# RCW 35.80.010: RCW 35.80.010: Declaration of purpose

> Washington · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T36_C80_S010

## Section

- **Citation:** RCW 35.80.010
- **Heading:** RCW 35.80.010: Declaration of purpose
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Code / Title 36 / Chapter 80 / Section 010

## Text

It is hereby found that there exist, in the various municipalities and counties of the state, dwellings which are unfit for human habitation, and buildings, structures, and premises or portions thereof which are unfit for other uses due to dilapidation, disrepair, structural defects, defects increasing the hazards of fire, accidents, or other calamities, inadequate ventilation and uncleanliness, inadequate light or sanitary facilities, inadequate drainage, overcrowding, or due to other conditions which are inimical to the health and welfare of the residents of such municipalities and counties. It is further found and declared that the powers conferred by this chapter are for public uses and purposes for which public money may be expended, and that the necessity of the public interest for the enactment of this law is hereby declared to be a matter of local legislative determination.

## Nearby sections

- [RCW 35.80.010 RCW 35.80.010: Declaration of purpose.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T36_C80_S010.md)
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- [RCW 35.80.040 RCW 35.80.040: Discrimination prohibited.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T36_C80_S040.md)
- [RCW 36.80.015 RCW 36.80.015: Office at county seat—Records.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T36_C80_S015.md)
- [RCW 36.80.020 RCW 36.80.020: Qualifications—Bond.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T36_C80_S020.md)
- [RCW 36.80.050 RCW 36.80.050: Highway plat record.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T36_C80_S050.md)
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