Spokane Proposes Eviction Pause After Disasters | Spokane News

Spokane’s City Council is poised to pass a new eviction pause ordinance that would automatically protect renters who lose at least 10% of their income due to declared disasters — like the recent Spokane Complex fires. The measure, modeled after a past state moratorium, aims to keep people housed so communities can recover faster. Tenants could self-certify hardship, though landlords worry about misuse. Rent missed during the emergency would be due within a year, with payment plans encouraged. An amendment under review would limit protections to the fires and exclude tenants involved in criminal activity or safety threats — all set for a final vote next week. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ad2450f040ec9082