Washington HOA & Condo Association Laws
Washington’s WUCIOA governs all common-interest communities created since July 2018 (older condos under RCW 64.34, older HOAs under RCW 64.38), with reserve studies, budget ratification, and strong records rights; several WUCIOA sections now reach older communities too.
Which statutes apply in Washington?
- Condominiums
- Washington Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act — WUCIOA (RCW 64.90)
- HOAs / planned communities
- Older regimes: Condominium Act (RCW 64.34) and HOA Act (RCW 64.38)
Key compliance rules for Washington boards and managers
- Reserve studies required (updated annually, site visit every 3 years) unless exempt
- Budgets take effect only after owner ratification meeting
- Records production deadlines with per-day penalties for violations
Resale and disclosure requirements
Resale certificates are mandatory (RCW 64.90.640 for WUCIOA; 64.34.425 for older condos) with statutory fee caps.
Running associations in Washington?
Portier369 handles the operational side of Washington compliance — official records, owner and board notices, reserve and budget tracking, violation due process, and document packages — in one platform built for community association managers.
Frequently asked questions
What law governs condo associations in Washington?
Condominiums in Washington are governed by the Washington Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act — WUCIOA (RCW 64.90). Homeowners associations and planned communities fall under the Older regimes: Condominium Act (RCW 64.34) and HOA Act (RCW 64.38).
Are resale disclosures required in Washington?
Resale certificates are mandatory (RCW 64.90.640 for WUCIOA; 64.34.425 for older condos) with statutory fee caps.
What software helps Washington associations stay compliant?
Association management software like Portier369 supports the operational side of Washington compliance: maintaining official records, distributing meeting notices, tracking reserves and budgets, running violation due process with notices and hearings, and assembling resale document packages.
Nearby state guides
This guide is an educational summary, not legal advice. Statutes are amended regularly — confirm current law with an attorney licensed in Washington before acting.