Rent Increase Notice — Washington
Washington landlords must give at least 90 days' written notice to raise rent on a month-to-month tenancy. Generate a compliant letter below.
Optional — some states (e.g. NY) require more notice for longer tenancies.
Letter details (optional)
Required written notice
90 days
- Increase
- $150.00 (7.50%)
- Earliest effective date
- October 1, 2026
Rent control may apply
Washington's rent-stabilization law (HB 1217, effective May 7, 2025) requires at least 90 days' written notice for ANY rent increase and caps most annual increases at 7% + CPI (10% max). Specific notice forms are required, and cap exemptions (e.g. newer buildings) must be claimed in the notice — see the WA Dept. of Commerce HB 1217 landlord resource center.Not legal advice. LandlordKit provides general informational tools, not legal advice. Landlord-tenant laws change and vary by city and county. Verify the cited statute and consult a licensed attorney before acting on any result.
Washington rent increase rules
In Washington, a landlord must generally give at least 90 days' written notice before raising rent on a month-to-month tenancy. A statewide cap limits how much you can raise the rent. Washington's rent-stabilization law (HB 1217, effective May 7, 2025) requires at least 90 days' written notice for ANY rent increase and caps most annual increases at 7% + CPI (10% max). Specific notice forms are required, and cap exemptions (e.g. newer buildings) must be claimed in the notice — see the WA Dept. of Commerce HB 1217 landlord resource center.
Rent control
Washington's rent-stabilization law (HB 1217, effective May 7, 2025) requires at least 90 days' written notice for ANY rent increase and caps most annual increases at 7% + CPI (10% max). Specific notice forms are required, and cap exemptions (e.g. newer buildings) must be claimed in the notice — see the WA Dept. of Commerce HB 1217 landlord resource center.Worked example
Example: to raise a Washington tenant's rent from $1,500 to $1,600, send written notice at least 90 days before the new rent takes effect, and keep proof of delivery.Last verified July 2, 2026.
Washington rent increase FAQ
How much notice must a landlord give before raising rent in Washington?+
At least 90 days' written notice for a month-to-month tenancy. (Rev. Code Wash. § 59.18.140(3) (as amended by HB 1217, 2025)).
Can a landlord raise rent during a fixed-term lease in Washington?+
Generally no — rent is locked for the fixed term unless the lease itself allows an increase. A rent increase typically takes effect when the lease renews or during a month-to-month tenancy.
Is there a limit on how much rent can be raised in Washington?+
Yes. Washington's rent-stabilization law (HB 1217, effective May 7, 2025) requires at least 90 days' written notice for ANY rent increase and caps most annual increases at 7% + CPI (10% max). Specific notice forms are required, and cap exemptions (e.g. newer buildings) must be claimed in the notice — see the WA Dept. of Commerce HB 1217 landlord resource center.
Does this rent increase notice generator cost anything?+
No. It's free and requires no signup. You enter the details and download a ready-to-send PDF letter.