Residential evictions in Seattle may only be for just cause.  A Seattle landlord may not evict without just cause, not even a month-to-month tenant.

Some examples of just cause:

  • Failure to comply with a notice to pay rent or vacate.
  • Failure to comply with a notice to comply with the lease or vacate.
  • Habitually late rent or habitual failure to comply with lease terms (as defined by Seattle just cause eviction ordinance).
  • Failure to vacate at the end of the lease term.
  • The landlord wishes to occupy the premises as a primary residence.
  • The landlord intends to sell a single family dwelling.  Requires 60 days notice.

This is a short description of the Seattle just cause eviction ordinance.  It is not a substitute for legal advice.  Contact us for more information.