Wash. Rev. Code § 59.20 § 59.20.230
Defective condition -- Unfeasible to remedy defect -- Termination of tenancy.
Operative Text
If a court or arbitrator determines a defective condition as described in RCW 59.20.130 to be so substantial that it is unfeasible for the landlord to remedy the defect within the time allotted by RCW 59.20.200 , and that the tenant should not remain on the mobile home space in its defective condition, the court or arbitrator may authorize the termination of the tenancy. The court or arbitrator shall set a reasonable time for the tenant to vacate the premises.
Under Wash. Rev. Code § 59.20.230, when a court or arbitrator finds that a defective condition on a mobile home space is so serious that the landlord cannot realistically fix it within the legally required timeframe, and that the tenant should not continue living there in that condition, the court or arbitrator has the authority to end the tenancy. If termination is authorized, the court or arbitrator must also set a reasonable period for the tenant to move out.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Section 59.20.230 comes into play when a defect on a mobile home space is found to be beyond feasible repair within the window established by RCW 59.20.200. Operators who proactively maintain spaces and address habitability issues promptly are generally less likely to face proceedings where a court or arbitrator considers authorizing termination under this provision. Keeping thorough maintenance records and responding quickly to defect notices reflects the kind of compliance posture that aligns with the broader obligations of the Mobile Home Landlord-Tenant Act.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 59.20.230, a tenancy in a mobile home space can only be terminated on grounds of an unrepairable defect if a court or arbitrator makes that determination — the landlord cannot unilaterally end the tenancy on this basis. Importantly, the same court or arbitrator must set a reasonable time for the tenant to vacate, providing some protection against abrupt displacement. Tenants facing proceedings under this provision may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Washington's Mobile Home Landlord-Tenant Act to understand the options available to them.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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