Revised Code of Washington

Wash. Rev. Code § 18.27.005 (2026)

Strict enforcement

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This chapter shall be strictly enforced. Therefore, the doctrine of substantial compliance shall not be used by the department in the application and construction of this chapter. Anyone engaged in the activities of a contractor is presumed to know the requirements of this chapter.

[ 1997 c 314 s 1.]

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 4 cases, 2002–2018 · leading case: Williamson, Inc. v. Calibre Homes, Inc., 54 P.3d 1186 (Wash. 2002).

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Williamson, Inc. v. Calibre Homes, Inc., 54 P.3d 1186 (Wash. 2002). “Calibre relies on RCW 18.27.005 to support its position: "This chapter shall be strictly enforced.”

Williamson, Inc. v. Calibre Homes, Inc., 147 Wash. 2d 394 (Wash. 2002). “Calibre relies on RCW 18.27.005 to support its position: “This chapter shall be strictly enforced.”

HNS, Inc. v. Eagle Rock Quarry (Wash. Ct. App. 2018). “" RCW 18.27.005. HNS did not substantially comply in the manner required to enjoy access to Washington courts.”

Pac. Rim Paving, App. v. Dept. Of Labor & Indus., Resp. (Wash. Ct. App. 2014). “Therefore, the doctrine of substantial compliance shall not be used by the department in the application and construction of this chapter. Anyone engaged in the activities of a contractor is presumed to know the requirements of this chapter.”

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