Landlords fined for first time under Washington’s new law capping rent increasesBy Jake Goldstein-Street (Washington State Standard)Aug. 8, 2025 6:05 p.m.Eight landlords in Washington face $2,000 fines for increasing rent beyond the state’s maximum allowable rate.📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up