Last reviewed September 2026
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Washington Eviction Notice
Before a Washington landlord can file for eviction, the tenancy usually has to be ended with written notice. How much notice depends on the reason. Here’s what Washington’s statute says for each kind of notice this template builds.
Washington rules at a glance
| Unpaid rent | 14 days. 14-day pay-or-vacate notice in the statutory form, covering only rent and recurring charges named in the lease.RCW 59.18.057 |
|---|---|
| Lease violation | 10 days. Breach of a lease term: 10-day notice to comply or vacate.RCW 59.18.650 |
| Serious grounds | 3 days. Waste, nuisance, or unlawful activity: 3 days.RCW 59.18.650 |
Washington Eviction Notice FAQs
Can a Washington landlord end a month-to-month lease without a reason?
Generally no. Since 2021, RCW 59.18.650 requires a statutory just cause — such as nonpayment, a lease violation, the owner moving in, or sale of a single-family home — with the notice period tied to that cause. Tenants can still leave with 20 days’ notice (RCW 59.18.200).
What is the eviction notice for unpaid rent in Washington?
A 14-day notice to pay or vacate, in the form set out in RCW 59.18.057. It may include only rent and recurring charges identified in the lease — late fees, damages, and legal costs can’t be demanded in it.
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