Although not argued by either party on appeal, we could remand for entry of findings of fact and conclusions of law since they are required in an action seeking a writ of mandamus. S D Paving Co. v. Douglas County, 71 Wn.2d 322, 428 P.2d 720 (1967). While S D Paving was decided pursuant to former RPPP 52.04W, it undoubtedly remains the law under the present rules. CR 52, 81(a); Chief Seattle Properties, Inc. v. Kitsap County, 86 Wn.2d 7, 541 P.2d 699 (1975).