The bill amends existing laws regarding the notice requirements for the sale or lease of manufactured/mobile home communities in Washington State. It repeals RCW 59.20.300 and introduces new provisions in RCW 59.20.325 and RCW 59.20.335. Key changes include the requirement for owners to provide written notice to tenants and relevant organizations about their intent to sell the community before marketing it. The notice must now be served electronically and must include specific information such as the date of notice, the owner's intent to sell, and the opportunity for tenants to form a qualified tenant organization to compete for the purchase. Additionally, the bill mandates that updates on the sale status be provided to the Department of Commerce every six months until the property is sold or removed from the market.

The bill also emphasizes the good faith obligations of both owners and tenants during the sale process, ensuring that tenants have access to necessary information and are treated equitably compared to commercial buyers. It establishes that minor errors in notice provision do not prevent the sale from proceeding, and it allows tenants or eligible organizations to seek injunctive relief and damages if the owner fails to comply with the new requirements. Overall, the bill aims to enhance tenant protections and ensure transparency in the sale of manufactured/mobile home communities.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 59.20.325, 59.20.335
Substitute Bill: 59.20.325, 59.20.335