July 4
SHA offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4 to observe the Independence Day holiday.
SHA offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4 to observe the Independence Day holiday.
First gather your documents.
Call 2-1-1 Washington Information Network, for referrals to agencies that may be able to help you. Keep in mind that some assistance programs may only be accessed through a 2-1-1 telephone screening.
Tip: Generally, lowest call volumes at 2-1-1 are on Wednesday and Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00p.m. Call from a landline if you have limited cell phone minutes
Do you have a question about landlord tenant issues?
Contact a tenant counseling hotline:
Do you believe that you have experienced a violation of fair housing law or your civil rights, including a landlord refusing to rent to voucher holders?
Contact the Seattle Office for Civil Rights, 206.684-4500, seattle.gov/civilrights
Have you received a lease termination or eviction notice that you think is invalid?
Call the City of Seattle Department of Planning and Development complaint hotline. 206.684.7899, seattle.gov/dpd
Do you have an eviction court date set?
Attend your court date. If you do not attend you will likely be evicted by default
If possible, attend court with legal representation. If you have not found legal assistance by your court date, meet with the Housing Justice Project at the courthouse in Seattle (516 3rd Avenue, 3rd floor room W-314). No appointment is needed, (206) 267-7090
If the eviction action is likely to be upheld in court, it may be in your best interest to sign an agreement with your landlord to move out and avoid eviction. If you are evicted, your voucher may be terminated.
Have you considered mediation?
Sometimes disputes can be resolved outside of the court system through mediation.