Seattle Office of Housing

03/10/2026

Join us tonight and give your feedback on the newest design iterations for the Lake City facility — a community center with 112 affordable housing units above.

Join us in-person, online, or take the survey: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fengageseattleparks.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMnpxUVhVckJ4cUJsV09yb3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4biSpCD52QZwOLfU20mjY8faeNDJ-oY_wapK97aqcMF3fpIVajwCcONdVpjw_aem__KGihD95Rw13oy6fIBypHA&h=AT5h1UibQ5yrDJIn5_aPn3r9enCmuQawSLdkznpGU8IpAyyLuIMFKb-jU0GoMLln9DrEJ0tykm63C6EGN4bB_Izj9drhChB8pj74wdRogupU92srRcv2z_cXuQp9J-NHcbut2UvCltNBBU0I&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT7zNZQm5efp2XPy5_da_ysuL6am0VulCWKFpQxh_PtnD-pAxRuPqkjBb2seHKcNO6FUrJIwqqsHs3JlLKcOEJjr1jmqvFaoUYN-uQqxmhgpt5H6UJdBitc0OuzA6QxA8XjcUqwTXrukLHipzV-OnkNwKLBtWger6MXfX1Xt45Yw7HuT8kzF7-eXBNOkbFA

02/10/2026

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03/24/2025

We are deeply saddened by the loss of former Washington House Speaker Frank Chopp, a trailblazer in affordable housing and a lifelong advocate for serving vulnerable communities. His visionary leadership expanded the Housing Trust Fund, strengthened the Seattle Housing Levy, and championed housing as a human right.

Frank’s unwavering dedication helped countless families, and his legacy will continue to inspire our work. The Seattle Office of Housing extends heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Thank you, Frank, for your profound impact on our city and beyond.

An advocate for health care and low-income housing, Frank Chopp was the longest-serving House speaker in the state's history and a rare legislative force.

02/12/2025

Last week, we held our Annual Housing Celebration, honoring the vital work of creating affordable and healthy homes in Seattle. We announced our 2024 funding awards for rental housing, shared successes from our homeownership program, and celebrated the anti-displacement and environmental efforts of our HomeWise program. 🏠

The event opened with the incredible Chief Seattle Club Drummers, followed by remarks from OH Director Maiko Winkler-Chin, Mayor Bruce Harrell, and Chief Seattle Club's Interim Co-Executive Director James Lovell.

The event featured stories from individuals like Samajee Clewis, a graduate of Catholic Community Services’ ASSET Program, and Rita Latta, a recipient of our HomeWise Home Repair Grant. Their journeys remind us of why this work is so important.

Learn more about this year's Annual Housing Celebration at our blog here: https://housing.seattle.gov/celebrating-seattle-housing-achievements-a-recap-of-our-annual-housing-celebration/

To view the full presentation, please click the following link to watch the video recording of the Annual Housing Celebration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_mh1XQIDS0

To learn more about Seattle’s affordable housing initiatives, visit seattle.gov/housing. City of Seattle Government

02/07/2025

The 2024 Community Report is now live online! Packed with inspiring stories and essential updates, the report illuminates the impact our programs are making on enriching the Seattle community.

With over 1,284 affordable homes established, weatherization efforts in single and multifamily homes, and the creation of permanently affordable homes, we are working towards a more affordable Seattle. Discover the transformative effect of our investments into Permanent Supportive Housing and programs like Workforce Stabilization.

Learn more about how we're shaping a more affordable Seattle, one home at a time. Visit seattle.gov/housing/data-and-reports to access the full report.

11/25/2024

10/21/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Fort Lawton Redevelopment Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) public comment sessions — whether at the Daybreak Star Cultural Center or our virtual meeting. Your engagement is invaluable as we work together to create a vibrant community with affordable housing, accessible parks, and preserved green spaces.

🔑 Key Highlights of the Plan:
• New Homes for homeless seniors, families needing affordable rent, and low-income families aspiring to homeownership
• 22 Acres of Parkland to enhance community enjoyment while protecting green spaces
• Infrastructure Upgrades to ensure sustainable development for future generations

🤝 With support from the City of Seattle Government, Seattle Parks and Recreation, Seattle City Light, and Habitat for Humanity Seattle - King County, we aim to bring this vision to life. Fort Lawton represents a unique opportunity to transform underutilized land into a thriving community, reflecting our One Seattle vision.

