Washington Lease Termination Letter

A Washington lease termination letter is most often used by a tenant, who must give at least 20 days’ written notice before the end of a rental period. Washington landlords can generally end a tenancy only for a reason allowed by state law.

Last updated October 25th, 2026

A Washington lease termination letter is most often used by a tenant, who must give at least 20 days’ written notice before the end of a rental period. Washington landlords can generally end a tenancy only for a reason allowed by state law.

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Certificate of Service: Washington allows a landlord’s notice to be personally delivered, left with a person of suitable age at the residence and mailed, or posted on the property and mailed. The Certificate records how the notice was served. (RCW 59.12.040)

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