Real Estate & Land Use

The Ordinance imposes limits on the maximum amount a landlord may require for a personal guaranty of a lease and imposes a limit on any required security deposit or letters of credit.

The proposed Code contemplates significant zoning changes, including increases in height and FAR to allow high rise development.

Washington to no longer require acknowledgment, witnesses, or seals for leases of any duration.

Washington Legislature has approved a tax break for affordable housing built on state land.

On December 12, the Seattle City Council passed Council Bill 120643 which will take effect later this month. The ordinance establishes new restrictions on commercial leases.