Landlords
Over 1,500 landlords partner with the Seattle Housing Authority.
Through the Housing Choice Voucher program (formerly Section 8), SHA provides rental assistance for people with low incomes to rent from landlords throughout the Seattle rental market. While SHA administers the voucher program and determines whether tenants are eligible to receive the subsidy, rentals continue to be managed and leased by the owners, who screen tenants for suitability.
Learn how the program works, how long it takes to lease up, how rent and payments work, and more
Landlord Welcome packet
How to participate
Frequently Asked Questions
Have you registered for the SHA Portal?
Find out what you can do with our convenient, secure way of doing business online. Participating landlords have been sent one-time code to register. If you need assistance, please email Landlord support or call 206.239.1672.
SHA Portal
BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM
Consistent rental payments - The SHA portion of the contract rent is deposited directly into a landlord’s account each month without delay.
Held virtually on the fourth Tuesday of each month 10 – 11:30 a.m. Email Landlord support to receive an invitation.
If you would like to meet with SHA staff in person, we strongly recommend booking an appointment.
Flexibility and stability - SHA adjusts its rent portion as household income changes to ensure landlords receive full contract rent.
Inspections by certified staff - SHA inspects units at no cost to ensure that it is safe, decent, and in good repair. SHA inspections can identify necessary repairs and be used in place of the City of Seattle’s Rental Registration and Inspection Ordinance (RRIO) inspections.
Helping others in need - Landlords experience the satisfaction of providing people with low incomes a place to live and at the same time gain a dependable source of income.
Robust supply of tenants - New and moving participants can increase your tenant pool. Landlords may also market units directly to voucher participants through SHA.
Support with lease enforcement - SHA cannot enforce notices but can counsel participants on complying with obligations.