Inspection Reports for
The Cottages of Renton
17033 108th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98055
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Inspection Report — Mar 26, 2026
Life Safety
Date: Mar 26, 2026
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the facility.
Findings
No violations were observed during this inspection. The facility was approved and found to be in compliance with fire safety regulations.
Inspection Report — Nov 10, 2025
Follow-Up
Date: Nov 10, 2025
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Follow-up inspection to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies in an Assisted Living Facility.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies; all previously cited deficiencies were corrected as of 11/10/2025.
Inspection Report — Sep 12, 2025
Enforcement
Date: Sep 12, 2025
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This document is a follow-up visit resulting in the imposition of civil fines due to uncorrected deficiencies related to hand sanitation and staff training at the assisted living facility.
Findings
The licensee failed to ensure proper hand sanitation by kitchen staff and required continuing education training for care staff. These uncorrected deficiencies placed all 50 residents at risk and resulted in civil fines.
Deficiencies (6)
WAC 246-215-02310 Hands and arms—When to wash (FDA Food Code 2-301.14). The licensee failed to ensure one kitchen staff member followed hand sanitation guidelines in the main commercial kitchen.
WAC 246-215-02305 (5) Hands and arms—Cleaning procedure (FDA Food Code 2-301.12). The licensee failed to ensure one kitchen staff member followed hand sanitation guidelines in the main commercial kitchen.
WAC 388-78A-2305 (1) Food sanitation. The licensee failed to ensure one kitchen staff member followed hand sanitation guidelines in the main commercial kitchen.
WAC 388-112A-0611 (1)(a)(iii)(2) Who in an assisted living facility is required to complete continuing education training each year, how many hours of continuing education are required, and when must they be completed? The licensee failed to ensure three care staff completed the continuing education training, as required.
WAC 388-112A-1000 (1) Which trainings require department approval of the curriculum and instructor? The licensee failed to ensure three care staff completed the continuing education training, as required.
WAC 388-78A-2474 (2)(e) Training and home care aide certification requirements. The licensee failed to ensure three care staff completed the continuing education training, as required.
Report Facts
Civil fines total: 600
Residents at risk: 50
Inspection Report — Aug 7, 2025
Life Safety
Date: Aug 7, 2025
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at The Cottages at Renton to determine compliance with fire and life safety codes.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected, resulting in an Approved status for this inspection.
Inspection Report — Apr 22, 2025
Life Safety
Date: Apr 22, 2025
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An unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code inspection was conducted by the Washington State Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office to determine compliance with all applicable codes.
Findings
The inspection found multiple fire and life safety code violations, including a failed fire damper, missing documentation for kitchen suppression system inspection, and a fire alarm in trouble status. Several violations were corrected on site, but some remain uncorrected, resulting in a Disapproved status.
Deficiencies (8)
IFC 706.1 2018 - The facility's correction report shows Cottage D still has 1 failed fire damper due to a screw in the track.
IFC 903.5 2021 - Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901. This requirement was corrected.
IFC 904.13.5.2 2021 - The facility was unable to provide documentation for their current semiannual kitchen suppression system inspection.
IFC 906.2 2021 - Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this section and NFPA 10. This requirement was corrected.
IFC 907.4.2.6 2021 - Manual fire alarm boxes shall be provided with ready access, unobstructed, unobscured and visible at all times. This requirement was corrected.
IFC 907.8 2021 - The fire alarm is currently in trouble status. All inspection reports must verify that the system has no deficiencies, or document that all deficiencies have been corrected.
IFC 5303.5.3 2021 - Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be secured to prevent falling caused by contact, vibration or seismic activity. This requirement was corrected.
WAC 212-12-044 - At least twelve planned and unannounced fire drills shall be held every year. This requirement was corrected.
Inspection Report — Feb 26, 2025
Follow-Up
Date: Feb 26, 2025
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The Department found no deficiencies during the follow-up inspection and confirmed that previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2100 Ongoing assessments. The assisted living facility must complete assessments focused on residents' identified problems and related issues consistent with changes in condition, service agreements, or injuries requiring practitioner intervention. Previously cited deficiencies related to failure to update service plans were corrected.
