Washington Move-in/move-out checklist
Is a move-in or move-out inspection checklist required in Washington?
A landlord may not collect a deposit unless the lease is written and the tenant gets, at move-in, a signed and dated checklist describing the condition of walls, flooring, furniture, appliances and other items. A landlord who collects a deposit without the checklist is liable for the deposit amount.
Verified Source: RCW 59.18.260(2)–(5) · last checked 2026-10-23
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