RCW 59.18.150 requires a Washington landlord to give at least two days' written notice before entering to inspect, repair, or maintain the unit, and at least one day's notice to show it to prospective tenants or buyers. Entry must be at reasonable times; no advance notice is required only in a genuine emergency.
Under RCW 59.18.150, 'the landlord shall give the tenant at least two days' written notice of his or her intent to enter and shall enter only at reasonable times,' and the notice must state the exact date(s) and time or time window of entry. For showings, a shorter period applies: the tenant 'shall not unreasonably withhold consent' where the landlord 'has given at least one day's notice of intent to enter to exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective or actual purchasers or tenants.' The landlord may not 'unreasonably interfere' by 'excessively exhibiting' the unit. Advance notice is excused only for a genuine emergency or where the tenant abandons the premises.
A landlord who enters unlawfully or harasses the tenant with repeated demands for entry is liable under RCW 59.18.150 for up to $100 per unlawful entry or demand, plus actual damages, costs, and attorney fees; the tenant may also obtain injunctive relief.
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