WAC 388-78A-2640 Reporting significant change in a resident's condition. The assisted living facility must notify any responsible agency for paying for the resident's care and services as soon as possible when the resident is relocated to a hospital or dies, and document contacts in the resident's records. Previously cited deficiencies related to failure to notify were corrected.
Inspection Report — Feb 19, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 19, 2025
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding allegations of improper facilitation of resuscitation efforts, alleged neglect, improper medication services, and inappropriate actions by an outside hospice provider at The Cottages of Renton Assisted Living Facility.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved three allegations: improper facilitation of resuscitation efforts, alleged neglect, and improper medication services. The investigation substantiated the failure to follow DNR policies, resulting in a citation. Medication services and hospice practices were found compliant or outside licensing jurisdiction. The complaint was substantiated based on the citation issued for failure to follow policies.
Findings
The investigation found that facility staff failed to follow policies related to a resident's Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order, resulting in a citation. No abuse or neglect was noted. Medication services and hospice provider actions were found compliant or outside jurisdiction. The facility was cited for failure to follow policies and procedures regarding advance directives.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2600 Policies and procedures. The facility failed to follow policies and procedures related to advance directives for one sampled resident, placing the resident at risk of bodily harm and against their wishes.
Report Facts
Total residents: 57
Resident sample size: 3
Inspection Report — Mar 25, 2024
Life Safety
Date: Mar 25, 2024
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An unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code inspection was conducted to determine compliance with applicable codes at The Cottages at Renton.
Findings
Multiple fire and life safety code violations were observed including improper use of power strips, unsealed penetrations, missing documentation for damper testing, sprinkler system testing, and smoke detector sensitivity. The facility was disapproved due to these deficiencies.
Deficiencies (8)
IFC 603.5 (2021) - Relocatable power taps and current taps must comply with NFPA 70 and the code. A staff break room had an appliance plugged into a power strip.
IFC 603.5.3 (2021) - Relocatable power tap cords must not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, or floor coverings. The Resident Care Coordinator's office had a power strip dangling.
IFC 703.1 (2021) - Materials and firestop systems must maintain fire-resistance and prevent smoke passage. The IT room had unsealed conduits.
IFC 704 (implied by section 5) - Penetrations in fire doors must be repaired or restored with approved materials. Several cottages had penetrations in fire doors.
IFC 706.1 (2018) - Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings must be inspected and maintained. The facility could not provide documentation for their last fire/smoke damper testing.
IFC 903.5 (2021) - Sprinkler systems must be tested and maintained per Section 901. The facility was unable to provide documentation for their forward flow test.
IFC 907.8.3 (2021) - Smoke detector sensitivity must be checked annually and calibrated as required. The facility could not provide documentation for their last smoke detector sensitivity test.
IFC 1013.1 (2021) - Exit signs must be marked by approved signs visible from any direction of egress travel. Two exit gates lacked required exit signage.
Inspection Report — Jan 29, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Jan 29, 2024
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This document is a follow-up inspection of The Cottages of Renton Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies from the January 29, 2024 inspection.
Findings
The follow-up inspection conducted on March 27, 2024 found no deficiencies and the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. All previously cited deficiencies were corrected as documented in the plan of correction.
Deficiencies (14)
WAC 388-78A-2140 - The facility failed to document a plan to monitor and address interventions for current clinical needs for 2 of 2 residents reviewed, placing them at risk for unmet care needs and potential harm.
WAC 388-78A-2610 - One staff member failed to implement proper hand washing hygiene during medication administration to 56 residents, risking illness and cross contamination.
WAC 388-78A-24681 - The facility failed to ensure 5 of 22 sampled staff completed a national fingerprint background check within 120 days of hire, risking abuse and neglect.
WAC 388-78A-24701 - The facility failed to complete character, competence, and suitability reviews for 1 of 2 sampled staff working with vulnerable adults, risking abuse and neglect.
WAC 388-78A-2468 - The facility failed to submit background checks within one business day after hire for 8 of 22 sampled staff, risking abuse and neglect from caregivers with unknown backgrounds.
WAC 388-78A-3100 - The facility failed to secure hazardous chemicals in 1 of 3 utility rooms, placing all 56 residents at risk of harm and injury.
