Bill > HB2646

This bill modifies existing law regarding disputes between unit owners and their associations under the Washington Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act, which governs condominiums and similar developments. Specifically, it introduces a new requirement for unit owners before they can sue their association: they must first notify the association of the alleged violation and give it 21 days to fix the problem or provide a meaningful response. If the association fails to act within that timeframe, the unit owner can then proceed with legal action without further notice. The bill also clarifies that in lawsuits brought by a unit owner against an association, a prevailing unit owner is entitled to recover their actual damages, reasonable attorney fees, and costs, which is a stronger protection than what was previously guaranteed.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2646&Year=2025&Initiative=false