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Housing counseling

Whether or not you wish to apply for housing at SHA, you can speak with a PorchLight housing counselor for individual assistance. Our counselors help clients identify useful service providers and can arrange for interpretation and translation services, and may also provide support in the housing search. To contact a housing counselor, drop by the PorchLight housing center or call 206-239-1737. Or send an e-mail message to HousingCounselor@seattlehousing.org.

PorchLight lobbyConflict resolution resources

In the Section 8 program, both tenants and owners must notify the housing authority of any legal actions filed against a tenant. Those who need legal assistance or advice on lease violations may want to contact the agencies listed below.

Mediation and legal assistance

Housing Justice Project (for evictions): 206-722-6848, extension 113
Legal Action Center: 206-324-6890 
Northwest Justice Project: 206-464-1519
The Tenants Union: 206-723-0500 
Dispute Resolution Center of King County: 206-443-9603 
City of Seattle Dept. of Planning and Development: 206-615-0808

Complaints about discrimination

HUD Fair Housing: 206-220-5170 
Washington State Human Rights Commission: 1-800-233-3247
King County Office of Civil Rights Enforcement: 206-296-7592
Seattle Office for Civil Rights: 206-684-4500

The Bulletin newsletter

Read "The Bulletin"

The Bulletin is a quarterly newsletter for Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) landlords in Seattle. It includes the latest Section 8 information and tips for getting the most out of the program. It is distributed my e-mail and U.S. mail.

Subscribe to The Bulletin

The Bulletin is mailed to all participating landlords. If you are not a participating landlord but would like to receive The Bulletin nonetheless, please send a message to porchlight.info@seattlehousing.org. Tell us if you'd like to have The Bulletin e-mailed to you, and provide us your e-mail address.

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