WAC 388-112A-0400 - The facility failed to ensure 2 of 19 sampled staff received mental health specialty training within 120 days of hire, placing residents at risk from unqualified staff.
WAC 388-78A-2500 - The facility failed to ensure 2 of 19 sampled staff received specialized training for mental illness within 120 days of hire, placing residents at risk from unqualified staff.
WAC 388-112A-0495 - The facility failed to ensure 5 of 22 sampled staff completed facility orientation before interacting with residents.
WAC 388-78A-2466 - The facility failed to complete background checks every two years for 5 of 22 sampled staff, risking abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
WAC 388-78A-2483 - The facility failed to screen and test 6 of 22 sampled staff for tuberculosis, placing residents at risk of exposure to infectious disease.
WAC 388-78A-2484 - The facility failed to implement a system to ensure 6 of 22 sampled staff received two-step tuberculosis skin testing as required.
WAC 388-78A-2160 - The facility failed to provide care and services as agreed in negotiated service agreements for 8 of 8 sampled male residents, placing them at risk for neglect and unmet care needs.
WAC 388-78A-2210 - The facility failed to ensure 2 residents received medications as prescribed, placing them at risk for compromised health.
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 9
Total residents: 56
Sampled staff: 22
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff B | Director of Nursing | Named in findings related to infection control and medication administration |
| Staff J | Medication Technician/Caregiver | Named in findings related to infection control and medication administration |
| Staff A | Executive Director | Named in findings related to background checks and staff training |
| Staff H | Resident Care Director | Named in findings related to staff training and facility orientation |
| Staff F | Named in findings related to character and competence review | |
| Staff G | Business Office Manager | Named in findings related to background checks and staff training |
Inspection Report — Nov 29, 2023
Follow-Up
Date: Nov 29, 2023
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The original complaint investigation (Compliance Determination #27856) included allegations of activities not facilitated, care needs not being met, and staffing issues. The investigation found failed provider practices and citations were written. The follow-up inspection confirmed all deficiencies were corrected.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that previously cited deficiencies were corrected. The facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
Report Facts
Total residents: 58
Resident sample size: 10
Inspection Report — Nov 14, 2023
Plan of Correction
Date: Nov 14, 2023
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This document reports the results of an Informal Dispute Resolution (IDR) process held on November 14, 2023, addressing citations from a prior Statement of Deficiencies dated October 4, 2023.
Findings
Following review and consideration of materials and statements from the assisted living facility and regional staff, two cited deficiencies (WAC 388-78A-2160 and WAC 388-78A-2450) were deleted from the prior report.
Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2160 - Citation deleted following Informal Dispute Resolution.
WAC 388-78A-2450 - Citation deleted following Informal Dispute Resolution.
Notice — Nov 6, 2023
Date: Nov 6, 2023
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This letter confirms the scheduling of an Informal Dispute Resolution (IDR) meeting requested by the facility to dispute specific citations from a prior Statement of Deficiencies dated October 4, 2023.
Findings
The document does not contain inspection findings but serves to schedule a telephone/Teams IDR meeting to discuss disputed citations WAC 388-78A-2160 and WAC 388-78A-2450.
Report Facts
IDR meeting date: Nov 14, 2023
Inspection Report — Feb 9, 2023
Life Safety
Date: Feb 9, 2023
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An unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code inspection was conducted to determine compliance with all applicable codes.
Findings
Multiple violations were observed related to equipment access, unapproved conditions, records, inspection and maintenance, door operation, testing and maintenance, fire department connection, activation tests, power tests, maintenance, and fire drills. The facility was unable to provide required documentation and maintenance records for several fire safety systems.
Deficiencies (17)
IFC 509.2 2012 2015 2018 - Fire sprinkler riser rooms have not been maintained in the Birch and Admin buildings.
IFC 604.10 2018 - The Executive Director's office has an unapproved portable electric space heater.
IFC 604.5 2018 - Dogwood cottage has two extension cords plugged into the TV and a router.
IFC 604.6 2018 - The Birch cottage has an outlet missing a cover plate by the fireplace and the Admin building has an open junction box in the IT closet.
