Rental + Utility Assistance
Rental & Utility Assistance Application
***NOTE: Due to the high volume of requests, we have closed the application.
If you are currently in need of assistance please visit the City of Spokane Resident Assistance page here.
If you have any questions about a previously submitted application please call:
(509) 756-1886
Eviction Notice?
If you have received an eviction notice contact one of the legal resources below IMMEDIATELY. They may be able to help.
Eviction Mediation Programs
Northwest Justice Project
Apply for legal help through CLEAR*Online
Call 1-855-657-8387, the Eviction Defense Screening Line. Interpreters available.
Spokane Volunteer Lawyers Program - Eviction Defense Project
Spokane Bar Association VLP, Housing Justice Project
(509) 477-2674
Northwest Mediation Center
Wendy Schatz, Eviction Resolution Specialist
(509) 456-0103 ext. 3
info@nwmediationcenter.com
https://www.nwmediationcenter.com
Fulcrum Institute Dispute Resolution Center
Natalie Connaughty, Eviction Resolution Specialist
(509) 838-2799
intakespecialist@fulcrumdispute.com
Other Resources
Tenant's Rights Hotline
Washington Tenants Union - 206-723-0500
Eviction Defense Helper
https://app.washingtonlawhelp.org/eviction-help-app-v2/3961314
Additional Resources
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Utility assistance - The city has suspended late fees and water shut off for non-payment and Avista has announced suspending utility shut-off as well. You can receive financial assistance by calling SNAP at 456-SNAP.
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A guide for families who need financial assistance - Washington State Department of Financial Institutions
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Employment assistance information - Washington State Employment Security Department
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Housing assistance information - Spokane Housing Authority
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A community resource guide - The Fig Tree
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Free Eviction Resolution Program - Northwest Mediation Center and Fulcrum Institute
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Employment information, insurance, and basic needs - Spokane Resource Center
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Legal assistance for tenants - Volunteer Lawyer Program