We actively support and promote
FAIR HOUSING
through education, outreach, and counseling to ensure that people have the opportunity to provide and obtain housing without discrimination
Under the Fair Housing Act, it is illegal to discriminate in the provision of housing based on protected classes designated by federal, state, and local laws. In the State of Washington, protected classes include:
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Sex
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Familial / Parental Status
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Race
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National Origin / Ancestry
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Color
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Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
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Disability
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Age
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Marital Status
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Criminal Record
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Religion & Creed
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Financial Status
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Military / Veteran Status
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Economic Class
Eviction Resolution Pilot Program (ERPP) Statement
Based on the Governor's proclamation issued late on Tuesday afternoon, June 29th, our agency cannot attest that our Eviction Resolution Pilot Program is operational as of July 1, 2021. We are reviewing our program and policies with all deliberate speed and working closely with our partners in order to ensure the eviction resolution pilot program is operational under SB 5160 and the proclamation.
2021 Rental Assistance Information
Qualified Snohomish County households will be able to receive up to 15 months of rent assistance, including arrears.
Qualified Skagit County households will be able to receive up to 15 months of rent assistance, including arrears.
Landlords may choose to assist their tenants by submitting a Rental Assistance Request form to:
Fair Housing
Education and Counseling
Due to COVID-19, we are no longer offering in person classroom trainings; however, we still offer training through one of the following options:
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A personalized 1:1 Fair Housing Training by phone lasting approximately 1 - 1.5 hours.
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Individual 1:1 Fair Housing Training with Powerpoint via Zoom. Training time will include a 15-minute pre-training phone interview, with the Zoom class lasting approximately 45 - 60 minutes.
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Group Fair Housing Training with Powerpoint via Zoom. Training time includes a 15-minute pre-training phone interview, with Zoom class lasting approximately 45 - 60 minutes.
To attend a training or learn more about Fair Housing, contact Fair Housing Counselor Joseph Harter:
425-315-3286
Informational Resources
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Fair Housing Brochure (Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Nepali, Vietnamese)
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Reasonable Accommodations & Modifications—Guidance For Residents With Disabilities (Provided by the Fair Housing Partners of Washington State)
Do You Have Questions About Landlord-Tenant Issues, Laws, or Discrimination?
If you are a landlord, tenant, or service provider with questions or concerns, please call the Landlord-Tenant Line or email us, so we can help you problem solve.
Serving Snohomish, Skagit, and Island Counties
NOTICE: The Dispute Resolution Center does not provide legal services or legal advice.
The information provided is for educational purposes and is not an interpretation of Fair Housing Laws.
File a formal complaint
Volunteers of America Western Washington does not conduct Fair Housing investigations.
Fair Housing complaints must be filed within one (1) year of the alleged harmful act or event.
Contact one of the resources here to learn more about how to proceed with a housing complaint.
Northwest Fair
Housing Alliance
1-800-200-FAIR (3247)
Fair Housing Center
of Washington
(253) 274-9523
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(800) 669-9777