Key 2021 Legislative Developments and Best Practices
Governor Inslee put in place an “Eviction Bridge” through September 30, 2021 for the purpose of allowing time for programs for the dissemination of Federal relief funds of $1.5B in Washington State. More than $650 Million of federal relief dollars had been allocated to assist renters in Washington State.
Update: Seattle’s Eviction Moratorium Officially Expired February 28th
Per Mayor Bruce Harrell’s announcement on Friday, February 11th, 2022, the residential and commercial eviction moratoria expired on February 28th and has not be renewed. This eviction moratorium was implemented nearly two years ago in March of 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic to offer tenant protections and prevent evictions of residential renters, small businesses and nonprofits. Now, as Covid cases steadily decline, Mayor Harrell wants to move away from the moratorium while still dedicating more focused efforts to support those most in need.