Wash. Admin. Code § 388-148-1440 - What are the requirements for my home and property?
(1) Your home must have adequate indoor and
outdoor space, ventilation, toilet and bathing facilities, light and heat to
ensure the health and comfort of all members of the household.
(2) You must keep your home, property, living
areas and furnishings:
(a) Clean, comfortable
and in good repair;
(b) Reasonably
free from pests, such as rodents, flies, cockroaches, fleas, and other insects
using the least toxic methods available; and
(c) Reasonably free from anything that may be
a hazard to children.
(3) You must keep all toxic materials out of
the reach of children and separated from food items.
(4) You must provide adequate laundry and
drying equipment, or make other arrangements for laundry on a regular
basis.
(5) People must be able to
easily open doors from the inside and outside in all areas of the home that are
occupied. This includes closets, bathrooms, and bedrooms. You must also have
easy access to the outside in case of an emergency.
(6) The cleanliness and care of your home
must meet generally accepted health standards for the storage and preparation
of food.
(7) You must develop a
plan with your licensor to address hazardous conditions that are present in
your home or on your property.
(8)
You are responsible for following all local and state regulations such as
zoning regulations, local building codes and fire codes. The department may
require you to provide proof that you are complying with local
regulations.
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