SEATTLE – A low-income housing company has sued the City of Seattle, claiming that a series of renter protection laws has created an unsustainable environment for affordable housing operators.
The company, GRE Downtowner LLC, calls the regulations a “toxic cocktail” that has severely impacted their ability to maintain their property and generate enough revenue to cover operating costs.
The lawsuit targets six ordinances passed between 2018 and 2022, which were designed to protect vulnerable tenants. These include measures like the 180-day rent increase notification and eviction bans during the winter and school year.…