Benton-Franklin Rental Owners Association

05/13/2025

The new Rent Control Compliant 90 Day Notice for Rent increase form has been dropped on the website for our current Members. This is required as of May 7th 2025.

04/12/2025

The Washington state Senate has passed the HB 1217 rent control bill. What does this mean for Washington State Landlords and Property Managers? A cap on rent increases (10 percent plus the Consumer Price Index) on "existing" tenants and more. Come check out our Legislative update to discus the details on Monday at 5pm in our events Broawa.org.

01/21/2025

Washington SB 5222 the Sister Bill of HB 1217 Rent Control is scheduled for public hearing this Wednesday 1:30PM Please use the link in the comments to get your voice heard. This includes a 7% cap on rent increases, as well as many other complicated provisions with punitive actions from the AG. This bill would be devistating to both good Landlords and Tenants.

01/13/2025

2025 Washington Legislative session starts today. We are starting the first Legislative update briefing today, check out our website for how to join, invites should be in your email.

01/10/2025

HB 1217 is more than rent control—it introduces sweeping changes that could severely impact our industry. Key provisions include:

Attorney General oversight, creating potential legal and financial burdens as property owners may need to hire attorneys to respond to inquiries.
A 7% cap on rent increases.
Limits on late fees (1.5% of rent).
Move-in costs (1 month’s rent).
180-day notice for rent increases above 3%.
Rent increases over 3% require 180 day notice.
Rent increases over 7% would allow tenants to give 20 days notice to vacate with no penalties.
Restrictions on charging different rents for month-to-month vs. term leases.

This bill limits your control over your properties and adds costly regulations.
Action is needed before January 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM.

Please take a few minutes to:
Submit written testimony
State your position

Your input can make a big difference in protecting our industry. Don’t delay—act today!

Thank you for your support,

Kevin Glenn
President
Benton Franklin Rental Owners Association

10/26/2024

Crime Resistant Community Living (CRCL) is a crime free multi-housing program that is sponsored by the Kennewick, Richland and Pasco Police Departments. The CRCL is designed as a partnership among law enforcement, property owners/managers, and residents to keep criminal activity out of rental property, thereby maintaining the quality of our communities and neighborhoods. This year the training programa will be held at the Pasco Police departmernt on October 4, 2018 from 8:00am - 4:30pm.

The program will present ideas for applications and applicant screening, Landlord/Tenant laws and practices, warning signs for drugs and other criminal activities, graffiti and gang problems, working with the police, and many other relevant topics.

The benefits for property owners and managers include a more stable and satisfied tenant base, lower maintenance and repair costs, more appreciative neighbors, potential increase in property values, and an increased demand for rental units with a reputation of active management. Residents also benefit as a result of a safer and more secure environment, confidence in knowing the buildings meet minimum security requirements, and open communication with the police. Finally, law enforcement benefits from the proven drop in calls for service that allows them to be more pro-active in preventing crimes.
The Kennewick Police Department appriciates our on-going relationships with our CRCL partners and we invite all other property owners and managers to join us in helping keep our community safe. For more information and to register please visit our website at https://www.go2kennewick.com/447/Crime-Resistant-Community-Living

09/25/2024

Stop Wasting Time: How to Find Qualified Tenants -

Not a current member? It is Landlords like you that make these educational meetings possible. Consider Joining today and helping us make a difference in the Washington State Rental Industry.

09/14/2024

Save Thousands of Dollars and Reduce Your Stress -

Not a current member? It is Landlords like you that make these educational meetings possible. Consider Joining today and helping us make a difference in the Washington State Rental Industry.

08/04/2024

Don't forget to send in your ballot by this Tuesday's Primary vote. Who we have in office shapes what the outcome is for cirtical landlord Tenant related bills this comming legislative session.