July 6, 2020

Comment period: New Eviction Rent Assistance Program

The COVID-19 outbreak has reduced incomes for many Washingtonians, leaving them unable to pay their rent. Commerce is seeking comments on all aspects of a new short-term and limited Eviction Rent Assistance Program. This draft program is intended to prevent evictions by paying past due and future rent, targeting limited resources to those with the greatest needs while working to distribute funds equitably.

Please provide us your best thinking and critiques and send comments no later than noon on Monday, July 13 to jeff.spring@commerce.wa.gov. 

The Eviction Rent Assistance Program overview, award chart, client eligibility form and report form are located on our website.     

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