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‘This city is turning into an eviction mill.’ – RANGE Media Spokane City Council approves eviction prevention program as Washington’s eviction filings soar to a historic high for the second year in a row.

Spokane City Council approves eviction prevention program as Washington’s eviction filings soar to a historic high for the second year in a row:

Jordin v. Brayman: Spokane's first right-to-counsel eviction trial by jury – RANGE Media From prison, convicted rapist Arlin Jordin has easily evicted tenants for decades. With Washington’s right-to-counsel laws, that’s all changing.

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Tenant Rights Deserve Consumer Protections: The Case for Overturning State v. Schwab - Washington Law Review

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WA cities use a complaint‑only system.
They don’t check permits, don’t enforce rules, and don’t follow up unless someone reports it.
Most agencies are dismissive of renters and homeowners, doing the minimum to appear compliant enough to close the case file.

And the danger is real:

- Asbestos left in old buildings
- Mold growing from leaks and bad repairs
- Lead paint in older rentals
- Unsafe housing that never gets checked

Cities in Washington State and across the country protect themselves before protecting individuals.

Here’s the real story:

- Contractors can sue the city
- Landlords can sue the city
- Big companies can sue the city

But you, the person living in unsafe housing?

You can’t...