🗓️ Public Comment Ends October 24, 2024!
Submit your comments on the SEIS by October 24, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Your voice matters! Email us at [email protected] or learn more at https://housing.seattle.gov/fort-lawton-engagement-seis/

Thank you for being part of this important project. Together, we can build a future where everyone has a place to call home. 🏡

10/03/2024

🌟 Community Alert: Be part of the change at Fort Lawton! We're inviting everyone to join our public engagement sessions on the 2024 redevelopment plan and SEIS. Learn about the proposed redevelopment of up to 500 homes and park facilities and share your feedback!

📅 In-Person Open House: Oct 10, 6-8 p.m. at Daybreak Star Cultural Center
💻 Virtual Meeting: Oct 15, 10-11 a.m.

Learn more about our public engagement sessions and register for the virtual meeting at the link on our blog: https://housing.seattle.gov/fort-lawton-engagement-seis/

Your voice matters! Send your thoughts to [email protected] . Let's shape the future together!

09/25/2024

After years of hard work, dedication, and unwavering belief in the power of community, we are thrilled to invite YOU to the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of Africatown Plaza! This momentous project has been a labor of love for so many, from community leaders and local organizations to the families whose dreams of affordable housing are coming true.

Together, we have created something special—a space that will not only provide homes but also serve as a hub of culture, unity, and empowerment for our community.

Join us on October 5th for a day of celebration as we open the doors to Africatown Plaza and new beginnings for the community.

There will be guided tours, remarks from key leaders and community members, refreshments, and so much more!

JOIN US ON: October 5th, 2024 | 11 AM - 2 PM
Location: 1100 23rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP today: bit.ly/atpgrand

Please share this post with those in your circles! We want to ensure all who have supported in various ways are able to join us for this event!

07/31/2024

Groundbreaking new developments are underway in Phinney Ridge! The Seattle Office of Housing is proud to support Homestead CLT in constructing 38 new permanently affordable condos at 5819 Phinney Ave N. (Woodland View) and 6109 Phinney Ave N. (Nest).

“That means 38 permanently affordable homes for income-qualified households; for our teachers, health-care workers, retail service workers, government and nonprofit employees whose income is just a fraction of what’s needed to buy a median-priced home in Phinney Ridge,” says Maiko Winkler-Chin, Director of the Seattle Office of Housing.

The inspiration behind Woodland View comes from Chakorn Phisuthikul and Marilyn Heinemann, who generously donated their property to create lasting affordable housing in their neighborhood. The couple share the vision that modest-income people will have the opportunity to find an affordable home in the community where they work. Chakorn, an architect committed to neighborhood integrity, and Marilyn, a former schoolteacher, hope their gift will inspire others.

“We’re not famous philanthropists; we’re just people who’ve worked hard and saved. We believe there are others like us, and we hope they are inspired to contribute what they can to affordable housing,” says Marilyn.

Contact us to discover how you can support affordable housing developments in your local area.

07/30/2024

The new Clean Energy Credits program offers a $200 energy bill credit for low- and moderate-income households. 🌱💡 Applications are available in multiple languages. Check your eligibility and apply at wacleanenergycredits.com now until September 15, 2024!

Commerce today officially announced the Washington Families Clean Energy Credits grant program. The program will provide a one-time $200 energy bill credit to eligible low- and moderate-income customers across Washington, thanks to funding from the Climate Commitment Act.

Nearly all of the state’s 60 electric utilities with residential customers have signed on to the program and will receive grants from Commerce to fund distribution of the credits by Sept. 15.

Credits will be applied automatically to certain customer accounts, and others will need to apply. Customers can check their eligibility and apply at wacleanenergycredits.com.

Applications are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian and Ukrainian.

Read the full news release: https://heyor.ca/XhJSGz

07/11/2024

🍦 Looking to beat the heat tomorrow? Join Seattle Parks and Recreation at their Ice Cream Social for a refreshing treat and share your thoughts on proposals for affordable housing above the Lake City Community Center.

📍 Location: Akin Building, 12360 Lake City Way NE
📅 Date and Time: July 12, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Interpretation services available. Can't attend? Share your thoughts in the multilingual survey at this link: https://engage.seattleparksandrec.com/en/projects/lake-city-cc?utm_content=linkstream_stream&utm_source=storystream