RCW 70A.35.060
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Before a leased or rented residence is weatherized, written permission shall be obtained from the owner of the residence for the weatherization. The department shall adopt rules to ensure that:
(1)The benefits of weatherization assistance, including utility bill reduction and preservation of affordable housing stock, accrue primarily to low-income tenants occupying a leased or rented residence;
(2)as a result of weatherization provided under this chapter, the rent on the residence is not increased and the tenant is not evicted; and
(3)as a result of weatherization provided under this chapter, no undue or excessive enhancement occurs in the value of the residence. This section is in the public interest and any violation by a landlord of the rules adopted under this section shall be an act in trade or commerce violating chapter 19.86 RCW, the consumer protection act.
[ 2009 c 379 s 204 ; 1987 c 36 s 6 . Formerly RCW 70.164.060 .]
Notes:
Finding — Intent — Effective date — 2009 c 379: See notes following RCW 70A.50.010 .