Washington Eviction Notice Generator
Fill Washington’s April 2026 official fourteen-day notice for unpaid monthly rent and download the PDF. Free, no sign-up. Review your notice, download it, and sign before serving.
Before you serve a Washington notice
The official notice states fourteen days after service and requires an explicit deadline. RCW 59.12.040 also provides additional time before an action when service includes mailing. Check service, local protections, and the deadline before completing this form.
RCW 59.12.040 describes personal delivery and, in specified circumstances, delivery or posting combined with mailing. Where mailing is used under that section, five additional days must be allowed before starting an action. Check current local rules and required accompanying notices; this tool does not certify service.
Review, sign, and keep a copy
- Check every name, address, rent amount, and deadline against your records.
- Review federal, city/county, and lease requirements and attach any required notices.
- Sign the notice, serve it correctly, and keep a copy and proof of actual service.
- Wait the applicable period before taking further steps. Only a court process can authorize an eviction.
Form sources and instructions
- Washington Attorney General notice under RCW 59.18.057 — April 2026
- Official service statute
- RCW 59.18.057: required notice wording. Translations are available on the Attorney General’s form page.
Source and template comparison: October 19, 2026. This is not a legal opinion or a review of every local jurisdiction.
Frequently asked questions
What notice does this Washington generator create?
14-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate. It is for nonpayment of rent, not lease violations or nonrenewals. This first version fills the monthly-rent row only. Utilities and other recurring-charge rows remain unchecked and blank. Do not add fees or utilities to the rent amount.
Is this an official court form?
The generator fills Washington Attorney General notice under RCW 59.18.057. It preserves the original notice wording and leaves signatures blank. The downloaded fields remain editable.
Does the generator calculate my deadline?
No. The official notice states fourteen days after service and requires an explicit deadline. RCW 59.12.040 also provides additional time before an action when service includes mailing. Check service, local protections, and the deadline before completing this form.
What if the property has federal assistance or a federally backed mortgage?
This generator does not cover that situation. Federal programs and mortgage coverage can change notice requirements. Confirm coverage with the lender or housing provider and review the applicable official resources.
Is this free, and are my entries saved?
It is free with no account. Your entries remain in page memory and are filled into the PDF in your browser. Download before closing or reloading the page; this tool does not save your entries.