Landlord Rent Increase Dispute

Summary

Washington state law limits how much a landlord can raise rent, requiring a 60-day notice for increases above 10%. Landlords are responsible for ensuring the safe receipt of rent payments. If rent is allegedly stolen from a locked box, the landlord may be liable. Additionally, landlords cant charge more than one months rent as a security deposit, and non-refundable fees must be stated in the lease. A written checklist of the propertys condition is also required. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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My landlord is basically making it impossible to to stay in my residence. Raising the rent from *$ to *$ month I am disabled and live on a fixed income. I paid my rent on the 1st in cash and put it in his mail box have been paying it the same way for the last 13 months. His mailbox is a locking box which he has the only box I put it in his box then sent him a text that I had put it in there imagine my surprise when all of a sudden it gets stolen this month I think he's lieing just seems weird that he texted me he knew this was gonna happen due to him wanting a new lease with a higher rent .
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. May I know in which state or city you reside? This information will help me provide you with the most relevant legal guidelines.
Port Hadlock Washington *
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Here are some legal points based on your location:
- Washington state law limits how much a landlord can raise rent. The notice period is 60 days for a raise above *%.
- It's the landlord's responsibility to ensure safe receipt of rent. If it was allegedly stolen from a locked box, they may be liable.
For specific advice, consult a local attorney.
Just seems like with the new lease I would have to pay * to stay here 1st and last at rate of * pet deposit * and damage deposit at * in
I'm sorry you're facing this, ****. In Washington:
- Landlords can't charge more than one month's rent as a security deposit.
- Non-refundable fees (like a pet fee) must be stated in the lease.
- A written checklist of the condition of the property is required.
Please consult with a local attorney for advice.
Okay thanks
I'm glad I could help, ****. If you have any other legal questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. FreeLawChat is always here to assist you.