Resources for Renters
Are you looking for information about tenants rights, legal resources, food or rental assistance, or other services?
PSTU is not an advocacy or service organization, so we are not able to give legal advice and we cannot help pay your rent.
However, there are a number of non-profits, charities, government agencies, and other service providers that may be able to help. We recommend contacting these organizations.
General
Tenants Union of Washington State
Hotline: 206-723-0500 [hours]
Hotline: 206-694-6700
Housing Justice Project (if you’re facing eviction)
Hotline: 206-267-7069
Dial “211” or 1-800-621-4636
Multi-Service Center for South King County residents
Check out King County Law Library’s Housing Resources page
Know Your Rights
Tenants Union - Know Your Rights
WA Law Help - Your Rights as a Tenant
Help line: 206-684-5700
Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act
Apply for Rental Assistance
WA State 2-1-1 for up-to-date information on financial assistance
File a Complaint
[Seattle only] File a complaint with the Department of Construction and Inspections
[Seattle only] If you experienced discrimination, file a complaint with the Office of Civil Rights
Organizing
Check out the Autonomous Tenants Union Network’s (ATUN) collection of organizing resources
PSTU and SeaSol’s guide on How to Research Your Landlord