IFC 607.3.3.3 2018 - The facility was unable to provide documentation for their semi-annual hood cleaning.
IFC 701.6 2018 WAC 51-54A - The facility was unable to provide record of their annual fire wall inspection and/or repairs for all fire-resistant-rated construction.
IFC 705.2 2018 - The facility was unable to provide inventory record of their annual inspection and/or repairs for all fire-resistant-rated doors.
IFC 705.2.4 2018 - Cross corridors D2, D3, and D4 in Dogwood Cottage did not close or latch properly.
IFC 903.5 2009 2012 2015 2018 - The facility was unable to provide annual fire sprinkler inspection documentation including 5 year internal pipe testing, 3 year dry system full flow trip test, annual backflow, and quarterly inspections.
IFC 904.12.5.2 2018 - The facility was unable to provide semi-annual service reports for the kitchen suppression system in the past 12 months.
IFC 907.8 2018 - The facility was unable to provide record of their annual inspection for their fire alarm system.
IFC 907.8.5 2018 - The IT closet in the Admin building is missing a smoke detector.
IFC 912.7 - The facility was unable to provide documentation that the Fire Department Connection has been hydro tested in accordance with NFPA 25.
IFC 1031.10.1 2018 - The facility failed to provide documentation showing 30-second monthly testing of emergency lighting in the last 12 months.
IFC 1031.10.2 2018 - The facility failed to have annual 90 minute power test documentation readily available at time of inspection.
IFC 1203.4 2018 - The facility has not conducted or documented required weekly/visual inspections of the generator for the last 12 months and failed to provide required automatic backup generator inspection/service report and monthly 30 minute load bank test.
WAC 212-12-044 - The facility was not able to provide documentation for completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.
Inspection Report — Sep 15, 2022
Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 15, 2022
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation into allegations of resident-to-resident altercation and inadequate staffing and care practices at The Cottages of Renton Assisted Living Facility.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved allegations of resident-to-resident altercation and neglectful care practices including inadequate staffing, failure to check on residents after falls, and lack of incident reporting. The investigation substantiated failed provider practices and citations were issued.
Findings
The investigation found multiple failed provider practices including inadequate monitoring and documentation of residents' care plans, failure to report incidents timely, and insufficient behavioral interventions. Citations were written for these deficiencies.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2140 - The assisted living facility failed to develop and document agreed upon service plans addressing residents' assessed needs, including monitoring and behavioral interventions. This failure placed residents at risk for injury and harm.
Report Facts
Total residents: 42
Resident sample size: 5
Resident altercation intakes: 4
Resident injury falls: 3
Inspection Report — Sep 12, 2022
Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation triggered by multiple allegations including resident-to-resident altercation, unwitnessed falls, and failure to meet assisted living facility requirements.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved multiple allegations including resident-to-resident altercation, unwitnessed falls, and failure to meet assisted living facility requirements. The investigation found failed provider practices and citations were written for deficiencies related to assessment, reporting, service planning, and policy implementation.
Findings
The investigation found multiple failures including inadequate assessment and use of medical devices, failure to develop and document service plans addressing residents' needs and behaviors, and failure to report significant changes in residents' conditions. Citations were written for these deficiencies.
Deficiencies (4)
WAC 388-78A-2090 Full assessment topics. The facility failed to have a system in place for assessing the need and use of a medical device (bed alarm) for 2 of 2 residents. This failure placed the residents at risk for not receiving proper care.
WAC 388-78A-2640 Reporting significant change in a resident's condition. The facility failed to contact the Home and Community Services case manager for 1 of 2 residents when discharged from the assisted living facility to the hospital for care, preventing eligibility determination for continued services.
WAC 388-78A-2140 Negotiated service agreement contents. The facility failed to develop and document an agreed upon plan for the appropriate times and services that addressed and supported the needs of 2 sampled residents requiring assistance with impulsive and aggressive behaviors, placing other residents at risk of harm.
WAC 388-78A-2600 Policies and procedures. The facility failed to implement policy for managing 1 resident who exhibited aggressive behaviors, placing all 40 residents at risk for harm.
Report Facts
Total residents: 41
Resident sample size: 7
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