member of the tenant's family
or household, or an intimate partner.
2.
Reimbursement is authorized for damage to the landlord's real or personal property,
excluding normal wear and tear, including but are not limited to: Wall gouges and
holes; damage to doors and cabinets, including hardware; carpet stains or burns; cracked
tiles or hard surfaces; broken windows; damage to household fixtures such as disposals,
toilets, sinks, sink handles, ceiling fans, and lighting.
B.
Requirements for reimbursement
To obtain reimbursement, the landlord must:
1.
Have registered the rental property with the Department if registration is otherwise
required by Section 22.214.040;
2.
Have completed the move-in checklist or statement required by RCW 59.18.260, that
is signed and dated by the landlord and the tenant, and provided the tenant with a
copy of the signed checklist or statement;
3.
Have repaired the damaged property;
4.
Have sought compensation for the damage pursuant to any property insurance policy
and have had the claim denied;
5.
Apply for reimbursement to the Department on a form provided by the Department and
signed by the landlord under penalty of perjury;
6.