The bill amends existing laws regarding the notice of sale or lease of manufactured/mobile home communities in Washington State. It repeals RCW 59.20.300 and introduces new requirements for owners intending to sell their communities. Owners must provide written notice to tenants and relevant organizations, including the local government and housing authorities, before marketing the property. The notice must inform tenants of their opportunity to compete to purchase the community and include specific details such as the date of notice delivery and the process for tenants to express their interest in purchasing. Additionally, electronic delivery of notices is now acceptable, and owners are required to provide updates to the Department of Commerce regarding the status of the sale within six months of the initial notice.

The bill also emphasizes the duty of good faith in negotiations between owners and tenants, 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, but substantial non-compliance can lead to injunctive relief for tenants. Furthermore, the Department of Commerce is tasked with providing information to tenants about purchasing manufactured home communities, and owners must issue a new notice if the property does not sell within nine months of the initial notice.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 59.20.325, 59.20.335