Renters, pretty soon your lease could say if you're at risk of flooding

Soundside · Mar 17, 2026 · 16m

It’s only been a few months since historic flooding devastated parts of Western Washington, where affected homeowners are still recovering.

Many renters also suffered losses from the floods. And unlike homeowners, they may have had little idea they were at risk.

In Washington, home sellers are required to tell potential buyers if their properties are located on a flood plain. But landlords don’t have to do the same for renters.

A bill recently passed by state lawmakers could change that, by requiring that rental leases include disclosures if a unit is at risk of flooding.

The bill…